Archive for June 2025
Why 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…
Read MoreTime 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,…
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