Archive for July 2024
Led by a vision for Cranston’s youth, community works together on $1.2M CLCF sports addition
CLCF sports addition opens in Cranston
Read MoreIt is what it is – Jen Brien
by Jen Brien, contributing writer, commentary “LONGTIME COMPANION” When I was growing up in the 80’s the AIDS epidemic was gripping the nation. It was decimating the gay community and there were real deep divides as to how to handle all that went with it from every angle. People were afraid to touch, hug or…
Read MoreFrequent fires add to pollution woes along Allens Avenue – (ecoRI News, Ocean State Stories)
Originally published by ecoRI.org, a nonprofit newsroom covering environmental news in Rhode Island. Read more at ecoRI.org – and Ocean State Stories, a media outlet that publishes journalism on issues of importance to Rhode Island’s diverse communities that often are neglected or under-reported. by Rob Smith/ecoRI News staff Ten days after a scrap metal fire was…
Read MoreSour Grapes time! – 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 MoreRhode Island Weather for July 31, 2024 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist A weak and slow moving cold front moves east from the Great Lakes, ahead of which showers will be developing in a sporadic manner, hit or miss in general, with high humidity and an afternoon high in the mid 80’s, lows in the low 70’s with a southerly breeze to take…
Read MoreTo Do in RI: Pops in the Park, Philharmonic at Roger Williams Park – Now Thurs, Aug. 1
Pops in the Park with RI Philharmonic
Read MoreReal Estate in RI: Highest Newport County sale, $7M+, with Lila Delman Compass
home sold in newport ri
Read MoreNew hospital in Rhode Island: Encompass Health Rehabilitation opening in Johnston
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital Johnston
Read MoreVineyard Wind installed largest offshore turbines in the world. Were they ready? – Nantucket Current
update on vineyard wind turbine accident
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for July 30, 2024 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Low pressure will be retreating into the Atlantic ocean, ending the direct threat for light rain. There will still be the conditions in place for some lingering mist and drizzle. Low pressure developing over the Great Lakes casually slides eastward, and will be Wednesday’s weather driver. Highs in the muggy upper…
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