Modern Manners + Etiquette: Reconnecting Lovers

Monday, May 16, 2011

Didi Lorillard, GoLocalProv Manners and Etiquette Expert

Marriage may be a many splendid thing, however, we may harbor regrets. Lovers want to get it right the second time around; they also want their intentions to be in sync with the etiquette trend. An intriguing new survey indicates that the most widely shared regret amongst adults involves an erstwhile romance. A lost romantic opportunity that beats buried deep within their heart. And, probably, a yearning to rekindle that passion.

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New Research: Teens, Alcohol & Social Media

Monday, May 16, 2011

Maggie Lange, GoLocalProv Contributor

Social media might be functioning with a ‘peer-pressure’ influence; alcohol consumption and significantly more time on social media may be linked, according to the results of a study of 264 teenagers conducted by Weill Cornell Medical College and published in the journal, Addictive Behaviors.

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College Admissions: 4 Things HS Students Need to Do Before School’s Over

Monday, May 16, 2011

Cristiana Quinn, GoLocalProv College Admissions Expert

It’s the home stretch for many high school students; just a few weeks remain in the school year. Although it’s tempting to lose focus as the warm weather and summer approach, this is a critical time for 9th, 10th and 11th graders.

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Sweep Success!

Monday, May 16, 2011

Scott Cordischi, GoLocalProv Sports Editor

Like Eddie Murphy and Dan Akroyd the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees are "Trading Places."

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B’s Sloppy Play Results In Game 1 Loss

Sunday, May 15, 2011

Scott Cordischi, GoLocalProv Sports Editor

Rust seemed to be a problem for only one of the two teams in the NHL's Eastern Conference Finals - the Boston Bruins.  They surrender home ice advantage with a 5-2 loss to Tampa at the TD Garden.

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Sox Smack Yanks, Posada Creates Controversy

Sunday, May 15, 2011

Scott Cordischi, GoLocalProv Sports Editor

If only the Red Sox could play as well against every other team as they do against the NY Yankees!  Still, Beckett is back and A-Gon is on fire!  Plus, Jorge Posada demonstrated all that is bad about overpaid, spoiled athletes!

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Providence Concert for Books Through Bars

Saturday, May 14, 2011

GoLocalProv Features Team

Three of Providence's favorite musicians are banding together tonight to raise money for an excellent organization. Books Through Bars is a non-profit, all-volunteer organization with the mission of sending free books and resource guides to incarcerated men and women who seek education. In a system sorely lacking material and motivation for self-improvement, Books Through Bars fills a crucial gap.

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Scattershooting – Aiming High, Hitting Low

Saturday, May 14, 2011

John Rooke, GoLocalProv Sports Editor

Scattershooting…while wondering why the Boston Red Sox – a team many thought capable of winning 100 games this year – can’t even reach the .500 level…

We witnessed the calcification of the Boston Celtics during overtime of Game Four Monday night, and again in the final 4:29 Wednesday against the Miami Heat. Two words: young legs. And the Celtics don’t have any.

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RISD’s Collection 2011 Preview

Saturday, May 14, 2011

Brette Ragland, GoLocalProv Contributor

'Tis the season to be on the cutting edge of fashion and scout out the best up-and-coming talent in apparel design. RISD will host Collection 2011 featuring more than 50 talented young designers, on Saturday, May 21st.  Attendees will have a first-hand look at many of the portfolio pieces that will earn graduates positions at top fashion houses around the world.

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WaterFire Wins First RI Arts in Tourism Award

Saturday, May 14, 2011

GoLocalProv Features Team

While it’s been more than a decade since the basins were first lit, WaterFire continues to be an enduring and much beloved Rhode Island tradition. And this week, the iconic outdoor art installation was formally recognized by the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts (RISCA) with its first ever Arts in Tourism Award. 

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