Archive for February 2023
UPDATED: Sports in RI: PC Women’s Head Basketball Coach, Jim Crowley – John Cardullo
by John Cardullo, sportswriter Photo: Providence College athletics Update: On March 7th, Providence College announced Coach Crowley and the college have agreed to part company – not quite 1 month from when this article was written. In a statement to the Providence Journal, Crowley said, “I want to thank the administration for giving me the…
Read MoreKale Pesto Pasta with Walnuts – Alison Mountford
By Alison Mountford, contributing chef INGREDIENTS 1 bunch kale 1/3 cup parmesan 1⁄4 cup walnuts 4 cloves garlic 1 lemon 1 package soba noodles Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Coarsely chop the kale, except for the very thick ends at the bottom (you can toss those out). Plunge the kale into…
Read MoreThe emergency of non-emergency care – Michael Morse
Driving people to the emergency room for routine medical care is not the mission statement of any respectable fire department. One firefighter/EMTs opinion.
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? Veterans Home charges, Veterans Court…16-2-23 – John A. Cianci
RI Veterans: Did you know? weekly column reviews events, information and opportunities for veterans in Rhode Island.
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for Feb. 15, 2023 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Warm front passes with some light showers over northern parts of the area, some sun late in the day. Temps on the war side during the afternoon, highs in the mid 50’s on a southerly breeze, up from lows in the mid 30’s. ___ John Donnelly was born in Hialeah, Florida…
Read MoreACLU class-action gives 20,000 state employees stronger voice in RIPTA, UHC data breach
Further documenting the incident’s devastating and overwhelming impact, cooperating attorneys for the American Civil Liberties Union of Rhode Island (“ACLU”) have filed an amended complaint in their pending class-action lawsuit against the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (“RIPTA”) and UnitedHealthcare New England (“UHC”) over an August 2021 data breach that compromised the Social Security numbers and other…
Read MoreTime for Sour Grapes – Tim Jones
by Timothy Jones, cartoonist ___ Originally from Attleboro, Massachusetts, Tim lives with his wife and two daughters in Smithfield, RI. He is a cartoonist, freelance illustrator, author and comedian. He is also a member of the National Cartoonist Society and the Mid-South Cartoonist Association. He teaches cartooning, speaks at local schools and libraries and appears…
Read MoreRon & Jen’s Great Escape – Feb. 15, 2023 – Ron St. Pierre and Jen Brien
Ron St. Pierre and Jen Brien’s commentary on the passing scene in Rhode Island.
Read MoreART! Winter Members’ Exhibition – Providence Art Club
Photo: Best in Show winner Scott Glaser pictured with his piece The Three Graces, which was created using recycled ink cartridges. As the Winter Members’ Exhibit continues through March 3rd, the Award Winners have been named. Fourteen prizes totaling $6,000 were selected by awards judge, Michael Ezzell. A talented illustrator, printmaker, painter, and muralist, Michael…
Read MoreOpen AI writes a Valentine: “Dear (insert name),”
Writer’s block! It gets to the best of us. But today is Valentine’s Day – and it’s all about the card, we hear. But what if you just can’t find the words that are in your heart? Putting pen to paper can be intimidating! Artificial Intelligence – or AI – is here to help. You’ve…
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