Archive for March 2024
Business Beat: Seven Hills Customized Employment Program proves model for success
Customized Employment at Seven Hills in Woonsocket, RI has been considered a success for Joe, whcontinues to prove the value of the program as he grows and progresses at work, and in life Seven Hills Rhode Island, a comprehensive health and human services organization supporting more than 1,000 residents throughout the state, has more than…
Read MoreGriefSPEAK: Remembering until the end of time – Mari Nardolillo Dias
by Mari Nardolillo Dias, EdD, contributing writer Some of us plan each and every detail of our Celebration of Life. Others not so much. Still others – nada. I share my clients’ sadness over a loved one’s death without any preamble, verbal or written. I admire others who have peace as they know what their…
Read MoreRI State Fire Marshal issues warnings and advice on lithium batteries in the home
An e-bike lithium battery is being blamed for starting a fire inside an apartment on Tiogue Avenue in Coventry on Monday night. Through their investigation, the Office of the State Fire Marshal determined the lithium battery was plugged-in with a charger that was not compatible. As a result, three people were transported to Rhode Island…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for March 15, 2024 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Low pressure passes through before the dawn, with mostly cloudy conditions for the rest of the day. Afternoon highs in the upper 50’s and evening lows in the mid 40’s with a gusty northwesterly breeze. It’s a “B-” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY John Donnelly…
Read MoreWashington Bridge: “We understand the problem – and we have a plan to fix it”
A 3pm press conference revealed the future of the Washington Bridge – and the future of so many Rhode Islanders as they make their way around and about the state. Watch it, here: Washington Bridge update – https://fb.watch/qP0RRYxsIk/ The presentation began with the summary – the Westbound side of the Washington Bridge will need to…
Read MoreOutdoors in RI: All 2A, this day – Jeff Gross
by Jeff Gross, contributing writer I am stunned! Two back-to-back nights at the RI State House of the annual Anti-Gun Follies and Comedy show. At least in 2024 we were out at 8pm on Tuesday and 9pm on Wednesday. This year saw the usual emotion style antics by the anti-gun mob. At the House Judiciary hearings…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for March 14, 2024 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Finally, some warmth fed by light southerly flow with afternoon highs approaching 65 degrees! Morning lows in the upper 30’s with the chance for some evening showers as a warm front approaches from the west. It’s an “A-” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY John Donnelly…
Read MoreRI nonprofits: Deadline to register for United Way 401Gives
Friday is the Deadline for Nonprofits to Register for 401Gives – More organizations expected to participate than ever before as the state’s largest nonprofit philanthropic effort aims to raise $4 million+ in a single day April 1st – and with it, 401Gives – is just around the corner, and United Way of Rhode Island is reminding…
Read MoreJoin 1,000 Women, 80 businesses at RI Women’s Expo
RI Women’s Expo Returns to Crowne Plaza – more than 1,000 Women and 80 Local Businesses Pat Cruz Events is excited to bring you the Rhode Island Women’s Expo this Sunday, March 17th at Crowne Plaza in Warwick. Rhode Island Women’s Expo was founded by Pat Paolino Cruz in 2009 and is produced by Pat Cruz…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 14.03.24 (Women Warriors, benefits, events…) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer on veterans issues All About Women Warriors Serving 22 years, I have been blessed to have served side-by-side with some of the best of American soldiers, which include too many women warriors to mention. This month column is dedicated to all women warriors serving and have served. – Did…
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