Memorial Day 2022 was just a few days ago. We remembered our war dead and were grateful for their ultimate sacrifice. The oath taken by our deceased servicemen was to “protect the Constitution of the United States from all enemies, foreign and domestic.” Like many politicians, our congressma… More

The recent gun legislations in the state will do nothing to stop criminals and violent people. California is the most aggressive gun grabbing state in the nation, 44th for gun ownership and first in the nation for gun violence. All the legislation did was make it easier for criminals to act,… More

Several years ago, I bought an electric vehicle (EV). It was three years old and had been sitting on the used car lot for a while. Maybe it was because it had a range of just 80 miles and its trunk was half-filled with batteries? But it had low mileage (surprise!) and was a good price. A bar… More

Hello Cumberland/Lincoln community. On Friday, June 3, my daughter and several friends went to the Chili’s at Lincoln Mall following the Mt. St. Charles Junior/Senior prom. More

I have only this recent article (06/02-08 VB) by Ethan Shorey to go by but, from what I read of this nasty business at NCMS, I can only commend this 6th-grade teacher for her efforts to provide a safe environment for those students experiencing a most challenging time in their lives. More

I commend my neighbor, Robert Daniels, for reaching out to The Valley Breeze to express the frustration of all Manville Avenue residents regarding speeding on our street. My husband and I and our daughter and her family own homes on Manville Avenue for a combined 60 years, and the problem ha… More

Many Democratic leaders nationwide are calling on the American people to vote. I applaud their message but wish to appeal it to the next level: Democrats, get involved locally. As former Speaker Tip O’Neill opined, “all politics is local.” Local government molds policy and budgets that affec… More

On behalf of We Share Hope, I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to two Scituate businesses who recently partnered to host the first annual “Summer of Hope” food drive for students facing food insecurity. New Day Planning-Thrivent, and Cindy’s Diner rallied customers and residents to… More

The Glocester Heritage Society extends a thank you to the Champlin Foundation for awarding to us a grant upgrading our headquarters located in the Historic 1814 Job Armstrong Store, located at 1181 Main St., Chepachet, and create a walkway to the URI Master Gardeners 1800s era Kitchen Garden. More

In the past few weeks mass shootings have again torn apart communities across America. The headlines are devastating, and they remind me of my experiences as a nurse in Rhode Island, where I have taken care of many victims of gun violence. More

I am against abortion. I have been from the time I was old enough to understand what it was. The argument against Roe vs. Wade made by right wing religious fanatics, who would foist political and physical abuse on women, is that they believe themselves to be pro-life. More

Recently it was reported that the COVID-era free school lunch program was not going to be renewed at the federal level. It is abhorrent to charge children a fee for food at school. More

Someone needs to remind Doug Forcier about his response to “MAGA letter” that the Democrats have controlled the majority in the House and the Senate as well as the White House. So when he states “incoherent” list of Fox News talking points and finger pointing, he needs to open his eyes and s… More

They did it again! Another great Memorial Day Parade in Lincoln. Thank you town of Lincoln, and all responsible for your tireless and I am sure time consuming efforts. The successful results of such was clearly shown on Memorial Day. More

My religious community, the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas, has identified five critical concerns on which to focus our efforts, one of which is non-violence. This is why I am calling on the federal government to cut our nation’s excessive spending on weapons and war and invest in solving … More

The right to life: The safety of the unborn should be among our highest priority. If murder is wrong for one, it is wrong for all. The importance of giving all life the dignity due, regardless of circumstances. More

As America and the world attempt to grapple with the horrific massacre of the innocents at Robb Elementary School, in Uvalde, Texas, on May 24, we are heartbroken and dumbstruck. More

I’ve attended the last two meetings of the Planning Board for the town of Cumberland. Unfortunately, there seems to be decisions already made and no amount of evidence or reporting will change the opinions of some. Up front, I am a grandparent of a BVP high school junior. However, the expans… More

Now that I have your attention, let me explain. As I sat there during the conclusion of the June 6 Smithfield School Committee meeting, I was equal parts proud and equal parts disappointed in what I had witnessed. Proud because there was a packed room of citizens interested in participating … More

Erika Sanzi’s letter of May 25 was very short of facts which would defend her opinion and completely lacking of any which would highlight her and her organization’s bias. More

Having a car I appreciate the ability to come and go whenever I want to almost anywhere in Rhode Island. The trouble is that almost everyone else doing the same is resulting in congested roads, pollution and climate emissions, lots of accidents that kill or injure people, pets, and wildlife,… More

A correction to the Tidewater article should read “is on the banks of the Pawtucket River.” More

I personally know Clara Hardy and Lenny Cioe and I vouch for their amazing hearts and strong moral character. Whenever Dominick Ruggerio maligns people, remember that this man who drives drunk, steals condoms, and keys cars (“allegedly”) isn’t qualified to judge character. Meet Clara and Len… More

Prior to Memorial Day, the American Legion and the Friends of Smithfield Cemeteries placed American flags on the graves of veterans buried in Smithfield. It is a small token of appreciation for those who helped us gain and maintain our freedom. More

Every day, families are calling for help. Parents of children and adults with disabilities are desperate to get support for their child’s needs. Unfortunately, this story is not unique. This is happening at Seven Hills of Rhode Island, and every support agency for families across the state. … More

I’m writing to correct the record about Erika Sanzi’s May 26 column. More

In states throughout the U.S., Roe v. Wade is under the process of death by a thousand cuts. None are more threatening than SCOTUS’s leaked anti-abortion decision two weeks ago. More

The COVID -19 pandemic has exacerbated mental health issues especially among children and students. More

Gov. Dan McKee has demonstrated his capability of being able to meet communities where they’re at. He’s long been a proven leader, from his days as a capable and talented and dedicated mayor of the town of Cumberland. More

I was sad to read in The Valley Breeze that the town of Cumberland is trapping and euthanizing the beavers on Cumberland Land Trust property, the Monastery, and elsewhere in town. Cumberland does not have a beaver problem. The “problem” is overdevelopment resulting in poor drainage. Mayor Je… More

In response to “It’s time that Rhode Island adopt Constitutional Carry” (May 19, 2022) More

Finally the long and exasperating question of what was inside “Jake’s Antiques” store in Chepachet, R.I. I lived in Chepachet for a number of years in the 1970s and always wondered why the place seemed to be forever closed. More

An open letter to our local politicians: More

It’s time for H7180/S2311 Rate Review to pass. The system is badly broken and Rhode Island residents deserve better! Can you live on what you were paid 15 or 20 years ago? We are! More

“Health Care for Children and Pregnant Women” was created in 1993 in RIGL 41-12.3 with the valiant purpose of providing comprehensive health coverage for our most vulnerable residents and improving access to health care for pregnant women and their children. More

In reply to (the letter by) Jerry Bousquet and other like-minded people: More

Our legislators must pass H7442/S2549, the Equality in Abortion Coverage Act, out of committee in the name of religious freedom. More

Rhode Island got good news earlier this month when state officials projected that revenues will exceed previous forecasts by more than $500 million dollars. Yet, even with this good news, the radical progressive voices in our state remain determined to hurt small businesses. More

I have just learned that the 150-year-old local newspaper where I used to live has been sold to Gannett News, merged, with another “local” paper, and now carries nothing local at all – just fluff and national headlines. More