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Ever since I was a child, I was taught that it is what is on the inside that counts. My dad, in his twisted way of teasing, used to call me ugly, so I always worked hard to make my insides … more

11/29/23

You raise me up

Cancun Mexico was an incredibly beautiful place for Steven’s wedding. After lounging all week in the delightful sparkling pool, (and lazy river, and water park, and ocean,) it was time for the … more

3/13/24

RETIRING TOGETHER: (Top) Joe Ferro (left) and Michael Regine (right) outside the restaurant in which they’ve put a collective 104 years of work.

Staff, customers are like family

After a combined 104 years serving customers, two managers at Twin Oaks Restaurant are finally retiring. Managers Joe Ferro and Mike Regine worked their last shifts in December before both … more

By KEVIN FITZPATRICK | 1/10/24

Stillman creates another classic “Play Within a Concert”

Judith Stillman’s name is known throughout the music world as an outstanding pianist, accompanist and collaborator. From her “home” at Rhode Island College, she has travelled … more

By Don Fowler | 3/13/24

Burbage’s ‘BLKS’ runs the gamut of emotions

Azia Barnes’ “BLKS” gets its Rhode Island premiere, directed by Catia at Pawtucket’s Burbage Theatre. The 90 minute, no intermission play is performed in the round using … more

Theatre Review by Don Fowler | 11/29/23

HIGH SEAS TO THE FRONT PORCH: Cranston Police are warning of package thefts during the holiday season. They offered a few tips to help protect residents from a “porch pirate” and published this image depicting a would-be package thief.

Porch Pirates yearn to plunder ye sugarplum packages

Rhode Island’s pirates have evolved, crawling from the sea onto land and up your front porch steps. More than 300 years ago pirates spent their summers trolling the shores of New England, … more

By RORY SCHULER and JOHN HOWELL | 11/29/23

What should a sick person do?

New Year's Day came and New Year's Day went, taking my good health with it. The holiday season was super busy, visiting with a multitude of relatives and friends, not to mention shopping among … more

1/10/24

Breachway exhibit guitar-driven pop music with new EP

A lot of things have changed since Noah Barreto and his old Warwick based alt-rock band Public Alley shocked the local scene by winning WBRU’s Rock Hunt back in 2015. Sadly that radio station … more

By ROB DUGUAY | 3/13/24

A History of Matchbox

Since I wrote an entire article dedicated to the History of Hot Wheels, it only makes sense to follow it up with the story of their biggest competitor, Matchbox! Actually, since Matchbox came before … more

11/22/23

Evening Sky teams up with Eden Casteel for a stellar album

In music, some collaborations just seem like no-brainers. This is especially the case when two entities of similar backgrounds come together to create something purely brilliant. An example of this … more

By ROB DUGUAY | 1/10/24

THE FLOCK: Drake Patten shepherds a small flock of Leicester Longwool sheep. Her Johnston Historical Society talk will be called “Woolen-u-like to talk about it? The history and tradition of fiber farming on a small Rhode Island Farm.”

From every fiber of their beings

After morning chores at Hurricane Hill Farm, owner Drake Patten took a moment to appreciate her surroundings. “What draws the eye is the sheer beauty of the place — its woodlands and … more

By RORY SCHULER | 3/13/24

Adult auditions for 2024 summer season at TBTS

Bill Hanney’s Theatre By the Sea announces Equity and Non-Equity Adult Auditions for its 2024 Summer Season. Seeking strong singers, dancers, and actors. Performers must be available for all … more

1/10/24

See it at the movies

“NIGHT SWIM” is the only new movie opening at Warwick Showcase. It’s about a swimming pool that devours teenagers. We’ll skip that one. As expected, … more

1/10/24

Prison tragedy declared a suicide

Shortly after 7:00 on the morning of May 5, 1924, the fire alarm at the Rhode Island State Prison began wailing. Just minutes before, inmate Kenneth Haywood had exited a dry goods storage room with a … more

1/10/24

Tips to build a nest egg in a time marked by a high cost of living

A rise in the cost of living has presented challenges to millions of households across the globe. As the cost of everything from food to natural gas to fuel for vehicles has risen, many people have … more

11/8/23

A Long Island Journey

Last month, I took a journey along with Steve, my righthand man in the Pop Culture department at Bruneau and Co, to visit Dr. Mego on Long Island. Now, Dr. Mego is not an M.D. like you might be … more

12/20/23

The Best of Holiday Blow Molds

My wife and I, probably like most of you, spent the last week decorating for the holiday season. While cruising the aisles of the hardware and home goods stores with her and Polly (our pup!), I … more

12/6/23

Ellen Zahniser in “Wolf Play” at Wilbury Theatre Group.

Challenging “Wolf Play” at Wilbury

Robin (Beth Alianiello ) adopts a Korean 6 year-old on the internet without telling her wife( Allen Zahniser). Ash is upset and initially rejects the child. Peter (Jeff Ararat) rues his decision … more

Theatre Review by DON FOWLER | 3/27/24

How Do I Know if My Teen is Depressed?

Mental health-related disorders consist of many different symptoms, signs, and treatment options. It can be difficult to talk about uncomfortable emotions, thoughts, or behaviors at any age , … more

1/3/24

‘Unknown’ background is story of Cranston WWII veteran

We often forget that every single marker contained in a cemetery has an entire story attached to that person’s existence. But, for some, the full story will never be known because pages were … more

3/27/24

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