Bristol Art Museum Presents In Bannister’s Footsteps Exhibition, Film Screening, and Conversation toCelebrate the Legacy of Edward Mitchell Bannister Bristol, RI — The Bristol Art Museum announces In Bannister’s Footsteps, a special exhibition and program in recognition of Black History Month honoring the life, work, and enduring influence of Edward Mitchell Bannister, a Canadian-American oil painter who […]
Discard Book Sale January 24-31 All Day Conference Room Plainville Public Library 198 South Street Plainville, MA, 02762 The Friends of the Plainville Public Library will hold a Library Discard Book Sale from January 24-31, during normal library hours in the conference room. Prices are 50 cents for mass market, $1 for Trade/Hardcover, Graphic Novels, […]
Boylan, McKenney bill to ban invasive plants heard in committee STATE HOUSE — Legislation sponsored by Rep. Jennifer Boylan and Sen. Mark McKenney to ban invasive plants from Rhode Island was heard by the House Environment and Natural Resources Committee Thursday. Sen. Mark McKenney “Invasive plants are a scourge on the biodiversity and natural beauty […]
Whitehouse and Colleagues Demand Answers on Trump Administration’s Plan to End Affordable Student Loan Repayment Program Washington, DC – U.S. Senators Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Tim Kaine (D-VA), and Jeff Merkley (D-OR) led Senate colleagues in a letter demanding answers from U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon on the Trump administration’s proposal to eliminate […]
FEBRUARY KIDS ACTIVITIES AT EAST PROVIDENCE LIBRARIES Behind the Curtain Presents: Get Your Act Together Monday, Feb 2, 3:45pm at Weaver Library Ages 7-12 of all abilities Create compelling characters while playing theatre games and end with a mock audition to get you ready for the real thing! Magic the Gathering Tuesday, Feb 3 and […]
As AI transforms the economy, Massachusetts needs a plan for its workforce Without guardrails and strategic thinking, these fast-moving changes will leave many people behind by Johnnie McKnight January 6, 2026 (Illustration via Pixabay by geralt) I was recently watching “Landman,” a television drama set in the oil fields of Texas, where generations of families have […]
The City of Pawtucket is issuing this Winter Weather Advisory to help residents prepare for the approaching storm. This advisory includes important and practical information to assist with preparation, travel planning, and safety measures. By taking steps now, we can help keep all residents safe during and after the storm. Please review the information below and continue […]
Ghost Malls Repurposed For Community Benefit Coast To Coast Angelina Austin January 22, 2026 Not all abandoned malls like this one in McKinney, Texas have to remain dilapidated and unused given the preponderance of creative ideas for how to use the real estate for the betterment of the community and environment. Credit: Daniel James, FlickrCC. […]
