Archive for June 2025
June is Internet Safety Month: Tips to protect your family – Cox New England
Internet safety tips
Read MoreJuneteenth with Stages of Freedom: Finding Bannister Walking Tour
Juneteenth Walking Tour on the life of Edward Bannister
Read MoreOur Networking Pick of the Week: North Kingstown Chamber at Tilted Barn
It’s that time of year! Join the North Kingstown Chamber of Commerce for ‘Savor the Sunset’ networking on TUESDAY, June 17th, 6-8 pm on the beautiful grounds of ‘Tilted Barn’ on the border of Exeter and North Kingstown (route 2) Go to: www.NorthKingstown.com to register. About the NK Chamber of Commerce The North Kingstown Chamber of Commerce, a…
Read MoreBusiness Beat: Residential Properties, Ltd (RPL) sales excellence celebrated at annual Top Producers Event
Photo: left to right: Rachel Dotson, President & CEO Sally Lapides, Gerri Schiffman, Jim DeRentis) Residential Properties Ltd. recently celebrated the astounding 2024 sales success of its dedicated agents at its annual Top Producers Event on Thursday June 12. These agents have refined their skills to a high degree, bringing local expertise and determination to…
Read MoreHouse Finance Committee’s FY 26 Budget boosts support for older Rhode Islanders – Herb Weiss
By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues Last Wednesday evening, the House Finance Committee voted 11–3 to approve a balanced $14.33 billion budget for fiscal year 2026—approximately $500 million less than the current year’s budget. Lawmakers were tasked with closing a $250 million deficit without resorting to broad tax hikes or cuts to essential…
Read MoreBusiness Monday: Employers need to learn how to “bust” ghostworking – Mary T. O’Sullivan
“Ghostworking: 92% of employees job search on company time” – Forbes By Mary T. O’Sullivan, MSOL, contributing writer, business and leadership Business buzzwords proliferate when employees feel the impact of work stress, being undervalued, and living in unhealthy work cultures. Words like “presenteeism, ghosting, quiet quitting, quiet firing, and burnout” (among others) have appeared more…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for June 16, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist A beautiful day in the neighborhood as high pressure squeezes in from the northeast and keeps cloud cover to the upper levels in the afternoon. Warmer, with highs around 80 and a morning low in the mid 50’s with a light southeasterly breeze. It’s an “A-” day! ___ Follow…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for June 15, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Your Father’s Day forecast – Cloud cover becomes entrenched over southern New England, with perhaps some breaks in the overcast long enough to get periodic glimpses of the sun. Morning lows in the mid 50’s rise only to the upper 60’s with a light northeasterly breeze. Good day to let Dad…
Read MoreTo honor Pawtucket Mayor Henry Kinch: A tribute to leadership and legacy
By Mary Bray On Sunday, June 22 at 10:00 a.m., the Pawtucket Democratic City Committee will host a tribute breakfast at the Pawtucket Country Club to honor one of the city’s most impactful leaders—former Democratic Mayor Henry S. Kinch, Sr. The event offers the community an opportunity to reflect on and celebrate the enduring legacy…
Read MoreAsk Chef Walter: Summer Feast for the Palate – Chef Walter Potenza
SUMMER FEAST FOR THE PALATE Let’s discover New England’s culinary soul and the unique palate. Included a test recipe for the classic Lobster roll by Executive Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer Image, top: Attribution via Steve Wrzeszczynski Friends: Every summer, New England’s unique culinary charm invites travelers to explore its charming coastal villages, misty mountains,…
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