Dear Pawtucket Community, I am thrilled to announce the launch of the Building Improvement & Small Business Affordability Grant Program, an incredible opportunity to strengthen our small business community and revitalize Downtown Pawtucket. With $2.75 million in funding available, this program is designed to help building owners upgrade their properties while providing affordable commercial space […]
Postal Inspectors Remind Consumers to Be Alert for Imposter Scams during National Consumer Protection Week The U.S. Postal Inspection Service is kicking off National Consumer Protection Week, March 2-8, 2025, with a warning about the dangers of imposter scams. Imposters are scammers who work very hard to convince consumers they are a friend or relative, […]
Pawtucket Joins Historic Lafayette Trail, Honoring the Legacy of ‘America’s Favorite Fighting Frenchman’ on 200th Anniversary of His Farewell Tour From New York City to Washington, D.C., Historical Marker Trail Reignites Widespread Fascination with ‘America’s Favorite Fighting Frenchman’The Lafayette Trail and William G. Pomeroy Foundation Partnership Spotlights 200th Anniversary of Gen. Lafayette’s Visit to Starstruck […]
Does Wine Go Bad? The Truth About Storage, Aging & Spoilage Spoiled or Perfectly Aged? How to Know Wine is No Longer DrinkableSome of the best advice in life comes from older generations—it’s full of practical wisdom. Their advice isn’t about what something is, where it’s from, or how it’s made. Instead, it’s about how […]
Seasonal Explorer Express Train Opens April First For decades, the Explorer Express Train has provided excitement for EcoTarium visitors. Open-air passenger cars take visitors on a scenic 12-minute ride; a relaxing and beautiful way to see the museum grounds. As part of a recent partnership with the Worcester Railers Hockey Club, the EcoTarium was able […]
With DEI in the cross-hairs, higher ed cannot be reserved ‘for the smart and for the wealthy’ Higher ed chief sees path through political, financial headwinds – if the mission evolves U MASS AMHERST MASSACHUSETTS HIGHER EDUCATION commissioner Noe Ortega has a delicate balancing act ahead: maintaining institutional values amid growing national skepticism of academia’s […]
Even Greens Unhappy With Former ‘Hero For The Planet’ RFK Jr.Isabel Eddy February 26, 2025 Most environmentalists consider RFK Jr. a former ally and current foe given his flop on environmental issues in recent years. Credit: Gage Skidmore, FlickrCC. Dear EarthTalk: How do environmentalists feel about RFK Jr.’s oversight of health in the next Trump […]
Spanish Graphic Novel Book Club for Kids @ the Pawtucket Library (13 Summer St.) Saturday, March , 2025 Children’s Library Caidin Room Come and join us for a Spanish graphic novel book club.Children who join the book club will receive a FREE copy of the book (while supplies last). On Saturday, March 8 we will […]
