By MARIA SHERMAN AP Music Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) — For generations, German composer Hans Zimmer ‘s film scores have soundtracked magic movie moments in “The Lion King,” “Gladiator,” the “Dark Knight” trilogy, and most recently, “Dune” and “Dune: Part Two.” This fall, Zimmer will bring his award-winning scores to the live stage. His “Hans Zimmer Live” tour, which sold out […]
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The United States has its first large offshore wind farm, with more to come
America’s first commercial-scale offshore wind farm is officially open, a long-awaited moment that helps pave the way for a succession of large wind farms. Danish wind energy developer Ørsted and the utility Eversource built a 12-turbine wind farm called South Fork Wind 35 miles (56 kilometers) east of Montauk Point, New York. New York Gov. […]
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Rhode Island to hold public meetings on proposed sale of two hospitals
The Rhode Island Department of Public Health and the Attorney General’s Office will hold public meetings regarding the proposed sale of Roger Williams Medical Center and Our Lady of Fatima Hospital. The public is welcome to participate by signing up via this link. Written comments on the proposed transaction will be accepted until March 29, […]
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Rhode Island launches Civic Leadership Summit for high schoolers
The Rhode Island Department of State’s Office of Civic Education and Engagement will launch its inaugural Civic Leadership Summit in April. The three-day program, which is free for all high school students interested in civic engagement, will take students from 41 high schools across the state to experience hands-on learning opportunities in a unique program […]
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People’s Credit Union donates $2,000 to Child & Family
People’s Credit Union has donated $2,000 to Child & Family, a leading social service organization dedicated to preventing homelessness and providing support for homeless and at-risk families, elders, and people with disabilities. The donation will help fund the agency’s mission of providing home-based and community-based services that range from foster care and early learning to […]
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What’s Pi Day all about? Math, science, pies and more
By CURT ANDERSON Associated Press Math enthusiasts around the world, from college kids to rocket scientists, celebrate Pi Day on Thursday, which is March 14 or 3/14 — the first three digits of an infinite number with many practical uses. Around the world many people will mark the day with a slice of pie — […]
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RI Foundation offering $10,000 grants for local projects
The Rhode Island Foundation is offering local libraries, neighborhood groups, and nonprofit organizations grants of up to $10,000 to fund proposals that bring people together as a community. The deadline to apply is March 22. “Communities thrive where people, places and traditions meet. We want your best suggestions for enhancing the quality of life, building relationships, […]
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Transatlantic Race 2025 to allow autopilots throughout the fleet
By New York Yacht Club It’s the middle of a foggy night in the North Atlantic. The breeze is fickle and there is nary a star or landsight by which to guide the yacht. It’s the sort of weather than drives helmspeople insane as they chase the compass this way and that, trying, often in […]
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Dates set for the 2024 Newport International Boat Show
The Newport International Boat Show, presented by BankNewport, announced today that the 53rd annual Newport International Boat Show will take place September 12 through 15, 2024, at the Newport Yachting Center in downtown Newport, Rhode Island. “With the strength of the boating industry right now, we are very excited to begin the boat show season […]
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CCRI and Conexion Latina to host Financial Aid Info Session
The Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI) and Conexion Latina will host a Financial Aid Information Session for students at Conexion Latina (170 Broadway, Newport) on Thursday, March 21. The event, which will take place from 3 to 6 p.m., is part of the City of Newport’s Learn 365 initiative to increase Rogers High School […]
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Rhode Island FC signs former Providence College defender Nathan Messer
Rhode Island FC announced today that it has signed former Providence College defender Nathan Messer for the upcoming 2024 USL Championship season, pending league and federation approval. The former Friar becomes RIFC’s 22nd all-time acquisition. “We’re really excited to bring another former Providence College standout onto our roster,” said Rhode Island FC Head Coach Khano Smith. “Nathan has […]
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Friday is the deadline for nonprofits to register for 401Gives
April 1st – and with it, 401Gives – is just around the corner, and United Way of Rhode Island is reminding local nonprofits that this Friday, March 15, is the final day to register to participate. As of Wednesday morning, more than 550 organizations were signed up, putting the day on track to set a new […]
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Red Sox pitcher Lucas Giolito has elbow repaired with internal brace, expected to miss season
By MARK DIDTLER Associated Press TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Boston Red Sox right-hander Lucas Giolito is expected to miss this season after his right ulnar collateral ligament was repaired with an internal brace. Dr. Jeffrey R. Dugas operated Tuesday at the Andrews Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center in Birmingham, Alabama. Giolito was able to avoid […]
