Archive for December 2023
Mind full vs. Mindful? – Dr. Holly Schiff, South County Psychiatry
by Dr. Holly Schiff, South County Psychiatry Most of us are mind full every day, lost in our thoughts and worrying about the future; but what if we decided to be more mindful? Mindfulness improves your mental health, but what is it? Mindfulness is paying attention on purpose, in the present moment, non-judgmentally. You are…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for December 27, 2023 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Another Misty Morning Hop through Xmas vacation week, with a touch more cloud cover and the chance for some evening light showers with morning lows around 40 and an afternoon balmy high in the low 50’s with a light southerly breeze. It’s a “B-” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here:…
Read MoreIt’s Sour Grapes time! – Tim Jones
by Timothy Jones, RI 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…
Read MoreRon & Jen’s Great Escape, December 27, 2023 – Ron St. Pierre and Jen Brien
by Ron St. Pierre and Jen Brien, commentary 2024 Well, here we go again. Unreal how fast this year went by. Honestly. But hey… life moves pretty fast… at least… according to Ferris Bueller. I don’t really reflect on the past or live there long, anymore… it’s just a waste of time. Sure I’ve done a…
Read MoreHenry’s Christmas Tree Farm closes, leavings tidings of great joy and tradition
It ended with a simple, “We wish you a Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy New Year. Thank you for joining us in our final season as we have made the difficult decision to close. We’ve enjoyed serving the thousands of customers that have been our guests for the last 60 years. It has…
Read MoreOur Networking Pick of the Week: End of ’23 with Pat Cruz Events
An exciting networking event at Ceviches By Divino ® in Cranston is the time to celebrate the end of 2023 – connect with professionals from various industries, share ideas, and expand your network. Say good-bye to the business year – and start off early to an even better year in 2024. Join Pat Cruz Events…
Read MoreART! Pantone’s Peach Fuzz captures our need for nurture as 25th annual Color of the Year for ’24
What is PANTONE 13-1023 Peach Fuzz? It is described by Pantone as “a velvety gentle peach whose all-embracing spirit enriches heart, mind, and body”. They say it “captures our desire to nurture ourselves and others.” In seeking a hue that echoes our innate yearning for closeness and connection, Pantone says they chose a color radiant…
Read MoreJohnston highest priced single-family home sale: Jackie Karam, DiSpirito Team, Engel & Völkers
Photo, top: Image Ten Real Estate Photographers In a historic milestone for the real estate market in Johnston, Rhode Island, Jackie Karam of the DiSpirito Team with Engel & Völkers closed the highest priced single-family home sale to date. The transaction involves a new construction home located at 1266 Central Ave, Johnston, RI. The property…
Read MoreIn The Arena: Joe Paolino Jr. interviews Liz Tanner, RI Secretary of Commerce
Each week Joe Paolino Jr. interviews leaders and influencers in Rhode Island. This week he talks with Liz Tanner, Secretary of Commerce for the State of Rhode Island. They talk about economic development, high speed rail and transportation, regional commerce issues, the blue economy, and more. Be sure to listen to In the Arena every…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for December 26, 2023 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologst Dense fog eventually burns off in the morning, with abundant sunshine and another day of unseasonable warmth, afternoon highs reaching into the mid 50’s after a foggy bottom in the upper 30’s. Winds light and variable under high pressure through the day. It’s an A- day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts,…
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