Archive for April 2024
It is what it is – Jen Brien
by Jen Brien, contributing writer, commentary IF WOMEN GET “TO CHOOSE”, WHY DON’T WE HAVE A CHOICE? You ever wonder why a lot of people scream and rant about “my body, my choice” around election cycles, but ignore the rest of women’s issues out there? I sure do. I mean, how can the same party…
Read MoreTime for Sour Grapes – Tim Jones
by Timothy Jones, contributing writer, cartoonist ___ Tim will be at C2E2 in Chicago this coming weekend, April 26-28 with the National Cartoonist Society: ___ 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 MoreTenor and Pianist, Michael DiMucci: Songs From the Heart at Linden Place Mansion
Tenor and Pianist, Michael DiMucci, Presents Songs From the Heart at Linden Place Mansion Tenor and pianist, Michael DiMucci, returns to the Linden Place Ballroom on Sunday, April 28 at 2:00 p.m for the Mansion’s season-opening concert. DiMucci presents a concert of love songs from the movies, the American Songbook, classical & Italian repertoire as well Broadway…
Read MoreWorld War II Veteran, Louis Dolce, turns 100 – TODAY
Local US Coast Guard Veteran, Louis Dolce Sr. turns 100 – today. Among many of the birthday cards and gifts Louie has and will be receiving have been Happy Birthday wishes from the ownership of the New England Patriots, Josh Kraft, President of New England Patriot Foundation and Andre Tippit Hall of Fame. Louie was one…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for April 24, 2024 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist A cold front sweeps in from the west and triggers showers from mid morning through mid afternoon with the chance for a thunderstorm as the actual front passes through at the tail end of the showery period. Temps range from morning lows around 40 to afternoon highs around 60 with a…
Read MorePassover notes from Rome – Chef Walter Potenza
Friends: As a chef and a researcher, delving into the rich tapestry of Italian Cuisine is an electrifying journey through history, culture, and unparalleled traditions. And within this mosaic, the presence of Jewish communities adds layers of flavor and depth that are both fascinating and delicious. This Passover may not be as festive as others,…
Read MoreCentral gathering place in Warwick ready to break ground as Greenwood Credit Union City Hall Plaza
Groundbreaking Ceremony for Greenwood Credit Union City Hall Plaza Photo: Alexandra Jolivet, Warwick A groundbreaking ceremony will be held on Thursday, April 25th at 11am for what will soon be the Greenwood Credit Union City Hall Plaza. Located directly behind City Hall, the Greenwood Credit Union City Hall Plaza will consist of an outdoor skating rink…
Read MoreJohnston secures federal funds for all 9 home buyouts on Belfield Drive with persistent flooding
Town of Johnston Secures Federal Funding for Home Buyouts to Address PersistentFlooding Issues on Belfield Drive The Town of Johnston and Mayor Joseph M. Polisena, Jr. announced that the Townhas successfully secured federal funding from the Natural Resources Conservation Service(NRCS), a division of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, to address persistent flooding issueson Belfield Drive,…
Read MoreART! Celebrating 13 years of Art Connection RI – at Shri Yoga
Photo, top: Art of Herman Brewster Celebrating 13 Years of Connecting Lives With Art! Art Connection RI is throwing a fundraising party to help strengthen their mission to Connect Lives With Art! We are thrilled to have the event at Shri Yoga, whose community-driven values align with their own. Come help celebrate the positive impact…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for April 23, 2024 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist High pressure remains to our south and keeps us in the clear for another day. Calm winds and clear skies overnight lead to some frosty windshields in the morning as surface temps will dip into the freezing zone. Actual surfaces, that is, like the ground and windshields, high and low temps…
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