Archive for December 2024
Rhode Island Weather for December 15, 2024 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist High pressure slides just a bit east, retreating to the coastal waters. Cloud cover moves in through the afternoon as mid level steering flow guides the advancement of the next weather maker currently over the mid-west. Still cold, morning lows in the upper teens rising to the low 30’s with a…
Read More(Updated) Take steps NOW if you are at risk from Rhode Island’s massive cybersecurity breach
UPDATES in RED What you need to do – TODAY – to secure your identity, credit, and finances in the State of Rhode Island’s most recent – and one of the most serious cybersecurity breaches. Even if you have never applied or received benefits through one of the state’s systems, known collectively as RIBridges, some…
Read MoreAsk Chef Walter: Chickpeas, savory and sweet – Walter Potenza
by Executive Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer Friends: Around the holidays, many Italian regions take advantage of chickpeas for their savory and sweet dishes. In this overview, there are some interesting details about this ancient legume and a recipe for the Sicilian Panelle. Chickpeas, commonly known as garbanzo beans, have been cultivated for over a…
Read MoreReal Estate in RI: East Side Colonial, $3.65M. Compass (seller) & Residential Properties (buyer)
Compass announced the sale of 137 Grotto Avenue in Providence for $3,650,000. Kira Greene, founding agent of Compass Providence, and Debby Ladd of Compass’ Little Compton office represented the Seller in this transaction. The Frank Mauran Jr. House is a masterpiece of architectural design nestled in the coveted Grotto area of the East Side of…
Read MoreBurn with Kearns: Move and Improve Today – Kevin Kearns
by Kevin Kearns, contributing writer on exercise and fitness Exercise: Your Best Medicine for a Healthier, Longer Life As we embrace our 40’s ,50s 60’s and beyond, the gift of longevity comes with its own set of challenges and opportunities. The choices we make in these years are critical, and exercise often stands out as…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for December 14, 2024
Should be much like yesterday, bright sun. Highs in upper 30s, low in high 20s. Cold and brisk! No sign of rain or that other fluffy stuff so far. It’s a “B+” day! ___ Follow weather forecasts, here: WEATHER
Read MoreOut and About in RI: at the Aldersbridge Gala
The Aldersbridge Communities‘ 2024 fundraising gala raised a record-breaking $112,000 in support of The Loft at Linn, a new affordable assisted living memory care community in East Providence. The “Adding Life to Years” Gala, held on December 5th at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, brought together 200 guests to celebrate the theme “Cherishing Memories of the…
Read MoreIn the News… recap for week ending Dec. 14, 2024
Each week we publish a quick synopsis of news notes of the week – in Rhode Island, regionally, nationally, and internationally. RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY Stefan Pryor who headed Housing in RI is now a partner in Palm Venture Studios – closest office is in Boston – specializing in turnaround capital for early-stage startups. Hadley…
Read MoreHundreds of thousands in Rhode Island could be impacted by massive cybersecurity breach
Governor Dan McKee, joined by members of his Administration, hosted a media announcement with an hour’s notice on Friday night at 7:30 p.m. regarding a cybersecurity breach of the RIBridges system. See video, below. Background On December 13, 2024, the State was informed by its vendor, Deloitte, that there was a major security threat to the…
Read MoreBusiness in RI: Mark A. Turco, MD named Rhode Island Life Science Hub Board President
The Board of Directors of the Rhode Island Life Science Hub has selected Mark A. Turco, MD, to be the organization’s first President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the organization announced today. Dr. Turco has more than 25 years of executive experience in advancing medical technology development, clinical medicine, academic research and innovation. His engagement…
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