Archive for August 2025
43 Days to Reauthorize the Older Americans Act – Herb Weiss
By Herb Weiss, contributing writer, aging issues The clock is ticking. Funding for the Older Americans Act (OAA) is currently secured only through September 30, 2025—that’s just 43 days away. Unless Congress acts to reauthorize the law or approve new appropriations before the start of FY 2026 on October 1, funding could lapse. A bipartisan…
Read MoreA Greener View: Gladiolus and Hollyhock – Jeff Rugg
by Jeff Rugg, A Greener View, contributing writer Time sure flies when you aren’t looking. I started writing a weekly newspaper column on landscaping, gardening and wildlife 35 years ago this week. I think I have helped a lot of people with their problems. How can I help you? Q: My gladiolus bulbs have not…
Read MoreHomeless in RI: Winter Response Grants for Faith Leaders, Programs, Municipalities. Apply Now.
Funding to strengthen homelessness response this winter – apply now for limited new funds The Rhode Island Executive Office of Housing (EOH) announced the opening of the application period for the 2025–2026 Winter Response Grant, a competitive funding opportunity to bolster the state’s homelessness response system during the coldest months and help more Rhode Islanders…
Read MoreGimme’ Shelter: It’s Fabulous Fern! At the RISPCA – Cheryl Tudino
by Cheryl Tudino 🐾❤️ Hi there, I’m Cheryl and I volunteer at the RISPCA shelter in Warwick by dog walking, fundraising and social media messaging. I am here to share with you a peek at your new adoptable BFF! Are you ready to meet your new BFF?? Meet Fabulous, Fantastic, Friendly Fern! Yes, she really does live…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for August 17, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist We’re on a roll here, another generally sunny day with more scattered cloud cover. A weak cold front comes through in the evening and kicks up a shower or two across the area. Highs in the upper 80’s and lows in the upper 60’s with a southwesterly breeze. It’s a “B”…
Read MoreAsk Chef Walter: Lentil Bolognese – Walter Potenza
by Executive Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer Enter Lentil Bolognese, a vibrant, plant-based version that retains all the soul of the original while offering a fresh, nutritious perspective Friend: Bolognese sauce has long been the crown jewel of Italian comfort food—a slow-simmered masterpiece of meat, wine, and tomatoes. But what happens when we reimagine this…
Read MoreQuonset is New State-of-the-Art Headquarters for the Rhode Island Air National Guard
Federal, state, local, and military officials joined the Rhode Island Air National Guard today to celebrate the grand opening of the new 143rd Airlift Wing headquarters at Quonset Air National Guard Base. The modern 43,000-square-foot facility replaces the Wing’s previous headquarters, originally constructed in 1941, with a state-of-the-art command center that can help Rhode Island’s…
Read MoreBurn with Kearns: Dumbbell Matrix + Combat Matrix, the Smartest Training System for 50+ – Kevin Kearns
by Kevin Kearns, contributing writer, exercise and fitness Why the Dumbbell Matrix + Combat Matrix is the Smartest Training System for Over 50 The Science of the Dumbbell Matrix Meets the Real-World Power of the Combat Matrix For adults over 50, staying strong isn’t just about lifting weights—it’s about training your body to move in…
Read MoreIn the News… Quick recap of the week’s news ending Aug. 15
RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY $1.5M being invested into Providence capital improvements – new DPW garage, Superman bldg., City Hall, city parks and sidewalks, etc – over 5 years Asian Restaurant in EP had a fire and will be closed for repairs Brockton Hospital cutting about 85 positions, closing several service areas such as cardiac rehab,…
Read MoreBack to School Tips from Early Childhood Director, Gordon School and American Red Cross
Back to School Tips 2025 by Cendhi Arias Henry, Early Childhood Director at The Gordon School Henry has worked with hundreds of families as their three, four and five-year-olds transition from summer to school every September. These back-to-school tips are for all families with children entering school this fall. In my conversations with caregivers, I…
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