Archive for December 2025
Outdoors in RI: Duck, Duck, Deer – Climate Action Pivots – Birdwatching Gift Giving
Not a good time to be a deer on Martha’s Vineyard – Deer Hunting Season on Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket Expanded The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced new regulations to expand the deer hunting seasons on Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket, with a six-week winter primitive firearms and bowhunting season from January 1 through February 14. The Islands…
Read MoreReal Estate in RI: $2.5M Historic East Side Tudor – RPL’s Derek Simpson, for buyer
RPL Closes $2.5M Sale of Historic East Side Tudor PROVIDENCE, R.I. (December 16, 2025) – Residential Properties Ltd. is proud to announce the sale of 767 Elmgrove Avenue on Providence’s East Side for $2.5 million. RPL Sales Associate Derek Simpson represented the seller and RPL Sales Associate Jim DeRentis represented the buyer in this transaction.…
Read MoreGriefSPEAK: La Vigilia, Anchored in Tradition – Mari Nardolillo Dias
By: Mari Dias, EdD, NCC, FT, contributing writer There is a quiet stability in tradition. When the world feels overwhelming, I find comfort in customs passed down through generations—rituals that remind me that not everything changes. That some things remain steady, dependable, and familiar. In my home, La Vigilia—the Feast of the Seven Fishes—is sacred.…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 18.12.25 (Benefits, VA News, healthcare, Jobs, Events) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, veterans writer NEW: President Trump announced last night that all 1,450,000 military serving will receive a war dividend before Christmas. How much? $1,776. In recognition of 1776, our nation’s anniversary. ___ Survivor Benefits From A Deceased Veteran Collecting Military Retirement Military We start off with questions from one of our readers:…
Read MoreAll Brown University Health Facilities in RI and MA Move to Status Yellow Today; Masks Required
Due to high community transmission rates of influenza and other respiratory viruses, Brown University Health will move to respiratory virus status yellow across all facilities (RI and MA), effective Thursday, December 18, 2025. Under Status Yellow, Level 2 surgical masks are required for patients, visitors, and staff during direct patient care. Staff must wear a…
Read MoreUpdate: Brown University Shooting – Ongoing Reports – Dec. 18, 2025
From Mayor Brett Smiley: Dear Neighbor, The act of violence that occurred on Saturday, at Brown University has deeply affected our city. In a place meant for learning and community, we were confronted with fear, loss and a tragedy we hoped never to see. As your mayor, I want you to know that we are…
Read MoreLower Energy Usage with Heating and Cooling Tips, Home Energy Assessment – Rhode Island Energy
As the colder weather rolls into Rhode Island, many homeowners are looking for a smarter way to stay comfortable while cutting back on energy usage taking control of their utility bills. A partner to help your home become more energy efficient is Rhode Island Energy. By requesting a no cost Home Energy Assessment, an Energy…
Read MoreAsk Chef Walter: Avoiding common Christmas Cookie blunders – Chef Walter Potenza
by Master Chef Walter Potenza ‘Tis the season to be baking! As I stand in my kitchen, surrounded by the delightful aroma of cinnamon and vanilla, I can’t help but reminisce about the joyous times spent baking Christmas cookies. However, I’ve learned over the years that creating the perfect batch requires finesse and a keen…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for December 18, 2025 – a “B” Day
Morning: Cold start with mostly cloudy skies, temperatures in the upper 20s to low 30s. Dry. Afternoon: Cloudy to partly cloudy, with highs around the upper 30s. A few brighter breaks possible, but generally gray. Evening: Clouds thicken again, temperatures falling back into the upper 20s. Quiet and dry overnight. A typical December day —…
Read MoreUPDATED: Brown University Shooting – Ongoing Reports – Dec. 17, 2025
UPDATES are provided here with the most recent first. This is day 5. UPDATE – December 17, 2025: No new word came until the 5pm news conference, albeit with “X” on fire with theories. Local news is frustrated by the lack of progress and transparency – as are national news outlets, where the Brown University…
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