Archive for September 2024
Johnston Senior Center’s 1st annual Bocce Tournament TODAY at Citizens campus
Photo: Citizens Bank Communities have added bocce courts into parks and recreation areas, but we don’t often get to see the play, learn about it, its history, rules, etc. That changes today in Johnston. The Johnston Senior Center will hold its First Annual Bocce Tournament, hosted by Citizens on their Johnston, Rhode Island campus on…
Read MoreAfter 45 years of umpiring, Warwick’s Tom Soares calls it a career – John Cardullo
by John Cardullo, sportswriter For the last 45 years Tom Soares has been a fixture on the City of Warwick’s softball field. Either playing at one of the city’s many men’s softball fields or by umpiring on those same fields. Although he had success playing and was a part of many championship teams, it was…
Read MoreGriefSPEAK: Black fascination – Mari Nardolillo Dias
by Mari Nardolillo Dias, EdD, contributing writer “Excuse my black fascination. Can you hold a thought of final destination? …Please don’t mind my temptation, excuse my black fascination.” Dean Petrella (Distractions). Death is the last ‘bad” word. Many are terrified of the thought of dying; some look forward to the transition. Looking forward to seeing…
Read MoreOutdoors in RI: Hike part 2, fishing, URI Rifle Team, photography, Library of Things, 2A – Jeff Gross
by Jeff Gross, contributing writer, outdoors and 2A In Part 2 of my Durfee Hill Management area hike, I found there is a large pond in the northern section of the property. A very appealing body of water that may be stocked with trout as there is a trout sign in the parking lot. Guy…
Read MoreWe Cook! Mill’s Tavern’s Grilled New Zealand Rack of Lamb, Pilaf, Labneh, Blueberry Mint Demi
Grilled New Zealand Rack of Lamb, Lebanese Rice Pilaf, Lemon Labneh, and Blueberry Mint Demi (Serves 4): This dish from the team at Mill’s Tavern brings together succulent grilled lamb, fragrant Lebanese rice pilaf, tangy lemon labneh, and a vibrant blueberry mint demi-glace, perfect for any elegant dinner or special occasion at home! Prep Time:…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather forecast for Sept. 5, 2024 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist How do you keep describing near carbon copies of perfect weather? With a creative spirit, that’s how! This week has been the Apotheosis of idyllic late summer weather, crisp and dry air under a brilliantly lit cerulean blue sky. Morning lows in the mid 50’s, just chilly enough to hint at…
Read More“We, the undersigned…” – Medical staff at South County Hospital say urgent attention needed
On Wednesday afternoon we received a letter physicians and medical staff at South County Health and South County Hospital. The letter, printed in full below, follows a June action where hematology oncology providers resigned citing “chronic underfunding of the health care delivery system”. The physicians said they have taken this extraordinary step due to the…
Read MoreBankRI Food Drive tops 4,300 pounds of food, and $19K for 14 Rhode Island food pantries
Photo: BankRI’s Johnston branch leading the way with more than 1,000 items collected on behalf of Tri-Town Community Action Agency. Left to right: Leah Fiyod, Assistant Branch Manager; Donna Sangermano, Johnston Branch Manager; Dawn Santos, Sr. Teller; Holly Pettis, Teller Supervisor; and Darius Poole, Sr. Teller. BankRI’s recently completed food drive led to more than…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 05.09.24 (disability claims, vet events, resources) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer, veterans issues Questions from our readers: Q: – I am rated 10% for my right knee, which has worsened and now I need a total knee replacement, what should I do? Bill, Pascoag, RI A: – Step 1, file a VBA Form 21-526EZ for temp 100% based on replacement…
Read MoreRhode Island Foundation awards nearly $400K to 63 projects, in 18 cities and towns
Photo: Casey Johnson displays two bee species as WRWC volunteers behind her work on cultivating a pollinator garden along the river in Providence. Credit: Connie Grosch for the Rhode Island Foundation. In a time when division seems to rule, it’s never been more important to support work that brings people together. The Rhode Island Foundation announced…
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