Dr. Michael Fine: What’s crazy about the work we ask healthcare workers to do
As I recertified, I came away with an overwhelming sense of gratitude for my colleagues and doctors.
Gerry Goldstein: A dose of good medicine, free
An ancient Jewish proverb asserts, “As soap is to the body, so laughter is to the soul.”
Letter to the Editor: Middletown’s fee structure is working against housing
Housing policy is not just about zoning maps and planning documents.
Michele Gallagher: Quiet lessons on resilience from Rhode Island women business leaders
As I am thinking about the year in review, a few of these fascinating stories have lingered with me, with one common thread connecting them: the ability to stay resilient despite unexpected setbacks and challenges.
Just My Opinion: In New Orleans, undocumented immigrants live in fear
Even those documented citizens are fearful.
Gerry Goldstein: Facing some unvarnished truths
“Let’s put the truth out there for what it is: Donald J. Trump is turning our United States of America into a nation that condones the intolerable, indulges the unacceptable, and gives cruel, lawless voice to the unspeakable.”
Letter to the editor: Portsmouth councilor McDowell defends motion to reconsider disc golf at Glen Park
Council member responds to criticism, citing contradictions in testimony and safety concerns
Dr. Michael Fine: What’s crazy about vaccines and RFK Jr., redux
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We have a saying about statistical analysis – the absence of evidence is not evidence of absence.
Gerry Goldstein: A dissent from the ‘Silent Generation’
I don’t know about you, but I keep getting my generations mixed up.
How the Plymouth Pilgrims took over Thanksgiving – and who history left behind
In some ways, Thanksgiving is a tradition that unites Americans. But the classic image of the Pilgrims obscures important parts of the country’s story.
At Thanksgiving – what are we thankful for?
Here’s the third and final part of what now turns out to be a three-part answer to my question, what are we thankful for?
Letter to the Editor: It’s time to talk with our kids
“As our community reels from the recent violent assault that occurred in the Rogers locker room, I urge parents and caregivers to discuss what took place with their children, no matter their age.”
At Thanksgiving – what are we thankful for?
Here’s the second part of what now turns out to be a three-part answer to my question, what are we thankful for?
Letter to the Editor: Assault of student with disabilities should spur commitment to inclusion
Special Olympics coaches call for expansion of Unified Champion Schools programming
At Thanksgiving – what are we thankful for?
Each year, over the last few years, I’ve asked people over Facebook and through email what it is that they are thankful for this year – as we approach the Thanksgiving holiday.
Letter to the Editor: Disc golf debate about transparency, not opposition to sport
Portsmouth residents say council process flawed, question claims course is solely for town use
Letter to the Editor: Uphold democratic process on disc golf decision
League of Women Voters urges Portsmouth Town Council to stand by September vote, not revisit settled issue
Letter to the Editor: Newport Hospital birthing center’s future remains uncertain
Former hospital inspector questions Brown University Health’s financial priorities, suggests alternative partnershipRetry
Letter to the Editor: Newport Hospital Birthing Center Panel lacks true community voice
Invited panelist raises concerns about representation, confidentiality agreements, and meeting times that exclude working parents from discussions on maternity care’s future
Dr. Michael Fine: What’s crazy about healthcare in the developing world
The similarities and the differences in health care between Cape Verde and here are striking.
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