Archive for March 2020
GriefSpeak: Matthew’s Miracle
By: Mari Dias Both Matthew and his teenage son came down with a cold. The PCP gave them an antibiotic and Matthew’s son improved within days; however, Matthew did not. Following 3 weeks of continued flu-like symptoms, Matthew contacted his PCP again. Upon a repeat visit, the PCP prescribed a steroid. Several days later Matthew…
Read MoreUS Census 2020 Coming to RI Mailboxes this week
Households will begin to receive notices by mail this month Beginning this week, every household in Rhode Island will receive a notice by mail to complete the 2020 Census. Rhode Island receives $3.8 billion in federal funding each year based on census results. These funds support healthcare, schools, roads, housing, the environment, and many services…
Read MoreThe Good, the Bad, and the Ugly – in RI – March 13, 2020
THE GOOD North Providence Regionalization Regionalization of fire dispatch between North Providence and Pawtucket will save Pawtucket over a quarter of a million dollars and result, we think, in an enhanced professionalism of service, looking at the capabilities and technical sophistication of North Providence’s dispatch services. Once the bugs are worked out, if any, and…
Read MoreCoronavirus Update in RI – Today – March 13, 2020
(Note: please refer to our website for daily Coronavirus updates – each day we ADD TO, we do not REPEAT information already covered) GOOD NEWS We may resurface from this with a new vigor to bring back manufacturing and healthcare preparedness, and reduce our dependence on China. Virtual business models are exploding as we see…
Read MoreRI Weather Today, Friday 3/13/20
By Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Frontal system rolls through during the morning with light to moderate rain heavy at times in places, and the possibility of a distant peal of thunder. It is a vigorous front, and the winds along it will be fairly strong and gusty, shifting from southeasterly to southwesterly as the front passes…
Read MoreBaked Egg Artichoke Gratin
Baked Egg Artichoke Gratin with Prosciutto, Pine Nuts and Melting Gorgonzola by Anthony Salemme, contributing chef National Artichoke Day is March 16th Serves 2 This is simple brunch or dinner served with toasted baguette. 1 14-ounce can quartered artichokes (drained well on a paper towel) 3 ounces sliced prosciutto (cut each slice in quarters) 2/3…
Read MoreFlattening the Curve…saving lives from Coronavirus
For those who wondered why they studied statistics in college, this is one time it will all come back to you. This chart is called an Epidemic Curve and the theory behind what is happening with social engineering changes is called “Flattening the Curve”. Knowing that our best rule is always science, this curve represents…
Read MoreCoronavirus Update Today – March 12, 2020
GOOD NEWS The Good News is that Rhode Island is taking preparedness measures NOW that the state of Washington is only doing today – after the level of coronavirus has made it an epicenter in the US. We think compliance is proven and we encourage us all to heed what we know will make a…
Read MoreRI Weather Today, Thursday 3/12/20:
By Jack Donnelly, meteorologist High pressure shifts east and brings breezes around from the southeast, some cooler and slightly more humid air into the area for the day before increasing clouds and light rain begins to move in from the west and southwest later in the evening. We’ll escape any rain until tomorrow, and have…
Read MoreSome RI Nursing Homes begin moving to Level 3 – no visitation – per Health Dept
3:40pm, March 11, 2020 Updated: 5pm & 8pm This notice was received by a family with loved ones in a RI Nursing Home This is an update of Level 3 visitation policy mandated by the RI Department of Health. No visitors will be allowed in the building at this time. This is to protect your…
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