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New and Improved “Cooler” Hussey Bridge Sure to Draw Visitors to “Warmer” North Kingstown

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In documents leaked only to the North Kingstown Blog, plans for a new and improved experience entering Wickford are sure to draw some attention to the South County town.  The first step, according to project visionary and avid Hot Wheels enthusiast Timothy Armstrong, is to transform the Hussey Bridge into a unique visitor experience.  One that will put our town on the map for truly being “cooler” than most other Rhode Island cities and towns.  Armstrong’s vision – replace the Hussey Bridge with a life size Hot Wheels Ramp. “How much cooler can you get” stated Armstrong in an exclusive interview with … Continue reading New and Improved “Cooler” Hussey Bridge Sure to Draw Visitors to “Warmer” North Kingstown

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Newport Solar – Your North Kingstown Based Solar Energy Resource Company

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Since moving to my new location in the Dry Bridge Commerce Park last winter, I have had the pleasure of getting to know several interesting neighbors.  Neighbors who have thriving businesses right here in North Kingstown in the technology, home remodeling, biochemical, and furniture industries.  It is a business community with a lot of friendly faces and helpful business leaders willing to lend a hand or advice to make your business day run smoother.  One of my interesting neighbors is Newport Solar. Newport Solar was founded in 2009 by owner Doug Sabetti.  Sabetti, who maintains a staff of about 10 employees, … Continue reading Newport Solar – Your North Kingstown Based Solar Energy Resource Company

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Post High School Planning Night Scheduled for April 6th at North Kingstown High School

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When I was in high school, I wanted to be a professional baseball player, an orthopedic surgeon, and a TV personality.  And a helicopter pilot and a writer for Saturday Night Live.  Needless to say, I had a lot of interests and aspirations to make my parents proud in my post high school life.  When I became a senior, my path became a lot clearer with the help of the guidance department at North Kingstown High School.  They helped me fine tune my interests and skill sets and I finally settled on a college that really fit my needs – … Continue reading Post High School Planning Night Scheduled for April 6th at North Kingstown High School

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The NK Marketing Store on Ebay – We Take Care of Everything

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Ebay is a great resource for buying and selling items online.  Over the past 12 years, I have worked on ebay as a writer and salesperson in the fitness industry, as well as a consultant for private sellers.  My items include guitars, books, treadmills, vintage toys, and home brewing kits just to name a few.  If you have an item that you would like me to evaluate and possibly sell on ebay, here are some things you should know about my operations. First, my warehouse is located at 376 Dry Bridge Rd, North Kingstown.  I operate my sales, shipping, and … Continue reading The NK Marketing Store on Ebay – We Take Care of Everything

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3rd Annual Black Tie and Blue Jeans Event for the Ocean State Waves

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With the weather and our schedules cooperating, I was thrilled to get out with Rachel and support one of my favorite passions in life, baseball at the 3rd Annual Black Tie and Blue Jeans event for the Ocean State Waves.  The event took place at the beautiful and charming The Towers in chilly, but always pleasant Narragansett.  Black Tie and Blue Jeans is held every year to recognize local sponsors, friends, and host families that help make the Ocean State Waves baseball team a reality.  This year was their best turnout, according to President and GM Matt Finlayson.  With a diverse … Continue reading 3rd Annual Black Tie and Blue Jeans Event for the Ocean State Waves

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Q & A With Chemo Care Package Project Leader – Victoria DeRuosi

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The North Kingstown Marketing Company is proud to report and publish positive news about our North Kingstown community.  I have had the good fortune of meeting so many outstanding community leaders that live and work in our amazing town of North Kingstown.  Recently, I wrote about a North Kingstown High School senior, Victoria DeRuosi, who has championed a very important cause and has everyone in North Kingstown excited to get on board.  Her senior project is called Chemo Care Packages and after reading about this incredibly generous and heartfelt project, I decided to reach out to the project’s leader, Victoria … Continue reading Q & A With Chemo Care Package Project Leader – Victoria DeRuosi

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The Chemotherapy Care Package Project by local NK Senior Victoria DeRuosi

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According to the National Cancer Institute, http://www.cancer.gov, “more than 249,000 new cases (of breast cancer) are expected in the United States in 2016,”  Among other cancer types, lung cancer, prostate cancer, and colorectal cancer represent another 500,000+ individual cases in 2016.  On many, many levels, we are fighting cancer and winning.  However, the reality is cancer is disease that affects you, your parents, your school teachers, your soccer coach.  Look around you the next time you are at the Providence Place Mall and realize that most if not everyone you see has been affected by cancer in some way – parent, … Continue reading The Chemotherapy Care Package Project by local NK Senior Victoria DeRuosi

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Talking Baseball with Matt Finlayson, President and GM of the Ocean State Waves

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Spring is just about 3 weeks away and the 2016 Wickford Little League season is starting to take shape.  This Saturday, March 5th will be the tryouts for AAA and Majors.  You can learn more about the tryouts on our Facebook page, Wickford Little League.  The tryouts are from 9am to 3pm at the North Kingstown High School Gymnasium.  All interested kids are encouraged to attend and do your best.  And from all of us at Wickford Little League, best of luck to you!!! In working on public relations for Wickford Little League, I have had an opportunity to get … Continue reading Talking Baseball with Matt Finlayson, President and GM of the Ocean State Waves

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5 Reasons Why the YMCA Personal Training Program Has “Worked Out” for My Son

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My family and I are members of the Greater Providence YMCA.  Personally, I have been a member since my teenage years and now my kids can utilize the fitness and strength machines at the YMCA.  Working out with my sons is a great bonus for me and is a great way for me to spend time with my sons while staying fit.  While at the gym, especially our local Y (West Bay here in North Kingstown), I work with my sons on cardio, strength training, and stretching.  But, there is only one of me and one of my sons needed … Continue reading 5 Reasons Why the YMCA Personal Training Program Has “Worked Out” for My Son

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Wickford Little League Registration Event – Thursday February 4th

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The 2016 Wickford Little League season is fast approaching.  If you have already signed your son or daughter up for Tee Ball, Single A, or perhaps the Majors via our online registration, thank you and good luck in the upcoming season.  If you have questions about age eligibility or would like to manage a team or just have general questions, there is an important Wickford Little League registration event happening soon. On Thursday, February 4th at the North Kingstown Community Center, the Wickford Little League tradition continues with an in person registration and executive board meeting.  The registration runs from … Continue reading Wickford Little League Registration Event – Thursday February 4th