Archive for November 2024
Networking Pick(s) of the Week: Nurses event, Workforce Ready, Hobbit House RI Recommends
The Rhode Island State Nurses Association (ANA-RI) will hold its Annual Meeting, on November 11, 2024, under the theme “Amplify Your Voice.” Held on Veteran’s Day, this year’s gathering will include a special acknowledgment of those nurses who have served in the military, celebrating their dedication and contributions to both the healthcare and armed services…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for November 4, 2024 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Slightly warmer as high pressure passes to the east and brings air flow around to the south-southeast. Cloud cover will prevail with breaks in the overcast on occasion. Morning lows in the low 30’s rising to the mid 50’s with a light south-southeasterly breeze. It’s a “B” day! ___ Follow John’s…
Read MoreThe Second Fifty: Seniors are happy, expect lives to improve, hold optimistic views – Herb Weiss
by Herb Weiss, contributing writer, aging issues It seems that America’s older adults are not fearful of aging. With optimism they are embracing it. That’s what the findings of a new AARP survey reveal in exploring the second half of life. AARP’s 2024 survey of adults ages 50 and over reveals that older adults have an…
Read MoreWhen women use their power – Mary T. O’Sullivan
by Mary T. O’Sullivan, MSOL, business leadership “Women belong in all places where decisions are being made. It shouldn’t be that women are the exception.”— Ruth Bader Ginsburg Women in the United States have been experiencing the glass ceiling since the mid 1800s. Awareness to bias against women began with Abigail Adams, the First Lady,…
Read MoreAsk Chef Walter: Some Chest-nutting, Castagnaccio – Walter Potenza
by Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer Friends: In this article we cover the chestnut and one of the famous dishes created named Castagnaccio. During a recent food tour to Tuscany, I stopped at the Pasticceria Pugi in Florence and sampled the traditional and ancient recipe. Much like cereals, a remarkable fruit rich in complex carbohydrates,…
Read More2,500 “Buckets for Vets” packed at Ocean State Job Lot, for PA veterans in need of winter items.
Photos: Courtesy Ocean State Job Lot Ocean State Job Lot (OSJL), the region’s premier discount retail chain with 153 stores across the Northeast, and its Charitable Foundation, today filled more than 2,500 ‘Buckets for Vets’ to provide veterans and military families at risk with warm coats, protective clothing and essential cold-weather supplies to aid them…
Read MoreNearly 1/2 of us expect negative mental health impact from election, (D) 250% more than (R).
In a random survey, 46% reported that their mental health will be negatively affected if their preferred candidate loses; Democrats are 250% more likely than Republicans to have their mental health extremely negatively affected by election results An annual holiday stress survey has also revealed the stakes of the upcoming presidential election in mental health…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for November 3, 2024 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Still cool under a partly cloudy sky, chilly morning lows around freezing warming to the low 50’s by afternoon with a light northerly breeze. It’s a “B” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY John Donnelly was born in Hialeah, Florida and moved back to Rhode Island…
Read MoreGimme’ Shelter: Litterbug at EGAPL The Heart of RI Animal Rescue League
Litter your life with love, meet Litterbug! His smile is infectious! He is so smart, he wants to learn everything! He is only ten months old so very much a puppy who’s got energy and lots of spunk! Litterbug is a mixed breed pup with a beautiful colorful coat and eyes that sparkle with excitement!…
Read MoreBurn with Kearns: Secret Weapon #2 for the 50+, The Bosu! – Kevin Kearns
by Kevin Kearns, contributing writer on exercise and fitness Revitalize Your Fitness Routine with BOSU Workouts: Perfect for the 50+ Active Lifestyle! If you’re 50 or older and looking to keep your workouts challenging yet joint-friendly, the BOSU balance trainer might be your next best friend in fitness! Often seen as just a tool for…
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