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New Legislative Commission to work on improving programs, services to seniors – Herb Weiss

June 19, 2023

An aerial view of the state capitol building, perfect for seniors.

By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues Photo: Pamela Bhatia, Artistic Images During May, designated as Older Americans Month, the Rhode Island House of Representatives approved H 5224-SUB A, sponsored by House Deputy Majority Leader Lauren H. Carson (D-District 75, Newport), creating a legislative commission to study the services and programs for 240,000 older…

World Happiness Report 2025: People are much kinder than we expect. US falls to new low. March 23, 2025
Belief in the kindness of others is much more closely tied to happiness than previously thought, according to findings published March 20th in World Happiness Report 2025. Global evidence on the perceived and actual return of lost wallets shows that people are much too pessimistic about the kindness of their communities compared to reality. Actual… […]
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To Give in RI: “I know them. I see them. I will not abandon them.” RI-based Edesia calls on YOU March 23, 2025
As the federal government restructures its many departments and divisions, temporary holds on programs and funding have caused an inconvenience for some – impending disaster for others. RINewsToday will periodically feature nonprofits, and causes, that call out to us to bring to you for your charitable giving. A small gift. A mid-sized gift. A whole-family… […]
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To Do in RI: Music Awards to benefit the RI Community Food Bank – MONDAY March 23, 2025
Motif Magazine Music Awards to Benefit the Rhode Island Community Food Bank On March 24th, 6pm at Fete Music Hall, 103 Dike St, in Providence, Motif Magazine’s Music Awards will be holding a significant food drive to benefit the Rhode Island Community Food Bank. Attendees are asked to bring non-perishable food items as part of… […]
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Ask Chef Walter: Standing on your feet. The life of a chef – Chef Walter Potenza March 23, 2025
by Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer (Royalty free images) The chef’s itinerary of sacrifices, renunciations, quality and fight against temptations. Friends: Recently, the culinary world of Federal Hill in Providence, Rhode Island, felt the weight of this truth when Chef Sal Marzilli, the beating heart of The Old Canteen restaurant, decided to step away from the restaurant… […]
Walter Potenza
Rhode Island Weather for March 23, 2025 – Jack Donnelly March 23, 2025
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist A cold push of air for our Sunday with winds still gusting to around 30 mph out of the west. Highs in the mid 40’s and lows in the upper 20’s. It’s a “B-” day! Follow Jack’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY Jack Donnelly was born in Hialeah, Florida… […]
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Gimme’ Shelter: Sylvester. At the Providence Animal Control Center March 23, 2025
I’m Sylvester! I’m a 3 or so year old male and I like other cats, humans and small dogs. I am in a foster home right now where I am thriving! I am positive for Felv which means I can live solo or with other positive cats. Whatever lovely, low stress life you can give… […]
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Real Estate in RI: Highest Providence home sale of the year – with Residential Properties March 22, 2025
RPL Closes Highest Providence Home Sale of the Year Residential Properties Ltd. is excited to announce the sale of 200 Hope Street on Providence’s East Side for $2,070,000. RPL Sales Associate Jim DeRentis represented the seller and RPL Sales Associate Ellen Kasle represented the buyer in this transaction. According to State-Wide MLS data, this is… […]
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Burn with Kearns: The key to longevity for high performing men 50+. Reset! – Kevin Kearns March 22, 2025
by Kevin Kearns, contributing writer on fitness and exercise Reset, Recharge, and Reach Out: The Key to Longevity for High-Performing Men Over 50 You push hard every day—closing deals, leading teams, and managing high-stakes decisions. Your calendar is full, your phone never stops buzzing, and the pressure never seems to let up. Sound familiar? But… […]
Kevin Kearns
Rhode Island Weekend Weather for March 22/23, 2025 – Jack Donnelly March 22, 2025
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Saturday 3/22/25: A weak disturbance sweeps through during the day and could trigger some afternoon light afternoon showers amidst extensive cloud cover. Highs in the low 60’s and lows in the mid 30’s with a gusty west-northwesterly wind. It’s a “C” day! Sunday 3/23/25: A cold push of air for our… […]
Jack Donnelly
In the News… quick recap of the week’s news, week ending March 22, 2025 March 22, 2025
Faster and faster every day news items come our way. We seem to be on overdrive. Each Saturday morning we publish a VERY brief summary of news items locally, regionally, nationally and internationally (and passings of note) that you may want to know or learn more about. We hope this is helpful for a quick… […]
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