Archive for April 2025
Our Networking Pick of the Week: The Newport Network Visitor’s Day
Come and experience the vibrant community and great connections at The Newport Network! They invite you to join them to meet the group and explore how they can help fuel the growth of your business. Plus, have the opportunity to hear a marketing expert’s thoughts about AI tools like ChatGPT, including: what “AI” actually is,…
Read MoreTips on coping with the friendship recession – Herb Weiss
By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues Photo, top: (l. to r.) Author Herb Weiss, Paul Audette (dec), and Len Lavoie, at Gregg’s, No. Main St. In the midst of the global pandemic, the May 21 American Perspective Survey (APS) revealed a significant shift in how Americans experience and maintain friendships. The findings, dubbed…
Read MoreEmployment laws we all should know – Mary T. O’Sullivan
By Mary T. O’Sullivan, MSOL “Employment law includes… [federal and state] rules about hiring, working conditions, discrimination, and firing. – Hantzes & Associates (Employment Law Firm) With the flurry of activity regarding employment rules and regulations taking place in early 2025, it’s easy to see how both employees and employers can become confused about what…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for April 14, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist We FINALLY get a break from the rain and raw cold, and the Sun may make a cameo appearance at times during the day. Temps an acceptable low 60’s for highs and still down in the upper 30’s for lows with a light northwesterly breeze. It’s an “A-” day! ___ Follow…
Read MoreTo Do in RI: Comedy Night at Track 15, April 15th
Photo, top: Angel Tucker, Track 15 Track 15 Hosts “Boston Meets Providence” Comedy Night Laughs are on the menu at Track 15! Get ready for a night of comedy as Improv Asylum brings the best of Boston to Providence. Headliner Corey Rodrigues will be joined by Maya Manion – all hosted by Andrew Della Volpe.…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for April 13, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Another day, another round of morning chills and wetness followed by cloud cover and the possibility of evening moonlight. This wave of low pressure has basically gassed out, and I’m sure another is on it’s way. Highs in the mid 40’s and lows in the mid 30’s with a northerly breeze.…
Read MoreApril is Financial Literacy Month: Simple strategies to improve your credit score – Mary Hunt
by Mary Hunt, EverydayCheapskate.com, contributing writer A credit score is a three-digit number between 300 and 850 generated by a mathematical algorithm (a mostly secret formula) based on information in your credit report, compared to information on tens of millions of other people. Like it or not, the resulting number is said to be a…
Read MoreGimme’ Shelter: Ruffles, the Labradoodle, waiting for her new home
by Karen Kalunian, Animal Talk, contributor Ruffles is a sweet, shy dog who thrives with the company of another friendly dog! She’s a two year old Labradoodle, who has the looks of a supermodel! Her dark chocolate eyes will steal your heart and they compliment her golden fluffy coat to perfection! Ruffles enjoys being outside,…
Read MoreAsk Chef Walter: How to make Pastiera – Walter Potenza
by Executive Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer Friends: If you’ve ever been lucky enough to experience Italy during Easter, you’ll know just how magical—and delicious—it is. The country comes alive with an incredible variety of seasonal cakes and pastries, each one sweeter than the last. What I love most is how every region has its…
Read MoreMt. Hope Bridge true condition and safety. Release the 2024 Inspection Report – Nick Landekic
by Nick Landekic, contributing writer Photo, https://www.ritba.org/history According to the National Society of Professional Engineers, Rhode Island has the worst bridges in the country. We rank last among the states with 22.3% of our bridges – nearly one out of every four – being structurally deficient. Our roads are no better. According to the U.S.…
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