Calling all pizza lovers! Providence Pizza Week is back and will feature nearly 40 different restaurants from around the city. The event, hosted by the Providence Warwick Convention and Visitors Bureau (PWCVB), will allow attendees to vote for their favorite pizzas from April 14 through April 20. “Pizza Week is the perfect excuse to visit […]
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Author Susan Eisenhower, a granddaughter of President Eisenhower, will speak at Salve Regina University commencement
Renowned author, scholar and policy analyst Susan Eisenhower will present Salve Regina’s Commencement address and receive an honorary degree as a member of the Class of 2024 at the University’s 74th Commencement on Sunday, May 19. Her most recent book, “How Ike Led: The Principles Behind Eisenhower’s Biggest Decisions,” has received critical acclaim nationally and […]
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What Sold: A look at the 15 homes that exchanged hands last week in Newport County
Rhode Island, though small in size, has become a cultural destination for many and has quickly cemented itself as one of the most intriguing second home markets for out of state buyers. Boasting a vast 400-mile coastline adorned with pristine white-sand beaches and charming New England towns, it’s easy to see why the Ocean State […]
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Ethiopia’s Sisay Lemma wins Boston Marathon in runaway. Kenya’s Hellen Obiri repeats in women’s race
BOSTON (AP) — Sisay Lemma scorched the first half of the Boston Marathon course on Monday, setting a record pace to build a lead of more than half of a mile. Then the weather heated up, and the 34-year-old Ethiopian slowed down. After running alone for most of the morning, Lemma held on down Boylston […]
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What’s in Season: A mid-April Mount Hope Farm farmers market brings in a fresh catch of seafood
Even though the sun is starting to peek out from behind April rainclouds, the untrustworthy weather mixed with the breeze off the bay makes being outside on the bare edges of blustery and chilly. That’s why, despite it being mid-April, the Mount Hope Farmers Market spent its last “winter” weekend indoors in the barn. On […]
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Ride Island releases briefing book before East Main Road public hearing
In response to questions posed by Middletown Town Councilors and members of the public, a Briefing Book titled “East Main Road Road Diet” has been released in advance of a Public Hearing called by the Middletown Town Council for tomorrow, Monday, April 15th, 2024, 6:30 pm at Middletown Town Hall, 350 East Main Road, Middletown, […]
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Payton Pritchard scores career-high 38 points in Celtics’ 132-122 win over Wizards
By KEN POWTAK Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — Payton Pritchard scored a career-high 38 points and the NBA-best Boston Celtics rested their entire starting lineup in a 132-122 victory over the Washington Wizards on Sunday in the teams’ regular-season finale. Svi Mykhailiuk added 26 points and Sam Hauser 16 for Boston, which sat Jayson Tatum, […]
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Brad Marchand caps Bruins’ four-goal second period in 6-4 win over Penguins
By DAN SCIFO Associated Press PITTSBURGH (AP) — Brad Marchand scored short-handed to cap Boston’s four-goal second period, and the Bruins beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 6-4 on Saturday night. Pavel Zacha had a goal and an assist, and Jake DeBrusk, Kevin Shattenkirk, Danton Heinen and Morgan Geekie also scored as the Bruins regained the top […]
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The Guild Brewing Company and Rhode Island FC team up on new beer release
On Friday, April 12, The Guild Brewing Company, Rhode Island’s largest craft brewery with locations in Pawtucket, Providence and Warren, unveiled a limited release of RIFC Pale Ale, a special collaboration beer with Rhode Island FC. The Official Craft Beer of Rhode Island FC, The Guild Brewing Company brings its award-winning taste to Beirne Stadium, the temporary home […]
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Just My Opinion: Perhaps inflation is really linked to corporate greed
GDP, CPI, WPI, corporate profits, tax avoidance, consumer confidence … goes on and on, as we all try to understand the state of an economy that some politicians say is soaring and others say is in the tank. Which is it? Don’t expect me to tell you. I’m no economist. Although economists like the University […]
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Obituary: Martha Fuller
Martha MacLeish Fuller, of Somerville, MA, and Prudence Island, RI, died on April 10, 2024, after an extended attempt to coexist with colon and pancreatic cancer. She was the daughter of Kenneth MacLeish and Carolyn deChadenèdes. She leaves her beloved husband, Herbert Fuller; her sons, Drew Glazier and Levi Fuller (Meghan), and granddaughter, Rowan Loch […]
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Obituary: Mary McGowan
“To the well-organized mind, death is but the next great adventure.”~J. K Rowling Mary Anne (Shaw) McGowan passed away peacefully on April 11, 2024 and crossed over into the arms of her beloved, Mike who has been awaiting her arrival on the other side. The knowledge of their reunion is sweet solace amidst the ache […]
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Right whale is found entangled off New England in a devastating year for the vanishing species
