Small business owners across Rhode Island are trying to cope with the operational restrictions imposed by Governor Raimondo during the coronavirus outbreak. The Public’s Radio reporter Joe Tasca spoke with Jill Chomowicz about the challenges she’s facing as the proprietor of ReReads Bookshop in Westerly.
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Superintendent: No New Cases Reported At Westerly School
The superintendent of public schools in Westerly said state health officials have not notified him of any new cases at the elementary school where a student tested positive for COVID-19 earlier this month.
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It’s “A Critical Time” For RI Food Pantries
People losing their jobs today because of the COVID-19 crisis could be people in need of food assistance tomorrow. And that has food pantries in Rhode Island bracing for a wave of new clients.
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Churches Serve Congregations Online During Coronavirus Pandemic
Several churches across Rhode Island are conducting services online during the coronavirus outbreak. One local priest says it’s allowing his parish to connect with people in a unique way.
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Police Chief Says Two Westerly Children Have Recovered From COVID-19
The two children who tested positive for coronavirus last week in Westerly have both recovered, Police Chief Shawn Lacey announced at a news conference Friday.
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Westerly Pianist Faces Uncertainty During Coronavirus Outbreak
The coronavirus pandemic has affected many local artists and musicians. Michael Chicoria is a Westerly pianist who performs at music venues and teaches private lessons. He spoke with The Public’s Radio reporter Joe Tasca about the challenges he’s facing.
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Westerly Guitar Duo Performs St. Patrick's Day Show on Facebook
With St. Patrick’s Day celebrations being cancelled because of the coronavirus outbreak, a guitar duo from Westerly used Facebook to help people enjoy some Irish cheer last night.
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In Westerly, COVID-19 Cases Disrupt Business As Usual
Activity slowed down significantly in Westerly over the weekend, the town where two children tested positive for COVID-19 this past week.
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Westerly Eyes Improvements To Fish Passage On Wild And Scenic Pawcatuck River
The town of Westerly could hear back by the end of the month on the status of a federal grant proposal that could eventually lead to the removal of a controversial dam on the state’s only National Wild and Scenic river system.
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DCYF Seeks Foster Families In Westerly
In the last year, Rhode Island took custody of 44 children in Westerly who had to leave their homes for safety reasons. The state’s Department of Children, Youth, and Families spokesman, Adam Williams, said that’s why his office is kicking off a new campaign to recruit foster parents in town. “These children who are in […]
