Thursday, December 28, 2017
Wednesday, December 27, 2017
Saturday, December 23, 2017
PHENOLOGY CALENDAR
Posted by Wayne G. Barber
First Week of January
Crows scatter across the land in search of food by day, but gather in large groups at night.
Shaking the straight stalks of mullein will release a shower of tiny black seeds on the snow.
Mink tracks along streams often disappear as the animal takes to the water in search of fish, crayfish, or insects.
Shaking the straight stalks of mullein will release a shower of tiny black seeds on the snow.
Mink tracks along streams often disappear as the animal takes to the water in search of fish, crayfish, or insects.
Second Week of January
Hibernating black bears reabsorb nitrogen from their urine and use it to build new cells.
Short-tailed shrews stay in their warmly-lined nests eating hoarded food when it's cold. They forage under the leaf litter during warmer times.
White tailed deer will remain yarded up beneath hemlock boughs on south-facing slopes when snow is deep.
Short-tailed shrews stay in their warmly-lined nests eating hoarded food when it's cold. They forage under the leaf litter during warmer times.
White tailed deer will remain yarded up beneath hemlock boughs on south-facing slopes when snow is deep.
Friday, December 15, 2017
Thursday, December 14, 2017
Wednesday, December 13, 2017
DEM ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR GRANTS TO SUPPORT COMMUNITY TREE PROGRAMS
Posted by Wayne G..Barber
Informational meeting to be held next Wednesday in Providence
PROVIDENCE – The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM), in partnership with the United States Forest Service and the Rhode Island Tree Council, today announced $30,000 is available in matching grants to support local tree programs. A Request for Proposals is now open - with a deadline of January 31, 2018. Over the past 25 years, DEM has awarded more than $5 million in grants under the America the Beautiful Tree Rhode Island program.
The grant program, which covers 40 percent of a project’s cost, supports urban forestry efforts, including tree plantings, community forestry planning, invasive species management, and related education and outreach. Grant requests between $2,000 and $4,000 will be considered. An informational workshop will be held next Wednesday, December 19 at 2:00 p.m. at DEM Headquarters, 235 Promenade Street, Room 300, Providence to review program details.
Additional information about this grant opportunity is available on DEM’s website. For questions, contact Tee Jay Boudreau, deputy chief of DEM’s Division of Forest Environment at 222-2445 ext. 2059 or via email at teejay.boudreau@dem.ri.gov. Proposals should be mailed to DEM's Division of Forest Environment, 235 Promenade Street, Suite 394, Providence, RI 02908. Final proposals and supporting materials are due by 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 31, 2018. Government and non-profit agencies, along with recognized community groups, are eligible to apply. Selection of grants will be determined on a competitive basis.
For more information on DEM programs and initiatives, visit www.dem.ri.gov. Follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/RhodeIslandDEM or on Twitter (@RhodeIslandDEM) for timely updates.
Wednesday, December 6, 2017
Tuesday, December 5, 2017
Bartomioli named to North Smithfield council
Posted by Wayne G. Barber
NORTH SMITHFIELD – Teresa Bartomioli, a current member of the Charter Review Commission and the president and co-owner of North Smithfield Fence has been appointed to Town Council seat formerly held by Daniel Halloran.
Council members unanimously named Bartomioli to the seat Monday night after a motion by Councilor Paul Zwolenski to appoint Lucien Benoit, the sixth highest vote getter in the 2016 election, died for lack of a second. She was immediately sworn in and joined the council for the remainder of the meeting.
A Taylor Drive resident, Bartomioli has worked for the North Smithfield, Smithfield and Woonsocket School departments as a teacher assistant and clerical substitute. She served on the town's Budget Committee in 2012 and 2013 and is a current member of the group that recently proposed potential amendments to the Town Charter for inclusion of town residents' 2018 election ballot. She ran for the Town Council in 2012, coming in eighth out of nine candidates for the board with 2,213 votes.
Halloran, who was elected last November, resigned effective Dec. 1 citing health issues. Bartomioli will fill the remaining year of his term. Source: Valley Breeze News
NORTH SMITHFIELD – Teresa Bartomioli, a current member of the Charter Review Commission and the president and co-owner of North Smithfield Fence has been appointed to Town Council seat formerly held by Daniel Halloran. Council members unanimously named Bartomioli to the seat Monday night after a motion by Councilor Paul Zwolenski to appoint Lucien Benoit, the sixth highest vote getter in the 2016 election, died for lack of a second. She was immediately sworn in and joined the council for the remainder of the meeting.
A Taylor Drive resident, Bartomioli has worked for the North Smithfield, Smithfield and Woonsocket School departments as a teacher assistant and clerical substitute. She served on the town's Budget Committee in 2012 and 2013 and is a current member of the group that recently proposed potential amendments to the Town Charter for inclusion of town residents' 2018 election ballot. She ran for the Town Council in 2012, coming in eighth out of nine candidates for the board with 2,213 votes.
Halloran, who was elected last November, resigned effective Dec. 1 citing health issues. Bartomioli will fill the remaining year of his term. Source: Valley Breeze News
Friday, December 1, 2017
A.T.Levy Teacher: Golden Apple Award on WJAR Channel 10
Posted by Wayne G. Barber
This week's Golden Apple Award goes to Joan Surprenant of Austin T. Levy School.
Surprenant’s whole family, including her father George Ducharme, longtime principal and teacher, joined in the celebration as Commissioner of Education Dr. Ken Wagner bestowed the award.
This week's Golden Apple Award goes to Joan Surprenant of Austin T. Levy School.
Surprenant’s whole family, including her father George Ducharme, longtime principal and teacher, joined in the celebration as Commissioner of Education Dr. Ken Wagner bestowed the award.
This week's Golden Apple Award goes to Joan Surprenant of Austin T. Levy School.
Surprenant’s whole family, including her father George Ducharme, longtime principal and teacher, joined in the celebration as Commissioner of Education Dr. Ken Wagner bestowed the award.
Surprenant is known for making sure that every student feels loved and safe, while they're being given the highest level of education possible. She has been teaching for 18 years and before that, she was a substitute.
Surprenant’s whole family, including her father George Ducharme, longtime principal and teacher, joined in the celebration as Commissioner of Education Dr. Ken Wagner bestowed the award.
