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The Swim Tether Keeps Me In Place and In Shape

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Every year, about this time, the Save The Bay swim event happens.  It is an amazing spectacle of open water swimming combined with a dedicated organization intent on saving our most precious Narragansett Bay for the present and future of Rhode Island.  I was lucky enough to finish it two years, 2009 and 2010.  I love open water swimming.  In fact, I prefer open water swimming to lap swimming in an indoor pool.  Open water swimming is not just about fitness, its about connecting with nature – the ocean, lake or bay you are swimming in.  The scenery of the coastline, … Continue reading The Swim Tether Keeps Me In Place and In Shape

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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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New Inventory Reduction Sale of Lori Bonn Jewelry

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At the North Kingstown Marketing Company, we work with both individuals and companies to help sell their items on ebay.  One local company is having an inventory reduction sale of Lori Bonn Jewelry.  Lori Bonn has been in the jewelry business for over 20 years.  The collections are most, if not all, sterling silver.  The charms I have in stock are themed with either birthstones or initials or inspirational themes.  All charms, necklaces, and jewelry is priced to sell.  Best offers are accepted and multiple items will receive special discounts.  If you are looking to purchase and ship to a … Continue reading New Inventory Reduction Sale of Lori Bonn Jewelry

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An Interview With Sean Maloney – Parenting, Baseball, and Why You Should Attend the Jog For Julie Event

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I have known Sean Maloney for more than 30 years.  We grew up here in North Kingstown, a year apart, and played recreation sports like basketball and baseball with and against each other.  Sean was a standout on the baseball team I was lucky enough to be part of at North Kingstown High School.  As his career progressed into college and then eventually into professional baseball, I followed his progress through friends and the occasional newspaper article.  I remember running into him at the gym sometime in his pro career and told him how proud I was to have played … Continue reading An Interview With Sean Maloney – Parenting, Baseball, and Why You Should Attend the Jog For Julie Event

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Happy Memorial Day from the NK Blog

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“And the star-spangled banner in triumph shall wave O’er the land of the free and the home of the brave!” This quote was taken from a poem by Francis Scott Key called “Defense of Fort McHenry.”  Key’s poem was later transferred into the lyrics for our national anthem “The Star-Spangled Banner.”  The North Kingstown Blog would like to take a moment to thank the many servicemen and servicewomen in our community and our nation.  Many retired and current servicemen and servicewomen have become local doctors, teachers, electricians, business people and are serving our community in other capacities.  These men and women … Continue reading Happy Memorial Day from the NK Blog

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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