By Alexa Thompson Salve Regina University will be sponsoring a public blood drive on Sept. 25, 26, and 27 from 12-6 pm for the benefit of the Rhode Island Blood Center, aiming to collect at least 50 pints of blood. The blood drive, which will be held in Ochre Court, encourages Salve Regina alumni, faculty, students, staff, and the publicRead More

There’s a lot at stake for college students in this election, but perhaps no issue more immediate than student loans. Barack Obama and Mitt Romney have strikingly divergent stances on this issue, stances that have real consequences for your wallet and for the role of government in supporting opportunity and advancement for next generations. Every college student needs to knowRead More

By Kelsey Murray – Everyone familiar with Newport knows that it is home to some of the most delicious restaurants in Rhode Island. There are steak houses, tacquerias and pubs. A tiny restaurant in a hidden corner of Newport, RI is Marina Café & Pub. As students we don’t necessarily have the money to eat out all of the time.Read More

By Mia Lupo – When we think of American propaganda during World War II, we think of the graphic posters illustrating marching soldiers and Uncle Sam urging the reader to “BUY WAR BONDS.” We picture Rosie the Riveter wearing her red bandana and blue shirt, flexing her arm, telling female viewers “WE CAN DO IT” and contribute to war effort.Read More

By Lauren Lisitano – Joseph Farias III decided to open his own salon in Newport in October 2006.  He originally wanted a space in Providence, but found this Newport property and decided he was led here for a reason.  Celebeautique is classified as an upscale, private boutique-salon located on the second floor in Brick Alley.  Farias always gives back toRead More