Archive for July 2023
Homeless in RI: Dignity (Bus) arrives as Woonsocket says “together, we can do this”
Dignity Bus R.I. arrived Wednesday morning Two days on the road from Florida, 4 men brought The Dignity Bus to Woonsocket. Driving into the grounds of Holy Family Church on Main Street in Woonsocket, the bus was greeted by a “gaggle” of press, and the chief greeter, VP of the Woonsocket City Council, Valerie Gonzalez.…
Read MoreRhode Island Slow Pitch Softball Hall of Fame holds its 5th Annual Golf Outing – John Cardullo
By John Cardullo, sportswriter Photo: RISPSHOF Executive Board member and inductee, John Cardullo, Tom Cook, Steve DiBease and Gary Cook Like most recent summer days of 2023, Saturday, July 15th began under dark, cloudy skies with a threat of rain in the air. Spot showers were in the forecast that day and for a while…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for July 19, 2023 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Dry air behind a cold frontal passage presents a much different airmass that we all will notice. Much drier air under a gradually clearing sky. Morning lows in the upper 60’s warm to the mid 80’s with a light west-northwesterly breeze. It’s an “A” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here:…
Read MoreTime for 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 MoreART! Gallery Night in Providence
Gallery Night is coming up tomorrow, Thursday, July 20. There are 5 guided tours going to different art spots and galleries around Providence. Mark your calendar and bring a friend! Learn more about the guided tours below. You can also see detailed descriptions for the 5 tours on the Upcoming Events page of our website. The 5 pm…
Read MoreRI Cannabis Control Commission to hold listening sessions
The Rhode Island Cannabis Control Commission announces four summer listening sessions, to hear from the public, retailers, cultivators, testers, patients, and more as the commissioners prepare to set rules and regulations for adult-use recreational marijuana. “The purpose of these public meetings is for the community and industry to use their voices and for the commissioners…
Read MoreRI Foundation first grants under new leadership to increase number of teachers of color
The Rhode Island Foundation today announced it has awarded nearly $1.2 million in grants to improve student performance in Providence, Pawtucket, Newport and Central Falls. The funding will support work to increase the number of teachers of color in urban school districts. “Diversifying the teacher workforce in pursuit of the educational success of students is…
Read MoreRon & Jen’s Great Escape, July 19, 2023 – Ron St. Pierre and Jen Brien
by Ron St. Pierre and Jen Brien, commentary LOOK AT ME I’M SANDRA DEE! Why are people obsessed with themselves? Can someone PLEASE explain this to me? Never in my existence on this planet have I seen so MANY PEOPLE so self-absorbed. Selfie after selfie after selfie after selfie. Many pics on social media are…
Read MoreFood drive at BankRI branches for RI Food Bank, feeding 21% more since January
The RI Community Food Bank is currently feeding 80,000 Rhode Islanders per month, a significant jump of 21% more than the beginning of the year. Today, BankRI begins a month-long food drive at all its branches to help restock the shelves of local food pantries. BankRI Begins Month-Long Food Drive at all 21 Branches Statewide…
Read MoreCamp Cronin: An intergenerational enrichment camp embracing wisdom, youth – Vincent Marzullo
It’s been more than a decade since Camp Cronin, owned by the City of Providence and located at Pt. Judith, in Narragansett, functioned as an escape from the hot summer days for the kids of Providence and its seniors. In a fast-paced and COVID recovery period, the benefits of bridging the generation gap have become…
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