Providence Journal (Providence, RI) articles from November 2003

Providence Journal (Providence, RI) archives from November 2003

Rhode Island Fires Putnam Investments from Pension-Managing Job.
November 1, 2003

Investment Group Offers $7.2 Million for Providence, R.I., Restaurant Parent.
November 1, 2003

Verizon Hikes Fees for Phone Services.
November 1, 2003

University of Rhode Island Dean Predicts Cuts in Bank of America Work Force.
November 2, 2003

Bank of America's Fleet Acquisition Is Harbinger of Consolidation Trend.
November 2, 2003... Byline: David McPherson Nov. 2--BOSTON -- Six months ago, FleetBoston Financial Corp. chairman and chief executive officer Charles K. Gifford stood before an audience of agitated investors. The shareholders at Fleet's annual meeting in...

Providence Journal, R.I., John Kostrzewa Column.
November 2, 2003

Plan for BJ's Wholesale Survives, Returns to Johnston, R.I., Zoning Board.
November 3, 2003

Narragansett, Mass., Mayor Seeks Pay Hikes for Non-Union Workers.
November 3, 2003

Providence Journal, R.I., MoneyLine Column.
November 3, 2003... Byline: Neil Downing Nov. 3--QUESTION: I bought (savings) bonds and they were destroyed or lost or something . . . -- J.J., Cheyenne, Wyoming ANSWER: If your bonds have been lost, stolen, mutilated or destroyed, you can usually get...

Providence, R.I.-Area Nightclub Owner Fights Town's Sanctions at Hearing.
November 3, 2003

Contractors to Tour Docks before Bidding on Port of Galilee, R.I., Upgrades.
November 3, 2003

EPA Orders Two More Firms to Aid in Woonasquatucket River Superfund Cleanup.
November 3, 2003

FAA Mulls Aid Changes for Homes near Providence, R.I.-Area Airport.
November 4, 2003

New England Gas Co. Study Deems Providence, R.I.-Area Neighborhood 'Safe'.
November 4, 2003

Providence, R.I.-Area Town Council Rejects New State Liquor Fees.
November 4, 2003

Providence Journal, R.I., MoneyLine Column.
November 4, 2003

Attorney General Says Utility Panel's Decision Will Hurt Needy in Rhode Island.
November 4, 2003

Rhode Island Multifamily Home Prices, Sales Rise in Third quarter.
November 5, 2003

East Providence, R.I., Firm Is Acquired by One of Region's Biggest Ad Agencies.
November 6, 2003

South Carolina Firm to Buy Former Rhode Island Amusement Park.
November 6, 2003

In Meeting with Fleet Executives, Governor Makes Pitch for Rhode Island Jobs.
November 6, 2003... Byline: David McPherson Nov. 6--PROVIDENCE, R.I.--Hoping to protect existing jobs and even attract new ones, Governor Carcieri yesterday met with a trio of top FleetBoston Financial Corp. officials to discuss Fleet's proposed $47-billion...

Fleet-Bank of America Deal to Cost Rhode Island Millions in Abandoned Funds.
November 6, 2003

Dunkin' Donuts Seeks Larger, Accessible Site in Downtown Providence, R.I.
November 6, 2003

New England Panel Approves New Options for Fishermen.
November 6, 2003

At Least 30 Workers Laid Off to Cut Costs at Westerly, R.I., Hospital.
November 6, 2003

Glocester, R.I., Test Center Help Clients Reduce Their Insurance Losses.
November 6, 2003

Verizon Unveils a New Rate.
November 6, 2003

Providence, R.I.-Area Affordable-Housing Ordinance Draws Suit.
November 7, 2003

Providence Journal, R.I., Business Briefs Column.
November 7, 2003

Cox Communications to Continue Providence, R.I.-Area Meeting Coverage for Now.
November 7, 2003

Providence, R.I.-Area Hospital Confirms 36 Layoffs, $4 Million Operating Loss.
November 7, 2003

Household International Settlement to Benefit 2,000 in Rhode Island.
November 7, 2003

Providence Journal, R.I., MoneyLine Column.
November 7, 2003

Rhode Island Firm Helps Online Retailers Avoid Fraudulent Transactions.
November 7, 2003

Cranston, R.I., Seeks New Manager for Public Works Garage.
November 7, 2003

Rhode Island Treasurer Puts Fund Manager on Notice.
November 8, 2003

Rhode Island-Based Lottery Giant Agrees to Buy Video Slot Machines Maker.
November 8, 2003

Music Shop Shuts Doors in Providence, R.I.
November 8, 2003

Straight-Talking CEO Proves Revelation for Oft-Troubled Lottery Operator GTECH.
November 9, 2003

