Archive for July 2021
Gimme’ Shelter – Ernest belongs to ____
Normally we post cats and dogs at Animal Control that end up there surrendered, found, brought in by public servants, etc. – but Ernest definitely has been somebody’s kitty! He was found in the 02909 area of Providence – which is in the Mt. Pleasant, Olneyville, area – so he could have come from outside…
Read MoreDiscover Beautiful Rhode Island – Jason Michalski
by Jason Michalski, photographer “The devil whispered in the warriors ear – ‘You can’t handle the storm..’The warrior replied – “ I am the storm!” You can become whoever and whatever you want in life. Do not let life’s struggles wear you down to the point your heart is too heavy . Learn to let…
Read MorePresident: Facebook is killing people. Zuckerberg: He’s looking for scapegoats…
Facebook wasn’t going to take accusations from the President that “it’s killing people” lightly – and Saturday brought a vociferous response from Mark Zuckerberg and the company. In a spontaneous moment on Friday, President Biden walked up to a reporters’ line when asked about Facebook – and in response to the question, “What’s the message…
Read MoreIn the Arena – John Igliozzi, Providence City Council President
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 Providence City Council president, John Igliozzi. They talk about Providence, the intricacies of the budget, crime in Providence, dangerous bike lanes and scooters, lack of safety…
Read MoreRI Weekend Weather Wrap – July 17/18, 2021 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Saturday 7/17/21: A frontal boundary developing to our west will attempt an approach during the day, but most likely hanging back until the overnight hours where the best chance of rain will be. We could still see some light showers develop along what’s left of yesterday’s energy. Some coastal mist again…
Read MoreTO WORK: DATTCO expands School Bus service in Rhode Island – drivers, monitors, aides wanted
What started as a single bus route by founder Louis DeVivo in 1924, DATTCO, and officially established in 1949, is now a third-generation, family-owned business. Today, DATTCO is one of the region’s largest private school bus contractors, employing over 1,600 people. The company is headquartered in New Britain, Connecticut, but has multiple offices, terminals, and…
Read MoreDoctor! Doctor! – Organizing information for those you love – Harris N. Hershey Rosen
by Harris N. “Hershey” Rosen, contributing writer, author A friend of mine was suddenly taken ill and was on her way to the emergency department of the local hospital, per her doctor’s instructions, after a speedy phone call. She left a note on the kitchen table for her daughter which said – call my doctor’s…
Read MoreRhode Island couple featured on Shark Week – TODAY
Wildlife cinematography and scientific research shark experts Joe and Lauren Romeiro to appear on Discovery Channel show to advance discovery of this mysterious marine species. Joe and Lauren Romeiro are no strangers to shark filled waters. This well-respected wildlife film team from Rhode Island have no problem diving into the ocean depths to get up…
Read MoreFriday Fishing Tips – Jeff Gross
by Jeff Gross, feature writer Photo: Brady & fish With the fish biting well from Maine to Pennsylvania, it is time to mention an often-overlooked aspect of fishing. Having more than 1 fishing rod in possession. It is always the case in this writer’s life that if something can break or go wrong it will. …
Read MoreYour RI Weather Today, July 16, 2021 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Another hot and humid day with a foggy beginning to coastal areas, some mist reaching a few miles inland in and around the suburbs. Temps in the afternoon most likely crack 90 from morning lows in the low 70’s with more southwesterly breezes. Some late day thunderstorms could form well inland…
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