Share your tips for traveling to D.C. Apr 17, 2008
As a DC native who grew up in the rough S.E. section (Rhode Island Ave.) of DC I can assure you that Atlanta is just as bad if not worse than the DC ... As a DC native who grew up in the rough S.E. section (Rhode Island Ave.) of DC I can assure you that Atlanta is just as bad if not worse than the DC. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Big names owe big-time on taxes Apr 15, 2008
In an effort to shame tax delinquents into paying, 15 states California, Colorado, Connecticut, Georgia, Illinois, Kentucky, Maryland, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Virginia, Washington and Wisconsin and the District of Columbia have started publishing the names of people the governments say owe large amounts of taxes. The inexpensive tactic has worked. (USA Today -- Money)
Small businesses discover a world of opportunity in exports Apr 8, 2008
As a student at the Rhode Island School of Design, Gebbia noticed that classmates were uncomfortable sitting on hard chairs and floors during day-long critiques of their work by professors. He designed the fashionable cushions and plunged full time into his new business after graduation. (USA Today -- Money)
SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE CONSOLIDATED BUDGET Apr 5, 2008
MARIJUANA (Needham, The Providence Journal) -- Rhode Island allows patients to use medical marijuana, but is now considering creating a legal way to buy it. 500. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Judy Silver - artist, collector, creative spirit Mar 25, 2008
By Patricia Ann ChaffeePress writer Artist Judy Silver rocks in an antique 'find", one of her many antiques and collectibles. She is an antique dealer in Rhode Island and a watercolor artist. Press photo by Patricia Ann Chaffee. PAWCATUCK When people call The Westerly Sun, they are likely to hear the voice of Judy Silver on the other end of the phone. She directs their calls and finds answers to their questions. But behind her friendly, receptionist role, is a woman with an eclectic and... (Westerly Sun, RI)
College basketball, auto racing, prep basketball Mar 19, 2008
NITFirst RoundLast nightOhio State 84, UNC Asheville 66Massachusetts 80, Stephen F. Austin 60Syracuse 87, Robert Morris 81Akron 65, Florida St. 60, OTSouthern Illinois 69, Oklahoma State 63Maryland 68, Minnesota 58Creighton 74, Rhode Island 73Alabama State at Arizona State, late. TonightCleveland State (21-12) at Dayton (21-10), 6Morgan State (22-10) at Virginia Tech (19-13), 7UAB (22-10) at Virginia Commonwealth (24-7), 7UC Santa Barbara (23-8) at Mississippi (21-10), 8Charlotte (20-13) at... (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Design green right into your decor Mar 16, 2008
She has designed private residences in New York s Sagaponack and Southampton as well as apartments in New York City and the Rhode Island home of golfer Brad Faxon. Tell us what you think. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Lost art is found. Now, whose is it? Feb 29, 2008
He said his brother William, an antiques dealer in Rhode Island who could not be reached for comment, gave him the paintings as collateral for a $22,000 loan in late 1998 and early 1999. When William never came calling again for the art, Conley said, he figured the paintings must be fakes. (Boston Globe)
Antiques fill Martinez townhouse Jan 27, 2008
IT'S A FACT: In addition to New York City and Boston, Ms. Abernathy lived in Tennessee, Ohio and Rhode Island before returning to the Augusta area. From the Sunday, January 27, 2008 edition of the Augusta Chronicle Reader Comments Note: Comments are not edited and don't represent the views of The Augusta Chronicle. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Intel Centers Losing Anti-Terror Focus Nov 29, 2007
Centers in Kansas and Rhode Island are the only two focused solely on counterterrorism. Other centers concentrate on all crimes, including drugs and gangs, according to Congress' investigative and auditing arm. (Los Angeles Times)
What's new? What's old Oct 27, 2007
The newest addition, Rhode Island Antiques Mall, offers 20,000 square feet of newly renovated space for dealers large and small to display their merchandise. With its stylish exterior designed by noted architect Morris Nathanson, the two-level facility aims to be a high-end antiques outlet specializing in furniture, art and collectibles. (Pawtucket Times, RI)
Regional calendar Oct. 25 edition Oct 26, 2007
Co-sponsored by Rhode Island s Most Eligible Singles. Call 781-446-0234 or visit www. (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Dozens feel pinched by lobsterman's tale Oct 8, 2007
His alleged con artistry is the talk of Rhode Island ... He has a criminal record dating to 1979 and has been convicted six times for various non-violent offenses, according to Rhode Island court records ... "I could almost smell them," says Warren Teixeira, a Rhode Island School of Design professor who says Kluth conned him out of $200 in January on the day after he got out jail. (USA Today)
A place all its own Sep 26, 2007
