Local couple bringing back the heart of Newport’s Fifth Ward
Kevin and Nikki Garabedian have revitalized a Newport address that holds nostalgia for many locals.
On March 1, the couple opened Ocean & Fifth Cafe,...
Gather at Valley brings flexible event space to Providence
A new event venue on Providence’s Valley Street is bringing people together for celebrations, workshops and community gatherings.
Gather at Valley, a 1,500-square-foot rentable space...
Serini brings authentic Italian coffee, cuisine to R.I. with La Dolce...
When Veronica Serini moved from Italy to Rhode Island, she found plenty of Italian influences in the local cuisine.
But locating the Italian food she...
New indoor sports facility to revitalize youth sports on Aquidneck Island
Aquidneck Island has many attractions, but recreational facilities for youth sports aren’t among them.
Sean Stalls, president of Portsmouth Little League, understands this struggle firsthand,...
Frogs Videography helps businesses tell their story
What started as a group of friends making short films with a single camera has turned into a full-time business for Michael Cabral and...
Hobby Hub cafe caters to creators
At Now or Never: Hobby Hub + Social Club, the main menu isn’t a selection of beverages and pastries. Instead, it’s a selection of...
New rideshare service designed for pets
A new rideshare service is available in Rhode Island, and it’s not for people.
In June, Leslie Filippelli-DiManna launched The Doggie Waggin’, a shuttle service...
Forget Me Not Fables fills bookstore void in North Providence
A North Providence bookstore is more than a new business. It’s a revelation.
Alexandria DiGregorio’s venture, Forget Me Not Fables Bookshop, opened in December in...
Mason & Twine food truck opens Tamp cafe in Bristol, featuring...
When Sean Reilly started making chocolates as gifts for family and friends, the confections were an immediate hit. Later, he sold them for side...
Bespoke garage preserves, perfects collectible cars
For Rhode Island car enthusiasts, finding a sanctuary for their prized vehicles has long been a challenge. That search now ends in Exeter, where...


















