Archive for January 2024
I-95 North construction begins as I-195 emergency repairs continue to challenge drivers (RIDOT video)
new travel lane changes on highway
Read MoreBusiness Beat: PACE-RI adds two new board members
New PACE board members
Read MoreOutdoors in RI: First snow, time for a hike. 2A. Coyote crowd. Shoreline cleanup, access deniers – Jeff Gross
by Jeff Gross, contributing writer Photo, top: Kylie Caruso With this weekend’s impending winter storm there should be enough of a coating to take the youngsters out hiking and see animal tracks in the snow. The photo, above, is of one of Rhode Island’s new residents, a Bobcat. The Bobcat was caught on a trail…
Read MoreGriefSPEAK: Your red threads – Dr. Mari Nardolillo Dias
by Mari Nardolillo Dias, EdD, contributing writer What is the symbolism of the red thread? Legends of the red thread exist in almost every culture, philosophy, and religion. One of the stories, based in Eastern philosophy is that when we are born, there is a red thread tied to us. It is invisible, of course,…
Read MoreWe Cook! Mill’s Tavern Seared Scallops with Pomegranate Relish and Risotto – Edward Bolus
Mill’s Tavern Seared Scallops recipe
Read MoreNavigating the waves of Real Estate: Emilio DiSpirito
real estate in 2024
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? (women vets, events, clothing, programs, discounts) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, veterans writer Calling All Women Warriors of RI The VFWRI Women Veterans Committee has put together this free self–defense class for women veterans and active duty service members. I know we are all super cool from our time serving, but it would be so much fun to do something empowering to remind…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for January 4, 2024 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist A weak trough of low pressure sandwiched between a cold front to the northwest and a low pressure system passing off the mid Atlantic coast moves through with the chance for some flurries during the early morning. Cloud cover persists through the afternoon, then clearing by evening. Afternoon highs reach the…
Read More8 Rhode Island schools, 4 in Johnston, named National Banner Unified Champion Schools by Special Olympics
banner unified schools johnston
Read MoreIt’s time for Sour Grapes – 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…
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