Archive for February 2025
It’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 and…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for Feb. 26, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist High pressure build in from the southwest and helps to scour away any cloud cover that thought it had a chance. Seasonable highs around 50 and evening lows in the upper 30’s with a west-northwesterly breeze and soothing sunshine combine for a decent late February Wednesday. It’s an A day! ___…
Read MoreBusiness Beat: Victoria Cimino named new President, CEO of Discover Newport
The Discover Newport Board of Directors announces Victoria Cimino as the new president and CEO of the organization, following a robust national search that concluded with a unanimous vote. Cimino, an award-winning destination leader and brand expert, brings over 20 years of hospitality and destination marketing experience to this role. Current Principal of Cimino Consulting,…
Read MoreIt is what it is – Feb. 26, 2025 – Jen Brien
by Jennifer Brien, contributing writer, commentary “MSNBC-YA” JOY Look, I’ve been saying for a SUPER long time I never got Joy Reid. She is an angry, ANGRY human, mostly about fake news or fake things and spewed her anger disproportionately every chance she got. When I read that she got canned, I actually felt sorry…
Read MoreMoira’s Mission honors car fire victim by raising funds to provide free car fire extinguishers
Union Fire District of South Kingstown and Kingston Fire District to Reunite with Family of Car Fire Victim Scotland native and longtime Charlestown, RI resident Moira “Scotty” Perna passed away following a car fire while en route to a friend’s house on Sept. 21, 2020. Nearly five years later, in her memory, Scotty’s family will…
Read MoreReal Estate in RI: Quiet luxury, the subtle art of high-end living – Emilio DiSpirito
By Emilio DiSpirito, License Partner and Real Estate Advisor with Engel & Völkers In an era where ostentation is giving way to understatement, quiet luxury has become the new benchmark of wealth and sophistication. Rhode Island, known for its historic mansions, pristine coastal retreats, and refined lifestyle, is embracing this trend across real estate, automobiles, fashion, and…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for Feb. 25, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist High pressure keeps bringing warmer air in on light southerly winds, even warmer than yesterday. Morning lows in the upper 30’s rise to the low 50’s under a partly to mostly cloudy sky. It’s an A- day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY John Donnelly was born…
Read MoreART! “Dear Love, PVD: A Tribute to the Heartbeat of Black History” – at Providence Place
Providence Place Celebrates Black History Month with “Dear Love, PVD: A Tribute to the Heartbeat of Black History” – Black History Month Providence Place partnered with QDXA VISION, a local brand agency, to present “Dear Love, PVD: A Tribute to the Heartbeat of Black History,” a month-long art installation celebrating Black history, love, resilience, and…
Read MoreCarnevale! Celebrate with Rice Fritters – Chef Walter Potenza
by Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer, Chef Walter’s Cooking School Photo, above: Rice fritters, attribution approved via Zymil Friends: Mardi Gras runs all week, and I wanted to share this rice fritters recipe! Carnevale in Italy is a vibrant celebration of indulgence, serving as a final jubilant farewell before the reflective season of Lent. This lively…
Read MoreTo Do in RI: Girls Day Out – a Pat Cruz event, expected to sell out
The stage is set for Girls Day Out on Sunday, March 16th at the Crowne Plaza in Warwick, from 11am to 4pm. A Pat Cruz Event, Girls Day Out has a lineup of speakers tackling topics from weight loss to staying organized, to healthy nutrition and creative ways to keep the stress away. In addition,…
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