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We can prevent “suicide by bridge” – Herb Weiss

July 26, 2021 |

By Herb Weiss, contributing writer Photo: top, Bryan Ganley As the General Assembly goes into recess until the fall, Rep. Joseph J. Solomon Jr. (D-Dist. 22, Warwick) sees H-5053, to require safety barriers or netting on the three bridges that connect Aquidneck and Conanicut Islands to the mainland of Rhode Island, as in hiatus. The bill…

Rhode Island Weather for April 25, 2025 – Jack Donnelly April 25, 2025
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist High cloud cover spills in from low pressure over the midwest. Warm, with highs in the mid 70’s and morning lows in the upper 50’s with a southwesterly breeze continuing. It’s an “A” day! ___ Follow Jack’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY Jack Donnelly was born in Hialeah, Florida… […]
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Outdoors in RI: Count the ways to enjoy Parks, Beaches, Earth Day, Arbor Day, RITree April 25, 2025
This is National Park Week There are more than 400 national parks of different shapes, sizes, and kinds to experience. 60 Years of Memorializing Roger Williams’s New & Dangerous Opinions. Celebrate the 60th Anniversary of the establishment of Roger Williams National Memorial. The Act, passed in 1965, established the Roger Williams National Memorial in the… […]
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Splash, Play, Explore: The Penguins are coming! April 25, 2025
Opening Memorial Day Weekend Roger Williams Park Zoo is diving into summer with a splash—welcoming a dozen quirky, sun-loving penguins in a brand-new exhibit opening this Memorial Day weekend. The zoo’s website says the new exhibit will be located in the former Seal exhibit area. Most people imagine snow and ice when they think of… […]
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GriefSPEAK: A stroke of genius – Mari Nardolillo Dias April 25, 2025
By: Mari Nardolillo Dias, EdD, contributing writer, grief and grieving She said she was grieving due to a loss of words. Not voice. Words. Her name is Rosetta, aptly named after the stone. Whether hieroglyphics or shorthand, the stone “represents a crucial key in the process of encoding information.” Rosetta is a stunning 60-year-old woman,… […]
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Dr. Paul Fadale, longtime team physician of Providence Bruins, honored at dedication April 25, 2025
UOI Orthopedic Surgeon Tended to Players’ Orthopedic Needs for 30+ Years The Providence Bruins, the American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate of the Boston Bruins, recently honored longtime team physician Paul Fadale, an orthopedic sports medicine surgeon at University Orthopedics, by dedicating their athletic training exam room in his name. A foundational figure of the club’s medical… […]
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We Cook! Cinco de Mayo Beef and Black Bean Enchiladas – Anthony Salemme April 24, 2025
By Anthony Salemme, contributing chef Happy Cinco de Mayo – get ready! Serves 6 Cinco de Mayo is more than chips and guacamole or tacos. This easy homemade enchilada sauce is better than anything you can get from a can. Enchilada Sauce 20 ounces tomato puree 2 ½ cup beef stock 3 Tablespoons vegetable oil… […]
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RI Veterans: Did you know? 24.04.25 (ID card, local events, resources) – John A. Cianci April 24, 2025
by John A. Cianci, contributing writer, veterans issues VA Veteran Health Identification Card (VHIC) New VHIC cards will also have the veteran’s branch of service on them. Did you know that a veteran can use the VA Veteran Health Identification Card (VHIC) is acceptable identification at TSA checkpoints for domestic if the veteran does not… […]
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Real Estate in RI: Highest Westport sale of 2025 – $1,625,000 with RPL’s Chafee & Whitmarsh April 24, 2025
Residential Properties Ltd. announced the sale of 136 Cadmans Neck Road in Westport, MA for $1,625,000. RPL Sales Associates Amy Chafee and Mimi Whitmarsh of our Westport office were involved in both sides of the transaction. According to Pinergy MLS data, this is the highest sale in Westport year to date. A fully renovated 3-bedroom,… […]
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Homeless in RI: Housing 2030 a plan for housing, not for homelessness. Spring update. April 24, 2025
On page 48 of the Governor’s draft of Housing 2030, released yesterday – it notes: “The Department of Housing is currently developing a strategic plan on homelessness Housing 2030 is designed to be a plan for housing, not a strategic plan for homelessness”. However, homelessness is mentioned consistently throughout the report. Review the report, HERE:… […]
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Rhode Island Weather for April 24, 2025 – Jack Donnelly April 24, 2025
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Springtime is becoming less shy this week, and today will be another fantastic day. Highs in the low 70’s with a light southwesterly breeze and just fair weather cumulus and some high thin cirrus cloud cover after morning lows around 50. It’s an “A” day! ___ Follow Jack’s weather forecasts, here:… […]
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