GriefSPEAK: Larry’s Lament – Mari Nardolillo Dias

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By Mari Nardolillo Dias, EdD – contributing writer The story of an unsuccessful suicide attempt Larry was tired. Tired of living. He was 55 years old, and his successful 33-year-old business was going downhill, there were problems at home and alcohol wasn’t the solution anymore. But Larry had a plan – a plan to end…

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Rhode Island Weather for April 11, 2025 – Jack Donnelly

Weather map with rain and snow forecast.

by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Low pressure hangs out off of the Jersey Shore and kicks back early morning rain/snow mix across a weak front. Light winds coming from the east will keep us in cool and raw air for the day. Highs in the low 50s from an early low in the mid 30’s. It’s…

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Rhode Island Weather for April 10, 2025 – Jack Donnelly

Weather map with rain and snow forecast.

by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Partly cloudy and decent through most of the day with a rain/snow mix after 9pm carrying through the night. Temps climbing to the low 50’s fro morning lows in the low 30’s with a light southerly breeze. It’s a “B” day! ___ Follow Jack’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY…

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National honors for 4 CCRI faculty for dedication to student success and academic excellence

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Four CCRI Faculty Honored with NISOD Awards of Excellence The Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI) proudly announces that four distinguished faculty members have been recognized with the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD) Excellence Awards. The recipients, honored for their exceptional dedication to student success and academic excellence, are: The NISOD Excellence…

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Real Estate in RI: Barrington colonial, for $1,495,000 with Residential Properties

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RPL’s Khaitov Completes Sale of Million-Dollar Barrington Colonial Residential Properties Ltd. announced the sale of 159 New Meadow Road in Barrington for $1,495,000. RPL Sales Associate Umid Khaitov represented the buyer in this transaction.  This 4-bedroom, 3-bath home has over 2,700 sq. ft. of living space, lovely frontage, and a private dock on the Barrington…

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It’s Sour Grapes time! – Tim Jones

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by Timothy Jones, cartoonist ___ Tim Jones: Originally from Attleboro, Massachusetts, Tim lives with his wife and two daughters in Smithfield, RI. He is a cartoonist, freelance illustrator, author and comedian. He is also a member of the National Cartoonist Society and the Mid-South Cartoonist Association. He teaches cartooning, speaks at local schools and libraries…

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27 nonprofits benefit by BankRI awards

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More than two dozen Rhode Island nonprofits have been awarded grants by Bank Rhode Island (BankRI) as part of the bank’s most recent charitable initiatives. In total, $105,500 in funding has been donated to 27 community organizations to support education programs and a range of human services that assist low-income children and families. “We are…

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It is what it is – 4.9.25 – Jen Brien

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by Jennifer Brief, contributing writer, commentary TARIFFS  Can we all stop and admit one thing here gang – most of you have no idea how complicated the economy is and how it all works. (No offense, btw… I STRUGGLE MYSELF with it ALL). The world really is a giant “CORPORATION” intricately woven together to create…

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