AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoNor’easter Readiness: Rhode Island officials are bracing for a weekend nor’easter with heavy rain, strong winds, and likely power outages. Gov. Dan McKee says DOT inspections and securement at construction sites are underway, while Rhode Island Energy has 250 crews ready; bucket trucks may be limited if winds exceed thresholds. Shelters in Providence are set to open without registration. Storm Impact Across the Region: Across southern New England, the National Weather Service warns of coastal flooding, beach erosion, and downed trees/limbs that could knock out power, with gusts potentially reaching 40–55 mph in Connecticut and high-wind warnings in coastal areas including Rhode Island. Local Business & Hiring: Wakefern is holding walk-in job fairs at ShopRite stores across the region (including Rhode Island) on Sept. 26, offering on-the-job training for full- and part-time roles. Banking Fraud Case: Rhode Island State Police arrested four people tied to a Newport-area bank fraud scheme involving stolen, washed, and altered checks deposited into accounts at Centreville Bank; more arrests are expected. AI Policy Push: Michigan AG Dana Nessel joined a multistate coalition urging Congress to pass federal AI guardrails, warning unchecked AI could threaten financial systems and critical infrastructure. Rhode Island Sports Business: The UFL announced a Pawtucket team for spring 2027 at Centreville Bank Stadium, expanding spring pro football into New England.
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