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40th and Final Pilkington Tournament Taking Place Friday August 19th

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A few months back, The NK Blog wrote about local entrepreneur Deanna Russo and her company, Bow-K.  Deanna sent me a message through social media regarding a special event that she wanted to post and share on the NK Blog.  The event is called “The Pilkington Memorial Golf Tournament.”  Remarkably, this is the 40th year the event has taken place.  And, this marks the final year, according to event planners, of the tournament.  The tournament is taking place at Laurel Lane Country Club in West Kingston. According to Deanna, “this is the longest running golf tournament in the state of … Continue reading 40th and Final Pilkington Tournament Taking Place Friday August 19th

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Star Wars, The Force Awakens Part of NK’s Movies On The Beach

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Many years ago, in a galaxy not so far away, I saw the very first Star Wars movie at a drive-in theater located just over the North Kingstown line in East Greenwich.  Yes, there was a drive-in theater locally here and it was very well attended, especially in the summer months.  This was where my family and I watched Luke, Han Solo, Darth Vader, and the amazing cast and characters of George Lucas battle it out for intergalactic supremacy.  It was shown on a massive screen, which made the spaceships, battle scenes, odd characters, and overall experience so very impressive to … Continue reading Star Wars, The Force Awakens Part of NK’s Movies On The Beach

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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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Press Release from Judy Salvadore, Gallery Director, Wickford Art Association

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For Immediate Release – Juried Artist Member Invitational The Wickford Art Association is pleased to present six juried artist members in an invitational show in its gallery at 36 Beach Street, North Kingstown, RI. The opening reception is on Sunday, August 21, 2016, from 1-3 PM. The show runs through September 11, 2016, is free and open to the public. The featured artists are: Donato Beauchaine, North Kingstown, is a widely regarded oil and watercolor painter who has an uncanny knack for his representations of light and shadows and their effect on the structural elements of his landscapes. Julie Brayton, … Continue reading Press Release from Judy Salvadore, Gallery Director, Wickford Art Association

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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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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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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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Slow Down, Don’t Go Around – The Breakdown Lane Issue

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Years ago, while training for the Save The Bay Swim, I took a break from my swim training and went for a bike ride.  I was living in Wickford Village at the time and got right onto Boston Neck Road and headed south towards Narragansett.  Boston Neck Rd. was and remains a very busy one lane road, with retail shops, ice cream shops, pedestrians, and cyclists like myself.  About halfway through my ride, I ran into a situation that caused an accident.  I was riding my bike in the breakdown lane and a motor vehicle put his/her left turning signal on … Continue reading Slow Down, Don’t Go Around – The Breakdown Lane Issue