Archive for May 2023
Rhode Island Weather for May 31, 2023 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist A decent Wednesday with the exception of stinky smoke and haze from wildfires over Nova Scotia, Canada swinging around the high pressure over the Atlantic. Morning lows in the mid 40’s rise to around 70 with a light southerly breeze. It’s a “B” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER…
Read MoreIt’s 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 MoreTaylor Swift: Lessons from a talented, masterful marketer – Robert Stern
by Robert Stern, Social Media Strategist and founder, The Social Leader This past weekend, my daughter had the incredible opportunity to attend the highly anticipated Taylor Swift concert. Yet, as I reflect on the unforgettable experience, one question continues to echo: why did over a quarter of a million people flock to witness this musical…
Read MoreART! Ever-changing worlds frozen in time. Joseph Tarella, mapmaker
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Read MoreRon & Jen’s Great Escape, May 31, 2023 – Ron St. Pierre and Jen Brien
by Ron St. Pierre & Jen Brien, commentary PRAYING FOR THE WINNING TICKET I don’t know if it’s wrong to ask God for money, BUT I do. Specifically, a winning lottery ticket worth MILLIONS. Sometimes I think “he’s kinda busy, Jen… with REAL WORLD ISSUES… SAVE IT”. Other times I think “well, he does say…
Read MorePawtucket, Central Falls, Providence VOTE on how to invest $1.38M in health improvement
Participatory Budgeting Proposal Fairs were held for members of the public and now 3 communities will have the opportunity to vote on community designed potential projects in Pawtucket, Central Falls, and central Providence. $1.38 million is up for investment in health improvement projects in these communities. Pawtucket/Central Falls residents vote from May 30th to June…
Read More10 lighthouses offered to the public, including Warwick Neck Light
Each May, the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA), offers lighthouses to the public and other entities as part of its mission to deliver value and savings in federal real estate for taxpayers. This year, GSA is offering a record number of lighthouses, including at least six to nonprofits and government entities and at least four…
Read MoreNEA awards RISCA and 5 arts agencies $1.134M
National Endowment for the Arts announces $1.134 million in funding to the state’s Arts Agency and 5 arts organizations The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) announced today its recommended grant awards of more than $1.134 million to six Rhode Island-based arts and culture organizations. The allotment included $934,100 to the Rhode Island State Council…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for May 30, 2023 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Similar pattern remains, with a decrease in the pressure gradient, leading to less wind under mostly clear skies. Afternoon high around 70 after morning lows in the mid 40’s. It’s an “A” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY John Donnelly was born in Hialeah, Florida and…
Read MoreRhode Island’s largest psychiatric – and substance abuse treatment center: The ACI, by the numbers
Last week, a spokesperson for the Rhode Island Adult Correctional Institutions (ACI), Kaitlyn Bouchard gave some startling statistics during a radio interview – common information for some, but revealing for others. As the month of May, Mental Health Awareness Month, comes to an end, these statistics are especially poignant, for several reasons. The interview was…
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