Settled in 1638 by Anne Hutchinson, Portsmouth was the second settlement in what is now Rhode Island, and the first community in the New World founded by a woman. One of three towns on Aquidneck Island, which it shares with Middletown and Newport, Portsmouth boasts 56 miles of shoreline, five marinas, a winery, a topiary garden, several golf courses, and on Prudence Island, the only operating one-room schoolhouse in the state. (Boston Globe)
Sunshine and Classic Yachts - A Vintage Newport Labor Day Weekend: Sep 6, 2007
NEWPORT, R.I., Sept. 5 /PRNewswire/ -- Some people preserve antiques in cabinets but today in Newport, Rhode Island, The Museum of Yachting and Panerai had 61 classic yachts racing across Narragansett Bay in heated competition at the 28th Annual Museum of Yachting Classic Yacht Regatta. With 35 sailboats 50 years or older and 4 which are at least 100 years of age, these ageless vessels got a chance to exhibit their speed and beauty. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Pawtucket antiques mall will be hard to miss Jul 25, 2007
After a many months of negotiations, Scott and Rae Davis finally got what they have been looking for after years of collecting and selling quality antiques. The Scotts, who have been married for 23 years, purchased the Jabbour Electronics building at 345 Fountain St., where Joseph Jabbour sold electronics for the past 53 years. (Pawtucket Times, RI)
Two TV shows looking at Wellsville Jul 24, 2007
drb wrote on Jul 23, 2007 1:59 AM:" I came from Belmont and remember that house all my life.... Someone should get in touch with the show Ghost Whispers run by TAPS our of Rhode Island. I would investigate about the house be haunted. ". jh wrote on Jul 21, 2007 4:45 PM:" do a story on the house on 64 maple ave in wellsville. this house a lot of history,i should know i lived there when i was young. Yes the house is haunted! ". (Wellsville Daily Reporter, NY)
FIRE DEVASTATES UXBRIDGE Jul 22, 2007
At that point, the firefighting effort became one of trying to contain the blaze from outside the sprawling structure, a task posing "a real challenge'' to a small town department like Uxbridge, he said. The local department immediately called for assistance from neighboring communities both in Massachusetts and Rhode Island and by mid-morning had more than 35 different departments contributing to the effort to control the fire's consumption of approximately 80 percent of the total... (Woonsocket Call, RI)
Shattered dreams: The economic impact of the Bernat fire could ripple throughout the Valley Jul 22, 2007
The blaze drew an army of 375 firefighters from 50 communities in Massachusetts and Rhode Island for the difficult battle to extinguish it. The fire broke out at 4:15 a.m. and was still burning although largely under control by nighttime Saturday. (Woonsocket Call, RI)
Narragansett Bay beauty Jul 20, 2007
The handsomely furnished mansion truly is, as its motto proclaims, "an elegant reminder of Rhode Island's opulent past." ... Take Interstate 95 south into Rhode Island. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
A lot to look at Jul 4, 2007
Rhode Island's westernmost and southernmost community has more than its share of interesting art and architecture ... Owner Elizabeth Shorrock used to teach planet-friendly fashion design at the University of Rhode Island. (Boston Globe)
Expert Says Bed Bugs on the Rise This Summer Jun 22, 2007
Founded in 2006 and based in Providence, Rhode Island, CleanBrands LLC is committed to helping people all over the country experience a new level of sleep protection. SOURCE CleanBrands LLC. (PR Newswire)
Cat hoarders 'mean well ... lose control' Jun 6, 2007
It continues today even after Holden retired and has gone on to become director of the Rhode Island Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. In that role, Holden has become an expert at hoarding behavior. (Pawtucket Times, RI)
Trial Set in Nantucket Slaying Jun 4, 2007
A few hours after Lochtefeld's body was found, Toolan was stopped for drunken driving in Rhode Island and was later charged in the killing. Toolan's lawyer, Kevin Reddington, would not talk about his defense before the trial. (Newsday -- Nation)
Rudolph house saved; foundation director coming to Sarasota May 25, 2007
As reported in todays New York Times, the Rudolph foundation helped arrange the salvation of the 1955 Cerrito House in Rhode Island ... As reported in todays New York Times, the Rudolph foundation helped arrange the salvation of the 1955 Cerrito House in Rhode Island. (Herald-Tribune)
Downtown district gets historic recognition May 22, 2007
"It's great in the way it will encourage the private investment we all want to see happen," without which the densely built area of the city would have "little ability to grow except to tear down and build from scratch." "I think it's very significant," said Ted Sanderson, executive director of the Rhode Island Historical Preservation and Heritage Commission, who began working with city planning officials and Mayor James E. Doyle on the historic application two years ago ... "I think this is the... (Pawtucket Times, RI)
