U.S. Carries Out Limited Strike on Iran’s Known Nuclear Sites (Updates)

After weeks of diplomacy and strategic leveraging, the United States unleashed bunker bombs on three selected, known locations in Iran where nuclear weapon development was clearly weeks, if not days away. There was new, recent evidence that some locations were engaged in moving materials used to build nuclear warhead capabilities elsewhere. President Donald Trump said…

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Rhode Island Weather for June 22, 2025 – Jack Donnelly

by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Clear to partly cloudy morning with a low around 70. Hot in the afternoon with a high approaching 100! High heat indices also, so be careful and watch for heat exhaustion. Gusty westerly winds take some of the edge off, but still brutally hot for these parts. There will be a…

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Ask Chef Walter: The Art and Science of Baking – Chef Walter Potenza

by Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer Image above, attribution via Farhad Ibrahimzade Master Culinary techniques in the baking department, while understanding the science.  Friends: Today, we’re exploring one of the most delightful and rewarding kitchen skills: baking. Whether you’re here to master pastry or are just starting your cooking adventure, understanding the basics of baking…

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To Do in RI: 2-day Newport Flower Show – Authors on floral design to speak

A woman sitting at a table with many vases of flowers.

Two acclaimed floral experts will share their artistic insights during the 29th annual Newport Flower Show at Rosecliff. Cordelia de Castellane has been described as a tastemaker and true ambassador of French lifestyle. On Saturday, June 21, at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., the author of “Flower Couture: From My Garden to My House” will…

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In the News… quick recap of the week’s news 6.21.25

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RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY Providence denies liquor license to NY System Block Island home explodes – accidental attributed to propane tank problem RI Senate Chambers may be named for deceased Senate President Dominick Ruggerio Staff Sgt. Christopher Potts Bridge – new name for Sakonnet Bridge RI will receive $30M more from the Purdue settlement –…

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Providence Art Club Prestigious National Open Juried Exhibition Begins

Photo, top: Marilyn Saabye The Providence Art Club will open two new exhibitions with free, celebratory receptions on Sunday, June 22 from 2-4pm. In the Club’s Maxwell Mays and Mary Castelnovo Galleries in its historic Clubhouse at 11 Thomas Street, it will host its popular National Open Juried Exhibition. Next door in Dodge House Gallery,…

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Rhode Island Weekend Weather for June 21/22, 2025 – Jack Donnelly

by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Saturday 6/21/25: Mostly clear through most of the day with some cloud cover building over the west. Highs in the upper 80’s and lows around 60 with a westerly breeze. Sunday 6/22/25: Clear to partly cloudy morning with a low around 70. Hot in the afternoon with a high approaching 100!…

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