Johnston Beef Slaughterhouse Fined For Selling Non-Inspected Meat

Johnston-based Rhode Island Beef and Veal put inspection stickers on meat the U.S. Department of Agriculture did not inspect, officials say.

'So Excited:' Rhode Island's First Raising Cane's Opens In Johnston

Raising Cane's New England expansion means that it's likely to pick up some new fans, known by the restaurant as "Caniacs."

RI's 2nd Market Basket Coming To Johnston

Beginning Friday, customers can go to the new grocery store in Johnston at 1300 Hartford Ave., across from the town's senior center.

These Johnston Area Restaurants Got Revitalization Funds

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

Which Johnston Businesses Got PPP Loans

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

Market Basket In Johnston Now Hiring Employees

The store has not yet announced an official opening date.

Mohegan Sun Sues Johnston-Based Insurer Over Coronavirus Losses

The Mohegan Tribal Gaming Authority filed the lawsuit on Friday.

BJ's In Johnston To Host Hiring Event

Applicants can stop by the BJ's in Johnston this Saturday during the company's hiring day.

How Coronavirus Affected Bankruptcies In Johnston Area

Bankruptcy filings were down in Providence County last year, but experts expect them to surge in coming years.

How Reliable Is Your Rhode Island Power Utility?

See how well the power provider for the Johnston area and across RI serves their customers.

Johnston Companies Received $68m in Federal Coronavirus Loans

The loans went to 660 companies and helped protect 5,812 jobs in Johnston.

Small Business Saturday 2020: Help Them Stay Afloat In Johnston

Small Business Saturday, on Nov. 28 this year, helps local businesses in Johnston overcome pandemic hardships.

RI Reopening: Johnston Local Business Directory

Update your customers on your services and hours for the reopening of RI's economy starting this weekend with this handy guide.

Johnston Local Business Directory: What's Open Or Closed?

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

Johnston Businesses: Open Or Closed? Let Your Customers Know

We're publishing a simple Open-or-Closed Directory for Johnston Businesses. Here's how to get listed:

New Market Basket Coming To Johnston

Store at 1300 Hartford Avenue is tentatively scheduled to open next year.

BankNewport Opens Johnston Branch On Hartford Avenue

BankNewport held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Dec. 4 to celebrate opening its 18th branch location in Johnston.

New Grocery Store Aldi Coming To Johnston

The opening event includes free gift cards for the first 100 customers and a contest for a chance to win a year's supply of produce.

St. Joseph Pensioners Sue Bishop, Prospect CharterCare & Others

The class action suit maintains there was fraud involved in the actions that led to 'orphaning' the nurses' and hospital workers' pensions.

Johnston Resource Recovery To Accept Dehumiidifiers

National Grid hosts the event on Saturday.

Johnston Small Businesses Win Loans Worth More Than $2.4 Million

Some 20 Small Business Administration Loans Are Going To Local Outfits.

Two $50,000 Powerball Winners In RI

Although no one won the jackpot in Wednesday night's drawing, the RI Lottery says it sold two $50,000 winning tickets.

Five RI Employers Make Forbes 'Best' List

Just five Rhode Island companies made Forbes Magazine's list of the nation's best employers.

Lights, Camera...Action! How Facebook Live Can Help Your Small Business

Have you tried Facebook Live for your small business? Why it might be time!

Man Arrested for Illegally Selling Labs in RI

The DEM seized seven puppies from Justin Wagner on Wednesday and they all were dehydrated and were infected with tape and roundworm.

RI Natural Gas Customers Could See 10 Percent Price Drop this Winter

The temperature broke 90 degrees in Rhode Island yet again on Wednesday. Here's some cool news that might give gas users the warm fuzzies.

BBB Continues to Evolve in an Ever Changing Marketplace

Embracing social media as a tool to help businesses grow in a trustworthy environment.

Rent Unaffordable for Average Worker in RI

A study shows Rhode Island workers must make $18.49 an hour to afford rent in the state, more than the $12 average renter's salary.

CVS Photo Site Suffers Possible Credit Data Breach

The Woonsocket, RI-based company is warning customers and the site is temporarily shut down.

Blast from the Past, Fatal Crash, Resurrected Hot Spot, and More: RI Patch Today

Plus, a heavily traveled bridge will likely remain closed for another month.

Governor Signs Bill Increasing RI Minimum Wage to $9.60

Rhode Island still lags behind its neighbors, but the increase is "an important step forward," said Governor Gina Raimondo.

E. Coli Concerns Prompt Statewide Bottled Water Recall

The company that supplies 7-Eleven, Shaw's and others with bottled water has issued a recall because of E.coli concerns.

RI Jobless Rate Ticks Down to 5.9 Percent, First Time Since 2007

But Governor Gina Raimondo said there's still much work to do and too many Rhode Island families are struggling.

Gas Prices Tick Up Five Cents Last Week

The range in prices in the latest local AAA survey for unleaded regular is 30 cents, from a low of $2.69 to a high of $2.99.

Narragansett and Del's Mix Up New Black Cherry Shandy

On the heels of last year's successful Narragansett Del's Shandy with the classic lemonade flavor, the two RI brands have teamed up again.

Johnston Establishment Participating in Rhode Island Bakes for Breast Cancer

Second annual event runs May 10 (Mother’s Day) through May 16

Cilantro Mexican Grill to Pay $100k in Back Wages and Fines for Not Paying Overtime

The U.S. Department of Labor said the chain also used minors to deliver food in violation of child labor provisions.

RI Gas Prices Down Four Cents Last Week

The average is $2.36 per gallon for regular self-serve unleaded.

Nut Recall Affects Stop & Shop, Whole Foods Market Products

Recall prompted by salmonella concerns.

Johnston's Stephen Elias Joins People's Credit Union

Elias brings more than 20 years of financial experience to his new job as indirect lending manager.