Archive for October 2021
RI Captains of the PALCUS “Make Portuguese Count” in the 2020 US Census honored
The Make Portuguese Count Rhode Island Captains were recognized at the Appreciation of Rhode Island Census RI Captains of the PALCUS Make Portuguese Count in the 2020 US Census Campaign were on hand at a thank you reception hosted by Senators Jack Reed (RI-D) and Sheldon Whitehouse (RI-D) and Congressmen Jim Langevin (RI-2, D) and…
Read MoreGimme’ Shelter – Chilly from Philly
Cat for adoption! Meet Chilly from Philly/ Hi there! I am a big boy at 17 lbs. and I am 9 years old! I am a great guy who came to PAC when my owner became ill. I am originally from Philadelphia, how cool is that? I have always lived solo, so not sure how…
Read MoreBradley Hospital Virtual Conference open to public – Suicide Prevention & Response
Photo: Bradley Hospital The Bradley Conference Fall 2021 series is grant-supported by the Rhode Island Department of Health Violence and Injury Prevention Program and focuses on Suicide Prevention and Response. Suicide: Prevention, Screening and Response Training for the General Public Every 11 minutes, someone in the United States dies by suicide. Suicide is a preventable public…
Read MoreModerna, Johnson & Johnson Boosters available now – Mix & Match OK
Moderna, Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine Boosters Now Available; Recommendations Allow Individuals to Choose Type of Vaccine for Booster Dose Governor Dan McKee and the Rhode Island Department of Health announced today that Moderna and Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) COVID-19 vaccine boosters are now available and recommended as follows: Moderna A single booster dose of…
Read MoreRhodes-on-the-Pawtuxet’s pilings crumbling. Restrictions in place during repairs.
Photo: City of Cranston Just when special events were getting back on everyone’s calendars, serious structural damage was found at Rhodes-on-the-Pawtuxet in Cranston, an iconic gathering spot for large events from weddings to expos and business and nonprofit functions. Pilings that go into the ground at the Pawtuxet River – see photo, above – have…
Read MoreYour RI Weekend Weather Wrap – Oct. 23/24, 2021 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Saturday 10/23/21: An upper level low will churn over eastern Canada around which a series of weak fronts will roll through New England. Some showers organize offshore during the day, but stay out to sea, sparing us the wetness. We’ll have an afternoon high in the low 60’s following a…
Read MoreTODAY – National Prescription Drug Take Back Day – 10am to 2pm
Today is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day – The DEA’s Take Back Day events provide an opportunity for Americans to prevent drug addiction and overdose deaths. The event will be held nationwide from 10am to 2pm Saturday. The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day addresses a crucial public safety and public health issue. According…
Read MoreWinter Wellness event Sunday at Urban Greens Co-Op
Learn how to support your immune system with acupuncture, herbs, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, nutrition and more. Talks, demos, food, Q & A, raffle will be held Sunday from 3 to 6pm at the Urban Greens Co-Op on Cranston Street in Providence. Information on supporting your immune system through the cold weather in the traditions…
Read MoreRI avoids contempt charge with plan for adults with developmental disabilities – a lot of work ahead – Gina Macris
by Gina Macris, Developmental Disabilities News The Chief Judge of the U.S. District Court welcomed Rhode Island’s action plan to turn around the lives of adults with developmental disabilities, saying in a hearing Oct. 20 that the state has taken “historic and comprehensive” measures to set it on a path to comply with a 2014…
Read MoreGriefSpeak: Mediums – Truth or Fiction – Mari Nardolillo Dias
by Mari Nardolillo Dias Angela has been meeting with a medium since her husband passed. He (Charlie) often “comes through” and speaks of memories and experiences that the medium could not possibly be aware of. Last week, Angela’s medium said Charles was asking about their twins, now adults. The medium was not aware that Angela…
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