Celebrations in Business

Celebrations in Business Celebrating Business Success in the East Bay

A SPECIAL SUPPLEMENT TO

EAST BAY NEWSPAPERS

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Tradition and honoring family are strong values at Phil Gasbarro’s Barrington Liquors

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amily tradition and a loyalty to her heritage is important to Nicole Gasbarro, third generation Operator and Chief Executive Officer of Phil Gasbarro’s Liquor store on Warren Avenue in East Providence.

Carrying on her family business that started in the 1940’s and is still going strong today, Nicole understands the changing times and has a pulse on the needs of her customers.

A 2015 graduate of George Mason University with a degree in psychology and business, she started working at her father Chris Gasbarro’s Seekonk store and learned the business from the ground up.

“I started working on the floor and learned the ropes through my dad and his 35 years of experience. When I left working at my dad’s store, I took over the East Providence store in January of last year and I wanted to fulfill my grandparent’s legacy by working hard to make it succeed,” she said.

Her grandfather Phil had a store in Cranston and moved the store to East Providence in the early 1960's. Phil passed away 21 years ago, and her grandmother Anna ran the store before taking ill. Her cousin Lou Gasbarro ran the store for many years after that and at 86 is a blessing to Nicole as she takes the business in to the future.

“Lou has seen it all. He knows all the customers and knows how my grandparents did things. Their values shine through in the way Lou has run the business. He is amazing and works six days a week. He is a true inspiration and has helped me learn a lot,” she said.

Nicole oversees 17 employees and does the scheduling, hiring, buying and bringing in new products. She has freshened up the store with new paint and displays but has keep the integrity of the shop.

“When I got here it was a throwback to the 1970’s. I didn’t want to take away any of the history of the space, but simply give it a facelift. We brought in new signage and new stock” she said.

New to the store is tastings and food and wine pairing events that you can check the Phil Gasbarro's Barrington Liquors, Inc Facebook page for updates on.

With fresh eyes and a renewed ener-

gy, Nicole brings a vast knowledge of wine. She has spent time in Portugal and Italy studying wine and did an externship at Gallo Wineries in Napa Valley and Sonoma County, California learning the industry during the crucial harvesting time period.

She feels the best way to sell wine is to drink it and know how and where it is made.

In keeping with the family atmosphere of the store, the store carries a variety of items for every taste and price point.

From a $3 bargain bin to high end champagne or a rare bourbon, on top of a huge variety in between, they aim to cater to all their customers - just as her grandparents did for decades.

“East Providence is a melting pot with a diverse population. We try and serve the community as best we can by offering a competitive price and a variety to appeal to everyone,” she said.

Like Us On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PhilGasbarros/

ABOVE: Lou, Chris and Nicole represent three proud generations of Gasbarro’s.

AT LEFT: Anna and Phil Gasbarro opened their first store in Cranston before moving to East Providence in the early 1960s.

Phil Gasbarro's Barrington Liquors 618 Warren Ave, East Providence, RI 02914

(401) 434-9556 Hours: 9 AM - 9 PM Monday – Thursday 9 AM- 10 PM Friday – Saturday • 10 AM – 5 PM Sunday

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Bad Dog Painting celebrates 17 years of providing quality and professionalism

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or more than 17 years, Bill Souza’s company Bad Dog Painting has been providing affordable quality painting for homes and businesses throughout Southern New England and beyond. His team of licensed and insured professionals go the extra mile for their clients.

As owner and operator, Bill will supervise each painting project. His years of experience and stability reassure you, the customer, that you are receiving professional, outstanding customer service and high-quality workmanship.

BadDog is much more than a painting crew. They are lead paint certified and offer free professional consultations and accurate estimates.

As a professional painting consultant and U.S. veteran, Bill always gives the customer a clear idea of each project, provides a written estimate, and makes professional recommendations.

Services include interior and exterior painting, power washing and wood restoration, brush and spray applications and epoxy repairs. All their work is completely guaranteed for one year.

That’s worth something to celebrate!

His professional services are a step above the rest by always being on time and efficient.

“When we say we are going to be there, we’re there. Its on-time delivery.

We are also known for being the cleanest and quickest painters you have ever seen; we get in and get out,” he said.

