Middletown-based SEACORP, LLC. (SEACORP), a leading provider of engineering services and technology to the United States Navy, today announced that it has acquired Jacksonville, Florida-based Analysis, Design & Diagnostics, Inc. (AD&D) in a private transaction. AD&D was founded in 1992 by owner and president Gary Donoher, and specializes in Sound Analysis, Acoustic Sensor, and Advanced Data Processing technologies […]
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Santa Claus to visit Middletown neighborhoods beginning December 6
The Middletown Fire Department has announced the Santa Claus Middletown Tour2021 schedule. According to sources within the department, Santa and his elves are expected to start theirannual visits to Middletown on Monday, December 6, and visit every neighborhood throughFriday, Dec. 17. As in year’s past, Santa’s visits will be weather dependent and the schedule can […]
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Housing is happening in Middletown
The following Middletown news update was provided and written by Matt Sheley, Town of Middletown. For more news and updates from the Town of Middletown, click here. It’s no secret the housing market is hot in Middletown. Talk to Realtors or anyone looking for a place and the story you’ll hear is there’s a lot […]
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Additional tax exemption mulled for Middletown seniors, veterans, and the blind
Concerned about making Middletown as affordable as possible for seniors, veterans and the handicapped, Town Councilman Dennis Turano proposes increasing tax exemptions by 10 percent, an idea welcomed by his colleagues. The following is a press release from the Town of Middletown; The Town Council looks to be moving forward with an additional 10 percent […]
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Hydrant flushing underway in Middletown, Portsmouth
The City of Newport today announced that the Newport Water Division, which supplies drinking water to the majority of Aquidneck Island, is currently performing hydrant flushing after receiving reports of discolored water in parts of Middletown and Portsmouth. After investigating the reports, the City says that the Water Division personnel determined that water being drawn […]
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Potter League for Animals to hold Community Pet Food & Supplies Distribution Day
The Potter League for Animals today announced that is holding a Community Pet Food & Supplies Distribution Day on, Sunday, July 11 from 12 to 4pm or until supplies last at their Animal Care & Adoption Center located at 87 Oliphant Lane in Middletown. “We recently received a massive 30,000+ pound donation (26 pallets!) of dog & cat food, […]
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Norman Bird Sanctuary announces its schedule of summer events, programs
The Norman Bird Sanctuary has announced its upcoming summer season of events and programs. In addition to its weekly nature and bird walks, Summer Camp, and yoga classes, the Norman Bird Sanctuary will host fun-filled evenings and educational programs from June 15 through October 2. “Summer is all about being outside,” said Executive Director of […]
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West Main Road corridor redevelopment requests sought by Middletown
By: Matt Sheley, Town of Middletown The Town of Middletown wants to hear from developers about their ideas for the West Main Road corridor. At a meeting Monday night from Town Hall, the Town Council voted unanimously to task town staff to put out requests for information for the revitalization of 15-acre site between Coddington […]
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Special brew from Taproot Brewing Co. supports brain cancer research
Taproot Brewing Co. on Wednesday announced that it is participating in the #BrewStacheStrong beer collaboration in solidarity with 200 other craft breweries nationwide. This campaign will raise vital funds and much-needed awareness for brain cancer research. Participating #BrewStacheStrong breweries will raise money through sales of their limited-edition “SMASH” style beer – a single malt and […]
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Petco Love supports Potter League For Animals with $10,000 grant
Potter League for Animals announced today a $10,000 grant investment from the newly named, Petco Love, to support their lifesaving work for animals in Rhode Island. According to Potter League for Animals, Petco Love is a nonprofit leading change for pets nationally by harnessing the power of love to make communities and pet families closer, […]
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Revaluations up in Middletown
By Town of Middletown So, the assessment on your residential property went up during the recent property revaluation in Middletown? According to statistics from the tax department for the town, you’re not alone, far from it. Tax Assessor George Durgin said single-family residential property values increased by an average rate of 20 percent as part […]
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Logan newest Middletown Town Council Member, Rodrigues named President, Welch named Vice President
Source: Town of Middletown Christopher M. Logan is the newest member of the Town Council. On a night when Paul M. Rodrigues was elevated to council President and Thomas P. Welch III as Vice President, Logan was named to fill the vacancy created by the departure last month of former council President Robert J. Sylvia. […]
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Water main flushing set to begin across Aquidneck Island
As part of the Newport Water Division’s ongoing maintenance of the water distribution system, the City of Newport today announced a modified water main flushing program in designated areas will begin during evening hours beginning Sunday, April 18, 2021, ending May 6, 2021. Flushing of water mains using fire hydrants will begin at 8 p.m. […]
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Middletown creates a task force to study short-term rentals
Press Release from Matt Sheley, Town of Middletown The Town of Middletown has a new task force to study short-term rentals. Town Council members heard from a number of people representing different sides of the issue during a wide-ranging conversation from Town Hall on Monday night. From that dialogue, the council set the membership of […]
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Frosty Freez opens for the 2021 season on April 1
Frosty Freez will be open at 11:30 am daily April 1 through September 30.
