Archive for May 2023
2023 Rhode Island Science Olympiad State Champions honored
The Kickemuit Science Olympiad Team and advisor Kerri Krawcyzk were recognized for being 2023 State Champions at the Bristol Warren Regional School Committee meeting on May 8. (Photo courtesy Bristol Warren Regional School District) Superintendent Ana C. Riley and Principal Dennis Morrell are thrilled to share that the Kickemuit Middle School Science Olympiad Team was…
Read MoreOn Mental Health Awareness Month, Rhode Island still 1 of 7 states without an Olmstead Plan
Photo: Pamela Bhatia, Artistic Images The Mental Health Association of Rhode Island (MHARI) and a coalition of state and community partners will gather on Tuesday, May 30th from 3:00-3:30 pm in the State House Library (2nd floor) to show support for Rhode Island’s need for an Olmstead Plan. Senator DiPalma, sponsor of Senate Bill 795, will…
Read More“You are a Friar. Friars hold doors open…” – Hill Harper to PC grads – Ann Clanton
by Ann Clanton, contributing writer Photos: Providence College You are a Friar. And Friars hold doors open. That was the common theme that actor, author and humanitarian, Hill Harper, reminded the graduates when he delivered the commencement speech, and received the Doctor of Humanities at Providence College’s 105th commencement on Sunday, May 21st at the…
Read MoreRI DEM announces 5 new boating safety regs
Wearing a life jacket while paddling in Rhode Island will no longer be optional; it will be required, according to new boating safety regulations announced today by the Department of Environmental Management (DEM). The “mandatory personal flotation device (PDF) wear for all paddle craft” rule is one of five new safety regs that went into…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather, May 23, 2023 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist High pressure slides further east bringing winds around to southeasterly with some afternoon scattered clouds, but no threat of any precip. Morning lows begin in the mid 40’s rising to afternoon highs in the upper 60’s. An “A-” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY John Donnelly…
Read MoreRhode Wars IV – the next generation – Brendan Higgins
by Brendan Higgins, contributing writer On Saturday night, CES Boxing delivered a night of action combat sports fans will not soon forget. Rhode Wars IV had a little bit of everything. Great fights, boxing legends, and a surprise guest rounded out another successful night of boxing action presented by promoter Jimmy Burchfield. In the opening…
Read MoreThe last hurrah for RI retired pensioners – Herb Weiss
By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues To this day, talk to any state worker or teacher who retired and they are not happy campers. To the contrary, they remain bitter as to how former Governor Gina Raimondo sold them out with her version of pension cuts in 2011 when state retirees, retired teachers, and…
Read MoreOur Networking Pick – May Networking with Pat Cruz
It’s Wednesday networking – and here’s what’s in it for you. CONNECTIONS! Taking the time to look someone in the eye and tell them exactly what they need to know about you and your business, is the most powerful way to emphasize and reinforce key messages. This makes sense, because it’s much easier to build…
Read MoreLearning to say “NO” doesn’t make you a bad person – Mary T. O’Sullivan
By Mary T. O’Sullivan, MSOL “When we fail to set boundaries and hold people accountable, we feel used and mistreated.”– Brene’ Brown Several times during my coaching career, I’ve worked with clients who resist setting boundaries. They can’t ever seem to say “no” to whatever they’re asked, and often turn into the dreaded “Yes-Person”. As…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for May 22, 2023 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist A decent mid May Monday, lots of sunshine, and a little northeasterly breeze with morning lows in the mid 50’s rising to an afternoon high in the mid 60’s as high pressure watches over us for the day. An “A’ day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY…
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