Archive for March 2024
It’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 MoreAlexandria Evers to be crowned Rhode Island Cherry Blossom Princess, to represent state in DC
Alexandria Evers Named 2024 Rhode Island Cherry Blossom Princess Delegate.Crowning Ceremony On March 20th Blackstone Valley Tourism Council, the State Society of Rhode Island, and the Rhode Island Japan American Society are pleased to announce that Cumberland native, Alexandria Evers is the 2024 Rhode Island Cherry Blossom Princess and will represent our state at the…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for March 13, 2024 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist High pressure still bringing some light southerly air in and with it, a tiny bit of warmth, approaching 60 we’ll be in the afternoon, from morning lows in the upper 30’s. It’s an “A-” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY John Donnelly was born in Hialeah,…
Read MoreA shock to the system – Jen Brien
remembering ron st. pierre
Read MoreDefense against extreme fires, Rhode Island to do prescribed burn in Arcadia Management Area
Photo: DEM’s Forest Fire Program conducting a successful prescribed fire at Pratt Farm last spring. Credit: Jason Caswell, DEM Office of Emergency Response. The Department of Environmental Management (DEM) has announced that depending on weather and wind conditions, DEM’s Forest Fire Program plans on conducting a low-severity prescribed burn at Pratt Farm in the Arcadia Management Area, located…
Read MoreFirst Responder Deal Days at Ocean State Job Lot
Special offer from region’s premier closeout retailer to give gift cards equal to 40% of $20+ purchase to all first responders and public safety workers from March 14th to March 20th Ocean State Job Lot (OSJL), the region’s premier discount retail chain with 153 stores across the Northeast, is pleased to announce the return of…
Read MoreART! Alton Stuckey’s portraits at Newport Art Museum
Renowned self-taught artist, Alton Stuckey, is excited to announce the unveiling of his exhibition at the Newport Art Museum. From now until March 22, 2024, visitors are invited to experience the captivating series of portraits that showcase Stuckey’s commitment to celebrating diversity and addressing pressing social issues. As a Providence-based artist with a passion for portraiture,…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for March 12, 2024 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist A mostly clear day and a touch warmer, afternoon highs hitting the mid 50’s from morning lows in the mid 30’s with a northwesterly breeze. It’s an “A-” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY John Donnelly was born in Hialeah, Florida and moved back to Rhode…
Read MoreRon St. Pierre, iconic Rhode Island broadcaster, writer for RINewsToday, has died
RIP Ron St. Pierre
Read MoreProvidence Children’s Museum: Cultural Connections program hosts Irish Dance Team
Providence Children’s Museum will host Tir Na Nog Irish Dancers for its March edition of Cultural Connections on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. and 11:20 a.m. PCM’s Cultural Connections connects arts and humanities institutions across RI to young children, providing access to families who may otherwise not be able to experience them. This…
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