This week’s community essay is by Karla Vallejos of Providence, Rhode Island. She writes about her memories of her “abuelita” or grandmother who she lived with in Honduras.
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TGIF: Ian Donnis’ Rhode Island Politics Roundup for December 2, 2022
The beginning of the end of 2022 ushers in a new era of budding prospects in the Ocean State. Thanks for stopping by. I’m going down with the ship, so you can still follow me through the week on the twitters. Here we go. *** Want to get my column in your inbox every Friday? […]
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Political Roundtable: Matt Santacroce, head of RI’s Office of Cannabis Regulation; Andrew Schiff, CEO of RI Community Food Bank
Rhode Island moves ahead with legal adult-use recreational cannabis. Plus, the problem of hunger in the Ocean State.
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Pandemic redefined how Providence Community Libraries serve the public
Libraries play a crucial role in providing books, educational opportunities, and essential resources to the public. But when the pandemic hit, libraries had to redefine how they serve their communities. Morning host Luis Hernandez recently spoke about the evolving role of libraries with Cheryl Space, Library Director at Community Libraries of Providence.
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When did we start recycling?
We get a lot of questions about recycling, asking what to do with aluminum cans, glass, paper, or even plastic. All this has me wondering: when did we start recycling? How did it get so popular?
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On Thanksgiving, much to be grateful for On Sports
From Jeremy Peña to the Celtics and Bruins, we should be grateful.
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The myths and history of the first Thanksgivings
New Englanders will gather today for another Thanksgiving, but many may be unaware of the origins and history of the annual American tradition. Paul Robinson and John Brown III recently gave a presentation at the Rochambeau community library in Providence called “The Myths of Thanksgiving.” John Brown is the Narragansett Indian Tribe’s Medicine Man and Tribal Historic Preservation Officer. Paul Robinson is the former state archeologist for Rhode Island and retired part-time professor at Rhode Island College. Artscape producer James Baumgartner and morning host Luis Hernandez talked with Paul in our studio and John joined us by phone.
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What kind of turkey should I buy?
Today, we’re talking turkey. With the holidays coming up, you can choose a bird that is free-range, organic, or conventional. But what’s the difference between them? And which type of turkey is best for the planet?
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A new life
Mosaic is The Public’s Radio’s podcast on immigration, which has a community essay series. This week’s essay is by Shuk Chun Yiu. She writes about her experience of making the decision to move to the U.S. with her husband. Click on the orange button above to listen to this essay. My husband and I made […]
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TGIF: Ian Donnis’ Rhode Island Politics Roundup for Nov.ember 18, 2022
The holidays are fast approaching and a brand-new General Assembly session will be here before you know it. (Program note: I’m taking some time off, so this column will return on Dec. 2.) Thanks for stopping by. You can (hopefully) follow me through the week on the twitters. Here we go. *** Want to get […]