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Roosa Fund announces 2019 grant awards
Sat, Apr 4
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The following was submitted by the Roosa Fund of Block Island Ecumenical Ministries, Inc.
The Roosa Fund, a charitable fund sponsored by Block Island Ecumenical Ministries, is pleased to announce the awards made through its grant program in 2019, and the schedule of board meetings and...
How to make a homemade face mask
Renée Meyer
Fri, Apr 3
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Features
Should you wear a facemask? So far, the recommendation for the general public has been no. But that may change. On Tuesday, March 31, all indications pointed to the CDC reversing its previous recommendation that people not wear masks. Arguments against wearing masks include the possibility of...
New podcast on health and wellness
Lars Trodson,
at
ltrodson@blockislandtimes.com
Fri, Apr 3
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Alison Warfel, the Operations Chief and Director of Wellness and Risk Reduction at the Block Island Medical Center, and Island Free Library Director Kristin Baumann have teamed up to create a new podcast on health and wellness. The podcast is called “Waking Up Well” and will be available on...
National to delay 2020 opening
Lars Trodson,
at
ltrodson@blockislandtimes.com
Fri, Apr 3
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Features
The National Hotel will postpone its 2020 season opening out of an abundance of caution. General Manager Julie Fuller, who has worked at the hotel for the past 37 years, said, “Right now we’re pushing back everything. We’re taking this one day at a time trying to stay healthy. We can’t bring people...
Mudslide dreaming
Fri, Apr 3
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The following was sent in by reader Irene Hopkins:
Ode to a Banana Mudslide Afternoon
I'm anticipating the afternoon when I am salty and sandy, after spending the day at the beach amongst the children, the dogs, and the girls in their itsy bitsy bikinis. That afternoon when I can...
A mover and shaker: Gloria Redlich
Rosemary Connelli,
at
rconnelli@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Apr 2
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Features
Block Island has so many people to celebrate, we’ve extended Women’s History Month into April. Here’s a profile of Gloria Redlich, Senior Coordinator for the Senior Advisory Committee, in her own words:
My first visit to Block Island was on a date with Harold (eventually my husband). When...
A butterfly built by an island
Rosemary Connelli,
at
rconnelli@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Apr 2
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News
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Features
Don’t be alarmed if you see a huge butterfly fluttering at Ball O’Brien Park this summer. Island resident Sue Black has been pushing for a fiber art installation that will be a collaboration between a New York artist and the entire Block Island community. The project, coined “On Island Fiber Arts:...
Medical Center Information
Thu, Apr 2
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Features
This week’s message from the Block Island Medical Center:
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to spread and threaten the health of our community. Our best defense is to continue to follow the guidance from the CDC, the R.I. Department of Health and reinforced by our local Town Emergency...
Sidewalk, Cherry Hill Lane projects on hold
Lars Trodson,
at
ltrodson@blockislandtimes.com
Sat, Mar 28
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Features
During the Town Council’s discussion on the provisions of its new Emergency Ordinance, Councilor Sven Risom asked if the cancelling of building permits would halt two large-scale projects — the new sidewalk on West Side Road and the Cherry Hill Lane subdivision — and First Warden Ken Lacoste...
Healthy kids inside & out
Island Free Library
Sat, Mar 28
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Healthy Kids Inside & Out continues for its second year at the Island Free Library — attracting both kids and adults. The Friday program starts each week at 10:30 a.m. with an outdoor adventure with the Nature Conservancy’s Naturalist Kim Gaffett. First things first, we feed the birds. Bird...
Walk for Health at the Island Free Library
Island Free Library
Fri, Mar 27
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The Island Free Library is in the second year of our Walk for Health program. You may have even heard of the Walking Program at the library, or know one of our participants. The program, while not exactly static, takes place daily in the lower level program rooms. Walk for Health is akin to low to...
Medical Center information
Fri, Mar 27
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Features
Dear Block Island Community,
The Town of New Shoreham updated the Emergency Ordinance on March 23 to protect the public health, safety and welfare of the community from COVID-19. A shelter in place order went into effect Tuesday, March 24 at 5 p.m. The Emergency Declaration is in effect...
Making online learning a little more festive
Lars Trodson,
at
ltrodson@blockislandtimes.com
Fri, Mar 27
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Features
It was the day before online classes were to begin, and the staff at the Block Island School were ready on a Sunday morning to hand out the technology and other learning materials for the students who would be attending class at home. But the presence of Super Mario Brothers, Spider-Man, Batman and...
