Spring is just around the corner, and as warmer weather approaches, local ice cream joints are awakening from their winter slumber. Warren and Jess Sternberg, the owners of Clementine’s Homemade Ice Cream, have spent the winter months working hard to grow their small business. This spring, Aquidneck Islanders will be treated to a shop expansion […]
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Rhode Island Senate passes bill to protect patients’ pharmacy options
The Senate today passed a bill sponsored by Sen. Linda Ujifusa that protects patients from an insurance scheme called “white bagging” that interferes with how prescribed drugs are delivered and administered. White bagging refers to a practice where insurers require patients to get their prescriptions from insurer-affiliated pharmacies that are often mail order-only. The bill […]
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Rhode Island Energy: Significant drop in electricity supply prices coming for customers
Rhode Island Energy announced today that electricity supply prices will drop significantly this spring based on a new rate proposal that is before the Rhode Island Public Utilities Commission (RIPUC). The supply decrease applies to those Rhode Island Energy customers who are on the Company’s default supply rate, also known as its Last Resort Service […]
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Mount Hope Bridge lane restrictions to begin Monday
Drivers traveling on the Mount Hope Bridge will begin to experience delays as the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority begins a period of lane restrictions. The restrictions, which are scheduled to begin Monday, March 11, are to enable cable air flow testing, part of the design of the Mount Hope dehumidification project., RITBA officials […]
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Middletown installs new lifesaving equipment at Gaudet Athletic Complex
The Town of Middletown has announced the installation of new lifesaving equipment at the Gaudet Athletic Complex on Turner Road. The equipment, which the Middletown Athletic Boosters donated, will help assist those who have suffered a cardiac arrest. The new automated external defibrillator (AED) is located in the concession stand building. It is equipped with […]
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Rhode Island to provide fresh, locally-grown food to seniors through upgraded food assistance program
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) announced on Thursday that upgraded fresh and healthy food options are on the way to Rhode Island seniors. DEM’s Division of Agriculture and Forest Environment has upgraded its Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) to provide an estimated 10,000 eligible seniors with fresh, RI Grown fruit and […]
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Newport Contemporary Ballet to present ‘Shifting Light’
Newport Contemporary Ballet’s spring repertory performance, Shifting Light, includes a strikingly diverse program with work ranging from beautiful, neo-classical ballet to powerful contemporary dance. Shifting Light includes four world premiere works by choreographers Kristopher Estes-Brown, Caroline Dahm, Janice Rosario, and NCB’s Artistic Director, Danielle Genest. Shifting Light will also include continued participation in the national Arpino Centennial Celebration to […]
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Last chance for Rhode Island voters to request mail ballots
The Rhode Island Department of State announced today that the last day for eligible Rhode Island voters to apply for a mail ballot for the Presidential Preference Primary is Thursday, March 12, 2024. Registered voters can apply for a mail ballot by mail or through the RI Department of State’s online mail ballot application portal […]
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Whip Lawson, East Bay legislators introduce legislation requiring regular, comprehensive Washington Bridge updates
To ensure Rhode Islanders receive reliable, constant, and comprehensive updates regarding the status of the Washington Bridge, Senate Majority Whip Valarie J. Lawson and other East Bay lawmakers have introduced legislation requiring regular monthly reports from the Rhode Island Department of Transportation. “For my constituents in East Providence, and for residents across East Bay communities, […]
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What’s Up this weekend in Newport: March 8 – 10
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport, Rhode Island, this weekend, Friday, March 8 through Sunday, March 10. Friday, March 8 Things To Do 10 am: A is for Art at Newport Public Library 2 pm: Film Series – 2024 Oscar Nominees at Newport Public Library 3 pm: Aloha Couples […]
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Obituary: Debra M. Shepherd
Debra M. Shepherd, 65, of Hamden, CT, formerly of Portsmouth, RI, passed away on February 29, 2024. She was the wife of the late Wallace B. Shepherd, Jr. Born in Winthrop, MA, she was the daughter of Chester D. Capodilupo Sr. and the late Mary Rose (DiNicola) Capodilupo. Debra graduated from Rogers High School and […]
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Arts & Cultural Alliance of Newport County is accepting nominations for LeRoy White Soul & Conscience Award
The Arts & Cultural Alliance of Newport County (“ACA”) and the LeRoy White Family Foundation are now accepting nominations for the second annual LeRoy White Soul & Conscience Award. The $5,000 award will be given annually to a musician of any age or situation whose life and/or art contribute to and connect the community. Musicians […]
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Newport Contemporary Ballet will present ‘Are the Crayons Quitting?’
