Archive for October 2023
It’s Sour Grapes time! – 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 MoreRhode Island Weather for October 25, 2023 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist High pressure moves to the southeast, meaning warm air will be drawn in by a light southwesterly breeze, as will some afternoon cloud cover. Morning lows in the low 50’s warm to a nice high of 70. It’s an “A-” day! _ _ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN…
Read MoreAi and Art: RI Israel Collaborative, RISD, Venture Cafe show support for humanity and life
It is with a heavy heart that we are witnessing the atrocities being done to the Israelis by the terrorists. Our hearts are broken. However, one of the terrorist aims is to disrupt our positive way of life, of collaboration and friendship. Therefore, we came to the decision to continue with our program. Attend this…
Read MoreRon & Jen’s Great Escape, October 25, 2023 – Ron St. Pierre and Jen Brien
by Ron St. Pierre and Jen Brien, commentary MY FRIDGE LEAKS Is there something in your life that just makes your blood boil? I mean, outside of the world, sports or your significant other? Like… a sink that never stops dripping… the noise your neighbor makes with a tuba every night around 5pm… how about…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for October 24, 2023 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist High pressure continues dominating, so another wonderful day in the neighborhood. Lots of sunshine with scattered clouds here and there, decent temps, lows in the low 40’s and afternoon highs in the low 60’s with a light southwesterly breeze. It’s an “A” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH…
Read MoreCentral Falls: police honors, health fair, flu shots, senior snow shoveling help – de su alcaldesa
The Central Falls Police Department (CFPD) was just named the 2023 recipient of the Leadership in Community Policing Award from the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) – a prestigious award that recognizes outstanding community policing initiatives by law enforcement agencies worldwide. “No single factor has been more critical to lessening crime levels than…
Read MoreNetworking Pick of the Week – Heart of Rhode Island Networking & Referral Group
Heart of Rhode Island Networking & Referral Group will meet on Wednesday, October 25th at 8:30am at Plant City, 334 South Water Street, in Providence. The Heart of Rhode Island Networking & Referral Group was founded in March 2022 by Deb Honor and Natalie Delmage. Deb Honor and Charise Wilson run this monthly event! It…
Read MoreART! “Resilience” at South County Art Association
Artist Krzysztof Mathews is one of the 95 exhibitors at the ongoing South County Art Association exhibit themed “Resilience”. The exhibit runs through November 11th, and is a juried exhibit, with Ben Anderson, juror. The gallery is open Wednesday – Sunday from 1 – 5 pm and is located at 2587 Kingstown Rd inn Kingston. Krzysztof…
Read MoreNominate a person in need for a free, installed heating system from Superior Comfort
Superior Comfort Inc., a family owned and operated company located in Bristol, Rhode Island is excited for its 3rd year of giving back to help a neighbor. Yes, they are truly giving away a free, and fully installed, heating system this December. All the details are located on their website – here: https://superiorcomfortinc.com “This is…
Read MorePutting the brakes on CMS proposed minimum staffing for nursing facilities – Herb Weiss
By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issue In response to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recent release of proposed rule to establish minimum federal staffing requirements, last week 97 members of Congress, mostly Republican, called on Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra to put the breaks on CMS’s proposed…
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