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Last week, a story in the Johnston Sun Rise entitled “Rats!” highlighted the growing rodent problem in many of our local cities and towns, along with some of the alternative control …
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By JEFFERY C. HALL
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5/8/25
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May is Older Americans month, a time to recognize older Americans’ contributions, highlight trends and reaffirm commitments to serving older adults in our nation, state and communities.
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By MAUREEN MAIGRET
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5/8/25
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To the Editor:
As reported by Tim Forsberg and John Howell, House Education Chairman Robert M. McNamara is eager to spend lots of taxpayer money on what he euphemistically refers to as …
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5/8/25
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To the Editor:
Our present administration has just completed its first 100 days. It has produced both needed accomplishments and deep concerns.
There is much to review, but I will keep it …
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5/8/25
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To the Editor:
As a program manager of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), I urge the Rhode Island General Assembly to pass House Bill 5638 / Senate Bill 947 (Motor and Other …
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5/8/25
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It’s not a club anyone wants to join, but it seems a majority of people in our three municipalities have some kind of story when it comes to experiencing rats in their own backyards. Maybe …
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5/8/25
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After Val Lawson won election last Tuesday as the new president of the Rhode Island Senate, she faced a battery of reporters’ questions about her dual role as head of that chamber and president …
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By IAN DONNIS
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5/8/25
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Rhode Island’s health care system is in crisis. The closure of Anchor Medical Associates, leaving 25,000 patients without providers, is the latest blow. Even before this, our state faced a …
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By CHUCK JONES
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5/1/25
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As a board member at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island, I’ve seen firsthand how corporate mentorship programs change lives. When businesses empower their employees to mentor, …
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5/1/25
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To the Editor:
I must comment on your paper publishing an editorial drawing of both Pope Francis and Senator Ruggerio in the same frame. How could you pair such a holy man as Francis with the …
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5/1/25
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As we celebrate National Small Business Week, we are reminded of the incredible role small businesses play in shaping Rhode Island’s economic and cultural landscape. This week is not only a …
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By NINA PANDE
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4/24/25
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To the Editor:
National Volunteer Week is April 20-26 and the American Red Cross in Rhode Island celebrates the selfless volunteers whose unwavering support make it possible for us to assist …
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4/24/25
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While there are many people in power who proclaim that children are our future, and that we should do everything we can to support their becoming lifelong learners, the sad truth is that very rarely …
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4/24/25
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Each year, millions of Americans face a decision that's more consequential than buying a home or car: choosing where to have major surgery. For procedures like spinal fusions and hip and knee …
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By Dr. MATHIAS P. BOSTROM
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4/17/25
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Legislation has been introduced by Sen. Lou DiPalma (D-Middletown, Little Compton, Newport, Tiverton) and Rep. Jason Knight (D-Barrington, Warren) that would prohibit the sale of assault-style …
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By JENNIFER McGEE
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4/17/25
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To the Editor,
Christianity today has embraced a theology known as Christian Zionism, which claims that modern Israel fulfills the promises that God made to Abraham in Genesis 12. Amazingly, its …
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4/17/25
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To the Editor,
More raises for those holding the highest positions in Rhode Island state government? That means a salary of nearly a quarter of a million dollars to the person who …
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4/17/25
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Awake from a world of darkness Where gloom and doom abound, To a newfound light Where peace and love and joy are found.
This world is full of darkness Coming from people …
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4/17/25
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It’s not always easy to accept when forces beyond our control are to blame for things that make our lives more difficult, particularly when they result in real financial stress.
Rhode …
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4/10/25
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To The Editor:
Social Security is in the worst crisis since its founding in 1935.
Not because it’s running out of money – there are viable proposals to shore up the Social …
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4/10/25
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