Santander Bank to Close 18 Branches, Including Providence Location
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – May 9 – Santander Bank N.A. has announced the closure of its branch at 280 Atwells Ave. in Providence as part of a strategic downsizing affecting 18 locations across the Northeast. This move comes alongside the closure of six other branches in Massachusetts, where the bank’s U.S. headquarters is situated.
In legislative news, a bill aimed at addressing election-related deepfakes has gained traction in Rhode Island. Sponsored by Rep. Jacquelyn Baginski, the legislation mandates that candidates and political committees disclose any use of artificial intelligence to manipulate images or videos in advertisements aired within the 90 days leading up to an election. The bill has passed the R.I. House but awaits action in the Senate.
Moreover, local restaurateurs in downtown Providence are still grappling with the aftereffects of the COVID-19 pandemic, with several establishments, including Tommy’s Pizza, closing permanently due to diminished lunchtime crowds.
The state is also making strides in overseeing its legal cannabis industry and addressing unilateral employee actions, with unionized workers from Butler planning a strike on May 15. This multifaceted situation reflects the evolving landscape of Rhode Island’s economy and social issues.
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