Good morning, Providence.

Admiral Packaging in Providence is reforming its training, hiring and pay practices to keep a small business feel in a tight labor market — the firm says the changes will build worker skills and boost retention.

Alyssa Carvalho's Porch Club Collective (a local fall décor business) transforms porches with creative pumpkin, mum, and gourd displays; its work has won favor among homeowners and Patriots players, and the team plans to expand seasonal offerings soon.

A traveler paid $1,075 for a nonstop American Airlines flight from Providence to Philly after booking his ticket a month ahead, prompting questions over the high fare amid no competition + similar pricey fares have been noted on other short routes.

Windmoeller & Hoelscher in Lincoln was the North American headquarters for a German machine manufacturer that produced machines for making polyethylene film and printing presses used in food packaging (22,000 sqft parts warehouse).

The company was named a Top Workplace for firms with fewer than 150 employees.

110 Grill in downtown Providence closed permanently on Tuesday (Oct.

6) after several years of service; a spokesperson confirmed the tough business decision.

Arthur “Spencer” Soares was inducted into the Rhode Island Radio & Television Hall of Fame on Sept.

16 for his decades of service on local radio. He built a legacy as a beloved voice in music and community events (a true Providence treasure).

The 1938 Delahaye 165 Cabriolet took top honors at the Newport Audrain Concours d'Elegance on Sunday, Oct.

4 at historic Fort Adams State Park. Car enthusiasts enjoyed vintage and exotic displays as the event celebrated Motor Week heritage near Newport Harbor.

Alan Krinsky from the Economic Progress Institute explained how much it costs to live in Rhode Island in a video that breaks down residents' essential living expenses.

On Oct. 2, students and staff at the Rhode Island School for the Deaf changed Corliss Park to Jeanie Lippitt Circle to honor a leader in deaf education during their 150th anniversary.

They petitioned a councilor and testified at City Hall before the city updated the street signs.

General Treasurer James Diossa will announce Phase 3 of RI AnchorHome on Tuesday as the program teams with financial institutions to help first-time homebuyers, and it launched in December 2025.

Economic Progress Institute's Nina Harrison said federal cuts have reduced SNAP and Medicaid benefits for Rhode Islanders.

Affected residents may face challenges accessing food and health care.

Tuesday night saw busy high school sports as girls soccer, boys soccer, field hockey, tennis and volleyball games delivered key scores and standout plays.

Today, local schools and fields will host multiple matches (some starting at 4 p.m.), so check the schedule for details.

Providence coach Bryan Hodgson said Dink Pate’s NCAA eligibility remains pending as required paperwork is being reviewed + he promised full support for the player during his update at the team meeting.

Rhode Island high school football (Week 5) is set to begin on Thursday, Oct.

8 and continue on Friday with games scheduled at local venues statewide. The top matchup is La Salle versus Hendricken in Warwick on Friday where both teams will aim to build momentum before playoffs.