Healthy eating
Pam Gelsomini
Thu, Mar 26
Category:
Dish off the Block
This recipe is proof that healthy eating can be mouth-wateringly delicious with layers of flavor and texture. Quinoa is the base of these yummy bowls and this trendy ‘super-food’ has more protein than any other grain and is packed with fiber, potassium, and iron. Not a bad foundation, but then you...
What’s open, what’s not
Thu, Mar 26
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News
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Features
Town Hall and all town departments:
Closed but offering minimal services. Call (401) 466-3200 for more information.
Island Free Library:
Call (401) 466-3233 for available services.
Post Office:
Open, but call Postmaster Becky Brown if you do not feel comfortable going into the...
A new neighborhood takes shape
Rosemary Connelli,
at
rconnelli@blockislandtimes.com
Fri, Mar 20
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News
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Features
Housing Board Chair Cindy Pappas opened up the group’s most recent meeting with updates on the Cherry Hill Lane affordable housing project. The Housing Board met on Tuesday, March 9 at Town Hall. “Work is progressing great. Bain [Transue] is moving lots of earth, so that you can actually start to...
2021 town budget proposed at $15 million
Rosemary Connelli,
at
rconnelli@blockislandtimes.com
Fri, Mar 20
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News
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Features
The proposed 2021 municipal budget for the Town of New Shoreham will top $15 million for the first time. Department heads, as well as the School Department, have submitted budgets that total $15,721,670, which represents a five percent increase from the current fiscal year. The proposed school...
Notice from Chief Vin Carlone
Fri, Mar 20
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News
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Features
The following was sent to
The Block Island Times
by New Shoreham Police Chief Vin Carlone:
On Wednesday, March 18, the New Shoreham Police Department received credible information from a concerned citizen that unnamed persons residing on Block Island have threatened to damage the...
What’s open, what’s not
Fri, Mar 20
Category:
News
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Features
Town Hall and all town departments:
Closed but offering minimal services. Call (401) 466-3200 for more information.
Island Free Library:
The library staff will update their hours of operation beginning Tuesday, March 24.
Post Office:
Open, but call Postmaster Becky Brown if...
Officials meet with National Grid on cable project
Lars Trodson,
at
ltrodson@blockislandtimes.com
Fri, Mar 20
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News
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Features
Town Manager Jim Kern and Facilities Manager Sam Bird recently met with representatives from National Grid to ensure that the project to rebury the two transmission cables attached to the Block Island Wind Farm stays on track. The meeting, which took place on Thursday, March 12, “was basically just...
Helping Hands Food Pantry announcement
Fri, Mar 20
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Features
Due to our current global health situation, Helping Hands Food Pantry wanted to reach out to the community and let people know of our plan for the upcoming food pantry on Wednesday, March 25, 2020. Our top priority is to keep our community healthy and safe. We vow to be flexible and responsive to...
Air travelers from overseas required to self-quarantine
Lars Trodson,
at
ltrodson@blockislandtimes.com
Fri, Mar 20
Category:
News
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Features
A newly enacted emergency declaration approved by the Town Council is designed, primarily, to restrict and contain unnecessary travel from the mainland in order to reduce the possibility of COVID-19 spreading to Block Island. With travelers coming to the island not only on the ferry, but by plane...
Medical Center information
Thu, Mar 19
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News
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Features
Dear Block Island Community, At this time there has not been and there is no suspected or confirmed case of COVID-19 on Block Island. However, it is important to remain vigilant in practicing social distancing to minimize the risk of spreading the virus through community infection. The Town of New...
St. Paddy’s Two Tater Fritatta
Pamela Gelsomini
Fri, Mar 13
Category:
Dish off the Block
I recommend you start off your St. Patrick’s Day with a hearty breakfast — a good base — with two kinds of potatoes, eight eggs, loads of cheese, and some green pepper shamrocks. Even the pickiest leprechaun will be impressed with this Irish frittata. St. Paddy’s Two Tater Fritatta 1 medium Yukon...
Bayberry Wreath nominations
Fri, Mar 13
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News
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Features
This year marks the 37th anniversary of one of Block Island’s signature recognitions: the annual Bayberry Wreath Award that honors outstanding contributions to the health of the island’s environment. If there is someone you would like to honor, The Block Island Times is now accepting nominations...