In addition to residential jobs, BadDog is known for exceptional work on commercial buildings, up-scale boutique hotels in particular.

In the past few years, they completed renovation work at the Gilded Hotel in Newport and the Attwater, also in Newport. The Gilded Hotel is known for their bold color schemes.

“Everything at the Gilded is over the top. Even the outside of the building is purple. We did the inside and outside,” he said.

This past year, BadDog took on one of the biggest commercial projects to date with the renovation of the former

Wesley Hotel on Martha’s Vineyard.

The distinctive Oak Bluffs hotel has been in continuous operation as a destination for travelers since 1879.

The property was in serious need of a renovation, and in wanting to embrace this new lease on life, the owners felt that it was time for a change... but a change that truly honors the history of the building.

They made the right choice when hiring BadDog to do the work.

“We painted all 96 rooms plus common areas throughout the complete old Wesley Hotel on Martha's Vineyard now called Summer Camp. This is where the secret service stay when the president was vacationing there.

We were there from November 2015 through May 2016 when they opened for May 18th,” Mr. Souza said.

Bright and sunny, Summer Camp was brought into the 21st century with the much-needed facelift provided by Mr. Souza and his talented team of professionals.

No job is too big for BadDog. They love taking on a challenge and won’t disappoint in the end. Give them a call for a free estimate and you will see that they are a cut above the rest in professional painting services. Visit them on Facebook to see some of the expert work BadDog has completed and see why BadDog Painting is the best solution for all your renovation needs.

BadDog Painting, LLC 401-623-9045 www.baddogpainting.net Also find them on Facebook

In 2016, Bad Dog took part in several major and noteworthy renovations, including the Gilded Hotel and the Attwater, both in Newport, as well as the Wesley Hotel in Oak Bluff on Martha’s Vineyard.

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Aspire Dermatology celebrates opening of new location in Tiverton

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spire Dermatology, with offices conveniently located in Riverside, Newport and Johnston, has recently opened a fourth location in Tiverton, RI. Aspire Dermatology is a full service medical and surgical provider of dermatology services, offering skin screenings, general dermatology, Mohs surgery and cosmetic procedures.

Aspire Dermatology was founded by Jason Michaels, M.D., who has almost two decades of experience as a boardcertified dermatologist and Mohs surgeon. He, a nurse practitioner, and staff of physician assistants and aestheticians are ready to serve all your skin care needs professionally and on a timely basis.

Their newest location is in Tiverton and conveniently located off of Route 24 on Route 81. It fills the void of dermatology in the area, especially for those who live in southeastern Massachusetts and the easternmost bay communities of Rhode Island.

Dr. Michaels is one of very few board-certified dermatologists in the area who performs Mohs Micrographic Surgery, a specialized technique to remove skin cancers. Mohs surgery has the highest cure rate of any treatment while also being the most tissue conservative surgical option available.

The procedure is performed at all of the Aspire locations. Since the skin is the largest organ of the body, it is logical that skin cancer is the most common of all cancers, accounting for nearly half of all cancers in the United States. There are more than 2 million cases of basal and squamous cell cancer found annually. Melanoma, the most serious skin cancer type, will account for more than 75,000 cases this year. According to the Melanoma Research Foundation, one in 50 Americans has a lifetime risk of developing melanoma. This means that every eight minutes, someone in the U.S. will be given a melanoma diagnosis and every hour, someone will die from the disease.

Dermatologists treat a range of skin conditions, from actinic keratosis, contact dermatitis, hand dermatitis, and dry skin, to excessive sweating, impetigo, skin tags and warts, as well as preventative skin care, psoriasis, rosacea, shingles, and skin cancer.

Aspire Dermatology provides many other skin related aesthetic services, from laser treatments to very mild peels and skin care products that treat red and brown spots, broken blood vessels and uneven skin tone that come with aging and excessive sun exposure.

Aspire Dermatology is happy to accept SAME DAY APPOINTMENTS and prides itself on customer service and accommodating its clients.

Please call today for an appointment at one of their four friendly locations.

Dr. Jason Michaels, who has more than two decades of experience, is one of very few board-certified dermatologists in the area who performs Mohs Micrographic Surgery, a specialized technique to remove skin cancers.

