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Real Estate in RI: Ready, Set, Own. Pathway to Homeownership workshop

June 13, 2025 |

Free, First-Time Homebuyer Workshop to be Held on June 17 – BankRI and PCF Development partner to host virtual session during National Homeownership Month June is National Homeownership Month, and to help educate future homeowners, Bank Rhode Island (BankRI) and Pawtucket Central Falls Development (PCF Development) will host a free, virtual workshop for first-time buyers…

Seizing the Opportunity: Rhode Island’s single family home market – Emilio DiSpirito

October 21, 2023

A real estate man in a white shirt sitting on a brick walkway.

Dear Rhode Island Homeowners, I’m Emilio DiSpirito, your trusted Realtor, and License Partner of Engel & Völkers East Greenwich and Engel & Völkers Barrington East Bay. Today, I’m here to talk to you about a significant shift in Rhode Island’s real estate landscape, and why, if you’re a homeowner, this could be your golden opportunity.…

Our Networking Pick of the Week: North Kingstown Chamber at Tilted Barn June 16, 2025
It’s that time of year! Join the North Kingstown Chamber of Commerce for ‘Savor the Sunset’ networking on TUESDAY, June 17th, 6-8 pm on the beautiful grounds of ‘Tilted Barn’ on the border of Exeter and North Kingstown (route 2) Go to: www.NorthKingstown.com to register. About the NK Chamber of Commerce The North Kingstown Chamber of Commerce, a… […]
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Business Beat: Residential Properties, Ltd (RPL) sales excellence celebrated at annual Top Producers Event June 16, 2025
Photo: left to right: Rachel Dotson, President & CEO Sally Lapides, Gerri Schiffman, Jim DeRentis) Residential Properties Ltd. recently celebrated the astounding 2024 sales success of its dedicated agents at its annual Top Producers Event on Thursday June 12. These agents have refined their skills to a high degree, bringing local expertise and determination to… […]
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House Finance Committee’s FY 26 Budget boosts support for older Rhode Islanders – Herb Weiss June 16, 2025
By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues Last Wednesday evening, the House Finance Committee voted 11–3 to approve a balanced $14.33 billion budget for fiscal year 2026—approximately $500 million less than the current year’s budget. Lawmakers were tasked with closing a $250 million deficit without resorting to broad tax hikes or cuts to essential… […]
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Business Monday: Employers need to learn how to “bust” ghostworking – Mary T. O’Sullivan June 16, 2025
“Ghostworking: 92% of employees job search on company time” – Forbes By Mary T. O’Sullivan, MSOL, contributing writer, business and leadership Business buzzwords proliferate when employees feel the impact of work stress, being undervalued, and living in unhealthy work cultures. Words like “presenteeism, ghosting, quiet quitting, quiet firing, and burnout” (among others) have appeared more… […]
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Rhode Island Weather for June 16, 2025 – Jack Donnelly June 16, 2025
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist A beautiful day in the neighborhood as high pressure squeezes in from the northeast and keeps cloud cover to the upper levels in the afternoon. Warmer, with highs around 80 and a morning low in the mid 50’s with a light southeasterly breeze. It’s an “A-” day! ___ Follow… […]
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Rhode Island Weather for June 15, 2025 – Jack Donnelly June 15, 2025
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Your Father’s Day forecast – Cloud cover becomes entrenched over southern New England, with perhaps some breaks in the overcast long enough to get periodic glimpses of the sun. Morning lows in the mid 50’s rise only to the upper 60’s with a light northeasterly breeze. Good day to let Dad… […]
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To honor Pawtucket Mayor Henry Kinch: A tribute to leadership and legacy June 15, 2025
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… […]
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Ask Chef Walter: Summer Feast for the Palate – Chef Walter Potenza June 15, 2025
SUMMER FEAST FOR THE PALATE Let’s discover New England’s culinary soul and the unique palate. Included a test recipe for the classic Lobster roll by Executive Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer Image, top: Attribution via Steve Wrzeszczynski Friends: Every summer, New England’s unique culinary charm invites travelers to explore its charming coastal villages, misty mountains,… […]
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A Greener View: Floppy Perennials, Holey Vegetables and Wet Soil Gardening – Jeff Rugg June 15, 2025
by Jeff Rugg, contributing writer Q: We have several tall perennials that flop over when they go into bloom. When we try to straighten up the iris, peony and delphinium plants, they crack and break. How can we keep them growing straight up without having a whole bunch of poles sticking up in the yard?… […]
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Gimme’ Shelter: Old Bay at the Providence Animal Control Center June 15, 2025
Hello! I’m Old Bay and I go great with everything! I was found as an injured stray, I have spent years on the street and loved my caretakers. They called when they could see I was not feeling well. I did have an ear infection, dirty fur and overall just a little beaten up but… […]
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