EarthTalk® From the Editors of E – The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: Is it true that lawn chemicals can cause canine cancer, and if so, how can I protect my dog? — Bill W., Ithaca, NY Unfortunately, the answer may very well be yes. A 2012 study published in the peer-reviewed scientific journal, Environmental […]
STATE MANAGEMENT AREA USERS MUST WEAR SOLID, DAYLIGHT FLUORESCENT ORANGE THROUGHOUT SHOTGUN DEER HUNTING SEASON, WHICH OPENS ON SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7 A cyclist and his dog (on leash) wearing fluorescent orange vests at Buck Hill Management Area in Burrillville. PROVIDENCE – The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) reminds all Rhode Islanders that, for safety […]
December Programs at Oak Knoll Wildlife Sanctuary Family Explorations: December: Wildlife Tracks and Signs Date: Sun Dec 15th Time: 9:30am to 11:00am Audience: Families– Ages 1 to 12 Members: $5.00 per person Nonmembers: $7.00 per person Each month join us at Oak Knoll for special hands-on activities and lessons. This month we will learn […]
Lighting the Tree of Life and Remembrance Ceremony Attleboro, MA – Community VNA Hospice and Palliative Care will host their annual tree lighting on Sunday, December 8 at 2:00 PM at Community VNA, 10 Emory Street, Attleboro, MA. This tradition offers a chance to gather to honor and remember loved ones. The ceremony is free and […]
WAM gets merry and bright for the season! Holiday programming starts with Free First Sunday on December 1, 2019 Worcester Art Museum gets merry and bright for the holidays! Deck the Halls at WAM includes art-themed trees, concerts, and holiday programs for all ages. Worcester, MA – November 22, 2019 – New memories are made […]
BBB Warning: “Secret Sister” Gift Exchange is Illegal A “Secret Santa” around the office, friends and family can be fun. A “Secret Sister” gift exchange among online friends you haven’t met, well, that’s a little different and carries a heftier consequence. These gift exchanges, while they look like innocent fun, are really pyramid schemes – […]
It’s waiting on Governor Baker’s desk. Dear Neighbors and Friends, When we organize, we win. The Massachusetts Legislature unanimously passed our nation-leading model for education funding equity yesterday — and now, it’s on the Governor’s desk waiting to be signed. This is a historic victory that our coalition of students, parents, educators, advocates, and organizers […]
Register to Vote at the Weaver Library EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Register to vote or update your voter information at the Weaver Library on Thursday, December 5, 2019 from 3:00 – 5:00pm. Representatives from the League of Women Voters of RI will help you to register in just a few minutes. Anyone who is […]
