Providence Journal (Providence, RI) articles from July 2004

Providence Journal (Providence, RI) archives from July 2004

Power accord to reduce distribution rates for Rhode Island customers' bills.
July 1, 2004

GTECH's stock plunges almost 12 percent.
July 1, 2004

The Providence Journal, R.I., MoneyLine column.
July 1, 2004

West Warwick, R.I.-Based Bradford Soap to close Dayton, Ohio plant.
July 1, 2004

Rhode Island governor signs smoking ban legislation.
July 1, 2004

Providence, R.I., mayor considers private offers on civic center.
July 1, 2004

The Providence Journal, R.I., business briefs column.
July 2, 2004

Electric Boat seeks longer lease for Quonset site in Rhode Island.
July 2, 2004

Electricity rate increase requested in Rhode Island.
July 2, 2004

Woonsocket, R.I., community health center's expansion gets under way.
July 2, 2004

Developer pitches Swansea, Mass.-area gas pipeline to conservation board.
July 2, 2004

Rhode Island farmers market local milk.
July 3, 2004

Fall River, Mass.' Quaker Fabric to consolidate operations.
July 3, 2004

The Providence Journal, R.I., John Kostrzewa column.
July 4, 2004

Amgen spurs spike in Rhode Island manufacturing jobs.
July 4, 2004

Shareholders compel some companies to consider executive-compensation reform.
July 4, 2004

Corporate board directors earn handsome compensation, survey finds.
July 5, 2004

The Providence Journal, R.I., MoneyLine column.
July 6, 2004

North Kingstown, R.I., shipyard builds barges for oil companies.
July 6, 2004

Middletown, R.I.-based electronics maker reports another quarterly loss.
July 7, 2004

British parent of Rhode Island racetrack reports jackpot in video-slot revenue.
July 7, 2004

Rehoboth, Mass., creates cable-access corporation.
July 8, 2004

Water supply doesn't exist for West Warwick, R.I., casino, says opponent.
July 8, 2004

Hotel deal is in jeopardy after Pawtucket, R.I., council balks.
July 8, 2004

Providence, R.I.-area town moves ahead with mill revitalization.
July 8, 2004

Providence, R.I.-area racetrack watches as suitors swirl around U.K. parent.
July 8, 2004

New Jersey telecommunications firm's bankruptcy hits Rhode Island businesses.
July 8, 2004

EPA fines North Kingstown, R.I., chemical lab $500,000 for improper storage.
July 8, 2004

Failing Rhode Island insurers curtail business.
July 8, 2004

Pizza boxes now serving as traveling billboards in Providence, R.I., area.
July 8, 2004

Two Massachusetts mutual banks to combine.
July 9, 2004... Byline: David McPherson Jul. 9--Two large Massachusetts mutual banks announced yesterday that they will merge in a bid to keep pace in a consolidating banking industry. Eastern Bank of Boston, New England's largest mutually owned...

Massachusetts encourages adverse reaction to Rhode Island drug-import law.
July 9, 2004

Antiques store offers clues to history of Chepachet, R.I.
July 9, 2004

Governor of Rhode Island seeks court's opinion on casino referendum.
July 10, 2004

The Providence Journal, R.I., business notes column.
July 11, 2004

The Providence Journal, R.I., MoneyLine column.
July 11, 2004

The Providence Journal, R.I., John Kostrzewa column.
July 11, 2004

Rhode Island legislators delay, modify and stall governor's budget requests.
July 11, 2004

Unlike Rhode Island, other states put casino projects up for bid.
July 11, 2004

The Providence Journal, R.I., MoneyLine column.
July 12, 2004

AT&T first major telecom to offer phone service over Internet in Rhode Island.
July 13, 2004

Harrah's draws criticism for casino employee appearance policies.
July 13, 2004

Bermuda-based pallet maker seeks new base at Quonset, R.I., industrial park.
July 13, 2004

The Providence Journal, R.I., MoneyLine column.
July 13, 2004

The Providence Journal, R.I., business briefs column.
July 13, 2004

Rhode Island attorney general says governor seeking casino opinion too early.
July 13, 2004

The Providence Journal, R.I., business briefs column.
July 14, 2004

Economics expert says Rhode Island needs more pro-business lawmakers.
July 14, 2004

Rhode Island lowers Blue Cross rate-hike request.
July 14, 2004

Bank of America drops 3,800 jobs in merger with FleetBoston Financial.
July 15, 2004

Pair of Rhode Island firms to market infrared security system.
July 15, 2004

Rhode Island headquarters' design lag not political, says lottery giant GTECH.
July 15, 2004

East Chicago, Ind., casino gets $375,000 fine for security lapses.
July 15, 2004

Report shows Rhode Island job growth trails national average at midyear.
July 16, 2004

Ongoing layoffs over next few months may cost more than 600 Rhode Island jobs.
July 16, 2004

Utility shut-offs in Rhode Island on rise along with energy costs.
July 16, 2004

Connecticut gambling group postpones Rhode Island hearing for license transfer.
July 16, 2004

Harrah's expands its casino empire with $9.4 billion Caesars acquisition.
July 16, 2004

Advertising spending relating to Rhode Island casino debate dips in June.
July 16, 2004

Rhode Island attorney general sides with governor on casino referendum.
July 16, 2004

The Providence Journal, R.I., business briefs column.
July 17, 2004

Rhode Island ice cream workers may get bill relief.
July 17, 2004

The Providence Journal, R.I., business briefs column.
July 18, 2004

The Providence Journal, R.I., John Kostrzewa column.
July 18, 2004

The Providence Journal, R.I., MoneyLine column.
July 18, 2004

New England glassblowers: Artisans who can stand the heat can make it pay.
July 18, 2004

Rhode Island legislature expected to tackle budget veto Friday.
July 18, 2004

The Providence Journal, R.I., MoneyLine column.
July 19, 2004

Some Rhode Island utilities may be paid by credit card.
July 19, 2004

The Providence Journal, R.I., business briefs column.
July 20, 2004

Brooks Pharmacy to build new base, add 500 jobs in East Greenwich, R.I.
July 20, 2004

Casino foes fear effort to amend Rhode Island constitution.
July 20, 2004

Opinions mixed over strength of Rhode Island economic recovery.
July 20, 2004

Rhode Island seeks better deal on health insurance.
July 20, 2004

Providence, R.I.-area chamber backs governor's hotel veto.
July 20, 2004

Providence, R.I.-based manufacturer to be sold for second time in 2 years.
July 20, 2004

New retail development about more than shopping in Cranston, R.I.
July 20, 2004

Number of travelers at Providence, R.I.-area airport up in first half of 2004.
July 21, 2004

The Providence Journal, R.I., business briefs column.
July 21, 2004

Rhode Island legislators' support for casino referendum may be wavering.
July 21, 2004

Developers speak against tax credits for former Rhode Island lawmaker's hotel.
July 21, 2004

Banneker Industries moves to acquire former H&H Screw property.
July 21, 2004

Big-box store issue may go to nonbinding referendum in Hopkinton, R.I.
July 21, 2004

Liquefied natural gas strategy endorsed by Rhode Island delegation.
July 21, 2004