Archive for May 2024
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 MoreIt is what it is – Jen Brien
by Jennifer Brien, contributing writer “CAN’T WE ALL JUST GET ALONG”? I think about that RODNEY KING quote quite a bit these days and the answer is “NO”. WE WILL NEVER, EVER, all get along BECAUSE the elite running this show don’t want us too. Don’t you guys notice all the crazy mixed messages that’s…
Read MoreMental Health Month: Bristol Warren schools first in RI to offer Counslr, 24/7 mental health app
Faculty Now Has Unlimited Access to Text-based Mental Health App, Students to Have Access This Fall, All Focused on Mitigating Heightened Academic and Social Stresses Counslr, the text-based mental health support mobile app, announced today that it has expanded its support into the State of Rhode Island through a partnership with the Bristol Warren Regional…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for May 29, 2024 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Dry air remains through the morning and into the afternoon before a low pressure area moves our way from the Great Lakes and gives us a chance for afternoon showers. Highs in the mid 70’s and lows in the mid 50’s with a light northwesterly breeze. It’s a “B” day! ___…
Read MoreTo Do in RI: (Updated) Cape Verdean St. Antonio Procession returns for 90th anniversary
Photo: from promotional video Cape Verdeans who live, work, play, and contribute to Rhode Island’s rich, ethnic diversity will join together with many from Massachusetts, Connecticut, and beyond on Sunday, June 2, 2024 to revive a cherished tradition – the St. Antonio Procession. The St. Antonio Cape Verdean Association, Rhode Island’s first Cape Verdean beneficent society, provided…
Read MoreStrong words from ACLU to Cranston City Council. Overreach must be addressed. Meeting TODAY.
The Cranston City Council meeting set for TODAY, Tuesday, May 28th at 7pm will consider the matter of the resignation of Councilwoman Aniece Germain (and the appointment of Kristen Haroian to fill her position) and the process of how that resignation occurred. The item on the agenda is as follows: The full agenda is here…
Read MoreART! Outsider Collectives Illustrator’s Art Show
Art, above, Oliver Tyce The Illustrator’s Show of The Outsider Collective will be held this Friday, May 31st 6-8pm. This show will highlight the members’ work who have a focus on Illustration. The Outsider Collective Gallery is located in the Hope Artiste Village which provides artists and members a unique opportunity to offer and sell…
Read MoreNetworking Pick of the Week – Good Networking Coffee Hour, No. Smithfield
Join fellow professionals on Thursday, May 30th from 8 to 9am at the monthly Good Networking Coffee Hour held at the Good Working co-working space. The group is inviting freelancers, business owners, or anyone looking to expand their network. The group meets regularly – the last Thursday of every month, from 8am-9am. Good Working is…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for May 28, 2024 – John Donnelly
weather for rhode island on may 28, 2024
Read MorePassing of college, NBA basketball legend Bill Walton strikes home – John Cardullo
by John Cardullo, sportswriter Photo, above: “Courtesy of Pac-12 Networks” I have to say that the news of the passing of basketball great Bill Walton hit me unexpectedly hard. In my youth I began following Providence College basketball like many college basketball fans did in Rhode Island. As the Providence College program grew, they began…
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