Richard Boudreau has a gift.
He sees things where others don’t. Yes, he sees a shovel. But he also sees the shell of a turtle, the torso of a saxophonist or the tail of a fish – or …
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By JOHN HOWELL
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4/16/20
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With students forced to school at home, as well as forego activities such as music lessons and spring sports, in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, much of the predictability of childhood routine has …
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By STEPHANIE BERNABA
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4/9/20
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In a time where the coronavirus pandemic rules the news cycle, Marie Hopkins wanted to bring some light to Warwick.
She said she was online one day when she saw a post from a woman in Australia, …
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By JACOB MARROCCO and JUSTIN MORETTI
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4/1/20
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At a moment of social distancing and profound uncertainty, thoughts of the spring and summer to come can provide a needed respite for anxious Rhode Islanders.
After an unusually mild and …
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By DANIEL KITTREDGE
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3/25/20
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Mastery Martial Arts in Johnston played host to a family affair with a united goal this weekend.
Chief instructor Anthony Pezzillo welcomed a modest crowd as eight Mastery locations across …
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By JACOB MARROCCO
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3/20/20
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What could be more “Rhode Island” than zeppole on Saint Joseph’s Day?
Being Italian, my family and I have always had zeppole on this holiday. A few years ago, I began making them …
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By JAMES DIPASQUALE
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3/12/20
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By DANIEL KITTREDGE
It may sound too good to be true – a pill that, combined with education and support, can provide almost immediate relief for people struggling …
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3/4/20
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In a rapidly evolving economy, there is no single pathway to success.
Education, of course, remains essential. But in recent years, the established concept of schools and classrooms has …
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DANIEL KITTREDGE
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2/27/20
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A Cranston woman who was severely injured during a pre-Christmas shooting at a Westerly housing complex continues to recover – and thanks to an outpouring of generosity and support, her family …
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DANIEL KITTREDGE
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2/20/20
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If laughter is the best medicine, Louise Cadieux knows how to administer just the right amount.
Cadieux, who works as an activities assistant at Cherry Hill Manor in Johnston, said humor …
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By JACOB MARROCCO
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2/13/20
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You don’t want to get married on a Saturday, as it is unlucky.
That was the belief in the late 1800s and the beginning of the 20th century.
Monday, by contrast, was the …
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By JOHN HOWELL
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2/6/20
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Rhode Islanders know the basic story of Roger Williams well. He was the founder of Providence, a refugee from nearby Massachusetts whose devotion to religious liberty has resounded through the ages, …
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By DANIEL KITTREDGE
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1/29/20
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Ed Helgran of Atwood Coin & Jewelry, at 1450 Atwood Ave., has a piece of advice for young people looking to take up a hobby.
“You can buy a coin today that may 20 years from now be …
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By JACOB MARROCCO
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1/22/20
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Owning a car is a big responsibility. Drivers who plan to keep their vehicles for the long haul must emphasize maintenance if they want to keep adding miles to their odometers. In fact, the …
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1/16/20
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Warwick’s Conimicut Village has changed a great deal over the decades.
So has McCrudden’s Radiator & Auto Repair, which opened in 1959 at 835 West Shore Road. But for Kevin …
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By DANIEL KITTREDGE
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1/8/20
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Food and the holidays go hand-in-hand.
Across Rhode Island, families are planning Christmas dinners centered on staples such as turkey and ham – or, in the case of many local residents of …
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By DANIEL KITTREDGE and JACOB MARROCCO
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12/18/19
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It was three years ago, and Alex Amaral had just been diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at 7 years old.
His parents were distraught, unsure of the next steps they would have to take. They were crying …
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By JACOB MARROCCO
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12/4/19
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The world seems to get a little kinder and gentler around the Christmas holidays – not just for Christians, but throughout the world.Walk through a mall in many Middle East countries in …
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By J. MICHAEL LEVESQUE
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12/3/19
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A favorite recipe is something special.
Maybe it’s a dish that’s been passed down through generations. Perhaps it’s one that’s a central part of an important holiday meal. It may simply be …
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By DANIEL KITTREDGE
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11/22/19
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Gloria Renzi remembers the heartache like it was yesterday. She was only a child when she first discovered her love for painting, but she vividly remembered one relative trying to put a stop to …
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By JACOB MARROCCO
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11/13/19
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Cranston resident Julie Garnett has been an author of children's books for over 20 years, as well as a singer and songwriter.
Now, she has combined both her literary and musical pursuits to create …
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By KELLSIE KING
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11/12/19
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The holiday season, more than any time of year, helps us collectively mark the passage of time.
It is a chance for reflection and celebration, an opportunity to bridge generational and …
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By DANIEL KITTREDGE
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10/30/19
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FM Global recently brought in 19 independent contractors for nine days worth of work, and their resumes couldn’t be topped.
Appetite for bittersweet vines? Check.
Ability to devour up to a …
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By JACOB MARROCCO
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10/23/19
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Creativity comes in many forms – and local residents might be surprised at the artistic work being done right next door or just around the corner in their community.
The barriers between the …
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By DANIEL KITTREDGE
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10/17/19
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The Gaspee Days Committee is working to keep its brand alive throughout the year, and its first-ever fall event on Oct. 12 is the first step to achieving that goal.
The Gaspee Fall-Out — the …
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By JACOB MARROCCO
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10/2/19
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