Last night I had over for dinner a woman who came to this country from Africa some 20 years ago to escape a very brutal and bloody civil war. She had called me on Monday, as I was watching the Boston … more

In less than 3 months, I will once again be jumping into the cold water off Newport in the early morning hours and swimming 1.7 miles to Jamestown. This will be my 15th year participating in the Swim … more

I’m participating in the Team Hope Walk - Rhode Island Chapter and will be fundraising for Team Hope Walk: RI Chapter Huntington Disease Society of America. I would like to ask you to support the … more

The Gladys L. Hurrell Senior Center has morphed from a pupa into a beautiful Grand Monarch butterfly under the direction of Norellen Palmer. When one walks in the front door there is an immediate … more

What better example of true volunteerism than the Rehoboth Rescue Squad. They have been serving the Town of Rehoboth since 1965. The mission of the Rehoboth Rescue Squad operating under the … more

I just wanted to thank Sue Pimental for her monthly column. She has shed light on many issues affecting our town and explains it all in easy to understand terms. She lays everything out- the good, … more

I would like to discuss bullying. There are many types of bullying. In December 2012 there was a very tragic event with the taking of 20 innocent children and 6 adult lives. At this tragic event one … more

To everyone who has supported us following the untimely and shocking death of Michael Schobel, Jr., we would like to express our sincere thanks and appreciation. So many had kind words and vast … more

My family, unfortunatly has to move out of town. I have been here all my life, and it was a great place to grow up. Before we go, we would like to thank the people who have changed our lives. First … more

Congratulations Palmer River Elementary School Play It Forward athletes. You have done an amazing job this winter working hard for the benefit of other kids in our town, our region and around the … more