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No matter the tech changes, Meridian Printing presses forward
IT HAS BEEN SAID the birth of the print industry was 1436, when goldsmith Johannes Gutenberg combined a screw press and pieces of his invention to make the Gutenberg press, the first printing press to incorporate movable type and mechanized inking. Robert Nangle, owner of Meridian Printing Inc. in East Greenwich, is continuing that tradition… You must be a subscriber to read this content. To keep reading and receive unlimited access subscribe today for only $1. Login now Want to share this story?
Sojourner House expands housing stock with $975K multi-unit purchase
PROVIDENCE – Sojourner House Inc. bought a multi-unit building on Westminster Street in the city’s West End for $975,000 to expand its housing portfolio for its clients who have experienced domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking, the nonprofit announced June 30. The building will also provide new office space for the organization’s growing housing team.
French countryside-style estate sells for record $2.23M in East Greenwich
EAST GREENWICH – A French countryside-inspired estate at 1000 Old Greenwich Drive was sold on June 30 for $2.23 million, announced Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty, which represented the seller in the transaction. Broadway Real Estate Group represented the buyer. According to data available from the Rhode Island Statewide Multiple Listing Service, the sale is the highest in the town so far this year.
R.I. Housing awards $1M for Residences at Riverside Square apartment construction
EAST PROVIDENCE – The R.I. Housing and Mortgage Finance Corp. has approved $1 million in funding for ONE Neighborhood Builders’ construction of new affordable rental apartments on Bullocks Point Avenue called the Residences at Riverside Square. The R.I. Housing board of commissioners approved a $1 million RI Rebounds Production Fund Program award for the project on June 16.
Five Questions With: Christopher J. Lynch
Christopher J. Lynch last month joined Taunton-based Mechanics Cooperative Bank as a vice president and commercial loan officer. Lynch began his banking career at Citizens Bank in the early 2000s before moving to Rockland Trust Co. in 2005 and serving as vice president of business banking. He’s held several jobs since, including most recently as a self-employed sales consultant.
Northgate Apartments complex in Middletown sells for $37M
MIDDLETOWN – CBRE Inc. on June 16 announced the sale of the 179-unit Northgate Apartments at 3 Admiralty Drive for $37 million. Completed in two phases in 1969 and 1972, Northgate Apartments features two- and three-story residential buildings on a campus of 21 buildings, along with a free-standing leasing center, a fitness center, an outdoor pool and a picnic and barbeque area.
Five Questions With: Donald M. Savastano
Donald M. Savastano is a real estate agent for Keller Williams Elite Realtors in Plainville, Mass. After earning his engineering degree at Northeastern University, Savastano worked in technical telecommunications equipment and component sales for 26 years.
Demolition of abandoned Dorado Mill in Woonsocket to begin in July
WOONSOCKET – Asbestos and pest abatements have been completed at the abandoned Dorado Mill building at 719 River St. and plans to demolish the property may now move forward, Mayor Lisa Baldelli-Hunt announced June 22. “The demolition of 719 River St. means a lot to my administration because it is something that we have collectively worked on for a very long time to help revitalize that area,” Baldelli-Hunt said in a statement.
Pebblebrook Hotel Trust acquires Gurney's Newport for $174M
NEWPORT – Pebblebrook Hotel Trust has purchased Gurney’s Newport Resort & Marina for $174 million, the company announced June 24. The 10-acre resort on Goat Island features 80,000 feet of indoor and outdoor event space, with 257 guestrooms, including 18 large suites and a 22-slip marina that can accommodate boats up to 240 feet long.
Lawsuit filed against new state restriction on firearm magazines
PROVIDENCE – Within days of Gov. Daniel J. McKee signing three gun-control measures into law, a legal challenge was filed in federal court on Friday on behalf of a Glocester hunting and fishing supply company.
Driving privileges for undocumented R.I. residents awaits McKee's signature
PROVIDENCE – The General Assembly approved legislation Wednesday night that would allow undocumented Rhode Islanders to obtain driving privileges. Once Gov. Daniel J. McKee signs the bill that cleared the House into law, the Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles will issue driving privilege cards and driving privilege permits to state residents who can’t prove they are living in the United States lawfully. The Senate passed a bill last month. State Rep.
101 Hillside apartment building in Providence sells for $5M
PROVIDENCE – A 22-unit apartment building known as 101 Hillside, located at 101 Hillside Ave. in the Summit neighborhood, was recently sold for $5 million, according to Residential Properties Ltd., which represented both the buyer and seller in the transaction. The building formerly served as an assisted living facility and was completely remodeled in 2017 and converted for apartment use by Peter Gill Case and Jordan Durham of Hillside Realty LLC.
Harry & Bessie Winkler House in Providence sells for $1.56M
PROVIDENCE – A single-family colonial home on the East Side was recently sold for $1.56 million, according to Residential Properties Ltd., which represented the buyer in the transaction. Known as the Harry & Bessie Winkler House, the 2,688-square-foot home at 270 Freeman Parkway was built in 1928 and includes three bedrooms, three full bathrooms and one half-bathroom.
EDC approves $150K in loans for East Providence Yacht Club and Union Bar
EAST PROVIDENCE – The city Economic Development Commission approved loans for two city businesses during its April and May meetings. At its April meeting, the commission approved a $99,999 loan to finance building improvements for Union Bar at 332 Bullocks Point Ave., which is owned by Ruarri Miller, a Riverside resident. The loan closing was held at City Hall on May 26.
McKee signs 3 gun bills into law
PROVIDENCE – Gov. Daniel J. McKee strengthened gun control in Rhode Island with a few strokes of a pen on Tuesday, signing into law bills that would ban firearm magazines that hold more than 10 rounds, raise from 18 to 21 the minimum age for buying guns and prohibit loaded rifles and shotguns from being carried in public. “Today is about taking action and saving lives,” said McKee at a Statehouse bill-signing ceremony attended by a host of gun-control advocates. “Our nation is in crisis.
Gambrel-style home sells for $4.1M in Jamestown's largest nonwaterfront sale of year
JAMESTOWN – In the town’s largest nonwaterfront sale and second highest home transaction in 2022, a newly built Gambrel-style home at 11 Bryer Ave. sold for $4.15 million, Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Reality announced Tuesday.
$500K community loan fund established to revitalize central Providence
PROVIDENCE – The ONE Neighborhood Builders and Providence Revolving Fund, lenders, nonprofit leaders and local business owners Tuesday announced the establishment of The Central Providence Community Loan Fund, a $500,000 trust that will provide flexible capital to eligible businesses and nonprofits in the city’s 02908 and 02909 ZIP codes.
WARWICK – State Rep. David Cicilline, D-R.I., didn’t hold back when asked about the current $5 a gallon gas prices during The Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce’s 2022 Congressional Breakfast Monday at the Crowne Plaza Hotel. “Good, old-fashioned gouging,” he said emphatically. Cicilline was joined by U.S. Sens. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I., and Jack Reed, D-R.I, and U.S. State Rep.
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