A national book tour for “RADIANT: The Life and Line of Keith Haring” is coming to the Jamestown Arts Center on May 4. The book, released on March 5, 2024 by Harper, is considered to be the definitive account of the American artist. The event, which is free and open to the public, will feature […]
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Dune Restoration: Save the Bay revitalizes dunes at Easton’s Beach and across the Ocean State
There’s a reason the state is known as the Ocean State. Rhode Island’s total shoreline is 400 miles long, an impressive amount of coast for the smallest state in the country. But the large amount of coastal area means many parts of the state are susceptible to environmental issues like flooding, coastal water contamination, and […]
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T. F. Green International Airport in Rhode Island is a contender for top travel award
Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport is once again in the running for some of the nation’s top travel awards. The airport is listed as one of the Best Airports in the U.S. by Condé Nast Traveler magazine. The Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards has been in operation for over a decade, and […]
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Anna M. Ripa Memorial Scholarship is available to Aquidneck Island public high school seniors
The Anna M. Ripa Memorial Scholarship is an annual scholarship awarded to three Aquidneck Island public high school seniors of Italian descent who are entering college. The Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America makes the scholarship available. Eligible seniors are those who will graduate from high school in June 2024 and plan to […]
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What’s Up in Newport this weekend: April 19 – 21
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport, Rhode Island, this weekend, Friday, April 19 through Sunday, April 21, 2024. What’sUpNewp stories related to this weekend Friday, April 19 Things To Do Newport Daffodil Days throughout Newport County 9:30 am to 5:30 pm: Sip N’ Shop at J.R. McLaughlin 10 am to 4 […]
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What’s Up in Newport: Friday, April 19
This story was originally published as a What’sUpNewp newsletter. Sign up for our free newsletter to receive this post in your inbox every weekday morning! Friday, April 19, 2024 🌿 Aquidneck Community Table is hosting a spring garden cleanup event as a part of Aquidneck Island Earth Week. The event will occur on the Aquidneck […]
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Growing for good: Aquidneck Community Table hosts a spring cleanup educational and advocacy event in support of sustainable local foods and food justice
On April 25, 2024, the Aquidneck Community Table (ACT) is hosting a spring garden cleanup event as a part of Aquidneck Island Earth Week. The event will occur on Aquidneck Land Trust property off of Elizabeth Lane in Middletown. The ACT leases a part of the property (as does Garman Farm) and uses it to […]
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Obituary: Clifton Patrick Brownell
Clifton Patrick Brownell, 32 of San Diego, CA passed away unexpectedly on April 5, 2024. Born in Oceanside CA, Clifton was the son of Gregory Brownell of San Diego, CA and Elizabeth “Betty” Arnold of Oceanside, CA. Growing up in Encinitas, CA, Cliff was a passionate fan of the San Diego Chargers, authentic Mexican burritos, […]
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Ideal mix of new and familiar faces to compete for 2024 Resolute Cup
Source: New York Yacht Club There’s no set formula for evaluating the entry list for an invitational event. But among the critical criteria would be a healthy number of former champions, geographic diversity and a handful of new entries. Collectively, the 28 clubs that will contest the seventh edition of the Resolute Cup, a Corinthian […]
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People’s Credit Union donates $2,000 to Narrow River Preservation Association
People’s Credit Union has donated $2,000 to the Narrow River Preservation Association (NRPA) to support the organization’s work to protect the Narrow River and its watershed. “Since 1970, the citizen volunteers involved with the NRPA have been engaged in making a tremendous impact on preserving and protecting our environment,” said Mr. Daly. “People’s Credit Union […]
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Resolution introduced by Rhode Island delegation to honor contributions of Seabees
As part of a bipartisan effort to recognize the 82nd anniversary of the US Navy Construction Force, also known as the Seabees, a resolution was introduced on Thursday that honors the significant contributions the unit has made to the nation’s defense and service. A statement by the office of Senator Jack Reed, Chairman of the […]
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Kennedy family makes ‘crystal clear’ its Biden endorsement in attempt to deflate RFK Jr.’s candidacy
By ZEKE MILLER, WILL WEISSERT and CHRIS MEGERIAN Associated Press PHILADELPHIA (AP) — President Joe Biden scooped up endorsements from at least 15 members of the Kennedy political family during a campaign stop Thursday as he aims to undermine Donald Trump and marginalize the candidacy of independent Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Kerry Kennedy, a daughter of former Attorney General Robert […]
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Four to be inducted into the Rhode Island Music Hall of Fame on April 28
The Rhode Island Music Hall of Fame (RIMHOF) will induct four new members into the Class of 2024: Harry Allen, Dr. George Kent, Shawnn Monteiro, and Daryl Sherman. As RIMHOF celebrates its tenth induction season, Sunday’s April 28 event will occur at The Met, located within the Hope Artiste Village complex, 999 Main St., Pawtucket, RI. […]
