Archive for January 2023
RI Weather for January 30, 2023 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Cloud cover eventually thins out by days end as the weak cold front passe through, long since running out of steam after exhausting itself over the midwestern US. We’ll have warmer than normal temperatures, following the mild winter pattern, with highs in the upper 40’s from morning lows in the low…
Read MoreRhode Island KIDS COUNT report on race, ethnic disparities in maternal, infant, child health
Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Maternal, Infant, and Young Children’s Health in Rhode Island Currently, there is a maternal health crisis both nationally and in Rhode Island. Beyond that, there are unacceptable and persistent disparities in maternal, infant, and child health outcomes by race and ethnicity. Rhode Island KIDS COUNT will release its newest publication, Racial…
Read MoreBusiness Beat: Sue Silva joins Engel & Völkers as Real Estate Advisor
Luxury Rhode Island real estate brokerage gains award-winning advisor Engel & Völkers of East Greenwich announced today that Sue Silva has joined its brokerage as a real estate advisor, bringing more than 30 years of industry experience to this new role. Sue has a decorated background in the real estate industry. She has received the…
Read MoreDust – a short story by Michael Fine
By Michael Fine, contributing writer Copyright © 2022 Michael Fine This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, places, events, locales, and incidents are either the products of the author’s imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. Dust comes from…
Read MoreIn the Arena – with Gov. Dan McKee
Each week Joe Paolino, Jr. interviews leaders in Rhode Island. Last week the interview was with Gov. Dan McKee. They talk many issues such as ARPA funds, the State of the State address, sales tax and car tax, housing, the appointment of Stefan Pryor and the budget and authority he has been given. They go…
Read MoreAccelerated bachelor’s to master’s for URI Landscape Architecture program
Master’s in Environmental Science and Management to include specialization in Environmental Design and Planning The University of Rhode Island’s Department of Landscape Architecture is excited to announce that it will offer a new accelerated bachelor’s to master’s program beginning in the fall 2023 semester. This program will allow students with a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture…
Read MoreGimme’ Shelter – Comfort is at the Providence Animal Control Center
They call me Friendly, Affectionate, and Gentle – I’m Comfort and I was found on the street but taken in by a nice person who took me to the vet where I came up feline leukemia positive, and then I was turned over to PAC because of my status…. It’s sad because I would be…
Read MoreRI Weather for January 29, 2023 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Abnormal warmth continues for another day, high reaching into the upper 40’s from morning lows in the low 30’s with a wind shifted to southerly gusting to 25 mph. Cloud cover thickens and eventually leads to some light afternoon and early evening showers over the area as a weak front develops…
Read MoreMagical moments at Animal Rescue Rhode Island
Photo: Zena, ARRI Animal Rescue Rhode Island (ARRI) is dedicated to rescuing companion animals in need and to the humane welfare of homeless animals. We exist as a model rescue organization focused on achieving compassionate and responsible care for all companion animals through programming, education, and forward-thinking for animal welfare. Because of the community’s support…
Read MoreRI Weekend Weather Wrap – Jan 28/29, 2023 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Saturday 1/28/23: Mostly clear skies early in the day give way to some scattered afternoon cloud cover, but should mot be energetic enough to produce anything in the way of rain. A southerly component to the wind will help afternoon high temperatures reach into the upper 40’s from morning lows in…
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