Rhode Island’s annual homelessness census set for Tuesday night
At least 60 volunteers will bundle up and head out for statewide survey vital to federal funding for services....
Q & A with RISD art professor and historian Leora Maltz-Leca
Thanks, Leora, for agreeing to discuss your extensive and impressive work. When we talked by phone, I asked about...
We’ve still not reached King’s promised land
On this Martin Luther King Jr. Day, ‘We have a long way to go before equality of opportunity is...
Ocean State Stories wants freelance journalists
Ocean State Stories is seeking qualified freelance writers — and we will pay for your work. We look for...
Q & A with mom advocate and author Rebecca Almeida
Becky, congratulations on publication of Just Another Tuesday: Poems and Reflections, published by Stillwater Books, which was brought to our attention by Kerri...
2025 in review: Josh Amaral reflects on another year of fighting high housing costs
The city’s housing director said the city made progress on its housing goals in 2025. There’s still more work...
Q & A with Alisha Pina, new head and lead organizer of the Rhode Island Interfaith Coalition to Reduce Poverty
“We stand by the principle that we have a moral obligation to help all in need.” Congratulations, Alisha, on...
Q & A with Kate Mushipi, executive director of Good Neighbors
Thanks, Kate, for agreeing to bring the great work of Good Neighbors to out audience. Before we start, let’s...
Community Mobile Health Clinic meets mothers’ needs after giving birth
Innovative Women & Infants’ program solves transportation issues, aims to reduce post-partum complications “We know that structural barriers limit...
Q & A with new R.I. Food Bank CEO Melissa (Sobolik) Cherney
“There are so many ways to donate your time, talent, and treasure to this important cause.” Q & A...
SNAP gap reveals fragile food system
“The crisis is not over yet.” By JOHN HOWELL Warwick Beacon Editor This story was originally published in the Warwick...
What is the Future of Gleaning in Rhode Island?
The age-old practice of harvesting unsold produce and distributing it to those in need helps prevent food waste and...
After SNAP scare, food access advocates urge ongoing action
Advocates say new, targeted SNAP cuts will continue to strain the region’s anti-hunger resources. Food programs are looking for...