Archive for March 2021
Biden revokes Trump mandate to return to beauty in architecture – David Brussat
by David Brussat, Architecture Here and There – contributing writer, architecture Photo: Gene Snyder U.S. Courthouse, Kentucky Donald Trump signed an executive order on Dec. 18 to mandate a return to beauty, at least in federal architecture. His successor, Joe Biden, revoked it on Feb. 24. Architecture is a huge field of human endeavor. Along…
Read MoreCranston to power-down ATV menace in city
At a press conference on Friday, Mayor Ken Hopkins and Chief of Police Colonel Michael J. Winquist, announced a plan to curtail the use of illegally operating ATVs, mini-bikes, go-carts, etc. The plan begins with an Executive Order by the Mayor, which goes into effect immediately. Cranston’s action follows closely behind Providence Mayor Elorza’s announced…
Read MoreInauguration set for Governor Daniel J. McKee, 76th Governor of the State of Rhode Island
Photo: Inauguration of Gov. Raimondo – Daily KOS Media A socially-distanced inauguration ceremony for Governor Daniel J. McKee will be held on Sunday, March 7, 2021. The ceremony, which will begin at noon, will take place on the south steps of the State House, at 82 Smith Street. Governor McKee will be ceremonially sworn in…
Read MoreRI Health Dept. will expand Health Equity Zone Initiative
Photo: Bristol HEZ Logo The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is soliciting proposals from qualified municipalities and non-profit community-based organizations to expand Rhode Island’s Health Equity Zone (HEZ) initiative to additional communities. RIDOH will distribute approximately $1 million through this funding opportunity. Existing Health Equity Zones seeking to expand their geographical boundary, and new…
Read MoreYour RI Weekend Weather Wrap – Sat/Sun, March 6/7, 2021
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Saturday 3/6/21: A cool air mass will sit in place here for the weekend, but no exciting weather to worry about either. Plenty of Sun, on the cool side, afternoon highs in the mid 30’s and morning lows in the low 20’s with a northwesterly breeze. Sunday 3/7/21: Similar to Saturday,…
Read MoreYour Coronavirus Update – March 5, 2021
Photo: New setting for weekly press conference provides a more conversational, friendly tone. RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY The RI National Guard has produced a video about how to register for one of the 2 (eventually 4) mass vaccination sites. General Treasurer Seth Magaziner launched the Frontline Heroes Fund, new program to provide the children of frontline workers who have passed…
Read MoreYour RI Weather Today – Fri, March 5, 2021
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist A cool trend over the next few days, starting with today’s afternoon highs only in the low 30’s, after morning lows in the 20’s. Winds will remain up, channeled between high pressure to our west and low pressure backtracking from the Maritimes to eastern Canada, steadily towards 20 mph with gusts…
Read More7th Annual Pawtucket International Women’s Day – Virtually
The Pawtucket International Women’s Day Committee, Senator Sandra Cano, and Mayor Donald R. Grebien, have announced the 7th annual Pawtucket International Women’s Day Celebration. This year’s event will highlight a panel including three community members chosen by the committee who have exemplified the theme of “Women in leadership: Achieving an equal future in a COVID-19…
Read MorePhoto Contest: “Uniquely Pawtucket”
Photo: Mayor’s Choice Award, 22nd Annual City of Pawtucket Photo Content – Avery Morales Curtis School Grab your cameras and snap that picture! The City of Pawtucket and The Camera Werks proudly announce the 23rd Annual City of Pawtucket Photo Contest! Twelve winning photos will be selected by a panel of local professional photographers and…
Read MoreGriefSpeak: Recognize Mercy – Dr. Mari Dias
By: Dr. Mari Dias Mercy – “Having a capacity and compassion to forgive and show kindness.” There is no question that the last year has been rife with psychological issues. We have all experienced loss: loss of touch, freedom, personal peace, freedom of expression, worship and loss of a loved one. During the initial lockdown,…
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