John Persinos
Citing costs, J&W selling the Arcade
The Arcade, an iconic landmark in Providence, is changing hands.
This week, Johnson & Wales University will relinquish ownership of the three-story building, giving it...
Tax burden fifth highest among largest U.S. cities
In a new study that’s sending shock waves through local business and political circles, the commercial property tax burden in Providence ranks fifth highest...
DCYF program links businesses, families
As families brave congested byways and inclement weather to reunite for the holidays, a New Englander might reflect on the timeless observation of our...
CVS takes shot at FleetCenter
CVS stands for “Consumer Value Stores,” but soon the “S” might stand for “sports.”
The FleetCenter, a high-profile name in the Boston sports and arts...
Hurricane reconstruction sees windfall
Water-Out
President: Jack Anderson
Location: Smithfield
Type of Business: Hurricane reconstruction
Year Founded: 1983
Employees: 30
Annual Revenue: Approximately $7...
Forum changes name – again
Shakespeare’s famous phrase “What’s in a name?” comes to mind in the wake of
Brown University’s multiple name changes for its entrepreneurial...
PawSox balk at Worcester’s pitch for pro ball
Snap history quiz: The Brown Stockings were…
A) Coal mine activists who fought brown lung disease
B) Minority suffragettes who picketed Woodrow Wilson
C) Worcester’s major league...
Ocean State Job Lot rides discount wave northward
There aren’t many discount retailers with the guts to try to outdo Wal-Mart,
but North Kingstown-based Ocean State Job Lot is a...
Region key to Webster expansion
Webster Bank’s slogan is “We Find a Way.” These days, the expansion-minded
bank is finding a way to Boston and New York...
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