Posts Tagged ‘Providence’
Update: Homeless in RI – Shelter beds or no beds. Depends who you ask. And when.
It was a routine “Ask the Governor” segment on WPRO with Gene Valicenti on Friday morning. As Governor McKee was updating Valicenti about the status of the Pallet Shelters, he went on to address shelter bed availability, saying that beds were available to anyone who needed one “if they make the call” – and even…
Read MoreBrigadier General Andrew J. Chevalier announced as 45th Rhode Island Adjutant General
Today, Governor Dan McKee announced Brigadier General Andrew J. Chevalier as the next Adjutant General of Rhode Island and Commanding General of the Rhode Island National Guard. Brigadier General Chevalier is replacing Major General Christopher P. Callahan, who is retiring in January after decades of dedicated service to Rhode Island. “Brigadier General Chevalier is a…
Read MoreGriefSPEAK: Auld Lang Syne – Mari Nardolillo Dias
By: Mari Nardolillo Dias, EdD, contributing writer on grief and grieving Publisher’s Note: This article was first printed on the dawn of 2020 – and we are now 1/2 way through the decade – how are we doing, especially those with loss? Hindsight is 20/20. And so is this new year. It is not merely…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for January 3, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnnelly, meteorologist A tight pressure gradient over the region will lead to gusty westerly winds dragging wind chills down to an afternoon feels-like temperature in the low 20’s, with an actual high in the upper 30’s and an evening low in the upper 20’s. Westerly winds gusting to 30 mph. It’s a “C+”…
Read MoreHomeless in RI: There are no beds. But, Gov. McKee on WPRO, “Beds are available right now”.
It was a routine “Ask the Governor” segment on WPRO with Gene Valicenti today – Friday morning. We listened in in anticipation of a question about the Pallet Shelters (story upcoming). Imagine hearing that there are – on this day – more shelter beds than are needed – and how one homeless shelter is only…
Read MoreReal Estate in RI: East Side home sells for $3.6M with Residential Properties
Residential Properties Ltd. announced the sale of 360 Olney Street on Providence’s East Side for $3.6 million. RPL Sales Associate Michael J. Sweeney of the Sweeney Advisory Group was involved with both sides of the transaction. According to State-Wide MLS data, this is the 7th highest home sale in Providence in 2024. RPL has now…
Read MoreGive a book for a gift – Ed Iannuccilli
by Ed Iannuccilli, contributing writer This year, for Christmas, we gave the gift of books to our grandchildren. This was a far cry from the usual gift card, which we considered less thoughtful because it lacked a personal touch. Gift cards felt too easy an out. Diane and I believed that giving something personal that…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for January 2, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Cloudy skies break through with more sunshine, but cooler temps by about 10 degrees. High in the low 40s, lows in the high 20s. Slip sliding into real winter weather. No precipitation, but very windy all day. It’s a “C+” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for January 1, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist A frontal system passes through in the night with rain expected through 6am. Cloudy skies persist through the day with a second bout of showers during the afternoon. Highs in the upper 40’s and evening lows in the upper 30’s with a generally light westerly breeze. Happy New Year, Everyone! It’s…
Read MoreTime for Sour Grapes! – 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 More