Archive for August 2025
On the passing of Judge Frank Caprio
Many of us woke up to find a Facebook video from Judge Frank Caprio, done in the hospital, asking us for “still more prayers” as his health had deteriorated over the last few weeks. By the end of the day we would learn that the Judge had passed away. He had lost his battle, although…
Read MoreTo Do in RI: 3-day 98th Annual Greek Festival in Pawtucket – OPA!
The 98th Annual Greek Festival will be held Friday through Sunday, August 22-24th at the Assumption of the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church, 97 Walcott Street, in Pawtucket. Here’s some of the schedule: Friday, 5:00 – 10:00 pm* Saturday, 12:00 – 10:00 pm* Sunday, 12:00 – 9:00 pm* *Note: Food line closes 30 minutes prior to…
Read MoreTo Do in RI: Collector-Con Providence is back. Family-friendly, serious collector, casual fan
Collector-Con Providence is Back! Get ready for the ultimate collector’s experience — a family-friendly convention filled with rare finds, nostalgic treasures, and pop culture favorites! 🗓 Date: Sunday, August 24, 2025 📍 Location: 21 Traverse St, Providence, RI 02903 🕐 Time: 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM 💵 Admission: FREE for all ages! 📲 RSVP Here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1836100140302982 What You’ll Find: ✨ Pokémon Cards 🏀 Sports Cards 🎮 Video Games (Retro &…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for August 21, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Tropical Storm Erin churns well off the east coast and will pose no threat to us other than some gusty winds out of the northeast. It will be still on the cool side with highs in the low 70’s and lows in the mid 50’s. It’s a “C” day! ___ Follow…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 21.08.25 (VIN fees, healthcare, local events, resources) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, veterans writer New law waives VIN check fees for veterans and military members Legislation sponsored by Senate Special Legislation and Veterans’ Affairs Committee Chairman Walter S. Felag and Rep. Jennifer Boylan to waive the fee for vehicle identification number (VIN) inspections for veterans and active-duty military personnel has been signed into…
Read MoreIt is what it is: August 20, 2025 – with Jen Brien
by Jennifer Brien, contributing writer, commentary She’s a “F’in LAWYER…so SHE KNOWS” PART 1 Well, that was a fun six minutes and twenty seconds on YouTube! If you haven’t seen the RI Assistant Attorney General online getting arrested in Newport for trespassing, disorderly conduct, and resisting arrest go to my FB PAGE AND SCROLL DOWN…
Read MoreTime for Sour Grapes! – and Meet Tim at Plastic City Comic Con
by Timothy Jones, cartoonist ___ Meet Tim! Tim will be at Plastic City Comic Con this Saturday, August 23rd. The Comic Con will be at the Hilton Double Tree Hotel, 99 Erdman Way, in Leominster, MA. Hours are 10am to 5pm. Children are free with paid adult admission of $10 (admission tix – HERE! Parking…
Read MoreEdesia to Move Plumpy’Nut Lifesaving Food from Rhode Island to Israel to Gaza to Feed Children
“We persevered, yet again—this time with the help of some amazing new partnerships. No matter the obstacles, our mission at Edesia remains unchanged: to feed children in crisis.” And with that announcement, Navyn Salem announced a new initiative to move its lifesaving food, Plumpy’Nut to help the children in Gaza. “On this World Humanitarian Day,…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for August 20, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist A warm front rolls in from the west and interacts with a small disturbance moving in from the coastal waters and delivers rain from mid morning on through the bulk of the day. Highs in the mid 60’s and lows in the upper 50’s with an easterly breeze. It’s a “D”…
Read MoreSanctuary Status Deadline to Respond to DOJ is Up. What Did Rhode Island Say?
Tuesday, August 19th was the day responses were due to the US Department of Justice on the Sanctuary status of Rhode Island. Over 30 other states, counties, cities or towns received identical letters. As a follow up to our story earlier this week – “Rhode Island Governor says DOJ’s Aug. 19 Sanctuary‑Status Deadline ‘Does Not Merit…
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