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — A North Atlantic right whale has been spotted entangled in rope off New England, worsening an already devastating year for the vanishing animals, federal authorities said. The right whales number less than 360 and are vulnerable to entanglement in fishing gear and collisions with ships. The entangled whale was seen Tuesday […]
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Obituary: Gloria Sanfilippo
Gloria A. (Moniz) Sanfilippo was born in Newport, on April 7th, 1934, to Evaristo Moniz and Anna (DeCosta) Moniz. She worked at the Lincoln Store for 3 years and then went on to work at McGanns restaurant for 6 years. Gloria also worked at Raytheon for 30 years as a cable maker. She was an […]
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Ben & Jerry’s to host Free Cone Day on April 16
Ben & Jerry’s is throwing its annual Free Cone Day celebration on April 16, but this time, the ice cream maker is including a call to action. While any day free ice cream is involved is a win, the Ben & Jerry’s team behind the annual fan appreciation event, now well past its 40th year, […]
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Weekend Weather: Gusty Winds, Chance of Showers
Here is the full weather forecast for Newport, Rhode Island, via the National Weather Service: Tonight: It will be mostly cloudy, with a low of around 45. The south wind will be 13 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. Saturday: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 53. Southwest wind 15 to […]
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U.S. Naval War College hosts 14th Flag and Executive Leader Implementation Course
By Leisa Premdas, U.S. Naval War College Public Affairs The U.S. Naval War College’s (NWC) College of Leadership and Ethics (CLE) hosted the 14th iteration of its Flag and Executive Leader Implementation Course (FELIX), a series providing naval leaders with problem-solving best practices to accelerate warfighting advantage, onboard Naval Station Newport, April 10-12. FELIX-14 brought […]
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What’s Up in Newport this weekend: April 12 – 14
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport, Rhode Island, this weekend, Friday, April 12 through Sunday, April 14, 2024. Coming Up This Weekend What’sUpNewp stories related to this weekend… Salve Regina University to host Natasha Bedingfield, Ruston Kelly for Spring Week concert Rhode Island PBS Annual Fundraiser, Uncorked, Returns April […]
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On the Market: Here’s a look at a busy weekend of Open Houses in Newport County
The local real estate scene is busy, full of renewed excitement as we witness a welcome uptick in housing inventory. This weekend marks a pivotal moment in the spring market, signaling a shift towards a time of year when more homes become available for sale. While options may still be limited, the surge in activity […]
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Aquidneck Island Earth Week returns April 20 – 27, with twenty-six events planned
Community partners across Aquidneck Island have joined forces to create a week of environmentally-themed events. This year’s festivities include clean-ups, seedling sales, nature walks, workshops, films, lectures, and studio tours. In its fifth year, Aquidneck Island Earth Week is a collaborative effort between non-profits, committees, artists, businesses, and residents to promote environmental awareness and action […]
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CCRI earns Military Friendly School designation for third consecutive Year
For the third year in a row, the Community College of Rhode Island has received a Military Friendly School designation from VIQTORY, a national organization dedicated to connecting veterans with civilian employers. This designation reflects CCRI’s commitment to creating opportunities for veterans to receive higher education and achieve economic well-being. The college has earned a […]
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Providence Warwick CVB reports $10 million direct spend spike as meetings and conventions business grows
The Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau (PWCVB) shared its latest report showing a direct spend of more than $23 million from March and April events alone booked by the PWCVB and its subsidiary, the Rhode Island Sports Commission. These findings show a continued growth in business events and sports-related travel, resulting in a greater […]
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Island-wide water main flushing will take place April 14 – May 2
As part of the Newport Water Division’s ongoing maintenance of the water distribution system, a water main flushing program in designated areas will begin during evening hours beginning Sunday, April 14, 2024 and ending May 2, 2024. To minimize impacts to our customers, flushing crews will begin at 8:00 p.m. and continue until 4:00 a.m. […]
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How immigrant workers in US have helped boost job growth and stave off a recession
By PAUL WISEMAN, GISELA SALOMON and CHRISTOPHER RUGABER Associated Press MIAMI (AP) — Having fled economic and political chaos in Venezuela, Luisana Silva now loads carpets for a South Carolina rug company. She earns enough to pay rent, buy groceries, gas up her car — and send money home to her parents. Reaching the United […]
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Newport Police are investigating the death of a 2-month old
Newport Police Department is investigating an incident at Festival Field Housing Development that resulted in the death of a 2-month-old and the arrest of a 17-year-old. Newport Police Department shared the following information on Friday morning; On 4/11/24 at about 10:55 p.m., Newport Police Officers along with Newport Fire Department personnel responded to the Festival […]