41 RI Businesses Awarded Grants To 'Take It Outside'

The first round awardees was announced this week.

10 More RI Businesses Cited For Violating Coronavirus Regulations

More than 200 inspected businesses were given perfect scores, the Rhode Island Department of Health said.

Rhode Island's Minimum Wage Increase Takes Effect This Week

Starting Oct. 1, the hourly rate will increase from $10.50 to $11.50.

RI's Phase 3 Reopening Extended Through October

Rhode Island will stay at the same reopening stage until at least the end of October.

Rhode Island Restaurant-Goers Encouraged To BYOB(lanket)

The Rhode Island Hospitality Association is calling for restaurant patrons to bundle up and enjoy outdoor dining a little longer.

RI-Based 'Virtual Farmers' Market' Flourishes During Pandemic

WhatsGood CEO Matt Tortora said sales grew "a few thousand percent" over the past months as Rhode Islanders look for ways to buy local.

RI Sees Uptick In Unemployment Rate

The Ocean State now has the second-highest unemployment rate in the country, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Edgewood Cheese Shop Named Best In RI

The Cranston business was recognized in Taste of Home magazine.

Lifespan, Care New England Vote To Merge

Both boards voted to move forward with a letter of intent to merge, creating a seven-hospital system.

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9 RI Businesses Cited For Violating Coronavirus Regulations

Nearly 300 businesses received perfect scores for compliance.

Pumpkin Spice...Dels? Lemonade Standby Embraces Fall

The classic Rhode Island company debuted a new flavor just in time for fall.

Win Free Coffee For A Year At Dunkin's Iced Coffee Day

$1 of each iced coffee sold in Rhode Island and Bristol County, Massachusetts on Aug. 26 will go to Hasbro Children's Hospital.

Warwick Men's Wearhouse To Close Amid Bankruptcy

Tailored Brands is closing up to 500​ of its 1,274 stores in the United States, according to USA Today.

Dunkin' Plans To Close 800 U.S. Locations In 2020

The closures would represent about 8 percent of locations nationwide as the company looks to rebound from coronavirus sales declines.

Something's Brewin': Dunkin' Announces Coffee-Inspired Cereals

Starting in August, the lightly caffeinated cereals will be available to buy.

10 RI Bars, Restaurants Cited For Coronavirus Violations

"As residents, business owners, and a state, we need to be more vigilant now than ever," the director of the RI Department of Health said.

'Back To Work RI' Campaign Aims To Create Jobs Amid Pandemic

Gov. Gina Raimondo announced the $45 million initiative, which aims to help those industries hit the hardest by the coronavirus pandemic.

Coronavirus Relief Loans In Cranston: Where PPP Money Went

Here's a look at what businesses received loans from the Paycheck Protection Program during the coronavirus pandemic.

Coronavirus Relief Loans In Rhode Island: Where PPP Money Went

Here's a look at what Rhode Island businesses received loans from the Paycheck Protection Program during the coronavirus pandemic.

Rhode Island Reports 17 Percent Unemployment Rate In April

Nearly one-fifth of the state's workforce was unemployed last month, amid statewide coronavirus closures.

2 Big RI Retailers Plan Store Closures Amid Coronavirus Downturn

Temporary store closures made a bad situation worse for two retailers who once dominated the market.

Masks, Disinfectant Available For RI's Small Businesses

The state government is working to help small businesses get the resources they need to safely reopen, Gov. Gina Raimondo said.

Reopening RI: Outdoor Dining At Restaurants Starts May 18

Businesses will be required to keep a log of customer's information for 30 days for contact tracing purposes. c

Raimondo: Malls To Remain Closed During Phase 1 Of RI Reopen

Indoor malls such as Providence Place and the Warwick Mall won't be opening their doors right away.

RI Truckers Call For State To Reopen Immediately: Coronavirus

The organization called for the governor to allow all industries to reopen under the same rules as those that were allowed to stay open.

22K Unemployment Claims Filed In RI Last Week

While the Department of Labor and Training is still seeing record claim volumes, the number of claims went down slightly last week.

Stop & Shop Implements One-Way Aisles: Coronavirus

The change was made to help maintain spacing for both customers and employees, according to reports.

Cranston Local Business Guide: What’s Open or Closed in Town

We asked local businesses to update their status and created a handy guide from their responses.

RI Jobless Claims Soar Amid Coronavirus Closures

More than 28,000 Rhode Islanders filed unemployment claims in the past week.

Cranston Businesses: Open Or Closed? Let Your Customers Know

We’re publishing a simple Open-or-Closed Directory for Cranston businesses. Here’s how to get listed.

BJ's, Stop & Shop Raise Wages For Workers: Coronavirus In RI

BJ's will offer employees a $2-per-hour raise, while Stop & Shop union employees will receive a 10 percent raise.

RI Foundation, United Way Raise $2.8M For Coronavirus Relief

The fund, launched March 17 with $1.5 million, nearly doubled overnight.

Coronavirus In RI: Stores Change Hours For Seniors

Several supermarkets have adjusted their schedules to allow the elderly to shop without large crowds.

National Grid Suspends Electric, Gas Shutoffs During Coronavirus

The policy is aimed at easing the financial burden on customers during the pandemic, the company said.

Gov. Raimondo Signs Bill To Raise RI Minimum Wage

Rhode Island's minimum wage will increase by $1 to $11.50 on Oct. 1.

Increase To RI's Minimum Wage Heads To Governor's Desk

If signed into law, the bill would raise the state's minimum wage to $11.50 per hour in October.

Cranston City Council Approves Minimum Wage Increase

Starting in January, the minimum wage will be raised to $12.75, more than two dollars higher than the state minimum.

19 RI Contractors Charged For Unfinished, Subpar Work

"Like any business in our state, contractors need to play by the rules," Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha said.

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