Every year just about this time, I have the pleasant task of letting you know about new and relaunched restaurants around the state. Just in time for the high season, chef-owners and restaurateurs roll the dice and open their doors. In reviewing the columns I have written on this topic over the past five years, I uncovered an interesting trend. The number of restaurants opening their doors each year since the recession began is something of an economic indicator. more

Finard Coventry Hotel Management announced Thursday that it has closed on its $16 million purchase of the Providence Biltmore hotel. more

The Rhode Island Fast Ferry will add a new vessel to expand service to Martha’s Vineyard and sightseeing cruises on Narragansett Bay this summer. more

The R.I. Airport Corporation's $261 million in general airport revenue bonds were labeled “A-” and given a negative outlook by Fitch Ratings. more