Communications

A.H. Belo Corp., the parent company of The Providence Journal and three other daily newspapers, declared a quarterly cash dividend of 6 cents per share, even as the company reported a net loss of 18 cents per share during its first quarter. May 21

Media General – parent company of WJAR-TV NBC 10 – has signed an agreement with Berkshire Hathaway Inc. to sell the majority of its newspapers, the company announced Wednesday. May 17

Is there anyone who doesn’t like bunnies? May 12

Fortune Magazine and the Initiative for a Competitive Inner City have selected (add)ventures as part of its 2012 Inner City 100, a list of the fastest-growing inner city companies in the country. May 11

Navigating the world of social media can be tough, especially for small businesses whose time and resources are particularly finite. As the Internet ingrains itself even further into people’s lives and consumers check reviews, prices and sales online all before stepping foot out of the door, a strong Web presence can be the key to success – so long as business owners don’t get overwhelmed by the options, say social media and marketing specialists. May 5

The Associated Press honored five Rhode Island broadcasters on Wednesday in its annual Massachusetts/Rhode Island contest. Apr 12

Owner and CEO of Kick-Butt Marketing talks about her firm’s recent recognition from Constant Contact. Apr 11

The Newport and Bristol County Convention and Visitors Bureau has rebranded to “Discover Newport,” with a new logo, tagline and website to match. Apr 6

The R.I. Department of Transportation is expanding its social media presence by creating a Pinterest board. Apr 4

Rebecca Keister is the newest member of the Providence Business News editorial team and will serve as a staff writer covering hospitality & tourism, education/workforce, and the nonprofit sector. Mar 30