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Out & About in RI: Senior Agenda Coalition of RI 16th Annual Conference (photos)
Photo, top: Herb Weiss & Carol Anne Costa On Sept. 25, 2025, over 300 gathered at the Senior Agenda Coalition of Rhode Island’s (SACRI) 16th Annual Conference and Expo, “Navigating Choppy Waters – Shelter from the Storm,” held at Rhodes on the Pawtuxet in Cranston. The Sept. 25 event featured a thought-provoking keynote address by…
Read MoreOutdoors in RI: Vineyard Yoga, Goddard Golf fix-up, Birdwatching, Photography, Big River, Walk Audit
Goddard Park Golf Course An NBC 10 viewer reached out to Ask Alison about the Goddard Park Golf Course. Jim emailed: “Goddard Park golf course used to be a great, inexpensive place for fixed income seniors to recreate and get some exercise,” he wrote. “Please address the disgusting, negligent, lack of management and resources. We…
Read MoreTo honor Pawtucket Mayor Henry Kinch: A tribute to leadership and legacy
By Mary Bray On Sunday, June 22 at 10:00 a.m., the Pawtucket Democratic City Committee will host a tribute breakfast at the Pawtucket Country Club to honor one of the city’s most impactful leaders—former Democratic Mayor Henry S. Kinch, Sr. The event offers the community an opportunity to reflect on and celebrate the enduring legacy…
Read MoreOut and About in RI: Public Art mural unveiled at Pawtucket’s Senior Center (photos)
On May 23, 2025, more than 75 people gathered for the unveiling of a vibrant new outdoor mural at the Leon Mathieu Senior Center, located at 450 Main Street in Pawtucket. The 14-by-21-foot mural, now displayed on the center’s exterior wall, celebrates Pawtucket’s cultural diversity and promotes a message of positive aging. The project transforms…
Read MoreOut & About in RI: Centreville Bank Stadium opening day for RIFC in Pawtucket
Soccer time in Rhode Island. 0-0 was the final score between the Rhode Island FC and the San Antonio FC. The evening ended with a literal rainbow over the stadium. Parking in the lots around time was $30, but seemed manageable with most people arriving after a 15 minute walk. Food was raved over. Seemed…
Read MoreOut and About in RI: Attendees share concerns, camaraderie at Senior Agenda Coalition event
Photos by Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues. Look for his full report on the in his article on Monday. If you have an event you are attending or organizing and would like to be featured in an OUT AND ABOUT IN RI feature, send to: [email protected]
Read MoreOut & About in RI – Pawtucket’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade (photos)
St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Pawtucket, a fun and festive 43rd year! Photos by Herb Weiss, contributing writer
Read MoreTransparency a pressing issue for everyone – Ethan Shorey, Rhode Island Press Association
by Ethan Shorey, Rhode Island Press Association, commentary In a side capacity to my job as a local newspaper editor and writer, I’m also president of the Rhode Island Press Association. To people of a certain age, that name might sound stodgy and old, but we’ve been working hard to make sure we’re focused on…
Read MoreOut and About in RI: Inauguration time in Pawtucket – Mayor, City Council, School Comm.
Don Grebien was inaugurated last night as well as City Council & the School Committee. Here are some pix of the festivities that took place. Thank you to Herb Weiss for photos. ___
Read MoreOperation Winter Weather: City of Pawtucket has a plan
City of Pawtucket Announces 2024-2025 Winter Preparedness Plan Photo, top: Pawtucket City Calendar, Jennn Lombari, 2021 As winter weather approaches, the City of Pawtucket says it wants to ensure all residents are informed about snow and ice procedures. Please review the important details below to stay prepared and avoid fines during snow emergencies. For immediate…
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