Bill Seymour

1 week ago | independentri.com | Bill Seymour

What the eyes may tire of, the ears may long for. So goes I. Michael Grossman’s thoughts on the next iteration of his self-publishing enterprise, EBook Bakery. The long-time self-publisher, who helps to make book publishing available for the average person wanting a vanity imprint or to avoid hassles with large publishing houses, is turning his ear toward figuring out if he can make audiobooks at a cost below expensive recording operations.

1 week ago | independentri.com | Bill Seymour

Two young politicos recently turned South Kingstown Town Hall into their own stage show —because nothing says a lack of leadership like public drama and an insatiable thirst for attention. South Kingstown Town Councilman Jay Wegimont and Narragansett Republican Town Committee Chairman Anthony D’Ellena have found themselves at the center of a political firestorm — one that reflects poorly on both men, their judgment, and the leadership standards they claim to uphold.

1 week ago | independentri.com | Bill Seymour

NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. — After four years of steady work, the Town of North Kingstown has completed the first phase of its Ryan Park Trails improvement project. Town Manager Ralph Mollis formally announced the project’s completion last week, highlighting extensive collaboration among town departments, residents, and local organizations, in addition to funding from the state Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM) Green Space Recreational Trail Grant.

1 week ago | independentri.com | Bill Seymour

NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. — North Kingstown Town Manager Ralph Mollis recently gave a sweeping update on major town projects, highlighting everything from capital upgrades to community initiatives — all backed by strong partnerships and meeting various needs of residents.

1 week ago | independentri.com | Bill Seymour

It’s closing time for Shaidzon Beer Company and, as the end-of-the-night 1998 bar song by Semisonic goes, that means patrons have “one last call for alcohol, so, finish your whiskey or beer.” “We are selling because we have made the decision that it is best for us, for our families and for Shaidzon,” said Chip Samson, who along with partner Josh Letourneau, launched the brewery with their passion for craft brewing and a vision to grow something lasting in South County’s evolving beer scene...