Rhode Island Weather for November 24, 2023 – John Donnelly

A map displaying the current weather conditions in New Hampshire.

by John Donnelly, meteorologist Still dry and a bit breeze with winds out of the northwest gusting to 25 mph. Some afternoon cloud cover rolls in to break up the sunny sky, but no resin is expected. Afternoon highs in the mid 40’s cooling down to the upper 20’s. Happy shopping! It’s an A- day!…

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Get your holidays on! Christmas at Blithewold

A Blithewold christmas tree covered in snow, displayed beautifully in front of a house.

The annual “Christmas at Blithewold” celebration returns with a mansion full of decorations in every room, mansion tours, Santa sing-alongs, music in the living room, afternoon teas on Wednesdays to Fridays, and “Sparkle!” in the evenings on Thursdays to Sundays. This year’s theme is “Christmas at Blithewold: All About Augustine”. Blithewold will be open from…

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It’s Sour Grapes time! – Tim Jones

What's that irritating phone call you just got?

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…

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RI Veterans: Did you know? 23.11.23, Thanksgiving dinner, Army Navy, Vets Center – John A. Cianci

A group of veterans posing with turkeys.

by John A. Cianci, contributing writer on Veterans issues Photo: SFC John A. Cianci – 2003 Members of the 119th Military Police Company stationed in Baghdad, Iraq patiently and proudly display the 2 turkeys prepared for members of 119th MP Co on Thanksgiving.  Free Thanksgiving Dinner for Veterans and Immediate Family TODAY “Walk-ins are welcomed,” said one…

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