250 Years Ago Today: Congress Formally Adopted the Name “United States of America” 250 years ago today — September 9, 1776 — the Continental Congress formally adopted “United States of America” in place of “United Colonies” in its proceedings. This Saturday, September 12, Rhode Island will commemorate that often-overlooked milestone with Becoming the United States – […]
Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England Debuts Patch Pals™, Its First Dog Cookie, and Girl Scout Sparkables™, Its First Allergy-Friendly Cookie, ahead of the 2027 Cookie Season The new cookies, developed with BARK and Partake®, will be available exclusively online for shipping only during the 2027 Girl Scout Cookie® season, expanding how families, friends and […]
Rhody Regatta Raises $13,000 for Meals on Wheels of RI From left: IYAC Co-Owner and Rhody Regatta Event Chair Mick Harvey, Meals On Wheels External Affairs Coordinator Wetherley Hundley, Committee Member Steve Eddleston, and IYAC Co-Owner/Committee Member Pat Kennedy. NEWPORT, R.I. (Sept. 2, 2026) — The International Yacht and Athletic Club (IYAC) presented a check for $13,000 […]
If we want better local government, especially in Gateway Cities, let’s change the election calendar so more people vote when we elect municipal leaders Higher turnout won’t guarantee we elect scandal-free officials, but it will mean more scrutiny of those seeking local office by Lane Glenn WITHIN HOURS, the recent arrest of Lawrence Mayor Brian DePena on […]
Hi, I’m reaching out on behalf of the Gaspee Days Committee with a timely Rhode Island story and upcoming community event. September 9 marks 250 years since the Second Continental Congress officially replaced “United Colonies” with “United States of America.” To commemorate the milestone, Gaspee Days will present Becoming the United States – A Patriotic Concert on Saturday, […]
Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England Announces 2026 Leading Women of Distinction Award Honorees WARWICK, RI (September 3, 2026)—The 2026 Leading Women of Distinction Awards ceremony and breakfast will be held at the Squantum Association, Inc. on Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 8:30am-10:00am. The 2026 Leading Women of Distinction Honorees lead by example and exemplify the […]
Hello, Will you publicize the following event for us? Free and open to the public: Thursday, September 17 at 6:45 PM. The Attleboro Historic Preservation Society hosts their annual Show & Tell at the Attleboro Area Industrial Museum at 42 Union Street. The public is encouraged to bring their stories, photos, artifacts, or other memorabilia […]
HOODS UP! Weekends are the second weekend of every month at the Newport Car Museum. Newport Car Museum photo. HOODS UP! WeekendSept. 12-1310am – 5pm No ropes, no barriers…just pure power up close. Every second weekend of each month. Over 100 cars to enjoy. Tickets online or at the door. Free parking. Regular admission: $20/adults; […]
