Archive for January 2023
Pawtucket-Central Falls Transit Center opening with train ride from Providence
Photo: RIDOT The opening of the Pawtucket-Central Falls Transit Center will open Monday, January 23rd, with festivities starting at 9am as dignitaries ride the train from Providence Station to the ribbon cutting event which begins at 10am. They will join federal, state and local officials to celebrate the opening and first day of service for…
Read MoreGimme’ Shelter – Cosmo at the Providence Animal Control Center
cat for adoption in Providence
Read MoreBusiness Beat: Benjamin Lescault, 3rd generation of leadership at Grace Barker Health
Grace Barker Health, a skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, assisted living and adult day health provider located in Warren, announces that Benjamin Lescault, MSHCA, LNHA, ALRA has been promoted to administrator. The announcement was made by Mark and Mary Beth Lescault, co-owners of Grace Barker Health. At age 26, Mr. Lescault is one of the youngest,…
Read MoreRI Weather for January 22, 2023 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Low pressure developing over the southeastern US gradually makes progress with some overrunning rain ahead of the storm’s warm front on our doorstep by late afternoon/early evening. Before then cloud cover will thicken during the day as temps rise to the low 40’s from morning lows in the mid and upper…
Read MoreMythbusting COVID – Nick Landekic
by Nick Landekic, special to RINewsToday There is a great deal of confusion, misunderstanding, and outright disinformation circulating about COVID. It’s costing people their lives. Here are some common myths and the realities behind them. Myth #1: The pandemic is over. Reality: The COVID pandemic is not over. Over 254,000 Americans died of COVID last…
Read MoreART! Providence Art Club new exhibition opening reception, January 22
The Galleries of the historic Providence Art Club will host celebratory receptions to open three new exhibitions on Sunday, January 22. The galleries will be open from 12-4pm and light refreshments will be served from 2-4pm. Artists will be on hand to discuss their work at this event, which is free and open to the…
Read MoreBurn with Kearns: To Cross Fit or Not to Cross Fit – that’s the question for the 40+ guy – Kevin Kearns
By Kevin Kearns, contributing writer I have to hand it to cross fit – they are great getting people off their asses and in the gym. There’s one on just about every corner, or at least there used to be. I want to say one thing before we go any further – no exercise is…
Read MoreA 2A update – Jeff Gross
by Jeff Gross, contributing writer, commentary As the New Year is rolling along so are the lawsuits that look to protect the Second Amendment (2A). At last count there are 16 total magazine ban or Modern Sporting Rifle lawsuits in the US and that number is still growing, though some cases are being consolidated to save…
Read MoreRI Weekend Weather for Jan. 21/22, 2023 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Saturday 1/21/23: A day in between weather systems, the worst part of the day will be some cloud cover early before partially clearing under the influence of fleeting high pressure to our north. Morning lows in the mid 20’s rise to the upper 30’s with a light northerly breeze. Sunday 1/22/23: …
Read MoreOutdoors in RI: Winter Birding
Photo: The Ovenbird Walk the trails and visit the forest and pond at Powder Mill Ledges in Smithfield looking for signs of winter birds. Learn tips for identifying look a-likes and providing areas for winter resident bird feeding. Bring binoculars, bundle up for the weather and wear sturdy, warm footwear. Face masks and social distancing…
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