Friday, February 15, 2013
The Newport County Chamber of Commerce released a statement recognizing the positive impact marriage equality would have on the local economy.
The Board of Directors of the Newport County Chamber of Commerce has issued a statement endorsing same-sex marriage legislation in Rhode Island. The NCCC said in its release that it recognizes “the positive economic impact seen by the hospitality and wedding industries in states, including our neighboring New England states, with marriage equality.” “Marriage equality could have a substantial positive economic impact on our members, especially in the hospitality and wedding industries,” said Laura F. Pedrick, chair of the Newport County Chamber Board of Directors. “Currently, Rhode Island is at a competitive disadvantage with our New England neighbors who already have marriage equality.” The day after the House Judiciary Committee …
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
The Newport County Chamber of Commerce announces its 2012-2013 board of directors and officers.
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Tuesday, May 22, 2012
The following is from a press release. The Newport County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the 2012-2013 board of directors and officers. The chamber board is comprised of individuals who represent diverse industries in Newport County. These business leaders assist the Chamber with its mission to help its members succeed through legislative advocacy, economic development, education, savings, networking and increased visibility. The 2012-2013 Newport County Chamber of Commerce Slate of Officers Laura F. Pedrick, Partridge Snow & Hahn LLP - Chair Laura Dalomba, Kahn, Litwin, Renza & Co - Vice Chair Arthur Paul, People’s Credit Union - Treasurer Steve Kirby, Kirby Commercial - Secretary Bill Corcoran, Newport Tent - Chairman …
Tuesday, April 24, 2012
The Newport County Chamber of Commerce unanimously voted to oppose increasing the toll on the Newport Pell Bridge and tolls on the Sakonnet River Bridge.
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Tuesday, April 24, 2012
Information provided by the Newport County Chamber of Commerce. The Board of Directors of the Newport County Chamber of Commerce has unanimously voted to oppose any and all tolls or toll increases on both the Newport Pell Bridge and the Sakonnet River Bridge. Any additional tolls would place an additional and unfair burden on Newport Pell and Sakonnet Bridge users, especially Aquidneck Island businesses, residents, and border state commuters. Additional tolls would: The Board also expressed concern that a comprehensive analysis of the economic impact to the existing and future business environment, cost of living, and employment and workforce, has not been completed. The Chamber will forward copies of its resolution to local, state and …
Friday, March 2, 2012
The board voted in opposition of the two percent increase in Meals & Beverage tax.
This release was provided by the Newport County Chamber of Commerce. The Newport County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors voted at their February Board meeting to oppose passage of the two percent increase in the Meals & Beverage tax contained in the Governor’s 2013 budget. The hospitality industry is a key economic driver in the state of Rhode Island and one of the few industries currently experiencing growth coming out of the long recession. To place yet another tax on this already over-taxed industry is a not a solution, at most is a temporary fix, and does not address the structural problems within Rhode Island’s finances. “Newport and Rhode Island are destinations”, said Jody Sullivan, Executive Director of the Chamber, “…
Friday, September 9, 2011
New Horizon Chiropractic and Wellness, located at 943 East Main Road, officially opened for business on Thursday, Sept. 8.
The Newport County Chamber of Commerce welcomed Portsmouth's newest business to the community on Thursday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. New Horizon Chiropractic and Wellness, located at 934 East Main Road inside the same plaza as the Green Grocer, officially opened its doors on Thursday. The practice is operated by Misty Kosciusko, who specializes in clinical nutrition. This is Kosciusko's first practice. For more information on this business, call (401) 683-6430, e-mail drmistyk@newhorizonchiro.com or visit www.newhorizonchiro.com.
Chris Christensen
4:41 pm on Friday, February 15, 2013
You can always unsub from Patch. That way you don't have to read anything that you do not accept as anybodys definitions and and thoughts. Personally I thought that it was all about for the wives to go out during Lent and catch, clean and cook the fish. more ›