Archive for November 2025
Words Will Never Hurt Me, a short story by Michael Fine
Words Will Never Hurt Me By Michael Fine © 2025 by Michael Fine This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, places, events, locales, and incidents are either the products of the author’s imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely…
Read MoreAsk Chef Walter: 7 Fishes Surprise. Lobster Fra Diavolo, A Bandit’s Legend – Walter Potenza
by Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer Dear Friends, One of our readers recently wrote in, curious about the fiery dish that graces so many Italian-American menus: “What’s the real story behind Lobster Fra Diavolo? Is it actually from Italy, or another red-sauce myth?” The name itself whispers mischief: Fra Diavolo, Brother Devil. It has nothing…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for November 30, 2025 – a “C-” Day!
Morning: Expect a cold, mostly cloudy start, with temps around 34–36 °F. Skies may be overcast, possibly with some patchy drizzle or light fog. Afternoon: Conditions should remain cool and mostly cloudy, with highs likely around 45–48 °F under a layer of gray skies. Evening: Skies may clear a bit after sunset, but temperatures will…
Read MoreHoliday Prep: How to Clean Kitchen Cabinets and Keep Them Looking Good – Mary Hunt
by Mary Hunt, contributing writer, EverydayCheapskate.com Kitchen cabinets are for storing dishes, not grease. Unfortunately, wood cabinets — painted or natural with a clear finish — are prone to all sorts of grease, grime and gunk from simply being in the kitchen. Depending on just how much grease and grime you’re looking at and the…
Read MoreGimme’ Shelter: Short Stacks Waiting at the RI SPCA – Cheryl Tudino
by Cheryl Tudino, Contributing Writer 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! Calling all Short Stack lovers! The RISPCA has more Short Stacks than your favorite Sunday…
Read MoreIn the News… Quick Recap on the News of the Week ending Nov. 28, 2025
RHODE ISLAND & REGION Six primary care providers at a single Mass General Brigham practice are moving to rival Beth Israel Lahey Health, raising to at least 18 the total number of such defections from the state’s largest health care system to the second largest in less than a year. Plainville farm fire loses 7 horses, saves…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for November 29, 2025 – it’s a “B” Day!
Morning: Cold and mostly cloudy to partly cloudy, with temperatures in the low–mid 30s°F around daybreak, slowly edging toward the upper 30s by late morning. A wintry feel, but generally dry. Afternoon: Still chilly. Expect upper 30s to low 40s°F, with a mix of clouds and sun. There may be a few passing flurries or…
Read MoreOne Neighborhood Builders reduces staffing. Central Providence Unidos responds.
This week, Central Providence Unidos sent out notification that team members and other key staff, will be terminated from One Neighborhood Builders. On ONB’s website they are identified as: “A place-based, comprehensive initiative increasing economic mobility and health equity in Central Providence.” We asked ONB for a statement and have included that of Peter Chapman,…
Read MoreOut & About in RI: Pawtucket Hall of Fame Celebrates Inspiring 2025 Inductees
Pawtucket Hall of Fame Celebrates Inspiring 2025 Inductees More than 240 guests filled the historic Pawtucket Armory on Friday, November 7, for the 2025 Pawtucket Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony—an evening filled with pride, gratitude, and heartfelt recognition. The annual celebration, catered by Pranzi and warmly guided by Master of Ceremonies Barbara Morse of NBC10,…
Read MoreBurn with Kearns: Move and Improve Today! – Kevin Kearns
by Coach Kevin Kearns, contributing writer, exercise and fitness Exercise: Your Best Medicine for a Healthier, Longer Life As we embrace our 50s and beyond, the gift of longevity comes with its own set of challenges and opportunities. The choices we make in these years are critical, and exercise often stands out as the most…
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