Coronavirus updates
Interstate issues statement on coronavirus precautions
Fri, Mar 13
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News
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Features
The following statement was issued by Interstate Navigation on Tuesday, March 10: The health and safety of our traveling passengers and employees is our highest priority, so we are informing our customers through our website and social media for the latest information on the COVID-19 virus,...
An old-time ferry ride
Thu, Mar 12
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Ed. note: Paul Cotter sent in these photos of two ferries, the Lizzie Ann and the Rocket, that ran from Block Island during World War II. The photos sparked memories from some of those who rode both boats. I was very young, you have to remember. I don’t think I was more than 7 or 8… I may have been...
Honoring island women for Women’s History Month
Rosemary Connelli,
at
rconnelli@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Mar 12
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News
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Features
March is Women’s History Month, a time to honor and celebrate the contributions of women in society. Block Island is benefited every day by the work of a diverse and hard-working group of women: the majority of high-level island positions are held by women. The Block Island Times will be honoring...
Island student featured in museum show
Lars Trodson,
at
ltrodson@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Mar 12
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News
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Features
Block Island School student Holden van Lent will be having some of his artwork shown at a new exhibit being held at the Museum of work and Culture in Woonsocket, R.I. The Through Our Eyes exhibit, entitled “Home,” opens Saturday, March 14. The show runs through Friday, April 24, 2020. (The Museum...
More input needed on Hotel Manisses addition
Rosemary Connelli,
at
rconnelli@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Mar 12
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News
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Features
The Hotel Manisses’ application for a proposed addition was continued once again, as the members of the Historic District Commission sought more information from the applicants and wanted input from the members who were absent for the meeting on Monday, Feb. 24. The application is for a new, three-...
B.I. School Honor Roll
Fri, Mar 6
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News
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Features
2ND QUARTER HONOR ROLL - 2019-2020
HIGHEST HONORS
Mikhaela Brown-Padien – Grade 12 Ruby Crawford – Grade 12 Charlotte Hall – Grade 12 Mathias Heinz – Grade 12 Moira O’Neill – Grade 12 Allison Pineda – Grade 12 Savannah Brown – Grade 11 Josephine Mott – Grade 11 Stephanie Rich –...
Bayberry Wreath nominations
Fri, Mar 6
Category:
News
,
Features
This year marks the 37th anniversary of one of Block Island’s signature recognitions: the annual Bayberry Wreath Award that honors outstanding contributions to the health of the island’s environment.
If there is someone you would like to honor,
The
Block Island Times
is now...
Boys Varsity Basketball heads to playoffs
Fri, Mar 6
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News
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Features
The Boys Varsity Basketball team handily beat Middlebridge School in a playoff game at home on Tuesday, March 3. The Boys were scheduled to play Oxford in a playoff on Friday, March 6.
Council sets public hearings on a variety of proposals
Rosemary Connelli,
at
rconnelli@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Mar 5
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News
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Features
With recent discussions pertaining to the presence of the coronavirus in Rhode Island, First Warden Ken Lacoste said he had met with the Medical Center on Monday, March 2. “We got together and brought everyone up to speed on the coronavirus.” The Town Council listened to Lacoste’s Warden’s Report...
Cover update on Property Transactions Guide
Mon, Mar 2
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The following is submitted through Ballard Hall Real Estate in regards to the property on the 2019 Transactions Guide cover: The property that is on the 2019 Property Transactions Guide cover is still available for sale through Ballard Hall Real Estate. The property,1278 Cormorant Cove, holds...
NAMI BI certified by national organization
Sat, Feb 29
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President Jim Hinthorn, at left, reads the affiliation certificate for the Block Island chapter of the National Alliance of Mental Illness. Board members of the team present for the announcement were, from left, Socha Cohen, Jill Seppa, Alison Warfel, Kyra Ernst, and Tracey Fredericks. Pat Tengwall...
Board members needed
Fri, Feb 28
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News
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The following boards and commissions are looking for members. Each of these appointments are made by the New Shoreham Town Council: The Board of Assessment Review is seeking a Republican-affiliated representative for a three-year term. The Deer Task Force needs a person for a one-year term. The...
Shrimp and bacon fried rice
Pam Gelsomini
Fri, Feb 28
Category:
Dish off the Block
Need a quick and easy weeknight meal that also makes great leftovers? Put that take-out menu down and mix up your weekly meal rotation with this
deeeeelishhh
Shrimp and Bacon Fried Rice dish. It comes together in one pan, very quickly, and feeds a crowd. (This recipe feeds four to six.) You...
