Archive for August 2025
Homeless in RI: CES Out, Regional Hubs In. Programs Funded. Transparency, Effectiveness Questioned
This is a developing story – will be updated. Governor McKee and The Executive Office of Housing Fund today announced approximately $20 million in tentative awards to 25 service providers for 51 projects across Rhode Island to support year-round emergency shelters, essential services, and critical reforms that will make it easier for Rhode Islanders experiencing…
Read MoreChanging Real Estate Market = Changing Strategies: Buyers, Sellers, Shift Your Approach – Emilio DiSpirito
A Changing Real Estate Market Means Changing Strategies: Why Buyers and Sellers Must Shift Their Approach Now By Emilio DiSpirito, License Partner & Private Office Advisor with Engel & Völkers, contributing writer The Rhode Island real estate market is undergoing a significant transformation, and both buyers and sellers must adapt if they want to stay…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for August 7, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Thursday will be much like yesterday but with smoky, Canadian wildfire skies clearing up a bit, so air quality will improve. Still some clouds. Highs around 80. Cool air at night. It’s an “A” day! ___ Follow Jack’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER Jack Donnelly was born in Hialeah, Florida and moved back…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 07.08.25 (Victory Day, Calling WWII Vets, Events, benefits) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer, veterans issues World War I Victory Medal – above BACKGROUND – The World War I Victory Medal commemorates military service during World War Il and is awarded to any member of the United States military, including members of the armed forces of the Government of the Philippine Islands CRITERIA…
Read MoreSave Newport Creamery & Spirit of Cranston’s Garden City. Petitions, Actions Show Strong Support
The AWFUL AWFUL kerfuffle (def. a commotion or fuss) has only gotten louder since it came out that WS Development will not be renewing the lease of Newport Creamery, which has stood at its present location, scooping ice cream and gathering neighbors and newcomers alike, for 63 years. Petitions are circulating – people are…
Read MoreFlyRI and The Curse of the Irritable Bowel – Drs. Ed Iannuccilli & Tom DeNucci, gastroenterologists
by Drs. Ed Iannuccilli and Tom DeNucci, Gastroenterologists We have seen many wonderful and clever ads celebrating our airport’s success in Rhode Island. Appropriately so. Like those who have traveled through T. F. Green, we are happy and proud to call it ours. We were surprised by a recent ad that highlighted the connection between…
Read MoreIt is what it is: Aug. 6, 2025 – Commentary with Jen Brien
by Jennifer Brien, commentary, contributing writer NO DRAMA COLUMN THIS WEEK FOLKS, seeing how summer is winding down and the world seems to be spinning out of control… I want to avoid politics and the ugliness of it all this week. Yup. There’s a TON TO TALK ABOUT, gripe about, worry about and be sad…
Read MoreJacob’s Pillow Cancels Season After “Workplace Accidental Death” of Production Manager
It is with profound sadness that Jacob’s Pillow reports that a tragic accident occurred outdoors on our campus the afternoon of August 1, resulting in the death of one of our production managers, Kat Sirico. There were no other injuries. Authorities were immediately notified and there are no criminal charges. An investigation conducted by law…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for August 6, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Low pressure from the southeastern US coast rolls up on us later in the day with the chance for some light rain showers late afternoon and evening. Highs in the low 80’s and lows in the upper 50’s with a light easterly breeze. It’s a “B-” day! ___ Follow…
Read MoreRhode Islanders Take Control of Energy Bills with No Cost Home Energy Assessment
Rhode Islanders Take Control of Energy Bills with No Cost Home Energy Assessment Many Rhode Islanders have taken control of their energy bill through adding energy efficiency improvements in their homes. Last year alone, more than 12,000 of your neighbors completed a no cost Home Energy Assessment in 2024. Take Anthony and Trish, for example,…
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