"I love working with the students and staff. My father and brother worked here as educators, as well. It does, it feels good to give back to this town,” Surprenant said.
Sunday, November 26, 2017
Razzle- Dazzle Parade in Putnam, Connecticut is tonight.....
Posted by Wayne G. Barber
PUTNAM — As it has for more than a decade, the Northeastern Connecticut Holiday Dazzle Light Parade on Sunday will illuminate downtown Putnam with more than 130 expected participants and thousands of attendees.
The 16th iteration of the seasonal event will kick off at 5 p.m., winding its way from Grove Street, through downtown and ending at the Owen Tarr Sports Complex near Providence and School streets.
The parade, a collaborative effort of WINY Radio 1350am and the town’s recreation department, typically attracts up to 12,000 revelers who begin lining the parade route hours before the first float steps off.
Gary Osbrey, owner of WINY Radio and founder of the parade who got his start at WNRI 1380AM in
Woonsocket, RI, said the idea for the event came after viewing a nighttime Disney World parade.
“I thought it was so cool and said to myself, ‘We can do this in Putnam,‘” he said. “I scouted out light parades in the state — I think there were only two at the time — and pitched the idea to the town. A few years later they said ‘Let’s do it.’”
That first year, Osbrey was hoping to attract 25 participants and ended up with 65 people signing up to march.
“I think the continued popularity of the event is we have a come-as-you-are attitude, with no contest for best float,” he said. “We appreciate the guy from Wodstock who wants to bring put lights on his tractor and bring it down as much as we are happy to see the most extravagantly-decorated float.”
Carrying on its tradition of honoring local groups and individuals, the parade committee this year chose the Cargill Council No. 64 Knights of Columbus as the event’s grand marshal.
PUTNAM — As it has for more than a decade, the Northeastern Connecticut Holiday Dazzle Light Parade on Sunday will illuminate downtown Putnam with more than 130 expected participants and thousands of attendees.The 16th iteration of the seasonal event will kick off at 5 p.m., winding its way from Grove Street, through downtown and ending at the Owen Tarr Sports Complex near Providence and School streets.
The parade, a collaborative effort of WINY Radio 1350am and the town’s recreation department, typically attracts up to 12,000 revelers who begin lining the parade route hours before the first float steps off.
Gary Osbrey, owner of WINY Radio and founder of the parade who got his start at WNRI 1380AM in
Woonsocket, RI, said the idea for the event came after viewing a nighttime Disney World parade.
“I thought it was so cool and said to myself, ‘We can do this in Putnam,‘” he said. “I scouted out light parades in the state — I think there were only two at the time — and pitched the idea to the town. A few years later they said ‘Let’s do it.’”
That first year, Osbrey was hoping to attract 25 participants and ended up with 65 people signing up to march.
“I think the continued popularity of the event is we have a come-as-you-are attitude, with no contest for best float,” he said. “We appreciate the guy from Wodstock who wants to bring put lights on his tractor and bring it down as much as we are happy to see the most extravagantly-decorated float.”
Carrying on its tradition of honoring local groups and individuals, the parade committee this year chose the Cargill Council No. 64 Knights of Columbus as the event’s grand marshal.
Friday, November 17, 2017
RI Has Lost Jobs for the Past 3 Months
Posted by Wayne G. Barber
Rhode Island has lost 3,900 jobs over the last three months including the loss of 200 jobs in the month of October, according to the RI Department of Labor and Training.
While RI was losing hundreds of jobs in the past month, Massachusetts added nearly 5,000 in October.
The RI labor force totaled 554,500 in October 2017, down 700 from September 2016
Rhode Island has lost 3,900 jobs over the last three months including the loss of 200 jobs in the month of October, according to the RI Department of Labor and Training.
While RI was losing hundreds of jobs in the past month, Massachusetts added nearly 5,000 in October.
The RI labor force totaled 554,500 in October 2017, down 700 from September 2016
Saturday, November 11, 2017
A Time to Reflect....
Posted by Wayne G. Barber & Photo by Wayne G. Barber
Thank You for your Service to our Great Country.
NO kneeler's here !
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| George Surbets, Mr. Fontenault, George A.Barber, George Ducharme |
NO kneeler's here !
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Ted Hebert leads the men
Thank You, Commander, Councilmen,Ray Trinque, Denny Ballou, Councilmen, David Place. Rep. Dist 47 Cale Keable and Senator Fogarty, Boy Scouts and Miss Gosselin for warming our hearts on a very cold day with her golden voice.
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Thursday, November 9, 2017
Providence Shooting Gone Wrong - State Police and Providence Police Shot the Wrong People
Posted by Wayne G. Barber
GoLocal has learned that a series of errors by law enforcement led to the shooting of a man and a woman in a pickup truck on 1-95 in front of Providence Place Mall.
The two shot were believed to be tied to an earlier incident related to a prisoner stealing a Rhode Island State Trooper’s cruiser earlier in the day. But, the man and the woman who were shot were not involved in the earlier incident. The unidentified man was killed in the police shooting and the woman is in critical condition.
SEE EXCLUSIVE VIDEO ABOVE
According to multiple law enforcement sources, an unidentified Rhode Island State Trooper transporting a prisoner had his vehicle stolen when he pulled over to investigate an accident on Route 146. The cruiser was stolen by Donald Morgan, age 35, who has no permanent address.
The incident took place at about 9 a.m. and it is unclear why the cruiser was not secured per protocol.
“The trooper was transporting the individual to court this morning and came upon an accident scene, and somewhere along those lines, again it's still being investigated, but the suspect somehow from the rear of the vehicle got into the vehicle, the front of the vehicle, and drove the cruiser,” said Rhode Island State Police Colonel Ann Assumpico.
“It's under investigation but I know the trooper did leave the vehicle for a short time,” said Assumpico.
“Again he was transporting the individual to court, you have to understand, once we come upon an accident, it is our duty to check on the welfare of the person involved. I know the individual was handcuffed,” she added.
The cruiser was recovered shortly afterward, when it was found abandoned in Providence.
When Providence Police and Rhode Island State Police found the abandoned cruiser and sources say they were told by witnesses that the perpetrator had escaped with a white pickup truck.
White Pickup Truck Appears to Be the Only Connection
At a press conference this afternoon held by Providence Police and Rhode Island State Police officials, both Providence Public Safety Commissioner Steve Pare and Assumpico spoke and repeatedly expressed that the two incidents are under investigation.
