People's Credit Union Names Kelly Matteson Head of Deposit Services
Brings extensive customer service experience and a high level of analytical and process thinking skillsPeople’s Credit Union has appointed Kelly Matteson as Head of Deposit Services. Reporting to the Head of Member Delivery & Marketing, she will oversee Deposit Services activities and processing, including the IRA program, the overdraft privilege program, and new deposit account opening and maintenance, as well as ATM/Debit cards, ACH settlement, remote/mobile check deposit and ATM balancing. “A veteran of
BankRI Kicks-Off Statewide Food Drive
BankRI Kicks Off Food Drive at all Branches Statewide as Hunger in Rhode Island Reaches Alarming New Heights Food collected in each branch will remain local to help residents in that community With food insecurity continuing to rise across the Ocean State, Bank Rhode Island (BankRI) is once again stepping up to support neighbors in need through its annual summer food drive. Beginning today, Monday, July 7, and continuing through Friday, August 15, all 22 BankRI branches will collect donations of
Rhode Island Manufacturers Report Tariffs Have Negatively Impacted Their Bottom Line
Survey conducted by Polaris MEP, Rhode Island Commerce and the Rhode Island Manufacturers Association captures scope of impact from federal tariff changes on Ocean State manufacturing Of the nearly 100 Rhode Island manufacturers who responded to a recent survey by Polaris MEP, Rhode Island Manufacturers Association(RIMA) and theRhode Island Commerce Corporation, 78.3% reported they either have or plan to adjust prices as a result of federal changes to tariffs. “President Trump set U.S. tariffs at their
New Bio-Absorption Garden Unveiled at Marble House
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held in the southwest corner of the Marble House visitor parking lot Friday to unveil a new bio-absorption garden. A project of Scenic Aquidneck (The Preservation Society of Newport County, Aquidneck Island Land Trust, Preserve Rhode Island and the van Beuren Charitable Foundation), it was constructed by O’Connor Design Build in Middletown. Preservation Society CEO Trudy Coxe noted that this new rain garden is the latest in a series of important projects completed by Scenic
People's Credit Union Celebrates 17th Year Sponsoring the Newport Gulls' FANatic About Reading Program
For the 17th consecutive year, People’s Credit Union is sponsoring the Newport Gulls' FANatic About Reading Program to promote the importance of reading for elementary school students on Aquidneck Island. Before the school year ended, the Newport Gulls collegiate athletes had the opportunity to read books to children in their classrooms. As part of the program, players also hand out bookmarks and ask the students to read four books over the summer. On Wednesday, July 23rd, People’s Credit Union will host
Washington Trust Named Rhode Island's Best-In-State Bank by Forbes for Seventh Year
Washington Trust has been recognized as Rhode Island’s Best-In-State Bank for 2025 by Forbes, marking the seventh consecutive year the bank has appeared on the list, and the third consecutive year they have been ranked #1.The annual Forbes Best-In-State Banks list, compiled in partnership with market research firm Statista, evaluates financial institutions based on customer satisfaction, trust, fees, digital services, and financial advice.“We are deeply honored to be named Rhode Island’s Best-In-State
Rhode Island Energy Foundation Awards $250,000 to Support Community Initiatives Across the Ocean State
Charitable grants provide support to 22 nonprofit organizations working to make a difference across communities served by Rhode Island Energy. The Rhode Island Energy Foundation (RIE Foundation) is pleased to announce that it is awarding $250,000 in funding to support 22 nonprofit organizations working to improve the lives and well-being of individuals throughout the Ocean State. The RIE Foundation is an independent, non-profit organization funded by shareowners of PPL Corporation, Rhode Island Energy’s
Robinson+Cole Achieves Vault Top-Ranked Law Firm Recognition for Sixth Consecutive Year
Robinson+Cole has once again been recognized by Vault as a top-ranked law firm with the release of the 2026 Best Law Firms to Work For rankings based on its Associate Annual Survey. It is the sixth consecutive year. Robinson+Cole has achieved top rankings, and the fifth year the firm has been named among the Best Law Firms to Work For, which recognizes the top 50 large law firms. Robinson+Cole earned rankings in 10 categories, including five top 10 placements, three of which relate to inclusion
2025 Newport Flower Show Awards Announced
The following awards were handed out at the 29th Newport Flower Show at Rosecliff this past weekend. All proceeds from The Newport Flower Show benefit The Preservation Society of Newport County. BOTANICAL ARTS DIVISION Robyn Kauffmann Spagnolo Botanical Arts Award: Sue Cram Newport Flower Show Botanical Arts Award: Peyton Wells The Garden Club Excellence in Botanical Arts Award: Leslie Purple and Alice Farley Newport Flower Show New Exhibitor Award: Carrie Wilcox Newport Flower Show Novice
OceanPoint Marine Lending Welcomes JP Shipman as Yacht Finance Specialist
Luxury marine industry veteran joins growing team of recreational lending experts OceanPoint Marine Lending, a division of BankNewport, is pleased to announce the addition of JP Shipman as Yacht Finance Specialist. In this role, Shipman will deliver professional yacht financing solutions for a wide range of clients, from $25,000 tenders to $25 million superyachts. Shipman is a resident of Florida servicing the areas of Naples and Palm Beach, in addition to Newport, Rhode Island and Nantucket,
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