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In the News… recap for the week ending Feb. 8, 2025

February 8, 2025 |

RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY Fire at Hill Funeral Home in East Greenwich – home will be demolished and rebuilt – no bodies were involved Maine offshore wind projects acknowledge they will not meet their 2030 goal of generating power The Providence nightlife scene has a $990 million economic impact on Rhode Island, according to Mayor Bret Smiley…

RI Veterans: Did you know? 26.12.24 (Military history and Christmas, events…) – John A. Cianci

December 26, 2024

A close up of the hands and gloves on a uniform

by John A. Cianci, contributing writer, veterans issues Happy Holidays to all of you. From the Department of Defense website,https://www.defense.gov/News/Feature-Stories/Story/Article/1713087/4-major-military-events-that-happened-on-christmas/ 4 Major Military Events That Happened on Christmas On Christmas Day every year, many Americans relax and enjoy time with their families. For many of our troops, though, it can be a day of sacrifice…

In the News… recap for week ending Nov. 23, 2024

November 23, 2024 |

Here is an abbreviated recap of news from this past week – for more information, search for any of the items for more details. We hope this is helpful to keep up with happenings in a fast-paced news world. RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY Homecoming game and celebration canceled at Durfee HS in Fall River due…

In the News… recap for week ending 10.19.24

October 19, 2024

RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY The Beef Barn was purchased by a group associated with several gas stations and convenience stores in Massachusetts, Greenville Realtors, LLC Students in Attleboro High School’s Dental Assisting program participated in Rhode Island Mission of Mercy’s annual free dental care clinic on Oct. 5-6. Waterman Grille has a small fire during…

In the News… recap of the week ending Sept. 14, 2024

September 14, 2024

RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY Massachusetts & Maine are 2 of 9 states where the cost of living has increased the most since Biden administration Monday RIPTA will break ground on the long-awaited amenities building to go with the newly built train station in Pawtucket. Ceremonies set for 10am Gillette is moving its blade making plant…

In the News… recap for the week, Aug. 17, 2024

August 17, 2024

RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY A plan to build a crematorium in Tiverton appears to be over 2 cables are being laid in lower Narragansett Bay as part of the Revolution Wind project Brockton Hospital reopens PBN has named 2024 Top Healthiest Employers – Groov-Pin, Centreville Bank, Neighborhood Health, AAA, and CVS 16-bed residential facility breaking…

Victory Day in Rhode Island recognizes state’s outsized contribution in WWII. Events set:

August 12, 2024 |

by John A. Cianci, contributing writer, veterans The State of Rhode Island celebrates Victory Day on 2nd Monday in August 2024. Why as the only state to have a state holiday for Victory over Japan? First, and most important to honor those 96,000 brave Rhode islanders who served in World War II. And, to never forget the…

In the news… summary for week ending August 10th

August 10, 2024 |

Rhode Island & Vicinity Plans for soccer stadium in Everett, MA not approved Wonder, a food delivery company operating in 30 cities, is coming to East Providence URI Trustees approve a $700K bonus for President Parlange Steward lays off 1,200 workers as it makes plans to close two hospitals ‘Miramar’ estate in Newport, first built…

In the news… summary for week ending July 13, 2024

July 13, 2024

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In the news… summary of the week ending June 29, 2024

June 29, 2024 |

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Rhode Island Weather for April 28, 2025 – Jack Donnelly April 28, 2025
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist High pressure to the southwest brings in warmer air and helps to clear out the clouds. Morning lows in the upper 40’s followed by afternoon highs in the mid 70’s with a northwesterly breeze. It’s an “A” day! ___ Follow Jack’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY Jack Donnelly was… […]
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Cumberland, a ‘hot bed’ of local slow pitch softball – John Cardullo April 28, 2025
by John Cardullo, sportswriter Is the town of Cumberland the newest “Hot Bed” of local slow pitch softball? Since it’s induction ceremony in November 2018, the executive board of the Rhode Island Slow Pitch Softball Hall of Fame have noticed that a fair share of inductees has been coming from an area that would otherwise… […]
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RI Veterans help Martha’s Vineyard Veterans raise funds for program cut by VA – John A. Cianci April 28, 2025
It was a rainy day, but our veterans writer, John A. Cianci, had to be there. So, it was over on the ferry to Martha’s Vineyard and back. Why? To support the MV Veterans Center who learned earlier this month that the federal contract for a veterans counseling program on Martha’s Vineyard would not be… […]
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Meeting the challenges of an aging farm workforce, in a bipartisan way – Herb Weiss April 28, 2025
By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues About 16 months ago, the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging Ranking Member Mike Braun (R-IN) released a report titled Feeding the Future, sounding the alarm about the growing challenges older farmers face and urging Congress and the Biden administration to secure the future of American agriculture.… […]
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Why did affirmative action go away? – Mary T. O’Sullivan April 28, 2025
By Mary T. O’Sulllivan, MSOL, contributing writer “Discrimination still exists in America…[The Court’s] decision does not change that.” – former President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. On the heels of the powerful Civil Rights movement of the 1950s and 1960s, President John F. Kennedy signed Executive Order (EO) 10925, ensuring “affirmative action” for any organization doing… […]
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Grow, Baby, Grow: Easy and fun ways to get the young’uns involved in gardening – Nicola Bridges April 27, 2025
Gardeners often get the bug from messing around in the dirt as kids. You can encourage your kiddos’ green thumbs with these easy projects that are sure to delight them. Get Creative with ContainersFor your kids’ indoor or outdoor starter garden, let them get creative choosing their own planters — from big old toy trucks… […]
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Rhode Island Weather for April 27, 2025 – Jack Donnelly April 27, 2025
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Northwesterly winds behind the low pressure system draw in cool air, highs only in the mid 50’s and lows in the mid 40’s with gusts up to 30 mph. Clear to start, but cloud cover spills in with mid and upper level instability. No precip despite the cloud cover, maybe some… […]
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Ask Chef Walter: The art of freezing food – Walter Potenza April 27, 2025
by Executive Chef Walter Potenza, contributing writer A comprehensive guide to preserving almost everything, from fresh produce to full meals, including some basic tips and suggestions. Friends: Freezing is the unsung hero of the kitchen, offering a convenient way to capture flavors at their peak, reduce waste, and ensure you always have a meal waiting… […]
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When protests against terrorizing communities, terrorize communities April 27, 2025
In Providence, there seems to be no concern about loud demonstrations happening at locations that have nothing to do with the issue being demonstrated about. They wear their First Amendment rights as a steel shield. Anything goes. Or does it? One such event happened on Thursday when a group identifying themselves as the RI Party… […]
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Gimme’ Shelter: Fila at the Providence Animal Control Center April 27, 2025
Hi! I’m Fila! I was adopted back in 2018 so I am about 7 or so years old (my vet says I’m six) so let’s go with that – LOL. I loved my person but when she got sick, another person took over my care and took me to City Kitty and everything, then SHE… […]
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