Cultural arts/historic preservation grants for 42 Rhode Island projects open to public

January 18, 2022
The front of a theater with a sign that says stadium.

Grants Will Fund 42 Renovation, Repair and Program Expansion Projects Governor Dan McKee, the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts (RISCA) and the Rhode Island Historical Preservation & Heritage Commission (RIHPHC) jointly announced today the recipients of 24 State Cultural Facilities Grants and 18 State Preservation Grants. Together the projects represent some $2.28 million…

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Your RI Weather Today, Jan. 18, 2022 – John Donnelly

January 18, 2022
Tuesday weather map for new hampshire.

by John Donnelly, meteorologist Gradual clearing through the day as rather aggressive northwesterly winds chase away what’s left of yesterday’s inclement weather. Temperatures will range from afternoon highs around 30 to evening lows in the low 20’s, with the above mentioned winds gusting to 35+ mph. __ John Donnelly was born in Hialeah, Florida and…

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The tale of two home sellers – Who wins? Who loses? – Emilio DiSpirito

January 18, 2022
Businessman holding a house in his hands.

By Emilio DiSpirito, Realtor and Co-Owner of Engel & Volkers Rhode Island In the 90’s, it was believed that someone became an expert in their profession or passion after 10,000 hours, while according to Anders Ericsson of University of Florida, a world-renowned expert on peak performance and author of “Peak: The New Science of Expertise”,…

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URI hosts annual RI Food System Summit this week

January 18, 2022
A man pouring ice into a bucket on a boat.

University of Rhode Island to host 2022 food summit focused on innovation, sustainability, partnerships – Sixth Annual Rhode Island Food System Summit to be held Jan. 20, virtually. As the United States enters year three of the COVID-19 pandemic, one major takeaway has been how the pandemic revealed cracks in the nation’s food system infrastructure.…

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Diocese of Providence announces closure and merger of Woonsocket churches

January 17, 2022
Two pictures of a church with a steeple.

Due to a steady decline in the number of parishioners and sacramental activity resulting in a lack of parish community life; in response to the request of the pastor/administrator, trustees, and finance councils of both parishes; and after consulting with the diocesan College of Consultors, and the Council of Priests, Most Rev. Thomas J. Tobin,…

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Your RI Weather Today, Jan. 17, 2022 – John Donnelly

January 17, 2022
Martin luther king day forecast.

by John Donnelly, meteorologist Martin Luther King Day 1/17/22: A warm winter storm sweeps through the area early today, with moderate rain and high winds washing and blowing away the snow that fell overnight. Strong southeasterly winds gusting in excess of 50 mph will wreak a little havoc through early afternoon, yanking down weakened and…

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Networking Pick of the Week – free daily mentoring

January 17, 2022
A man in a blue shirt sits in front of a pot of orchids.

Yes, there are networking groups happening, but the COVID pandemic leaves us wanting to share what you can do from your home office – or office – without mingling with new people or people you don’t normally see. One great opportunity was shared by Jay White – and we’ll share it with you. Daily Mentoring…

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Why we need the values of The Enlightenment – Mary T. O’Sullivan

January 17, 2022
A man is giving a presentation to a group of people.

By Mary T. O’Sullivan, MSOL “We do not act rightly because we have virtue or excellence, but we rather have those because we have acted rightly” Aristotle 384-322 BC The scandals of Enron, WorldCom, Lehman Brothers and the subsequent Sarbanes-Oxley laws have driven the trend in culture towards a more value-based system of ethics and…

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