Archive for January 2026
Rhode Island Weather for January 7, 2026 – a “B-” Day
Morning Mostly cloudy with a chance of rain showers early, temperatures in the mid-30s°F Afternoon Continued cloudy skies with occasional rain possible, highs edging into the upper 30s to low 40s°F. Evening Becoming partly cloudy to overcast, temperatures holding in the 30s°F, rain chances decreasing. It’s a “B-” day! ___
Read MoreReal Estate in RI: $1.55M East Greenwich Colonial, RPL’s Sasha Mellor Allamby for Sellers
Residential Properties Ltd. announced the sale of 10 McPartland Way in East Greenwich for $1.55 million. RPL Sales Associate Sasha Mellor Allamby represented the seller in this transaction. This elegant and meticulously upgraded home nestled in the desirable Crystal Creek neighborhood showcases exquisite craftsmanship and architectural detail throughout. The open floor plan features a new…
Read MoreIt is what it is. January 7, 2026 – Commentary with Jen Brien
by Jennifer Brien, contributing writer, commentary NEW YEAR, NEW YOU? GIVE ANYTHING A WHIRL!!! Alright gang here we all are, post holidays and past the “two DEAD weeks” of existence that happen during THE holidays… and what I mean by “dead” is really FREE WEEKS. WEEKS where work is wonky, our usual habits and our…
Read MoreIt’s time for Sour Grapes! – Tim Jones
by Timothy Jones, cartoonist, contributing writer ___ 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 MoreHow to Talk About Greenland Like You Know What You’re Talking About
Greenland has become a recurring topic in global security discussions, often framed around ownership or control. In reality, the situation is governed by existing law, geography, and long-standing agreements. Direct takeovers of countries have become exceedingly rare in the modern era, with most attempts since World War II either reversed, unrecognized, or met with sustained…
Read MoreART: Shimmering Beauty Kingfishers in Art and Poetry – RI School of Design (RISD) Museum
Photo, above, RISD Museum – Utagawa Hiroshige æŒå·åºƒé‡, Kingfisher, Nandina Berries, and Reeds , Edo Period. Gift of Mrs. John D. Rockefeller, Jr. Asian Gallery Japanese Prints (RA 602A), Asian Art Brilliant and jewel-toned, the kingfisher has inspired artists and poets for centuries. In Japan, this iridescent bird frequently appears in kachÅ hanga (bird-and-flower prints),…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for January 6, 2026 – a “C” Day!
Morning Mostly cloudy and cold, but dry. Temperatures start in the low to mid-20s, with light winds. Afternoon Cloudy and cold with no precipitation expected. Highs reach the low to mid-30s, staying seasonably chilly for early January. Evening Cloudy and turning colder. A chance of light snow develops late tonight, mainly after sunset. Any early…
Read MoreWarwick Synchro Medals in 2026 Colonial Classic Synchronized Skating Competition
Teams from Warwick Synchro earned medals at the 2026 Colonial Classic Synchronized Skating Competition at the Tsongas Center this weekend. More than 115 teams from across the Northeast participated in the two-day event, with judges from across the United States officiating the competition. Synchronized skating is the fastest-growing discipline in figure skating. Skaters are assigned…
Read MoreRI Professional Driver Brian Evers Honored by XPO for 25 Years of Accident-Free Service
XPO is proud to recognize professional driver Brian Evers for achieving 25 years of service without a single accident or injury. Brian has also previously reached the milestone of two million consecutive accident-free miles, placing him among an elite group of drivers in the trucking industry. “Reaching 25 years accident and injury free, along with two…
Read MoreBrown Health at Status Red; Other Hospitals’ Mask Status with Virus Peak 2 Weeks Away
The flu is spreading uncontrolled with Flu A, Flu B, and COVID not far behind. Mask requirements have changed at nearly every hospital and healthcare setting. Some have gone from average, everyday masks to a Code Red – see below: Brown University Health: Rhode Island Hospital – Miriam Hospital – Hasbro Children’s Hospital – Bradley…
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