Posts Tagged ‘Cranston’
Ask Chef Walter: Beef Tallow, forgotten super-fat reclaiming its place – Chef Walter Potenza
by Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer, executive chef The forgotten super-fat reclaiming its place in modern kitchens. Beef Tallow Sweet Potato French Fries, above Friends: In an era where processed vegetable oils dominate supermarket shelves, an ancient culinary staple is making a surprising comeback—beef tallow. Once a cornerstone of traditional cooking, this rich, golden fat…
Read MoreTo Do in RI: Howells & Duruflé Requiem with RI Civic Chorale and Orchestra
RICCO Presents the Rarely Heard Howells Requiem and Duruflé Requiem in March Concert The Rhode Island Civic Chorale and Orchestra (RICCO) is honored to present a deeply moving and uniquely beautiful concert featuring two powerful works: Herbert Howells’ Requiem and Maurice Duruflé’s Requiem. Howells & Duruflé Requiem will be performed on May 17, 2025 –…
Read MoreGroundwater mystery at Budlong Pool revealed during new pool construction. Splash pad opening.
City of Cranston Update Regarding Budlong Pool Complex Construction and New City Splash Pad Facility On April 3, 2025, the administration of Mayor Ken Hopkins issued the following statement regarding the Budlong pool project and construction of a new water splash pad facility: On July 16, 2024, after a public bidding process, the City of…
Read MoreCranston Mayor Hopkins budget address. A thriving, fiscally strong city, investing in children.
MAYOR’S BUDGET ADDRESS TO THE CITY COUNCIL, APRIL 1, 2025 This evening, I am, once again, very proud to report that the City of Cranston is thriving and is fiscally strong. That is so because, for the past four years, I am making sure that, with support of the city council, Cranston is a safe city for our residents and businesses. Our economic…
Read MoreSports in RI: CLCF continues leading the way for all youth sports stands for, and more – John Cardullo
by John Cardullo, sportswriter Ever since CLCF burst upon the youth sports scene in the mid-1950’s few sports organizations withstood the test of time like Cranston League for Cranston Future. Created at a time when the need for youth sports programs were becoming greater. Post World War II times, when Americans were deployed all over…
Read MoreEPA Excellence Award in Rhode Island goes to Cranston’s Water Pollution Control Facility
The City of Cranston Water Pollution Control Facility has been honored as the recipient of the 2024 EPA Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant Operation and Maintenance Excellence Award for the state of Rhode Island. This recognition was presented during an awards ceremony held in Boston on January 30, where the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) New…
Read MoreHomeless in RI: Encampment clearing, US Pallet Shelters, Warming Centers/Shelters, Open Doors
Encampment Clearing in Providence A long-standing, and steadily deteriorating encampment was razed to the ground yesterday as the RI Department of Transportation implemented orders to do so, clearing what might have been the largest still-standing encampment in the state, after first ridding the area of toxic or dangerous materials. As encampments have been “banned” by…
Read MoreCranston GOP elects chair, leadership. Commits to “One Cranston”
CRANSTON GOP RE ELECT COLASANTE AS CHAIRMAN AND CONFIRM ‘25-’27 LEADERSHIP TEAM The Cranston Republican City Committee elected John Colasante and a full leadership team in a unanimous vote at their biennial reorganization meeting last week. Colasante’s role of Chairman, which was mid-term, is now for a full term. The committee has cited major successes…
Read MoreRhode Island Police Chiefs Association installs Executive Board for its 75th year
The Rhode Island Police Chiefs Association (RIPCA) installed its new Executive Board during a swearing-in ceremony on January 12 in Warwick. The newly installed President, Woonsocket Police Chief Thomas F. Oates III, outlined his vision and priorities for the Association’s 75th year. His focus includes further strengthening traffic safety awareness efforts and launching the new…
Read MoreAsk Chef Walter: Paella Perfecta, with Chef Walter Potenza
Paella Perfecta. History, styles and the common mistakes to avoid, including some kitchen secrets and a recipe from Spain. Friends: Paella- the very sound of the word evokes a vision of the scorching coasts of Spain, the cacophony of street markets, and the aroma wafting of that savory, saffron-scented steam. This iconic creation from Valencia is perhaps…
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