Some relationships don't fall apart because two people stopped loving each other. They fall apart because two people stopped talking about the things that actually mattered. Difficult conversations can be uncomfortable, and it can feel easier to change the subject, keep the peace, or convince yourself that whatever is bothering you isn't important enough to … Continue reading RELATIONSHIP TALK: Stop Avoiding Conversations That Matter
Street Smart: Walking Safely at Night
Walking at night is part of everyday life for many people. You may be coming home from work, leaving a restaurant, walking from public transportation, taking the dog outside, heading across a parking lot, or simply enjoying an evening walk. Most nighttime walks are uneventful, but darkness changes your surroundings. Visibility is reduced, fewer people … Continue reading Street Smart: Walking Safely at Night
Trevor Goosby Powers Texas’ 20-Point Comeback Against No. 1 Ohio State, Earns Outland Trophy Weekly Honor
By Tiffany Williams - Texas needed protection, power and time to pull off a stunning comeback against the No. 1 team in the country. Offensive tackle Trevor Goosby delivered all three, helping the Longhorns erase a 20-point deficit and beat Ohio State, 24-23, on Saturday. The Football Writers Association of America named Goosby the Outland … Continue reading Trevor Goosby Powers Texas’ 20-Point Comeback Against No. 1 Ohio State, Earns Outland Trophy Weekly Honor
Healthy Living: The Importance of Preventive Care
Taking care of your health shouldn't begin only when something hurts, feels wrong, or becomes serious enough to interfere with your daily life. Preventive care is about paying attention to your health before a problem becomes an emergency. Regular checkups, recommended screenings, vaccinations, dental care, eye examinations, and conversations with healthcare professionals can help identify … Continue reading Healthy Living: The Importance of Preventive Care
Savvy Cruiser: Couples vs Family vs Solo Cruising — What to Expect
By Tiffany Williams - One of the great things about cruising is that the same ship can provide completely different vacations depending on who is traveling. A couple looking for a romantic getaway, a family traveling with children, and someone taking their first solo cruise may all board the same ship but experience the week … Continue reading Savvy Cruiser: Couples vs Family vs Solo Cruising — What to Expect
Back to School: Helping Kids Adjust to a New Grade
Moving into a new grade can be exciting for children, but it can also bring uncertainty, nervousness, and pressure. A new teacher, different classmates, harder schoolwork, changing schedules, and increased expectations can make the beginning of the school year feel overwhelming, even for children who normally enjoy school. Parents can help by recognizing that adjusting … Continue reading Back to School: Helping Kids Adjust to a New Grade
Rhode Island Holds No. 8 Ranking in Stats Perform FCS Top 25, No. 13 in AFCA Coaches Poll
By Tiffany Williams - Rhode Island is holding its ground nationally. The Rams maintained their positions in both major FCS Top 25 polls this week, while Campbell, Elon, UAlbany and Monmouth continued to receive national recognition as CAA Football moves deeper into conference play. Rhode Island remained No. 8 in the Stats Perform FCS Top … Continue reading Rhode Island Holds No. 8 Ranking in Stats Perform FCS Top 25, No. 13 in AFCA Coaches Poll
WooSox Return to Polar Park for Final Homestand of 2026, Six Games of Fan Appreciation Against Durham
By Tiffany Williams - After two weeks on the road, the Worcester Red Sox are coming home. The WooSox return to Polar Park Tuesday night to open their final six-game homestand of the 2026 season, beginning a packed Fan Appreciation Week/Weekend against the Durham Bulls. Worcester returns after a long road swing through Buffalo and … Continue reading WooSox Return to Polar Park for Final Homestand of 2026, Six Games of Fan Appreciation Against Durham
Connecticut Sun Begin Final Four Games Before 23-Year WNBA Era Comes to an End
By Tiffany Williams - For more than two decades, the Connecticut Sun have walked onto the basketball court at Mohegan Sun Arena carrying the name of a state, the history of a tribe and the expectations of a region that already knew something about loving women’s basketball. Now, after 23 seasons, Connecticut is preparing for … Continue reading Connecticut Sun Begin Final Four Games Before 23-Year WNBA Era Comes to an End
