Archive for May 2025
Thriving in the face of adversity. Finding your resilience – Mary T. O’Sullivan
by Mary T. O’Sullivan, contributing business writer “What is to give light must endure burning.” – Viktor Frankl His famous book, Man’s Search for Meaning, tells the story of how Viktor Frankl survived the suffering and degradation of the Holocaust by finding personal meaning in the experience, which gave him the will to live through…
Read MoreEdible Gardens: Tips and tricks to planting the perfect garden – Mary Hunt
by Mary Hunt, contributing writer Planting an edible garden is now trendy — not that being part of a trend is ever a good reason to start or learn something new. But if it helps you move forward by being part of the “in” crowd, then you really need to plant your own edible garden…
Read MoreAsk Chef Walter: Cheese myths in the American table – Chef Walter Potenza
by Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer Image Attribution via Edward Howell Unveiling the myths and exploring the health benefits and detriments of cheese I imagine you love cheese as much as I do. In that case, you know that it has been integral to human culinary culture for centuries, offering various flavors, textures, and aromas.…
Read MoreWhat To Do With Dead Squirrels. A short story by Michael Fine
By Michael Fine, contributing writer © 2025 by Michael Fine This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, places, events, locales, and incidents are either the products of the author’s imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. I didn’t think…
Read MoreGimme’ Shelter: Sundae waiting at the Providence Animal Control Center
Who doesn’t love a ice cream sundae? This boy embodies all the joy you get with a sundae with all the fixings! He’s young, playful, and loves everyone he meets. He would be better suited for a more active household. He is on the younger side, so he has lots of leftover puppy energy he…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for May 25, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist A better chance for some morning and midday sun, but don’t bank on it. We’ll most likely remain rain free, but some spot drizzle can’t be ruled out. Highs in the lower 60’s and lows in the 50’s with still a northwesterly gusty breeze. It’s a “B-” day! ___ Follow Jack’s…
Read MoreHealthy Lawns with Dr. Jim – a video series from Seascape Lawn Care
Seascape Lawn Care Launches Educational Video Series: Healthy Lawns with Dr. Jim Seascape Lawn Care, a division of Seascape, Inc. and a leader in science-based landscaping solutions, is proud to announce the launch of a new educational video series entitled Healthy Lawns with Dr. Jim. Hosted by Dr. Jim Wilkinson–Seascape, Inc. president and a respected turf expert with more than…
Read MoreBurn with Kearns: Obesity, trauma, and movement must be addressed together – Kevin Kearns
by Kevin Kearns, contributing writer, exercise and fitness. Coach Kevin Kearns – Creator of Burn with Kearns, Author, Speaker, and Fitness Expert for 40+ Longevity “Obesity isn’t always about food. Most of the time, it’s about pain—and movement is the medicine.” The Hidden Weight: Why Obesity, Trauma, and Movement Must Be Addressed Together—Especially After 40…
Read MoreRhode Island Weekend Weather for May 24/25, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Saturday 5/24/25: Stalled out former nor’easter dwells over the gulf of Maine, kicking back cloud cover, and with a weak trough coming in late to the west of the low may lead to some evening showers. Highs in the upper 50’s and lows in the lower 40’s with a northwesterly breeze gusting…
Read MoreA Flag Policy for Providence City Hall set by Mayor Smiley, who speaks on Antisemitism, DC murders
Mayor Smiley promised to develop a policy on what flags could fly over Providence City Hall, a public building, which comes under the state laws of Rhode Island. Those laws prohibit flags other than the US, Rhode Island and city flag from being flown. However, in a dynamic and divisive action a few weeks ago,…
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