Rhode Island Weather for July 18, 2024 – Jack Donnelly

by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Our miserable heat wave having been broken primarily by earlier cloud cover, we can now breathe a sigh of relief at least for a day as drier air will filter in from the northwest, with a sky displaying richer blue hues as the afternoon progresses. We’ll “enjoy” a high of around…

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Judge signals victory for property owners in beach access case

On Friday, Superior Court Judge Sarah Taft-Carter said Rhode Island’s novel beach access law violates property owners’ rights, a major victory for those who own coastal property. In an order denying the State’s motion for summary judgement, Judge Taft-Carter wrote that the law results in an unconstitutional taking of private property.   “Our clients are gratified…

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We Cook! Mill’s Tavern’s Summer Ale Braised Black Angus Short Ribs

Summer Ale Braised Black Angus Short Ribs (Serves 4): Experience the taste of summer with Mill’s Tavern’s Summer Ale Braised Black Angus Short Ribs, complemented by a refreshing corn succotash and tangy beer barbeque sauce. This seasonal dish is perfect for family dinner on the deck! Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 3 hours Total…

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Time for Sour Grapes! – Tim Jones

by Timothy Jones, cartoonist ___ Meet Tim at at Plastic City Comic Con this coming Saturday, July 20 in Leominster, MA: ___ 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…

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It is what it is – Jen Brien

by Jen Brien, contributing writer, commentary WE ARE ALL MELTING! Hi gang!  I’m not sure who the first one was to say this, but it’s so true… “IT’S NOT THE HEAT, IT’S THE HUMIDITY!” ENOUGH. The humidity has been relentless. I do not remember it like this last summer. At all. Good news is 65-ISH…

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