The 95.9 Company Break

12-07-24 A Walk In The Park Radio Feature - The 95.9 Company Break

On this week's 95.9 Company Break, we speak with Jane and Andy about their feature, A Walk In The Park on WCRI. Jane & Andy discuss their background and how they create these loved features weekly. For more information on A Walk In The Park, visit classical959.com

11-02-24 StoneRidge: Active Retirement Living in Mystic, CT - The 95.9 Company Break

On this week's 95.9 Company Break, we speak with the Director of Marketing and Sales for StoneRidge Active Retirement Living in Mystic, CT, Jamie Cornell. Located just two miles from the riverfront, StoneRidge is a senior living community of doers and thinkers, artists and educators, lifelong learners, and dedicated volunteers. We support each other, learn from one another, and enjoy each other’s company. New retirement community residents tell us they’re surprised at how quickly everyone knows their name. Visit us, and it won’t be long before you feel connected to the people here. People who, like you, want to continue an active lifestyle in a corner of Connecticut close to their hearts. For more information, call 860-333-8995 or visit www.stoneridgelcs.com
 

10-05-24 Flynn Automotive & Tire 2024 - The 95.9 Company Break

This month, The 95.9 Company Break welcomes Caroline Flynn and Vinny Flynn of Flynn Automotive & Tire. At Flynn Automotive & Tire, they are dedicated to giving special attention to every auto repair need. They are known for making clients feel comfortable and value all vehicles. They will inform and discuss the options clients have for your automobiles. They have dedicated their lives to ensuring you and your family are safe on the roads. They ensure customers are satisfied with Flynn's repairs and other personalized services. Call 401-789-3596 or visit flynnautomotive.com

06-01-24 The Seasons and Grandview Gardens in East Greenwich - The 95.9 Company Break

This month, The 95.9 Company Break welcomes Lisa Toth - Marketing Director of The Seasons, and Ashley Leonardo of Grand View Gardens. The Seasons in East Greenwich is a special not-for-profit assisted living residence offering traditional assisted living and memory care neighborhoods. Founded in 2002, The Seasons has continued the legacy of excellence established by their founders, Steere House Nursing & Rehabilitation Center and Scandinavian Home. As a not-for-profit organization, they are focused on the quality of care and services they provide to their residents versus the daily pressures to increase “the bottom line” by owners or investors. All resources are invested into their community and used to increase staffing, improve facilities, and enhance services or activities.
Grandview Gardens at The Seasons is a safe and caring neighborhood for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and other memory impairments. We’ve created a therapeutic environment where our compassionate, professional, and experienced staff works to provide understanding, support, and encouragement to residents and their families. Their goal is to facilitate independence, comfort, and security while surrounding your loved one with a sense of belonging and community.
For more information, call (401) 884-9099 or visit theseasons.org

05-04-24 Actress, Author, and Philanthropist Deborah Goodrich Royce - The 95.9 Company Break

This month, The 95.9 Company Break welcomes actress, author, and philanthropist Deborah Goodrich Royce.  Deborah's thrillers examine puzzles of identity. Reef Road, a national bestseller, was named one of the best books of 2023 by Kirkus Reviews and an Indie Next pick by the American Bookseller’s Association. Ruby Falls won the Zibby Award for Best Plot Twist, and Finding Mrs. Ford was hailed by Forbes, Book Riot, and GoodMorning America’s “best of” lists.
   The Ocean House Author Series—a salon style conversation that Deborah hosts in partnership with Bank Square Books—brings world-class authors to the stunning seaside location of Watch Hill, RI. It has featured a wide range of fiction and nonfiction writers including Chris Bohjalian, Katie Couric, Emma Straub, and many more. With fellow authors, Luanne Rice and Amy Scheibe, she is currently creating the Deer Mountain Writers’ Retreat in the Catskills.
   Deborah writes a quarterly column for Hey Rhody Magazine, sharing her book recommendations and news with the Ocean State. She began as an actress on All My Children and in multiple films, before transitioning to the role of story editor at Miramax Films, developing Emma and early versions of Chicago and A Wrinkle in Time.Deborah holds a bachelor’s degree in modern foreign languages and an honorary doctorate of humane letters from Lake Erie College.
      With her husband, Chuck, Deborah restored the Avon Theatre, Ocean House Hotel, Deer Mountain Inn, UnitedTheatre, Martin House Books, and numerous Main Street revitalization projects in Rhode Island and the Catskills. She serves on multiple governing and advisory boards. For more information on Deborah visit deborahgoodrichroyce.com or oceanhouseri.com

04-06-24 OMO Jewels & Gifts - The 95.9 Company Break

This month, The 95.9 Company Break welcomes Joanna Papineau Allen, owner of OMO Jewels & Gifts. OMO is a curated collection of American-made jewelry, ceramics, hand-blown glass, and more. They represent artists nationwide who are committed to their craft and offer only the highest quality goods. They are constantly finding new and unique items to add to our selection of wonderfully handcrafted works. Whether you're looking for a wedding, baby, hostess gift, or even a treat for yourself, OMO has that special something. Complimentary gift wrap and bridal registry are available. For more information, call 860-961-4678 or visit omojewels.com

03-02-24 The Elm's - Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Dedicated Memory Care - The 95.9 Company Break

This month, The 95.9 Company Break welcomes Guy Maiorano, founder and owner of The Elms. Guy founded The Elms in 1985 and made it his mission to support residents with independent living balanced by personal assistance they could not get anywhere else. Visit www.elmsassistedliving.com or call (401) 596-4630 to learn more about senior living options at The Elms.

