Archive for May 2021
Your RI Weather Today – May 14, 2021
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist A near repeat of yesterday with afternoon cumulus cloud development in response to the still present weak trough of low pressure over the area. Warm afternoon temps with highs in the mid 70’s from morning lows in the upper 40’s and a light southwesterly breeze.
Read MoreFriday Fishing Tips – May 14, 2021 – Jeff Gross
by Jeff Gross, contributing writer Well, Mother Nature is producing some decent springtime weather, finally, and the fish are responding in kind. Trout are active in a lot of places; only you need to work for them. However, it is worth the time. Years ago, trout of 10-11″ were average with a 14″ trout very rare…
Read MoreBREAKING: CDC – We have longed for this day. For those fully vaccinated… “a stunning announcement”.
This is a developing story… The president spoke at about 3:45pm In a statement that took everyone by surprise, including national media, and the press event being held by the Governor of Rhode Island and his team who read it on their cell phones… From the CDC… Once you are two weeks out from your…
Read MoreAsparagus with Gribiche Sauce – Anthony Salemme
By Anthony Salemme, contributing chef Serves 4 Fresh local asparagus is abundant right now, especially at Fourtown Farm in Seekonk, MA A light complete meal or serve it as a side dish with grilled fish or chicken. 1 ½ pounds fresh Asparagus, ends trimmed and peeled about 1 ½ inches off bottom. Place asparagus spears…
Read MoreA story of the times… 2021, real estate market pandemonium – Emilio DiSpirito
By Emilio DiSpirito, Realtor and owner of Engel & Völkers Rhode Island It’s easy to get caught up in the latest trends of music, clothing, cars and pop culture in general. America, for decades now has largely been influenced by mass media that pushes the appeal of “what everyone else is doing” or, “keeping up…
Read MoreYour RI Weather Today – May 13, 2021
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Winds die down somewhat as low pressure moves further into the north Atlantic. Some cloud cover around the leftover mid level trough, but nothing in the way of rain should occur, just high-based fair weather cumulus clouds during the afternoon. Morning lows in the mid 40’s rise to the mid and…
Read MoreIt’s Yappy Hour at Garden City
It’s Yappy Hour at Garden City Center on Sun, May 16th from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm. You and your pup deserve to pawty. Join us for our very first Yappy Hour with treats and fun times for humans and pups, outdoors on our spacious Gazebo green. The Deets: – Enjoy sweet treats for both…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did You Know? – 13 May 21 – John A. Cianci
by John A Cianci, Department Veterans Service Officer, Italian American War Veterans (ITAM) “Eligible Veteran, survivors, or child of a deceased veteran could be eligible for a VA monthly pension” Veterans Benefits… Did you know? The VA provides non-service-connected pension for veterans, survivors, or child of deceased veteran with low incomes and who are over…
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 MoreMcCoy Stadium pinch-hits as a walk-up, drive-up vaccination site
On Wednesday, May 12th the City of Pawtucket, in partnership with the Rhode Island National Guard and Rhode Island Medical Reserve Corps Disaster Medical Assistance Team (DMAT), will be opening a Walk-Up, Drive-Up Vaccination site at McCoy Stadium. “Our goal is to provide accessible drive up and walk-up vaccinations for those who still need to get…
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