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News from July 2022

Brown epidemiologist breaks down ‘forever chemicals’ and the research on their health effects

By Press release submission | Jul 31, 2022

For nearly two decades, Brown University Associate Professor of Epidemiology Joseph Braun has been studying the human health effects, from before conception through adolescence, of exposure to environmental pollutants. Through interdisciplinary, multi-institution research projects, Braun and his collaborators measure levels of exposure and analyze associations with a range of different disorders and health issues, from those that may be experienced by individuals to those that can be passed along through genes to children.

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Kent County Times area weekly mass times

By Kent County Times | Jul 30, 2022

The following parishes in the Kent County Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

For incoming first-year URI student, a wish granted

By Press release submission | Jul 30, 2022

When Meghan Jeffrey was first approached by Make-A-Wish Massachusetts and Rhode Island three years ago, she planned to use her wish on a family trip to Hawaii.

CCRI selected by Amazon as an Education Partner for Career Choice Program

By Press release submission | Jul 29, 2022

Today, the Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI) announced it has been selected as an education partner for Amazon’s Career Choice program, providing Amazon’s hourly employees access to the college’s more than 90 certificate or degree programs in high-wage, high-demand industries including healthcare, business, IT, cybersecurity, and education, among others. CCRI is the first and currently only college or university in Rhode Island that is an Amazon Career Choice partner.

Daniel Roxbury Named to Providence Business News 40 Under Forty List

By Press release submission | Jul 28, 2022

University of Rhode Island professor Daniel Roxbury has been named to the Providence Business News 40 Under Forty list.

Warwick Sewer Authority Board Meeting on August 25

By Press release submission | Jul 27, 2022

Warwick Sewer Authority Board Meeting on August 25

Caitlin Gavin Bliss

By Press release submission | Jul 27, 2022

Caitlin (Gavin) Bliss is considered the greatest women’s lacrosse player in Rhode Island College history. As a center from 2004-07, she was a four-time First Team All-Little East Conference selection and was named the league’s Co-Offensive Player of the Year as a senior in 2007. Bliss was also an All-New England and All-LEC midfielder for RIC’s women’s soccer team

Cigar Business Networking At Night in Rhode Island – Monday August 1st, 2022

By Press release submission | Jul 26, 2022

If you’re looking to grow your network in Rhode Island and Massachusetts, then the best way to get known is to attend business networking events (Some great events are Rhode Island Business Networking).

Brown researchers aim to save lives by testing illicit drugs for secret, often-deadly ingredients

By Press release submission | Jul 26, 2022

In a toxicology lab at Rhode Island Hospital in Providence, a team of Brown University researchers has been testing samples labeled “biohazard” to discover the precise nature of their toxicity. The bags contain drug residue from discarded drug paraphernalia collected from harm reduction organizations in local communities.

Warwick Sewer Finance Committee meeting on August 16

By Press release submission | Jul 25, 2022

Warwick Sewer Finance Committee meeting on August 16

2002 Eastern Connecticut Baseball Team

By Press release submission | Jul 25, 2022

The 2002 season was one of the most successful in the storied history of the Eastern Connecticut State University Baseball Team, which posted an overall record of 39-11-1 on its way to winning the 2002 NCAA Division III National Championship, which was the fourth in program history.

Fall 2022 applications break records at URI

By Press release submission | Jul 24, 2022

Receiving more than 25,400 applications for a place in the fall 2022 class, the University of Rhode Island once again broke its record for first-year applications. This year’s applications surpassed last year’s record of slightly more than 25,100.

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Kent County Times area weekly mass times

By Kent County Times | Jul 23, 2022

The following parishes in the Kent County Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

UMass Boston's Amalfi Inks Professional Contract With Toronto Blue Jays

By Press release submission | Jul 23, 2022

Junior righty Alex Amalfi has become the third player in UMass Boston baseball history to sign a deal with a Major League Baseball organization. Amalfi, who was an undrafted free agent, signed with the Toronto Blue Jays earlier today in Florida.

Eat chocolate, get healthier?

By Press release submission | Jul 22, 2022

The medicinal properties of chocolate, and cocoa in particular, have long been lauded, from their positive effects on blood clotting and the immune system, to the psychological benefits of improved concentration and increased endorphins. Writings from as far back as the 1600s describe using cocoa, which translates from Greek to “food of the gods,” for stimulating healthy spleen and digestive functions.

Communication students team with Fidelity for unique project-based learning collaboration

By Press release submission | Jul 21, 2022

Students in the Community College of Rhode Island’s Communication and Film/Media program experienced the opportunity of a lifetime this past spring thanks to a first-of-its-kind project-based learning collaboration with Fidelity Investments.

New medical school enrichment course offers local high school students a taste of medicine

By Press release submission | Jul 20, 2022

School may be out for the summer, but for a group of local high school students, medical education is in full swing — at least for one special week.

City of Providence Announces New Technical Assistance Program for Providence Small Businesses

By Press release submission | Jul 20, 2022

Mayor Jorge O. Elorza and the City of Providence Office of Economic Opportunity today announced a new technical assistance program designed to help Providence-based small businesses, especially microbusinesses with fewer than ten employees, expand their business knowledge and build their existing business. Businesses can receive assistance with loan applications, accounting and finance, graphic design, social media, marketing and human resources support, as well as other areas of business development

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Participating Kent County Ace Hardware stores offering 20% off select Craftsman tools through July

By Kent County Times | Jul 19, 2022

As well as offering great deals, Craftsman will donate $100,000 to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.

Summer Rep returns as Players put a new twist on classic Shakespeare with Shrew

By Press release submission | Jul 19, 2022

For the first time in more than two years, the Community College of Rhode Island Players relaunch their Summer Repertory theater season tomorrow night at the Knight Campus’ Bobby Hackett Theatre.