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As Seen on ABC6Cumberland Soup RecallWASHINGTON, Aug. 19, 2008 - Simmering Soup, Inc., a Cumberland, R.I., establishment, is recalling approximately 987 pounds of ready-to-eat chicken noodle products because they may contain soy, a known allergen, which is not declared on the label, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service announced today... Send Your Positive Thoughts to YAZCarl Yastrzemski is recovering after undergoing a triple bypass on Tuesday. He could use all the support and well-wishes you can give. Enter your positive thoughts for YAZ here and we'll pass them along to the former Red Sox great... RI School and District Report CardsAs part of the ongoing process of school improvement, RIDE issues annual report cards on all public schools, on all school districts, and on the state itself... RI Education - Office of Assessment and AccountabilityThe No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) required states to establish an accountability system that would hold every school and district responsible for student progress towards proficiency in reading (or ELA) and mathematics... Christina Applegate Breast Cancer InterviewA month after being diagnosed with breast cancer, actress Christina Applegate, 36, is "100 percent" cancer-free, she told "Good Morning America's" Robin Roberts in an exclusive interview... Childhood Lead Action ProjectListed are some resources and links that we think you will find helpful in learning more about lead poisoning in children. This section is always growing, so please check back... Adverse Events from Antibiotics?ScienceDaily (Aug. 13, 2008) — Adverse events from antibiotics cause an estimated 142,000 emergency department visits per year in the United States, according to a study published in the September 15, 2008 issue of Clinical Infectious Diseases. Common Cause - Holding Power AccountableCommon Cause is a nonpartisan, nonprofit advocacy organization founded in 1970 by John Gardner as a vehicle for citizens to make their voices heard in the political process and to hold their elected leaders accountable to the public interest... Rhode Island Resource RecoveryUse this link to find out more about hazardous material recycling in Rhode Island. FOR INFORMATION ON ALZHEIMER'SBOSTON, Mass. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Half of a million people in the United States under age 65 have Alzheimer's. Every seventy-one seconds someone develops it. By 2050 the Alzheimer's Association predicts that number will climb to every thirty-three seconds. AMERICA'S TRANSPORTATION AWARD: PEOPLE'S CHOICE VOTEThe People’s Choice Award is everyone’s chance to vote on-line for their favorite project that reduced congestion, created new access, or opened up new business opportunities... Federal Housing Tax CreditFor aspiring home owners who find their goal stubbornly elusive, newly enacted legislation providing a tax credit of as much as $7,500 for first-time home buyers might just be the opportunity of a lifetime... Rhode Island Community Food BankFor twenty-five years, the Rhode Island Community Food Bank has worked to ensure that every Rhode Islander has access to the healthy, nutritious food they need. The Food Bank distributes approximately eight million pounds of food to Rhode Islanders in need through a network of over 300 member agencies... Stimulus Payment UpdateIf you haven't yet filed a tax return to get your stimulus payment, you still have time to do so. But you must file by Oct. 15 to get your payment this year. And if you've already filed to get your payment but have a question or issue, it might be addressed here... The Emancipation NetworkThe Emancipation Network (TEN) is an international organization dedicated to fighting human trafficking and modern day slavery. We help survivors of slavery rebuild their lives after rescue from slavery, with sustainable income, education and help reintegrating into society... Farm Aid TicketsFarm Aid 2008 featuring. Willie Nelson, Mellencamp, Neil Young, Dave Matthews, etc... Rhode Island Beach Closings and AdvisoriesThe Mission of the Beach Monitoring Program is to protect the public from illnesses associated with swimming in contaminated bathing waters... Sly DialSlydial is a free voice messaging service that connects you directly to someone's mobile voicemail... Northeast Organic Farming Association of Rhode IslandNOFA/RI is an organization of consumers, gardeners, farmers and environmentalists working to promote organic farming practices and supporting all efforts for a healthier, sustainable agricultural system... Emmy Nominees: The Class of 2008NBC's 30 Rock and AMC's Mad Men led all series at the 60th annual Primetime Emmy nominations, announced this morning by Pushing Daisies' Kristin Chenoweth and How I Met Your Mother's Neil Patrick Harris (both Emmy nominees themselves this year)... Frozen Stuffed Chicken RecallWASHINGTON, July 14, 2008 - Nestlé Prepared Foods Company, a Mt. Sterling, Ky., establishment, is recalling approximately 199,417 pounds of frozen stuffed chicken sandwich products that may contain pieces of plastic... Fannie Mae-Owned Property SearchFannie Mae has properties for sale in communities across the United States. To search the database of Fannie Mae-owned properties, use the form... Get Hurricane Ready, Rhode Island!The link above is a site dedicated to hurricane-readiness for Rhode Islanders. It's a partnership between the state and FLASH (Federal Alliance for Safe Homes). Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH)Click the link above for information on how to protect your home in the event of a natural disaster or emergency situation. Rhode Island Day at Fenway ParkBOSTON (AP) - The Boston Red Sox have designated Aug. 3 as Rhode Island Day at Fenway Park. The World Series champions will honor their fans from the Ocean State by making some tickets for that day's game against the Oakland Athletics available exclusively to Rhode Island residents through an online drawing. Registration for the random ticket drawing starts Thursday at www.redsox.com Lightning SafetySummer is the peak season for one of the nation's deadliest weather phenomena— lightning. But don't be fooled, lightning strikes year-round. The goal of this Website is to safeguard U.S. residents from lightning... Crib RecallWASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed... Bristol's 4th of July CelebrationThis year, in conjunction with Comcast Cable, ABC 6 News will be bringing you complete coverage of the 223rd Bristol Fourth of July Parade. Click the link above to find out more about all the events leading up to the parade, including the Summer Concert Series schedule. Sakonnet Bridge DetourThe Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) has listed the posted vehicle weight for the Sakonnet River Bridge at 18 tons. Heavier vehicles will need to use alternate routes... Celtics WallpaperShow your Celtics pride! Just follow the directions at the bottom of the page, and you can add any of the following Celtics images to your desktop! Select wallpapers now featuring 1600x1200 resolution for larger monitors. All photos courtesy of the Boston Celtics... Set Matt Free Of RSDMatt's family is reaching out for support get their son access to some experimental treatment in an effort to cure him of a rare disorder. Click the link to find out more, and to find out how you can help. The American Red CrossBecause of the recent floods and relief efforts, The Red Cross says it is out of money. The charity is taking out loans to pay for shelters and food. The struggling economy could be the reason less donations are coming in. People can donate by calling 1-800-helpnow, or by going to www.redcross.org Farm Fresh Rhode IslandFarm Fresh Rhode Island is growing a local food system that values the environment, health and quality of life of Rhode Island farmers and eaters... FDA Tomato RecallThe Food and Drug Administration is expanding its warning to consumers nationwide that a salmonellosis outbreak has been linked to consumption of certain raw red plum, red Roma, and red round tomatoes, and products containing these raw, red tomatoes... Gamblers Anonymous WebsiteMost of us have been unwilling to admit we were real problem gamblers. No one likes to think they are different from their fellows. Therefore, it is not surprising that our gambling careers have been characterized by countless vain attempts to prove we could gamble like other people.... The Newport International Film FestivalEvery summer starts off with the promise of sun and fun. It may be impossible to guarantee the sun, but the Newport International Film Festival can guarantee the fun... Test Your Driving Know-how!There are 25 questions. Good Luck!...1. When planning to make a left turn across an intersection and you are waiting in the middle of the intersection for the traffic to clear, your front tires should be turned... New IWAY Gano Street Exit MapOn May 22, 2008, a new Exit 2 will open from the eastbound IWAY to provide access to Gano Street and the East Side via India Street. The old Exit 3 will close. Access to new Exit 2 will be from the IWAY via Exit 19 from I-95 northbound... AP investigations finds alarming number of drugs in drinking waterA vast array of pharmaceuticals (AP) -- including antibiotics, anti-convulsants, mood stabilizers and sex hormones - have been found in the drinking water supplies of at least 41 million Americans, an Associated Press investigation shows. Ex-Wife Web ClubAnyone who's gone through divorce will say it isn't easy. Legal, financial and psychological issues can be overwhelming. But a new online service called "The Ex-Wife Web Club" is designed to give women the power, tools and support they need. Click on the link title above for more information. March Madness BracketWould you like to keep track of your favorite NCAA Basketball team during March Madness? Click on the link to view the Tournament Bracket. Fed up driver invents fuel efficient "car"After one Maine resident was fed up with paying sky-high prices for gas, he creates a car that gets 100 miles a gallon. Vaccines and Autism: Is there a link?Are childhood vaccines triggering autism? That question is being raised and in one unprecedented settlement, one family gets justice. ABC6 anchors Alison Alexander and Melissa Mahan talked with Wendy Fournier, the President of the National Autism Association, about the significance of the case. |
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