“At about quarter of 11 this morning, we had an officer involved in a shooting resulting in the death of a suspect. We have not positively identified the suspect. There was a second person in that vehicle that was shot and critically injured, she has not been positively identified. She is in the ER,” said Pare.
“We had police officers from Providence and we had troopers from the State Police involved in the shooting, so we had multiple. That's what we are investigating now, so we don’t have a lot of the details,” said Pare.
Pare said at the press release, “We don’t know if it is related to the earlier theft of a police cruiser, at this point, that is what we are putting together as well."
But, GoLocal has learned that there is no relationship other than the misidentification of the vehicle.
“The suspect who is here and shot and killed by police officers has not been identified as far as the relatedness of what precipitated this deadly use of force, we have not determined that,” said Pare.
Police do not know the relationship between the driver and passenger of the pick-up truck.
“We are looking at a number of police officers and troopers who discharged and when they discharged, this is going to take several hours because there are multiple officers involved and its going to take some time,” said Pare. '[We're] not sure if there were weapons in the truck, [the] investigation is ongoing."
Suspect Still on the Loose
Assumpico announced at 3 p.m. that troopers are seeking to arrest a Providence man in connection with the theft of the State Police cruiser.
Anyone with information as to the whereabouts of this suspect are asked to call Rhode Island State Police 401-444-1000. Source: GOLOCALPROV
GoLocal has learned that a series of errors by law enforcement led to the shooting of a man and a woman in a pickup truck on 1-95 in front of Providence Place Mall.
The two shot were believed to be tied to an earlier incident related to a prisoner stealing a Rhode Island State Trooper’s cruiser earlier in the day. But, the man and the woman who were shot were not involved in the earlier incident. The unidentified man was killed in the police shooting and the woman is in critical condition.
SEE EXCLUSIVE VIDEO ABOVE
According to multiple law enforcement sources, an unidentified Rhode Island State Trooper transporting a prisoner had his vehicle stolen when he pulled over to investigate an accident on Route 146. The cruiser was stolen by Donald Morgan, age 35, who has no permanent address.
The incident took place at about 9 a.m. and it is unclear why the cruiser was not secured per protocol.
“The trooper was transporting the individual to court this morning and came upon an accident scene, and somewhere along those lines, again it's still being investigated, but the suspect somehow from the rear of the vehicle got into the vehicle, the front of the vehicle, and drove the cruiser,” said Rhode Island State Police Colonel Ann Assumpico.
“It's under investigation but I know the trooper did leave the vehicle for a short time,” said Assumpico.
“Again he was transporting the individual to court, you have to understand, once we come upon an accident, it is our duty to check on the welfare of the person involved. I know the individual was handcuffed,” she added.
The cruiser was recovered shortly afterward, when it was found abandoned in Providence.
When Providence Police and Rhode Island State Police found the abandoned cruiser and sources say they were told by witnesses that the perpetrator had escaped with a white pickup truck.
White Pickup Truck Appears to Be the Only Connection
At a press conference this afternoon held by Providence Police and Rhode Island State Police officials, both Providence Public Safety Commissioner Steve Pare and Assumpico spoke and repeatedly expressed that the two incidents are under investigation.
“We had police officers from Providence and we had troopers from the State Police involved in the shooting, so we had multiple. That's what we are investigating now, so we don’t have a lot of the details,” said Pare.
Pare said at the press release, “We don’t know if it is related to the earlier theft of a police cruiser, at this point, that is what we are putting together as well."
But, GoLocal has learned that there is no relationship other than the misidentification of the vehicle.
“The suspect who is here and shot and killed by police officers has not been identified as far as the relatedness of what precipitated this deadly use of force, we have not determined that,” said Pare.
Suspect Morgan
“We are looking at a number of police officers and troopers who discharged and when they discharged, this is going to take several hours because there are multiple officers involved and its going to take some time,” said Pare. '[We're] not sure if there were weapons in the truck, [the] investigation is ongoing."
Suspect Still on the Loose
Assumpico announced at 3 p.m. that troopers are seeking to arrest a Providence man in connection with the theft of the State Police cruiser.
Anyone with information as to the whereabouts of this suspect are asked to call Rhode Island State Police 401-444-1000. Source: GOLOCALPROV
Wednesday, November 8, 2017
Brick House Restaurant closes in Woonsocket
Posted by Wayne G, Barber
Thank God councilman Richard Fagnant held up their license last Monday at the Woonsocket Town Council annual license renewals !
Sounds like another Vintage Restaurant deal !
WOONSOCKET – A high-end restaurant that opened just six months ago has closed its doors, and the manager says it's because his investor has not held up his end of the bargain.
Brick House, a pub and restaurant that took over a vacant Diamond Hill Road property, opened its doors in April but has now closed, according to General Manager Bobby Vigeant.
Vigeant announced the news in a Facebook post on Wednesday, Nov. 9.
"When my company started this business venture we thought had a partner to handle finances and be the investor," Vigeant wrote. "What we got was a lot of Excuses and little to no money."
The restaurant had taken over the space that once held Plaza Mexico and hired Chef John Baptista formerly of Camille's in Providence. In it's short run, the business was called before the City Council for a liquor hearing after reportedly failing to pay a license fee.
When the City Council took up renewal of licenses for city businesses at their meeting on Monday, it was noted that two liquor distributors had provided noted to the board stating that Brick House owed them money. Councilors noted that the business also owes property taxes, as well as payment on water and sewer bills. Source: Valley Breeze
Thank God councilman Richard Fagnant held up their license last Monday at the Woonsocket Town Council annual license renewals !
Sounds like another Vintage Restaurant deal !
WOONSOCKET – A high-end restaurant that opened just six months ago has closed its doors, and the manager says it's because his investor has not held up his end of the bargain.
Brick House, a pub and restaurant that took over a vacant Diamond Hill Road property, opened its doors in April but has now closed, according to General Manager Bobby Vigeant.
Vigeant announced the news in a Facebook post on Wednesday, Nov. 9.
"When my company started this business venture we thought had a partner to handle finances and be the investor," Vigeant wrote. "What we got was a lot of Excuses and little to no money."
The restaurant had taken over the space that once held Plaza Mexico and hired Chef John Baptista formerly of Camille's in Providence. In it's short run, the business was called before the City Council for a liquor hearing after reportedly failing to pay a license fee.
