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Jack’s Angle: For the passengers, a Pawtucket Transit Station update – John J. “Jack” Partridge

May 13, 2025 |

An older man smiling in front of a brick wall.

by John J. “Jack” Partridge, contributing writer As we enter summer months, many passengers wonder when the new building at the train station will be open. The latest news is that the station’s construction is on schedule and will be open in early 2026, if not sooner. Frequent riders who froze and got weather beaten…

Rhode Island Weather for May 22, 2025 – Jack Donnelly May 22, 2025
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist A nice day for a Nor’Easter…..in May!? It happens….. A tight low pressure area rolling up from the mid-Atlantic will bring rain, heavy at times with howling winds gusting to 40 mph, possibly higher along the coasts. Up to 2” of rain when all is said and done. Tight temperature range,… […]
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We Cook! Mill’s Tavern Louisiana style beer braised Short Rib, Grits, Baked Beans, Cornbread May 22, 2025
Louisiana-Style Beer-Braised Short Rib with Creamy Cheddar Grits, Sweet Baked Beans & Cornbread Crumble (Serves 4): Rich beef short ribs are braised in a dark beer and Cajun-spiced liquid until fork tender, then served over creamy cheddar grits with smoky-sweet baked beans and a crunchy cornbread crumble for a bold Southern-inspired plate packed with flavor… […]
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RI Veterans: Did you know? 22.05.25 (Medical, Memorial Day, War Dog, events) – John A. Cianci May 22, 2025
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer, veterans issues Medical Care Did you know 40% of all medical care provided by the VA is through the private medical community?Did you know that if the VA cannot provide you with an appointment within 30 days, the veteran is entitled to approval to use private medical options? VETTIP: If VA cannot… […]
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RI Trucking Association calling on Governor and General Assembly to halt truck tolls May 22, 2025
The Rhode Island Trucking Association (RITA)is calling upon Governor McKee and the General Assembly to refrain from reinstating the RhodeWorks truck-only tolling in light of the First Circuit Court of Appeals’ ruling that the current legislation is unconstitutional. All members of the General Assembly received a communication from RITA urging them to oppose tolls. The… […]
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8th annual Rhode Island Slow Pitch Softball Hall of Fame: Class of 2025 May 22, 2025
The Rhode Island Slow Pitch Softball Hall of Fame celebrates its 8th year by announcing the Class of 2025. The Hall of Fame will be held on Saturday, November 15th at the Crown Plaza in Warwick, RI. May has its traditions, it’s when the May flowers sprout up after the April showers. It is when… […]
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Rhode Island Weather for May 21, 2025 – Jack Donnelly May 21, 2025
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Frontal system approaches from the west with drizzle and light rain developing in the early evening hours. Lows in the chilly mid 40’s and highs in the low 50’s with an northeasterly breeze. It’s a “D” day! ___ Follow Jack’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY Jack Donnelly was born… […]
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Time for Sour Grapes! May 21st – Tim Jones May 21, 2025
by Timothy Jones, cartoonist ___ 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 and libraries… […]
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It is what it is: May 21, 2025 – Jen Brien May 21, 2025
by Jennifer Brien, contributing writer, commentary FOR JULIANA What would I say to my beautiful niece who graduated from college last weekend If I were to give her a commencement speech? As an auntie who missed 90% of her life because of my personal struggles with alcoholism and PTSD I would say these things to… […]
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The RI Senior Games 2025 – “We need players!” May 21, 2025
WE NEED PLAYERS! – That’s the call of The RI Senior Games – kicking off the 2025 Season. And you are invited to be a part of it. Last year the RI Senior Games had 7 events and almost 500 competitors from RI and across the country. This year RISG is hosting 12 events! See… […]
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Another kerfuffle where strikers’ rights meet rights of children, elderly, homeowners, drivers May 21, 2025
Photo on picket line, Providence City Council social pages Members of SEIU at Butler Hospital have been striking for over a week now, walking on Blackstone Boulevard which has no sidewalks, often crossing back and forth over the one-lane car, one-lane bike land property. Picketing includes signs, shouting, notes for cars to blow their horns… […]
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