MLB Playoff Picture: Red Sox in Strong Position as Division Races Tighten With Two Weeks to Go
By Tiffany Williams - The calendar says September, and Major League Baseball has reached the point where every win carries weight. Tampa Bay, Milwaukee and Los Angeles are sitting on top of their divisions, Boston is firmly positioned in the American League playoff picture, and several races remain unsettled with roughly a dozen games remaining … Continue reading MLB Playoff Picture: Red Sox in Strong Position as Division Races Tighten With Two Weeks to Go
MLB Monday Night Roundup: Yankees Roll, Cubs and White Sox Win as Padres, Diamondbacks Survive 8-7 Thrillers
By Tiffany Williams - Monday night brought another packed slate across Major League Baseball, with one-run finishes in New York and St. Louis, offensive battles in Colorado and Arizona, and big nights for the Yankees, White Sox and Cubs. Ten games filled the schedule, and half were decided by three runs or fewer. The Chicago … Continue reading MLB Monday Night Roundup: Yankees Roll, Cubs and White Sox Win as Padres, Diamondbacks Survive 8-7 Thrillers
NFL Week 1 Delivers Fireworks: Chicago Scores 59, Detroit Survives 31-30 and Buffalo Wins Shootout
By Tiffany Williams - NFL Week 1 came out swinging. Chicago erupted for 59 points, Baltimore rolled behind Lamar Jackson and Derrick Henry, Detroit survived an overtime thriller, Buffalo outlasted Houston, and Kansas City closed the opening week with a convincing Monday night victory over Denver. The week opened Wednesday night in Seattle, where the … Continue reading NFL Week 1 Delivers Fireworks: Chicago Scores 59, Detroit Survives 31-30 and Buffalo Wins Shootout
Newsroom Headlines: 13-Year-Old Killed in Portland Crash, Ludlow Home Invasion Arrests, Sandwich Officer Enters Treatment and Rhode Island Recounts
By Tiffany Williams - NEW ENGLAND — A 13-year-old boy is dead after a crash in Portland, Maine. Three people have been arrested following a violent home invasion in Ludlow. A Cape Cod police officer accused of driving under the influence has entered treatment, while three closely contested primary races in Rhode Island are headed … Continue reading Newsroom Headlines: 13-Year-Old Killed in Portland Crash, Ludlow Home Invasion Arrests, Sandwich Officer Enters Treatment and Rhode Island Recounts
What’s The Tea Tuesday: Low-Barrier Housing Is the Wrong Approach to Homelessness
By Tiffany Williams - Let me make something clear from the beginning: I support helping people experiencing homelessness. I support sober living homes. I support transitional housing. I support programs that give people struggling with addiction, mental illness, poverty, and instability an opportunity to rebuild their lives. What I do not support is spending enormous … Continue reading What’s The Tea Tuesday: Low-Barrier Housing Is the Wrong Approach to Homelessness
New Hampshire Claims Two CAA Football Week 2 Awards as Rhode Island, Bryant Standouts Also Honored
By Laura Soukkavong - CAA Football announced its Week 2 award winners for the 2026 season, with New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Bryant all represented after standout individual performances. New Hampshire senior running back Joquez Smith was named the CAA Football Offensive Player of the Week after a dominant performance in the Wildcats’ 42-35 win … Continue reading New Hampshire Claims Two CAA Football Week 2 Awards as Rhode Island, Bryant Standouts Also Honored
Newsroom Headlines: Body Found in Merrimack River, Boston Ghost Gun Arrest, CVS Knife Fight, Deadly Connecticut Crash and Worcester Market Raid
By Tiffany Williams - NEW ENGLAND — A body recovered from the Merrimack River. A ghost gun discovered during a Boston traffic stop. A confrontation involving knives inside a Dorchester CVS. A deadly motorcycle crash in Connecticut. And in Worcester, police say an investigation into neighborhood complaints led them to synthetic marijuana, alcohol, flavored tobacco … Continue reading Newsroom Headlines: Body Found in Merrimack River, Boston Ghost Gun Arrest, CVS Knife Fight, Deadly Connecticut Crash and Worcester Market Raid
New Hampshire Survives Stonehill’s 514-Yard Offensive Attack for 42-35 Victory
By Tiffany Williams - DURHAM, N.H. — Stonehill outgained New Hampshire by 166 yards, controlled the football for more than 37 minutes and threw for 380 yards, but the Wildcats used explosive special-teams plays and three touchdowns from Joquez Smith to escape with a 42-35 victory Friday night at Wildcat Stadium. New Hampshire improved to … Continue reading New Hampshire Survives Stonehill’s 514-Yard Offensive Attack for 42-35 Victory
