Posts Tagged ‘RINewsToday’
GriefSPEAK: A nice long whiff of memory- Mari Nardolillo Dias
By Mari Nardolillo Dias She was the seventh person in line at the local Walgreens, burdened with an armful of purchases. Her intention was to run in and grab a few items – dog treats, a tweezer, some Vitamin D gummies, and a box of protein bars, so no need for a basket or carriage.…
Read MoreBanshee Fest 2022 – paranormal themed fundraiser for RI Food Bank
Banshee Fest 2022, a Paranormal themed fundraiser for the RI Community Food Bank, will be held on Saturday, May 14th at noon at the Elks Lodge #1697, 60 Clyde Street in West Warwick. Admission is $10, payable at the door. The event is open to all ages. Attendees are asked to bring a non-perishable donation(s)…
Read MoreFriday Outdoors 5/13/2022 – Jeff Gross
By Jeff Gross, contributing writer As fishing season is in full swing, various clubs are hosting their children’s fishing derbies. If you would like to advertise your club’s derby or the trophy ceremony, contact me. Nothing is more eye catching than seeing the happy smile like with the cutie, above, holding her 1st trophy. Even…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 13 May 22 (Dental care) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, Department Veterans Service Officer, Italian American War Veterans (ITAM) Did you know that the majority of veterans eligible for VA medical, and being provided medical services by the VA, ARE NOT eligible for dental care by the VA? Did you know Aspen Dental does a day of service and provides FREE…
Read MoreProvidence “Y Heroes” event honors staff for resilience among awardees – Ann Clanton
By Ann Clanton, “Speak-Up” contributing writer Rhode Island leaders in government, law enforcement and the corporate community convened at the Rhode Island Convention Center for the YMCA of Greater Providence’s fifth annual “Y Heroes” awards on Tuesday. Greater Providence YMCA Board Member and award-winning journalist Mike Montecalvo served as emcee. A common theme throughout the…
Read MoreRoberta Hawkins Memorial Golf Tournament set for June 6, register by May 16
Event benefits seniors and other impacted groups affected by physical and/or emotional trauma. The ABLTC Foundation will hold its Annual Golf Tournament on Monday, June 6, at the Warwick Country Club in Warwick. This event is one of the Foundation’s biggest fundraising drives and draws a receptive crowd. The outing begins with Registration at 10:30…
Read MoreLamb Tagine – Anthony Salemme
By Chef Anthony Salemme Serves 6 Slow cooked boneless lamb combined with creamy potato wedges, tomatoes and peas with the Turkish spices and lemon zest. 1 ½ pounds boneless leg of lamb, cut into 1 inch cubes 4 tablespoons olive oil 1 lemon, peel off outer skin 2 Tablespoons chili powder 1 Tablespoon coriander 1…
Read MoreRI Weather Today, May 12, 2022 – John Donnelly
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Finally the stubborn low is out of here, and high pressure takes it’s place as our primary weather maker. More sun than clouds today with temperatures warmer than we’ve been having, afternoon highs in the upper 60’s from morning lows in the low 50’s with a light northeasterly breeze. _____ John…
Read MoreRI State Arts Council on the Arts (RISCA) application time for grants for artists
Key staff member to lead workshops, meetings to navigate new, revamped grant application process for artists – deadline July 1st. The Rhode Island State Council on the Arts (RISCA) applications are now open for the General Operating Support for Artists grant program and RI’s Teaching Artist Roster. The Teaching Artist Roster is a list of teaching artists…
Read MoreIn the news… local and national news items of note
Rhode Island region Covid Anjelica Infante-Green has COVID and is recovering with mild symptoms. A RI DLT employee stole 132 settlement checks – charged with $115,000 – she was the chief labor standards controller. The RI Rent Relief program will end in June in RI. The Homeowners Assistance Fund program has ended. Roger Williams Univ.…
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