Summer’s here, and you can make a difference in a child’s life

Good morning! Lynne Sullivan here, doing my best to fill Will Richmond’s shoes with the newsletter this week. Now that July 4 is behind us (I really am sad - it’s my favorite holiday!), we’re officially in the thick of summer. For the kids in our lives that likely means swimming, popsicles, late nights and plenty of outdoor fun.

But of course that’s not true for every child in Rhode Island. Which is why we at The Journal are so proud of our Summertime Fund. The Fund has sent thousands of youngsters to camp since we launched it in 1972.

This is where our readers come in. The fund relies on donations from individuals – some made as family remembrances or in lieu of personal gifts – as well as corporate contributions.

So here’s my shameless push for donations. What’s better than knowing you are helping kids in need enjoy their summer? Here’s more information on how to donate.

WORTH A READ:

🌀 Beryl may not be a hurricane anymore, but its impacts will continue to be felt across portions of the central U.S. for the remainder of the week, forecasters say.

🧑‍⚖️ The lead investigator in the Karen Read murder trial, Michael Proctor, whose inappropriate texts sent regarding Read during the investigation sent shockwaves during the trial, has been suspended without pay following a Monday duty status hearing.

🍽️ The annual dining deals for Providence Restaurant Weeks run through July 20. Visit the website at goprovidence.com and make your plans.