Archive for February 2024
Rhode Island Weather for February 6, 2024 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist A kink in the upper atmosphere will generate cloud cover through the day with minimal sunshine breaking through. Rain should not be a factor, though. Still cool, morning lows in the upper 20’s rising to afternoon highs into the mid 30’s with a northeasterly breeze keeping chill temps in the 20’s.…
Read MoreSummer ferry reservations for vehicles opening for Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket, after tech glitches
The Woods Hole, Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket Steamship Authority has scheduled new online opening dates and times for its summer vehicle reservations. The general public may start booking summer reservations on the Nantucket route at 8 a.m. Thursday, February 8, 2024. Booking for summer reservations on the Martha’s Vineyard route will open at 8 a.m.…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for February 5, 2024 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Monday 2/4/24: Clear skies with high pressure still in control, plenty of sun, but still just a touch on the cool side with afternoon highs barely cracking 40 and morning ows in the upper 20’s with a light northerly breeze. It’s a “B” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER…
Read MoreWhat’s the trick to innovative interviewing – Mary T. O’Sullivan
by Mary T. O’Sullivan, MSOL, contributing writer “A prudent question is one-half of wisdom.” – Francis Bacon Think about this, you’ve sent out dozens of resumes, and had only a few responses. Then, you get a call from a company with a position you’ve trained for, studied for, and dreamed about forever. Your referrals check out,…
Read MoreOur Networking Pick of the Week – a two-fer: Johnston TONIGHT, by the water on Wednesday
Lots of networking this week, but two pop out at us. The first is TONIGHT in Johnston – Real Estate Industry Networking – from 5:30 to 7:30pm at The Ave Bar & Grille, 1428 Hartford Ave in Johnston. A fun networking social to come out see some familiar faces and meet some new professionals and…
Read MoreNational Unclaimed Property: time to check if there’s any for you, avoid fraud texts
Rhode Island General Treasurer James A. Diossa marked National Unclaimed Property Day in a new video. “This National Unclaimed Property Day, I am spreading awareness to make sure people are reunited with their money,” said General Treasurer Diossa. “More than 300,000 Rhode Islanders have property waiting to be returned to them and I want it returned to them. I…
Read MoreADU legislation sailing through lower chamber – Herb Weiss
By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues With the strong support of House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi, one of nine cosponsors of H. 7062, last week the House Committee on Municipal Government and Housing approved a legislative proposal that would be a boost to housing production by helping Rhode Islanders to develop accessory dwelling units…
Read MoreJack’s Angle: 5 in 1, as the people wait – John J. “Jack” Partridge
Commentary by John J. “Jack” Partridge, contributing writer #1 – Pity the poor voter in this presidential election. It is supposed to be a time to set priorities. Instead, we have two candidates who seemingly are unpopular, personally, with 50% of the electorate. Joe Biden is unpopular because of the state of affairs domestically, and…
Read MoreIn The Arena: Joe Paolino Jr. talks with Greg Amore, RI Secretary of State
Each week Joe Paolino Jr. talks with leaders in Rhode Island. At the beginning of January he interviewed Greg Amore, Rhode Island Secretary of State. Amore is an East Providence resident and filled us in on some of the early days of the I-195 highway problems. They go on to talk about plans for a…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for February 4, 2023 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist The second half a quite a nice winter weekend hands us more sunshine and warmer than normal afternoon highs in the upper 40’s from morning lows around 30 with a light northeasterly breeze. It’s an “A” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY John Donnelly was born…
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