Archive for December 2020
The Christmas Songs…a short story – by Michael Morse
by Michael Morse, contributing writer They called it home, and it was, for now anyway. Cheap cedar shingles covering rotted 3/8 plywood, that nailed to 2 x 3’s, then a thin plaster job covering the studs. It was old, and decaying, and built in a different time, when even the destitute could afford a permanent…
Read MoreThe Marketing Secrets of S. Claus – by Bob Salvas
A lot of marketing people over the years have talked about the marketing success that is Santa Claus. I suppose it is because it can be a fun way to remind us to practice good marketing principles. With that in mind, here are five marketing lessons from the man in the red suit as we…
Read MoreSt Thomas Fudge and Pear Pie
By Anthony Salemme, chef Serves six to eight people. A recipe handed down by Miss Adilade when I lived in St. Thomas 12 ounces semisweet chocolate 1/2 cup butter + 2 tablespoons 4 Bosc pears, peeled, cored and cut in half lengthwise then sliced 1/4 cup rum 3/4 cup packed brown sugar 2 teaspoons instant…
Read MoreUpdated: COVID-19 in RI Nursing Homes, LTC facilites. We remember 1,100 lives lost.
In the last month and a half, the coronavirus has once more hit our nursing homes hard. We can expect that to continue, with only the hope of the vaccination program to stop it. As Christmas approaches we remember the approximately 1,193 lives lost and the approx. 5,518 who have fought the battle of coronavirus.…
Read MoreRI Weather Today – Thurs, Dec. 24, 2020
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Christmas Eve A strong frontal system begins to approach the western portions of the region later in the day, with lowering clouds and building winds the main culprit through the evening. The system will bring lots of rain beginning later at night with damaging winds toward Christmas morning, gusts easily into…
Read MoreRI Weather Today – Wed, Dec. 23, 2020
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist High pressure off the south coast keeps the warmer than normal air in place over southern New England, with low relative humidity and clear skies through early afternoon. Clouds then build in advance of a low pressure system that will develop over the Midwest, but the rain will hold off until…
Read MoreCVS vaccinations this week in long term care facilities in 12 states – RI next week
CVS Health will administer COVID-19 vaccinations starting this week in these states: Connecticut, Florida, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Nevada, New Hampshire, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, and Vermont. Vaccinations will begin in 36 more states, including Rhode Island, as well as the District of Columbia, on December 28. Puerto Rico will activate on January 4. A…
Read MoreYour Coronavirus Update Today Dec. 23, 2020
Photo: Dr. Anthony Fauci, after getting the first of his two vaccinations. He will turn 80 on Christmas Eve. RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY The COVID19 relief package did not provide new funding for state and local governments, which is likely to lead to more job cuts and higher taxes in parts of the country. Some…
Read MoreIf it’s Wednesday…it’s Sour Grapes!
by Tim Jones, cartoonist _____ Tim Jones is the creator, artist and writer of the widely popular, self-syndicated comic strip, “Sour Grapes” – a comic about “Aesop”, a miserable flying dog and his odd friends, all living in a problematic and troubled world. Sour Grapes is currently published in multiple newspapers in Rhode Island, Massachusetts,…
Read MoreRI Developmental Disabilities providers to get $10 Million emergency aid from Cares Act funds
By Gina Macris, Developmental Disability News The state of Rhode Island has agreed to set aside $10 million from the federally-funded CARES Act as a short-term safety net for private providers of developmental disability services, who are in “financial distress” as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. The state negotiated the sum with the providers,…
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