Posts Tagged ‘Providence’
Non-profits asking for funds from RI General Assembly would need to disclose top 10 salaries
Serpa bill would mandate that nonprofits disclose salaries before getting General Assembly funding Rep. Patricia A. Serpa (D-Dist. 27, West Warwick, Coventry) has introduced legislation that would require nonprofit organizations to disclose their top salaries before receiving grants or funding from the General Assembly. The House Committee on State Government and Elections heard testimony on…
Read MoreGriefSPEAK: Irish Eyes – Mari Nardolillo Dias
by Mari Nardolillo Dias, EdD, contributing writer on grief and grieving The literature states that the most common time of death is between 2am and 5am. Not so for Margaret. It seems she had a plan. As the matriarch of a large Irish family of thirty-nine children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren: the most recent 3…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for May 2, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Similar to yesterday, warm and pleasant with scattered cloud cover and a chance for some evening showers ahead of a cold front. Highs in the upper 70’s and lows in the low 50’s with a southwesterly breeze. It’s a “B” day! ___ Follow Jack’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY…
Read MoreOutdoors in RI: Free Fishing Weekend, Fish Parade, Farmers’ Markets, 2A in RI update, more…
Photo, above: RI DEM, Free Fishing Weekend has become a popular spring pastime Free Fishing Weekend The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) announces its annual Free Fishing Weekend Saturday, May 3, and Sunday, May 4. On both days, residents and visitors can fish all species of freshwater fish without a fishing license or a trout…
Read MoreTake control of energy bills with a no cost Home Energy Assessment
By: Angela Li, Residential Manager, Rhode Island Energy Many Rhode Islanders have taken control of their energy bill through energy efficiency in their homes. Last year alone, more than 12,000 of your neighbors completed a no cost Home Energy Assessment. Take Anthony and Trish, for example, who own a tri-level home in Providence. They contacted…
Read MoreWe Cook! Mill’s Tavern Oven-roasted Swordfish Puttanessca, Saffron Polenta & Apricot Gastrique
Oven-Roasted Swordfish Puttanesca with Saffron Polenta & Apricot Gastrique (Serves 4): Tender swordfish steaks are roasted to perfection and served over creamy saffron polenta with a bold, briny Puttanesca sauce and a bright apricot gastrique for the perfect balance of rich and fresh flavors. Where to Find Swordfish & Saffron:Look for fresh swordfish steaks at…
Read MoreHarvard’s own report says anti-Semitism and anti-Israel bias worse than thought
Harvard undertook a report to determine how prevalent anti-Semitism and discrimination and harassment were at their institution. With federal funding cuts in the double millions, it is to their credit that they have now released this report. See the full report at the bottom of this article. The report showed that among Jewish students, substantial…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 1.5.25 (VA Disability Benefits, local events, resources) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer on veterans issues Additional Monthly VA Benefits to Increase Veteran’s Current Disability-SMC Benefit Q. I was told that some Veterans may be eligible for VA disability compensation rates that pay more than 100%. Is this true? – Charlie, Tiverton A. Yes, in some cases, the VA does award Special…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for May 1, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist A partly cloudy day generally with the chance for an overnight shower with the approach of a warm front from the west. Highs in the low 70’s and morning lows in the mid 40’s with a southerly breeze. It’s a “B” day! ___ Follow Jack’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN…
Read MoreTo Do in RI: 10th season for Wicked Tulips Flower Farm – Johnston opens Friday
The 10th Season Celebration of Wicked Tulips is on Friday, May 2nd, from 4–7 PM. There will be food trucks, live music, and endless beautiful tulips to be picked. Tickets for the event are $15, with $5 going to the NRICD. Wicked Tulips credits the NRICD (Northern RI Conservation District) and the RI Department Of…
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