by Timothy Jones, cartoonist ___ 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...
by Ron St. Pierre & Jen Brien, contributing writers, commentary THE WATER IS RISING Back in Noah’s day the world looked pretty much like today. Zero tech, but wrought with crime, deception, disrespect, zero personal...
Ocean State Job Lot News: Ocean State Job Lot’s Harry Oakley named Chair of RI Energy Efficiency & Resource Management Council Harry Oakley, Director of Energy, Sustainability, Procurement & Corporate Facilities, has been...
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Decent weather continues for another day, afternoon highs in the upper 50’s after morning lows in the low 30’s. Still a west-southwesterly breeze through the afternoon, but plenty of sunshine...
by Richard Asinof, ConvergenceRI, contributing writer Photo: Lori Whittemore, Director of Patient Access Services at Providence Community Health Centers, introduced Gov. Dan McKee at launch of the “Stay Covered” campaign...
Mayor Kenneth J. Hopkins opposes proposed legislation to relax city ordinances and allow permanent overnight parking on city streets. “While I know the city council has been discussing this topic for several months, I support...
By Mary T. O’Sullivan, MSOL “Action speaks louder than words but not nearly as often.” — Mark Twain Since September of 2022, I have attended three completely different Women’s Conferences: September 2022, The RISE...
Homeless in RI: Spring will bring change Today is the first day of Spring. There are hundreds of people living homeless. Some outdoors. Some in hotel rooms. Some in shelters. Some in cars and trucks. Some on couches. In...
Pat Cruz Events will hold its monthly networking event on Wednesday, March 22nd from 5:30 – 8pm at Chapel Grille in Cranston. This event always fills quickly. Get tickets early. Some discounts still available. REGISTER! You’re...
By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues With oversight of the state’s aging programs and services scattered among state agencies charged with overseeing a fragmented long-term care (LTC) system, House Deputy Majority...
by John Donnelly, meteorologist A clear and very dry Monday. Temperature ranges should be right in the mid March wheelhouse, morning lows in the upper 20’s to around 30, and afternoon highs trying to get to 50. We’ll have a...
by Michael Fine, contributing writer Week Three Note to readers: This story is longer than most I’ve written, so we’re going to send out one section a week over the next six weeks – and we’ve included a brief summary...
In early 2022, a RI entrepreneur and sailor launched a new service to help people sail more and better. This startup now celebrates its second year and launches new features. A common problem for many boat owners and crew: Meeting,...
Hi there! I was found as a stray outside when a concerned human called about me, I am so grateful! I was going to be a young mom soon with spring coming. I am a spry, sassy and active girl at just 10 months old. I am curious and outgoing...
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Cooler air presses in behind a secondary boundary, with winds accelerating to a range of 15 to 20 mph with gusts to 35 mph, dragging wind chills down into the 20’s. Actual highs will be in the upper...
Fall prevention: Balance, Breath & Movement will be the first topic presented at the Ocean State Center for Independent Living (OSCIL)‘s March Lunch and Learn Workshop (In-Person and on Zoom) on March 29th at noon. The...
by John Donnelly, meteorologist Saturday 3/18/23: Another nice day to start the weekend, with more sun after a weak cold front cruises through the area. Afternoon highs in the low 50’s and evening lows in the upper 30’s with...
Balance reaction agility acceleration and deceleration BRAAD – what is it and why does the 40 plus guy need it This was a concept I heard years ago from my friend and mentor, JC Santana. JC was and is a big fan of...
by David Brussat, Architecture Here and There, contributing writer Westminster Street in 1978, pedestrianized and known as the Westminster Mall, from the almost entirely unrealized and totally discredited Downtown 1970 Plan. Except...
RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY 3 US women from Texas, missing in Mexico after going over to sell items in a flea market Trains running from Boston to Maine can sell alcohol only when passing through the state of New Hampshire Gas...
Jordan Day, Associate Director of the RI League of Cities and Towns provided testimony on the following bills – part of a 12-bill package to deal with the housing “crisis” in Rhode Island: Bills: House Committee...
