Seasons Corner Market Expansion
DiPrete Engineering is honored to have played a key role in the continued expansion of Seasons Corner Market and their Shell-branded fuel facilities, providing land surveying, site/civil engineering, construction engineering, and permitting services for multiple new locations throughout New England. In an ambitious push, the Colbea Enterprises team opened fifteen new stores between 2022 and 2024, and has plans for several more locations in 2025, showcasing the owner’s commitment to growth and community engagement. In 2022, Seasons Corner Market opened in…
DisruptHR Rhode Island: Energizing Human Resources at Warwick Center for the Arts
On Wednesday, August 7, 2024, the Warwick Center for the Arts came alive with the energy of forward-thinking HR professionals, business owners, and innovators. Spearheaded by Merri Rego, SHRM-CP,vDirector of Human Resources at DiPrete Engineering, DisruptHR Rhode Island made its mark on the local business community. Described as “the TEDx of the HR world, but with a twist” DisruptHR is a fast-paced, dynamic event designed to shake up traditional thinking in the HR field. The format is simple yet powerful:…
Addressing Cape Cod’s Housing Crisis: DiPrete Engineering’s Recent Projects
Cape Cod is facing a housing crisis that has left many families and individuals without viable housing options. The cost of a home on Cape Cod surged by 84 percent from 2016 to 2022, reaching a median price of $660,000 by December 2023. Meanwhile, the rental vacancy rate has plummeted to just 1%. These factors, combined with rising rents and shrinking inventory, have driven many long-time residents out of the area, leaving essential sectors like public safety, education, and healthcare…
Town of Coventry’s Acquisition of Johnson’s Pond – Coventry, RI
The operation of the Johnson’s Pond Dam by its private owner in Coventry, RI, has resulted in the pond’s water levels being lowered, negatively impacting the recreational value for hundreds of homeowners surrounding the pond. In response to homeowner concerns, the Coventry Town Council directed their Town Solicitor to initiate condemnation proceedings through eminent domain to acquire ownership of the pond and dam. DiPrete Engineering was engaged to assist the Coventry Town Council Solicitor by determining the land area to…
An Inspiring Ride for Friends in the Pan-Mass Challenge
At DiPrete Engineering, we are proud to celebrate our team’s contributions to the community. Just a few weeks ago, Sheryl Guglielmo, Principal, rode in the Pan-Mass Challenge (PMC). This event is not only a demanding physical challenge but also a powerful fundraiser for life-saving cancer research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. Sheryl’s involvement in this year’s ride was particularly meaningful, as it marked her 40th birthday and was dedicated to supporting a dear friend. Sheryl’s journey with the PMC began with…