Archive for January 2026
Heat Emergency for Seniors and Disabled Residents at Providence 10-story, 200 unit Charles Place; Repairs a Week Away
Today, RINewsToday learned that residents living in the 200 apartment units at Charles Place, a 10-story building at 460 Charles Street in Providence had no or insufficient heat for the last several days. Charles Place is familiarly identified as “Section 8” – housing for the elderly and disabled — and managed by Wingate Companies. Our…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for January 29, 2026
Morning (sunrise, 7 AM to noon): Mostly cloudy to clearing, cold start with lows around 25–30°F (feels like lower with light winds). Light NW winds ~5-10 mph. Low precip chance. Typical cold winter morning, not brutal but brisk—bundle up for commutes. Afternoon (noon to, 5 PM sunset): Partly cloudy, highs reaching 35–39°F. Light winds, dry…
Read MoreUniversity of Rhode Island New Dorms will Accommodate over 1,100 Students
First new residence hall slated to open fall 2027 University of Rhode Island President Marc Parlange and Gilbane Development Company President and CEO James Patchett will join elected officials, members of URI’s Board of Trustees and URI faculty, staff and students to break ground on the University’s newest student housing development. Through an innovative new…
Read MoreRhode Island Foundation grants nearly $7 million to dozens of nonprofits
Photo, top: Volunteers sort food supplies at The Elisha Project food bank. Nonprofits across RI will receive nearly $7 million in grants Today’s announcement by the Rhode Island Foundation comes as the deadline to apply for millions of dollars in additional funding nears Dozens of nonprofits across the state will share nearly $7 million…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 29.01.26 (Veteran Buddy Cianci, Desert Storm, Resources) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer, veterans issues Did you know the late Vincent “Buddy†Cianci served in the U.S. Army? Vincent “Buddy” Cianci served in the United States Army from 1966 to 1969. He served as a 1st Lieutenant in the Military Police Corps and was stationed at Fort Devens, Massachusetts. Cianci enlisted in…
Read MoreIt is what it is: January 28, 2026 – Commentary with Jen Brien
by Jennifer Brien, commentary, contributing writer THE PROTESTS ARE NOT PEACEFUL and are not “NON-VIOLENT RESISTANCE” Anyone who says the protests / protestors in Minnesota are peaceful or NON-VIOLENT are gaslighting. The recent shooting in Minnesota is yet just another example of what goes down when people encourage these types of individuals to go out…
Read MoreIt’s time for Sour Grapes! – 1.28.26 – 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 local…
Read MoreDr. Edward Akelman, President, University Orthopedics Named Physician of the Year by RI Hospital Medical Staff
Rhode Island Hospital Medical Staff Association Names UOI’s Dr. Edward Akelman Outstanding Physician of the Year Recognizing outstanding skill and leadership, award is organization’s highest honor  The Rhode Island Hospital Medical Staff Association recently awarded University Orthopedics president, Dr. Edward Akelman, with the 2025 Milton W. Hamolsky, MD Outstanding Physician of the Year Award.  …
Read MoreWhy Waiting for a Housing “Crash” Is the Wrong Answer to Affordability – Emilio DiSpirito
By Emilio DiSpirito IV, Private Office Advisor & License Partner, Engel & Völkers Oceanside Every few weeks, I hear the same argument—online, at open houses, and in casual conversations: “I’m waiting for the housing market to crash. That’s the only way homes will be affordable again.” I understand the frustration. Prices feel high. Rates are…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for January 28, 2026
Morning:Cold start with mostly cloudy skies and temperatures in the single numbers to low teens. No snow is expected; any flurries have been removed from the forecast. Dry conditions prevail, though it remains wintry. Afternoon:Skies remain mostly cloudy and cold, with highs only in the low-20s. Dry weather continues with no measurable precipitation expected, making…
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