Archive for July 2023
Rhode Island Weather for July 18, 2023 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Sandwiched between two frontal systems, we’ll squeak by with a misty morning and evening with partly cloudy and humid conditions during the bulk of the day with a slight chance for an afternoon shower. Morning lows in the low 70’s and afternoon highs around 80 with a southerly breeze. It’s a…
Read MoreBusiness Beat: Chiara Deltito-Sharrott named Executive Director, RI League of Charter Schools
The Rhode Island League of Charter Schools is pleased to announce the appointment of Chiara Deltito-Sharrott as its new executive director. The executive director is responsible for overseeing the organization’s general development, management, and operations, including all initiatives, strategic planning, membership services, fundraising, financial planning and management, policy activities, communications, board and external relations. Deltito-Sharrott will…
Read MoreHomeless in RI: No safety, peace, order for DaVinci Center; Dignity arrives for some; camping protest
DaVinci Center appeals for safety, peace and order; Dignity Bus arriving; Cranston encampment m Photo: Dignity Bus R.I. (gassing up in Georgia, on the road – to Woonsocket) Dignity Bus coming to Woonsocket tomorrow – July 19th. A press conference will be held Wednesday afternoon to greet the first Dignity Bus to ever come to…
Read MoreReturn to the office. Not so fast – Mary T. O’Sullivan
By Mary T. O’Sullivan, MSOL “The pandemic handed us a Rubik’s Cube, transforming how and where we work.” – Gleb Tsipursky After almost three years, the existence of remote work has become a requirement for many workers. They feel more productive, more comfortable, and are happy to make their own hours, perfect for a lot…
Read MoreSocial Security must be key issue in 2024 Presidential Election – Herb Weiss
By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues Last Wednesday, 178 House Democrats, (90% of the House Democratic caucus) led by Rep. John Larson (D-Conn.) introduced H.R. 4583, the “Social Security 2100 Act of 2023.” The 108-page bill would expand Social Security’s benefits, with no cuts, and keep the system fiscally strong for decades to…
Read MoreOur Networking Pick of the Week – SRI Chamber at Sons of Liberty
This week join the Southern RI Chamber of Commerce for Business After Hours, hosted by Sons of Liberty Beer & Spirits Co. on Wednesday, July 19th from 5pm-7pm! Network with the best and brightest of Southern Rhode Island’s local business community. Cash bar and light bites will be served. $5 members / $10 non-members |…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for July 17, 2023 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Partial clearing takes place behind the cold frontal passage, but only minor humidity relief will be had, as the generally warm and humid air mass will remain in place. Misty morning low in the low 70’s warm to around 90 with a light wind shifting from westerly to southerly. It’s a…
Read MoreDrowning #1 cause of death for young children. Create “Learn to Swim” mindset – Ben Balint-Kurti
by Ben Balint-Kurti , Brown ‘23.5 They don’t call it the Ocean State for nothing; every summer, Rhode Islanders flock to the many beaches that sit close by, looking for a swim to cool off. But swimming also has its costs: each year, several people drown in Rhode Island’s waters. And tragically, these are often…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for July 16, 2023 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Trough of low pressure positioned over southern New England with showers and scattered thunderstorms likely particularly in the afternoon. A tight temperature range with lows in the low 70’s rising only to the mid 70’s and a gusty southerly breeze. It’s a “C” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER…
Read MoreClassic movies to the rescue! – David Brussat
Photo: “John Waters puffs out a mixed message.” Wrong decade, but no matter. (Joaquín Aldeguer) by David Brussat, Architecture Here and There – a repose on Turner Classic Movies It seems that Turner Classic Movies is at risk of being canceled. A trio of superheroes (mega movie stars and producers) has ridden to the rescue,…
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