Great Clips Opens on Frenchtown Road

The new salon opened recently and is celebrating its opening with open houses the next two weekends in March.

Ribbon Cut for New Fitzy's Pub on Post Road

The former Mozzarella's has a new name, new look, new TVs, bigger burgers and more.

Sonic 'Drives-Into' Rhode Island

Sonic Drive-In announced it will open 20 to 25 locations in Rhode Island.

EG's Meyer Joins People's Credit Union

In her new role, Meyer is responsible for the overall experience of members and the brand program.

Bruce and Mindy Lane Join Prudential Gammons Realty in East Greenwich

Bruce is president of the Rhode Island Association of Realtors. Mindy is a Realtor of the Year.

As Warehouse Opens, Alex and Ani Store in East Greenwich to Close

The EG store will "shift to other nearby locations" but its 100,000 square foot warehouse in EG will be humming as a fulfillment center.

Dave's Marketplace, Other Businesses Heed Blizzard Warnings and will be Closed Tuesday

With a travel ban in place and potentially historic snowfall, many businesses won't be open on Tuesday.

Not a Typo: Gas Drops to $1.99 in Rhode Island

One station in Cranston on Tuesday was selling it for $1.95—the cheapest in the state.

Dunkin' Donuts to Keep Croissant Donut on Menu in 2015

More than 4.6 million croissant donuts were sold since Dunkin’ Donuts introduced the item in November, according to the company.

EG's Provant Adds Two Executives to Team

East Greenwich's continually growing Provant has added two new executives.

Outer Space is Familiar Turf for EG Battery Maker

Yardney Technical Products in East Greenwich played a role in the successful launch of the Orion spacecraft last week.

Providence Coal Fired Pizza Opens Second RI Location on Post Road

The only restaurant offering coal-fired pizza in Rhode Island has brought their fare to the former 007 on Post Road.

Sen. Reed Tours EG Businesses in "Shop Local" Campaign

“Small business owners and their employees are the heart and soul of our local economy, and it’s critical that we support them," Reed said.

Red Stripe in East Greenwich Officially Opens

Fans of Red Stripe's award winning fries can come to Main Street for a taste of the traditional -- in an all new setting.

EG Biz Leaders Urge Shoppers to Buy Local this Year

Local business leaders and the Rhode Island Foundation have kicked off a BuyLocalRI.org campaign to give the local economy a boost this year

EG's Yardney is Acquired by OM Group

Cleveland, Ohio-based OM Group bought the East Greenwich high-performance battery manufacturer for $24 million.

Donovan Travel Welcomes Katie Bedene to Staff

Bedine will be the travel agency's new marketing coordinator.

EG Company Lands $517m Deal with Georgia University System

Corvias Group will build and manage student housing at nine campuses in Georgia for the next 65 years.

EG's Voltserver Lands Innovation Grant

EG's Voltserver is getting a jolt of financial support for their efforts to develop transformative digital power delivery technology.

What's Open/Closed Columbus Day in East Greenwich

Business owners: let readers know if you're open by leaving a comment here.

EG Photo Returns Home to 631 Main St.

It's where it all started.

Former Scramblers? It's Going to be a Cigar Bar

The former Scramblers on Main Street will be a place to relax, schmooze and enjoy a cigar.

New Local Doctor Doesn't Take Insurance, Makes House Calls, for Flat Monthly Fee

Dr. Lauren Hedde has opened a new practice in North Kingstown using an innovative model for delivering care that bucks the status quo.

State Approves EG Nursing Home's "Green House" Plan to Build Four Smaller Homes

“It is an exceptionally exciting time for seniors in the state of Rhode Island,” said Steven J. Horowitz, President and CEO.

EG Restaurant Week is just Days Away

Nearly 30 restaurants are participating.

Apple Watch: Tech Giant to Introduce New iPhones, Products Today

The iWatch, which may or may not be its official name, is not expected to hit stores until 2015, and it could cost as much as $400.

Provant Names new CIO

Veteran senior-level technology innovator Thomas Basiliere has joined Provant in East Greenwich as its new chief information officer.

Regency Cigar Emporium to Expand

The business is going to expand and begin serving high-end liquor along with cigars.

Rhode Island City Ranked Worst Place to Retire in the Country

Providence came in dead last on a “Best and Worst Places to Retire” list.

CVS Changes Name, Ends Tobacco Sales

The pharmacy chain will now be known as "CVS Health."

Data Breach at Shaw's, Star Market in R.I.

Officials said there is no evidence yet that consumer data has been misused.

EG's Mega Joins Decof, Decof & Barry

Congrats are in order to East Greenwich's Jeffrey A. Mega.

Rhode Island's First Outlet Mall in the Works

The former Rhode Island Mall in Warwick will be redeveloped into an outlet mall.

EG Resident Joins Boston Nonprofit Real Estate Developer

East Greenwich resident Maria Pietroforte has been named vice president of property management at The Community Builders.

Town Won't Penalize Businesses for Landlord Back Taxes Anymore

The Town Council voted 5-0 to prevent a business from not getting a license renewal on account of a landlord's back taxes.

Plan For Full Day & Night of Positive Island Vibrations At Upcoming 2014 Newport Waterfront Reggae Festival

The 5th Annual Newport Waterfront Reggae Festival, to take place on Saturday, August 9th from Noon to 10:00 p.m.

Dogs on Main was a Barking Success

If you missed it, here's a photo and video recap.

Single and Bar Scene not for You? Try the Book Scene in EG

Now, thanks to Symposium Books in East Greenwich, there's an alternative to the bar scene for book lovers who need a little more love in their life.

"We Know We're Right," says EG Auctioneer Sued by Academy for Selling Oscar

Thompson said extensive legal research was conducted before the June 23 auction to ensure the 1942 statuette, awarded to Joseph Wright for color art direction in "My Gal Sal," would not run afoul of Academy rules instituted in the 1950s.

Main Street Gets its own Web Site

Marketing tool, bulletin board, advertising space. The new www.mainstreeteastgreenwich.com is both an information source and a pom-pom for Main Street's small business community.