In the News… recap of the week ending Jan. 18, 2025

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It’s a busy life! Here are snippets of events in the news – from Rhode Island – to China! If you are looking for more indepth on a topic, just email us with what you want to know – or google using the words we put here. Be informed… RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY Bajah’s Cat…

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WWII veteran, Roger Desjardins, turns 100 – John A. Cianci

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by John A. Cianci, veterans writer Other members of ITAM 100 club: WWII Veterans Caster Salemi, 102, Arthur Mederois, 10, Bill, Soule 101, and sitting Louie Dolce, 100.  Rhode Island World War II veteran Roger Desjardins turned 100 years old today. It was hell, said World War II veteran Roger Desjardins describing his combat experience…

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To Do in RI: Jazz at Linden Place with Greg Abate. Reserve now.

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Internationally Renowned Jazz Musician Greg Abate – Be-bop, jazz standards, American Playbook and Abate’s original compositions Enjoy a concert by Greg Abate, jazz saxophonist, flutist, composer at historic Linden Place! Linden Place Museum is excited to welcome back Greg Abate, Jazz saxophonist, flutist, and composer, for a concert in the historic Carriage House Ballroom, known…

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Rhode Island Weekend Weather for Jan. 18/19, 2025 – Jack Donnelly

Saturday weather map: rain, 44/26, 5-10 mph S wind.

by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Saturday 1/18/25: A cold front over SE Canada approaches during the day ahead of which falls light rain from 2pm til 8pm. Morning lows in the mid 20’s rise to the mid 40’s with a southerly breeze. It’s a “C-” day! Sunday 1/19/25: Cold front passes through, and another frontal system…

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Business Beat: Dave’s Fresh Marketplace is IGA USA Retailer of the Year  

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The Independent Grocers Alliance has announced Dave Cesario, owner of Dave’s Fresh Marketplace in East Greenwich, Rhode Island as IGA USA Retailers of the Year. The Retailer of the Year awards are the highest honors IGA bestows upon its retailer members. They are presented annually to grocers who have best provided leadership and excellence in…

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Rhode Island Weather for Jan. 17, 2025 – Jack Donnelly

A map of the coast with some weather information.

by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist The low pressure area responsible for the overnight snow showers will shift off to the east, with some lingering snow showers ending by early to mid morning. West-northwesterly flow quickly clears away cloud cover for the afternoon. Highs in the upper 30’s from lows in the low 20’s. It’s a “B”…

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