Archive for February 2024
Outdoors in RI: For the birds! – Take the kiddos to Audubon for school vacation week – Jeff Gross
by Jeff Gross, contributing writer Last year the Audubon Society of RI released its “State of our Birds”. This year the conservation group says the decline in bird populations is sobering. Nearly every group of birds is declining. They say: Across North America, birds are declining. As indicators of environmental health, the loss of roughly…
Read MoreSchool Vacation Week events at Providence Children’s Museum. Karyn Parsons on Friday
Fresh Prince of Bel Air star & children’s author, Karyn Parsons to visit Providence Children’s Museum as part of week-long February School Vacation special activities PCM Extends Hours for February Break Get ready for a week full of fun, laughter, and unforgettable memories at Providence Children’s Museum (PCM) during the February school vacation. PCM will…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for February 15, 2024 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist The day starts out fine enough, if a bit cool, morning lows around 20 and afternoon highs in the mid 30’s with a northwesterly breeze. A clipper system flies through later in the evening, with maybe a dusting to an inch of accumulated snow by Friday morning. It’s a “C” day!…
Read MoreUniversity Orthopedics launches Comprehensive Spasticity Management Clinic
Providing much-needed relief to patients with spasticity resulting from stroke, neurologic conditions With the formation of its Comprehensive Spasticity Management Clinic, University Orthopedics today announced it is now able to offer a multidisciplinary and comprehensive approach to spasticity treatment that is unique in Rhode Island and Greater Boston. The clinic is led by Dr. Zachary Bohart – a…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 15.02.24 (Agent Orange rule change, events, more) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, veterans writer Agent Orange Rule Change VA proposed rule change on Agent Orange acknowledges Agent Orange release at military installations located in United States. This rule change could grant benefits to thousands of Veterans who served at military installations located in the United States. Included would be thousands of Rhode Island…
Read MoreWe Cook! Mill’s Tavern Seared Scallops & Risotto w/shaved Truffle, Beet Puree Cream, Herb Oil
by Executive Chef Edward Bolus, Mill’s Tavern Seared Scallops & Risotto with Shaved Truffle, Beet Purée Cream and Herb Oil: Mill’s Tavern has crafted an exquisite dish featuring luscious, seared scallops served with a vibrant beet purée cream, earthy shaved truffles, creamy risotto, and a drizzle of house-made herb oil, adding a touch of freshness…
Read MoreRon & Jen’s Great Escape, February 14, 2024 – Ron St. Pierre and Jen Brien
by Ron St. Pierre and Jen Brien, commentary IS YOUR MICROWAVE CLEAN? Let’s just start here and say I AIN’T NO SCIENTIST… or an ENGLISH MAJOR for that matter. I’m a human, having human experiences, and trying to find my way in this world. Sometimes I’ve gotten it right… many times I haven’t, but what…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for February 14, 2024 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist High pressure brings the cold air, and whatever slush is left will freeze. Watch the black ice. Morning lows in the low 20’s rising only to the sub-freezing low 30’s with a brisk northerly breeze. It’s a “C” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY John Donnelly…
Read MoreIt’s Sour Grapes time! – Tim Jones
by Timothy Jones, cartoonist __ Meet Tim! He’ll be at the New England Fan Fest, this Saturday at the Crowne Plaza in Warwick. http://www.Liveshows.immortalseats.com ___ 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…
Read MoreRhode Island economy looking up, caution still advised: URI economist, Leonard Lardaro
Rhode Island’s economy held relatively steady in December, says University of Rhode Island economist Leonard Lardaro, as he awaits revised labor market data that will provide a fuller picture of the state’s economic progress. The creator of the Current Conditions Index says existing data paints a somewhat disappointing picture with a December CCI of 58.…
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