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Sports in RI: Sports tourism continues to drive visitations, economic impact in Rhode Island

February 20, 2025 |

From: The Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau Cheerleading competitions, collegiate championships headline another winning season for the RI Sports Commission, totaling $18 million in direct spend in Q1 There is sure to be sports madness in and around Providence this March, but the much-anticipated NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship is just the cherry…

EEOC and NLRB changes puts HR in chaos – Mary T. O’Sullivan February 24, 2025
by Mary T. O’Sullivan, MSOL, contributing writer, business “When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves.”- Viktor Frankl, Holocaust Survivor In the last month, chaos has reigned in the federal government. Thousands of workers no longer have jobs, some of those jobs were critical to national security.… […]
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Rhode Island Weather for Feb. 24, 2025 – Jack Donnelly February 24, 2025
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Strengthening high pressure slides east of us bringing warmer air in on light southerly winds, a welcome relief from a frigid month. Morning lows in the upper 20’s rise to the mid 40’s under few clouds and ample sunshine. It’s an “A” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH… […]
Jack Donnelly
Our Networking Pick of the Week – East Bay Chamber of Commerce February 24, 2025
Rise and shine with us at Early Bird Coffee & Connections, a monthly networking event hosted by the East Bay Chamber of Commerce on the last Thursday of each month from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM – at chamber offices, 16 Cutler Street, Suite 102, in Warren. The event is this week, Feb. 27th. This… […]
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Business Beat: NRI Chamber’s Monika Zuluaga graduates from US Chamber fellowship program February 24, 2025
Fellowship Provides State and Local Business Leaders with Opportunities to Engage Nationally on Critical Education and Workforce Issues Monika Zuluaga, Vice President of Membership & Strategic Partnerships of the Northern Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce graduated from the tenth cohort of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s premier business leadership program, the Business Leads Fellowship… […]
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It’s now time for Congress to give tax credits to America’s caregivers – Herb Weiss February 24, 2025
By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues Just a few days after the 119th Congress was sworn in on Friday, January 3rd, AARP, along with 94 organizations, sent a letter to Congress urging lawmakers to enact legislation to provide financial relief for America’s caregivers. This could be accomplished by including the bipartisan bicameral Credit for… […]
Herb Weiss
Ask Chef Walter: Chicken Thighs cooking lesson – Chef Walter Potenza February 23, 2025
by Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer Friends: Chicken thighs are a delicious and versatile meat option that both home cooks and chefs enjoy using. While chicken breasts are popular for being lean and high in protein, chicken thighs have their benefits and drawbacks. Advantages of Chicken Thighs. 1. Rich Flavor: Chicken thighs, being dark meat, boast… […]
Walter Potenza
Pawtucket Hall of Fame 2025 – nomination time February 23, 2025
The Pawtucket Hall of Fame Committee is currently seeking nominations for the 2025 Pawtucket Hall of Fame honorees. This annual signature event is a celebration to recognize those individuals whose efforts – in any line of endeavor – have made a lasting impact and highlighted the heritage of the citizens of the City of Pawtucket. Awardees will… […]
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To Do in RI: Newport Mansions Orchestral program, historic photography talk in March February 23, 2025
Orchestral music from the 19th century and photography from America’s Gilded Age will be presented at Rosecliff in March as The Preservation Society of Newport County continues its winter and spring series of educational programs. • The Gilded Age Orchestra of Newport will take the Rosecliff ballroom stage on March 6 starting at 6 p.m.… […]
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Gimme’ Shelter: Sabrina at the Providence Animal Control Center February 23, 2025
Meet Sabrina! This young lady is a playful puppy who is looking for her happy life. She was found running around in Kennedy Plaza one night by herself, and a Good Samaritan took her in for the night. Sabrina is a black lab mix who enjoys zoomies and playing with her toys. She is also… […]
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Rhode Island Weather for Feb. 23, 2025 – Jack Donnelly February 23, 2025
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist High pressure maintains a tenuous hold on our lower atmosphere situation, while a weak upper disturbance keeps us under partly cloudy skies through the day. Still warmer, which is a good trend, afternoon highs climbing into the low 40’s from morning lows in the upper 20’s with a slightly gusty west-northwesterly… […]
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