Archive for April 2021
The Paris Library, by Janet Skeslien Charles – book review by Jim Raftus
by Jim Raftus, book reviewer Janet Skeskiien Charles’ newest novel, The Paris Library, strives to be historical fiction but often slides into romance novel and Young Adult modes. The main setting is Paris from pre-Nazi invasion 1939 thru the City of Lights liberation by the Allies in August of 1944. These five years comprise one…
Read MoreDaffodil Days – in Newport, RI!
Newport is alive – with 1,200,000 daffodils! It’s Newport Daffodil Days. This is the time to enjoy Newport in all its yellow glory. You can participate in The Great Daffy Days Hunt and guess the number of flowers in four fields of daffodils. Win prizes! Go here for details: https://newportdaffydays.com/the-great-daffy-hunt/ Get your Daffy Pin! The…
Read MoreRentReliefRI – Rental/Utility Assistance Program
Governor McKee Launches New Rental Assistance Program Program will provide $200 million in rental and utility payments for Rhode Islanders impacted by COVID-19 Governor Dan McKee today announced plans for a new rental assistance program for eligible Rhode Island renters struggling to pay their rent or utilities as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The…
Read MoreFriday fishing tips – Jeff Gross
by Jeff Gross, feature writer Rhode Islanders continue to slam largemouth bass and a few smallmouths daily. Quite a few lunkers are posted each day on the Facebook group page “A better 401 Fishing” as the weather permits. If one is lucky enough to catch a possible new state record, here are recommendations on how…
Read MoreYour Coronavirus Update – Today, April 2, 2021
RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY R.I. on track to vaccinate 70% of eligible residents by mid-May Roger Williams University first local university to require vaccinations for attending in fall. For those with serious concerns, the university will try to help them with virtual options. Exemptions for medical/religious reasons are included. Taunton City Council returned to in-person…
Read MoreSupport for foster and adoptive families – The Village RI
“It Takes A Village, Support for Foster and Adoptive Families” – Public Affairs Series via RI & Cable Access TV The Village for RI Foster and Adoptive Families announced today the creation of “It Takes A Village; Support for Foster and Adoptive Families,” the first in a series of 30-minute public information television programs focusing on the…
Read MoreYour RI Weather Today – April 2, 2021
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Cool air settles in behind the reinforcing trough of low pressure with partly cloudy skies and cooler than normal temperatures. Morning and evening lows in the low 30’s surround an afternoon high in the low to mid 40’s with partly cloudy skies and northwesterly breezes gusting to 25 mph.
Read MoreGriefSpeak: “Home” – Dr. Mari Dias
By: Dr. Mari Dias “It takes time to figure out Who you are and what feels right All the mistakes they didn’t break us down It’s good to know, you’re not alone Doesn’t this feel like home? You know that I know We’ve never been here before… Doesn’t it feel like home?” (‘Home’ reprinted by…
Read MoreZa’atar Crispy Chicken with Parsley Mint Peanut Pesto – Anthony Salemme
by Anthony Salemme, contributing chef Chicken 1 1/2 c. Panko bread crumbs 1 tsp. garlic powder 1/2 c. Za’atar spice blend 2 eggs, beaten with 1 Tablespoon water 1/2 c. all-purpose flour 1 1/2 lb. boneless skinless chicken cutlets, pounded thin Salt and a lot of freshly ground black pepper Coconut or vegetable oil Cherry…
Read MorePinningMe – developed out of grief, now delivering hope
Wearing a pin that says you’ve been vaccinated with a map of Rhode Island is almost more eye-catching than wearing a mask. The question that’s on everyone’s mind – have you gotten “the shots”? – “are you vaccinated”? First it was more out of curiosity as to who was quick enough to grab a rare…
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