URI Campus Police Officers Erica Vieira and Mike Viola pose with police dogs Figero (left) and Trigger (right). Photo by James McIntosh. Thursday, Feb. 13 At 12:23 a.m., a drug offense occurred at Butterfield Hall. A police report was filed. At 2:48 a.m., a report of suspicious activity was reported at Garrahy Hall. Assistance was…
Antiviral masks are now being offered by Health Services as the threat of the coronavirus continues. Photo by James McIntosh. As the novel coronavirus, or “COVID-19,” has gained global attention, the United State’s influenza epidemic has fallen under the radar. A reflection of the epidemic’s reach can be seen at the University of Rhode Island…
Student Senate poses for picture after their weekly Wednesday night meeting. Photo by James McIntosh. At this week’s meeting, the Student Senate passed a resolution, provided information about elections and held a public forum. A resolution by Senator Tim Berard to provide free menstrual products in all bathrooms passed unanimously with no abstentions. “I talked…
Check out this week’s Five Cent Cigar Newscast – – – R/V Endeavor: Shot and edited by John Frenzel Judo Club: Written, shot, and edited by Leah Crowley Student Senate Presidential Debate: Written by Evan McAlice Shot by Nicole Wagner Edited by Leah Crowley Rhody Sports Corner: Written and edited by Nolan Reilly Shot by…
Let’s be honest, college kids’ forte isn’t exactly extravagant or costly romantic gestures. Not everyone has the pleasure of being romantically involved with someone as well. So if you’re looking for a ballin’-on-a-budget deal, or some low stakes fun this Valentine’s Day, look no further than some advice from your two favorite Cigar editors. Picturesque…
Watch this week’s 5 Cent Cigar Newscast – – – Edit: The art exhibit is titled “Big Painting” Anchors: Evan McAlice and Imani Fleming Novel Coronavirus Student Perspective: Written and edited by Leah Crowley Shot by Leah Crowley Autumn Walter Big Painting: Written by Imani Fleming Shot by James Singer Edited by Leah Crowley Musicians…
Full Student Senate poses for a picture after meeting. Photo by James McIntosh. The University of Rhode Island Student Senate welcomed President David Dooley yesterday for a presentation on URI’s budget. Dooley announced to the Senate that the University is expecting to collect $10 million more from revenue over the next academic year. This is…
It’s that time of year again! You’re either super excited for Valentine’s Day or you’re planning to buy a pint of Ben & Jerry’s and watch a movie about the relationship you wish you had. If your night looks like the latter, here are the best movies to watch while sobbing about your nonexistent love…
“Birds of Prey” is the very definition of style over substance where there are plenty of great action sequences and interesting performances within a basic plot told in a non linear structure. The film begins with newly single Harley Quinn dealing and the various people trying to kill her because the Joker is not protecting…
The Dayton Flyers are good. With all the momentum in the world in the form of a 10-game winning streak, Rhode Island Men’s Basketball’s Tuesday night match-up with the No. 6 ranked Flyers was a serious needle moving opportunity. Instead, the much heralded squad from Ohio led by All-American Obi Toppin very much showed their…