Tag: R.i. Hospitality Association
Bill extending bar hours during World Cup games wins GA approval
PROVIDENCE – Last call at bars and restaurants will be extended to the final whistle during some matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup,...
Cannabis regulators back ban on THC drinks in R.I. bars and...
For a year, Rhode Island bars and restaurants had the opportunity to secure a license from the state’s now-defunct Office of Cannabis Regulation to...
Travel + Leisure names T.F. Green best airport in the U.S.
WARWICK – Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport captured the top spot in Travel + Leisure magazine's best airports in the U.S.
The travel publication...
R.I. eatery workforce anticipated to increase this summer amid nationwide dining...
NEWPORT – Ocean State restaurants will increase their summer workforce by 17%, according to national projections, placing Rhode Island among the top four states...
In hospitality sector: ‘The No. 1 issue now … is the...
PROVIDENCE – With a consensus forecast that the probability of a recession in the next 12 months is more probable than not, hospitality industry...
Rajab to lead R.I. Hospitality Association
CRANSTON – The R.I. Hospitality Association on Tuesday announced the appointment of Farouk Rajab as its next CEO and president.
An industry veteran, Rajab...
‘Here we go again’: Washington Bridge rebuild poses new challenge for businesses
PROVIDENCE – Just when many local businesses thought the threat of external forces such as the pandemic and a possible recession were behind them,...
Outdoor Dining Act clears General Assembly, awaits McKee’s signature
PROVIDENCE – A bill making outdoor dining permanent is heading to the desk of Gov. Daniel J. McKee after being approved by the General...
Venturini plans to retire from hospitality association after 35 years
CRANSTON – After 35 years at the helm of the R.I. Hospitality Association, Dale J. Venturini confirmed Wednesday she is stepping down, effective February...
Study: Inflation-adjusted R.I. visitor spending in 2022 reached 93% of pre-COVID...
PROVIDENCE – A new report by the R.I. Hospitality Association and a group of Salve Regina University undergraduates shows hospitality and tourism spending in...
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