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Some RI legislators call Gun Buyback Reckless, Irresponsible

October 7, 2020 |

Several Legislators Condemn Providence and Central Falls Gun Buyback Program as Reckless and Irresponsible Several Rhode Island legislators are questioning the wisdom behind the “Gun-Buyback” initiative that was announced last month by Mayor Jorge Elorza of Providence and Mayor James Diossa of Central Falls. They (listed below) issued a press release yesterday: “The buyback event…

Real Estate in RI: $2.13M Little Compton Cottage with RPL’s Amy Chafee for Sellers December 8, 2025
Residential Properties Ltd. announced the sale of 44 and 40 Round Pond Road in Little Compton for $2.13 million. RPL Sales Associate Amy Chafee proudly represented the seller in this transaction. According to State-Wide MLS data, this is among the four highest single-family sales in Little Compton year to date. Set in the Round Pond/Tappens… […]
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Our Networking Pick of the Week: Multi-Chamber Holiday Business After Hours December 8, 2025
Nothing more fun – and productive than the Multi-Chamber Holiday Business After Hours. Join your fellow Rhode Islanders at George’s of Galilee, 250 Sand Hill Cove Rd, in Narragansett on Wednesday, December 10th from 5 to 7pm. The event is free, and donations are encouraged to a charity of choice by George’s to make the… […]
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Rhode Island Weather for December 8, 2025 – a “B-” Day! December 8, 2025
Monday Outlook Morning: Clear — or mostly clear — skies overnight and early morning, with temps dropping to around 26–30 °F. Afternoon: As the day unfolds, skies stay mostly sunny through the afternoon. High temperatures will peak only around 27–28 °F – pretty cold overall. Evening: Expect it to remain chilly with clear to mostly… […]
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Congress Moves on a National Anti-Scam Strategy to Protect Older Adults – Herb Weiss December 8, 2025
By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues Last month, the AARP, recognizing that the holiday season leading up to Christmas is widely viewed as “prime time” for scams targeting older Americans, released findings from its 2025 Holiday Shopping and Scams Survey. According to the AARP Fraud Watch Network, fraud aimed at online shoppers and… […]
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It’s Time to Rethink Office Gift-Giving: Mary T. O’Sullivan December 8, 2025
Mary T. O’Sullivan, contributing writer, business and leadership “While offering gifts to people at work may seem like a simple and kind gesture, it has the potential to raise issues of favoritism, conflicts of interest, and even harassment or violations of employment, tax, or ethics laws.” – The Prinz Law Firm Every December, as workplaces… […]
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Why December & January are Now the Best Months to Buy a Home in Rhode Island – Emilio DiSpirito December 7, 2025
By Emilio DiSpirito, Private Office Advisor, Engel & Völkers Oceanside, contributing writer For the first time in five years, Rhode Island homebuyers are entering a winter market that finally gives them leverage — and an opportunity many thought they would never see again. After a frenzied half-decade defined by bidding wars, waived inspections, 8% mortgage… […]
Emilio DiSpirito
Gimme’ Shelter: Here’s Rosie! At the RI SPCA – Cheryl Tudino December 7, 2025
by Cheryl Tudino, contributing writer Hi there, I’m Cheryl and I volunteer at the RISPCA shelter in Warwick by dog walking, fundraising, and social media messaging. I am here to share with you a peek at your new adoptable BFF! Calling all AC/DC fans who just love ‘Whole Lotta Rosie.” Come meet the RISPCA’s Rosie!… […]
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Ask Chef Walter: Torrone in Rhode Island for the Holidays – Walter Potenza December 7, 2025
by Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer In the heart of Federal Hill in Providence, the tradition of Torrone continues, with new flavors and diversity, for any palate and style. Let Tony’s daughter Adriana guide you through the journey. In addition, I detailed recipe for you to consider on how to make the soft torrone variety.… […]
Walter Potenza
Rhode Island Weather for December 7, 2025 – a “B” Day! December 7, 2025
The morning will start off cold and crisp, with clear to partly cloudy skies and temperatures rising from the mid-20s to around the upper 30s by late morning. It’ll be chilly, but the sunshine peeking through makes it the most pleasant stretch of the day. In the afternoon, clouds roll in and skies turn mostly… […]
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In the News… quick recap of the news of the week ending Dec. 5, 2025 December 6, 2025
A quick summary of news of the past week – get caught up on items you may have missed or have more interest in… just copy the note and “google” it. RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY PVD Holiday Fest, which includes Saturday’s City Hall Tree Lighting, runs from now through December 7, with dozens of… […]
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