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Rhode Island grants to extend learning beyond school year
The state is taking applications from communities interested in using federal aid to expand learning opportunities for students outside of the traditional 180-day school year. The Learn365RI grants program makes $3.8 million in federal aid available to eligible municipalities to fund new or expanded initiatives that promote learning beyond the formal school day. The program […]
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Newport In Bloom announces 2024 Daffodil Days window decorating winners
Source: Newport In Bloom Throughout April, Newport has blossomed into a vibrant sea of yellow and stores and businesses have embraced the spirit of spring with the Annual Daffodil Days Window Decorating Contest, organized by Newport in Bloom. Chairperson Joan Jacobs of Newport in Bloom expressed her delight, stating, “The outpouring of creativity and community pride […]
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Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority’s financial condition upgraded to A+
Standard & Poor’s Rating Service (S&P) has upgraded the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority’s (RITBA) financial condition to A+ from A in its latest rating report. The upgrade reflects S&P’s expectations that RITBA will continue to maintain its strong financial risk profile, supported by stable and recovered toll transactions following the downward spiral of […]
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What’s Up in Newport: Thursday, April 18
This story was originally published as a What’sUpNewp newsletter. Sign up for our free newsletter to receive this post in your inbox every weekday morning! Thursday, April 18, 2024 🍻 After a four-and-a-half-year multiphase project, Newport Craft Brewing & Distilling Co. will reopen its doors on Friday. Read More – Newport Craft Brewing & Distilling Co. […]
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Houck throws 3-hitter in 2-0 win over Guardians for Boston’s 1st CG shutout at Fenway since 2017
By MAUREEN MULLEN Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — Tanner Houck pitched a three-hitter with nine strikeouts for Boston’s first complete-game shutout at Fenway Park in nearly seven years, and the Red Sox beat the Cleveland Guardians 2-0 on Wednesday night. Connor Wong homered in the fourth, one inning after Boston scored its first run on […]
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Newport City Council to hold next meeting on April 24
Newport City Council will hold its next meeting on Wednesday, April 24. The public is welcome to attend the meeting, which will take place in the City Council Chambers at Newport City Hall starting at 6:30 p.m. Here’s a look at what’s on the docket; CITY OF NEWPORT DOCKET FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING […]
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Newport Restoration Foundation announces call for nominations for 2024 Doris Duke Historic Preservation Awards
Source: Newport Restoration Foundation The annual Doris Duke Preservation Awards, a joint program of the Newport Restoration Foundation and the City of Newport, encourages excellence in historic preservation by recognizing exemplary preservation, restoration, and rehabilitation projects as well as education and advocacy initiatives that have taken place throughout Newport County. The awards also seek to […]
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MLK Center’s ‘Live from the Loading Dock’ moves to the Pocket Park
Source: MLK Center The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center (MLK Community Center) is kicking off their favorite free summer event, Live from the Loading Dock. Live from the Loading Dock is a summer concert series that invites the community to enjoy a free concert showcasing local artists. The concert also provides free food […]
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After 40 nights of U2 at the Sphere, Phish’s Trey Anastasio talks about taking over
By JOSH CORNFIELD Associated Press LAS VEGAS (AP) — Phish has been performing for decades, but never has the band played the same show twice. Over the 40 years since the band was formed at a Vermont college, Phish has amassed a reputation for its dedicated legion of fans and the dazzling light shows that accompany the improvisational jams. […]
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More than 4,000 runners take part in the Newport Rhode Races Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K
Source: Rhode Races Newport On Saturday, the Newport Rhode Races Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K hosted over 4000 participants at the annual running event. Runners began and completed their journey at Easton’s Beach, touring the “city-by-the-sea” on foot and taking in the flower-filled spring sights. John Hirschboeck of Newport in Bloom joined in the festivities, starting all […]
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Micro, but mighty: Aquidneck Land Trust hosts a pollinator habitat workshop at Spruce Acres Farm for Aquidneck Island Earth Week 2024
In honor of Aquidneck Island Earth Week, Aquidneck Land Trust is hosting a pollinator habitat workshop at Spruce Acres Farm, a 22.67-acre former tree farm which is on the border of Middletown and Portsmouth. The workshop, which requires registration online but is free and open to the public, takes place on Sunday, April 21, 2024, […]
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The Celtics have been the NBA’s most dominant team. Only a championship will make season complete
BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Celtics know that no one cares about everything they’ve accomplished during the regular season. Being the only team to win 60 games? That’s cool. Beating 10 teams by 30 or more points and becoming the first team in NBA history to have three 50-point wins in the same season? Not […]