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David Caprio has been named executive director of Children's Friend, Rhode Island's oldest nonprofit child welfare organization, succeeding Lenette Azzi-Lessing. He joined Children's Friend...

Grace under pressure — what an important attribute for anyone aspiring to be in a leadership role. I was researching the topic when I...

Editor's Note: This story ran on the front page of our Feb. 12 issue, but due to a technical glitch, the story did not...

WARWICK – Kent Hospital and the American Cancer Society's New England Division have signed a pact to collaborate on several initiatives, including education programs...

Larry Butts recently joined Coffee Express Ltd. as a route sales representative. He will work with existing customers and new office accounts. He previously...

S & W Television & Appliance Co. BUSINESS TYPE: Independent appliance retailer OWNER: Mark Exter LOCATION: 2735 Pawtucket Ave., East Providence EMPLOYEES: Seven full-time, two part-time (including owner) YEAR FOUNDED: 1946 ANNUAL...

It's wise to be wary of Occupational Health & Safety Administration (OSHA) requirements that apply to small business. OSHA's role is to get small...

Gov. Donald L. Carcieri yesterday named Brian P. Stern his new chief of staff, effective March 1. He replaces Jeffrey Grybowski, who...

CHESTNUT HILL, Mass. – The New England Fiberoptic Council (NEFC), a regional professional organization promoting the photonics and fiber-optics industry, today announced it will...

PROVIDENCE – The Genesis Center, a provider of literacy and job training, today announced it is seeking nominees for a new immigrant awards program. The...