Q A with ocean engineering researcher Jake Bonney. “There are days when getting up and out of bed is the biggest accomplishment of the day, and you need to remind yourself that is indeed an accomplishment and a step toward independence...” READ: www.oceanstatestories.org/q-a-with-oce...

Yesterday we taped two stellar guests for Story in the Public Square: Marion Orr, author of "House of Diggs" and Chas Henry, retired combat-decorated Marine, broadcast journalist and author of "Fuji Fire." Photos by producer, Rochelle Medeiros. Broadcasts soon.

Offshore wind’s effects on fish won’t be studied due to federal cuts. The canceled study is one casualty of $7 billion in clean-energy funding cuts in Democrat-led states. READ: www.oceanstatestories.org/offshore-win...

Q & A with author Bob Wyss. “I write stories, mostly on environmental issues, a specialty of mine going back 40 years with The Providence Journal.” READ: www.oceanstatestories.org/q-a-with-aut...

This week on "Story in the Public Square," documentary filmmaker Julian Brave NoiseCat recounts the abuse that occurred within a Canadian network of schools for Indigenous children in his multiple award-winning film “Sugarcane.” www.facebook.com/watch/?v=853...

Brown University Health merges online mental health day programs. “By combining our programs, we’re able to offer patients more specialized options." READ: www.oceanstatestories.org/brown-univer...

Challenges and successful efforts to reduce suicide in Rhode Island. “There are things, events in your life, that may have happened recently that could increase the risk right now.” READ: www.oceanstatestories.org/challenges-a...

Fab Five: First Ocean State Labs life sciences tenants announced. “The quality of the science, the quality of the academics, is every bit as good as it is in Boston, and I went to MIT, so I kind of know. So to us this is like the perfect place to be.” READ: www.oceanstatestories.org/fab-five-fir...

Alerts to include disabled missing persons. “An alert catches people’s attention and prompts action.” READ: www.oceanstatestories.org/alerts-to-in...

Q & A with Beth Lamarre, executive director, NAMI Rhode Island. “NAMI Rhode Island is holding its annual NAMIWalks RI 5K awareness building and fundraising event on October 11.” READ: www.oceanstatestories.org/q-a-with-bet...

Q & A with Dr. Mariah H. Stump, primary care physician. “Walking is honestly one of the best things you can do for your health.” READ: www.oceanstatestories.org/q-a-with-dr-...

Happy first day of autumn!

Wonderful tribute by friend and fellow journalist Mark Patinkin on retirement of another dear friend, Tom Moony, & great journalists Kris Craig and Mark Castonguay. I was privileged to work with all of them while I was on The Providence Journal staff. www.providencejournal.com/story/news/c...

Pioneering program helps victims of sexual violence. Brown University Health’s SAFE services available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. READ: www.oceanstatestories.org/pioneering-p...

Happy Labor Day!

I invite you to join the new Burnt Cove Facebook page, where I will be posting news about the novel, sponsoring book giveaways, and announcing details of the book tour. www.facebook.com/profile.php?...

Shark sightings lead to deeper understanding. Population of makos, commonly seen off Rhode Island, in decline. “We bring facts to people, helping them gain perspective and understanding.” READ: www.oceanstatestories.org/shark-sighti...

Steve Eisenstadt, Tom Mooney and I, all of us with a shared Providence Journal connection, together in person for the first time in decades at Moniker Brewhouse in Providence, on (West) Fountain Street, where the Projo building is a short distance away. Two hours of great conversation!

Q & A with Amy Dolan of Mothers Healing Fund. "I started Mothers Healing Fund because the more I would learn about women and mothers who were struggling with their health I kept thinking: they really need support or they will never get better.” READ: www.oceanstatestories.org/q-a-with-amy...

Q & A with Salve cancer researcher Dr. Jillian Wise. “My students and I work together to analyze novel cancer datasets and seeing the students solve real-world problems and gain independence is extremely rewarding.” READ: www.oceanstatestories.org/q-a-with-sal...

Excited to announce that Burnt Cove, my 22d novel, will be published by a major house in hardcover, paperback, audio and e- editions! They have asked me not to name them until we are done production. This not my first novel set in Maine. See all my books at www.gwaynemiller.com/books.htm

‘I decided I wanted to keep loving Providence’ - “My hope with this particular body of work is that people begin to see their environment differently.” READ: www.oceanstatestories.org/i-decided-i-...

