By Paul Edward Parker Rhode Island has climbed into the top 10 among states that use science and technology to boost their economies, according to a report issued yesterday by an economic think tank.

By Daniel Barbarisi; Saul Kaplan The state forms a partnership with the city to determine how the property made available by the relocation of Route 195 will be developed.

By Benjamin N. Gedan, The Providence Journal, R.I. Feb. 14--Fifty-year-old Fords and Chevrolets could soon be cruising along Davisville Road in search of a face-lift or major rehabilitation.

By Timothy C. Barmann; Journal Staff Writer Private-sector assistance will be sought for the statewide wireless broadband system.

By Timothy C. Barmann, The Providence Journal, R.I. Jun.