Archive for December 2022
Burn with Kearns: Agility for total mobility – Kevin Kearns
By Kevin Kearns, contributing writer There is no doubt in my mind after working in the field of strength and conditioning for over 30 years, that everyone needs agility. Whether you are a UFC fighter, weekend warrior, or child on the soccer field, you need to be able to move. Those movements need to be…
Read MoreDiocese steps into center of circle to Rhode Islanders in need, where it’s always been
Dispensing charity – Serving those in need – Advocating for justice Every winter, they are there for people in Rhode Island. This year, the use of their homeless shelter for men, Emmanuel House, has positioned the Diocese of Providence at the forefront of social services to those in need. Somewhat off the grid, and not…
Read MoreThe answer to homelessness begins at home – Michael Morse
By Michael Morse, contributing writer, commentary Give the homeless a home and you will have a person who leaves that home in search of the substances that created the homelessness. Put the homeless person addicted to intoxicating substances into a treatment facility funded by tax dollars and staffed with well compensated staff and far better…
Read MoreHomeless in RI: Armory opens, State House eviction holds up in court
Amos House was approved to operate the Cranston Street Armory Warming Station, and with the assistance of the RI National Guard, the facility opened last night at 5pm, prepared to accept approximately 50 people. “Amos House has been a strong, dedicated partner and we look forward to working with them on the Cranston Street Armory…
Read MoreRI Weather for Dec. 16, 2022 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist A wound-up low pressure system passes through the area with rain and gusty northeasterly winds all day, some heavier bouts of rain during the midday hours. A bit warm with morning lows in the low 40’s rising to the mid 40’s, so the precip type will be in the form of…
Read MoreCentral Boys Basketball gets RI season off to a running start – John Cardullo
by John Cardullo, sportswriter Photos: Michelle Rawcliffe, AD, Central High School For the Central Boys’ basketball team, a last second basket over the Barrington Eagles gets the 2022-23 season off to a running start! The start of the 2022-23 Boys’ basketball season was promoted as the season “Tip-off” celebration. Central was hosting the Barrington Eagles…
Read MoreState demands homeless information from Coalition. They say, “we don’t have it”
The feel-like temperature in Providence is 36 degrees – it will rain heavily throughout the day. The Cranston Street Armory will open its doors at 5pm TODAY. Thursday afternoon, the Rhode Island Secretary of Housing gave the Rhode Island Coalition to End Homelessness its marching orders to produce specific data by Monday, December 19th. This…
Read MoreHoliday Creative Computing Week 2022
The Episcopal Diocese of Rhode Island and the Rhode Island Computer Museum are collaborating on a Holiday Creative Computing Week to be held every afternoon, December 26 – December 30, from 1-4 p.m., at St. Paul’s Church, 55 Main Street in Wickford. This FREE family friendly event has something for everyone to enjoy. No sign-ups…
Read MoreVietnamese Shaking Beef – Chef Alison Mountford
By Alison Mountford, contributing chef QUICK TIPS – This dish is inspired by a Vietnamese classic. It’s a little decadent so I always make it around the holidays; and don’t skimp on the butter! The key to color is caramelization over high heat. You’ll sizzle and smoke and get flavor in that sear. Serves 4.…
Read MoreRI Weather for Dec. 15, 2022 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Gradual increase in thickening and lowering cloud cover precedes the next storm system currently spinning about over the central US. We’ll eventually see rain by midnight Friday that will carry through the night with varying intensity. Morning lows around 30 rise to the low 40’s with light northeasterly breezes gusting to…
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