Archive for July 2025
“Make Trades Great Again”: New Harris Poll Finds Changing Minds Critical to Saving the Trades
A new report is out TODAY, July 30th, from the Harris Poll that examines the perception of skilled trades in America. This at a time when skilled training both in adapting high school curriculum and in opting for skilled trade advanced training, over liberal arts college – both out of consideration of the cost and…
Read MoreWe Cook! Mill’s Tavern Crab Cake and Garden Salad over Beet Purée – Chef Edward Bolus
Crab Cake & Garden Salad over Beet Purée (Serves 2): This elegant yet easy-to-assemble dish features golden pan-seared crab cakes, a crisp garden salad, and a vibrant beet purée base. The balance of creamy, crunchy, and earthy components makes it a standout for a light lunch or dinner party appetizer. Where to Source: Choose fresh…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 31.07.25 (VA Home Loans, info, local summer events, benefits) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer, veterans issues Progressive Giving Away Free Car to Veteran or Active Duty Application Still Being Accepted until 11:59PM, August 1, 2025 Application information The Keys to Progress veteran vehicle giveaway program provides support to those in need in the following areas: The Keys to Progress veteran vehicle giveaway…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for July 31, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist A partly cloudy and muggy start with building cloud cover in advance of a frontal system working into the northeastern US. We will see some light rain showers mid afternoon increasing in intensity as the low deepens with time through the evening and overnight hours. Highs in the upper 70’s and…
Read MoreBrown University, US Government Reach Resolution. $50M Fine to Benefit RI Workforce Training
Brown University has come to a settlement with the US government. The settlement restores $510M freeze on research funding to the institution and requires the university to pay a fine of $50M which will go towards Rhode Island workforce training. The $50M is over 10 years and selection of workforce programming will be at Brown’s…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for July 30, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Similar to yesterday, a weak cold front will trudge on through in the afternoon with a few showers developing. The cloud cover will put a cap on the highs, keeping them in the low 90’s and muggy, morning lows in the low 70’s once again with a westerly to northwesterly breeze.…
Read MoreIt is what it is: July 30, 2025 – commentary with Jen Brien
by Jennifer Brien, contributing writer, commentary BUCKLE UP Well here we are gang, another week, more madness. There never seems to be a shortage these days. I mean, every day when I wake up I wince before I hit the button that takes me to the headlines. There’s never a lull, or a break from…
Read MoreTime for Sour Grapes! July 30, 2025 – by Tim Jones
by Timothy Jones, contributing writer, cartoonist 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 and…
Read MoreGuardian Helmet Covers to Increase Safety for Cranston East and West Football Players
Legislative grant will fund soft shell helmet covers for football players at Cranston high schools House Education Committee Chairman Joseph M. McNamara (D-Dist. 19, Warwick, Cranston) joined other members of the General Assembly’s Cranston delegation to present a legislative grant, which will provide funding for football helmet covers at Cranston’s high schools. The $6,000 grant…
Read MoreSTATUS of Newport Hospital BIRTHING CENTER – Brown University Health on this, other programs
Received from Brown University Health – approx. 1pm, July 29th ***Sent on behalf of John Fernandez, President and CEO, Brown University Health*** Update on Programs and Services Under Review for FY26 July 29, 2025 Dear Brown University Health Team Members: At Brown University Health, our commitment to delivering high-quality care and serving the community remains…
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