02-03-24 Discover Your Dog - The 95.9 Company Break

This month's The 95.9 Company Break welcomes the co-owner of Discover Your Dog in Westerly, RI, Heidi Benson. Discover Your Dog is Westerly, RI's only dog day camp, training, & sports facility with 20k square feet of indoor and outdoor training & play space. They bring out the best in the relationship between you and your pup and help you Discover Your great Dog within! If your dog does any of the following, they can help...Pull you on walks, Doesn't come when called, Digs holes, Chews on valuables, Resource Guards, Jumps on guests/counter/furniture, Lunges at other dogs/people on-lead, Ignores you, Runs away off-lead, Exhibits symptoms of Anxiety, Fear, Aggression, Shyness, etc. They use science-proven, evidence & relationship-based behavioral modification & training that yield practical, lifelong results. For more information, call 401-584-0676 or visit www.dydri.com

01-06-24 Newport Propane - The 95.9 Company Break

This month's The 95.9 Company Break welcomes Nicoles Francis, niece of Newport Propane's owner. Newport Propane proudly stands as a leading propane dealership, offering a comprehensive range of appliances, top-notch services, and reliable propane delivery solutions. They've cultivated an outstanding reputation. Their foundation is built on honesty, integrity, fair pricing, and unwavering commitment to delivering the highest quality. In a fiercely competitive landscape, respectability requires a steadfast dedication to setting ourselves apart by prioritizing quality and service above all else. At Newport Propane, they're not just propane providers but licensed professionals specializing in delivering top-tier propane products and services. Their journey from those modest beginnings to our current distinction is a testament to our enduring values, tireless work ethic, and community's trust in them. They remain devoted to serving you with the same passion and dedication that have defined them for generations. For more information, call 401-847-6878 or visit www.newportpropane.com

12-02-23 Wood River Health-Physical Therapy - The 95.9 Company Break

This month's The 95.9 Company Break welcomes Wood River Health President and CEO Alison Croke and Dr. Ryan Collins, Hope Valley Director of Physical Therapy. Since 1976, Wood River Health has provided high-quality, affordable medical, dental, and social services to southwestern Rhode Island and southeastern Connecticut communities. A private, non-profit Community Health Center, its providers and staff are devoted to delivering quality patient care to our patients. For more information, call 401-539-2461 or visit www.woodriverhealth.org

11-04-23 Superior Comfort 2023 - The 95.9 Company Break

On this week's 95.9 Company Break, we talked with the owners of Superior Comforts, Jacob & Sherri Ledsworth. While most HVAC contractors are also plumbers, general contractors, and even property managers at Superior Comfort Inc., heating, A/C, geothermal, and air quality are what they focus on. Their technicians are certified and work alongside seasoned professionals until they meet the high standard of Superior Comfort. No company in RI has a higher quality or finer craftsmanship. Their reputation for the highest quality of services and products in the business, as well as their reliability and accountability, have been their strength for years, and they continue to build on this daily. For more about Superior Comfort, call 401-396-9171 or visit superiorcomfortinc.com

10-07-23 University Orthopedics at Newport Hospital - The 95.9 Company Break

On this week's 95.9 Company Break, we talked with Dr. Valentin Antoci of University Orthopedics at Newport Hospital. Dr. Antoci is a Fellowship Trained Orthopaedic Surgeon with a focus on Adult Reconstruction, Hip and Knee Joint Replacement Surgery, and a particular interest in unicompartmental partial knee replacement, minimally invasive surgery, complex reconstructions, failed total joints, preservation techniques, and trauma. University Orthopedics includes over 40 board-certified, fellowship-trained musculoskeletal and sports medicine physicians. These specialists are faculty members of the Department of Orthopaedics at the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University who teach medical students, orthopedic residents, and fellowship subspecialty surgeons. University Orthopedics leads the way with Basic and Clinical orthopedic research on the latest advances in orthopedic surgery and injury prevention. For more information, visit universityorthopedics.com

09-02-23 StoneRidge: Active Retirement Living in Mystic, CT - The 95.9 Company Break

