Rhode Island Weather for May 5, 2025 – Jack Donnelly

by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Frontal system hangs and passes to our south with southeasterly breezes and occasional light rain showers plaguing the area through most of the day. Highs in the mid 50’s and lows around 50. Happy Cinco de Mayo! It’s a “D” day! ___ Follow Jack’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY…

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Compact Garden Accents – Christine Bunn

by Christine Bunn There are several hot new ideas available these days for compact gardens. Even in the tiniest urban area, you can have an herb or vegetable garden. A simple investment in the appropriate equipment is necessary. One idea that is all the rage in drought-affected environments is the living succulent wall.The word succulent…

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Rhode Island Weather for May 4, 2025 – Jack Donnelly

by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Another low pressure system approaches later in the day with more showers and steadier rain expected later in the day. Highs int the mid 70’s and lows in the upper 50’s with a southwesterly breeze. May The Fourth Be With You! It’s a “B-” day! ___ Follow Jack’s weather forecasts, here:…

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In the News… recap of the week ending May 3, 2025

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RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY Budlong Pool will not open until 2026, with hidden aqueduct uncovered – splash pad going in at Doric Park in Cranston Vermont has approx. 18,000 electric vehicles on the road – a 41% increase from last year RWU student died of a medical condition in Italy Dangerous ticks that carry disease…

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Real Estate in RI: Architectural ranch in Westerly, $1,265,000 with Residential Properties for seller

RPL’s Janis Turner Closes Million-Dollar Architectural Ranch Sale in Westerly Residential Properties Ltd. announced the sale of 9 N Essex Drive in Westerly for $1,265,000. RPL Broker Associate Janis Turner of their South County office represented the seller in this transaction. From the listing: “Just over a mile from Westerly beaches, this expansive architectural Ranch…

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