Archive for April 2025
Rhode Island Weather for April 10, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Partly cloudy and decent through most of the day with a rain/snow mix after 9pm carrying through the night. Temps climbing to the low 50’s fro morning lows in the low 30’s with a light southerly breeze. It’s a “B” day! ___ Follow Jack’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY…
Read MoreNational honors for 4 CCRI faculty for dedication to student success and academic excellence
Four CCRI Faculty Honored with NISOD Awards of Excellence The Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI) proudly announces that four distinguished faculty members have been recognized with the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD) Excellence Awards. The recipients, honored for their exceptional dedication to student success and academic excellence, are: The NISOD Excellence…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 10.04.25 (WWII trip, poster contest, resources, events) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer, veterans’ issues WANTED WORLD WAR II VETERANS FOR ALL-EXPENSE PAID TRIP TO WWII MUSEUM Do you know a World War II Veteran? The Gary Sinise Foundation invites WWII veterans to join him for an all-expense paid trip to the National WWII Museum from April 29-May 2. All veterans attending…
Read MoreWe Cook! Mill’s Tavern Black Angus Filet Mignon – meet Chef Edward Bolus at the RI Home Show
by Chef Edward Bolus, Mill’s Tavern, contributing writer Meet Chef Bolus at the Rhode Island Home Show – he’ll be there on Saturday Black Angus Filet Mignon with Mushroom Bordelaise, Butter Braised Leeks, and Crispy Bacon Bits This dish from Mill’s Tavern is the perfect late autumn dinner. Perfectly seared filet mignoncomplemented by the delicate…
Read MoreReal Estate in RI: Barrington colonial, for $1,495,000 with Residential Properties
RPL’s Khaitov Completes Sale of Million-Dollar Barrington Colonial Residential Properties Ltd. announced the sale of 159 New Meadow Road in Barrington for $1,495,000. RPL Sales Associate Umid Khaitov represented the buyer in this transaction. This 4-bedroom, 3-bath home has over 2,700 sq. ft. of living space, lovely frontage, and a private dock on the Barrington…
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 More27 nonprofits benefit by BankRI awards
More than two dozen Rhode Island nonprofits have been awarded grants by Bank Rhode Island (BankRI) as part of the bank’s most recent charitable initiatives. In total, $105,500 in funding has been donated to 27 community organizations to support education programs and a range of human services that assist low-income children and families. “We are…
Read MoreIt is what it is – 4.9.25 – Jen Brien
by Jennifer Brief, contributing writer, commentary TARIFFS Can we all stop and admit one thing here gang – most of you have no idea how complicated the economy is and how it all works. (No offense, btw… I STRUGGLE MYSELF with it ALL). The world really is a giant “CORPORATION” intricately woven together to create…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for April 9, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist High pressure builds over southern Canada resulting in a cool air push for us today, highs only in the upper 40’s from chilly morning lows in the frigid upper 20’s with a light westerly breeze. It’s a “B” day! Follow Jack’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY Jack Donnelly was…
Read MoreBusiness Beat: Navigant Credit Union honored with national Diamond Award
Navigant Credit Union, the largest member-owned credit union in Rhode Island, was recognized this week with a Diamond Award – a national honor awarded by America’s Credit Unions Marketing, PR & Development Council. Announced at the Council’s annual conference and awards ceremony, the Diamond Awards recognize excellence in credit union marketing. Navigant Credit Union received…
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