How do you judge when it's cold out or when it's just New England typical weather?
It's definitely cold out this week with winter reminding us we live in New England. What made you shiver this morning? Taking the dogs out? Standing at the bus stop? One reader said "you know it's cold out when the wet clothes in the dryer are frozen." Finish this sentence for us in the comments: You know it's cold out when ...
It seems like we’ve gone from one freezing storm to another this winter in Portsmouth. Here are some tips for using seasonal eating to ward off some of that icy chill.
This winter the weather in Rhode Island has been unusually cold, alternating between biting dryness and soaking storms. The days are also shorter in this cold season, and we’re generally less active, burning fewer calories. We often notice a natural tendency to want to sleep more or be less active. It is a time for slowing down a bit and conserving energy to handle the cold. Because of the dryness of the cold air outdoors and the heat indoors, our bodies can become very dry. In response to this dryness, we tend to produce more mucus to keep the body’s moist tissues and delicate membranes lubricated. This additional mucus production can lead to more frequent colds and sinus, bronchial and ear infections. To balance and counteract some of …
A joint shelter will be opened for all three Aquidneck Island communities if needed. Residents are urged to call 211 if they need shelter.
The Rhode Island Department of Emergency Management is warning residents of dangerous cold temperatures expected to chill the state this weekend and Monday. The town of Portsmouth does not plan on opening a shelter at this time. However, the Portsmouth Fire Department has been in touch with the American Red Cross. A joint shelter for all three Aquidneck Island communities may be opened if needed. Residents are urged to take the following steps this weekend and Monday: One of the primary concerns is the winter weather's ability to knock out heat, power and communications services to your home or office, sometimes for days at a time. The National Weather Service refers to winter storms as the “Deceptive Killers” because most deaths are …
Patch answers the question: What should I do to prepare my house for winter?
This week, we answer the question: What do I do to prepare my house for winter? With a few easy steps you can make certain your house will be warm, secure, and well-maintained from the outside-in this winter. According to Larry Handren, owner of family-run Handren's Hardware store on 3001 East Main Road, before the snow starts to fall, you should get on the roof and clean out those gutters. Whether you pick up a scraper designed for the job at his store, or are willing to use an old spatula you have lying around the house, you will need to scrape all leaves and debris from the gutters. Once they are clear, hose them out as best you can. This will also enable you to check for leaks and patch them if necessary. Speaking of leaks, you'll want…
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3:09 pm on Thursday, January 24, 2013
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