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hey peoples I will come this summer to Block Island to work.can you tell me how is there?the weather , the people .If I want 2 jobs I will found the 2th ?

Block Island Organics grew out of our spa, Koru Eco Spa, and a desire to provide safe, effective, and pleasing suncare products.  As an eco-friendly spa located on an island surrounded by beaches we know firsthand the effects of the sun on skin and how hard it is to find a…

I'm happy to announce another resource for jobseekers hoping to work in Southern Rhode Island! 

If you you are looking for jobs in Narragansett, Wakefield or Westerly Rhode Island, check out South County Jobs.  All the latest jobs in Southern Rhode Island are posted on the site.  Now all jobs posted on BlockIslandJobs.com will be posted on…

According to the Block Island Times article by Judy Tierney, The Block Island Medical Center no longer has a help wanted sign!

Liz Dyer, who was here working for a week during the summer has now committed to working year-round.  You can read more about Liz reading the Block Island Times article here.

Recruiting for a little island like Block Island can…

According to the Block Island Times, on the evening of July 5, 26 year old Matt Fortuna, a member of this site, was hanging out in the Ball O'Brien Park on West side road when he suddenly collapsed to the ground.  Matt had stopped breathing.  Island resident Timothy Buol was first on the scene and the Rescue Squad was there within minutes.

"If not for…

....Greetings islanders.....word has it that rock god-legend Eric Clapton came ashore to use the Men's room....The fact that Clapton is God and that the amount of gold on his yacht far exceeds the amount of gold on the whole island leaves one to believe there was probably a plumbing problem.  Why would Clapton leave a floating fortress of free flowing champagne and luxurious accomidations that could not be equaled by the substandard service from overworked migrant workers in musty smelling…

Block Island Beverages, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Block Island Brands, Inc., announced the introduction of its first two flavors of Bibbs All Natural Sparkling Sodas—Sparkling Blackberry and Sparkling Blackberry/Lime.

Block Island Beverages, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Block Island Brands, Inc., announced the introduction of its first two flavors of Bibbs All Natural Sparkling Sodas—Sparkling Blackberry and Sparkling Blackberry/Lime. At 90 total…

Hey guys, as some of you may know I spent my first summer working on Block Island in 2010.  Here is some things to expect, and some of my experiences for you all to  read.  

I first pulled into Old Harbor, where most ferries come into when coming to Block Island, except for the Long Island ferry.  I was met by my best friend who got there earlier, and a girl he met helped us move my fridge and numerous things I brought because neither of us had our car, but she brought hers.…

The frustration of idleness has hit hundreds of Block Island job seekers who are currently searching for 2011 summer jobs and internships.  It's good that you all have started your job search early and you realize that it's not just about finding a job; in many cases it's also about finding housing for the summer.

Many people have been searching for a job for the past couple of months, keeping a positive outlook while faced adversity is a challenge. Our minds race with thoughts of…

Ross Campbell, 48, who lives by himself, was reported missing by his sister, according to New Shoreham Police Chief Vincent Carlone.

Carlone said that Campbell may be disoriented. He said that the police found his car in a remote area where people go hiking known as Rodman's Hollow. The police know that Campbell kept a motorized bicycle…

The building, which is vacant, is next to the facilities Interstate already uses in Galilee. The building had been occupied by several…

U.S. Coast Guard Station Block Island will officially conduct the annual seasonal closure for the summer boating season on Tuesday, September 7th 2010.

During the winter, Block Island closes due to reduced marine traffic and transfers its response capabilities back to the parent command at Station Point Judith, Rhode Island. Point Judith is located 12 nautical miles north of Block Island…

Looks like there's a good chance we'll be seeing some effects of Earl this weekend on Block Island. Earl is expected to pass about 100 miles east of Nantucket, potentially bringing tropical storm conditions to Block Island. And while getting more confident in its tracking of Earl, the weather service says, "There is still the possibility that Earl could track even closer to the coast, which could bring a much bigger impact…

The editors of Rhode Island Monthly recently selected six Block Island businesses in their "Best of Rhode Island" issue recently.

• Froozies was selected for best breakfast sandwich. Tess (one of BlockIslandJobs.com members) spent this summer working at Froozies
• Island Bound for best…

Most Block Island jobs are in the hospitality industry. Some positions you may find on the island include:

• Kitchen Help
• Wait Staff
• Bus People
• Chamber Maids
• Hotel Front Desk
• Dining Room Host
• Dock…