Posts Tagged ‘Providence’
Why companies lay off people around the holidays – Mary T. O’Sullivan
By Mary T. O’Sullivan, MSOL, contributing writer on business and leadership “While a layoff at any time of the year is difficult for workers to absorb, it can be particularly tough during the holidays, when budgets are often stretched thin and job hunting can feel like a fool’s errand.†– Fast Company While we contemplate…
Read MoreBusiness Beat: Central RI Chamber announces Jennifer Wheelehon as VP
The Central Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the addition of Jennifer Wheelehon as Vice President. Jennifer brings over 20 years of nonprofit leadership, relationship building, and promotional expertise to the Chamber, making her an invaluable asset to the organization and its members. Jennifer is no stranger to the Chamber, having worked…
Read MoreGimme’ Shelter: Solstice and Noche, Providence Animal Control Center
Hello! We are siblings, either from the same littler or 2 litters – but we came in as “strays” …. but our spidey senses say otherwise. We were probably someone’s babies at one point. We are sort of socialized to people and if we were outside like this, we would be very hard to catch.…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for December 15, 2024 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist High pressure slides just a bit east, retreating to the coastal waters. Cloud cover moves in through the afternoon as mid level steering flow guides the advancement of the next weather maker currently over the mid-west. Still cold, morning lows in the upper teens rising to the low 30’s with a…
Read MoreAsk Chef Walter: Chickpeas, savory and sweet – Walter Potenza
by Executive Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer Friends: Around the holidays, many Italian regions take advantage of chickpeas for their savory and sweet dishes. In this overview, there are some interesting details about this ancient legume and a recipe for the Sicilian Panelle. Chickpeas, commonly known as garbanzo beans, have been cultivated for over a…
Read MoreReal Estate in RI: East Side Colonial, $3.65M. Compass (seller) & Residential Properties (buyer)
Compass announced the sale of 137 Grotto Avenue in Providence for $3,650,000. Kira Greene, founding agent of Compass Providence, and Debby Ladd of Compass’ Little Compton office represented the Seller in this transaction. The Frank Mauran Jr. House is a masterpiece of architectural design nestled in the coveted Grotto area of the East Side of…
Read MoreBurn with Kearns: Move and Improve Today – Kevin Kearns
by Kevin Kearns, contributing writer on exercise and fitness Exercise: Your Best Medicine for a Healthier, Longer Life As we embrace our 40’s ,50s 60’s and beyond, the gift of longevity comes with its own set of challenges and opportunities. The choices we make in these years are critical, and exercise often stands out as…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for December 14, 2024
Should be much like yesterday, bright sun. Highs in upper 30s, low in high 20s. Cold and brisk! No sign of rain or that other fluffy stuff so far. It’s a “B+” day! ___ Follow weather forecasts, here: WEATHER
Read MoreOut and About in RI: at the Aldersbridge Gala
The Aldersbridge Communities‘ 2024 fundraising gala raised a record-breaking $112,000 in support of The Loft at Linn, a new affordable assisted living memory care community in East Providence. The “Adding Life to Years” Gala, held on December 5th at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, brought together 200 guests to celebrate the theme “Cherishing Memories of the…
Read MoreIn the News… recap for week ending Dec. 14, 2024
Each week we publish a quick synopsis of news notes of the week – in Rhode Island, regionally, nationally, and internationally. RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY Stefan Pryor who headed Housing in RI is now a partner in Palm Venture Studios – closest office is in Boston – specializing in turnaround capital for early-stage startups. Hadley…
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