In regulation, the small things add up fast
The pervasiveness of state-imposed regulations has been a topic of contention for years among the business community in Rhode Island.
“Manufacturing employers there are...
Is simplifying R.I. regulatory approach finally happening?
Over-regulation is a top-of-mind complaint from nearly any businessperson, nowhere more so than in Rhode Island, where the topic has been targeted as one...
Raimondo goes to brewery and cuts taxes for small businesses
PAWTUCKET – Continuing her platform to make Rhode Island more “business-friendly,” Gov. Gina M. Raimondo signed bills Thursday to cut taxes and fees for...
UNFI to buy Supervalu for about $2.9B
NEW YORK - United Natural Foods Inc. agreed to buy the Minneapolis-based Supervalu Inc. for about $2.9 billion, including estimated debt, in the latest...
Women in the lead in hospitality
The Rhode Island Hospitality Association recently relaunched the Women in Hospitality Council with more than 65 women on the outdoor patio at NYLO Hotel...
Healthy treats pets will eat
After watching multiple Netflix documentaries about the harmful impacts of too much sugar, fat and low-quality food in her and her husband’s diets, Lauren...
Esther DeQuattro, 37
PROPRIETOR – PANE VINO AND MASSIMO RESTAURANTS
Where do you see yourself professionally in 20 years? I hope to be growing our restaurant group. It...
Local seafood hard to find in New England
Just 15 percent of the seafood available at markets in New England originated in the region, according to a pilot study by Rhode Island-based...
Providence wins grant to increase use of local foods in city...
PROVIDENCE - The city of Providence was awarded a $49,766 U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service Farm to School program grant Thursday...
Newport offers eclectic dining options
“So, where is the fish market in Newport?” The vacationer was from San Francisco and quizzing me on the local restaurant and food scene....
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