Archive for January 2023
RI Weather for January 6, 2023 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Low pressure deepens as it heads off the northeaster US coast, and will drive showers and light rain lasting from morning through early evening. Highs climb only to the upper 30’s bookended by mid 30’s in the morning and evening with a light breeze generally out of the north. There may…
Read MoreGriefSPEAK: A life of sighs, cont. – Mari Nardolillo Dias
By: Mari Nardolillo Dias Daniella 2022 (excerpt from “Life of Sighs” by Mari Dias. Cont’d) After decades of searching, always one step behind her throughout the entire continent of Europe, I finally found my Zia Frankie. I wonder if she knows that Mother suicided. I’m thinking as identical twins she must have experienced a shift…
Read MoreHomeless in RI: Pawtucket problem well known to city. Housing czar report. City updates.
Homelessness issue is not restricted to the capital city of Providence. In the last few days encampments have been taken down in Woonsocket and in Warwick. And talk has been happening about the long-standing homelessness issue in Pawtucket. Homelessness in Pawtucket Reports of “encampments” in Slater Park were clarified by the city’s Parks Director who…
Read MoreBusiness Beat: BankNewport’s “Kind Heart Fresh Start” for RI’s homeless
Drive Collects New Bedding and for Organizations Serving Rhode Island’s Homeless Population As part of its All In Giving program, BankNewport is pleased to announce that its “Kind Heart Fresh Start” drive to benefit organization’s serving Rhode Island’s homeless population resulted in the collection of hundreds of pieces new bedding, including pillows, pillowcases, pillow protectors,…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? (COLA, taxes, events…), 5-1-23 – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer on veterans issues We will start off with questions from our readers on the COLA increase and whether VA disability/compensation is taxable Who do I contact if I did not get the COLA increase on January 1, 2023? – Linda, Pascoag If you do not see a difference in…
Read MoreHomeless in RI: (update) 2 encampments cleared. Death of Woonsocket homeless man.
“Two weeks ago, we lost our first client of the year to overdose who was struggling with homelessness and addiction. This individual was a long-time resident, he was a son, a brother, he had ties to a local church, and he viewed Woonsocket as home,” said Benedict Lessing, Chief Executive Officer at Community Care Alliance,…
Read MoreHoppin’ John + Roast Chicken – Alison Mountford
By Alison Mountford, contributing chef QUICK TIPS – Hoppin’ John is a southern dish that symbolizes luck in the New Year. The black-eyed peas are meant to stand for pennies. INGREDIENTS 3 cup black-eyed peas (dried) 6 cup water 1 chicken, whole (about 3.5-4.25 pounds) .5 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon kosher salt .5 teaspoon…
Read MoreMastery Martial Arts donates 1,200 toys to children in need
Mastery Martial Arts students, family members, and instructors held a toy drive and participated in Wreaths Across America as a part of a volunteer initiative this holiday season. Mastery collected more than 1,200 toys for children in need across Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts. Donation bins were placed in all six Mastery locations in Cumberland,…
Read MoreRI Weather for January 5, 2022 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Low pressure system moves to our east with rain ending in the early morning, but mist and drizzle continue basically through the day under a low overcast. We’ll still manage a few degrees above normal for highs and lows, mid 40’s and mid 30’s expected with a light northerly breeze. ___…
Read MoreRon & Jen’s Great Escape – Jan. 4, 2023 – Ron St. Pierre and Jen Brien
by Ron St. Pierre & Jen Brien, contributing writers, commentary “Lean not on your own understanding” As soon as I heard the news about Damar Hamlin Tuesday morning, this Bible phrase came to my mind. “Lean not on your own understanding” is from Proverbs 3:5-6. In full, it actually reads: “Trust in the LORD with…
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