Walkable Cities, Neighborhoods = Happy Communities Shashwat Mishra July 31, 2025 Walkability is a huge plus for engendering a pleasant neighborhood experience and the development of community bonds. Credit: Pexels.com Dear EarthTalk: What can we do to make our neighborhoods more walkable? —D.F., New York, NY Walkability is essential for healthy communities. A pedestrian-friendly community lets […]
A full plate for new education commissioner Pedro Martinez Massachusetts needs him to push hard to close achievement gaps, maintain high standards by Mary Tamer PEDRO MARTINEZ, the new commissioner of the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, comes to the Commonwealth with an impressive record of change in Chicago and an opportunity to tackle numerous […]
RIPTA Releases Independent Operational Efficiency Study Final Report Study Confirms No Immediate Cost-Saving Measures Available to Avoid Service Cuts Providence, Rhode Island – The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) today announced that the independent efficiency study required by the State is now complete and available to the public at RIPTA.com/efficiencystudy. The study, conducted by an independent […]
“America’s Best Idea: The Separation of Church and State” with author Randall Balmer August 28 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm Thursday, August 28th, 2025 Richard I. Burnham Resource Center | 82 Touro Street, Newport Admission $15 – $20 per person | *Student Discounts now available $10 with valid student ID 6:30pm to 7:30pm; doors open at 5:30pm […]
GRIECO AUTOMOTIVE GROUP IN NEW ENGLAND ANNOUNCES 4TH ANNUAL SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE TO BENEFIT TIDES FAMILY SERVICESAND THE ARC RHODE ISLAND Donate New School Supplies August 4–18 PROVIDENCE, RI (July 14, 2025) — Grieco Automotive Group dealerships in Johnston, East Providence, Middletown, and Seekonk, MA are gearing up for their 4th Annual School Supply Drive, taking […]
August 7th, 2025, Worcester Massachusetts 11:30 am -1:30 with music from 12-1:30 pm 2 hours Join us in front of the theatre on the Francis R. Carroll Plaza for FREE live music by Mamadou on the Bank of America Stage and food trucks. About Mamadou Mamadou is a West African World Fusion Band that has brought a masterful and diverse repertoire […]
Save the Date! Back To School Rhode Island’s next event will take place Saturday August 23rd, 2025. About Back to School of Rhode Island The Back to School of RI is a 501 (c) (3) Non-Profit Organization whose mission is to provide outstanding quality educational programs helping individuals and families reach their full intellectual potential. […]
A Toast to the Past 08/23/2025 5:00PM – 08/23/2025 7:00PM Saturday, August 23 | 5:00–7:00 PM Tickets: $25 (in honor of 1825–2025) Raise a glass to 200 years of glassmaking history at the Sandwich Glass Museum’s special bicentennial event, Toast to the Past. This lively evening offers guests a unique opportunity to explore the museum after hours, […]
