Archive for February 2024
RI Reconnect opens: Academic coaching to complete degree, certificate, change career path
Governor Dan McKee and Rhode Island Postsecondary Commissioner Shannon Gilkey were joined by elected officials, General Assembly members and postsecondary leaders to open the new location of the RI Reconnect visitor center, a place for students and prospective students to receive support in breaking down barriers to pursuing their education and completing their degree. “Opening new…
Read MoreWe Cook! Mill’s Tavern’s Grilled Rack of Lamb with Fingerling Potatoes, Mint Salsa – Edward Bolus
by Executive Chef Edward Bolus, Mill’s Tavern Grilled Rack of Lamb with Duck Fat Heirloom Fingerling Potatoes and Mint Salsa Mill’s Tavern presents a savory dish of grilled rack of lamb, seasoned with garlic and rosemary; duck fat-roasted heirloom fingerling potatoes; and a refreshing mint salsa. This recipe is perfect for a special occasion or…
Read More“Warm Thy Neighbor” need is heightened, urgent, appeals for donations
Lower temperatures, combined with high prices for essential items including food and rent, is generating a heightened sense of need from local households in crisis and seeking heating assistance from the Rhode Island Good Neighbor Energy Fund (GNEF). To help “Warm Thy Neighbor,” the Fund’s administrator, United Way of Rhode Island, is appealing for continued…
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…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for February 7, 2024 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Not a lot of change in the forecast, still a stuck low pressure system over the western Atlantic swinging clouds and maybe some flurries over the eastern reaches of southern New England. Morning lows in the upper 20’s rising only to the upper 30’s with a light northerly breeze. It’s a…
Read MoreRhode Island series unlocks healing power of writing – Ocean State Stories
This story is published in partnership between RINewsToday.com and Ocean State Stories, a journalism initiative at Salve Regina University. Editor’s Note: A Writing + Wellness Resource Fair will be held Saturday, February 10, from 11am-4pm at LitArts RI’s Providence Center. It is open to the public. Information, below. by Jessica Tabak ‘When I think of…
Read MoreRon & Jen’s Great Escape, February 7, 2024 – Ron St. Pierre and Jen Brien
by Ron St. Pierre and Jen Brien, commentary STOP THE INSANITY/1990’S INFOMERCIALS Never in my wildest dreams would I ever have thought, for ONE second, I would be saying “I MISS SUSAN POWTER”. REMEMBER the bleach blonde short-haired housewife who took America by storm in the 1990’s with her “STOP THE INSANITY” infomercials? I sure…
Read MoreART! A Decade of Design – DESIGNxRI’s digital exhibit (for transportation challenged times)
A Decade of Design in Rhode Island Unveiled: DESIGNxRI Launches a Digital Exhibition Showcasing Rhode Island’s Design Talent and Evolution Celebrating the launch of their digital exhibition, DESIGNxRI proudly reminisces about the success of “A Decade of Design in Rhode Island,” held at Machines with Magnets, marking the organization’s 10th Anniversary during DESIGN WEEK RI (Sep…
Read MoreCall for records for new Rhode Island Portuguese American Archives at Rhode Island College
Marie Fraley, co-founder and former director of the Institute for Portuguese and Lusophone World Studies at Rhode Island College and former managing director of the Portuguese American Leadership Council of the United States, has donated $25,000 to the college to establish the Joseph George Ray Portuguese American Archives Endowed Fund. Administered by the Rhode Island…
Read MorePawtucket neighbors to Greek church: Save the Read-Ott House, or let us do it – David Sisson
by David Sisson Our Quality Hill Neighborhood group, in Pawtucket, is rightfully upset about the proposed demolition of the Read-Ott House on Walcott Street. This home is owned by the Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, also in Pawtucket, which have been poor stewards of the property. Their proposal is to demolish the home. Essentially, demolition by…
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