N.C. Central Rides PleZ Lawrence’s 210-Yard, Three-Touchdown Day Past North Carolina A&T, 30-22
By Tiffany Williams - DURHAM, N.C. — PleZ Lawrence turned in a dominant performance on the ground, rushing for 210 yards and three touchdowns as N.C. Central defeated North Carolina A&T 30-22 Friday afternoon at O’Kelly-Riddick Stadium. N.C. Central improved to 2-1 while North Carolina A&T fell to 0-3. The Eagles built a 23-14 halftime … Continue reading N.C. Central Rides PleZ Lawrence’s 210-Yard, Three-Touchdown Day Past North Carolina A&T, 30-22
South Dakota State Buries New Haven 57-14 Behind Mason’s Three Touchdown Passes, 512 Yards of Offense
By Tiffany Williams - BROOKINGS, S.D. — New Haven stayed within three points through the opening quarter, but South Dakota State turned the game into a rout with 33 points in the second quarter and eventually rolled to a 57-14 victory Friday night at Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium. South Dakota State improved to 2-1, while … Continue reading South Dakota State Buries New Haven 57-14 Behind Mason’s Three Touchdown Passes, 512 Yards of Offense
Ball State Pulls Away From Stony Brook for 41-17 Victory Behind Luster’s Three Touchdown Passes
By Tiffany Williams - MUNCIE, Ind. — Ball State turned three Keldric Luster touchdown passes into a commanding first-half advantage and then unleashed a pair of explosive touchdown runs late in the fourth quarter to defeat Stony Brook 41-17 Friday afternoon at Scheumann Stadium. Ball State improved to 1-1 while Stony Brook fell to 1-2. … Continue reading Ball State Pulls Away From Stony Brook for 41-17 Victory Behind Luster’s Three Touchdown Passes
Merrimack Turns Defense, Special Teams Into 23-14 Road Victory Over Maine
By Tiffany Williams - ORONO, Maine — Merrimack did not need a prolific passing attack to take down Maine. The Warriors turned to their defense, special teams and a punishing ground game, scoring on a blocked punt return and an interception return before putting the game away with a late safety in a 23-14 victory … Continue reading Merrimack Turns Defense, Special Teams Into 23-14 Road Victory Over Maine
Coastal Carolina Pulls Away From Fordham for 45-7 Victory Behind Bailey’s Three Touchdown Passes
By Tiffany Williams - CONWAY, S.C. — Fordham matched Coastal Carolina at 7-7 early in the second quarter, but the Chanticleers responded with 38 unanswered points and turned a competitive start into a 45-7 victory Friday night at Brooks Stadium. Coastal Carolina improved to 1-1, while Fordham fell to 0-3 overall and 0-1 in conference … Continue reading Coastal Carolina Pulls Away From Fordham for 45-7 Victory Behind Bailey’s Three Touchdown Passes
Florida Explodes for 35-Point Second Quarter, Rolls Past Campbell 52-3
By Tiffany Williams - GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Campbell struck first and briefly put Florida on its heels Friday night, but the Gators responded with an avalanche of points, including two punt-return touchdowns by Vernell Brown III, to turn a competitive opening quarter into a 52-3 rout at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Florida improved to 2-0 … Continue reading Florida Explodes for 35-Point Second Quarter, Rolls Past Campbell 52-3
Boston College Holds Off Rutgers 28-21 Behind McKenzie, Pough and Four Takeaways
By Tiffany Williams - CHESTNUT HILL, Mass. — Boston College built a 17-point first-half lead, watched Rutgers fight all the way back to within one score, and then relied on a 78-yard fourth-quarter touchdown pass and a defense that intercepted AJ Surace four times to secure a 28-21 victory Friday night at Alumni Stadium. Boston … Continue reading Boston College Holds Off Rutgers 28-21 Behind McKenzie, Pough and Four Takeaways
Western Michigan Overwhelms Monmouth 49-14 Behind Lowry, Buckley and Explosive Second Half
By Tiffany Williams - KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Monmouth finished with more total offense, more first downs and more time of possession, but Western Michigan controlled the moments that mattered and turned explosive plays, short fields and red-zone efficiency into a 49-14 victory Friday night at Stafford-Smith Field at Waldo Stadium. Western Michigan improved to 1-1, … Continue reading Western Michigan Overwhelms Monmouth 49-14 Behind Lowry, Buckley and Explosive Second Half