Archive for March 2026
We Cook! Cuban Sandwiches – Anthony Salemme
by Anthony Salemme, contributing chef archives This was a down city favorite lunchtime sandwich, and I hadn’t made one at home in a very long time. I used leftover roasted pork tenderloin I had made the day before. Roast Pork is easy peasy and you can make it for dinner and have these sandwiches the…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for March 12, 2026
Morning: Temperatures start around the upper 40s°F under partly cloudy to mostly cloudy skies, with light to moderate southwest winds around 10-15 mph. Conditions remain dry with only a minimal (around 10%) chance of any light showers, and humidity stays comfortable. It will feel crisp but not bitterly cold as the sun rises around 7…
Read MoreIt’s time for Sour Grapes! – March 11, 2026 – 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 MoreIt is what it is: March 11, 2026 Commentary with Jen Brien
by Jennifer Brien, commentary – contributing writer PEOPLE What is it about people these days? I look around and honestly think to myself , “I’m literally surrounded by mental patients”. There used to be a time when we would see CRAZY STORIES in the checkout isle at Almacs as we waited to pay for our…
Read MoreRI Good Neighbor Energy Fund Expands Eligibility Through May 9 Due to Rising Energy Costs
Amid Rising Energy Costs, RI Good Neighbor Energy Fund Expands Eligibility to Help More Rhode Islanders Through May 9, households may qualify for assistance with income up to 350% of the FPL In response to the sudden, sharp increase in energy costs, the Rhode Island Good Neighbor Energy Fund (GNEF) is temporarily expanding eligibility guidelines…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for March 11, 2026
Morning: Conditions will start chilly with lows in the upper 20s to low 30s°F overnight transitioning into the morning, likely partly cloudy to mostly cloudy skies, light winds, and dry weather initially. It should feel brisk but manageable with layers. Afternoon: Highs reach around the low to mid 40s°F , with mostly cloudy skies and…
Read MoreBrown Researchers Release NEST: Real-Time Flooding, Air-Quality Data Available to RI Communities
New sensor network makes real-time flooding, air-quality data available to Rhode Island communities A team of Brown University researchers has launched a new network of environmental sensors that monitor flood conditions, air quality and weather data across Rhode Island. The data, collected from nearly 100 sensors statewide, are available to anyone through an online dashboard.…
Read More60% of Gen Z say they trust TikTok less than they used to
TikTok may still dominate Gen Z culture, but new data suggests the platform’s hold on the generation is starting to weaken. Research from the Harris Poll explores how commercialization, creator burnout, and platform changes are reshaping Gen Z’s relationship with TikTok. TikTok remains Gen Z’s top culture source. 37% turn to TikTok first for entertainment,…
Read MoreSoccer World Cup Prep for RI Businesses — If You Can Make Tomorrow’s Half-Day Limited-Seat Seminar
TOMORROW! The Rhode Island Business Readiness Summit: Summer of Soccer 2026 is set for Wednesday, March 11, 2026 from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM at Bryant University’s Academic Innovation Center at 1150 Douglas Pike. Smithfield. With the 2026 FIFA World Cup expected to bring global visitors across the Northeast, Rhode Island is inviting businesses to a…
Read MoreSenior Agenda Coalition of RI to Host 2026 Legislative Leaders Forum: “Voices of Advocacy – Anchors of Hope”
The Senior Agenda Coalition of RI announces its 2026 Legislative Leaders Forum, titled “Voices of Advocacy – Anchors of Hope.” The event will take place on Friday, March 13, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon at Rhode Island College, Gaige Hall. As Rhode Island’s aging population faces unprecedented challenges, including rising costs of living,…
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