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One doctor’s trash, another’s savior
In an old mill building in Fall River, Bob Gaw has a collection of medical equipment that encompasses everything from beds and stretchers to surgery, ultrasound and anesthesia equipment – everything you need to outfit about six hospitals, he says. more

By Lindsay Lorenz
PBN Researcher | 6/3/13

Sisters carry on a tradition at Federal Hill’s Scialo Bros.
There are no brothers now at Scialo Bros. Bakery. The business that’s held a place on Atwells Avenue on Federal Hill in Providence since 1916 has been owned and operated since 1993 by sisters Carol Scialo Gaeta and Lois Scialo Ellis, who grew up living above the shop when their father ran the bakery. more

By Rhonda Miller
PBN Staff Writer | 5/27/13

GAO: Less than one in four affected by Sandy get loans
WASHINGTON – Less than one in four small businesses affected by Superstorm Sandy – including those in Rhode Island – have had their U.S. Small Business Administration loan applications approved, according to the Government Accountability Office. more
5/27/13
Dama has golden touch with jewelry
Rhode Island is still a good place for innovation and expansion in the jewelry industry, said Marcos Fountoulakis, president and CEO of Johnston-based Dama. more

By Rhonda Miller
PBN Staff Writer | 5/27/13

Shooting for the stars
Not many business owners strive to be second-rate. Most businesses at least pay lip service to a desire for being their customers’ or clients’ first choice. But all too often, their actions say otherwise. more
5/27/13
SEED offering low-rate loans
The South Eastern Economic Development Corp. is offering low rates on loans for small businesses. more
Ackerman introduces tax incentive for wellness
PROVIDENCE – Rep. Mia A. Ackerman, D-Cumberland, has introduced a bill on behalf of Lt. Gov. Elizabeth H. Roberts that would create a tax credit for small employers that implement a wellness program for employees. more
5/20/13
Building future in home improvement
Moonworks President Jim Moon found business opportunity in the gutter. more

By Patrick Anderson
PBN Staff Writer | 5/20/13

Businesses share some ‘aha’ moments in The Garage
“It was one of those funny moments,” recalled Davide Dukcevich, one of the third generation of family members to lead Burrilville-based Daniele Inc., producers of gourmet charcuterie, or cured meat products. more

By Rhonda Miller
PBN Staff Writer | 5/20/13

Details emerge on insurance plans to be offered on exchange
Three health insurers – Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island, UnitedHealthcare of New England, and Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island – will offer a total of 28 health plans on the R.I. Health Benefits Exchange for the individual and small group markets beginning on Oct. 1. more
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