5 New Stores To Open At Garden City In Cranston

A spokesperson for the shopping center said the new businesses will come between fall 2022 and early 2023.

RI Getting Its First TopGolf Complex In Cranston

A restaurant and drive-thru are also part of the plans to build a TopGolf entertainment complex in Cranston.

Cranston High School Students Can Work Out For Free At Planet Fitness

All Cranston high schools students who sign up are also eligible for a scholarship.

$220M Redevelopment To Transform Rhode Island's Superman Building

The redevelopment will create 285 apartments in the iconic building, 20 percent of which will be designated for affordable housing.

Cranston Awarded Part Of $4.8 Million In RI 'Take It Outside' Grants

The latest round of funding is part of McKee's Rhode Island Rebounds Initiative, part of the state's American Rescue Plan money.

CVS Agrees To Address Accessibility Issues In COVID-19 Vaccine Portal

The site made it difficult to make an appointment for screen reader users or those who have trouble with a mouse.

Russian Cyber Attacks On Businesses 'Imminent': RI Sec. Of State

Nellie Gorbea said it's important to step up cybersecurity in businesses in the wake of the Russain invasion of Ukraine.

2 Rhode Island Car Dealerships Accused Of Deceptive Pricing

Grieco Honda and Grieco Toyota are accused of pricing practices intended to "confuse and mislead" buyers, the Attorney General said.

Phred's Drugs, Mardi Gras: Cranston Misses These Businesses Most

Did you used to party at Mardi Gras? Get lunch at Woolworth's? Take a trip down memory lane with a look back at these bygone businesses.

Rhode Island AG Strikes Down Lifespan, Care New England Merger

Peter Neronha said the creation of a "virtual healthcare monopoly" is not the best choice to provide quality health care to Rhode Islanders.

CT Man Admits To Defrauding Providence Business Out Of $300K

Grant Devillez, 38​, pleaded guilty to ten counts of wire fraud.

$12.5 Million In Grants Available To Small Businesses In RI

Eligible businesses can receive $5,000 or $2,500 in direct financial aid.

Starbucks Drops Vaccine Mandate For Rhode Island Workers

Starbucks, including stores in Rhode Island, suspended its vaccination policy to reflect a Supreme Court ruling blocking a federal mandate.

IRS 'In Crisis': Why RI Residents Should File 2021 Returns Early

Watchdog report explains why RI residents may still be waiting for their 2020 tax returns, and what may be in store this tax season.

Providence Woman Accused Of $22K In Wage Theft

Patricia Kenney is accused of failing to pay an employee, then later issuing bad checks for the back pay.

New Law Allows RI Liquor Stores To Open New Year's Day

A bill approved this year amended the law to allow liquor stores to sell alcohol on New Year's Day.

Restaurants Open On Christmas Day 2021 In Rhode Island

Keeping your holiday celebration low-key? Some restaurants in Rhode Island are open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

How To Stop Holiday Package Thefts In Rhode Island

Follow these tips to keep your holiday gifts safe this December.

Amazon Store To Open In Providence Place Mall

Amazon 4-Star stores feature top-rated, trending and popular items in a brick-and-mortar location.

Black Friday Sales 2021: Store, Mall Hours In Rhode Island

Black Friday is Nov. 26. Find out which stores are closed on Thanksgiving and when they plan to reopen.

Small Business Saturday 2021: ‘Shop Small’ In Cranston

Small Business Saturday has never been more important as small businesses in Rhode Island pull themselves out of the pandemic.

'Small Business Saturday' Returns To Cranston Nov. 27

Shop small and support Cranston businesses this holiday season.

2021 Holiday Shipping Deadlines In Rhode Island

More people are still shopping online due to the pandemic. Before you send those gifts, know the 2021 shipping deadlines in Rhode Island.

Seasonal Jobs In Rhode Island: See Who's Hiring For 2021

Companies are starting to fill hundreds of thousands of temporary roles ahead of the holidays. See open positions in Rhode Island.

'Something Has To Give': Options Limited As Unemployment Ends

Extended pandemic unemployment benefits were a lifeline for one Rhode Island woman. With the program ending, she's faced with few options.

See The Unemployment Rate In Rhode Island Ahead Of Labor Day 2021

A chunk of the labor force in Rhode Island remains jobless, as national unemployment is still higher than before the pandemic.

Union Membership In Rhode Island: See Recent Trends

See if union membership went up or down in the Ocean State from 2019 to 2020 ahead of Labor Day 2021.

Blue Cross, Blue Shield RI To Require Employee COVID-19 Vaccines

All employees, including those working remotely, will have to show proof of vaccination or apply for an exemption by Nov. 1.

Forbes Names 2021 Top Employers In Rhode Island

Verizon, Brown University and the Department of Veterans Affairs are among the highest ranked employers in Rhode Island.

Major Retailers Requiring Masks In Rhode Island: See The List

Following new CDC guidance on face coverings, many retailers are once again directing employees and customers to mask up.

These Cranston Area Restaurants Got Revitalization Funds

Nationally, around 101,000 eateries received grants, including some in the Cranston area.

Vaccine And A Coffee: COVID-19 Clinics At Dunkin' This Week

Three Dunkin' locations will offer COVID-19 vaccines Wednesday. Appointments are encouraged by not required.

Which Cranston Businesses Got PPP Loans

The Paycheck Protection Program benefited nearly 12 million businesses in the U.S., including some in Cranston.

'Go Providence Pass' Offering $100 Gift Cards For Hotel Stays

The program aims to bring visitors back to Providence hotels and encourage spending in the capital city.

RI Climbs From Bottom Slot In Top States For Business Ranking

A new ranking from CNBC ranks how well leaders do in attracting new businesses to Rhode Island and other states.

Caregiver Pay In Rhode Island Is Less Than Average — See How Much

A recent study shows caregivers in Rhode Island make about half as much as a worker earning an average salary.

RI Lawmakers Approve Extension Of To-Go Alcohol

The bill allowing takeout beer, wine and mixed drinks until March 2022 is headed to Gov. Dan McKee's desk.

RI Lawmakers Raises PPP Tax Threshold To $250,000 In Budget

The state's Hospitality Association called the decision to include the tax a disappointment, calling it a "surprise tax."

Sweet Treats In RI: Where To Find Ice Cream In Cranston

Oppressive heat has descended upon Rhode Island, sending residents in search of a sweet treat to help cool off.

RI Unemployment Claims Climb Week-To-Week

The personal finance website WalletHub had the Ocean State in last place in its ranking of which states were improving the fastest.