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Middletown hosting Annual Easter Egg Hunt postponed to March 30
Update March 22, 2024 With rain expected all day Saturday, the Middletown Egg Hunt has been postponed. The make-up date for the event is now Saturday, March 30, from 10 a.m. to noon. Original Story March 13, 2024 The Town of Middletown’s Outreach Department will host its annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 23, […]
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Rhode Island Foundation awarded $89 million to 2,500 nonprofits in 2023
The Rhode Island Foundation awarded over 2,500 non-profit organizations with a total of $89 million dollars in 2023, making it the single largest grant the foundation has ever given. The foundation is the largest public sector funded nonprofit funder in the state and aims to improve the lives of all Rhode Islanders through education, economic […]
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Congressman Amo highlights Rhode Island’s clean energy leadership at House Hearing
Congressman Gabe Amo (D-R.I.) spoke about the importance of clean energy, and Rhode Island’s leadership in it, at a House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology Subcommittee on Energy hearing. The hearing was focused on the Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E), which supports research and development for clean energy technologies. Amo said that Rhode Island […]
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Obituary: James Fernand Legein
Jim Legein, a beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on March 7, 2024, in Middletown, RI at the age of 84. Born in Springfield, MA, on December 3, 1939, Jim touched the lives of many with his infectious spirit and kind heart. Mr. Legein was predeceased by his parents Fernand and Dorothy […]
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Jimerson puts up 26, Saint Louis beats Rhode Island 74-71 in Atlantic 10 Conference Tournament
NEW YORK (AP) — Gibson Jimerson had 26 points and Saint Louis beat Rhode Island 74-71 on Tuesday in the Atlantic 10 Conference Tournament. Saint Louis (13-19), a No. 14 seed, advances to play No. 6 seed Duquesne in the second round on Wednesday. Jimerson also had five assists for the Billikens. Terrence Hargrove Jr. […]
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Middletown High School students launch ‘Get Out The Vote’ campaign
As the 2024 elections draw near, a new campaign is underway at Middletown High School to increase civic engagement among students. The ‘Get Out The Vote’ campaign is being led by student government leaders Kelsey Welby and Chloe Tysor. “I know there are a lot of kids who have issues they believe in, whatever they […]
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Rhode Island farmers, forest owners, oyster growers, and urban growers can apply for conservation funding from USDA
The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service is currently accepting applications from producers across Rhode Island for conservation funding. The funding is part of an effort to help farmers, forest owners, oyster growers, and urban growers improve their land to benefit natural resources, build resiliency, and contribute to climate change mitigation. Applications are due by March […]
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Legislators join students and educators in calling for civics education funding
Legislative sponsors, students, educators, and members of the Rhode Island Civic Learning Coalition rallied at the State House today for a greater focus on civics education in public schools, starting with legislation for increased, dedicated funding established as part of the state’s education funding formula. “Students need and deserve to understand how democracy and their […]
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Tiverton to host solar eclipse presentation
The Tiverton Public Library is preparing for an upcoming free event that will feature a presentation on the upcoming solar eclipse. The free event will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 26, at the library at 34 Roosevelt Avenue in Tiverton. The presentation will be given by Francine Jackson, Staff Astronomer at the […]
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Nas to perform with Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra at Providence Performing Arts Center
Poet and rhyme-master Nas is coming to the Providence Performing Arts Center on July 20. Nas will take the stage at 8 p.m., joined by the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra. Tickets for the concert, titled “Nas with the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra,” will go on sale at the PPAC Box Office on Wednesday, March 20th, […]
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Save The Bay’s new Hamilton Family Aquarium will open on March 28
Downtown Newport’s newest attraction now has an opening date: Save The Bay announced today that its Hamilton Family Aquarium will open on Thursday, March 28. The opening will mark the conclusion of a three-year, multi-million dollar renovation, producing a one-of-a-kind facility that will allow guests from near and far “discover the world beneath the waves […]
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Rep. Cortvriend sponsors bill in Speaker Shekarchi’s housing package
Rep. Terri Cortvriend has introduced legislation to help spur housing production in Rhode Island. The bill is part of House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi’s 15-bill package of legislation to address Rhode Island’s housing crisis. The legislation (2024-H 7982) amends provisions relative to the application of zoning ordinances pertaining to wetland buffers to projects for development, […]