Posts Tagged ‘Providence’
Hundreds of thousands in Rhode Island could be impacted by massive cybersecurity breach
Governor Dan McKee, joined by members of his Administration, hosted a media announcement with an hour’s notice on Friday night at 7:30 p.m. regarding a cybersecurity breach of the RIBridges system. See video, below. Background On December 13, 2024, the State was informed by its vendor, Deloitte, that there was a major security threat to the…
Read MoreBusiness in RI: Mark A. Turco, MD named Rhode Island Life Science Hub Board President
The Board of Directors of the Rhode Island Life Science Hub has selected Mark A. Turco, MD, to be the organization’s first President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the organization announced today. Dr. Turco has more than 25 years of executive experience in advancing medical technology development, clinical medicine, academic research and innovation. His engagement…
Read MoreOutdoors in RI: Shellfishing areas closed, So. RI Conservation, Preserve Sporting Shoppe, 2A
Heavy Rain Closes Shellfishing Areas in Narragansett Bay & Salt Ponds The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is announcing that several shellfish areas in Narragansett Bay and the coastal salt ponds are closed due to excessive rain received yesterday. Upper Narragansett Bay Area A, Upper Narragansett Bay Area B, and Lower Providence River…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for Dec. 13, 2024 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Sunny and calmer – but chilly – lows in mid 20s – highs only in mid 30s – so bundle up and you should be fine. It’s a “B” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY John Donnelly was born in Hialeah, Florida and moved back to…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather, Dec. 12, 2024 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist That was quite the day yesterday – today expect dry but breezy, partly cloudy skies. Lingering rain will end mid-morning. Colder with high temps in the lower 40°s – lows in the high 20s. It’s a “C” day ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY John Donnelly was…
Read MoreVinny Paz – International Hall of Famer
Vinny Paz will be inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in June of 2025. He is one of nine who were voted in by members of the Boxing Writers Association of America and a panel of international boxing historians. We’re extremely excited about the Class of 2025 and are very much looking forward…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 12.12.24 (Claims, volunteer, gardening, resources) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer, veterans issues Sleep Apnea: How to understand denial and submit additional evidence From one of our readers: I was diagnosed with sleep apnea by the VA last year, however, the VA denied my claim for sleep apnea as “not service connected.” Q: What do I need to do to prove…
Read MoreIt’s Sour Grapes time! – Tim Jones
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…
Read MoreIt is what it is, 12.11.24 – Jen Brien
by Jennifer Brien, contributing writer, commentary CAN SOMEBODY TELL ME WHY? MANY DEMOCRATS view Daniel Penny as SATAN and Luigi Mangione as a HERO? JOE SCARBOROUGH thinks people won’t notice he’s trashing his own pals for PROFIT TAYLOR LORENZ still has a job after gleefully exclaiming she feels “JOY” that the UNITED HEATH CEO had…
Read MoreReal Estate in RI: Mansions & Manors joins Residential Properties
Mansions & Manors® Joins Residential Properties to Expand Jamestown Presence Photo, Pamela Bhatia, Artistic Images, Beavertail Lighthouse Jamestown Residential Properties Ltd. announces an exciting new chapter in their continued strategic growth with expansion into another coastal community. On January 1, 2025, after 30 distinguished years in Newport County and Southern Rhode Island, Mansions & Manors®…
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