May 6, 2022

Building Connections
Episode 27 with Kathy Sullivan & Bob Houghtaling

 Tori for Change

Cathy Andreozzi discusses how a driver, under the influence of alcohol, hit her daughter, Tori, leaving the young girl severely hurt. This horrific event not only impacted an entire family, it would also serve as an impetus for change....

Apr 5, 2022

Building Connections
Episode 26 with Kathy Sullivan & Bob Houghtaling

An Accepting Place

Rachel Channen, from the Warwick Boys and Girls Club in Warwick (Club at Cooper), discusses the wide array of services her program offers youth. Utilizing music, technology, art and more, the club plays an integral role in...

Mar 29, 2022

Building Connections
Episode 25 with Kathy Sullivan & Bob Houghtaling

 Preparing the Community

Andrew Nota, East Greenwich Town Manager, explains how the recent Opioid Settlement(s) and potential legislation of marijuana will influence local communities. Special emphasis is placed on social and financial impacts as well...

Mar 24, 2022

Mulling it Over
with Bob Houghtaling

 Making Dreams a Reality

Dr. Omar Bah tells his incredible story which includes escaping Gambia after being given a death sentence, by a Warlord, to finding a new life in America. Along the way he created the Refugee Dream Center, earned a Doctorate, and is now running for...

Mar 15, 2022

Building Connections
Episode 24 with Kathy Sullivan & Bob Houghtaling

 Addressing Many Needs

Mike Fratus, with Warwick’s Collaborative/Substance Abuse Task Force and CCAP, discusses adding a Health Equity Zone to the city’s tool kit. Special emphasis is placed on how the Health Equity Zone will address the needs of...