MAYOR’S MESSAGE that snow and ice can bring. Our top priority is ensuring the safety and well-being of our community while keeping our streets accessible for emergency vehicles and essential travel. Together, we can navigate the winter months with care and cooperation. The City of Pawtucket has established clear guidelines and procedures to help residents […]
JANUARY KIDS’ ACTIVITIES AT EAST PROVIDENCE LIBRARIES Behind the Curtain: Create Your Own Character Monday, Jan 6, 3:45pm at Weaver LibraryAges 7-12Through activities and discussions, we’ll explore how characters aremade. You’ll get to design your own with the chance to perform as them. DIY Snowman w/ Kathleen MarshallTuesdays, Jan 7, 14, and 21, 4pm at […]
ONLINE GALLERIES The Cultural Center of Cape Cod offers opportunities to artists through international calls for submissions and juried exhibits throughout the year. In keeping with our mission, our online competitions support artists while complementing and extending our galleries on Cape Cod. Since the Center’s inception, we have featured the work of hundreds of artists […]
How Frank Bellotti helped launch my career — and saved my life By James Aloisi Frank Bellotti recording an episode of The Codcast in 2018. FRANK BELLOTTI, who died this week at 101, led a large, impactful life. Not because of its extraordinary length, but because of what he did, the people he influenced and […]
December 19, 2024 About, Christmas, Holidays, Hours As the holidays inch closer, the APL will be closed for a handful of days; please see the schedule below. The end of the year often brings reflection–and all of us at APL are so appreciative of your patronage throughout 2024. We look forward to serving you in […]
Is The Cranberry Another Global Warming Casualty?Pravit Kochar December 13, 2024 Dear EarthTalk: Is climate change decimating the U.S. cranberry industry?— D.K., Chico, CA Cranberries are a vital crop in the U.S., deeply intertwined with the nation’s agricultural economy and cultural identity. Grown predominantly in Massachusetts, New Jersey and Wisconsin, cranberries contribute significantly to regional […]
RIPTA to Extend RIde Anywhere Pilot Program The pilot program provides statewide curb-to-curb access for qualified passengers with disabilities who are currently restricted to traveling within the ADA service area. Board member and RIde passenger Heather Schey disembarks a RIde van with her service dog. Providence, Rhode Island – The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority […]
Whitehouse to Serve as Top Democrat on Environment and Public Works Committee in 119th Congress Washington, DC – U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) today announced that he will take on the role of Ranking Member on the powerful Senate Environment and Public Works Committee in the 119th Congress. The Environment and Public Works Committee has […]
