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Saving Bannister: A Conversation with Ed Shein, Barnaby Evans, and Ray Rickman Nov. 2nd

November 1, 2023 |

An image of a man with a beard in a frame placed against a bannister.

The Bannister Legacy Lives On – that’s the hope of the group working hard to make sure that happens for now, and for all those who come after. At 5pm today, Thursday, November 2nd, a free and open to the public event will be held at the RISD Museum Metcalf Auditorium, Chace Center, 20 N…

SVF Foundation donates remaining assets, will dissolve this year

May 17, 2022 |

A group of people standing in front of a stone building.

SVF Foundation Names Recipients of Charitable Donations The SVF Foundation (SVF) of Newport today announced it will make charitable donations to three worthy recipients: the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute in Washington, D.C., the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University in North Grafton, Mass., and the Newport/Fall River Star Kids Scholarship Program, headquartered in Middletown, R.I. Last December, SVF announced it had…

Homeless in RI: Encampment Sweep in East Providence – Bernie Beaudreau January 24, 2026
Editor’s Note: 2 encampments in the woods in East Providence were cleared in anticipation of the severe weather expected. What follows is a first hand account of how that happened – and the city’s response. This was sent to nearly 400 advocates and those interested in the issue of homelessness in Rhode Island. by Bernie… […]
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Rhode Island Weather for January 24, 2026 January 24, 2026
Morning:Saturday morning is extremely cold, with temperatures around 8°F. Skies are mostly cloudy, and conditions are dry. The cold is sharp and biting, but roads and ground are bare, not snow-covered. Afternoon:Temperatures struggle to warm, reaching only the mid-teens at best. Skies remain mostly cloudy, and the air stays firmly Arctic. Despite increasing clouds, no… […]
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In the News… recap of news of the week ending Jan. 24, 2026 January 24, 2026
Our quick synopsis of the news of the week in Rhode Island, regionally, nationally, internationally – and passings of note: RHODE ISLAND Harm reduction vending machines proposed for Newport, RI locations (Narcan, safe-sex kits, etc.) UrgentMDRI.org is operating in Newport, Middletown, Portsmouth, and Jamestown, RI, where a physician comes to you in your home… […]
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Operation Winter Weather Warning – updating throughout the storm for Rhode Islanders January 24, 2026
Early Saturday morning it was 9 degrees in Rhode Island – As the days pass you can check our updating WEATHER, HERE Rhode Island officials provided an update at 10:30am today on the impending storm Some Good News! State officials have said that they are not expecting widespread power outages and that this snow will… […]
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Homeless in RI: Emergency Housing in January 24-26 Snowstorm in Rhode Island January 24, 2026
With low temperatures and extreme winter weather and snow expected over the next few days, here is a list of places to go that are known to the state at this time. There may be individual others organized by cities and towns and private groups as well. Emergency pop-up sites are temporary locations activated during… […]
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Burn with Kearns: Strength vs. “Looking Strong” – Kevin Kearns January 24, 2026
by Coach Kevin Kearns, contributing writer Why Muscle Size Doesn’t Equal Performance — or Longevity BioHackYourself.com Series: Martial Arts, Functional Training & Human Performance The Central Problem One of the most persistent myths in fitness is that bigger muscles equal greater capability. In reality, many individuals who appear strong in the gym: fatigue quickly under… […]
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Downtown Woonsocket Collaborative: “…the Glue that Brings it All Together” for the city January 23, 2026
The Downtown Woonsocket Collaborative is updating the community on its progress – and plans for the future: They are the driving force of revitalization in the Main Street area over the past decade. 2025 was a successful year that saw fun events like the Twilight on the Blackstone, Arts in the Alley, Murder at the… […]
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GriefSPEAK: What Grief Asked Me to Write – Mari Nardolillo Dias January 23, 2026
by Mari Nardolillo Dias, EdD, contributing writer Have you ever wondered how books come to be? Recently, I was reminded of my fascination with the collective nouns assigned to groups of animals. My fascination was triggered at Providence Performing Arts Center, when I attended the performance of “Water for Elephants.” As I looked over my… […]
Mari Dias
Rhode Island Weather for January 23, 2026 – Operation Winter Weather Warning January 23, 2026
Morning:Expect a cold and mostly cloudy start, with temperatures around 25–28°F. No significant precipitation is currently forecast for the early morning hours, though skies will be gray and wintry in feel. Afternoon:Cloudy conditions continue into the afternoon with highs near 34–36°F. The chance of light snow or flurries is low but non-zero, and winds will… […]
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12 Nonprofit Leaders Participate in 2026 Executive Director Learning Circle at United Way January 23, 2026
Program offered by the Alliance for Nonprofit Impact at United Way of Rhode Island strengthens organizational capacity and sustainability As Rhode Island nonprofits continue to navigate growing community needs and an ever-changing funding landscape, strong, innovative leadership remains essential to delivering vital programs and creating meaningful impact. To help equip nonprofit executives with the tools,… […]
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