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December 5, 2019

The 7th Annual Rhode Island Author Expo is great way to meet over 100 local authors and support them. Also buy some unique holiday gifts, too. The Expo will be held on Saturday, December 7th, from 10am to 4:30pm at Rhodes on the Pawtuxet in Cranston. All genres are represented from Romance, Children’s Books, Memoirs,…

The Origin of The Doctor Broad: A Mafia Love Story

May 16, 2019

by Barbara H. Roberts, MD It was Sunday, April 5, 1981. I was making rounds on my patients at the Miriam Hospital in Providence, Rhode Island, where I was a cardiologist on staff. That day, the Providence Journal Sunday Magazine published a cover story on me, entitled, Who Is the Real Dr. Roberts? The Journal’s…

Vinny Paz to be inducted TODAY into the International Boxing Hall of Fame – CES Boxing June 7, 2025
CES Boxing proudly celebrates Vinny “The Pazmanian Devil” Paz on his induction into the International Boxing Hall of Fame TODAY, Saturday, June 7, in Canastota, New York. A two-division world champion, Paz’s induction marks a key milestone in his storied career, highlighting his enduring influence and remarkable achievements both inside and outside the ring. “Vinny embodies the heart… […]
John Cardullo
In the News… quick recap of the week’s news (6.7.25) June 7, 2025
RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY Eric Spofford, 50, founder and former CEO of Granite Recover Centers, a for-profit drug and alcohol treatment company in New Hampshire, indicted by a federal grand jury in Boston for allegedly orchestrating a conspiracy to stalk journalists employed by New Hampshire Public Radio in retaliation for unfavorable reporting. Localz Burger &… […]
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Burn with Kearns: Strong without the spend: How scraps became strength tools – Kevin Kearns June 7, 2025
By Coach Kevin Kearns – Founder of Burn with Kearns, Former UFC S&C Coach, and Advocate for Real-World Training There was a time when we didn’t need chrome-plated gym machines or overpriced tech gadgets to get strong. Our ancestors didn’t have barbells or resistance bands—they had fields, ropes, barrels, and axes. They didn’t isolate biceps;… […]
Kevin Kearns
Rhode Island Weather for June 7, 2025 – Jack Donnelly June 7, 2025
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Rain will come in today – but should be gone, mostly, by tomorrow. Expect warm, humid weather with highs reaching around high 70s or even low 80s. Watch out for possible thunderstorms—these could bring strong, localized wind gusts and cloudier skies. It’s a “C” day! ___ Follow Jack’s weather forecasts, here:… […]
Jack Donnelly
How to advocate for threatened properties: The Heritage Alliance of Pawtucket June 7, 2025
The next forum of The Heritage Alliance of Pawtucket will be held on Monday, June 9th, from 6:30pm to 8pm at the Watercolor Society/Potter Casino, at 831 Armistice Blvd, across from the Slater Park Carousel inside the park. Their primary topic will be how to effectively advocate for threatened properties. The last forum in February… […]
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Gimme’ Shelter: Opie is at the Cranston Animal Shelter June 7, 2025
by Karen Kalunian, contributing writer Just look at Opie’s smile, he’s ready to bring lots of fun and action into your life! This young boy has a zest for life! He loves to be active, he’s playful and very smart! Opie wants to be your one and only prince, after all he wants all of… […]
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Real Estate in RI: Seaside waterfront communities are all the rage. Who’s buying – Emilio DiSpirito June 6, 2025
By Emilio DiSpirito, License Partner | Private Office Advisor with Engel & Völkers There’s something magnetic about Rhode Island’s coastline. Maybe it’s the way the morning sun hits the water, the blend of historic architecture and untouched natural landscapes, or the quiet luxury that defines our communities. Whatever it is, one thing is clear —… […]
Emilio DiSpirito
Outdoors in RI: 2A votes, Charter Yachts, active summer programs, garden tours, aquatic weeds… June 6, 2025
Staying on Top of the Charter Game The Newport Charter Yacht Show is the only trade event of its kind in the Northeast, meaning it’s a valuable tool for connecting luxury charter yachts, their agents, owners, captains and crews with those in the business of brokering unparalleled on-water vacations for discriminating clients. It all starts in Newport,… […]
Nancy Thomas
All About Home Care, with two Rhode Island locations, closing after 22 years in business June 6, 2025
All About Home Care, with offices on Jefferson Blvd. in Warwick and on Aquidneck Ave. in Middletown has announced its closing. They provide personalized home services that allow people the choice to safely remain in their environment through assistance from our trained, compassionate, and dedicated caregivers. The number of employees impacted is unknown. The positions… […]
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GriefSPEAK: Angel wings with footprints – Mari Nardolillo Dias June 6, 2025
by Mari Nardolillo Dias, EdD, contributing writer He kicked her repeatedly in the abdomen. As a teen in her sixth month of pregnancy, she was a bit naïve about pregnancy and birth. Shortly thereafter, she began experiencing strong cramping and delivered the fetus. It was a girl. She screamed at her partner to call a… […]
Mari Dias

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