Archive for June 2021
It’s Sour Grapes! – Tim Jones
by Tim Jones, RI 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,…
Read MoreBishop Tobin dedicates new Mausoleum TODAY – features stained glass from closed churches
A Dedication of Saints Peter & Paul Mausoleum in Cranston will be held TODAY, Saturday, June 19th at 11a.m. by Bishop Tobin. Most Rev. Thomas J. Tobin, Bishop of Providence, will dedicate a new, 22,000-square-foot mausoleum at Saint Ann’s Cemetery in Cranston. Modeled after the historic Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul in Providence, the…
Read MoreJuneteenthRI TODAY – Ann Clanton
by Ann Clanton, “Stand-Up” feature writer Flag Raising and recording artist Raiche headlined return of JuneteenthRI Summer is heating up and with it, many of us are heading to the local park or a neighbor’s backyard to fire up the grill, and spend time with friends and family. Another hallmark of summer’s arrival for many…
Read MoreYour RI Weather Today – June 18, 2021
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist High pressure begins to retreat to the east, bringing winds around from the southwest and with them warmer but still dry air, so mugginess will not be an issue. Morning lows in the upper 50’s warm to the low 80’s by afternoon with those southwesterly breezes. Maybe a few drops after…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 18 June 21 – John A. Cianci
RI Veterans: Did You Know? by John A Cianci, Department Veterans Service Officer, Italian American War Veterans (ITAM) Free America the Beautiful Passes to National Parks for Veterans and Gold Star Families Did you know the National Park Service since Veterans Day 2020, Gold Star Families and US military veterans are eligible to receive…
Read MoreRicky De Los Santos brings strong Pawtucket ties to “Thriller at the Stadium” – John Cardullo
by John Cardullo, sportswriter The road to where he began to where he is now is all too familiar for many that came before him and many fails along the way, but for Pawtucket’s Ricky De Los Santos, will be one of the fighters that will be on top of the card in the upcoming…
Read MoreRib Eye Steak, driveway herbs, mushroom gorgonzola flan – Anthony Salemme
By Anthony Salemme, chef A perfect meal for Father’s Day, whether you are celebrating or just feel like a steak. 4 12-ounce ribeye, at room temperature 3 cloves of garlic, sliced 3 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon of cracked black pepper 1 teaspoon of fresh rosemary chopped fine 1 teaspoon of fresh…
Read MoreCVS ExtraCare, ExtraBucks Rewards changing
Photo: Jimmy Kimmel and former CVS executive, Helena Foulkes, in famous skit about length of CVS receipts CVS Pharmacy, the retail division of CVS Health today announced its long-standing, popular and free ExtraCare® Rewards loyalty program is paying 2% back in ExtraBucks rewards moments after nearly every transaction, rather than being paid out on a…
Read MoreNovavax vaccine 90-100% effective for COVID-19
Novavax COVID-19 Vaccine Demonstrates 90% Overall Efficacy and 100% Protection Against Moderate and Severe Disease in PREVENT-19 Phase 3 Trial 93% efficacy against predominantly circulating Variants of Concern and Variants of Interest 91% efficacy in high-risk populations 100% efficacy against variants “not considered Variants of Concern/Interest” All COVID-19 hospitalizations/death occurred in the placebo group Company…
Read MoreYour RI Weather Today – June 15, 2021
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Cold front moves offshore but not before squeezing millions of gallons of water out of the sky through the afternoon. Fairly muggy and wet conditions with morning lows in the mid 60’s and matching dew points, warming to afternoon highs in the mid to upper 70’s before the cold front passes…
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