Tag: Pandemic
Hotel industry has been desolated, but some are betting on big...
In a normal year, early November is a shoulder season in Newport. Christopher Bicho, who owns six leisure-market hotels in the coastal area, would...
Lead with optimism
Rick Simone | EGN LLC president; Federal Hill Commerce Association executive director
Never in my career have I spent so much time on crisis management.
The...
New restaurateurs forge ahead amid the crisis
The changing restrictions for restaurants in recent months have been severe. Curbside pick-up only. Outdoor dining only. Capacity limits.
And now the latest: curfews that...
A $29.6M price tag for security in a pandemic
The state has paid $29.6 million to construct and maintain three field hospitals that have gone unused during the coronavirus crisis, but this insurance...
State must reimburse colleges now
There was plenty of understandable handwringing across the state when local colleges began developing plans to welcome students back to campus in late summer.
How...
For business owners, getting COVID-19 is a wakeup call
NEW YORK – When Chris Hyland caught the coronavirus, his ordeal went beyond being sick and exhausted – he couldn’t help his business partners...
Dining Out: With winter approaching, a focus on clearing the air
With this year going the way it is, the idea of restaurant superlatives is having a bit of a difficult time. One might actually...
Providence to impose stricter crowd limits
PROVIDENCE – The city is imposing stricter limits on small, social gatherings and catered events beginning Nov. 22, Mayor Jorge O. Elorza announced on...
Pandemic uncertainty
Has your company planned for different pandemic scenarios?
Yes: 80%
No: 20%
Which pandemic scenario do you feel is imminent?
A prolonged, uncertain recovery: 80%
A muted and sufficient...
Is the state providing enough financial support for restaurants and bars...
Gov. Gina M. Raimondo recently announced grants that will be provided to restaurants, bars and other businesses that can prove losses due to having...
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