Preservation Society symposium for 50th Anniversary of “Monumenta” scupture exhibition

Photos courtesy William and Gael Crimmins. Photo, top: Windtotem by David Smith at The Elms. On August 17 in 1974, the opening of a groundbreaking exhibition called Monumenta showcased 54 outdoor sculptures across the Newport landscape by 40 artists, including Willem de Kooning, Louise Nevelson, Henry Moore, Barnett Newman, Richard Fleischner, David Smith and Christo. In celebration…

Read More

Defending the legacy of Federal Hill – by Walter Potenza

federal hill

by Master Chef Walter Potenza, commentary Dear readers: Federal Hill, located in Providence, Rhode Island, epitomizes a neighborhood of immense cultural significance, profound historical relevance, and outstanding community cohesion. Often affectionately termed Providence’s Little Italy, it poignantly represents the Italian immigrant experience in North America.  Over the years, families have established their livelihoods within this…

Read More

Back to School: 3rd annual School Supply Drive for Family Service at Grieco Automotive

Donate new Backpacks & Supplies August 7 – 24 Grieco Automotive Group dealerships in Johnston, East Providence, Middletown, and Seekonk, MA have announced the company’s 3rd Annual School Supply Drive, collecting new backpacks and school supplies to benefit the South Providence Health Equity Zone through Family Service of Rhode Island (FSRI) through August 24. The supplies will be distributed…

Read More

Rhode Island Weather for August 15, 2024 – Jack Donnelly

weather

by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Surface high pressure slides a bit to the east, bringing light winds around from the southeast. Some cool air aloft will allow for some isolated to scattered convective activity during the afternoon enhanced by daytime heating, meaning the slight chance of a thunderstorm, but should not be widespread. Highs in the…

Read More