Archive for June 2023
Your Rhode Island Government Owner’s Manual
The 2023-2024 Rhode Island Government Owner’s Manual is now available. It is available in “hard copy” by picking one up at the RI Department of State Public Information Division in Room 38 of the State House during business hours. While it is late as the legislative session is nearly over, this puts in one place…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for June 16, 2023 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist A low pressure area eventually works into the region, with some light rain falling after midnight, but we’ll have a nice enough day beforehand. Cool lows in the upper 50’s rising to the low 80’s in the afternoon with a light westerly breeze. It’s a “B” day! __ Follow John’s weather…
Read MoreOutdoors in RI: Fishing with the turtles in Maine, one eye on solar farm, 2A, back home – Jeff Gross
by Jeff Gross, contributing writer Upon returning to Maine, there was an invasion of snapping turtles waiting. Down the street a snapper was attempting to build a nest on the little bridge on the road. Driving up the cabin driveway a second snapper was tearing up the newly seeded lawn, in multiple areas no less. Apparently the…
Read MoreGriefSPEAK: Empty Arms – Mari Nardolillo Dias
by Dr. Mari Nardolillo Dias, contributing writer Kara came home from Women and Infants Hospital with empty arms. Her pregnancy with her baby girl, Martha, seemed normal, according to ultrasounds. She was at thirty weeks when her OB thought Kara looked dehydrated and pale. He sent her to a local hospital who didn’t see anything…
Read More“Salute of Roses” stunning beauty and winners of the 24th Annual Rose Show
The 24th Annual Rose Show was held on Saturday, June 10th, from 1 – 3 p.m. at Shepherd of the Valley Church, in Hope. Pauline DeRosa, of Cranston, provided RINewsToday with a report on the event, attended by hundreds who had interest in roses, wanted to vote on winners in various categories, grow roses and…
Read MoreWe cook! – Red Stripe’s French Onion Soup – Joe Peticca
by Joe Peticca, contributing chef, Sous Chef, Red Stripe Red Stripe’s French Onion Soup Red Stripe’s French Onion Soup is c’est magnifique! Enjoy this classic and comforting dish featuring caramelized onions simmered in a rich and flavorful broth topped with a toasted slice of bread or crostini and melted cheese, adding a savory and indulgent…
Read MoreBruins, Celtics, Red Sox – going, going, and gone! – John Cardullo, sportswriter
by John Cardullo, sportswriter Random thoughts on the Boston Bruins, the Boston Celtics and the Boston Red Sox, seasons that where going, going and gone! As I witnessed what had happened to end the seasons of the Boston Celtics and Boston Bruins seasons, in total disbelieve, it was hard to imagine a story or stories…
Read MoreDaVinci Center completes search, names Norma Gonzalez Executive Director
DaVinci Center Board Appoints Norma Gonzalez as Executive Director As a result of the recent passing of John DeLuca, founder, and longtime Executive Director of the DaVinci Center, and an extensive search, the Board of Directors has appointed Norma Gonzalez as the permanent Executive Director. Board Chair, Michael DeAngelis, stated that “Ms. Gonzalez is a highly…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 15.06.23 (Vets Home Cable update, outdoors, events…) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer on veterans issues We salute our Flag for National Flag Day recognized this week, June 14th – and hope all our veterans who can will fly theirs proudly! Rhode Island Veterans Celebrate Army’s 248th Birthday with Good News General Assembly votes to remove state park fees for Rhode Island Gold…
Read MoreThe Greener View: Peony Problems – Jeff Rugg
by Jeff Rugg, contributing writer Question: My peony has bloomed wonderfully for many years but this year the buds are turning black and are not growing. What can I do? Answer: It is too late this year to get flowers, but it is not too late to help prevent problems next year. The symptom you…
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