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Chasing Mango — Lessons in search and reunion
Late January into February was the coldest snap in what has been an exceptionally frigid (and windy) winter. There could not have been a worse time for a dog (particularly one named after a tropical …
Two local lawmakers are reminding residents about state legislative grant opportunities. Representative Jason Knight (D-Dist. 67, … Read More
As many as 500 people — including scores of scientists and supporters of scientific research — descended upon the Rhode Island … Read More
Wondering why your energy bill is through the roof? You’ll have a chance to find out, next Monday, March 17 at 6:30 p.m., when … Read More
Finding a “following” is often associated with social media these days. However, there are other, more intimate and personal types … Read More
The Rhode Island House of Representatives recently approved legislation sponsored by Rep. Jason Knight (D-Dist. 67, Barrington and … Read More
In the words of Mt. Hope High School boys' hoops head coach Jeff Grifka "it wasn't meant to be," but the Huskies' 69-33 loss on the … Read More
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Business Expo features two prominent business leaders
One of those “Wouldn’t it be nice if …” moments will soon become a real-life moment when the 2025 East Bay Business Expo arrives at Roger Williams University next week.
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The fast and the curious
Falling asleep on the job is typically a fireable offense. Maybe that’s why office chairs tend to have wheels — so no one gets too comfortable. A more comfortable chair might invite a …
Winter lights up
There aren’t many times when it is appropriate to scream. However, a local display of puppets in downtown Providence actually invites people to do just this. People of all age groups are …
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Letter: Most all of us are descendants of immigrants
To the editor: It’s a wonderful month — “Irish Heritage Month,” and like many of you I am a descendent of Irish immigrants. My grandparents left Ireland in …
Letter: Trump’s wrongs are too many to be listed
To the editor: Mr. Trump is right about a few things. First, the long-standing dispute between Israel and the Palestinians can be resolved by asserting that Palestinians don’t matter. …
Letter: USAID’s destruction will impact all of us
Most Americans a month ago had zero awareness of the US Aid Program — what it did; who it benefitted; what it cost. But since Trump and Musk tried to cut off funding for these programs, we have …
Letter: Politicians voting against gun rights violating their oath
To the editor: I’ve read with interest that 65 percent of Rhode Islanders support a gun ban (which, make no mistake about it, is what they are proposing, a near total gun ban). …
Letter: Warren needs more affordable housing
To the editor: The report prepared by the Town’s consultant, Weston and Sampson, presented to the Town Council at its February 11 meeting, offers persuasive evidence of the housing crisis …