When the City Council took up renewal of licenses for city businesses at their meeting on Monday, it was noted that two liquor distributors had provided noted to the board stating that Brick House owed them money. Councilors noted that the business also owes property taxes, as well as payment on water and sewer bills. Source: Valley Breeze
Tuesday, October 24, 2017
Morgan Formally Declares for Gov., Says She Will Fight For the Middle Class Up-Front Live
Posted by Wayne G. Barber
Morgan Formally Declares for Gov., Says She Will Fight For the Middle Class on wnri. com UP-Front Live !
Rhode Island House Minority Leader, Patricia Morgan today joined the Up-Front radio program on wnri as she formally announced her campaign for Governor. As a Republican candidate, she is likely to face Cranston Mayor Allan Fung and former State Representative Joe Trillo in the GOP primary in September of 2018.
On the Up-Front radio show hosted by Chris Bouley and Roger Bouchard she talked about her focus on helping all Rhode Islanders. She said she is a fiscal conservative and believes the state needs to meet its budget challenges by cutting the state's budget. She says that under Governor Gina Raimondo the cost of state personnel has increased by tens of millions of dollars. I think 44 million dollars to run the Rhode Island State House per year is getting out of hand when our neighbor State New Hampshire with the same population gets by fine on 18 million to run theirs.
In 2016, she "broke the glass ceiling" by becoming the first female to be elected as minority leader in the Rhode Island state House.
A former educator, businesswoman and military spouse, Morgan announced her intention to seek the Republican nomination with a video released to supporters
Rhode Island House Minority Leader, Patricia Morgan today joined the Up-Front radio program on wnri as she formally announced her campaign for Governor. As a Republican candidate, she is likely to face Cranston Mayor Allan Fung and former State Representative Joe Trillo in the GOP primary in September of 2018.
On the Up-Front radio show hosted by Chris Bouley and Roger Bouchard she talked about her focus on helping all Rhode Islanders. She said she is a fiscal conservative and believes the state needs to meet its budget challenges by cutting the state's budget. She says that under Governor Gina Raimondo the cost of state personnel has increased by tens of millions of dollars. I think 44 million dollars to run the Rhode Island State House per year is getting out of hand when our neighbor State New Hampshire with the same population gets by fine on 18 million to run theirs.
In 2016, she "broke the glass ceiling" by becoming the first female to be elected as minority leader in the Rhode Island state House.
A former educator, businesswoman and military spouse, Morgan announced her intention to seek the Republican nomination with a video released to supporters
Wednesday, October 18, 2017
Is Rhode Island’s Healthcare System Near Collapse?
Posted by Wayne G. Barber
Here are some recent developments in the Rhode Island healthcare system:
Care New England announced on Tuesday that it is closing Memorial Hospital in Pawtucket after its deal with Prime Healthcare collapsed.
Prime Healthcare owns Landmark Hospital in Woonsocket. Presently, Prime is being investigated by the Department of Justice.
Care New England has lost $117 million combined in the past two fiscal years.
Care New England’s proposed sale to Boston-based Partners HealthCare is in question and the failure to sell off the money-losing Memorial only puts the deal at greater risk. In the past year, Memorial lost $23 million. "We agree with and support the steps that Care New England has announced today. We look forward to continuing our due diligence process, which will now include evaluating the impact that Care New England’s new plans for Memorial will have on its overall turnaround plan," said Rich Copp, Vice President of Communications of Partners HealthCare in an email to GoLocal on Tuesday.
Lifespan -- the state’s largest healthcare group -- is trying to reverse its own financial challenges. In 2015, Lifespan lost $9.5 million. In 2016, the financial losses jumped to $29 million.
St. Joseph Health Services pension fund went into receivership and faces a shortfall of tens of millions and over 2,700 pensioners face cuts to their pensions of potentially as much as 40 percent.
VNA of Rhode Island, one of Rhode Island’s oldest home care and hospice providers, based in Warwick, Rhode Island, announced their closure by the end of the calendar year.
Nearly every hospital is impacted, thousands of employees are at risk, and pensions are failing.
This is all before changes to Obamacare have taken place. On Friday, President Donald Trump signed an Executive Order that directs the Department of Health and Human Services, the Treasury, and the Department of Labor to “take action to increase competition, increase choice, and increase access to lower-priced, high-quality healthcare options,” said the President before signing the document. The plan will take the first steps to expand choices and alternatives to Obamacare plans and increase competition to bring down the costs for consumers. Source: GOLOCAL PROV.
Here are some recent developments in the Rhode Island healthcare system:
Care New England announced on Tuesday that it is closing Memorial Hospital in Pawtucket after its deal with Prime Healthcare collapsed.
Prime Healthcare owns Landmark Hospital in Woonsocket. Presently, Prime is being investigated by the Department of Justice.
Care New England has lost $117 million combined in the past two fiscal years.
Care New England’s proposed sale to Boston-based Partners HealthCare is in question and the failure to sell off the money-losing Memorial only puts the deal at greater risk. In the past year, Memorial lost $23 million. "We agree with and support the steps that Care New England has announced today. We look forward to continuing our due diligence process, which will now include evaluating the impact that Care New England’s new plans for Memorial will have on its overall turnaround plan," said Rich Copp, Vice President of Communications of Partners HealthCare in an email to GoLocal on Tuesday.
Lifespan -- the state’s largest healthcare group -- is trying to reverse its own financial challenges. In 2015, Lifespan lost $9.5 million. In 2016, the financial losses jumped to $29 million.
St. Joseph Health Services pension fund went into receivership and faces a shortfall of tens of millions and over 2,700 pensioners face cuts to their pensions of potentially as much as 40 percent.
VNA of Rhode Island, one of Rhode Island’s oldest home care and hospice providers, based in Warwick, Rhode Island, announced their closure by the end of the calendar year.
Nearly every hospital is impacted, thousands of employees are at risk, and pensions are failing.
This is all before changes to Obamacare have taken place. On Friday, President Donald Trump signed an Executive Order that directs the Department of Health and Human Services, the Treasury, and the Department of Labor to “take action to increase competition, increase choice, and increase access to lower-priced, high-quality healthcare options,” said the President before signing the document. The plan will take the first steps to expand choices and alternatives to Obamacare plans and increase competition to bring down the costs for consumers. Source: GOLOCAL PROV.