Riverside • Newport Johnston • Tiverton

(401) 239-1800

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Barrington Printing is alive And well… and still living and growing In Rhode Island

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f you lived in the East Bay between 1981 and 2003, there’s a good chance you remember Barrington Printing as a small familyowned walk-in copy shop on Maple Avenue in Barrington. What you might not know is that the business moved to Cranston in 2003 after outgrowing its facility in the East Bay, a move that has helped Barrington Printing become one of the larger commercial printing and mailing companies in New England.

The company is still family-owned and family-operated: its co-owners are Barry Couto, who started the business with his wife Sharon in 1981, and their oldest son, Keith.

Their other son, Adam, leads the Sales department; Keith’s wife, Nicole, is one of the three salespeople who work alongside Adam; and Barry and Sharon’s daughter, Jane, is the Office Manager. These family members are supported by another 20 or so dedicated staff members who operate their production facility.

The close-knit working environment and attention to detail remain the same from their Maple Avenue days, but one major change is that Barrington Printing is no longer a small walk-in copy shop. The company now prints and mails catalogs, brochures, flyers, postcards and other collateral pieces for companies in Rhode Island and throughout the Northeast. “We went from a copy shop to a full-fledged commercial printer once we moved to Cranston,” Barry says. “But we’ve always stayed true to our core values - strong customer relationships and going the extra mile for our clients.”

Although the company’s customer list has grown to include large national retailers, financial institutions, universities, manufacturing companies, hospitals and health care corporations, they continue to service much of the client base they had while in Barrington. “We are proud to still work with many of our customers from those early days on

AT LEFT: Barry Couto (right) opened Barrington Printing in 1981, and the family business is still going strong today, under the leadership of Barry, son Keith (left) and other family members. ABOVE: The business outgrew its Barrington home and moved to Cranston in 2003, where a large team of employees serve clients both local and national.

Maple Avenue. And we still make daily deliveries to our clients in the East Bay,” says Keith.

Barrington Printing's production division runs two shifts in order to respond to today’s quick turnaround environment. The company's purchase of the former Lewis Graphics has allowed the team to expand the business to this level.

And Joe Lewis, former owner of Lewis Graphics, has stayed on board to serve as the Production Coordinator for the entire production opera-

tion.

Celebrating its 35th year in 2016, Barrington Printing has no plans of slowing down. “We have always been committed to growing and expanding to meet new opportunities,” says Adam. To that end, the company recently added a new division with a full-time staff, Barrington Promotions, which offers branded, promotional products to its customers. As Adam explains, “Many of our clients work in marketing departments and part of their responsibility is purchasing promotional items, such as branded pens, mugs, screen printed t-shirts, or embroidered Polo shirts and jackets. Expanding in this direction was a natural progression for

us.”

Whether it’s printing and mailing one million postcards for a national company, producing five-hundred program books for a local non-profit, or assisting a company in researching and sourcing the right promotional items to reach their marketing goals, Barrington Printing and Barrington Promotions can handle all types of projects - and everything in between.

Contact Barry Couto directly at 401-316-0025 or email him at barry@barringtonprinting.com to discuss how Barrington Printing or Barrington Promotions can help you get the best return on your marketing dollar.

Barrington Printing: www.barringtonprinting.com Barrington Promotions: www.barringtonpromos.com 269 Macklin St. Cranston, RI • 401.943.8300

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Growth and expansion celebrated at Century 21 Topsail Real Estate E

xpansion, growth and expert service is something to celebrate at Century 21 Topsail Realty. Now with three locations encompassing the East Bay, Aquidneck Island and Southeastern Massachusetts, the growing company can better serve the local community.

With more than 62 agents that livein and enjoy the local area, Century 21 Topsail Realty is a full service Real Estate company with the know-how and expertise needed to guide you through the home buying and selling process. They have the distinction of being ranked the number one Century 21 Company in Rhode Island from 2012 through 2015. This year they were ranked in the top 10 in all of Eastern New England. They are very proud of their accomplishment in receiving the Quality Service Pinnacle award from 2012-2015 and are on track to receive it again in 2016.

