Archive for August 2023
Let public vote on Penn Station – David Brussat
by David Brusat, Architecture Here and There, contributing writer Rebuilding Pennsylvania Station, built in 1910 and demolished in 1963, is the single act that can best help bring beauty in architecture back to the United States and the rest of the world. It would directly boost the beauty of the city itself, and as an…
Read MoreThere’s more to quitting than being quiet about it – Mary T. O’Sullivan
By Mary T. O’Sullivan, MSOL “Gallup’s 2023 State of the Global Workplace Report says almost one in five employees engage in loud quitting — while disengaged quiet quitters made up 59% of the workforce.” Fox Business Have you ever heard of “loud quitting”? Until recently, that moniker remained relatively unknown, although it’s hardly new.…
Read MoreJack’s Angle: The Hurricane Barrier and the Prince of Providence – John J. “Jack” Partridge
by John J. “Jack” Partridge, contributing writer, commentary With the declaration of Hurricane Preparation Week and the announcement by Mayor Smiley of a major repair at the Providence Hurricane Barrier, together with Senator Whitehouse’s announcement that he has secured federal financing for a Corps of Engineers’ assessment of the Barrier in light of rising seas…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for August 21, 2023 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist A cold front will drop in from the north during the afternoon giving us a decent chance at some scattered showers from around 5 pm to 8pm. Partly cloudy sky before and after the rain is likely with a light wind shifting from westerly to northwesterly. Afternoon highs in the upper…
Read MoreHealth advocacy groups oppose groups against drug price negotiations – Herb Weiss
by Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues As supporters of President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) celebrate the one-year anniversary of the passage of this historic legislation, health advocacy groups gathered last week in Austin, Texas, Washington, D.C., Chicago and New York City to publicly oppose and call on the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Pharmaceutical Research and…
Read MoreHomeless in RI: State update, encampments, Amnesty human rights charge, around US…
It’s been clear over the last month or so that tolerance for tent encampments for the homeless in Rhode Island, Massachusetts and around the country is decreasing. As a visual cattle prod to all planners to get going with alternative housing plans, we have watched encampments moved along, evicted, and in some cities or states,…
Read MoreBurn with Kearns: How to choose a personal trainer – Kevin Kearns
by Kevin Kearns, contributing writer on fitness and exercise A comprehensive guide on how to choose a personal trainer – thinking of fall and winter – maybe a personal trainer should be in your plans for a healthy fall and winter. I have been a personal trainer and strength coach since 1987. Personally, I have…
Read MoreGimme’ Shelter – Penbryn at the Providence Animal Control Center
Hello! I am an 11 month old baby on the way to having babies outside if I was left to my own devices much longer! I am an outgoing girl who loves attention and I love to play. I am so easy going : I might like to live with another cat my age, a…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for August 20, 2023 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist A mostly clear day with afternoon highs expected to reach the low 80’s after morning lows around 60 with a light westerly breeze. It’s an “A” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY John Donnelly was born in Hialeah, Florida and moved back to Rhode Island and…
Read MoreIn the Arena – Ray Rickman, Stages of Freedom
Each week Joe Paolino Jr. talks to a leader in Rhode Island about issues of the day. This interview is with Ray Rickman, co-founder and director of Stages of Freedom, a nonprofit building bridges across cultural divides through exciting public engagement. Stages also operates an educational museum working to bring art objects, books & gift…
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