March 29, 2024
Opinion
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Christmas and money—now there’s a combination that can send anyone spiraling. When you’re trying to take control of your money, saving for an emergency fund is a crucial part of the … more
I don’t know about you, but personally, I have a love-hate relationship with Black Friday and Cyber Monday. I mean, don’t get me wrong—it seems pretty great at first: belly full of … more
If you’re a freshman or sophomore in high school, you might think you don’t need to worry about college tuition right now because you have a ton of time before you graduate. But … more
Did you know we spend a third of our lives at work? Our careers have a huge impact on our overall well-being and life satisfaction. So, if you’re experiencing a hostile work environment or … more
People visit rage rooms so they can go wild. That’s because rage rooms give us full permission to buck the rules of a polite, orderly society. I’ve even done something similar in the … more
Inflation. It’s a constant news headline, the joke of every meme, and the word we curse under our breath every time we have to put the fancy bacon back on the shelf and grab the generic turkey … more
Summer is wrapping up, friends. Whether you spent your days super active or you took it easy, starting your senior year can feel like a wake-up call. There are new things on your plate, like applying … more
I know, it may feel a little early to be talking about Christmas. But hear me out! While you might not be ready to hang the mistletoe, it’s never too early to save money for the holidays. In … more
Your interview was an enormous success. The hiring manager thought you were intelligent and funny, plus your skills and experience checked every box—and then some. All there is to do now is sit … more
Back-to-school season: Whether you and your family have been looking forward to it or dreading it for weeks, it’s officially here. And let’s just say back-to-school shopping will be … more
August 13 is apparently National Garage Sale Day. I don’t know who invented it, but more power to them. We live in modern times though, and selling your unwanted stuff online can be way more … more
With skyrocketing prices everywhere you turn these days, it’s more important than ever to take control of your money by making and sticking to a monthly budget. And I’m a big believer … more
I would like to take this opportunity to share with you some updates as I close out my final year as Superintendent of Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School District due to retirement:• Not too long … more
Student loans have become quite the hot-button topic. And it’s no wonder why. According to the Federal Reserve, the United States owes over $1.6 trillion of student loan debt—yeah, … more
We would like to thank all of the hardworking volunteers that came out to help with the annual Spring cleanup. We had over 200 volunteers and together we collected in excess of 241 bags of trash off … more
I would like to thank all the participants who signed up and donated their time and energy to help keep the Town of Seekonk beautiful. Starting the week of Earth Day in April and extending into May, … more
What exactly is a personal brand? I’m glad you asked. Simply put, your personal brand is how others perceive you. It’s an outside snapshot of what you value on the inside. A personal … more
College can be a lot of things—fun, exciting, challenging, exhausting, rewarding—but “cheap” doesn’t usually make the list. And if you’re in college right now, or … more
Summer’s just around the corner, which means you might be thinking about one of my favorite things ever: vacation! In fact, I always joke that vacation planning is basically one of my spiritual … more
Generosity, compassion, empathy, charity—these are the things that make us human. When we see someone hurting, reaching out to help comes almost as naturally as reaching for your smartphone … more
Does someone you know talk constantly about being mentally overwhelmed and emotionally exhausted by their job? Or maybe you are the one feeling trapped on your drive to work, and it feels like every … more
Dear East Providence voters. East Providence has a high number of senior citizens as homeowners. As the city councilman-at-large, I will propose looking into an ordinance which will hopefully give … more
It snowed 2 - 4 inches the evening of May 10, 1977! During the storm, that evening I drove north through Rehoboth on Rte. 118. I was on my way home to Attleboro from Swansea. I remember the tree … more
I just want to enlighten the local residents as to how out of control the litter on our streets have gotten. We live in such a beautiful area and yet it's getting abused. It's heart breaking and it … more
Financial literacy is the possession of skills that allows people to make smart decisions with their money. Although understanding stats and facts about money is great, no one has truly grasped … more
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