Their three offices are conveniently located in Bristol, Newport and Tiverton, RI. The Bristol office, located at 729 Hope Street, overlooks picturesque Bristol Harbor; the Newport office, located at 640 Thames Street, is just a few steps from America’s Cup Boulevard and the Tiverton office, located at 1741 Main Road, is located in the heart of the East Bay, nestled between Aquidneck Island and Southeastern MA. These central locations allow quick and easy access to their service areas.

The Century 21 Topsail Realty team has an impressive record of outstanding customer service and has listed and sold thousands of properties.

Their agents are licensed in RI, and many in MA. More than 35 years ago, the company began in Bristol with the founding of Rondeau Associates in 1979 by Robert and Marie Rondeau. The business was purchased by Lisa and Michael Fonseca in 2009. On March 1, 2014, they changed the name from Century 21 Rondeau Associates to Century 21 Topsail Realty – the beginning of the growth and expansion process that has flourished to this day.

In Newport, David and Jennifer Lawrence opened their first office,

Three Locations: 729 Hope St. Bristol, RI Paula J. Martel, manager 401-254-1900 640 Thames St. Newport Jennifer Lawrence, manager 401-849-9192 1741 Main Road, Tiverton Christine Farley, manager 401-625-5878 Century 21 Lawrence Realty in 1989 and expanded their business to include two offices on Aquindeck Island – one in Newport and the other in Middletown.

The third acquisition was in July 2016 with the purchase of the Coldwell Banker Guimond Realty Group in Tiverton.

Over the years, Carol Guimond and her team of associates have demonstrated success as local market leaders and they look forward to continuing this leadership under the Century 21 Topsail Realty brand. Carol Guimond brings years of vast knowledge and experience in the local Real Estate market, focusing on the Tiverton, Little Compton and Southeastern Massachusetts community, among others.

Paula J. Martel, broker of all three offices said the expansion of the company makes Century 21 Topsail Realty a mainstay and forerunner in the community and they are confident that collectively they can fulfill all of your Real Estate needs for many years to come.

At the heart of Century 21 Topsail Realty it is our Vision to be the local real estate company most admired for its people, honesty and integrity.

“Customers for Life”

ABOVE: Century 21 Topsail Realty had much to celebrate in 2016, as it joined forces with the Coldwell Banker Guimond Realty Group, in Tiverton giving the firm a third office in the East Bay. AT LEFT: Lisa Fonseca, Carol Guimond and Michael Fonseca.

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E V Oil Co., Inc. celebrates 40 years of quality, exceptional service Q

uality, dependable service, Efficiency, Value and integrity are a few things that E V Oil has to celebrate this year.

For the past 40 years, E V Oil has provided a full array of services at affordable prices.

E V Oil is independently owned and operated by Carl Mitchell. He bought the business from his respected friend and mentor, Vic Rose, 25 years ago.

Carl had worked for him at E V Oil since they opened and knows every aspect of the business from delivering oil, performing service to installations and more.

His motto is “Every day is Monday” (in the heating and cooling business) – meaning the team at E V Oil are on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

The team includes some personnel that Carl has known since he was a kid and the office manager has been with the company for nearly 20 years as well.

“We have been very fortunate over the years to have such a talented, friendly and knowledgeable staff – from our delivery drivers to our office personnel and service technicians.

Many of them have been with us for more than 20 years which demonstrates loyalty and dedication as a company,” Carl said.

E V Oil is a full-service company providing heating oil & diesel deliveries, burner & a/c service and installations. They offer service contracts, automatic & C.O.D (Will-Call) deliveries, budget plans and participate in both RI & MA fuel assistance programs.

They use only premium heating oil and are also an on-road/off-road diesel fuel supplier providing only the best quality diesel products.

No one goes cold or swelters in the heat as an E V Oil customer. Since they are on 365 days a year, they are available and on call even in the summer months on the hottest of days and will be right out to repair air conditioning or any other needs that may arise for their customers. For overnight & after hours we have an answering service to take emergency

Tracey McGowan-Finkbeiner and Carl Mitchell, today and in the late 1980s. calls and immediately dispatch them for oil or service The talented service department is headed by Mike Peters and his top notch, highly experienced, expertly trained and licensed technicians. “We stock a wide variety of parts so we’re better able to provide same day service and repair any issues in a speedy manner for our customers,” Mike said.

