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Get moving again with total joint replacement
No matter how you like to move – riding your bike, kneeling in your garden, chasing after your grandchildren – living a life in motion is important to all of us. That’s why the … more
The Most Important Retirement Plan Besides the 401 K
The two most important plans for a great retirement are a robust 401k and robust accrued health. You don’t want to be arthritic and bed-bound when you retire; you want to travel the world with … more
Is it the Right Time to Sell Your Home?
With the median selling price of a single-family home in Rhode Island currently at $450,000, now may be the perfect time for you to sell your home.  But the question we often hear from people … more
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DIY projects that can conserve energy around the house
METRO Home renovation projects can pay numerous dividends. Renovations can have a positive effect on resale value, make homes more livable for residents and, in some ways, make homes more … more
House of 1,000 pumpkins just got bigger
When Tim Perry gets home from his IT job he turns on the TV, but he doesn’t watch it. Rather, he takes out an Exacto knife with its razor sharp blade and begins carving a pumpkin. These … more
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Young workers and retirement savings
Young adults newly introduced to the professional arena may not immediately be thinking of the future when their careers will come to a close. Retirement may seem like a distant goal when it’s … more
What is a midwife?
Where does the word “midwife” originate? Middle English, meaning “with women,” or someone who assists in childbirth. What is the historical context of midwives? … more
IDITAROD OF GARDENING: Steve Sperry shows off his final harvest of the year, soon to be known as the Sperry XXXX (the X’s will be replaced by the pumpkin’s weight, after this weekend’s Rhode Island state weigh-in). The gargantuan gourd is estimated to weigh well over 2,000 pounds. The giant pumpkin, grown off Hopkins Avenue in Johnston, is the fourth of the season raised by Sperry.
Gargantuan Gourds
Most of Steve Sperry’s pumpkins weigh a ton — at least. These squash could squash most humans — they’re potentially murderous monstrous melons. “Giant pumpkins are … more
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SLIME PROPRIETOR: At 12 years old, Penelope Santos may be one of the Ocean State’s youngest entrepreneurs. The founder of Angel Stars Slime LLC makes and sells all sorts of slime. She and her mother recently secured a business license from the town of Johnston.
Prime Slime
The proprietor’s a tween but her business is an infant heading toward toddlerhood. “Some parts are easy and some parts are hard,” Penelope Santos said after mixing a fresh … more
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Adoptable Pet of the Week
You can have Summer in your home all year long! Yes, her name is Summer and she truly brings the sunshine! This beauty is just over a year old and is a medium sized mixed breed. Her soft coat is … more
TAKE A HIKE: Retired journalist John Kostrzewa reignited his love for hiking his adopted state. After nearly 3 decades in The Providence Journal newsroom, he decided it was time to take a walk and think about the future. Eventually, his journey led him to his book, “Walking Rhode Island.”
Telling retirement to ‘take a hike’
Reporter’s Note: Unable to write the first line of this feature, I took the story subject’s advice, and took a walk. “Walking’s a great way to clear your mind,” … more
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Simple tips to improve your status with mortgage lenders
Owning a home is a dream shared by millions of people. Investing in property that can be owned within 15 to 30 years of closing on the home makes more financial sense to many than continuing to rent … more
SEEDING A FUTURE: A stand built by Wayne Cabral of Clouds Hill Museum featuring information on pollinators and seed packets can be found at Saw Tooth building in Apponaug with offices for AAA Northeast and the Warwick City Hall Annex. Sue Cabeceiras of the Warwick Planning Department makes sure the stand has plenty of handouts.
Building a pollinator pathway yard by yard
On Saturday September 30, the Clouds Hill Museum in Cowesett will host a free workshop from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to educate guests about the native plants they can grow to preserve and expand pollinator … more
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How is Alzheimer’s Disease Different from Dementia?
A common question we get, both in the clinical and research settings, is, “What is the difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s disease?” The terms and language around these … more
Put back pain behind you with individualized spine care
Whether it’s in your lower back, your neck, or anywhere between, if a spine issue is causing you pain, you’re not alone. Back pain affects four out of five Americans in their lifetime, … more
NEW FIELD HANDS: Appleland co-owner Ashley Shields checks the progress of some fresh produce growing on her family’s trees in Smithfield. The Shields family purchased the orchard and farm stand from former owners, Mary Lou D’Andrea and her husband Lou.
One Apple Festival per year keeps the doldrums away
The apples are fresh and so is the leadership behind this year’s Johnston Apple Festival. As organizers prepare for this weekend’s 35th annual event, the sponsoring orchard and the … more
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Signs a roof must be repaired or replaced
METRO The exterior components of a home, such as the siding and the roof, help to protect its occupants from the elements. While many roofing materials can last for decades, at some point in … more
Tips to Build a Stable, Sustainable Financial Future for Your Family
StatePoint Building wealth is not as easy as it sounds. It can take time, discipline and a plan to keep those dollars protected. However, if done correctly, it can provide security for your … more
Cheryl Ursillo
Stuffing it to retirement…gracefully
When most people look toward retirement they think of relaxing, taking some time for themselves, and maybe even finding a warmer place to spend the Winter months. Cheryl Ursillo on the other hand … more
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Mind Over Masculinity: Breaking the Stigma of Men’s Mental Health
Written by: Eric Tirrell, clinical manager of the Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) program and the research operations manager for the Center of Biomedical Research Excellence (COBRE) in … more
SHE CALLS THEM ‘FLYING FLOWERS”: Amy Ottilige has been raising butterflies since 2014, planting milkweed and perennials in her garden to support them.
Madame Butterfly
Wearing a pink shirt with a bedazzled butterfly on the front, Amy Ottilige opened the net encasement surrounding a milkweed plant in her living room as the TV blared. She closely inspected the … more
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Building Your Dream Home Anytime, Anywhere
Family Features For most homebuyers, their dream homes are not something they’re likely to find already on the market. With a unique vision of your dream home’s look, location and … more
What to know about kitchen countertop materials
METRO Kitchens are the busiest rooms in most homes. Kitchens have become more than just places to prepare meals, with many functioning as gathering spaces and even go-to dining spots in homes … more
GET PICKED TO GET PICKED
Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz drove down Simmonsville Avenue in Johnston and pulled into Paul Ruotolo’s property eager to dig for treasure. “They bought a lot of stuff," Ruotolo told … more
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Movies in the Park shows films that families can enjoy together, so bring blankets & chairs for everyone.
Rocky Point is alive…with the sound of Minions
Lauren Slocum and Dave Steets know how to put on a show. Since 2015, Slocum and Steets have worked closely on creating what has become a Rocky Point summer tradition: Movies in the Park, an … more
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