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Homeless in RI: Rico froze to death on North Main St. in Providence – Janice Luongo, Street Sights

February 10, 2025 |

by Janice Luongo, Editor, Street Sights One day I was driving down Smith Street in Providence, and I saw a man sitting in an alcove with no coat on. I pulled over and got a coat from my car (I keep several there, in cold weather) and walked up to give it to him. I asked how I…

Rhode Island Weather for Feb. 13, 2025 – Jack Donnelly February 13, 2025
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Light snow overnight will turn to freezing rain very early in the day, and then rain most of the day – with highs in the 40s. Rain on and off most of the day, clearing up any snow left. No sun again, plenty of clouds. It’s a “C” day! ___ Follow… […]
Jack Donnelly
RI Veterans: Did you know? 13.02.25 (VA News, Homeowners Tax Credit, events…) – John A. Cianci February 13, 2025
by John A. Cianci, contributing veterans writer Deadlines to Apply for Veteran Homeowners Tax Credit in Rhode Island If you served between September 2, 1945 to December 26, 1991, you are entitled to a veterans’ tax exemption in your city or town. To receive estimate $75 to $5500 savings, you must apply to your city… […]
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Valentine, the Saint. And the Chocolate – Chef Walter Potenza February 13, 2025
by Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer For centuries it was believed to be a potent aphrodisiac, mainly because of a stimulant called Phenethylamine present in cocoa. Friends: I don’t know why we give out chocolates on Valentine’s or the connection between the 14 of February and cocoa beans. At first, I thought that maybe chocolate was discovered on… […]
Walter Potenza
When it’s often the case no one knows who’s on first, United Way 211 is a lifeline to invest in February 13, 2025
Rhode Islanders Connect 200,000+ times with United Way 211 and Point, Program Generated Significant Economic Benefit and Savings to State in 2024 In 2024, United Way’s 211 and the Point programs not only were lifelines Rhode Islanders connected with nearly 213.000 times, but the services also helped save the state more than $1..2 million through… […]
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We Cook! Mill’s Tavern Parsnip Boursin spread, Duck sausage, Duxelles and Arugula Flatbread February 13, 2025
by Ed Bolus, contributing writer, Executive Chef, Mill’s Tavern, Providence Parsnip Boursin Spread, Duck Sausage, Duxelles & Arugula Flatbread (Serves 4)This flavorful flatbread combines a creamy parsnip Boursin spread, savory duck sausage, and rich mushroom duxelles, finished with fresh arugula for a balanced appetizer or main course. Prep Time: 25 minutesCook Time: 20 minutesTotal Time:… […]
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Rhode Island Weather for Feb. 12, 2025 – Jack Donnelly February 12, 2025
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist A mostly cloudy day with a quick weather system passing mostly to our south with some light snow possible for the south coast later on. Lows in the upper 20’s rising to the mid 30’s with a light northeasterly breeze. It’s a “C” day! Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH… […]
Jack Donnelly
It is what it is – Feb. 12, 2025 – Jen Brien February 12, 2025
by Jennnifer Brien, commentary FLY LIKE AN EAGLE So that’s that. The football season has officially ended and my Sundays are going to be dreadful until the Sept 4th NFL season opener. In the meantime, did you all hear that at peak over 135 million people tuned into this year’s SUPERBOWL?! Evidently it was the… […]
Jen Brien
Homeless in RI: Warmth with Dignity, Street Sights February issue – Opening of pallet village February 12, 2025
Publishing Street Sights, RI’s only monthly magazine by and for the homeless, with gratitude to Janice Luongo: You can read the issue, page by page, HERE – or download the page at the link at the bottom of the article. ___ ECHO VILLAGE opened – complete with a marching band This week, on Tuesday, February… […]
Nancy Thomas
It’s Sour Grapes time! – 02.12.25 – Tim Jones February 12, 2025
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 local schools… […]
Tim Jones
Fr. Thomas More Garrett, O.P., named Executive Vice President of Providence College February 12, 2025
Providence College (PC) President Fr. Kenneth R. Sicard, O.P. has announced that Fr. Thomas More Garrett, O.P., has been appointed to serve as his new executive vice president (EVP) for Mission/Chief Operating Officer. EVP serves as the second in command at the College. Fr. Thomas’ appointment comes following the recent retirement of Ann Manchester-Molak ’75,… […]
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