Archive for April 2025
Rhode Island Weather for April 2, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist High pressure lingers for a bit before giving way to cloud and the chance for overnight mixed precipitation with an approaching warm front. Lows in the lower 30’s and highs in the upper 40’s with a light southeasterly breeze. It’s a “B” day! ___ Follow Jack’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH…
Read MoreWriter Herb Weiss attains archive status: a legacy of 45 years of advocacy on aging
by Herb Weiss, writer on aging issues, and Nancy Thomas, publisher Herb Weiss Attains Archive Status: A Legacy of 45 Years of Advocacy on Aging The substantial body of work compiled by Herb Weiss—a 72-page list detailing 1,111 articles on aging, plus three books published over 45 years—now has a permanent home at Rhode Island…
Read MoreCranston Mayor Hopkins budget address. A thriving, fiscally strong city, investing in children.
MAYOR’S BUDGET ADDRESS TO THE CITY COUNCIL, APRIL 1, 2025 This evening, I am, once again, very proud to report that the City of Cranston is thriving and is fiscally strong. That is so because, for the past four years, I am making sure that, with support of the city council, Cranston is a safe city for our residents and businesses. Our economic…
Read MoreTime for Sour Grapes: April 2, 2025 – 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 MoreIt is what it is – April 2, 2025 – Jen Brien
by Jennifer Brien, commentary, contributing writer SUSAN COLLINS FINALLY TAKES A STAND What else can be said here when we see the headline “GOP SENATOR MAKES STANCE ON TRANS ATHLETES CLEAR” other than Sen. SUSAN COLLINS FINALLY supports protecting women’s sports in MAINE – but in truth, WE ALL UNDERSTAND it’s about HER political preservation…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for April 1, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Morning mist quickly clears away and we’ll eventually see the sun today. Afternoon highs in the upper 50’s from a morning low in the upper 30’s with a northwesterly breeze gusting to 30 mph. It’s a “B” day! ___ Follow Jack’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY Jack Donnelly was…
Read MoreDrowning in corruption in Bonnet Shores: Dr. Melissa Jenkins Mangili
Drowning in Corruption in Bonnet Shores by Melissa Jenkins Mangili, commentary In Narragansett, some residents have an additional layer of government. This layer, designed to support local fire protection and road services, is called a Fire District (FD). While these services are now provided by the town, it is difficult for the government to declare…
Read MoreART! Pawtucket City Gallery Reception, Pawtucket
Pawtucket Mayor Don Grebien, and the Commission on Arts and Culture will host City Gallery Reception, along with the Mayor’s wife, Mrs. Laureen Grebien. The opening reception will be held on April 3rd at 5:30pm, 2nd floor of Pawtucket City Hall. The event will include musical performances and light refreshments. It will also be dedicated…
Read MoreRI millennial rental trends: how investors can benefit from shifts in the market – Emilio DiSpirito
by Emilio DiSpirito, Engel & Volkers, contributing writer Millennials are significantly reshaping Rhode Island’s real estate landscape, choosing to rent longer and buy homes later than previous generations. This trend presents unique investment opportunities and implications for both renters and property owners in the Ocean State. Millennials tend to delay marriage and starting families, traditionally…
Read MoreBrown Univ: Med school DEI dean moves to VP of Campus Life. Admits 2,418 to class ’29.
Patricia Poitevien MD, MSc, FAAP, will replace Interim Vice President for Campus Life, Russell Carey ’91, who was appointed in June 2024 after the death of Eric Estes. Poitevien has served as Senior Associate Dean of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Brown’s Warren Alpert Medical School since September of 2024, following Sylvia Carey-Butler. Carey led…
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