Outdoors in RI: Veterans fish, Maine’s “Do Not Eat Wildlife” over PFAS, SoRI Conservation District

A painting of animals and trees in the water.

Trout Stocking for Veterans Day Weekend The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is conducting a special trout stocking in advance of Veterans Day in honor of our veterans. Several thousand Rainbow and Brook Trout will be stocked in selected areas.  “Stocking fish in popular waterbodies is a gesture by which DEM honors Rhode Island veterans…

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Rhode Island Weather for November 8, 2024 – Jack Donnelly

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by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Coasting toward more seasonable weather, we’re about 10 degrees cooler than yesterday, still with a bright enjoyable day. Enjoy it all before the colder weather comes in. It’s an “A” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY John Donnelly was born in Hialeah, Florida and moved back…

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Rhode Island Weather for November 7, 2024 – Jack Donnelly

A map of the weather in rhode island.

by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Another day of abnormal warmth, although cooler than yesterday. Afternoon highs around 70 after morning lows around 60 with a gusty west-northwesterly breeze. It’s an “A” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY John Donnelly was born in Hialeah, Florida and moved back to Rhode Island and…

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We Cook! Mill’s Tavern’s Saffron Seafood Risotto (gluten-free)

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Saffron Seafood Risotto (Gluten-Free) (Serves 4): This risotto from Mill’s Tavern combines fresh seafood with the aromatic richness of saffron for a creamy, flavorful dish. Perfect for a special occasion or a cozy family dinner. Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 35 minutes Total Time: 50 minutes INGREDIENTS:For the Seafood: For the Risotto: For Finishing:…

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Out and About in RI: Pawtucket Hall of Fame success

Woman speaking at Pawtucket Hall of Fame.

Time-honored event for Pawtucket folks – always a near sell out as people come together to honor and install community leaders into their Hall of Fame. To see all the information about the event, go to the PHOF website: https://www.pawtuckethalloffame.org/ And read our story about the award recipients: https://rinewstoday.com/to-do-in-ri-pawtucket-hall-of-fame-awards-night-tomorrow/

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Rhode Island Weather for November 6, 2024 – Jack Donnelly

Wednesday weather: mostly sunny, warm, 78/62.

by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Our Indian summer continues for another day, as temps soar into the upper 70’s in the afternoon from a morning low in the low 60’s with a gusty southwesterly breeze. It’s an “A” day! ___ Follow John’s weather forecasts, here: WEATHER WITH JOHN DONNELLY John Donnelly was born in Hialeah, Florida…

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It is what it is: 11.6.24 – Jen Brien

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by Jennifer Brien, contributing writer, commentary SOME OF YESTERDAY’S CRAZY HEADLINES: (IN CASE YOU MISSED THESE GEMS ON ELECTION DAY) “BETTE MIDLER SUGGESTS DRINKING DRANO IF TRUMP WINS” “OPRAH TELLS WOMEN AT LAST HARRIS RALLY THEY MAY NEVER GET TO VOTE AGAIN” “STUDENTS OFFERED POST-ELECTION LEGOS AND COCOA IN “SELF CARE SUITE” “VIRAL BABY HIPPO…

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