Bobby Forand

Scrumptious Chow at Scurvy Dog: Rebel’s Rations takes pride in serving good food for great people

Rebel’s Rations is the brainchild of chef Daniel Brown and best friend Alec Labine. It came about as a way to build community and provide kick-ass, late-night dining experiences. Brown’s extensive culinary background and passion for the arts, combined with Labine’s experience in IT and nonprofit leadership, paved the way for Rebel’s Rations to become […]

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Elizabeth’s Portofino Tuscan Grill: Fine cuisine, philanthropy, and a shot of limoncello

Elizabeth’s Portofino Tuscan Grill is a delicious gem located in a tiny Warwick strip mall. Upon entering, the welcoming atmosphere is immediately felt — Elizabeth’s is full of friendly faces and elegant lighting, which sets the mood in its three intimate and cozy dining areas, each complete with its own ambiance. When the weather’s right, […]

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Welcome to the Bandwagon: You’ve heard of Pickleball. Now get to know the sport.

Over the past few years, pickleball has become immensely popular. The paddle game was invented as a backyard game to occupy bored kids in 1965 and has grown ever since, gaining mainstream success and a celebrity-invested professional league that started in 2021. Though there is a different set of rules, it resembles tennis and ping […]

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SOCCER AND SEALS. A LABOR OF LOVE: Get to know RIFC’s new mascot, Chip

Rhode Island Football Club (RIFC), the state’s newest professional team, has been building its roster both on the field and off. They’ve been announcing new signings frequently and the majority of the squad is in place leading up to the March 16 kickoff to their inaugural season. One of their most important signings will be […]

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RI Musicians Play Their Hearts Out: A playlist of local love songs

We asked readers to share their favorite local love songs and why they’re worthy of your Valentine’s playlist. Here are 28 songs of love and loss from 24 local artists. THE BENJIS: “SKATE” AND “BAD SIGN” “‘Skate’ is basically a sloppy love letter to Parker Posey, an end-of-summer lament,” says Benji’s vocalist Aryieal Francis. “‘Bad […]

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Anti-Robot, Pro-People: Anti-Robot Club provides an opportunity for creatives while expanding its brand

Anti-Robot Club (ARC) is a community that is constantly looking to expand and provide new opportunities for creatives to display their talents and reach a wider audience. Their tagline states they are “dedicated to the preservation of mankind through a series of social gatherings and creative campaigns.” The marketplaces they host throughout the year feature […]

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Freedom for All: Stages of Freedom shares history and builds empowerment

Stages of Freedom, an award-winning nonprofit organization, strives to educate the public about Rhode Island’s history – the positive and the negative – by providing a variety of offerings while “building bridges across cultural divides through exciting public engagement.” “Rhode Island’s Black history is unlike any other in the country,” says Stages of Freedom cofounder […]

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The Courage to Call: Help is just beyond the disclaimer

988 is a great resource to be used by those going through a mental health crisis and needing someone to talk to. There are talk and text options, which makes it easy for anyone who wants to reach out. The ease and anonymity of texting should make more people feel comfortable seeking assistance. It should […]

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