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Pandemic causes 38% decrease in Lead Screening for our children

October 6, 2020 |

By Richard Asinof, ConvergenceRI.com, contributing writer The dream of building a better vision of housing in Rhode Island First, let us savor some good news. Thanks to Sen. Jack Reed’s continued advocacy, it was announced last week that the Lead Safe Providence Program would receive $5.7 million in new federal funds. The money will be…

Acting locally in the age of coronavirus

March 17, 2020 |

by Peter Simon, for ConvergenceRI.com Retired public health physicians really should stay away from social media. Unfortunately, I am married to a social media guru who felt it her mission to train me how to use Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. For the past month or so, you may have seen some of my posts and…

Outdoors in RI: Deer on the Move, Talking Turkey, Red Flag Law in Maine, Get your Blessing November 7, 2025
Love is in the Air – Deer are on the Move It’s deer mating season, and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) reminds drivers to stay alert for deer crossing roadways, particularly at dawn and dusk. Known as the “rut”, which begins in late October and continues into December, deer tend to move… […]
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$1 Million from Rhode Island Foundation to keep Rhode Islanders fed until SNAP funding resumes November 7, 2025
Dozens of food pantries and meal sites across Rhode Island will share $1 million in emergency grants from the Rhode Island Foundation to help feed hungry Rhode Islanders until Washington restores the SNAP funding to the state that ended Nov. 1. “We are set up to meet moments like this. By working with our network… […]
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Rhode Island Weather for November 7, 2025 – a “B-” Day November 7, 2025
Morning: The day begins very chilly with mostly clear skies. Expect temperatures starting near 32–34 °F, climbing toward the upper-30s (around 37–40 °F) by late morning. The crisp air and clear skies will make it feel like early winter rather than fall. Afternoon: Clouds will move in, and highs will reach about 51–54 °F. Still… […]
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GriefSPEAK: Small Shoulders, Heavy Goodbyes – Mari Nardolillo Dias November 7, 2025
“Would you know my name if I saw you in heaven?” (Eric Clapton, Tears in Heaven, 1992) Children do not grieve in paragraphs – they grieve in bursts – clinging one minute, kicking the next, refusing school because the world no longer feels safe. What seems like defiance is often grief speaking through a 5-year… […]
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Toys and Networking – 5th Annual Toys for Tots Nov. 10th in Pawtucket November 7, 2025
Momentum Networking presents the RETURN of their annual TOYS FOR TOTS NETWORKING EVENT! Bring a new unwrapped toy to donate as your ‘entry fee’, then enjoy a night of great networking, great music, and great beer. Let’s kick off the holiday season with the BIGGEST Momentum Networking TOYS FOR TOTS EVENT ever! Businesses Give Back… […]
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Ocean State Job Lot discounts food items 20% for all shoppers until SNAP fully reinstated November 6, 2025
Effective Immediately, retailer will offer all food items at a 20% discount for all shoppers amid the government shutdown Ocean State Job Lot (OSJL), the region’s premier discount retail chain with 176 stores across the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic, has announced that the entire food section in all 17 Rhode Island stores will be discounted by… […]
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We Cook! Caramel Apple, Gruyeré Dutch Baby – Anthony Salemme November 6, 2025
By Anthony Salemme, contributing chef Serves 4-6 I was inspired to recreate this Dutch Baby after watching an episode of Bob’s Burgers when Linda Belcher insisted on ordering one even though it took 20 minutes to cook. Here’s my version. Pre-heat oven to 425 F. Place cast iron skillet in oven while its pre-heating.… […]
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Thorr Bjorn stepping down as URI athletics director for new role at UMass November 6, 2025
After nearly two decades at the University of Rhode Island, Vice President and Director of Athletics Thorr Bjorn will step down from his position to accept a leadership opportunity at his alma mater, the University of Massachusetts. Bjorn joined URI in 2007 and, during his 18 years in Kingston, emphasized an athletics culture rooted in… […]
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RI Veterans: Did you know? 06.11.25 (Veterans Day, freebies, events) – John A. Cianci November 6, 2025
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer, veterans issues Question from RINEWSTODAY John Cianci Where can a veteran go on Veterans Day and order a FREE Prime Rib Deal? The answer is in this week’s veteran article. The first 25 readers who find the answer and email veteran contributor John A. Cianci will be entitled to… […]
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Rhode Island Weather for November 6, 2025 – a “B+” Day November 6, 2025
Morning: Expect a crisp, clear start with skies mostly clear. Temperatures begin in the low 40s °F and rise into the mid-40s °F by late morning. The air will feel clean and fresh. Afternoon: Mid-morning into afternoon brings sunshine and just a few passing clouds. Highs should reach the mid to upper 50s °F (around… […]
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