Providence Journal, R.I., John Kostrzewa Column.
November 9, 2003

Lottery Giant Says Former CEO's Management Style Wasn't a Good Fit.
November 9, 2003

Rhode Island Commission Hopes to Centralize Tourism Promotion.
November 9, 2003

Baby-Boomers' Impact on Health Care Tops Agenda at Warwick R.I., Forum.
November 10, 2003

Warren, R.I., Officials Set to Unveil Proposed Affordable-Housing Ordinance.
November 10, 2003

HUD Grant Boosts Job Training for Low-Income Residents in Rhode Island.
November 10, 2003

Newport, R.I., Makes Plans for New Revenue from Meal Tax Increase.
November 10, 2003

Warwick, R.I., Councilman Proposes Changes to Commercial Property Tax Strategy.
November 10, 2003

Local Index Predicts Slow Growth in 2004 for Rhode Island Economy.
November 11, 2003

Providence, R.I.-Area Holiday-Shopping Options Expand.
November 11, 2003

Providence Journal, R.I., Business Briefs Column.
November 12, 2003

Providence, R.I.-Area Specialty-Car Parts Shops See Fast, Furious Demand.
November 12, 2003

Providence, R.I., Department of Transportation Reiterates Mass Transit Support.
November 12, 2003

Rhode Island Bakeries Feel Pinch as Low-Carb Diets Gain in Popularity.
November 13, 2003

Coventry, R.I., Panel Approves Plan for Massive Development.
November 13, 2003

Ownership Issue Stalls Development of Former Bristol, R.I., Hotel.
November 13, 2003

Providence, R.I.-Area Town Wants Residents' Input on Future of Old Mill.
November 13, 2003

Rhode Island Affordable-Housing Rules Don't Consider All Factors, Critics Say.
November 14, 2003

Rhode Island Group Seeks to Renovate State Airport.
November 14, 2003

Advisers Hear From Alliance Capital Management.
November 14, 2003

Mill's Future Limited Only by Imagination of South Kingstown, R.I., Residents.
November 14, 2003

Providence, R.I.-Area Business Owners Get Fire-Code Updates.
November 14, 2003

Gym Opens in Long-Abandoned North Providence, R.I., Supermarket.
November 14, 2003

Rhode Island Homebuilding Permits Increase in Third Quarter.
November 14, 2003

License Scanner Aids Narragansett, R.I., Bar Owners in Detecting Fake I.D.s.
November 14, 2003

Bristol, R.I., Marina Launches Public-Relations Blitz to Sell Expansion.
November 14, 2003

Renovation of West Warwick, R.I., Complex Going According to Plan.
November 14, 2003

Providence, R.I.-Area Town Council to Air Tax Break for Seniors Monday.
November 14, 2003

Neighbors Present New Hurdle for Scituate, R.I., Tavern.
November 14, 2003

Church, Housing Proposals on Agenda for Smithfield, R.I., Zoning Board.
November 14, 2003

Massachusetts Single-Family Home Sales Rebound.
November 15, 2003

New-Facility Incentive Keeps Manufacturer in North Kingstown, R.I.
November 15, 2003

Providence Journal, R.I., Business Notes Column.
November 16, 2003

Providence Journal, R.I., Business Notes Column.
November 16, 2003

Bank of America to Buy FleetBoston Financial for About $47 Billion.
November 16, 2003... Byline: David McPherson Nov. 16--BOSTON--For 20 years, Terry Murray moved from one bank deal to another. He'd spot a potential target, find a leverage point, strike a deal and then move on. That's how Murray built the former...

Massachusetts Home, Condo Prices, Sales Increase in Third Quarter.
November 16, 2003

Rhode Island to Build $12 Million Facility for Swedish Manufacturing Firm.
November 16, 2003

Providence Journal, R.I., MoneyLine Column.
November 16, 2003

Providence Journal, R.I., Business Briefs Column.
November 18, 2003

Citizens Financial Can't Be Bought, Chairman Says.
November 18, 2003... Byline: David McPherson Nov. 18--PROVIDENCE, R.I.--As a new round of consolidation begins in the banking business, the head of Citizens Financial Group yesterday declared that the Providence-based bank would never be sold. "We have...

Easement Turns Providence, R.I.-Area Homeowner's Dream into Nightmare.
November 18, 2003

Rhode Island Land Trust, Golf Course Agree on Price for 86 Acres.
November 18, 2003

Developers Want Approvals for Coventry, R.I., Housing Proposals by Default.
November 18, 2003

University Turns Rhode Island Jewelry District Building Into Cutting-Edge Lab.
November 18, 2003

Providence Journal, R.I., MoneyLine Column.
November 18, 2003