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Home on Berkeley Avenue in Middletown sells for $2.7 million
Gustave White Sotheby’s International Realty this week announced the sale of 233 Berkeley Avenue in Middletown. The 5,500-SF cottage-style home on over 11 acres recently sold for $2,700,000. The sellers were represented by Michelle Kirby of Gustave White Sotheby’s International Realty. Kristin Parella of Lila Delman Real Estate represented the buyers. Photo provided by Gustave […]
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Robert Sylvia resigns from Middletown Town Council
President Robert J. Sylvia has resigned from the Town Council, according to a press release today from the Town of Middletown. Citing “personal reasons” and the need to spend more time with his family, Sylvia submitted a one-page letter outlining his decision this morning. A member of the Town Council for 13 plus years, Sylvia […]
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Middletown designated as a “Tree City”
The Town of Middletown today announced that they have achieved the prestigious “Tree City” honor. Matt Sheley, Public Affairs Officer for the Town of Middletown shared the following “News You Can Use”. Middletown has been designated as a “Tree City.” Late last week, local leaders learned of the prestigious national recognition from the Arbor Day […]
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Potter League hosting a low-cost rabies clinic on March 13
The Potter League is offering a low-cost Rabies Clinics for dogs, cats and ferrets in the community on Saturday, March 13 from 12:00 to 3:00 pm at the Potter League Animal Care & Adoption Center in Middletown. More details from the Potter League for Animals; There is a $10 cash fee per animal payable on the […]
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Rumford Pet Express acquires Pet Value stores; opens in Middletown, Barrington, Cumberland, and Wakefield
Rumford Pet Express today announced the statewide expansion into four former Pet Valu locations throughout Rhode Island, marking its largest single-year expansion ever. With the addition of stores in Barrington, Cumberland, Middletown, and Wakefield, the family-owned pet specialty retailer continues to expand its presence in Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts. Those four new stores join established […]
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Island Cinemas to reopen on April 2
Island Cinemas on Monday announced that they will reopen on Friday, April 2. “We will start with a limited weekly schedule of Friday through Sunday as we get back into the swing of things and will add days as business levels require. We will post films and times the week of our opening so stay […]
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Middletown salutes a tireless advocate
If every town had a Paul LaMond, every town would be better. A tireless advocate for what he believed, LaMond was unceasing in his work to do right. Before his passing in September 2014, the work spearheaded by LaMond helped beautify Middletown and planted countless trees across the community. In Lamond’s honor, the Tree Commission […]
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Newport County YMCA launches community phase of their capital campaign to renovate and expand
On March 1st, the Newport County YMCA (NCYMCA) launched the public, community phase of their capital campaign, “For Community. For Generations.” that will allow the Y to renovate and expand its current facility on Valley Road in Middletown. The Y announces in a press release today that it has already secured over $8.3 million toward […]
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Rejects Beer Company will open on Tuesday in Middletown
Aquidneck Island is getting an early holiday present as Rejects Beer Co. is scheduled to open in a limited capacity this Tuesday. The brewery, located at 124 Aquidneck Avenue, will be offering to-go beer and merchandise from 4-8 pm on Tuesday 12/22 and Wednesday 12/23. For those last-minute gift-getters (like myself), the brewery will also […]
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Town of Middletown hosting a survey on short-term rentals
The following is a press release from the Town of Middletown. Some people say living next to a short-term rental is like having a commercial motel in the backyard. Others argue short-term rentals are good for the town of Middletown and its businesses, helping property owners pay the bills while growing the economy at a […]
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Aquidneck Island communities launch joint recovery effort
