One of my first, and frankly most impactful, jobs I had as a teenager was at Lafayette Nursing Home right here in North Kingstown. I worked part-time in the kitchen, making snacks, tea, sandwiches for the residents. My mother was a registered nurse there as well as other […]
For most of us, the search for knowledge has been sped up tremendously by the internet. Facts and information are readily available through tablets, smart phones, computers and can be assessed with ease. I caution everyone to check the source of the information online before deeming it to […]
Admittedly, I use landmarks when I ask for or give directions in North Kingstown. Sometimes, I use landmarks that no longer exist and then have to correct myself with the current landmark. For example, I still refer to Rite Aid’s spot in Wickford as “Earnshaw’s Drugs” or Centreville […]
Upon returning from a trip to the Grand Canyon some years back, I was asked by a friend “what was it like and did you take any photos?” I replied “absolutely breathtaking and no.” I think selfishly I just wanted to remember the interesting rock shapes, the haunting […]
In our continuing series on the 53rd Annual Wickford Art Festival, I would like to acknowledge and congratulate the numerous merchants and organizations who support this local event. In working with festival director, Judy Salvadore, the NK Blog along with its parent company, The I.C.E. Agency, has created […]
It would seem only fitting that Rhode Island, the Ocean State, has a large number of marinas. According to http://www.marinas.com, roughly 153 marinas are listed. There are 8 marinas listed in North Kingstown with 4 being located in the Wickford Village area. Personally, as a long time resident of North […]
I commend anyone who starts their own business or takes over a family business in this economy. Most people take a passion – photography, cooking, fitness – and start a business, hoping to convince others of why they are so passionate. There is a honeymoon phase of a […]
The 2nd Annual Jog for Julie 5K took place this past Saturday. The event is in honor of the late Julie Swistak Maloney, local North Kingstown High School graduate, Jamestown native, mother, friend, wife, beloved community member. Friends and family gathered at the North Kingstown High School Saturday […]
Just got this notice in from Barbara Cullen from Mystic Scrimshanders about a music series in Wickford. More acts and dates to follow, but this week features the Ten Rod Ramblers. They are playing Sunday, June 21st from 2-4 pm in Updike Park. The concerts are free and […]
In our continuing series of promotional articles for the 53rd Annual Wickford Art Festival, the North Kingstown Blog along with its parent company, the I.C.E. Agency, is proud to present an interactive map of the festival. In this map, you can see the village of Wickford with landmarks […]
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