Archive for February 2025
Homeless in RI: Rico froze to death on North Main St. in Providence – Janice Luongo, Street Sights
by Janice Luongo, Editor, Street Sights One day I was driving down Smith Street in Providence, and I saw a man sitting in an alcove with no coat on. I pulled over and got a coat from my car (I keep several there, in cold weather) and walked up to give it to him. I asked how I…
Read MoreFlu Infections are rising again – Nick Landekic
By Nick Landekic, contributing writer Let’s look at the extraordinary flu and cold season we are in the midst of…the highest levels in over 15 years. The uptick began after Christmas, with dramatic peaks to this day. We measure flu in a community utilizing wastewater viral levels. Influenza transmission and cases are rising in a…
Read MoreOlder adults attract scammers with popularity of cyberdating – Herb Weiss
by Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues Digital technology is not just a way to find information and news, shop, or even search and apply for jobs. For older single adults, getting back into the dating scene can be difficult. It could be after a divorce, or death of a spouse, or just deciding…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for Feb. 9, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Snow ends by around 9am, total accumulations in the greater Providence area 4-8 inches, a bit higher in the hills. Temps rise to the mid 30’s and sink to an evening low in the mid 20s with a northwesterly breeze. Eagles 35, Chiefs 30… It’s a “B” day! ___ Follow John’s…
Read MoreWhat you need to last 2 weeks in an emergency – Mary Hunt
by Mary Hunt, contributing writer, author of EverydayCheapskate Let’s face it: Life loves to throw curveballs when you least expect it. One day you’re breezing through your to-do list, and the next, you’re staring at your flashlight like it’s the Holy Grail because the power’s out and you have no idea where the batteries are.…
Read MoreAsk Chef Walter: The Tastemaker – Chef Walter Potenza
by Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer Photo, top: Emil Fioravanti, (first left) sister Norma Giordano, Parents Joseph and Ida Fioravanti, 1977 – Chef Walter This is the remarkable story of Emil A. Fioravanti, a visionary whose passion, mentorship, and dedication transformed and inspired generations within the Rhode Island culinary scene. Friends: In this new edition…
Read MoreGimme’ Shelter: Philco at the Providence Animal Control Center
Hi! I was found on the cold street – can you imagine?! I am a sweet and playful guy, I can be picked up and carried around, who would let me out of their sight?! I would like to live with other cats please, just so I don’t lose my manners because I don’t have…
Read MoreSuper Bowl LIX – what steals the show this year
Kansas City Chiefs vs. Philadelphia Eagles – it’s all about YOU! Well… it’s about a lot of other things, too. For some it will be about the game, the score. Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce. For others, the bet. Then there’s the food. The camaraderie. The big biz of it all. The team colors. The…
Read MoreBurn with Kearns: The authentic Karate Kid, with a UFC twist – helping your children – Kevin Kearns
How it can help your children by Kevin Kearns, contributing writer, fitness and exercise If it was not for martial arts after my father died when I was 12, I would not be who I am. On President’s Day this month it will be 46 years since he passed. I have worn his wedding ring…
Read MoreRI Health Dept. food safety tips for game day. Safer cheese choices, avoid listeria. (Spanish)
RIDOH Shares Safer Cheese Choices for People at Higher Risk of Listeria Infection Ahead of Super Bowl Sunday, the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is sharing food safety tips to make sure foodborne illness isn’t invited to your gathering. Many game day favorite foods, like pizza, chicken wings, chili, and dips cannot stay at…
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