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To Do in RI: (Updated) Cape Verdean St. Antonio Procession returns for 90th anniversary

May 29, 2024 |

Photo: from promotional video Cape Verdeans who live, work, play, and contribute to Rhode Island’s rich, ethnic diversity will join together with many from Massachusetts, Connecticut, and beyond on Sunday, June 2, 2024 to revive a cherished tradition – the St. Antonio Procession. The St. Antonio Cape Verdean Association, Rhode Island’s first Cape Verdean beneficent society, provided…

Black History Month: Langston Hughes Community Poetry Kickoff February 1, 2025
30 YEARS AND COUNTING: THE KICKOFF EVENT OF BLACK HISTORY MONTH On Sunday, February 2nd, from 1-3p, at the RISD Auditorium, 17 Canal Walk, Providence, there will be a free and open to the public poetry reading to launch February as Black History Month. The Langston Hughes Community Poetry Reading also celebrates their 30th year.… […]
Ann Clanton
Burn with Kearns: Proper breathing is essential for the older athlete – Kevin Kearns February 1, 2025
by Kevin Kearns, contributing writer, fitness and exercise Take a Deep Breath: Why Proper Breathing Is Essential for the Older Athlete As athletes age, maintaining peak performance and overall health hinges on optimizing every aspect of training and recovery. One frequently overlooked yet critical factor is breathing. Proper inhalation and exhalation techniques can boost endurance,… […]
Kevin Kearns
When long-run emotional spending is not soothing – Mary Hunt February 1, 2025
by Mary Hunt, EverydayCheapskate.com, contributing writer Years ago, I discovered money was a great antidepressant. I spent to change my mood, to reward myself and to make myself feel better after a stressful week. I spent money when I felt sad and when I felt glad. I spent to get approval, to make my kids… […]
RINewsToday
Rhode Island Weather for February 1, 2025 – Jack Donnelly February 1, 2025
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Our rain-producing cold front goes through the area, and the main result will be a shifting and increasing wind, eventually coming out of the north-northwest and gusting to 30 mph, dragging chill temps into the single digits. Early morning highs in the upper 30’s give way to evening lows in the… […]
Jack Donnelly
In the News… recap for week ending February 1, 2025 February 1, 2025
IN THE NEWS is a quick recap of stories to help orient you to developing news of the week here in RI, and beyond, with passings of note at the very end. If you are interested in any of the topics, you can use the phrase to google or get in touch with us at… […]
RINewsToday
Homeless in RI: Encampment clearing, US Pallet Shelters, Warming Centers/Shelters, Open Doors January 31, 2025
Encampment Clearing in Providence A long-standing, and steadily deteriorating encampment was razed to the ground yesterday as the RI Department of Transportation implemented orders to do so, clearing what might have been the largest still-standing encampment in the state, after first ridding the area of toxic or dangerous materials. As encampments have been “banned” by… […]
Nancy Thomas
Rhode Island Weather for January 31, 2025 – Jack Donnelly January 31, 2025
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist A warm front associated with a broader low pressure system moves into the area with rain beginning approximately 9am and lasting through the rest of the live long day. It will be a bit warmer, afternoon moist highs in the low 40’s after morning lows in the mid 20’s with a… […]
Jack Donnelly
Outdoors in RI: Public space improvements, RI least vulnerable to natural disasters, 2A, more… January 31, 2025
A lot happening in Rhode Island to enhance our outdoor experience, and maintain and improve it for future generations. Placemaking grants Placemaking – Outdoor and Public Space Capital Improvements – CommerceRI allocated over $2M for “placemaking” awards, which include sculptures and funds for outdoor fairs and festivals. But, among them are two specific outdoor and… […]
RINewsToday
Press Forward Rhode Island Chapter to strengthen local news and information sources January 31, 2025
Effort from Rhode Island Foundation, van Beuren Charitable Foundation aims to strengthen local news and information sources The Rhode Island Foundation and the van Beuren Charitable Foundation today announced that Press Forward has approved their application for a Rhode Island chapter. The goal is to cultivate civically engaged and well-informed communities across Rhode Island by supporting diverse,… […]
Nancy Thomas
GriefSPEAK: Collectively, we grieve – Mari Nardolillo Dias January 31, 2025
By: Mari Nardolillo Dias, EdD, contributing writer We board a bus we board a plane. In some cases, we have only a name. Of the one behind the steering wheel. With only a voice we know that they’re real. On faith we’re in their capable hands Not really knowing all of God’s plans. Safe travels… […]
Mari Dias

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