RI Veterans: Did you know? 11.1.23 (for women veterans, self-defense, events, more) – John A. Cianci

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by John A. Cianci, contributing writer on veterans issues Did you know the VA covers a wide range of maternity care services? What does the VA cover for pregnancy throughout pregnancy, delivery, and postpartum. Maternity care services available through VA include: Full physical exams and lab tests. Prenatal education and screening. From the https://www.va.gov/files/2022-12/2022MaternityCareBrochure.pdf , here is a brochure:…

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Rhode Island Weather for January 10, 2024 – John Donnelly

Rhode Island Wednesday weather map.

by John Donnelly, meteorologist Cold front squeegees away any morning rain leftover from the storm, and another backdoor trough drops in and kicks up some widely scattered showers over the area during a much warmer than normal afternoon. Afternoon highs reaching in the mid 50’s from morning lows in the upper 30’s with a brisk…

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Dave Kane and Carriage Inn team up to help nonprofits fundraise – and have FUN

DAve Kane fundraising with humor and hope.

Dave Kane & The Carriage Inn are inviting nonprofits to take advantage of an exciting, no risk, fundraising opportunity. Kane explains: Everyone knows that raising money for a non-profit organization can be difficult, time consuming, expensive and unsuccessful. Many times these efforts can actually result in financial loss. That’s why we are offering “Just for…

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It’s Sour Grapes time! – Tim Jones

A comic strip about a self-serve comics self-check.

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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8 ways to jump-start the New Year – Mary Hunt

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by Mary Hunt, contributing writer Here are eight ways to get a jump on 2024 with renowned columnist Mary Hunt – she will be bringing you basic steps you can take to reduce your expenses and be more economical in your purchases and plans. So, here we go! No. 1: Get your credit reports. Annualcreditreport.com…

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