“We keep our customer base in a close radius that allows us to deliver services to customers as quickly and efficiently as possible,” he said.

Call them today before the brutal winter cold sets in. Both Tracey and Danielle can help you set up an account as a new customer and answer any questions you may have.

With a motto like “Every day is Monday” you know you can expect a dependable company where “Everyone is Valued” at E V Oil.

EV Oil Co., Inc. 2500 GAR Highway, Swansea, MA 508-336-8851 • www.evoilco.com • Facebook: evoilco

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Grace Barker celebrates 50 years of quality senior care G

race Barker Nursing Center and The Willows Adult Day and Assisted Living celebrated the 50th anniversary of Grace Barker’s founding in 2016 and continues to provide quality senior care into the future.

From its beginnings, Grace Barker has been firmly rooted in both family tradition in the East Bay community.

History of the business starts with Grace Fullerton Barker, a public health nurse from Warren who inspired her young neighbor Linda Moniz to pursue a noble career in nursing. In 1953, Linda enrolled in Grace Barker’s alma mater, the Truesdale Hospital School of Nursing in

“Grace Barker’s generosity and belief in me made me even more determined.”

LINDA MONIZ PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE

Fall River. Grace Barker didn’t live to see Linda’s graduation, but she did leave behind $1,000 to help Linda complete her nursing education.

Empowered by her mentor, Linda dove into the profession with enthusiasm and dedication. “Grace Barker’s generosity and belief in me made me even more determined,” Linda once wrote.

As Linda labored in various nursing homes, she became fond of working with the elderly. She graduated from nursing school in 1957 and married John Machado, who then worked for Hasbro.

Linda’s dream to open a nursing home took shape. A plot of land purchased from her parents, located on a quiet street in Warren, seemed like a suitable location. Linda’s brother Joseph, amply endowed with management and sales experience, joined his sister and her husband in their

Grace Barker Nursing Home officially opened in December of 1966, and though it has grown and expanded since then, it remains a family operation at heart.

new business venture. In 1965, ground was broken and the nursing home began to take form. A loan was secured for construction, albeit at a high interest rate. Linda’s father and stepmother offered up all their assets as collateral. With perseverance, the nursing home officially opened in December 1966.

Linda and John Machado remained in an administrative capacity through the 1980s. In the early 1990s, their daughter Mary Beth, having completed the MBA program at the University of Connecticut with a specialization in long-term care, assumed an administrative role as well as the nursing coordinator. Her husband Mark Lescault who was completing his MBA in finance became the nursing center’s administrator. (Coincidentally, Mark’s grandfather Oscar Lescault designed

54 Barker Ave, Warren, RI

(401) 245-9100 gracebarkerandthewillows.com

and drafted the nursing home.) Mary Beth’s brother John and his wife Nancy have been involved in the family business, working in the maintenance and food service departments.

As Grace Barker has expanded and modernized, it evolved from a traditional nursing home to a more comprehensive senior care community expanding into adult day in 1996 and assisted living in 1998. As Mary Beth notes, “humble beginnings” have morphed into “providing comprehensive services that include acute

short-term rehab, long term care, assisted living and adult day health services.”

Mark and Marybeth are hoping to pass the torch to a third generation.

Their eldest son Ben is currently studying health care administration in college and younger son Ethan has expressed a desire to join the family business as well. It’s likely that Grace Barker and The Willows will continue to deliver superb care in a family-run context for years to come.

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Ocean State Urgent Care celebrates the opening of its East Bay location in Barrington

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uality health care comes to Barrington and the owners of Ocean State Urgent Care couldn’t be happier about expanding their services to the East Bay. “The right care, right now” is the motto of the company that has 8 additional locations.

Ocean State Urgent Care is a medical practice providing prompt treatment of all non-life-threatening acute injuries and illnesses for patients of all ages on a walk-in basis.

Jennifer Zuba, a registered nurse and general manager at Ocean State Urgent Care said, “When the opportunity to open on Maple Avenue presented itself, it was a win-win for all. We saw a need to provide quality service in the area and opened in June 0f this year.”

