Archive for July 2022
Shovels in the ground for Topgolf in Cranston – company says it’s Topgolf Providence “for now”
Over 4 years since the first mention of a giant golf and entertainment venue was mentioned, and delayed by significant community concerns – and a pandemic – it was a perfect weather day yesterday, July 27th – for the ceremonial hard hat and shovels into the dirt ceremony in a huge graded dirt field behind…
Read MoreBlessing of the Fleet weekend in Galilee
Photo: Narragansett Lions Club The Narragansett Lions Club held its first Blessing of the Fleet in the summer of 1972. Back in 1972, this was a 1-day event held in Galilee. Over the years, it grew into a beloved 2-day festival that includes a certified road race, a festive parade of boats, food, live music,…
Read MoreRI Weather for July 28, 2022 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Muggies return ahead of a warm front moving in from the west, with some light morning showers possible, and also a bout of late afternoon/evening showers, too, but confidence in either of these timeframes is low. We’ll stay out of the 90’s, but highs in the mid 80’s teamed up with…
Read MoreHistorically Black, Divine Nine holds unity celebration – Ann-Allison Clanton
By Ann-Allison Clanton, contributing writer Photo: Members of Providence Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. The event was hosted by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc Last Saturday on one of the steamiest days on record, Theta Psi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated invited their fellow “Divine Nine” members to join in a “Day…
Read MoreRI Weather for July 27, 2022 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Dry air remains in place with high cloud cover north of a frontal boundary well south of New England. High peak in the mid 80’s from morning lows in the low 60’s and a light westerly breeze ____ John Donnelly was born in Hialeah, Florida and moved back to Rhode Island…
Read MoreART! The World Between Time at IMAGO, Warren
Photo: Silver Cup and Pear Original 14″ by 17″ (with frame) Available as giclée – Dennis Delomba On display now through August 14th is “The World Between Time” at Imago Foundation for the Arts at 36 Market Street in Warren, RI. Open Thursday 3-6, Friday and Saturday 12 – 6, and Sunday 12 – 4,…
Read MoreRon & Jen’s Great Escape – 7-27-22 – Ron St. Pierre and Jen Brien
by Ron St. Pierre and Jen Brien, commentary Fall has officially arrived Yep. True story. Today I was cruising through Walmart and BAM! There it was! In all of its glory – HALLOWEEN CANDY! Am I the only one who’s thrilled that we are inching away from temps that give us a glimpse into hell?!…
Read MoreFamily Archery in Charlestown
Photo: from Charlestown Citizens Website The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service with support from the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management is now offering a FREE Archery day this month. The event will be held on Friday, July 29th, 10am to 1pm at the Kettle Pond Archery Range in Charlestown. They will be supplying all…
Read MoreIt’s Sour Grapes – Tim Jones
by Timothy Jones, 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, Massachusetts,…
Read MoreIn the news…. today
RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY Tidewater Landing soccer stadium and development was approved to move forward – the Governor issued a joint statement with the Mayor of Pawtucket in support of the project. The vote was a tie – with Gov. McKee casting the tie-breaking vote. Work on the Lighthouse Hotel property in Galilee has been…
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