Archive for September 2022
RI Weather for September 23, 2022 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist A noticeable change in air behind the cold front as Fall roars into town., High pressure builds from the west and drags Canadian air into our area. Highs for the day struggle to reach the upper 50’s after morning lows fall to the mid 40’s. Winds begin shifting from northwesterly to…
Read MoreGriefSPEAK: The choice to heal – Dr. Mari Nardolillo Dias
By: Mari Nardolillo Dias, contributing writer “You don’t heal from the loss of a loved one because time passes, you heal because of what you do with the time.” (Carole Crandall) The quote above reflects the motto and mantra of Deborah Manzo McDonald. She lost her adult son and her husband within a 5-year span and…
Read MoreOutdoors in RI: Archery in the Schools & Bowhunting in Rhode Island
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is pleased to announce the launch of the National Archery in the Schools Program. The National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP®) promotes instruction in international-style target archery as an in-school program for students in fourth grade through high school, typically taught as part of a Physical…
Read MoreNEW: Positive Aging Podcast with Patricia Raskin
New Podcast Positive Aging with Patricia Raskin Empowers, Educates, and Uplifts Active AgersLocal, National Experts on Aging Among Guests Announced Patricia Raskin, well known in Rhode Island for her podcasts and her past talk radio show on “positive aging” is undertaking a new venue to reach even more people with her message. With Rhode Island…
Read MorePawtucket: Tidewater, housing, schools, rail… Mayor Don Grebian & Joe Paolino, Jr.
Each week Joe Paolino, Jr. interviews a leader in Rhode Island. Last week he interviewed Pawtucket Mayor Grebian about the Tidewater soccer stadium, the “Apex” development and more ideas for the future. Grebian has lots of plans to discuss including a new school on the site of McCoy Stadium, and a focus on education in…
Read MoreRI Weather for September 22, 2022 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist A cold front moves through the area with rain beginning around 6am and lasting into the late afternoon. There’s the chance for some embedded thunderstorms in the mix, and with them some heavier downpours are possible, so watch for some localized street flooding. Muggy highs in the low 70’s and evening…
Read MoreOven Sweet Potato Fries – Alison Mountford
By Alison Mountford, contributing chef ACTIVE TIME – 10 TOTAL TIME – 25 SERVES – 4, as a side dish Intro – Whether you’re 8 or 68, sweet potato fries just hits the spot! These are easy to make, nutritious, and so colorful as a side dish to your favorite meal. 2 pounds garnet yam…
Read MoreRetooling esoteric design education to rebuild sustainable, beautiful cities – David Brussat
by David Brussat, Architecture Here and There, contributing writer Photo: Student at Hector Guimard high school learn stone carving to help restore Notre-Dame. (NPR) National Public Radio reported three years ago that the need for stone carvers to help restore the Cathedral of Notre-Dame, in Paris, following its fire in 2019, has caused schools teaching…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? (Disability benefits, events, discounts… ) 22-09-22 – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, Department Veterans Service Officer, Italian American War Veterans (ITAM) Understanding Federal and State Benefits for Veterans Rated 100 Percent Did you know if you are rated 100% VA disability P & T you are now eligible for no cost dental care? Did you know if you are rated 100% VA disability P &…
Read MoreBusiness Beat: Genoa Healthcare opens pharmacy at Wood River Health Services
Genoa Healthcare Opens New Pharmacy Within Wood River Health Services Hope Valley Location On August 9, 2022, Genoa Healthcare held its grand opening of a new on-site pharmacy located within Wood River Health Services’ Hope Valley facility. The new pharmacy provides Wood River Health’s patients with a convenient option for filling prescriptions where they receive…
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