Bridget Botelho
Seeing opportunity in shiny slabs of stone
St. John Stone in North Kingstown is a shining example of a successful entrepreneurial endeavor, as evidenced by its selection in the Entrepreneurship category...
Fundraising demands clarity from nonprofits
Getting people to donate to nonprofit organizations when the economy is in downward spiral is a daunting task for any group, but there are...
UWRI, Crossroads see precipitous drop in funding
Many nonprofit organizations in Rhode Island raise funds to help downtrodden citizens, and this year, with the economy struggling and the statewide jobless rate...
All the info that matters, at patients’ fingertips
Patients typically have limited access to their vital medical information, which forces them to recall information – often inaccurately – from memory when they...
Rhode Island a popular destination for meetings
Though 2008 has proved to be a tough economy for many businesses, companies are still holding destination meetings in Rhode Island to encourage creative...
All work, no play makes for a dull convention
Meeting planners are most concerned with the size, look and cost of space when booking an event, but the extracurricular activities a city has...
2003 growth leaders still climbing ladder
Companies that show rapid growth often flame out, but the Top 10 fastest-growing companies in Rhode Island in 2003 show no signs today of...
Boaters feel pinch of fuel costs
Boaters in Rhode Island are offsetting rising fuel costs by cutting back on splurges, using moorings instead of expensive dock space and enjoying life...
Tight budget restricts education improvements
The Providence Public School District is facing its usual budget crunch, but this year is tighter than ever with massive increases in transportation costs,...
Pace may be slow, but luxury condos are selling
One key to the continuing transformation of downtowns across the country is the need to have people live where they work and shop. It...
















