Archive for June 2025
Time for Sour Grapes! – 6.11.25 – Tim Jones
by Timothy Jones, cartoonist, contributing writer ___ 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…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for June 11, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Cold front passes quietly in the night, maybe a shower ‘round midnight, but clearing thereafter with bright sunshine dominating. Falling dewpoints indicating drying air will quell some of the muggies. Afternoon highs in the low 80’s after a morning low in the mid 50’s with a westerly breeze. It’s an “A”…
Read MoreWhat you should know about Social Security if your spouse passes away – Cheryl Tudino, SSA
By Cheryl Tudino, Social Security Public Affairs Specialist The death of a spouse is among the most stressful life events. Losing a spouse can be devastating both emotionally and financially. You can depend on us during this difficult time. Can I get surviving spouse benefits? When your spouse passes away, you may be able to…
Read MoreIt is what it is… 6.11.25 – Jen Brien
by Jennifer Brien, contributing writer, commentary TOP TEN THINGS WE ARE SEEING / HEARING DURING THE “PEACEFUL RIOTS IN DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES 10.) “PEACEFUL” ILLEGALS LIGHTING CARS AND BUILDINGS ON FIRE 9.) “PEACEFUL” PEOPLE TORCHING AND SPITTING ON THE AMERICAN FLAG 8.) “PEACEFUL” PEOPLE WHO JUST HAPPEN TO MARCH BY PALLETS OF UNATTENDED BRICKS… STRATEGICALLY…
Read MoreART! Annual Art in the Village pairs with new Dads, Grads and Art weekend at Mistic Village
Father’s Day Weekend = Dads, Grads & Art! is this weekend at Mistic Village, about 45 minutes from Providence. If you want something different to do and enjoy fine art with all the extras, put this one on your list for June 14th and 15th. Hours are 10am to 6pm on Saturday and 10am to…
Read MoreDevice developed in Rhode Island a breakthrough in pediatrics – the SMöLTAP® Positioner
SickKids Study Highlights SMöLTAP® Positioner as Breakthrough in Infant Lumbar Success, Safety Invented by two physicians with Rhode Island ties, stabilizer tool aims to increase first-stick success rates while decreasing stress and cost of complications By significantly improving the safety, speed, and success of infant lumbar punctures (LPs), the SMöLTAP® Positioner marks a critical advancement in pediatric care,…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for June 10, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Another dreary day with occasional rain showers through the day resulting from low pressure and a weak frontal boundary drifting northward through southern New England. Highs in the upper 60’s after morning lows in the upper 50’s with a southerly breeze. It’s a “C-” day! Follow Jack’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER…
Read MorePapitto scholarships and $1 Million investment in idea of Cranston’s Melissa Gonzalez Gutierrez
2025 Transform RI Scholarship Cranston High School West Senior Melissa Gonzalez Gutierrez Wins 2025 Transform RI Scholarship $100,000 in scholarships given to 10 students from across Rhode Island For the fourth straight year, the Papitto Opportunity Connection (POC) is listening and investing in young people in Rhode Island. Through the 2025 Transform Rhode Island Scholarship…
Read MoreURI student-athletes, recent alumni start Summer Soccer Camp, NextPlay Training – John Cardullo
John Cardullo, sportswriter NextPlay Training, a soccer training company founded and run entirely by URI student-athletes and recent alumni and started by Joey Turco (senior, URI men’s soccer), Connor Froberg (junior, URI men’s soccer), and Jordan Koduah (former URI player and current Assistant Coach at Northeastern). is starting up for the summer. A highlight will…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for June 9, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Low pressure off shore with an induced trough to our west will generate ample cloud cover with glimpses of the sun, particularly in the afternoon with daytime heating. Highs in the low 70’s following a morning low in the upper 50’s with a southeasterly breeze. It’s a “B” day! ___ Follow…
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