Q & A with artist Kirstin Lamb. "I have no recollection of a time when I wasn’t drawing. I’m grateful that that has always been a part of my life, it helps me." READ: www.oceanstatestories.org/q-a-with-art...

Burnt Cove, Deer Isle, Maine. Photo by Shirley Whitenack from Facebook, August 14, 2025. Revised opening to my next novel, "Burnt Cove": How many secrets are taken to the grave... Rose took many of her own with her, but unlike most others, she’d left a key to unlock them.

CCAP dental programs return to Buttonwoods. “We were built to fight the war on poverty and we’re going to keep fighting and moving forward and hopefully history will not repeat itself when it comes to healthcare.” READ: www.oceanstatestories.org/ccap-dental-...

Today is Victory Day in Rhode Island, also called Remembrance Day (RI is only state to have it as a holiday). Lawyer, historian, military veteran and scholar Fred Borch puts it in perspective: www.pbs.org/video/5-stor...

Two nursing students primed for careers in oncology after graduating from innovative fellowship program at Hasbro Children’s Hospital. “The entire program is incredible and the amount of things that I've learned is incredible.” READ: www.oceanstatestories.org/two-nursing-...

West Nile Virus detected in Rhode Island for first time in 2025. READ: www.oceanstatestories.org/west-nile-vi...

I visited Alan Hassnfeld's grave today, next to his brother and parents. We had a very nice conversation.

Q & A with award-winning filmmaker Michelle Le Brun. “Harken Productions’ mission is to produce compelling films that challenge our assumptions about life and awaken our passion for truth.” READ: www.oceanstatestories.org/q-a-with-awa...

Incredible journey: Trackers show where some Rhode Island plastic bottles wind up. The same traits that make plastic prized also make it a growing toxic hazard, because it takes thousands of years to break down. READ: www.oceanstatestories.org/incredible-j...

Judge issues temporary relief to housing, domestic violence prevention groups. Trump administration’s new policies for HUD, Health and Human Services grants cause ‘immediate harm,’ lawyer argues. READ: www.oceanstatestories.org/judge-issues...

Salve Regina professor awed by NOAA’s work on the ocean. “Bird populations on the open ocean, the whale populations on the open ocean, are just known by those people who observe it.” READ: www.oceanstatestories.org/salve-regina...

Q & A with Diana Franchitto, president & CEO of HopeHealth. “We want to ensure that patients and their families feel supported as they seamlessly transition to palliative care or hospice.” READ: www.oceanstatestories.org/q-a-with-dia...

Alan Hassenfeld's obituary with funeral arrangements, as published by Sugarman Sinai Memorial Chapel. Additional tributes follow after the end. READ via link at www.gwaynemiller.com

Summer Study Sessions Keep Some Lawmakers in School. This year they’re hitting the books to learn about climate change and flooding. READ: www.oceanstatestories.org/summer-study...

Ongoing study demonstrates the power of physical activity to help children and adolescents with ADHD. Researcher Nicole Logan and team part of national effort. READ: www.oceanstatestories.org/ongoing-stud...

R.I. homelessness is down, but more people are out in the cold? New data says it’s true. READ: www.oceanstatestories.org/r-i-homeless...

RIP Alan Hassenfeld, philanthropist, benefactor and corporate leader during his many years as chairman and CEO of Hasbro. A uniquely great man (and longtime friend) who cared deeply for others. This is a photo a few years ago of him lunching with me and Al Verrecchia, who succeeded him at Hasbro.

Q & A with author Tabitha Lord. “I’ve been writing for as long as I can remember! I loved to write stories as a child.” READ: www.oceanstatestories.org/q-a-with-tab...

Words cannot express how terrible this is. Thoughts and prayers for all involved. www.nytimes.com/live/2025/07...

Jim Ludes and I had a great time on The Rhode Show today discussing with Brenda Kirby the 400th episode of Story in the Public Square, airing in this market at 11 a.m. Sunday on Rhode Island PBS & The Public's Radio. Thanks for having us on, Brendan! WATCH: www.wpri.com/rhode-show/a...

From Newport to the nation: Story in the Public Square is a Rhode Island institution. “Recognized last month with its twelfth Telly Award in 8 years, the home-grown series has helped grow RI’s reputation as place where important ideas are hatched and explored.” READ: salve.edu/news/news-li...

Highly recommended, a new book by Barry Cronin! I have known Barry and the other members of his family since elementary school. This is a huge accomplishment. Go buy it! www.amazon.com/dp/196843206...