Archive for August 2025
Time for Sour Grapes! – 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 MoreART! Wet Paint 2025 at Newport Art Museum
Wet Paint 2025 is going back to the past to reinvent the future! Wet Paint is more than a fundraiser, it’s a tradition, a platform for connection, and a meaningful way to celebrate and support the artists who make our community vibrant. We’ve taken time to listen to our community of local artists and to…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for August 5, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist More cloud cover during the afternoon resulting from a weak convergence in the upper levels, but any shower activity will be relegated to the western edge of the forecast area if it happens at all. Highs in the upper 80’s and lows in the mid 60’s with a light easterly breeze.…
Read MoreOver the RI Line, Sturdy Health Stands Strong – Doubling Emergency Dept, Adding Behavioral Unit
Sturdy Health to Host Groundbreaking for New Emergency Department Expansion Sturdy Health, a provider of community-based care in Attleboro, will host federal, state and local elected officials to celebrate the groundbreaking of its new, 38,000 sq. ft. Emergency Department Expansion in Attleboro, Mass. The ceremony will take place on Friday, August 8, 2025, from 10:30…
Read MoreOut and About in RI: Fashion Fun at Wingate Residences Supports Alzheimers Assoc.
When you think about a fashion show, you might not think about senior living. But that wasn’t the case this week at the Wingate Residences on Blackstone Boulevard in Providence! They held a “Fashion through the Decades” nostalgic fashion show on Thursday, celebrating style all through the years. As you can see in the photos,…
Read MoreAn AWFUL AWFUL Mistake — Garden City’s Shift Could Break the Heart of Cranston
by Nancy Thomas, publisher NBC 10/WPRO’s Gene Valicenti reported on Monday morning on “X” that the cornerstone of Garden City Center, Newport Creamery, positioned across from the Gazebo, would not be allowed to renew its lease. For 63 years the restaurant/ice cream destination began families’ orientation to Garden City as soon as their children could…
Read MoreSurprise! There are Bad Bosses in Higher Ed, Too – Mary T. O’Sullivan
By Mary T. O’Sullivan, MSOL, contributing writer, business and leadership “Adjuncts are higher education’s version of migrant laborers … professionals hopping from campus to campus with no job security, a meager income, no health insurance or retirement benefits, and little hope for advancement.”— Dr. Mark J. Drozdowski, The Plight of Adjunct Faculty on America’s Campuses According…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for August 4, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Another brilliant day filled with sunshine and blue sky. On the hot side with highs reaching into the low 90’s, but it will be a dry heat. Morning lows in the upper 50’s with a light westerly breeze. It’s an “A-” day! ___ Follow Jack’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER Jack…
Read MoreMedicare and Medicaid at 60: Historic Milestones, Looming Changes – Herb Weiss
By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues As 68 million Medicare beneficiaries recognize the 60th anniversary of Medicare, changes are coming to these landmark programs. Presented as efforts to slash costs and combat fraud, the thought of change to Medicare in almost any way leaves many older Americans feeling threatened that their health and…
Read MoreOur Networking Pick of the Week: North Kingstown Chamber of Commerce
“Fun & Games, Then & Now” – networking night – August 7th, 5 to 7pm – at 55 Richard Smith Drive, North Kingstown Hosted by FreshMaps & Smith’s Castle. Chat with local business owners. Enjoy Food & Beverage Raffle Prizes Bring Your Business Card for a chance to win prizes! Register online: NorthKingstown.com More:
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