Tag: retail
Study finds R.I. manufacturing disproportionately affected by COVID-19 clusters
PROVIDENCE – Manufacturing had the highest rate of COVID-19 workplace clusters in Rhode Island outside of health, congregate care and education settings, according to...
Shoppers push retail sales up 0.7% in September
NEW YORK (AP) – Americans continued to spend at a solid clip in September even while facing sticker shock in grocery aisles, car lots...
Local convenience store brand has staying power
The first night he came home after opening his first Li’l General store, having invested much of his money in the venture as a...
Pharmacy offers customers personalized service, free same-day delivery
Zahan Akbar opened a full-service pharmacy this year, Atwood Pharmacy Inc., knowing that personalized service for people taking medication would set him apart from...
Five Questions With: Michael Baker
Michael Baker | Owner, Rumford Pet Express
1. What impact has the pandemic had on the independent pet supply business? The American Pet Products...
Five Questions With: Frank Picozzi
5Q: Frank Picozzi | Mayor, city of Warwick
1. How has being a small-business owner prepared you for the role of mayor? Being a...
Garden City Center adds 8 retailers
CRANSTON – Garden City Center recently announced the addition of eight brands joining the shopping plaza, either through pop-up spaces or retail locations.
Pop-up operations...
Maniscalcos shine with new jewelry store
Buying a diamond doesn’t have to be an overwhelming experience. The Diamond Bar LLC, a newly opened retail jeweler in Providence, is adding cheer...
An artisan shop forged by military experience
Nicole O’Brien knows how difficult it is for veterans to make the transition from military to civilian life. So, when she opened a retail...
Whether mentoring, collaborating, or supporting, Fiorenzano gives back in many ways
PBN 2021 Business Women Awards
Industry Leader Creative Services: JoEllen Fiorenzano, F.A.F. Inc.
JoEllen Fiorenzano, CEO and president of F.A.F. Inc. in Smithfield, wasn’t exactly born...
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