Archive for April 2021
Your RI Weather Today – April 27, 2021
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist A rather uneventful day, which is a plus in it’s uneventfulness! Lots of sun under some scattered high cloud cover. Morning lows in the low 40’s and afternoon temps in the upper 60’s will not feel like the 40’s because of wild gusts. A weak warm front well to the northwest…
Read MoreUS Census results: RI’s 2 Representatives are – SAFE!
With a few reporters from outside the New England area remarking on how Rhode Island was widely expected to lose one seat in the house due to our population decrease, the US Census results showed differently. The US, taken as a whole, showed 7 states losing 1 representative and 6 states gaining 1, plus Texas…
Read MoreThe Conceal/Reveal Mask Installation
Face mask art celebrates creativity and protection against COVID-19 An exhibition of artwork in the shape of a face mask is now on display at the Atrium Gallery on the main floor of the state’s Administration Building, One Capitol Hill, Providence. The Conceal/Reveal Mask Installation was created during the pandemic and presents a mix of…
Read MoreNew URI President taking lead at a pivotal time
Now that the selection has been completed and Dr. Marc Parlange has been named URI’s next President, we take a moment to get to know him more. He is expected to be on-campus in the summertime. Parlange and his wife, Mary, who is a writer, have two children, Brendan and Luc. Here is a message…
Read MorePeace for Pay – Mary T. O’Sullivan
By Mary T. O’Sullivan, MSOL “The rate of change is not going to slow down any time soon.” – John Kotter The W.L. Gore Company’s (of Gortex fame) uses a “lattice” or no hierarchy model of business. It’s attractive for all the right reasons, but most large organizations operate quite differently. There is usually a…
Read MoreYour RI Weather Today – April 26, 2021
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist High pressure tries to build in behind frontal system responsible for yesterday’s rain, so northwesterly winds as a result will be elevated through the day, gusting into the 30-40 mph range. We’ll have plenty of wind driven sunshine, if that’s a thing. Morning lows around 40 will rise to afternoon highs…
Read MoreOur Networking Pick of the Week – Central RI Chamber of Commerce
Join your associates for a ZOOM Leads Luncheon with the dynamic Central Chamber of Commerce on Friday, April 30th at noon. Expand your connections from the comfort of your own home or office. And – you do not have to bring a lead. Come share your “60 second commercial” to help others better understand what…
Read MoreGimme’ Shelter – Meet Travie!
Hi there! I was found in a turned-over trash can paralyzed with fear because I had never been outside before. I was wearing a new collar but no one came for me which made me sad. I am making friends here, and I was recently neutered, so I am feeling much better! I might be…
Read More“In the Arena” – Bob Russell, Providence Downtown Improvement District
Each week Joe Paolino, Jr. interviews people of interest on his program, “In The Arena”. The show airs at 7am on Sundays on ABC6. This week his guest is Bob Russell, interim executive director of the Providence Downtown Improvement District. They talk about what the District does to keep downtown safe, clean, and ready for…
Read MoreLittle Free Libraries – newest in Cranston’s Garden City
The management of Garden City (shopping) center has decided to celebrate reading and created their very own “Little Free Library” in the center. Poised between Avvio and Jos. A. Bank, and near the corporate offices of GCC, the little library was stocked with books for children this week, though it will have books for all…
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