Their areas of expertise include treatment for cuts, sprains, and strains, minor traumas, cold and flu, headache, school and sports physicals, PPD and vaccine titer testing, infections, vaccines (Including flu, pneumonia, hepatitis), STD testing and more.

Their medical team stands ready to care for all urgent care needs, in all age groups, including children.

Their medical providers and staff have the experience and expertise to make your visit comfortable and quick.

All locations have on-site x-ray, lab, and primary care services. Their providers include physicians, physician assistants and family nurse practitioners with the experience to ensure your medical care is in the right hands.

In Barrington, the full-time physician is Dr. Pancholi, a very thorough warm and welcoming physician. His staff includes nurse practitioners, registered nurses, EMT’s and medical assistants.

Ocean State Urgent Care provides immediate care Monday through Sunday 363 days a year. They are only closed on Thanksgiving and

What is urgent care?

Urgent care is a medical practice providing prompt treatment of all non-lifethreatening acute injuries and illnesses for patients of all ages on a walk-in basis.

Christmas. If your schedule does not warrant the time, your visiting from out of town, or your primary care physician is inaccessible, Ocean State is available to serve.

A normal visit wait time is less than an hour and those with acute illness or are in distress are given immediate care. The wait at a local emergency room can be inconvenient.

“If someone comes in at 7:55 pm,

we will see them. We stay until the last patient is treated and satisfied,” Ms. Zuba said.

Ocean State Urgent Care recognizes the inefficiencies in our nation's health care system and has created an affordable convenient alternative from practical medicine.

Since they are not a national chain, being a part of the community is important to Ocean State.

“We try and get involved in com-

Ocean State Urgent Care of Barrington 310 Maple Avenue, Barrington, RI

401-903-0300 Monday-Friday 8 am – 8 pm Saturday and Sunday 8 am – 5 pm

munity events and hope to continue that spirit in the East Bay. We would love to sponsor sports teams and local events. We want to know the members of the community and partner with groups in the area,” she said.

Walk-ins and most insurances are accepted as well as affordable selfpay options. Convenient call ahead appointments available.

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The Wolf School: Building a Vision Sometimes it’s best to just go with your gut and do it

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hat’s what happened in 2016 at The Wolf School, when space restrictions began impacting optimal instruction for its students.

Head of School, Anna Johnson explains, “Our students have complex learning needs requiring individualized instruction and movement to regulate sensory and educational needs. With increased enrollment, it got to the point where we had to turn our library into a classroom.

Space for small group instruction was so limited it spilled into the hallway and our library became books on a cart rolled between classrooms.”

Instead of engaging in a lengthy capital campaign involving expensive brochures, consultants and committee meetings, Wolf jumped in, gathering a small team to reach out to potential donors for Leadership Gifts and conducting a Crowdfunding Campaign.

From January 2016 when these efforts began, until the end of the school year in June, Wolf raised over $700,000 towards a building project that includes new classroom space, new faculty room/office suite, a library, and a sensory courtyard.

“The whole process went incredibly fast,” comments Johnson. “Parents, alumni families, and community members were completely understanding of our needs and responded immediately with amazing generosity. The town of East Providence was great to work with, we put together a stellar volunteer building committee, and our architects (Imai Keller Moore Architects of Watertown, MA) and contractors (Chapel Building Corp. of East Providence, RI) got into gear and started making things happen over the summer.”

Wolf also received in-kind support from one of their current families to remodel the school’s old faculty room into a beautiful community room that families and staff can use for meetings, resources or to socialize. In addition, this November the school proudly obtained a James Patterson and Scholastic Reading Club grant for its library.

By January 2017, when Wolf students return from their winter break, the building project will be completed. In just one year, The Wolf School made its dream a reality. Johnson believes 2016 will go down in the record books for The Wolf

Wolf student, with Head of School Anna Johnson, presents what they're most looking forward to about the new additions to the school.

School. “We didn’t know if this would work, but we just decided to go for it!

With no campaign overhead, every dollar went directly to the building project.

And without using a traditional timeline, we just pushed forward hoping it would happen! We have incredible families and supporters who stepped up with generosity and talent. Without all their help, and their belief in The Wolf School, this never could have worked.”

