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MOBILE GUIDE: The Brewery Passport app helps people discover new local breweries and plan routes to visit multiple spots. It’s a helpful way to keep track of where you’ve been.
A thirst for exploration
After a long winter, spring has sprung. And local Rhode Island breweries are embracing the warmer weather by opening their outdoor seating – and brewing up a storm. Now, with the help of … more
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FAMILY FIRST: Pictured in this file photo from 2017, from left to right, Jack, Matt and Sallyann DiIorio are joined by Race for Matt and Grace co-chair Michael Crawley. Sallyann said family and friends have been “very crucial” to getting through the past year.
Easter emergence
In a year when seeing loved ones has been a difficult and often dangerous endeavor, family was never more important.  The coronavirus pandemic has gripped the nation for more than a year, as … more
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BACK AT IT: After a life of gymnastics, Shannon Cornicelli stepped away from coaching at her gym four years ago. Now, she’s back teaching – and more excited than ever about her sport.
Sticking the landing
During the pandemic, Shannon Cornicelli, owner of Dream Big Gymnastics in Cranston, rediscovered what makes her happy – coaching. After a life of gymnastics, including state championship … more
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HANDS ON LEARNING: Kids gaze in wonder at pieces of the brain at the 2019 Brain Week Rhode Island festival.
A cerebral celebration
“It’s only really been in the last half century that we know what we know about the brain. We know about the stars, we know about the physical world around us, but what lies within is … more
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Green light
Despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, local restaurants are celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with specials, events and lots of good luck. For O’Rourke’s in Pawtuxet … more
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DESIGNS WITH A THEME: The graphics arts class at the Warwick Area Career and Technical Center competed for the honor of having their design on this year’s RI Academic Decathlon T-shirt. The theme of the competition this year is the Cold War. Students hold up the winning shirt design as well as their entries.
Battle of the brains goes virtual
“Anything is possible through Zoom,” Rhode Island Academic Decathlon director Frank Lenox said. Because of COVID restrictions, the annual competition will be held virtually this year … more
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HONEY HARVEST: Kevin Shea, right, handles a honeycomb while collecting honey from one of his 20 hives.
Busy bees
For Kevin Shea and Sue Baron of Rizzo Farms, beekeeping isn’t just a hobby or something to do on the weekends, but a way of life.  And even though Shea manages the hives and Baron … more
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MAKING MOVIES: Robert Isenberg shot the footage for his short film “Mannequin” in the space of roughly two hours at his Cranston home office. “I was so into it that by the time I was done, I was like, ‘Wow, I can’t believe I’m done,’” he says.
'Magic' in motion
During his days as a student at the University of Pittsburgh, Robert Isenberg recalls having the opportunity to ask a question of celebrated author John McPhee.  A longtime contributor to The … more
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READY TO LEARN: Robert Furtado, a pre-school student at Cranston Public Schools Early Childhood Center, is all smiles as he holds one of the “learning kits.”
Embracing innovation
Lindsey Bratter, a senior at Cranston High School West, has a clear vision for her professional life. She plans to become a child psychologist, with particular interest in working with young … more
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CROWNING ACHIEVEMENT: Allegra Graziano smiles ear to ear as she receives her Miss Rhode Island Collegiate America crown.
"It's competing against the best version of yourself"
Johnston’s Allegra Graziano has worn the name of her hometown across her chest during numerous competitions, an enormous source of pride for the 24-year-old perennial pageant participant.She … more
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SHARING HIS PASSIONS: Lloyd Kaplan is pictured with a copy of his newest book, “In Harmony: Early Vocal Groups Remembered & Celebrated,” which was co-authored by Tom Shaker. (Beacon Communications photo)
‘The power of music’
Lloyd Kaplan has an unparalleled passion for music. You can hear it in his voice when he talks about his time playing in the Army Band or when he mentions his long teaching career. Kaplan, … more
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DRIVE TO SUCCEED: Rhode Island Blood Center account manager Glenn Halvarson (far left) stopped by the Johnston School Committee meeting in December to present, from left to right, Caleb Lee, Nick Petrillo and Carlos Fragoso with a certificate honoring Johnston’s second-place status among R.I. high schools. (Sun Rise photo)
Donating hope
Blood shortages have not ceased during the coronavirus pandemic, and the Rhode Island Blood Center and Johnston High School are once again teaming up to rise to the challenge. Account manager … more
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