Roger Lapierre News Today

WOONSOCKET — Even after 50 years, it still doesn’t feel like work to Roger Lapierre. The 81-year-old founder of the Li’l General chain of convenience stores says his work is his passion. “I look forward to coming to work. Everyday, it’s something new,” says Lapierre. “You’re dealing with customers.” Through the years, Lapierre built more than a business, says Mayor Lisa Baldelli-Hunt. He’s become an exemplar of a good corporate citizen, reliably...