Rhode Island Weekend Weather for May 13/14, 2023 – John Donnelly

A map displaying the weather forecast for Saturday in Massachusetts with a focus on Rhode Island weather.

by John Donnelly, meteorologist Saturday 5/13/23: A dry cold front passes through in the night, with a gradual wind shift to northwesterly and a decline in the dew point temperature, so maybe some fire danger warnings later in the day. Afternoon highs in the upper 70’s and evening lows in the low 60’s. An A-…

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In the News… updates on May 13, 2023

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RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY RI Child Advocate will investigate deaths in DCYF involvement in the past year Sean Holley is now RI Equal Opportunity. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion director Rhode Island Inno is now part of Providence Business First Takeda Pharmaceutical, the state’s largest life sciences employer, will lay off 186 employees this summer in Cambridge,…

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Burn with Kearns: Combat-ready shoulders – Kevin Kearns

A man in a black tank top with tattoos posing in front of a punching bag.

by Kevin Kearns, contributing writer on exercise and fitness Combat-ready Shoulders Anyone who has watched the UFC and other fights will almost always remark on how well defined the upper bodies are of the fighters. The shoulder girdle (the muscles that comprise the shoulder completely) are a complex structure and require some clear thought when…

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The Ocean Race is here – Ocean Live Park opens TODAY with activities for all

A group of sailboats in a body of water.

Ocean Live Park, the race village for The Ocean Race Newport at Fort Adams State Park, officially opens tomorrow, Saturday, May 13, with an Opening Ceremony planned for 11:00 a.m. on the Ocean State Stage.  Ocean Live Park is a family-friendly festival at Fort Adams State Park in Newport celebrating sailing with exhibits, food trucks,…

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Outdoors in RI: Fishing, festivals, and firearms – Jeff Gross

A golden retriever sits in front of a display of paintings.

by Jeff Gross, contributing writer The Stripers are running and so are the anglers. Father and son teams are slamming the Stripers in the keeper range throughout the bay area. While transiting the I-way, large flocks of gulls were spotted working the water leading many to take advantage and throw a popper from shore. Equally, freshwater…

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GriefSPEAK: December dove -Mari Nardolillo Dias

A dove sitting on a branch covered in snow.

by Mari Nardolillo Dias, contributing writer on grief and grieving Photo: Mourning Dove – Audubon Society December is a very significant month in the life of Richard. So significant that he spent 2 hours – in May – describing it. As Richard told me his “December Story” he was back in that moment. As he…

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Rhode Island Weather for May 12, 2023 – John Donnelly

A map showing the weather for friday.

by John Donnelly, meteorologist A weak disturbance passes through to our northeast generating some scattered cloud cover, but it shouldn’t disturb what will be a warm afternoon, highs in the low 80’s from morning lows in the mid 50’s and a westerly breeze gusting to 25 mph. An “A” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts,…

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Columbus is going to its forever home – in Johnston, RI

A statue of Christopher Columbus overlooking a serene pond.

The Town of Johnston has been selected by former Providence Mayor Joseph R. Paolino, Jr. to display the historic Christopher Columbus statue. Paolino purchased the statue at a public sale held months ago, with the intention of putting it back out for the public to enjoy after it was removed from the location it was…

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