Archive for February 2026
Chief Sidney Wordell (ret.) Inducted in Rhode Island Criminal Justice Hall of Fame
Photo, top: Chief Thomas F. Oates, III, Chief Sidney Wordell (ret.), the Honorable Francis X. Flaherty The Rhode Island Police Chiefs Association announced that Executive Director, Chief Sidney Wordell (ret.) was recently inducted into the Rhode Island Criminal Justice Hall of Fame with the Class of 2025. Chief Wordell began his career in Little Compton…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for February 22, 2026
Morning Mostly cloudy and cold start. Dry early; increasing clouds through late morning. Temps: upper 20s → low 30s. Winds are light today. Quiet but storm signals increasing – a day to get around and PREPARE. Afternoon Snow may develop as early as late afternoon (earlier inland). May begin as a mix near the coast before…
Read MoreAsk Chef Walter: Rice Fritters for Carnevale – Walter Potenza
by Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer In Italy, the fritters are best savored warm, along with a glass of sweet Vin Santo or a strong espresso. Readers: Carnevale in Italy is a vibrant celebration of indulgence, serving as a final jubilant farewell before the reflective season of Lent. This lively pre-Lenten festival is renowned for…
Read MoreOperation Winter Weather Warning – Hernando is on its way (UPDATED)
UPDATES will be ongoing – in red, HERE, throughout the storm: MONDAY UPDATES: The snowstorm has slowed and will be hitting us more in the daylight hours today. Most powerful winds and snow expected to end by evening. Prepare for power outages. Winds have picked up in the southern part of the state. This is…
Read MoreGimme’ Shelter: Brownie, here! – Cheryl Tudino, RI SPCA
by Cheryl Tudino, contributing writer – RI SPCA Hi there, I’m Cheryl, a volunteer at the RISPCA in Warwick- dog walker, treat dispenser, and part-time hype woman for our adoptable pups. Who doesn’t love brownies and chocolate? 🫠I have the perfect forever fix for your sweet spot…come meet Brownie! Brownie is the definition of…
Read MoreProvidence College Fellows Program on Renewing American Civic Culture Receives $1M+ NEH Grant
Humanities Program at Providence College Receives Seven Figure Grant - College awarded $1,125,554 million to establish Saint Dominic Fellows Program Providence College announced that its Humanities Program has received more than $1 million in funding from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) for a three-year project entitled, “Virtuous Citizens: Integrating Virtue and Leadership through the…
Read MoreBurn with Kearns: Rotational Power, Missing Link in Injury Prevention 50+ – Kevin Kearns
by Coach Kevin Kearns, contributing writer on exercise and fitness The word “core” has been diluted. Crunches don’t create rotational power. They don’t protect your spine during dynamic movement. And they certainly don’t help you age like an athlete. When we trained fighters in multi-plane environments, core work was never isolated. It was integrated. Because…
Read MoreIn the News… quick recap of the week’s news – Feb. 21, 2026
RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY Couple on the Cape fell through the ice while walking their dog – rescuers attempted to reach them but it’s believed they both died 7th child died of flu in MA – 7 adults died also – 260 total deaths so far in 2026 The Sandwich Hut in Pawtucket named the…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for February 21, 2026
Morning Lingering clouds and leftover flurries or spotty light snow showers are possible early, especially inland. Temperatures start in the mid-20s to near 30°F, with damp or slick spots possible on untreated surfaces. Afternoon Skies gradually brighten with partial sunshine developing. Highs reach the upper 30s to low 40s°F, helping melt any minor accumulation. A…
Read MoreHomeless in RI: Weather Emergency Days Ahead – Shelters, Warming Centers, Resources
RHODE ISLAND EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF HOUSING HIGHLIGHTS AVAILABLE RESOURCES AHEAD OF EXPECTED INCLEMENT WEATHER With inclement weather expected this weekend and early next week, the Executive Office of Housing is urging Rhode Islanders in need to access available resources and is announcing the activation of four emergency pop-up sites to provide additional safe, warm places…
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