Archive for August 2022
In the Arena: Joe Paolino talks with Jim Hummel
Each week Joe Paolino, Jr. talks with leaders in Rhode Island on issues of the day. This week Paolino talks with Jim Hummel. Hummel writes for the Providence Journal, has a political show on RI PBS, and is famous for his Hummel Report, investigating happenings in the state and prognosticating on political and government matters…
Read MorePawtucket Veterans Council holds Victory Day ceremony TODAY
The Pawtucket Veterans Council and the City of Pawtucket will hold a ceremony for Victory Day 2022. The event will take place TODAY – Monday, August 8th at 11:00AM at the Pawtucket Veterans Memorial located on corner of Exchange and Roosevelt (175 Roosevelt Ave, Pawt). Mayor Grebien will participate in the wreath laying ceremony. John…
Read MorePost-COVID Healthy Living: program for providers in hospitals, medical centers – Mary T. O’Sullivan
by Mary T. O’Sullivan MSOL – contributing writer on business leadership “Good health is not something we can buy. However, it can be an extremely valuable savings account.” Anne Wilson Schaef Over the past five years, and specifically in the post-COVID era, many medical centers have experienced increasing health care costs, illness-related absenteeism, and challenges in…
Read MoreRI Weather for August 8, 2022 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist The heat pump will remain on at least for another day with afternoon highs in the low 90’s from morning lows in the upper 70’s. The southwesterly breeze will gust towards 30 mph. Some afternoon convection will likely fire well to our northwest, but we should only see the tops of…
Read MoreAllan Fung “once in a lifetime opportunity” says Minority Leader McCarthy
Photo: from NBC10 video of interview of McCarthy by Gene Valicenti US Representative Kevin McCarthy (R-CA), House Minority Leader, was in Rhode Island to help the campaign of former Mayor Allan Fung, who is running for Congress in District 2 for Rhode Island. Fung is the unopposed Republican candidate for the office. McCarthy attended a…
Read MoreVictory Day dinner for RI World War II Veterans TODAY – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, Department Veterans Service Officer, Italian American War Veterans (ITAM) The Italian American War Veterans of the United States, Inc., and the War Tribute Car Cruise committee are hosting a FREE dinner for local World War II veterans and their guest at Perella’s Ristorante, 311 Metacom Ave, Warren RI starting at 3:00PM TODAY. “Honoring and paying tribute…
Read MoreRI candidates for Governor spotlight senior issues at forum – Herb Weiss
By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues Gubernatorial Candidates Put Spotlight on Rhode Island’s Fragmented LTC Continuum Last week, hundreds of seniors and aging advocates gathered at East Providence High School to learn more about aging policy positions from 6 Rhode Island Gubernatorial candidates. Many more watched virtually as the event was streamed online.…
Read MoreWe are more than revenue producers – Michael Morse
by Michael Morse, contributing writer Healthcare systems and EMS, worldwide, are in crisis. Hospitals are full, wait times for an ambulance reach hours, people languish in hallways waiting for a room. The people taking care of the people are tired, disillusioned and angry, and leaving their profession in droves. Co-pays, specialist visits and medication are…
Read MoreIt’s National Health Center Week – serving a critical role in our cities/towns
RAISING AWARENESS ABOUT COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS National Health Center Week 2022 will be celebrated August 7 to 13. The goal of the annual event is to raise public awareness about Health Centers such as Wood River Health Services and the critical services they provide in their communities. Community Health Centers serve and care for people…
Read MoreTop Story of the Week: Top 10 dog-friendly beaches in Rhode Island
Veterinarians.org publish a list of the most dog-friendly beaches – Although it’s the smallest state in the US, Rhode Island is known for big fun in the conversations of traveling pet owners. It’s a pet-friendly destination in New England with everything from pet-friendly accommodations to dog parks. But the best part is taking advantage of…
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