On this weeks 95.9 Company Break we speak with Director of Marketing and Sales for StoneRidge Active Retirement Living in Mystic, CT Jamie Cornell. Located just two miles from the riverfront, StoneRidge is a senior living community of doers and thinkers, artists and educators, lifelong learners and dedicated volunteers. We support each other, learn from one another and enjoy each other’s company. New residents of our retirement community tell us they’re surprised how quickly everyone knows their name. Visit us and it won’t be long before you feel connected to the people who live here. People who, like you, want to continue an active lifestyle in a corner of Connecticut that’s close to their hearts. For more information call 860-333-8995 or visit www.stoneridgelcs.com
 

08-05-23 Beach Rose Cafe’ 2023 - The 95.9 Company Break

On this weeks 95.9 Company Break we check in with Beach Rose Café' owner Marie Case. The Beach Rose Café’s menu consists of a variety of tasty items made with locally sourced products and farm fresh ingredients. They offer traditional café items like tea and coffee drinks, muffins, salads, sandwiches and more, as well as several different cast iron bites. The café is open Friday-Tuesday from 6:30am-2:30pm year round. For more information call (401) 213-6021 or visit www.thebeachrosecafe.com

07-01-23 Lathrop Insurance 2023-New Cranston Office - The 95.9 Company Break

   In this weeks 95.9 Company Break program Mike talks to Lathrop Insurance President Dan Lathrop and Vice President James Kane about their new location in Cranston, RI.  Lathrop Insurance Agency Inc. opened a new office at 63 Sockonosset Cross Road in Cranston this spring. The new location will focus on expanding the agency’s presence in the Ocean State. 
   Francis Lathrop Sr. started the Lathrop Insurance Agency in 1939 in Westerly, RI. His mission was simple; to safeguard his community against future disaster. Over time the community recovered, reclaiming its identity as a premier tourism location and thriving business town. And the Lathrop Insurance Agency grew with it. Today, eighty years and four generations later, Lathrop Insurance remains an independent family-owned agency known for their expert, customized service throughout southern New England. For more information please call (401) 596-2525 or visit www.lathropinsurance.com

06-02-23 The Glass Station 2023 - The 95.9 Company Break

On this weeks 95.9 Company Break we check in with owners of The Glass Station in Wakefield, RI Eben Horton and Jennifer Nauck. After 18 years at its original location, an old 1920s gas station, The Glass Station Studio and Gallery expanded in 2018 and moved down the street to its current space on Main Street in Wakefield, RI. Owners Eben Horton and Jennifer Nauck renovated an old auto showroom into an 1800+ square foot gallery space flooded with natural light. Their hot shop is attached to the gallery, giving visitors the opportunity to see the artists at work and even to try blowing glass for themselves in a class setting. Their new, larger gallery space enabled them to show not only their own work, but also work by some of their friends, talented glass blowers and jewelers from across the country. For more information visit www.theglassstationstudio.com or call 401-788-2500.

05-06-23 Wood River Health - The 95.9 Company Break

In this month's The 95.9 Company Break, we welcome Wood River Health President and CEO Alison Croke. Since 1976, Wood River Health has provided high-quality affordable medical, dental and social services to the communities of southwestern Rhode Island and southeastern Connecticut. A private, non-profit Community Health Center, their providers and staff are devoted to delivering quality patient care to our patients. For more information call 401-539-2461 or visit www.woodriverhealth.org

04-01-23 Ace Overhead Doors, LLC - The 95.9 Company Break

In this month's The 95.9 Company Break, we welcome Tom and Amanda, owners of Ace Overhead Doors. Ace Overhead Doors, LLC is an independent, family-owned and operated business in Mystic, CT dedicated to fulfilling all your garage door and opener needs. They pride themselves in providing a seamless, pleasant and professional experience. They use high-quality, reliable garage door and opener products and offer a 1-year warranty on all service. If you’re in the market for a new garage door, Tom can help you find your perfect fit. No matter what you have in mind, Tom can help you find the right match for your property. When you choose Ace Overhead Doors, LLC, you can count on your perfect fit. Call or text (860) 705-3562 for fast and reliable service or visit www.aceoverheaddoors.net
 
 

03-07-23 Dave’s Coffee - The 95.9 Company Break

In this month's The 95.9 Company Break, we welcome back the CEO of Dave's Coffee, David Lanning. Dave's Coffee is, among other things, a Certified Organic Coffee Roaster (Certified by Baystate Organic Certifiers). No easy feat. Roasting is the culinary expression of "cooking" (or, more precisely, toasting) a raw, green coffee bean into a form that can be brewed and enjoyed. Their roasting style is based on the way they love to drink coffee. Slightly smokey, bold, steadfast. If you like the same thing, you're in the right place. For more information, call 401-315-2160 or visit www.davescoffee.com
 

02-04-23 Herbwise Naturals in Westerly R.I. - The 95.9 Company Break

In this weeks 95.9 Company Break program Mike talks with Susan Adams of Herbwise Naturals in Westerly RI. Herbwise Naturals has many homeopathic remedies, vitamins, etc. They have one of the largest inventories of bulk herbs and spices in New England, and they can also order them as needed. Please contact them by email at herbwisenaturals@gmail.com, call 401-596-7815 or visit http://herbwisenaturals.com/