Archive for April 2024
National unionization of pharmacy professionals reaches 2 Rhode Island CVS stores
The Pharmacy Guild is undertaking a national unionization movement of pharmacy professionals, and two CVS corporate retail stores have confirmed with them that they have filed to unionize. The Pharmacy Guild provided a statement – and following this is CVS’ statement on the unionization. Statement of The Pharmacy Guild on the attempt to unionize CVS…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for April 17, 2024 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Mostly cloudy skies plague the area, but seasonable temps govern the day. Highs in the mid 60’s, lows in the mid 40’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…
Read MoreFormer Cranston City Councilor Aniece Germain says let the “truth be told” on her resignation
Photo: Aniece Germain FB page Approximately a week ago, Cranston City Councilor, Aniece Germain abruptly resigned her position on the Democrat majority Council, citing both “Cranston politics” and issues with her non-profit, Hope and Change for Haiti. She posted several public statements regarding what she says led to her resignation. RINewsToday reached out to Germain…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for April 16, 2024 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist High pressure slips in and keeps up in the clear for the day, lots of sun and clear skies. Highs in the mid 60’s and lows in the mid 40’s with a light northwesterly breeze. It’s an “A” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY John Donnelly…
Read MoreART! Gallery Night: Providence art tours. Walk or ride. Guided or go on your own.
Gallery Night Providence sets tour night
Read MoreTop 5 hacks to kick-start your vegetable garden – Mary Hunt
starting your garden
Read MoreRI nonprofits share in Point32Health Foundation grants for equity in aging, social and racial justice
Investments advance equity in aging and support social and racial justice The Point32Health Foundation has awarded 20 grants totaling more than $2 million to nonprofit organizations advancing equity in aging and social and racial justice initiatives. “Communities with fewer resources are more likely to experience significant health disparities,” said Greg Shell, chair of the Point32Health Foundation…
Read MoreBusiness Beat: BankNewport promotes Evan Rose
BankNewport Promotes Evan Rose to Premier Banking Manager BankNewport is pleased to announce that Evan Rose has been promoted to vice president, premier banking manager. Rose has been with the Bank for over 14 years, having held several leadership and management positions within the Retail Group, most recently as vice president, retail sales support manager, where he led all retail sales and service…
Read MoreTradição! Portugal’s passionate about it’s symbol
Last year a new government party took power in Portugal. One of the first things the party leadership did was to switch up the country’s logo. Going from a “coat of arms” to a more modern, stylized, logo of graphic symbols… However! Elections have consequences, and this year another party took control – and –…
Read MoreThe legislative wish list of Rhode Island’s groups on aging – Herb Weiss
by Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues The Rhode Island General Assembly’s 2024 session kicked off on Jan. 2, 2024, scheduled to adjourn on June 30, 2024. According to LegiScan, over the last three months 2,164 bills have been thrown into the legislative hopper. “The state budget will likely be voted upon by the…
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