Wednesday, October 11, 2017
Target Burglars Caught....
Posted by Wayne G. Barber
On October 10th, 2017 Smithfield Police received a call just after midnight for a Break and Enter in progress at the Target store, 371 Putnam Pike. The alarm company advised suspects could be seen in the store on video surveillance. Responding officers surrounded the store and a request was sent out to surrounding police agencies for assistance, as suspects were still believed to be in the store.
Police from Woonsocket, Lincoln, Johnston, North Providence, and Rhode Island State Police arrived on scene to assist in securing the perimeter of the store and conducting a building search. The Smithfield Fire Department also assisted by providing their ladder truck to get police onto the store’s rooftop.
A search of the interior lead police to the roof where two suspects were found hiding in the HVAC system. The investigation revealed that the suspects had cut a hole in the roof, gained entry into the store, pried open the ATM, and took cash from the machine. The suspects then smashed a hole into the wall of CVS Pharmacy located inside Target. The suspects then obtained controlled substances from the pharmacy and attempted to flee.
Arrested were, Liridon Gashi, age 32 of 2300 Olinville Avenue #15 A Bronx, New York and Epirot Krasniqi, age 26 of 240 Ocean Parkway #5 H Brooklyn, New York. Both are charged with 2 counts of Breaking and Entering of a Business, Larceny over $1500, Larceny of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Burglary Tools, Crimes against Pharmacies, and Conspiracy. Police believe other suspects were involved and are investigating similar incidents throughout the region, as these other incidents may be related.
On October 10th, 2017 Smithfield Police received a call just after midnight for a Break and Enter in progress at the Target store, 371 Putnam Pike. The alarm company advised suspects could be seen in the store on video surveillance. Responding officers surrounded the store and a request was sent out to surrounding police agencies for assistance, as suspects were still believed to be in the store. Police from Woonsocket, Lincoln, Johnston, North Providence, and Rhode Island State Police arrived on scene to assist in securing the perimeter of the store and conducting a building search. The Smithfield Fire Department also assisted by providing their ladder truck to get police onto the store’s rooftop.
A search of the interior lead police to the roof where two suspects were found hiding in the HVAC system. The investigation revealed that the suspects had cut a hole in the roof, gained entry into the store, pried open the ATM, and took cash from the machine. The suspects then smashed a hole into the wall of CVS Pharmacy located inside Target. The suspects then obtained controlled substances from the pharmacy and attempted to flee.
Arrested were, Liridon Gashi, age 32 of 2300 Olinville Avenue #15 A Bronx, New York and Epirot Krasniqi, age 26 of 240 Ocean Parkway #5 H Brooklyn, New York. Both are charged with 2 counts of Breaking and Entering of a Business, Larceny over $1500, Larceny of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Burglary Tools, Crimes against Pharmacies, and Conspiracy. Police believe other suspects were involved and are investigating similar incidents throughout the region, as these other incidents may be related.
Thursday, October 5, 2017
Wednesday, October 4, 2017
Elevated levels of toxic chemical found in Burrillville public well
Posted by Wayne G. Barber
BURRILLVILLE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Concerned residents packed a meeting at the Burrillville Police Department Tuesday night, after water tests at the Oakland Association public well on Victory Highway came back with elevated levels of a chemical called PFAS.
One sample taken last month showed more than one and a half times the EPA's health advisory level.
Making matters worse, residents were not notified until three days after the results came back.
The chemical has been linked to cancer and autoimmune issues.
"It's a chemical that we don't want anyone to be exposed to, but the health effects are most significant for pregnant women and for their fetuses," said Joseph Wendelken of the Rhode Island Department of Health.
Oakland Association customers, as well as private well owners within a quarter-mile radius of that public well, are being told not to drink or cook with the water. Boiling it will actually concentrate the chemical, making the problem worse.
In the meantime, the state will be testing the affected wells free of charge.
Officials are now investigating where the PFAS came from.
"Researchers have identified a couple different types of sources that could be in play, sometimes it's old industrial sites, sometimes it's chemicals that are used in firefighting," said Wendelken.
Once that's done, they'll look at options for treating the water to make it safe.
"People were concerned, but they were also willing to listen to the answers that we're given, and I think they're trusting of what the town is doing and what DEM is doing and what DOH is doing to solve this issue," said Maj. Dennis Leahey of the Burrillville Police Department.
The town is providing safe drinking water to affected residents.
You can pick it up at the Burrillville Police Department or the Harrisville Fire Department.
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One sample taken last month showed more than one and a half times the EPA's health advisory level.Making matters worse, residents were not notified until three days after the results came back.
The chemical has been linked to cancer and autoimmune issues.
"It's a chemical that we don't want anyone to be exposed to, but the health effects are most significant for pregnant women and for their fetuses," said Joseph Wendelken of the Rhode Island Department of Health.
Oakland Association customers, as well as private well owners within a quarter-mile radius of that public well, are being told not to drink or cook with the water. Boiling it will actually concentrate the chemical, making the problem worse.
In the meantime, the state will be testing the affected wells free of charge.
Officials are now investigating where the PFAS came from.
"Researchers have identified a couple different types of sources that could be in play, sometimes it's old industrial sites, sometimes it's chemicals that are used in firefighting," said Wendelken.
Once that's done, they'll look at options for treating the water to make it safe.
"People were concerned, but they were also willing to listen to the answers that we're given, and I think they're trusting of what the town is doing and what DEM is doing and what DOH is doing to solve this issue," said Maj. Dennis Leahey of the Burrillville Police Department.
The town is providing safe drinking water to affected residents.
You can pick it up at the Burrillville Police Department or the Harrisville Fire Department.
Source: WLNE Facebook Share
Photo Credit: WLNE
Saturday, September 30, 2017
Leading Invenergy Opponent Roselli Declares for Gov. Against Raimondo in Primary
Posted by Wayne G. Barber
Paul Roselli, one of the leading opponents of the proposed Invenergy power plant, today announced on GoLocal LIVE that he will primary Gina Raimondo in the Democratic primary in September of 2018.
"I am running for Governor -- Raimondo has ignored 'ordinary citizens,'" said Roselli.
Raimondo is expected to seek reelection in 2018 for Governor.
About Roselli
Roselli is a graduate of LaSalle Academy and earned two degrees from the University of Rhode Island. Professionally, he is a documentary maker and involved in environmental education.