Coin dollars a bust May 19, 2007
05/19/2007 01:00 AM EDT. Journal Staff Writer. (Providence Journal (subscription))
Flea market complements Rhode Island inn May 13, 2007
CHARLESTOWN, R.I. -- Set on several acres on the Old Post Road near Charlestown Beach , the General Stanton Inn hosts a popular weekend flea market. When the season opened in April, we booked a Friday night at the inn to catch the next day's early-bird bargains. (Boston Globe)
Celebrating life of a New England Renaissance man May 10, 2007
Nutting (1861-1941) was a Congregationalist minister who gave up the pulpit in Rhode Island after suffering emotional problems in 1904. He later turned to photography, riding his bicycle around New England and marketing his hand-tinted photographs throughout the country through advertisements in newspapers and magazines. (Boston Globe)
Cards, golf, bowling and yard work just part of this 90-year-old’s routine Apr 25, 2007
Late last week, in the early hours of Thursday, my wife and I got a call from our son David in Rhode Island. He was calling from the Kent County Hospital. (The Citizen's Voice, PA)
Die cast with a vengeance Apr 21, 2007
Pretty much any object stamped with the Hot Wheels logo can be found in Spaulding's private subterranean museum in his home in northwestern Rhode Island ... Tomorrow , the Rhode Island Hot Wheels Club holds its third annual expo and dinner, in Johnston ... Mike Zarnock , 49, has written several books on Hot Wheels and will be a celebrity guest at tomorrow's event in Rhode Island. (Boston Globe)
Preservation conference coming here Apr 5, 2007
In Pawtucket's case, there will be a lot of friendly pointing about the preservation and revival of many of the city's historic gems, plus seminars and bus, bicycle and walking tours as planning and historic preservation officials from throughout the area converge on the city a week from Saturday for Rhode Island's 22nd annual statewide Historic Preservation Conference ... Afternoon topics will include turning historic buildings into businss incubators (featuring The Grant's co-developers J.... (Pawtucket Times, RI)
More of this story Mar 29, 2007
Newport, Rhode Island - America's First Resort ... It's fitting that Mecray moved to Rhode Island in June 1976 when the Tall Ships hit Newport for the first time. (Newport Daily News, RI)
OPEN SEASON: MATH meeting doesn't add up Mar 11, 2007
RHODE ISLAND DAILY NUMBER 2277. R.I. WILD MONEY 3, 15, 24, 28, 30. (The Standard-Times, MA)
Baseball card sold for $2.3 million Feb 28, 2007
RHODE ISLAND DAILY NUMBER 3724. R.I. WILD MONEY 3, 5, 16, 17, 27. (The Standard-Times, MA)
FINELINES: One of the best and most beautiful machines on four wheels Feb 21, 2007
RHODE ISLAND DAILY NUMBER 5970. R.I. WILD MONEY 11, 13, 14, 34, 35. (The Standard-Times, MA)
Grimshaw-Gudewicz Gallery at BCC offers a worthwhile exhibition Feb 18, 2007
A native of Pittsburgh now living in Rhode Island and teaching at BCC, Mr. Kramm studied sculpture at Indiana University of Pennsylvania, and at the Rhode Island School of Design in Providence ... RHODE ISLAND DAILY NUMBER 0883. (The Standard-Times, MA)
IRS cracks down on charitable deductions Feb 18, 2007
Sunday, February 18, 2007. CURRENT CONDITIONS:OVERCAST 30. (The Standard-Times, MA)
In Grafton, Vt., little art galleries are a big draw Feb 14, 2007
The Rhode Island School of Design-trained artist works on a sewing machine to create her colorful portraits. Mariella Bisson's snowy forest scenes are made entirely by collage, using bits of paper to create a mosaic. (Boston Globe)
Smith Struggles Again, North Blanks South In Senior Bowl Jan 28, 2007
CSTV.com :: College Football. (AP) -This time, Troy Smith was smiling after the game. (Mac-Sports.com)
OPEN SEASON: TV's Golden moments make annual grade Jan 21, 2007
A free doubleheader fishing seminar will be presented by the Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Association (RISAA) at 7 p.m. on Jan. 29 at the West Valley Inn on Blossom Street in West Warwick ... RHODE ISLAND DAILY NUMBER 3451. (The Standard-Times, MA)
Developer looks into razing mill Jan 14, 2007
RHODE ISLAND DAILY NUMBER 9442. R.I. WILD MONEY 23, 24, 25, 31, 35. (The Standard-Times, MA)
* Art prices are rising, and so are the risks Jan 4, 2007
Brian Frasca, an insurance broker at the New England Brokerage Corp in Providence, Rhode Island, told of a new client who bought a work of art for a million dollars in 1991. The piece had been insured under a homeowner's policy, which seemed adequate, providing about US$2. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Cardinals, Demon Deacons Hope For Return Trip To Orange Bowl Jan 3, 2007
CSTV.com :: College Football. MIAMI (AP) - Reaching the Orange Bowl was just the first step for Louisville's Bobby Petrino and Wake Forest's Jim Grobe. (Kpmariners.com)
No. 2 UNC Women Take Care Of GA Tech In ACC Opener Jan 3, 2007
Tar Heels Take Care Of Georgia Tech In ACC Opener :: No. 2 North Carolina remains perfect with 69-57 win over Jackets. CSTV.com :: College Women's Basketball. (Kpmariners.com)