Solar array ordinance causing a bit of a headache
Lars Trodson,
at
ltrodson@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Feb 27
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News
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Features
About a year ago, an application for a solar array that was before the Planning Board was not approved, in part, according to island resident Chris Warfel, because the town’s Zoning Board and Planning Board had different interpretations of the ordinance that regulates solar panel installations. In...
Town manager to monitor cable project
Rosemary Connelli,
at
rconnelli@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Feb 27
Category:
News
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Features
Town Manager Jim Kern will remain actively involved in the project that will re-bury the two undersea transmission cables that come ashore at Crescent Beach, and said a major concern still remains about the cable being out of service for perhaps weeks, which means high speed internet provided to...
Bayberry Wreath nominations
Thu, Feb 27
Category:
News
,
Features
This year marks the 37th anniversary of one of Block Island’s signature recognitions: the annual Bayberry Wreath Award that honors outstanding contributions to the health of the island’s environment.
If there is someone you would like to honor,
The
Block Island Times
is now...
Library juggling programs and projects
Rosemary Connelli,
at
rconnelli@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Feb 27
Category:
News
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Features
The Island Free Library Board of Trustees reviewed updates on its building and grounds, including window replacements, a solar project, and a new water fountain. The condition of the windows at the Library has been a topic of discussion for some time. Library Director Kristin Baumann said that new...
Shellfish Commission, Sun Farm Oysters reach agreement
Renée Meyer
Fri, Feb 21
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News
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Features
Sometimes the process works, and to the benefit of all. In January, the Shellfish Commission began the process of reviewing a request from Sun Farm Oysters, owned by Chris Warfel, to relocate a portion of his aquaculture lease in Trims’s Pond. At the Shellfish Commission’s meeting on January 21,...
New Shoreham police lawsuit dismissed
Rosemary Connelli,
at
rconnelli@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Feb 20
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News
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Features
On Wednesday, Feb. 19 at Town Hall, First Warden Ken Lacoste announced in open session that a lawsuit brought by members of the New Shoreham Police Department against various town officials, including members of the Planning Board, the Town Council and former Town Manager Ed Roberge, had been...
Upcoming events for seniors
Pat Tengwall
Thu, Feb 20
Category:
News
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Features
A sweet time:
The Senior Advisory Committee is planning a repeat of last year’s “Just Desserts” social. The event will be on Wed. March 4, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Community Center. Committee members are contacting island food artisans for a variety of delectable desserts. Coffee, tea and...
Land Trust mulls public art installation
Renée Meyer
Thu, Feb 20
Category:
News
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Features
After getting the go-ahead from the Recreation Board, it was the Block Island Land Trust’s turn to take up the art installation project proposed for the tennis court fence at Ball O’Brien Park. The Land Trust has jurisdiction over what happens at the park, although the Historic District Commission...
Winter art classes at Spring Street Gallery
Rosemary Connelli,
at
rconnelli@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Feb 20
Category:
News
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Features
Spring Street Gallery Coordinator Paige Gaffett described artist Claire Marschak as “a fantastic painter, a really great teacher. She brings you step by step in the painting process. We are fortunate to have her on the island.” On Sunday, Jan. 26, Marschak taught a tonal oil painting class at the...
Council floats ideas to keep inspection station on island
Rosemary Connelli,
at
rconnelli@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Feb 20
Category:
News
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Features
On Wednesday, Feb. 12, the Town Council held its Town Manager Work Session, and reviewed a diverse list of agenda items: final revisions to the Harbor Management Plan, the Visitors Center, potential recreation facility, and taxi ordinances.
Next steps for local inspection station
The lack...
What to do on February break? Explore Block Island.
Rosemary Connelli,
at
rconnelli@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Feb 20
Category:
News
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Features
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management is inviting Rhode Islanders to explore the outdoors during February school vacation week. Outdoor activities listed on a recent DEM press release were targeted for communities on the mainland, with none planned for Block Island. On Block...
Turkey hunting opportunity for youth
Wed, Feb 19
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News
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Features
The following was submitted by the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management on Monday, Feb. 17:
PROVIDENCE – The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM), in partnership with The Light Foundation, will offer the first Mentored Youth Wild Turkey Hunt in Rhode...
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