But the best part of this whole experience for Johnson was the reactions of the students. “The kids have been so excited watching all the changes take place, and seeing the joy on their faces when they used the library for the first time – that’s why we do this!”

From left to right: Rebekah Ham, Scott DiChristofero, Al Verrecchia, Tamara McKenney, Katherine Harrison Pelson, Leslie Lorber, and Joe Mardo attend groundbreaking ceremony at The Wolf School

Wolf students observe construction for the 6th grade classroom

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he Wolf School is a nationally recognized private special education school for children with complex learning differences. The school’s mission is to inspire Complex Learners to discover confidence, compassion, and a love of learning to reach their full potential.

For more information contact: Anna Johnson, Head of School The Wolf School 215 Ferris Avenue East Providence, RI 02916 401-432-9940 x 112 www.thewolfschool.org Interested in seeing if The Wolf School might be a fit for your child?

Join us at our Winter Open House Thursday, February 9, 8:00 – 9:30 AM

The new 6th grade classroom addition completed.

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Weichert/Tirrell Realty celebrates an uptick in business

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hil Tirrell has much to celebrate this year. As owner/broker of Weichert Realtors/Tirrell Realty his business has grown exponentially in the past few years. From his humble days starting in the Real estate business in 1979 to a franchise owner with 26 agents under his direction, Phil Tirrell now can boast that his business has doubled and in the past few years and has seen increases that close in on 20 percent.

“This was our best year ever. I am confident the market will continue to be strong,” he said.

The history of the East Providence Real Estate company started with Phil getting his real estate license at the age of 21. He worked for various agencies before opening up his own brokerage Tirrell Realty in 2005. In 2009, he decided to partner with Weichert Realtors, a decision he says was one of the best moves in his career.

“As the owner of Tirrell Realty, an independent company, I thought it was important to get back into a franchise relationship. Weichert has helped us tremendously with great tools to increase business,” he said.

Weichert is the largest independent Real estate company in the country, he said, and they are the only company with Smart Phone technology that pairs up clients with agents through online programming 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

The company gets 4 million hits a month that lead customers to agents. Weichert Realty has been in the business since 1969 and is active in 39 states.

“They are most active on the internet in the Northeast. That is why I bought into the company. They offer great marketing tools, management training and topnotch technology,” he said.

The partnership has paid off. With the increase in business, Phil was able to buy the building where they are currently located – the former Bank of America bank branch on Willett Avenue, across from CVS Pharmacy. They moved to the new location in 2012. The space is inviting and has plenty of parking. With cheery yellow walls, two conference rooms, agent stations, they have cozy “café” for client meetings and hold presentations there. They kept the original bank vault for a touch of nostalgia.

— AWARD AGENTS —

431 Willett Avenue, East Providence, RI

401-437-2030

Luci Stoddard

Their area of expertise is East Providence, Seekonk, Barrington and the East Bay area.

With a quick wit and easy manner, Phil also celebrates the fact that they provide excellent customer service.

“Our 26 agents and administrators are friendly and professional. We are welcoming and helpful to our clients,” he said.

As Weichert Realtors/Tirrell realty

Bill Tirrell

Larry McNulty

moves in to 2017, Phil feels confident that the housing market will continue to be strong and may in fact get even better.

“The National Association of Realtors says the market will be driven my millennials looking to become first time buyers in the $200,000 price range. That means people selling in that price range will be buying in the $400,000 price range. That will help us tremendously,” he said.

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Mignacca Physical Therapy celebrates 6 years of quality care in the East Bay W

hen looking for a physical therapist, many in the East Bay area are recommending Mignacca Physical Therapy, Ltd. a small, personable and friendly practice in Riverside, RI. Mignacca Physical Therapy, Ltd. is committed to promoting a healthy and active lifestyle to their patients by improving their overall physical mobility, fitness, and quality of life. Their highly trained physical therapists use hands-on skills and knowledge to restore function and reduce pain.

When patients contact Mignacca Physical Therapy, Ltd., they are assigned to a single therapist throughout their treatment plan. This oneon-one care philosophy views each patient as an individual with unique needs and concerns. The consistency of having the same, knowledgeable and experienced therapist in a friendly and caring atmosphere is what sets Mignacca Physical Therapy, Ltd. apart.