Roselli stands in stark contrast to Raimondo — he being a populist, progressive, and Raimondo often tied to Wall Street interests due to her career as a venture capitalist and her fundraising from New York business interests.
Roselli, who initially filed as an independent, changed to Democrat. "I realized I wanted to be able to face-off against [Raimondo] more," said Roselli. "This is about her taking the Invenergy check out in Chicago."
Request for comment from Raimondo’s campaign was not responded to at a time of publication.
Source: GoLocal Prov.
Paul Roselli, one of the leading opponents of the proposed Invenergy power plant, today announced on GoLocal LIVE that he will primary Gina Raimondo in the Democratic primary in September of 2018.
"I am running for Governor -- Raimondo has ignored 'ordinary citizens,'" said Roselli.
Raimondo is expected to seek reelection in 2018 for Governor.
About Roselli
Roselli is a graduate of LaSalle Academy and earned two degrees from the University of Rhode Island. Professionally, he is a documentary maker and involved in environmental education.
Roselli stands in stark contrast to Raimondo — he being a populist, progressive, and Raimondo often tied to Wall Street interests due to her career as a venture capitalist and her fundraising from New York business interests.
Roselli, who initially filed as an independent, changed to Democrat. "I realized I wanted to be able to face-off against [Raimondo] more," said Roselli. "This is about her taking the Invenergy check out in Chicago."
Request for comment from Raimondo’s campaign was not responded to at a time of publication.
Source: GoLocal Prov.
Friday, September 29, 2017
Friday, September 15, 2017
Wednesday, September 13, 2017
Helping Hand for our fellow Americans....
- Pascoag Utility's own Chris Piccardi and Doug Menard in Orlando Florida to help out with Hurricane Irma restoration. Chris and Doug volunteered for this assign...ment when a mutual aid request went out to all public power utilities across the U.S. to help support our public power brethren in the Southeast. Our crew will be down there for two weeks. If the Orlando Utilities Commission requires help after two weeks, we will fly two more crew members down to relieve Chris and Doug.
DEM, DOH Report Finding of West Nile Virus in Mosquito Sample
Posted by Wayne G. Barber
Public Reminded to Guard against Mosquito Bites
PROVIDENCE - The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) and the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) today announced a mosquito sample collected on Tuesday, September 5 in Warren has tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV). This is the third finding of WNV in Rhode Island this year; the first occurred in Warren on Monday, August 7 and the second occurred in Barrington on Tuesday, August 15. The remaining 85 mosquito samples from traps set on the 5th tested negative for both WNV and Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE).
The positive finding is not unexpected. Mosquito-borne diseases are more prevalent in late summer and early fall, and risk typically lasts until the first frost. Personal protection is the first line of defense against mosquitoes that may carry WNV, EEE, or other diseases – and the most effective way to avoid infection. Throughout the summer season, the public is encouraged to:
• Remove anything around your house and yard that collects water; just one cup of water can produce hundreds of mosquitoes.
• Clean gutters and downspouts to ensure proper drainage, and repair holes in window screens.
• Remove any water from unused swimming pools, wading pools, boats, planters, trash and recycling bins, tires, and anything else that collects water, and cover them.
• Change the water in birdbaths at least two times a week, and rinse out birdbaths once a week.
• Use EPA-approved bug spray with one of the following active ingredients: DEET (20-30% strength), picaridin, IR3535, and oil of lemon eucalyptus or para-menthane-diol. Do not use bug spray on infants under 1 year of age.
• Minimize outdoor activity at dawn and at dusk when mosquitoes are most active.
• Put insect netting over strollers and playpens.
• Wear long sleeves and long pants whenever possible, particularly if you are outdoors during dawn and dusk.
To date, in Rhode Island, there have been three findings of EEE in mosquito samples. There are no confirmed human cases of EEE in Rhode Island. However, because summer and fall are peak seasons for mosquito-borne disease transmission to people, Rhode Islanders should be aware of the symptoms of EEE. Severe cases of EEE (involving encephalitis, an inflammation of the brain) begin with the sudden onset of a headache, high fever, chills, and vomiting. If you think you or a family member may have EEE, it is important to consult your healthcare provider for proper diagnosis.
Horses are particularly susceptible to WNV and EEE. Horse owners are advised to vaccinate their animals early in the season and practice the following:
• Remove or cover areas where standing water can collect.
• Avoid putting animals outside at dawn, dusk or during the night when mosquitoes are most active.
• Insect proof facilities where possible and use approved repellants frequently.
• Monitor animals for symptoms of fever and/or neurological signs (such as stumbling, depression, loss of appetite) and report all suspicious cases to a veterinarian immediately. If you are unsure if your horse is properly vaccinated you should consult with your veterinarian.
• Horses are the most susceptible domestic animal, but other, less common species such as ratites (emus, ostriches, etc.) and camelids (alpacas and llamas) are occasionally infected. Owners of ratites and camelids should consult with their veterinarian regarding vaccination of their animals.
Mosquitoes are trapped weekly by DEM and tested at the RIDOH State Health Laboratories. The RIDOH State Health Laboratories have recently changed their testing methodology to use a more sensitive testing method which may account for an increase in positive results going forward. DEM issues advisories on test results from late June through September, with additional reports as necessary. Test results are pending for traps set on Monday, September 11 and will be included in future announcements. Typically positive mosquito test results will trigger additional trapping to assess risk.
Visit health.ri.gov/mosquito for additional mosquito prevention tips and for local data. For more information about DEM divisions and programs, visitwww.dem.ri.gov. Follow us on Twitter (@RhodeIslandDEM) and/or Facebook atwww.facebook.com/RhodeIslandDEM for timely updates
Friday, September 8, 2017
Benny's To Close All Stores:
Posted by Wayne G. Barber
Benny's To Close All Stores: News Sources
MIDDLETOWN, RI— Benny's will close all 35 stores in Rhode Island, Massachusetts and Connecticut, ABC6 News and WPRI-TV are reporting.
For the company, Arnold Bromberg released a statement saying the family will miss the employees. Some 715 people will be out of a job when the 31 stores close by the end of December. Of those 186 are full-time. He cited the family's desire to retire and the changing retail climate as the reasons for the decision.
WPRI-TV 12 reported the announcement, which was made Friday afternoon, came as a surprise.
