Ocean State Job Lot Wins 2025 Inspiring Workplaces Award

Ocean State Job Lot was honored for the fourth year in a row.

Ocean State Job Lot Sends 20 Tons Of Supplies For CA Wildfire Support

Donations include more than 20 tons of water, clothing for adults and children, non-perishable food, and cleaning and sanitization supplies.

RI Sues National Real Estate Firm, Accuses It Of Charging Illegal Fees

AG Peter Neronha says A.R. Building violated state law at properties in Cumberland, East Providence, North Kingstown, and North Smithfield.

Ocean State Job Lot Donating Supplies To Hurricane Victims

On Wednesday, the first tractor trailer left Ocean State's distribution center in North Kingstown, transporting 20 pallets of supplies.

How To Help Ocean State Job Lot Donate Toys To This Holiday Season

Ocean State Job Lot is aiming to donate as many as 100,000 toys to children in need, but needs your help.

Ocean State Customers Donate 1,800 Bikes To Children Of Veterans

An Ocean State spokesperson says the donated bikes will be distributed with the help of partners such as the American Legion, VFW, and more.

Ocean State Job Lot Selected As A 2024 U.S. Best Managed Company

This is the fourth consecutive year Ocean State Job Lot has been an honoree, earning the company the "Gold Winner" distinction.

Ocean State Job Lot Donates Nearly $400K Worth Of Dog, Cat Food

The donations were part of the North Kingstown-based chain's To The Rescue program, which helps hundreds of animal welfare nonprofits.

Pickleball Complex Opens In North Kingstown

The fastest growing sport in the U.S. now has a dedicated spot for play at Lil' Rhody Pickleball in North Kingstown.

Ocean State Job Lot Ships Supplies For Hurricane Idalia Relief

The North Kingstown-based company partnered with its customers to donate essential goods, including clothing, shoes, gloves, and more.

Bank Of America Ordered To Repay Customers $100M In RI, Other States

Bank of America has to pay up for "double-dipping" on overdraft fees, withholding reward bonuses, and opening accounts without permission.

North Kingstown Contractor Sentenced For Defrauding Homeowners

Prosecutors say Francis Martin, 62, abandoned work on two homes in Narragansett and Exeter after cashing home insurance checks.

Owner Of RI Trucking Company Admits To Violating Clean Air Act

M&D Transportation owner Michael Collins admitted to using and selling software that allowed diesel vehicles to bypass emission standards.

2 Businesses In North Kingstown Get State Agriculture, Seafood Grants

The two North Kingstown businesses received a combined $49,238 in state grants.

Ocean State Job Lot Ships Supplies For Turkey, Syria Earthquake Relief

The Rhode Island-based retailer shipped tents, blankets, coats, sweaters, and more to help with Turkey and Syria's earthquake relief.

Planet Fitness Opens New Gym In North Kingstown

A Planet Fitness spokesperson said the new gym is 50 percent larger than the previous North Kingstown location.

North Kingstown Stop & Shop Holds Reopening For Remodeled Store

Customers who visit the store during the grand reopening weekend can enjoy giveaways and free product samples.

Planet Fitness Offering Free Workouts For N. Kingstown High Schoolers

Planet Fitness is also offering scholarships for students that participate in the free workout program.

North Kingstown Chamber Of Commerce Gets 'Take It Outside' Grant

The funding is intended to help businesses expand their capacity to use outdoor space.

N. Kingstown Ocean State Offers Educators Free Cleaning Supplies

From Feb. 3 through 16, school workers can pick up free hand sanitizer, hand wipes and disinfecting wipes for their classrooms.

Small Business Saturday 2021: ‘Shop Small’ In North Kingstown

Small Business Saturday has never been more important as small businesses in Rhode Island pull themselves out of the pandemic.

Arsenic Spurs Recall Of Baby Cereal Sold At N. Kingstown Walmart

Trace amounts of naturally occurring arsenic were found in Parent’s Choice Rice Baby Cereal sold at the North Kingstown Walmart.

These North Kingstown Area Restaurants Got Revitalization Funds

Nationally, around 101,000 eateries received grants, including some in the North Kingstown area.

PPP Loans Benefited North Kingstown Businesses

The Paycheck Protection Program benefited nearly 12 million businesses in the U.S., including some in North Kingstown.

Ocean State Job Lot Hiring At North Kingstown Distribution Center

Full-time, seasonal positions are currently available with pay of $20 per hour and benefits.

North Kingstown Area Bankruptcy Filings Slowed Amid Pandemic Last Year

Bankruptcy filings were down in Washington County last year, but experts expect them to surge in coming years.

How Reliable Is Your Rhode Island Electric Supplier?

See how well the utility provider for the North Kingstown area and across RI serves local customers.

N. Kingstown Companies Given $891k in Federal Coronavirus Loans

The loans went to 10 companies and helped protect 58 jobs in North Kingstown.

Small Business Saturday 2020: Help Locals In North Kingstown

Small Business Saturday, on Nov. 28 this year, helps local businesses in North Kingstown overcome pandemic hardships.

After Sudden Coronavirus Closure, Allie's Donuts Nears Reopening

Last week's sudden closure is believed to be based on a false positive test, the owner said.

Allie's Donuts Receives Threats After Ending Police Discount

Allie's Donuts owner Matt Drescher said all employees were sent home due to safety concerns.

North Kingstown's BoldrDash Promotes Outdoor Fun Amid Crisis

Obstacle race business teams with Thrive Outside for free family contest while operations are mostly halted due to the coronavirus shutdown.

RI Reopening: North Kingstown Local Business Directory

Update your customers on your services and hours for the reopening of RI's economy starting this weekend with this handy guide.

North Kingstown Local Business Guide: What's Open Or Closed?

We asked local businesses to update their status and created a handy guide from their responses.

North Kingstown Businesses: Open Or Closed? Let Customers Know

We're publishing a simple Open-or-Closed Directory for North Kingstown Businesses. Here's how to get listed:

North Kingstown Chamber Of Commerce Awards Night

The North Kingstown Chamber of Commerce will hold is annual awards night on April 1 at Quidnessett Country Club.

ICYMI: Fate Of Sears, With 1 Rhode Island Store, May Come Monday

Sears is on the verge of collapse and its ultimate fate will likely be decided Monday.

State To Partner With Four Companies: Governor

The jobs are supposed to be created over the next 15 years.

North Kingstown Resident Wins Promotion

Jason Clough moves up at DiPrete Engineering.

Here's How Much Money You Need To Live In North Kingstown

The Economic Policy Institute broke down how much it costs families to live in each county in America. See how Washington County fared.