Archive for April 2023
Rhode Island Weather, April 18, 2023 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Still a bit cool with partly cloudy skies and a southwesterly breeze gusting to 30 mph during the midday hours. Afternoon highs in the upper 50’s cool down to the mid 40’s in the evening. It’s a “B” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY John Donnelly…
Read MoreGolf Tournament to benefit Operation Stand Down RI and honor Col. Dillon
by John Cardullo, sportswriter A golf tournament will be held on Monday, July 17th at Agawam Hunt Historic 1897 Golf Course in Rumford, Rhode Island. The tournament is in memory of the class of ’64 La Salle Academy classmate, Colonel Gerry Dillon, for his service to his country and fellow man. Funds raised will be…
Read MoreAnnual AARP Snapshot of Older Travelers – Herb Weiss
By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues Older travelers are gearing up for their big adventures with summertime just around the corner. Continued inflation combined with sky-high flight costs won’t deter these individuals from planning family travel, according to a newly published AARP report. AARP’s 2023 Travel Trends survey (initially begun in 2015) examines the…
Read MoreThere’s no escaping toxic environments – Mary T. O’Sullivan
By Mary T. O’Sullivan, MSOL, contributing writer on business leadership “Gallup research indicates that there’s approximately $500 billion in lost productivity annually, in the United States alone, due to negative behavior in organizations.” – David Emerald During the last month, I’ve traveled twice to places with warm beaches and lots of sun. I spent time with…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather, April 17, 2023 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist A low pressure system works through the area during the day with light showers from around 10 am until 4 pm or so with partial clearing later in the evening. A tight temperature range with morning lows in the lower 50’s and afternoon highs in the upper 50’s with a light…
Read MoreThe Masters, 2023. What a strange and wonderful trip it was – John Cardullo
by John Cardullo, sportswriter “The Masters… a tradition like no other!” this has been the catch phrase for the first leg of the four major professional golf tournaments of the year. The U.S. Open, the British Open, and the PGA Championship are the other three. But all due respect to the other three, the Masters…
Read MoreOur Networking Pick of the Week – Newport Chamber 2023 Expo
It’s the Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce 2023 Expo! Join hundreds of businesses from throughout Rhode Island on Tuesday Apr 18th from 4 – 6:00 PM at the Wyndham Newport Atlantic Resort on Aquidneck Avenue in Middletown. All are invited to join us – free – at the Wyndham Newport Atlantic Resort for the Greater…
Read MoreHow to talk about race in 2023 – with Ray Rickman
Sponsored by the North Kingstown Democratic Committee, Ray Rickman will speak on “How to talk about race in 2023” at the North Kingstown Free Library Meeting Room on Tuesday, April 18th from 6:30pm to 8pm. The free event is at the Library at 100 Boone St, North Kingstown. No registration is necessary. About the event…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for April 16, 2023 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Light rain tapers off and quits mid morning, but cloud cover will remain behind the low pressure center for the rest of the day, afternoon highs in the low 60’s and a morning low again around 50 with a light northeasterly breeze. ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN…
Read MoreGimme’ Shelter – Rusty at the Providence Animal Control Center
Well hello there! I came in as a stray from the streets of Providence. I am a young guy, just under a year old with a soft face and velvet ears. I was a little hot to trot when I first arrived but I have settled nicely since my neuter – and I am a…
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