Benny's To Close All Stores: News Sources
MIDDLETOWN, RI— Benny's will close all 35 stores in Rhode Island, Massachusetts and Connecticut, ABC6 News and WPRI-TV are reporting.
For the company, Arnold Bromberg released a statement saying the family will miss the employees. Some 715 people will be out of a job when the 31 stores close by the end of December. Of those 186 are full-time. He cited the family's desire to retire and the changing retail climate as the reasons for the decision.
WPRI-TV 12 reported the announcement, which was made Friday afternoon, came as a surprise.
Wednesday, September 6, 2017
South Main Street, Pascoag , RI is Buzzing !
Posted by Wayne G. Barber & Photos by Wayne G. Barber
New affordable housing project on South Main Street in Pascoag, RI. is moving right along on schedule.
New affordable housing project on South Main Street in Pascoag, RI. is moving right along on schedule.
Saturday, September 2, 2017
Work in Progress in Pascoag, RI
Posted by Wayne G. Barber & Photos by Wayne G. Barber
New downtown Pascoag, RI is well underway and should be all closed in before winter. New business , new tenants and a general buzz in town. 3 choices of utility. Gas, Oil or Electric and more services for our residents.
New downtown Pascoag, RI is well underway and should be all closed in before winter. New business , new tenants and a general buzz in town. 3 choices of utility. Gas, Oil or Electric and more services for our residents.
Tuesday, August 29, 2017
United States Flags at Half Staff
Posted by Wayne G. Barber
The Governor has ordered all State buildings flags half mast on Monday.
PROVIDENCE, RI — Gov. Gina Raimondo has ordered U.S. and Rhode Island flags to be flown at half-staff at all state facilities and buildings in honor of North Smithfield native Spc. Matthew Turcotte, her office said Monday. The flags will be lowered beginning Monday, Aug. 28 and will return to full staff at sunrise on the day of interment.
"Matthew Turcotte was a dedicated soldier who gave his life in service of our nation. Rhode Islanders honor his sacrifice and incredible patriotism," said Governor Raimondo. "We send our prayers and condolences to his family during this difficult time."
PROVIDENCE, RI — Gov. Gina Raimondo has ordered U.S. and Rhode Island flags to be flown at half-staff at all state facilities and buildings in honor of North Smithfield native Spc. Matthew Turcotte, her office said Monday. The flags will be lowered beginning Monday, Aug. 28 and will return to full staff at sunrise on the day of interment.
"Matthew Turcotte was a dedicated soldier who gave his life in service of our nation. Rhode Islanders honor his sacrifice and incredible patriotism," said Governor Raimondo. "We send our prayers and condolences to his family during this difficult time."
Thursday, August 24, 2017
Powerball Winner from Chicopee, Massachusetts
Posted by Wayne G. Barber
A small neighborhood convenience store Pride Station & Store on Montgomery Street in Chicopee sold the winning Powerball ticket for a $758.7 million jackpot, the second largest lottery prize in US history.
A small neighborhood convenience store Pride Station & Store on Montgomery Street in Chicopee sold the winning Powerball ticket for a $758.7 million jackpot, the second largest lottery prize in US history.
The numbers for the prize, chosen in Wednesday night’s drawing, are 6, 7, 16, 23, and 26, with a Powerball number of 4. The winning ticket in the millions was sold at the Handy Variety convenience store in Watertown.
Officials said six other tickets won $2 million apiece, and there are 34 others worth $1 million. Two of those $1 million tickets were also sold in Massachusetts: one at Sandy’s Variety Store on Washington Street in Dorchester,
.Wednesday, August 23, 2017
PUC Approves Electric Rate Increase
Posted by Wayne G. Barber
National Grid will be allowed a 53 percent electric rate increase. The Public Utilities Commission today voted to approve the utility company's request. The company said the increase is due to auction rates locked in three years ago. It applies to the "supply side" of the bill only and would mean a total increase between 16 and 18 percent for the average customer. However, the actual increase will also depend on usage. This will not effect Pascoag Utility District customers.
National Grid will be allowed a 53 percent electric rate increase. The Public Utilities Commission today voted to approve the utility company's request. The company said the increase is due to auction rates locked in three years ago. It applies to the "supply side" of the bill only and would mean a total increase between 16 and 18 percent for the average customer. However, the actual increase will also depend on usage. This will not effect Pascoag Utility District customers.
Thursday, August 17, 2017
FREE TREES AVAILABLE TO HOMEOWNERS THIS FALL
Posted by Wayne G. Barber
Registration for popular program that helps
Rhode Islanders save energy, money opens August 21st
PROVIDENCE – The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is teaming up once again with the Arbor Day Foundation, Rhode Island Tree Council, and the Rhode Island Nursery and Landscape Association to give away 1,000 trees as part of the State’s Energy-Saving Trees Program. The Program helps homeowners conserve energy and reduce utility costs while beautifying their neighborhood.
"We’re excited to join with the Arbor Day Foundation and our local partners again this fall to offer free trees to Rhode Islanders,” said DEM Director Janet Coit. “This program is extremely popular and most trees are spoken for within days of registration opening - so be sure to register early! Planting a tree is a great way for homeowners to reduce their monthly expenses while promoting a healthier environment and creating a beautiful memory with their families.”
Trees play an important role in cooling streets and homes, filtering air, and reducing stormwater pollution. The trees distributed under the Energy-Saving Trees Program are approximately four to six feet tall and will be distributed in three-gallon containers for easy transport. The Rhode Island Tree Council will provide planting and care instruction to homeowners – as well as guidance on how to maximize energy-savings. When planted properly, a single mature tree can save $30 annually in heating and cooling costs.
Registration opens on August 21 and is required in order to reserve a tree. Supplies go fast, so early registration is recommended. For more information and/or to register for the program, visit www.arborday.org/RIDEM. Trees can be picked up during one of the following pick-up events:
Saturday, September 9 (9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.)
Colt State Park, Route 114, Bristol
Saturday, September 16 (9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.)
Coastal Growers Market, 2325 Boston Neck Road, Saunderstown
Saturday, September 23 (9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.)
Hope Street Farmers Market, 1051 Blackstone Boulevard, Providence
Saturday, October 7 (9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.)
