Archive for August 2023
Homeless in RI: Charles Street – one person at a time
Yesterday, Providence officials checked on the encampment at private property on Charles Street, and assisted, along with case workers, in moving a handful of remaining campers off the site. While many, if not all, were offered hotel rooms or other temporary housing arrangements, a few did not take them up on the offer and made…
Read More“Empowering Health” grants from United Healthcare
The funding is part of UnitedHealthcare’s $11.1 million in Empowering Health grants focused on expanding access to care and addressing social determinants of health for people in underserved communities UnitedHealthcare, is awarding $500,000 in Empowering Health grants to five community-based organizations in Rhode Island to expand access to care and address social determinants of health…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for Aug. 7, 2023 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist A warm front approaches with showers and light rain from mid morning onward through the day. Morning lows in the mid 60’s rise to the low 70’s with a light southwesterly breeze. It’s a “C-” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY John Donnelly was born in…
Read MoreEnticing employees back into the office – Mary T. O’Sullivan
By Mary T. O’Sullivan, MSOL “The reason people are not going into offices is because they got used to a lifestyle and cost structure that suits them”. Andrew Mawson, managing director Advanced Workplace Associates (AWA) “I don’t understand people”, the client grumbled. “Why won’t they come back and work in the office?” This remark is a common…
Read MoreNetworking Pick of the Week – Business after Hours, Jamestown Chamber of Commerce
It’s a beautiful night to network! Join the Jamestown Chamber of Commerce for Business After Hours on Thursday, August 10th, from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm at The Purple Door, 47 Conanicus Avenue, Jamestown. Stop by to visit their shop while enjoying refreshments on the patio with a spectacular view of the bay Stop by from 5:30…
Read MoreRally round Martin O’Malley for Social Security Administration Commissioner – Herb Weiss
By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues Just weeks ago, President Joe Biden nominated former Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley, Social Security Commissioner, to lead the Social Security Administration (SSA) in delivering benefits to 67 million Americans per month, totaling over 1 trillion dollars in benefits paid during the year. With the SSA Trust Fund running…
Read MorePhillip James Dodd to present “Architecture’s Impact in the Gilded Age” lecture at The Breakers
Photos: Author Phillip James Dodd / Samuel Tilden House, Gramercy Park, Manhattan Phillip James Dodd, recognized internationally for his expertise on classical and traditional architecture, will deliver the annual John G. Winslow Lecture on August 10 in the Great Hall of The Breakers. An accomplished architect and author who has lectured extensively throughout the country, Dodd…
Read MoreOpen Call for next State Poet of Rhode Island
Governor Dan McKee and the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts today announced the beginning of the process of naming the next State Poet of Rhode Island. This position, created by law by the Rhode Island General Assembly in 1987, will be filled through a five-year appointment by Governor McKee, based in part on…
Read MoreIn the Arena: Brent Runyon, former director, Providence Preservation Society
Photo: Providence Preservation Society, Facebook This week Joe Paolino Jr. interviews Brent Runyon, the Executive Director of the Providence Preservation Society as he prepares to leave Rhode Island. They talk about his time here and his proudest accomplishments. Paolino refers to Runyon as a man of deep integrity and vision. His one regret? The Cranston…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for Aug. 6, 2023 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist High pressure settles in with partly cloudy skies and pleasantly dry air. Morning lows in the low 60’s and afternoon highs in the low 80’s with a light breeze shifting from northerly to southerly late. It’s an “A-” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY John Donnelly…
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