Archive for November 2020
RI Weather Today – Wed, Nov. 25, 2020
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist A weak disturbance moves through that will trigger some widely scattered light rain showers in the midday hours, widely the operative word here, as we’ll still see some sun either during or before and after any rain. Clouds begin thickening at night with the approach of a more significant frontal system…
Read MoreNEW: Free hotel/college rooms, massive COVID-19 testing model coming for Pawtucket, Central Falls
In an effort to get hold of the outbreak of Coronavirus in two of the cities with the largest percent positive cases, RINewsToday has learned of a “massive testing will be underway for Pawtucket and Central Falls residents” – followed by paid for hotel/college rooms to be available for those who test positive. The program…
Read MoreA quiet Thanksgiving…by Michael Morse
by Michael Morse, contributing writer It’s not as if I didn’t have 364 days this year to get everything I need for the Thanksgiving Feast, but here it is, 3:30 on the day before and I’m compiling a list. Wine, beer, gravy, cranberry sauce, figs (yes that’s right, figs.) Somehow all of these things, well,…
Read MorePC’s Father Shanley to head St. John’s University in Queens, NY
Photo: Providence College Dominican priest and noted academic previously served as President of Providence College. The St. John’s University Board of Trustees announced today the unanimous election of Rev. Brian J. Shanley, O.P. as the University’s 18th President. Fr. Shanley is expected to begin his tenure at St. John’s on February 1, 2021. The selection of Fr.…
Read MoreCOSTCO wants to go where it’s not wanted
It seems unanimous. From local Cranston neighborhood groups, including homeowners within the closest vicinity, to everyone who ran for office – to the current Mayor-elect – the pledge to the community – and to COSTCO is this: We’d love to have you in Cranston – but that location at Mulligan’s Island – is out of…
Read MoreRI Weather Today – Tues, Nov. 24, 2020
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist High pressure fills in the void left behind by yesterdays’ frontal passage, so cool dry air under a blue sky with a bit of northerly breeze can be expected for your enjoyment. Afternoon high in the mid 40’s followed by evening lows around 30, morning temps in the mid 30’s.
Read MoreYour Coronavirus Update – Tues., Nov. 24, 2020
Photo: Massachusetts Governor Baker launches a new public awareness campaign – #GetBackMass (see video, below) NATIONAL & INTERNATIONAL Today, Regeneron will begin to be used as a therapeutic in the US. Nevada Gov. Steve Sisolak is both imploring residents to stay home, and encouraging out-of-state visitors to come to Vegas to spend money. California Gov.…
Read MoreTools for the caregiver…
Mental Health America (MHA) is proud to recognize November as National Family Caregivers Month – a time to celebrate the contributions of caregivers, provide them with tools that they need, and continue to advocate for individuals with mental illness. There are over 53 million Americans who are unpaid caregivers to family, friends, and neighbors. Twenty-seven…
Read MoreHow Rhode Islanders see themselves, during a time of COVID
by Richard Asinof, ConvergenceRI, contributing writer on health Photo: Kim Keck, president and CEO of Blue Cross Blue Shield of RI, talking at the virtual event for the RI Life Index. The second annual RI Life Index offers a lens showing how Rhode Islanders perceive their lives, based on health, housing, economic and educational opportunities,…
Read MoreNew Consent Decree Coordinator wanted to break through the silos in 2014 civil rights compliance
By Gina Macris, Developmental Disabilities News Photo: RI State House, Country Time Rhode Island is looking for someone to coordinate its compliance with a 2014 federal civil rights agreement affecting adults with developmental disabilities – for the sixth time in as many years. The state created the position of Consent Decree Coordinator at the insistence…
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