RI Tree Council Headquarters, 2953 Hartford Avenue, Johnston
For more information on DEM's programs and divisions, visit www.dem.ri.gov or follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/RhodeIslandDEM or via Twitter (@RhodeIslandDEM).
Thursday, August 10, 2017
Monday, August 7, 2017
Thursday, August 3, 2017
Governor Raimondo’s Security Detail Tops More than $1.2 Million
Posted by Wayne G. Barber
Drive by Governor Gina Raimondo’s house on the East Side of Providence late at night, and outside each evening will be parked a Rhode Island State Trooper sitting in an unmarked SUV, or in a State Police vehicle.
Raimondo is the first Governor in Rhode Island to request 24-hour security coverage -- at more than $40,000 per monthly in security costs. Under previous administrations, governors received 24-hour protection for limited periods of time. Governor Bruce Sundlun received full-time coverage after his administration closed the credit unions in 1991, during the banking crisis. In addition, on a few occasions, Governor Donald Carcieri had round-the-clock coverage due to specific security threats.
However, no governor has had it 24/7 - until now.
A GoLocal investigation found that the taxpayer cost of providing security for Raimondo has totaled $1,269,431, since her taking office --from January 1, 2015, through June 24, 2017.
An Access to Public Records Act (APRA) request by GoLocal secured the security costs, including 29-pages of overtime sheets from the Rhode Island State Police. Raimondo's office refused repeated requests for comment.
The costs break down into two categories - the budgeted cost of the Governor’s security detail and the additional cost of the overtime.
Over the past two-and-a-half-years, the Governor’s security units’ salary from January 6, 2015, to the date of the request for the documents, June 24, 2017, included payments to seven different State Troopers.
Seven members of the State Police have been assigned to Raimondo’s day-time security for her tenure. Under previous governors — from Ed DiPrete to Lincoln Chafee, just two officers were assigned, and other troopers would be assigned for vacations.
The top paid trooper is Lt. Paul Sikorsky — his net salary during the period of Raimondo’s tenure is just under $300,000 ($299,494.15) over the two-and-a-half years.
Major Timothy Sanzi of the Rhode Island State Police said that Raimondo faces a “wide variety of potential threats.”
State Police Officer Steven Haynes’ time was valued at $110,352.22 — he also worked on Governor Lincoln Chafee’s detail, but Chafee’s detail was confined to only daytime assignments. The only time Chafee was staffed 24/7 by the Rhode Island State Police was during out-of-state travel or during an emergency period, such as natural disasters or blizzards.
Other members of the State Police:
Michael Doherty’s time was valued at $53,399.30.
Brent Wilks: $57,086.46
Peter Filuminia: $33,545.23
Kimberly Pitts-Wiley: $7,810.38
Erik Mills: $7,810.38
Source: GOLOCALPROV.COM
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| Police Unions are very happy, Photo credit GOLOCALPROV.COM |
Raimondo is the first Governor in Rhode Island to request 24-hour security coverage -- at more than $40,000 per monthly in security costs. Under previous administrations, governors received 24-hour protection for limited periods of time. Governor Bruce Sundlun received full-time coverage after his administration closed the credit unions in 1991, during the banking crisis. In addition, on a few occasions, Governor Donald Carcieri had round-the-clock coverage due to specific security threats.
However, no governor has had it 24/7 - until now.
A GoLocal investigation found that the taxpayer cost of providing security for Raimondo has totaled $1,269,431, since her taking office --from January 1, 2015, through June 24, 2017.
An Access to Public Records Act (APRA) request by GoLocal secured the security costs, including 29-pages of overtime sheets from the Rhode Island State Police. Raimondo's office refused repeated requests for comment.
The costs break down into two categories - the budgeted cost of the Governor’s security detail and the additional cost of the overtime.
Over the past two-and-a-half-years, the Governor’s security units’ salary from January 6, 2015, to the date of the request for the documents, June 24, 2017, included payments to seven different State Troopers.
Seven members of the State Police have been assigned to Raimondo’s day-time security for her tenure. Under previous governors — from Ed DiPrete to Lincoln Chafee, just two officers were assigned, and other troopers would be assigned for vacations.
The top paid trooper is Lt. Paul Sikorsky — his net salary during the period of Raimondo’s tenure is just under $300,000 ($299,494.15) over the two-and-a-half years.Major Timothy Sanzi of the Rhode Island State Police said that Raimondo faces a “wide variety of potential threats.”
State Police Officer Steven Haynes’ time was valued at $110,352.22 — he also worked on Governor Lincoln Chafee’s detail, but Chafee’s detail was confined to only daytime assignments. The only time Chafee was staffed 24/7 by the Rhode Island State Police was during out-of-state travel or during an emergency period, such as natural disasters or blizzards.
Other members of the State Police:
Michael Doherty’s time was valued at $53,399.30.
Brent Wilks: $57,086.46
Peter Filuminia: $33,545.23
Kimberly Pitts-Wiley: $7,810.38
Erik Mills: $7,810.38
Source: GOLOCALPROV.COM
Thank God, we live in the Country...
Posted by Wayne G. Barber & Photos Property of Wayne G. Barber
As long as I still have my health I truly enjoy a fresh summertime country breakfast after a heavy thunderstorm replenished our earth. Yes, barefoot at 66 in the cool moist grass and clover and hand pick our 6 varieties of blueberries and our local honey on some oatmeal with a piping cup of Maxwell House Coffee, half and half, no sugar and listen to the many wild animals (Garter Snake) under the bird net and (Chipmunks) that I share my Strawberries, Rasberries and Blueberries with and birds from the many bird feeders in our part of the woods. No cell phone in sight and take in the moist air,give thanks for all that we have in our Great Country. We all have many choices in our journey and I am very happy with the one's I have made. Wayne
As long as I still have my health I truly enjoy a fresh summertime country breakfast after a heavy thunderstorm replenished our earth. Yes, barefoot at 66 in the cool moist grass and clover and hand pick our 6 varieties of blueberries and our local honey on some oatmeal with a piping cup of Maxwell House Coffee, half and half, no sugar and listen to the many wild animals (Garter Snake) under the bird net and (Chipmunks) that I share my Strawberries, Rasberries and Blueberries with and birds from the many bird feeders in our part of the woods. No cell phone in sight and take in the moist air,give thanks for all that we have in our Great Country. We all have many choices in our journey and I am very happy with the one's I have made. Wayne
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