Archive for January 2022
Your RI Weekend Weather Wrap – Jan. 29/30, John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Saturday 1/29/22: Attach whatever hype you want to it, it’ll likely fit while it’s happening. A winter storm hits with blizzard conditions at times, which is defined as “sustained winds over 35 mph and visibility less than ¼ mile for at least three hours”. Portions of southeastern New England will see…
Read MoreTraditional design is healthier – David Brussat
by David Brussat, Architecture Here and There, contributing writer Photo: Six examples of traditional architectural design from around the world that incorporate an intuitive understanding of multiple fractals. (Classical Planning Institute) Without thinking much about it, most people prefer traditional architecture. Now it seems as if more detailed and ornamental styles of design for buildings…
Read MoreYour Coronavirus Update – Jan. 29, 2022
RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY Due to the winter storm, all state-run COVID-19 testing and vaccination sites will be closed on Saturday, January 29th. This includes the vaccination sites at Sockanosset Cross Road and the Rhode Island Convention Center, and all testing sites scheduled through portal.ri.gov. Additionally, the testing site at CCRI Warwick that normally operates 24 hours a…
Read MoreCentral Falls wins in Superior Court blocking massive Western Oil neighborhood expansion
This week, the City of Central Falls successfully blocked Western Oil from an expansion that would more than double the oil recycler’s operation, just yards away from families and residents in the city’s northwestern neighborhood, in close proximity to Valley Falls Pond. “I am thrilled that the Superior Court upheld the decision of our Zoning…
Read MoreYour RI Weather Today, Jan. 28, 2022 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist A weak cold front will do little more than reinforce the cool air in place and provide a base for the upcoming storm to utilize. We’ll see the first action from the storm later on in the evening with the first flakes drifting down around 9 pm. Conditions will quickly turn…
Read MoreUPDATED: “Wicked Big” Snowstorm (aka, Bomb Cyclone – Snowpocalypse, Bombogenesis) is here.
by Nancy Thomas This is a developing story…and will be updated throughout the storm. Bomb Cyclone – Snowmageddon -Snowpocalypse – Bombogenesis. What’s the definition? Think of it as a snowstorm with hurricane power. That about says it and at this point ALL forecasters are in agreement. If you drive (and just don’t until at least…
Read MoreHeating Assistance available from the RI Good Neighbor Energy Fund
As winter temperatures continue to drop, the sponsoring energy companies of the Rhode Island Good Neighbor Energy Fund and its administrator, United Way of Rhode Island, encourage households facing economic hardship to apply for home heating assistance through the Fund. Those in need can determine their eligibility for assistance by contacting their local Community Action…
Read MoreWhat parents think about masks, vaccinations, education – the Rhode Island Educational Survey
The Bryant University Hassenfeld Institute for Public Leadership conducted a survey of Rhode Island parents and their feelings about their children’s education, safety and concerns. The Rhode Island Educational Survey was executed by Fleming & Associates. Here are the overall findings. Gary Sasse, founding director of the Institute, has said that this study reveals a…
Read MoreGriefSPEAK: Happy Birthday, Bobby – Mari Nardolillo Dias
By: Mari Nardolillo Dias “If you’re lost you can look and you will find me, time after time” (Cyndi Lauper) Tuesday, January 25th was my brother Bobby’s 68th birthday – his first in heaven. Only six months since his sudden and untimely death. My plan was to bring a butterfly on a wire (so it…
Read MoreOff-season Weekend Round-Up – Jeff Gross
By Jeff Gross, contributing writer The Amherst Train show is a go! The show will operate regardless of snowfall. Supposedly, Springfield is going to receive 4-7 inches. Basically, a dusting for us New Englanders. So, kick in the 4WD or your AWD, as we will be there! No 4WD to get there on Saturday, then…
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