Mignacca Physical Therapy, Ltd. was founded in 2010 by full-time licensed therapist, Steve Mignacca, PT. Steve received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Therapy from Northeastern University. He is joined in the practice by licensed physical therapist, Eileen Kurcon, PT, also a graduate of Northeastern University.

Both Steve and Eileen strive to assist each patient in reaching their own potential and moving them forward toward a higher-quality lifestyle. They understand the importance of partnering with patients and their physicians to develop the best treatment plan possible for a wide-variety of conditions in both children and adults.

The office is supported by Rita Gaylor. Rita is very personable and quickly knows all patients by name. She is experienced in medical insurances and makes every effort to educate patients on their medical benefits as it

Physical therapists Eileen Kurcon (left) and Steve Mignacca helps manage Mignacca Physical Therapy, along with Rita Gaylor. pertains to physical therapy. Together, Steve, Eileen, and Rita provide all aspects of patient care and administration.

Mignacca Physical Therapy, Ltd. specializes in orthopedic, sportsrelated, and high-level neurological injuries. Most insurance plans accepted.

Mignacca Physical Therapy, Ltd. • 697 Willett Avenue • Riverside, RI 02915 • Phone: 401-228-7678

• website: www.mignaccapt.com • Visit them on Facebook at: fb/mignaccapt

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Milbury and Company celebrates 35 years of Real Estate success in South Coast

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ilbury and Company is proud to celebrate another year as the South Coast's leading brokerage of distinctive properties with over $95 million in sales and over $50 million in exclusively listed properties.

Integrity and experience coupled with an unwavering dedication to the community are qualities Milbury and Company is proud to celebrate. Milbury and Company is an independent residential brokerage firm that has been actively involved in the residential real estate market since 1980. Through a combination of its extensive contacts and network, and in cooperation with the brokerage community, Milbury and Company professionally and competently offers its clients maximum exposure in the marketing and sale of their distinctive properties.

William Milbury, owner and principal broker, envisioned a business based on unique listings, discerning clients and providing exemplary service. With this philosophy, Milbury and Company fluorished in Back Bay, Beacon Hill and Boston's finer suburbs, including Brookline, Dover, Wellesley and Weston. Teaming up with Grace Rowe in the early nineties on Cape Cod, they expanded the company's reach while continuing to provide superior service.

Fifteen years ago, Will moved to Destruction Brook Farm in South Dartmouth where he established the new base of his real estate business. It quickly became the premier boutique agency for distinctive South Coast properties, be they modest, rose-covered cottages or vast waterfront estates. Will's commitment to excellence has resulted in his being the area's number one broker in 2016, for the seventh straight year.

"Our goal has always been quality and quantity, therefore we have remained a small, competitive firm offering our clients undivided attention and focus.

The properties Milbury and Company strives to list, market and sell are traditionally unique and prestigious," Mr. Milbury said.

Having a strong presence in the local community is important at Milbury and

Company. Mr. Milbury is a member of the Greater Boston Real Estate Board, Southeastern Massachusetts Association of Realtors, Cape Cod and Islands Association of Realtors, Massachusetts Association of Realtors, and the National Association of Realtors. Will is also a member of the Padanaram Business Association, Norfolk Hunt Club, and the New Bedford Yacht Club. He supports numerous local charities including the Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust, Lloyd Center for the Environment, Westport River Watershed Alliance, Renaissance Community School for the Arts, Our Sisters’ School, Rotch Jones Duff House and Garden Museum, Westport Land Conservation Trust, the Trustees of Reservation, New Bedford Art Museum, Community Foundation of Greater New Bedford and The ART Drive.

Offering local knowledge and a world of experience, Will Milbury and the realtors of Milbury and Company, are a team of dedicated real estate professionals who are well-equipped to serve their distinctive listing and buying clientele.

They take great pride in their long history and their dominance in the area market.

And after over 35 years, they are proud to be celebrating 2016 as their best year yet!

William Milbury envisioned a business based on unique listings, discerning clients and exemplary service, and 36 years later, he’s still doing it.

Milbury and Company 304 Elm St, South Dartmouth, MA • (508) 997-7400