Archive for December 2024
Rhode Island Weather for Dec. 19, 2024 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Cold front passes through in the night with rain ending in the morning. High temperatures in the mid 40’s and lows in the upper 30’s wit a gusty northwesterly breeze. It’s a “B” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY John Donnelly was born in Hialeah, Florida…
Read MoreBusiness Beat: The Preserve Sporting Shoppe expands. Outdoor holiday gifts. Children’s area.
The Preserve Sporting Club & Resort Announces 30,000 Square Foot Expansion of Sporting Shoppe The Preserve Sporting Club & Resort – New England’s “finest sporting club” and a Preferred Hotel & Resort – has announced the property’s recent expansion and renovation of its Sporting Shoppe, adding 30,000 square feet to the existing space. The expansion aims to…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 19.12.24 (104 WWII Veteran Medeiros, 2024 review…) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer, veterans issues 104-year-old RI Battle of Bulge Survivor, WWII Veteran Arthur Medeiros; one of Rhode Island’s Most Decorated Living Combat Veterans and John A. Cianci RI WWII Survivor of Battle Of Bulge December 16, 2024 marked the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Bulge, also known as the Ardennes Offensive,…
Read MoreWe Cook! Mill’s Tavern Hot Honey Seared Long Island Duck, Quinoa, Cannellini Bean Salad
Hot Honey Seared Long Island Duck with Tri-Colored Quinoa, Cannellini Bean Salad, and Blood Orange-Sherry Gastrique (Serves 4) This dish brings together crispy, honey-glazed Long Island duck, a simple tri-colored quinoa salad, and a tangy blood orange-sherry gastrique for a flavorful family meal, courtesy of Mill’s Tavern! Prep Time: 20 minutesCook Time: 30 minutesTotal Time: 50…
Read MoreDementia. Tips from Aldersbridge for a good holiday. Mindful decorating, daytime events, etc.
According to the Alzheimer’s Association Rhode Island Chapter, over 22,000 individuals over the age of 65 live in Rhode Island with some form of dementia. Recognizing that the holidays can be stressful and overwhelming for family members caring at home for older adults living with a cognitive diagnosis, The Loft at Linn, Aldersbridge Communities’ newest…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for December 18, 2024 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist A clear start to the day begins to turn ugly by late afternoon with some light rain expected by evening and carrying through the night. Highs in the mid 50’s and morning lows in the mid 30’s with alight west-southwesterly breeze. It’s a “B” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here:…
Read MoreIt’s Sour Grapes time! – Tim Jones
by Timothy Jones, cartoonist ___ Tim Jones: 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…
Read MoreFoodborn illness outbreaks cause USDA to enact stronger measures to protect public
FSIS Announces Stronger Measures to Protect the Public from Listeria monocytogenes The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) today announced several new steps to strengthen the agency’s oversight of food processing facilities it regulates (meat, poultry and egg products) and ensure safe food. These steps reflect the agency’s continual effort…
Read MoreIt is what it is – Dec. 18, 2024 – Jen Brien
by Jennnifer Brien, contributing writer, commentary CRAZY $H!T I DO AS AN “OLDER PERSON”… TURN MY CAR RADIO OFF TO SEE WHERE I AM GOING WHEN LOST JUDGE MY NEIGHBORS AS “SQUALOR LIVING DYSFUNCTIONAL MESSES” IF THEIR TRASH BINS ARE OUT FOR MORE THAN 1 DAY AFTER COLLECTION TALK TO COMPLETE STRANGERS AS THOUGH THEY…
Read MoreWood River Health welcomes new pediatric patients from Hope Valley, Westerly area
Wood River Health’s Pediatric Nurse Practitioner is accepting new patients under the age of 18 at its Hope Valley and Westerly, RI facilities. A pediatric patient is a child or adolescent under the age of 18 who requires special care and accommodations due to their developing bodies. Pediatric patients have different needs than adults because…
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