Archive for May 2024
It’s Sour Grapes time! – Tim Jones
by Timothy Jones, contributing cartoonist ___ Next Sunday, May 19, Tim Jones will be at : The Fall River Toy and Comic Palooza! Arion Events Fall River Toy and Comic Palooza ___ Originally from Attleboro, Massachusetts, Tim lives with his wife and two daughters in Smithfield, RI. He is a cartoonist, freelance illustrator, author and comedian.…
Read MoreCVS acquires Hella Health to offer seniors simplified online Medicare shopping
Hella Health describes itself as offering a “simple and painless Medicare online shopping platform for the new generation of savvy consumers”. This month they were acquired by RI-based CVS. Hella Health released the only statement of the two companies on the acquisition: “Hella Health empowers older Americans to live healthy, happy lives, starting with a…
Read MoreRI violates civil rights of children with behavioral health disabilities. “An utter void in crisis services”
United States Attorney Zachary A. Cunha District of Rhode Island held a press conference yesterday to announce that the state of Rhode Island – and DCYF, specifically – has violated federal civil rights laws by “routinely and unnecessarily segregating children with mental health and/or developmental disabilities”. The violations note the placement of children at Bradley…
Read MoreDevelopmental Disability News: New US probe brings urgency to RI funding debate – Gina Macris
By Gina Macris, publisher, Developmental Disabilities News (Article was being developed as the US Attorney, Cunha, called his press conference to announce the civil rights violation of children with behavioral health disabilities) Private agencies providing health and human services to vulnerable Rhode Islanders stand to get far less money than recommended by the state Office…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for May 14, 2024 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist High pressure breaks of the dense cloud cover, and keeps u dry in the low levels for the day. Highs in the mid 70’s from morning lows in the upper 40’s with a southwesterly breeze. It’s an “A-” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY John Donnelly…
Read MoreBe prepared for harmful algae blooms this summer
Photo: RI DEM Rhode Islanders Reminded to Be Prepared for Harmful Algae Blooms this Summer and to Avoid Contact with Little Beach at Slack’s Reservoir in Smithfield With recreational activities on the state’s lakes, ponds, and rivers set to increase in the coming weeks, the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) and the Rhode Island…
Read MoreART! Flower Power at Jessica Hagen Fine Art + Design, Newport
Photo: Garden Jean Marie Bucich oil/canvas 40” x 60” $6,800 A new exhibit is coming to and end in about 5 days at the Jessica Hagen Fine Art + Design. FLOWER POWER exhibition closes May 19th at the 9A Bridge Street, Newport gallery. Jessica Hagen at [email protected] or 401-835-7682 FLOWER POWER, a much-loved annual exhibition…
Read MoreLet seniors vote on Social Security fixes – Herb Weiss
Next November, Let Seniors Vote on Social Security Fixes By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues The recently released 2024 Social Security and Medicare Trustees report shows an improved outlook for these programs. This year’s projections show that Social Security can pay its benefits and cover administrative costs now until 2035, one year longer than projected in…
Read MoreNetworking Pick of the Week: Business During Hours luncheon – East Providence Chamber
Join the East Providence Chamber of Commerce for their Business During Hours Networking Luncheon on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, from noon to 1:30pm. The event will be held at Davenport’s in East Providence: Davenport’s 1925 Pawtucket Ave., East Providence, RI 02914 The Chamber’s monthly luncheon is held on the second Tuesday of the month at…
Read MoreJack’s Angle: Thinking through 6 weeks of hospitalization, rehab – John J. “Jack” Partridge
by John J. “Jack” Partridge, contributing writer, commentary Being bedridden for a long period gives one a respite from many daily cares and duties and is also a rare opportunity to research and think through many issues. I was lucky because of my family and thoughtful institutional care at Miriam and Bethany Home to have…
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