Last Saturday was a work day for me (ABF Freight) in Dallas. So, after work, I took the short drive north from the Dallas Terminal to Frisco, Texas to check out the Frisco RoughRiders baseball experience. I found parking in … Continue reading A Saturday Afternoon Visit To Frisco Rough Riders Baseball Field
Here at the North Kingstown Blog, we hesitate to put our name on any product unless we truly stand behind it. We have interviewed hundreds of local and RI businesses who offer a wide range of products and services. From health and beauty products to fitness equipment to hair and makeup, The North Kingstown Blog is committed to promoting quality products and services that will make your day a positive one. Vacuum cleaners have evolved like most household appliances over the years. I cut my teeth as a youth with your standard Electrolux, a little powerhouse on wheels that had … Continue reading The North Kingstown Blog Endorses the Shark Rotator True Pet Vacuum
Amazing turnout for today’s Wickford and North Kingstown American Little League Opening Day Parade. Teams, coaches, volunteers, and families watched and cheered as the Wickford and North Kingstown Little Leagues marched together. Kids of all ages braved the chilly conditions as they marched from Wickford Middle School, through Wickford Village and ended up at Wilson Park. T-ball, Single A, AA, AAA, and Majors division teams lined up together. Presidents Arnie Sarazen and Todd Mascena said a few words to the crowd. A plaque ceremony in honor of Ed Cooney followed comments by new North Kingstown High School baseball coach Tom … Continue reading Opening Day for Wickford and North Kingstown American Little League a Huge Success
Since 1948, The Jimmy Fund has raised millions of dollars in support of the Dana Farber Institute in Boston. Hundreds of local and national organizations, golf tournaments, road races, and local bake sales have helped raise money for this worthy charity. It is the official charity of the Boston Red Sox. According to the official website of the Jimmy Fund, http://www.jimmyfund.org, “The Jimmy Fund solely supports Boston’s Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, raising funds for adult and pediatric cancer care and research to improve the chances of survival for cancer patients around the world.” The boy (Einar Gustafson) known to all as … Continue reading NK High School Senior Sara Barker’s Rally for the Jimmy Fund
In my continuing series of articles on North Kingstown High School senior projects, I can’t help but think of the totality of these projects. Yes, the project is school work and the senior is learning organizational skills, business and marketing practices, and communication skills. But there are many more layers to the long term benefits which these seniors will take with them throughout their lives, whether they enlist in the military, go to college, or jump right into the workforce. Understanding a cause, embracing it, involving the community to help spread the message, and of course donating time and money … Continue reading Fashion Show For A Cause To Be Held At North Kingstown High School
Living in New England, we are blessed to have so many incredible resources for medical care. Boston, MA has consistently been one of the top areas in not only New England but the entire country when it comes to top medical facilities. And Boston Children’s Hospital is one of the best hospitals for care for children in need of medical care. My family and I should know. I spent a good part of my childhood battling bone disorders in my lower legs with the help of a team of doctors at Boston Children’s Hospital. Their excellence and dedication helped me … Continue reading Local Ping Pong Charity Event To Support Boston Children’s Hospital
In our continuing series on the 53rd Annual Wickford Art Festival, the North Kingstown Blog reached out to a few local restaurants to find out what their specialty dish or drink was. We also did some field work and sampled great local coffee, sandwiches, and drinks from our many great local establishments. Whether you are from North Kingstown or enjoying our town for the Wickford Arts Festival, we hope you will support our local restaurants, coffee shops, and pizza parlors. Here are a few of the responses from the restaurants themselves: Sonoma Bistro and WineBar 7366 Post Rd North Kingstown … Continue reading After the Art Festival, Try a Specialty Dish
The Baseball Storyteller 