Posts Tagged ‘Rhode Island’
In the News… recap of the week ending Jan. 18, 2025
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…
Read MoreWWII veteran, Roger Desjardins, turns 100 – John A. Cianci
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…
Read MoreBurn with Kearns: Transforming lives through movement and mindset – Kevin Kearns
By Coach Kevin Kearns, contributing writer, on exercise and fitnesss For many of us over 50, we find ourselves juggling responsibilities for both our children and, sometimes, our grandchildren. Encouraging them to stay active and maintain a healthy weight while also managing our own wellness can feel overwhelming. Yet, what if the key to unlocking…
Read MoreTo Do in RI: Jazz at Linden Place with Greg Abate. Reserve now.
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…
Read MoreOvernight Drop-in Shelters and Emergency Warming Centers, statewide, announced
Late Saturday afternoon, a press release from the Governor listed what the state is doing in preparation for the frigid winter conditions coming in this week, including some snow set to start on Sunday. Perhaps responding to our request for a coordinated list of overnight shelters that would be available for the homeless, the RI…
Read MoreRhode Island Weekend Weather for Jan. 18/19, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
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…
Read MoreBusiness Beat: Dave’s Fresh Marketplace is IGA USA Retailer of the Year
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…
Read MoreNewport Mansions: MLK Day free admission at Breakers, Marble House. Breakers gates re-do.
Newport Mansions Offer Free Admission on MLK Day The Preservation Society of Newport County will offer free admission to The Breakers and Marble House on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Monday, January 20. The Breakers and Marble House – two National Historic Landmarks built during the Gilded Age by members of the Vanderbilt family –…
Read MoreGriefSpeak: The Midnight Cry. Raised homeless – Mari Nardolillo Dias
by Mari Nardolillo Dias, EdD, contributing writer on grief and grieving Krista was five years old when her father first put the needle in her arm. He wanted her to experience how heroin made one feel. Dad also took Krista along on his drug deals and shortly thereafter began to offer her in trade for…
Read MoreRhode Island Weather for Jan. 17, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
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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