Big Changes at New England’s Biggest University   Posted September 13, 2022   By John O. Harney   Comings and Goings …   ROBERT A. BROWN   In a stream of high-profile changes at the largest higher education institution in New England (if you don’t count the heavily online Southern New Hampshire University), Boston University […]

THIS WEEK’S MUSE   PETER MARK ROGET     “I know nothing in the world that has as much power as a word. Sometimes I write one, and I look at it, until it begins to shine.” [Emily Dickinson]   Peter Mark Roget was an English physician working in medical research across the first half of […]

Commissioner’s Weekly Memo to Friends of Education   Prioritizing Mental Health Support      Even before the pandemic, national data showed a rising prevalence of depression, anxiety, eating disorders, suicidality, and other concerns. The pandemic has exacerbated this, and Rhode Island is hard at work making sure we meet the needs of our school communities.   […]

Confession From An Ergonomics Nerd    By Joe D’Eramo   I’m a nerd.   Not just any nerd.   An ergonomics nerd.   This discovery came during a call with Jennifer Graham and Steven Wilson in preparation for the Straight Talk on Office Ergonomics webinar on September 22 at 9am.   RSVP to Straight Talk on Office Ergonomic   […]

EarthTalk® From the Editors of E – The Environmental Magazine   Heinz is working with Pulpex to prototype a food-grade bottle made from sustainably sourced wood pulp that can be recycled and biodegrades if it is thrown away.   Dear EarthTalk: What’s new in food packaging to make it more sustainable? – E.C., Bern, NC […]

What Does (and Doesn’t) Come With a Home   September 16, 2022       When you tour a house for sale, it’s often staged, complete with appliances, window dressings, furniture and decor.   These items can certainly make a place look appealing, but the reality is that most of them won’t come with the […]

PAWTUCKET PUBLIC LIBRARY   Sugar Skull Decorating in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month!     Saturday, September 24, 202211:00 – 12:00 p.m. Children’s Library Caidin Activity Room In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we will be celebrating the Day of the Dead a Mexican American tradition.   Join us to learn about the Day of […]

haga clic aquí para español   Dear neighbor –        I’m writing today with exciting updates on our work to advance American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) projects in the City of Providence. This summer, we have kicked off quite a few new programs and projects!   First, we announced a series of programs intended […]