Aquidneck Island’s three municipalities are banding together to help the island’s economy recover from the COVID-19 outbreak. The City of Newport today announced that they have join the towns of Middletown and Portsmouth on a joint effort to help businesses re-open and job seekers get back to work as quickly and as seamlessly as possible. […]
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Potter League for Animals launches “Poorly Drawn Pet Portraits” Facebook Fundraiser
The following was written by Kara Montalbano, Director of Marketing & Community Relations, Potter League For Animals. It’s time to put the “fun” back in fundraising! If you donate $15 to Potter League for Animals, we’ll draw your pet. The catch? We’re a whole lot better at caring for animals than we are at drawing […]
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What’s Up This Weekend: 30+ things to do, live music and entertainment listings
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport, Jamestown, Middletown, and Portsmouth this weekend, enjoy! Friday, November 8th Things To Do Newport Restaurant Week throughout Newport and Bristol Counties9:30 am – Building a Data-Driven Culture presented by Trilix at Innovate Newport1 pm – Admissions Campus Tour at IYRS3:30 pm – Teens: Silent Book Club at Newport Public Library4:30 […]
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Middletown exploring idea of an off-leash dog park, asking residents to take a dog park survey
At the request of the Middletown Town Council, the Open Space & Fields Committee is exploring the possibility of an off-leash dog park. To gauge the communities’ interest in a dog park, they have launched a survey as one of the first steps in the process. “Attention Middletown dog owners! Please take this quick, four […]
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What’s Up This Week: 40+ things to do, live music and entertainment listings
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport, Jamestown, Middletown, and Portsmouth this week and weekend, enjoy! Cruise Ship Schedule Friday (Oct. 25) – Start Pride (Capacity: 208 passengers)Saturday (Oct. 26) – Navigator (Capacity: 490 passengers)Sunday (Oct. 27) – Star Pride (Capacity: 208 passengers) You might also like; Trinity Church’s annual […]
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Potter League for Animals will receive four dogs from Kabul, Afghanistan this week
The Potter League for Animals announced today that they will be receiving four dogs who were rescued from the streets of Kabul, Afghanistan in partnership with Nowzad, Afghanistan’s first animal shelter and rescue resource center, on Thursday, August 29th. The Nowzad Charity was founded in 2007 by Sgt. Pen Farthing with a mission to reunite […]
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Owners of Diego’s purchase Easton’s Point Pub; Diego’s Barrio Cantina coming soon
Have you ever wished Diego’s Bodega in Middletown had the same famous margaritas as Diego’s in Newport? In 2018, Diego’s owners Scott and Adrienne Kirmil are making that wish come true and much more. Following the successful expansion of Diego’s at Bowen’s Wharf, they’re moving the bodega from 124 Aquidneck Avenue to the former home […]
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Newport Vineyards Offers More Than Just Wine
Sponsored Content March in Newport has us all buzzing about the Annual Newport St. Patrick’s Day Parade, but Aquidneck Island has a ton of great events going on all month. The team at Newport Vineyards has lined up more than a few them, and they’re excited to share upcoming dates for live music, comedy, classes, […]
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New England Grass Fed Moves to Portsmouth; Cloverbud Ranch to Open in May
Good news for anyone who values access to delicious, local, humanely raised, 100% grass fed beef: Martin Beck, owner of New England Grass Fed, recently moved his herd of cross-bred Devon, Angus and Hereford yearling cattle from Matunuck to 100 acres of land on Aquidneck Island. He’s leasing the former Van Hof property on the […]
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Five Newport Vineyards Events to Keep Your Winter Doldrums Away
Now that the holidays have passed, it’s time to countdown the days until spring returns to Newport, right? Wrong. There are loads of events happening around town this winter that make it worth sticking around Aquidneck Island in January, February and March. Here are five coming up at Newport Vineyards alone that will help keep your winter doldrums […]