PAWTUCKET – The official race for Pawtucket’s next mayor got off to an interesting start for first-time candidate Camron Segalla when he attended a Grebien for Mayor campaign event at Burns Manor two weeks ago. Segalla, who announced his run for mayor as Grebien’s opponent on July 16, was eventually asked to leave the premises … Read more
By PAM SCHIFF Special to the Herald In the 21st century, it is not uncommon for a child to come out as gay, bisexual or transgender. But, it always affects each family differently, and how they accept and address the topic is crucial for the child. For Shari Roberti, she was surprised when her youngest … Read more
PROVIDENCE — Polo Lake in Roger Williams Park has a new attraction, thanks to the efforts of some Rhode Island artists, designers, and environmentalists, Narragansett Indian Tribe members, and a botanist. A hand-built floating wetland was launched last month. It was designed to raise awareness about the importance of wetlands and show how they work. … Read more