Category: LOCAL BIZ

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To Ship or Not to Ship – Best Shipping Practices For Your Ebay Items

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In my ebay store, The NK Marketing Store, I sell a wide range of items in terms of size.  I have small jewelry items like charms, necklaces, and bracelets.  I have medium size items like books, albums, and antique toys.  I have large items like computers, stereos, and marine parts.  Then, I have extra large items like treadmills, bikes, outboard motors, and fitness machines.  On ebay, you have the option to ship or not to ship your items.  You can elect to have your customers pickup only, no shipping.  Or, you can set up shipping for your small to extra large items. … Continue reading To Ship or Not to Ship – Best Shipping Practices For Your Ebay Items

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New Pedestrian Crosswalk Signs Point To A Safer Wickford Village Experience

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Depending on which internet site you read, the pedestrian crosswalk quite possibly dates back to ancient Pompeii, with huge blocks built into common roads to allow for people to cross safely.  Of course, they didn’t have cars in ancient Pompeii, to my knowledge, and so the modern crosswalk was designed around the turn of the century, and may be because of an op-ed written by a concerned traveler who wrote “Could you do something to help the pedestrian to recover the old margin of safety on our common streets and roads?” (Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pedestrian_crossing)  Fast forward to modern Rhode Island and Wickford Village … Continue reading New Pedestrian Crosswalk Signs Point To A Safer Wickford Village Experience

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Huge Inventory Reduction Sale on Bicycle Apparel, Gear, and Accessories

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The North Kingstown Marketing Company is working with a well respected local bicycle shop that has recently closed its doors after over 50 years in business.  East Providence Cycle was a mainstay in the Rhode Island bicycle and fitness market at their Warren Avenue location in East Providence.  Since the business has changed hands to Narragansett Bicycle or NBX, there are some remaining inventory items that are available at very competitive prices.  Specifically, Specialized gear like bike shorts, Schwinn exercise equipment, and Bowflex strength systems.  Here are some highlights of the inventory sale: Schwinn Recumbent Bike – Backdraft – Airdyne … Continue reading Huge Inventory Reduction Sale on Bicycle Apparel, Gear, and Accessories

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How Parades Through Wickford Energize Our Spirits, Our Economy, Our Town

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Wickford, Rhode Island can be described as many things.  Coastal village, family orientated community, eclectic stores, scenic, traditional, old school with modern conveniences.  I am sure I am missing a few but I would also add my own.  One of the best towns to host, watch, or participate in a parade.  Wickford has always been an amazing place for parades.  Classic cars, middle and high school bands, girls scouts, cub scouts, seniors, toddlers, politicians, dogs, bikers, veterans. They start early in the spring, with Wickford Little League marching to Wilson Park for Opening Day.  We have the proud and often … Continue reading How Parades Through Wickford Energize Our Spirits, Our Economy, Our Town

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Pieces of History Tell the Story of a Soldier

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My job on ebay is part writer, part photographer, part researcher, well let’s just say it has many parts.  Recently, a local resident dropped off some memorabilia from her late uncle’s estate.  He was in the United States Army during the World War II period in US history.  She was unclear what the monetary value of the items was, although the sentimental value was far too high to quantify.  She and her husband have been cleaning out her late relative’s estate, and these items were next to go.  A common situation with a lot of my ebay customers locally here … Continue reading Pieces of History Tell the Story of a Soldier

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Wickford Little League – A Successful Brand On and Off The Field

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The 2016 Spring Season of Wickford Little League Baseball was a memorable one to say the least.  Players from all levels continued to improve on their pitching, hitting, fielding, and sportsmanship.  Families and fans of Wickford Little League were treated to amazing catches, monumental home runs, and most of all, seeing the smiles on their sons and daughters faces when they hit the ball.  The memories shared by the players, coaches, and families will be cherished for years to come.  I can still remember my Wickford Little League playing days some thirty years later. The spring season transitioned into the … Continue reading Wickford Little League – A Successful Brand On and Off The Field

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New Traffic Pattern Merging Onto Post Road Outside Wickford

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As many North Kingstown and Southern Rhode Island drivers now know, there is a new traffic pattern on Post Road here in North Kingstown.  For those of you who do not know, there is a new traffic pattern on Post Road here in beautiful North Kingstown. The traffic pattern reduces the old Post Rd (pre-July, 2016), to one lane starting at the traffic light across from Wickford Appliance.  For those of us used to two lanes on Post Road, the new traffic pattern has received mixed reviews based on people I have spoken to. One area of concern I have … Continue reading New Traffic Pattern Merging Onto Post Road Outside Wickford

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West Bay YMCA’s Anthony Orsini Shaves His Beard After $5000 Donation Mark Was Reached

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Patricia Driscoll, Operations Director for the Greater Providence YMCA’s Kent and West Bay locations, emailed me last week about a cool event today.  The event took place at the West Bay YMCA located at 7540 Post Rd.  One of her staff members, Anthony Orsini, had been raising money for the Y’s YFA or Youth Financial Assistance program with a bit of marketing angle. Anthony is helping to raise money for the youth program that offers financial assistance to our community members in need for things like membership, child care, and YMCA Programs.  He thought up a cool angle.  “Help me raise … Continue reading West Bay YMCA’s Anthony Orsini Shaves His Beard After $5000 Donation Mark Was Reached

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In Love & Light – A Humble and Passionate Message From Amanda Grant

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A few months back, I had the pleasure of interviewing local merchant Amanda Grant of Amanda Grant Skin Care.  I had received several emails from her clients stating that Amanda was such a valued merchant and an even better human being.  As with most of my business blogs, I tend to shy away from personal questions and try to focus more on the business.  My goal with the North Kingstown Blog has always been to focus on the positive news this community and this state has to offer.  However, the reality of life is that there is hardship and sadness … Continue reading In Love & Light – A Humble and Passionate Message From Amanda Grant

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The Filippi Family Bring Luxury and Sophistication to Block Island with Newly Renovated Hotel Manisses and Restaurant

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Press release regarding newly renovated Hotel Manisses and Restaurant, Block Island, RI Contact: Kimberly Poland Poland Media Group 401.743.7272 Kimberly@polandmediagroup.com Historic Hotel Manisses and Restaurant to re-open on May 6, 2016 after 6 months of renovations. New Shoreham, RI (May 5, 2016) – As co-owner and operator of the landmark oceanfront resort Ballard’s, Steven Filippi noticed that Block Island visitors expected well-appointed and modern accommodations, despite the island’s reputation for historic and “quaint” hotels. However, with only 6 guest rooms at Ballard’s, which had undergone extensive renovations in 2012, Steven was not able to accommodate everyone looking for a more luxurious … Continue reading The Filippi Family Bring Luxury and Sophistication to Block Island with Newly Renovated Hotel Manisses and Restaurant