Archive for June 2025
Rhode Island Weather for June 13, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Friday starts out well enough, with sunshine and a few areas of high cloud cover. Eventually, a weak system approaches the area from the west and kicks up a shower or two during the overnight hours. Highs in the upper 70’s after morning lows in the upper 50’s with a southerly…
Read MoreUrgent call by Rhode Island Blood Center for Type O- and B- blood
RHODE ISLAND BLOOD CENTER ISSUES URGENT CALL FOR TYPE O- AND B- BLOOD DONATIONS AHEAD OF WORLD BLOOD DONOR DAY The region’s supply of critical blood types is currently at a 2-day level, dangerously low heading into the critical summer months RHODE ISLAND – Rhode Island Blood Center (RIBC) has issued an urgent call for…
Read MoreReal Estate in RI: Ready, Set, Own. Pathway to Homeownership workshop
Free, First-Time Homebuyer Workshop to be Held on June 17 – BankRI and PCF Development partner to host virtual session during National Homeownership Month June is National Homeownership Month, and to help educate future homeowners, Bank Rhode Island (BankRI) and Pawtucket Central Falls Development (PCF Development) will host a free, virtual workshop for first-time buyers…
Read MoreOutdoors in RI – Risky cattails, Fight the Bite mosquito report, 2A gun ban bill update
Fire hazard: Phragmites sometimes pose an overlooked risk Photo, top: Charlestown Beach, URI Photos / Laura Meyerson URI invasives expert studies a problematic plant Laura Meyerson was stepping through a marsh on the Housatonic River in Connecticut on a picture-perfect day as a young graduate student, when an offhand remark changed her whole outlook on the…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 12.06.25 (Memorial Day, Vets Cemetery, Events, Resources) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer, veterans writer Did you know you might be eligible for an annual clothing allowance of almost $1000 from the VA? Eligible Veterans Must Apply Before August 1, 2025 VA Clothing Allowance The VA Clothing Allowance is an annual benefit that helps veterans cover the cost of replacing clothing damaged by prosthetic…
Read MoreWe Cook! Mill’s Tavern’s Mediterranean Seared Salmon, Olive Tapenade, Artichoke Hearts, Roasted Red Pepper Tahini
by Edward Bolus, Executive Chef, Mill’s Tavern Mediterranean Seared Salmon with Olive Tapenade, Sautéed Artichoke Hearts & Roasted Red Pepper Tahini (Serves 4): A vibrant, flavor-packed dish inspired by the Mediterranean coast. Crisp-seared salmon is paired with briny olive tapenade, sautéed artichoke hearts, and sweet roasted red peppers—all brought together with a creamy lemon-garlic tahini…
Read MoreWhy more Rhode Islanders are choosing Heat Pumps over traditional AC this summer
by Rhode Island Energy Why More Rhode Islanders are Choosing Heat Pumps Over Traditional AC this Summer As the summer heat rolls into Rhode Island, many homeowners are looking for a smarter way to stay comfortable while cutting back on energy usage and taking control of their utility bills. To accomplish that goal, more and…
Read MoreCNAs to be trained at URI in administering medication in state facilities
URI program prepares CNAs to administer medication in state facilities Training helps ease burden on nurses, increase capacity of healthcare workforce Photo, top: The URI College of Pharmacy is training certified nursing assistants to administer medications in state facilities, helping increase the capacity of the healthcare workforce in Rhode Island. Certified Nursing Assistants in Rhode…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for June 12, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist A beautiful day ahead of us, clear and dry with ample sunshine and a little northwesterly breeze. Highs in the low 80’s and lows in the mid 60’s. It’s an “A” day! ___ Follow Jack’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY Jack Donnelly was born in Hialeah, Florida and moved…
Read MoreRose Island experts Sean O’Connor and Michael Simpson – G. Wayne Miller, Ocean State Stories
by G. Wayne Miller, Ocean State Stories – article and photos reprinted with permissions Thanks, Sean and Michael for joining us at Ocean State Stories. Sean, you are the executive director of the Rose Island Lighthouse & Fort Hamilton Trust, so we are essentially neighbors! Let’s start with an overview of the island and lighthouse…
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