Newport Contemporary Ballet presents: Are the Crayons Quitting? Adapted from The Day the Crayons Quit by Drew Daywalt. Returning by popular demand, Are The Crayons Quitting? – based on bestselling author Drew Daywalt’s book, The Day The Crayons Quit! This original adaptation includes Rhode Island artists, composers, and designers who collaborated with Artistic Director Danielle Genest to bring […]
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Obituary: Dr. John Brian Haworth
Dr. John Brian Haworth, of Tiverton, RI, died peacefully on Saturday, February 24, 2024, at the age of 97. Dr. Haworth was born on January 30, 1927, to the late Norman Blackburn Haworth and Lucetta (Knight) Haworth in Dunkinfield, Cheshire, England. He was the husband of Jean (Norbury) Haworth. Dr. Haworth was a Chartered Engineer […]
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Obituary: Nancy E. Beimler
Newport, RI – Nancy E. Beimler, 88, entered into Eternity on March 1, 2024. She had been the devoted wife of William C. Beimler for nearly 66 years. Nancy was born in Manchester, NH, on July 8, 1935, as the daughter of Edward and Loretta (Labelle) Cousins and younger sister of Norman Cousins. Nancy grew […]
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Natalie Spooner scores as Toronto beats Boston 3-1 for eighth straight win
TORONTO (AP) — Natalie Spooner had a goal and an assist, and Toronto beat Boston 3-1 on Wednesday night for its eighth consecutive victory. Allie Munroe and Maggie Connors also scored for Toronto (10-5-0), which has won nine of 10 overall. Kristen Campbell made 22 saves in front of a sellout crowd of 2,479 at […]
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Will de-politicizing CRMC win legislative support?
Shoreline access has been a hot-button issue for many communities in Rhode Island as legislators seek to adopt rules to assure Rhode Islanders’ access to beaches, protect homeowners, and strengthen the organization that oversees the state’s shoreline. That was the motivation behind the legislation proposed by Senator Victoria Gu, D-Dist. 38 (Charlestown, Westerly, South Kingstown) […]
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Easton’s Beach demolition, real estate tax, short-term rental compliance on Newport City Council docket
Newport City Council will host their next Regular City Council Meeting on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at 6:30 pm. The meeting, which is open to the public, will take place in the City Council Chambers at Newport City Hall. CITY OF NEWPORT DOCKET FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 13, 2024 The following items […]
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Congressman Amo advances over $20 million in federal Community Project Funding for Rhode Island’s First Congressional District
Today, Congressman Gabe Amo (D-RI-01) voted in support of six fiscal year 2024 appropriations bills, including $20,075,769 in federal Community Project Funding for Rhode Island’s First Congressional District. “I am incredibly grateful former Congressman David Cicilline initiated these projects that I can now carry forward because they will have a profound impact on communities across […]
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Newport String Project to perform at Salve Regina University
The Newport String Project will perform at Salve Regina University as part of its first series of events under a National Endowment for the Arts Challenge America grant. The concert, which is free and open to the public, will feature the Newport String Quartet with guest musicians Elise Kuder on violin and Philip Solomonick on […]
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Newport Classical will host two spring community concerts
Newport Classical presents two spring Community Concerts featuring Empire Wild on Sunday, April 28, 2024, at 2:30 pm at Newport Craft Brewing (293 JT Connell Highway) and Invoke on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at 2:30 pm at Miantonomi Memorial Park (120 Hillside Ave). Audiences can look forward to these casual, engaging, and welcoming concerts – […]
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Senate leaders in Rhode Island hope 25-bill package will make health care more affordable
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Senate leaders in Rhode Island are pushing a 25-bill package aimed at making health care more affordable and easier to access. One piece of the package would let the state buy medical debt using federal COVID-19 dollars. Under the proposal, the state could purchase the debt for pennies on the dollar […]
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How gas prices have changed in Newport County in the last week
The national average for gasoline has gone up about 10 cents from a week ago as American drivers enter the time of year when they can expect seasonal price increases at the gas pump. “We’re entering spring break season, and historically, March and April bring higher gas prices as demand rises,” AAA spokesperson Aixa Diaz […]
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Rhode Island Senate introduces 25 new bills to improve healthcare access and affordability
The Rhode Island Senate has introduced 25 new bills aimed at improving health care access and affordability in the state. The new laws are intended to address the challenges facing the state’s health care system by focusing on four key pillars: consumer protection, provider availability and care quality, cost containment, and health system financial stability. […]
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Rhode Island FC announces 2024 broadcast schedule
Today, Rhode Island FC announced its television broadcast schedule for the upcoming 2024 USL Championship season. Head Coach Khano Smith’s club enters its first season competing in the league, and fans will be able to follow the club all year long. On the national stage, RIFC will be featured on CBS Sports Network when the team visits […]