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2024 farmers markets in RI: 40 markets in the state's 39 cities and towns
WARWICK – Farmers markets in Rhode Island draw a pretty loyal following, especially among shoppers looking for the freshest foods available. "I try to come to this one every week," Xenia Murphy said recently as she picked up produce from Saunderstown's Lucky Foot Ranch at the farmers market in Goddard Memorial State Park. "I love the fact that everything is local and the fact that it's not wrapped in plastic." ...
Pet refuge, North Kingstown, R.I. helping save lives of cats in need
Studio10’s Christina Erne is meeting with Pet Refuge, a no-kill cat animal shelter in North Kingstown, R.I. In this segment, we learn about the amazing work they do to help save cats in need. We hear the inspiring story behind Citrus the cat, who was found with a hole in her heart.
Fishing pier at Fort Wetherill State Park closed due to sinkholes. What to know.
JAMESTOWN – Sinkholes and a deteriorating bulkhead have prompted the state Department of Environmental Management to close a popular fishing pier at Fort Wetherill State Park to the public. The pier, located behind the Division of Marine Fisheries building at Fort Wetherill, was closed indefinitely on Friday. In a...
New to hiking? Here's how to stay safe and comfortable on the trails in RI
Editor's note: Rhode Island has plenty of woods, nature preserves and urban trails to explore. If you're new to hiking, here are some basic tips from Walking Rhode Island columnist John Kostrzewa to help you stay safe and comfortable and learn to navigate the trails as you explore the Ocean State on foot. Another handy resource for your backpack is John's book, "Walking Rhode Island: 40 Hikes for Nature and History Lovers with Pictures, GPS Coordinates, and Trail Maps."
For Lisa Tener, writing is a chance to breath life into the world
NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. — Lisa Tener stands on her deck in Saunderstown, facing the serene surroundings of her home and gracefully practicing qigong. This mindful movement practice, drawn from ancient Chinese traditions, is one of the many tools she uses to enhance creativity and focus in writing.
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