Thom Cahir
Teenage Testosterone And The Blizzard of ’78
We all have those, “Where were you?” moments in our lives. Now, on the 35th anniversary of the Blizzard of 1978 those of us who lived through it get to reminisce and have a laugh, a cry or just relive a moment from a simpler time when we all pulled together at a very difficult [...]
End of Year Awards
As 2012 comes to a close, it’s natural for this to be a time of reflection. This was a busy year in the Biggest Little State in the Union, much was done and undone and that calls for awards being handed out to those who made a difference, whether they be heroes or villains. So, [...]
Reflection and Thanksgiving
At this time of year it’s only natural to stop, look back and assess the recent past and give thanks for all the positive things in our lives. Since I get to post here regularly as a contributor, I’d like to say thank you to Bob Plain for giving me a forum. A lot of [...]
Jon Brien Lays Blame
Joining an ever growing list of sore losers, most recently his friend Doug Glabinske, Jon Brien announced a write-in candidacy for House District 50 today; the same seat he lost in the recent primary to Stephen Casey. Citing administrative issues for people not being able to vote or being sent to the wrong polling place, [...]
Baldelli-Hunt, Brien Plead Dumb on 38 Studios Vote
The Cicilline-Gemma debate at Rhode Island College wasn’t the only question and answer session for candidates on Tuesday. In Woonsocket, constituents were invited to attend a candidate forum hosted by MyWoonsocket.com and WNRI radio to meet the candidates for General Assembly seats in the city. Radio host Roger Bouchard moderated while local reporters Sandy Phaneuf [...]
Why Unions Matter
I just had to share this gem I found. This was a high school project by Jennifer Huang, a student in Canada. She nails it on the head and does so interestingly and with a sense of humor. If I was her teacher, she’d get an “A”!
RI Baseballers Win International Competition
In a dramatic comeback victory, the Rhode Island Baseball Club Under 14 AAU team took the title at an international competition, the Cooperstown Baseball World Tournament, this week with an 8-7 win in the bottom of the seventh inning against a team from Indiana. After a scoreless first inning and giving up seven runs [...]
Chris Herren Talks About Substance Abuse Saturday
Former NBA player, Chris Herron, will be the guest speaker this Saturday (7/21) as Rhode Island Sports Heroes holds their annual Summer Outing Event at Camp Westwood in Coventry from 9 am-3:30 pm. More than 160 kids from various nonprofit groups throughout the state, including Big Sisters/Big Brothers, Seven Hills, Ocean Tides, Youth Rap, Adoption RI, [...]
Projo Misses News at Doherty, Brown Event
So, if you still have doubts that the ProJo editorial board is the tail wagging the newsroom’s dog; those fears should be laid to rest after the Newspaper Spin Cycle of record’s coverage of the Brendan Doherty event at Metacomet Country Club in East Providence. Journal scribe Phil Marcelo, covered all the political details about [...]
Summer Is Here and So Are the Sailboats
Right on cue, Summer Solstice arrived on June 20 and ushered in temps well into the 90′s, providing the first blast of real heat for Southern New England this year. It was about time too, the choruses of “When is it going to warm up?” were getting a little stale. Well, warm up it did. [...]
Is There Something to Hide in Providence City Hall?
I just thought how funny this looked while walking downtown yesterday for lunch. A “Shred-It” truck parked next to Providence City Hall. However, it doesn’t frighten me as much now that Mayor Taveras is in office as it would have if Buddy Cianci still occupied the mayor’s office.
Budget Approved, West Warwick Woes Remain
While most of the state has had their eyes glued to what’s happening in Woonsocket the last week or so; the focus on West Warwick has faded, yet the problems remain. After an extremely contentious town council meeting a week earlier, attended by more than a thousand residents (including students, the attendance at the meeting [...]
Leadership Lacking in West Warwick
Arriving at West Warwick High School 40 minutes early on June 5, I was able to see the lions and tigers and bears growling and gnashing their teeth; and the clowns practicing their buffoonery at the three ring circus that was the West Warwick Town Council meeting. Part of the buffoonery being several supporters of [...]
Netroots Guide for Providence, RI
“Get your head outta your ass!” I’m not telling you to do that, but I can guarantee at least a few Netizens in town for Netroots Nation 2012 will hear that shouted at them during the time they’re in Providence. This is especially true when driving. Providence has some of the most aggressive drivers on [...]
General Cable Lauds Employees, Then Cuts Benefits
Greed, pure and simple. How else can one describe what’s taking place at General Cable in Lincoln, RI right now? A company that is making money hand-over-fist for its investors, because of the hard work of its employees; decides those employees are owed nothing in return when it comes to raises, and even feels they [...]
Woonsocket: How Tax Equity Can Reduce Burden
There’s no debate about it, Woonsocket, and many other distressed communities, are in trouble. However, while the residents wait for the General Assembly to vote on whether they can issue a supplemental tax bill, there are other measures on the calendar on Smith Hill that could also help the city’s already maxed-out taxpayers. Tonight (Monday, [...]
South Kingstown: Where Politics Trumps Priorities
“I couldn’t ask for a better budget,” said South Kingstown Town Council President Ella Whaley. “We are blessed to live here in South Kingstown.” My question to Ms. Whaley, a former educator, would be: Do you think the three special ed teachers just terminated by the school committee feel blessed? How about the students, and [...]
Nine years; it seems like yesterday – The Station Fire
Before I even start writing, I want to apologize in advance for anyone I may offend or hurt. This is a deeply personal issue for many of us and of the thousands, maybe tens of thousands, of people who have a direct connection, no two of us may see it the same way. Therefore, the [...]
Providence Newspaper Guild Follies
This is it, nitty-gritty time. If you want to see Rhode Island’s funniest comedy show of the year, you need to call for tickets or go online this week. For the uninitiated, The Providence Newspaper Guild has been skewering local politicians and newsmakers for 39 years now; and the best part is they’re in the [...]
Right to Work (for Less)
Waging war on public sector unionized employees last year, with Governors Walker, Kasich and LePage leading the charge, lawmakers are now gearing up to take on private sector employees in this year’s sessions in legislatures in states across this country. Indiana is in the forefront of the war against workers’ rights with its governor, Daniels, [...]
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