Jack’s Angle: New Urgency – John J. “Jack” Partridge

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by John J. “Jack” Partridge, contributing writer, commentary Recent announcements from the RI Department of Transportation (RIDOT) require thinking through bridge financing with new urgency.   The state has said that in view of a pending $400M budget deficit it can no longer provide additional funding for Providence schools, and now it has to deal…

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In the News… recap for the week ending Dec. 7, 2024

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Get caught up on the news of the week in RI, regionally, nationally, and internationally – plus passings of note. To learn more on an item, just copy and paste and search. RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY Lead poisoning cases against Pioneer housing management thrown out by judge saying the AG had no standing to bring…

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Rhode Island Weather for December 7, 2024 – Jack Donnelly

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by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist We’ll have a clear start to the day, but cloud will roll over our heads later in the afternoon ahead of a low pressure zone moving in from Canada. We get some flakes later in the night out of this. Highs in the upper 30’s and lows in the upper 20’s…

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A Drive by the Old Elementary School – Ed Iannuccilli

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by Ed Iannuccilli, contributing writer I was driving by my elementary school on Academy Avenue in Providence last week, slowed, glanced sideways and had the urge to slam the brakes. When I realized I was on a main thoroughfare, I swerved a hard right to Keplar Street, the dead-end across the way. Well, not quite…

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We Cook! Mill’s Tavern Market Fish with Lemon Herb Butter, Root Veggies, Purple Beet Purée

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Market Fish with Lemon Herb Butter, Poached Root Vegetables, and Purple Beet Purée (Serves 4):This Mill’s Tavern dish features tender market fish topped with zesty lemon herb butter, paired with vibrant poached root vegetables and a creamy purple beet purée! Prep Time: 20 minutesCook Time: 30 minutesTotal Time: 50 minutes INGREDIENTS:For the Market Fish:4 fillets (6 oz…

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Karen Park: Fearless and Timeless – Brendan Higgins

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by Brendan Higgins, contributing writer Photos courtesy of Strategy RED Sports Karen Park is all business when it comes to her career in fitness. Her incredible story is filled with both triumph and tragedy. On the triumphant side, there is a lot to cover. Park is the mother of 3 daughters. She is a highly…

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Rhode Island Weather for December 5, 2024 – Jack Donnelly

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by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Our cold front passes through today with an end to the bulk of the rain by about 10am. We may see another shower or two early afternoon, but it’ll be quick. The sun may make an appearance later as well, lows in the low 30’s, highs in the mid 40’s with…

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