Archive for October 2025
RI Veterans: Did you know? 16.10.25 (Military Pay and Assistance, Events, Resources) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer, veterans issues RINewsToday Confirms Active-Duty Soldiers Paid on Time RINEWSTODAY confirmed that local sailors and soldiers serving on active-duty Navy, Army, and Active Guard and Reserve personnel received their mid-month pay as scheduled on October 15, 2025. “Our Commander-In-Chief, Donald J. Trump, keeps his promises,†said one active-duty soldier…
Read MoreSour Grapes time! Oct. 15, 2025 – 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…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for October 15, 2025 – a “B-” Day
Morning will kick off under mostly cloudy skies with cool air still lingering — temps around the low 40s °F, gradually warming as the day begins. Afternoon, expect the cloud cover to hold steady, limiting sunshine, but temperatures should still climb into the mid-60s °F at best. Evening, the skies remain mostly cloudy and temps…
Read MoreRhode Island in a Recession. Weak Economic Indicators. Tricky Call – URI Economist Lardaro
URI’s longtime economic analyst says the data show recession-level weakness — yet he admits the verdict isn’t clear-cut. Rhode Island’s economic performance for August plummeted and the state is now in a recession – that’s the proclamation on October 14th of of University of Rhode Island economist Leonard Lardaro. Recent reports suggest Rhode Island is…
Read MoreIt is what it is: Commentary with Jen Brien, Oct. 15, 2025
by Jennifer Brien, contributing writer, commentary WHY IS EVERYONE TRUSTING HAMAS? People… this pains me to say it… but, you’re being played. I know many people feel great right now because of what transpired in the Middle East, all the living Israeli hostages have been released, and TRUMP is getting the “GOOD JOB” high fives he…
Read MoreTo Do in RI: Pawtucket Hall of Fame announces Inductees, Tickets on Sale Now
The public is invited to its annual Pawtucket Hall of Fame Banquet and Induction Ceremony on Friday, November 7, 2025, beginning at 6pm (reception), 7pm (dinner) at the Pawtucket Armory Arts Center, 172 Exchange Street, Pawtucket, RI. The event will be catered by Pranzi. ] The Master of Ceremonies for the evening will be NBC10 News…
Read MoreART! Michaelangelo’s Sistine Chapel comes to the people in unique touring exhibition – at Warwick Mall
“Warwick Mall Art” will present a touring exhibition of Michaelangelo’s Sistine Chapel. The exhibit will open on October 17, show-casing high-resolution images of the Vatican’s frescoes. The exhibit is located “where Forever 21 used to be”. The exhibition runs through Sunday, January 18, 2026. Rome lands in Providence, the life-size, up-close, never-before-seen perspective of Michelangelo’s…
Read MoreBuilding Financial Confidence for Homeownership: Free Virtual Workshop by BankRI, PCF Development
Free Virtual Workshop by BankRI and PCF Development Aims to Empower First-Time Buyers Buying a home for the first time can feel overwhelming—but understanding the financial aspects doesn’t have to be. To help prospective homeowners feel more prepared and empowered, Bank Rhode Island (BankRI), a division of Beacon Bank & Trust, and Pawtucket Central Falls…
Read MoreBrown University Professor Ieva Jusionyte Receives Coveted MacArthur Fellowship
Photo, above: John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation Ieva Jusionyte of Brown University in Providence, R.I., is a cultural anthropologist who immerses herself in the communities most affected by border security issues. She worked as a volunteer paramedic on both sides of the U.S.-Mexico border. She spoke with WYPR about Exit Wounds, her book…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for Oct. 14, 2025 – a “C” day
Morning begins on a damp note, with overcast skies, patchy fog, and light sprinkles early on. Conditions may feel a bit dreary but mild, with temps climbing slowly. In the afternoon, clouds will persist and the chance for light rain or drizzle remains, keeping highs in the upper 50s °F. The day won’t warm much,…
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