Newport property owners will begin receiving a Notice of Reassessment in the mail next week as part of the City’s ongoing statistical revaluation process. The notice, which was prepared in concert with the City’s consultants, Tyler Technologies, will include each property’s new Assessed Value along with instructions about how to appeal the new valuation. The new […]
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Ink Fish Books hosts author Elizabeth Gonzalez James for book club discussions and hard conversations
Author Elizabeth Gonzalez James’ new book, The Bullet Swallower, has been making a splash in literary circles from an interview with NPR to positive reception from Kirkus Reviews and the L.A. Times to being chosen as Boston.com’s Book Club Read for February. Amidst it all, the indie bookstore in Warren, RI, Ink Fish Books, has […]
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Portsmouth to celebrate Founders’ Day on March 7
The Portsmouth Historical Society will host a celebration of the Town’s 1638 founding with a ceremony at the Town Hall on March 7. The original founding document, the Portsmouth Compact of 1638, one of the oldest and most important documents in the State Archives, will be transported with a police escort to the Portsmouth Town […]
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Rhode Island FC signs Rhode Island natives Nate Silveira and Kevin Vang
The Rhode Island FC announced this week that they have signed goalkeeper Nate Silveira and midfield Kevin Vang. The two players are both Rhode Island natives and were born in the state. Silveira, who grew up in East Providence and attended East Providence High School, joins RIFC from Crown Legacy FC of MLS Next Pro. […]
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Rhode Island lawmaker proposes phasing out meal and beverage tax
A new bill introduced by a Glocester/Smithfield representative would gradually drop the state’s meal and beverage tax, eventually phasing it out. Rep. Brian Rea (D) said the effort is aimed at helping families and small businesses struggling under the weight of surging inflation. He said the 1% tax on restaurant food sales adds to the […]
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Rhode Island DEM reminds residents and visitors to renew fishing licenses
With summer fast approaching, the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is reminding residents and visitors to ensure their fishing licenses are up to date. Commercial marine licenses, multipurpose licenses, shellfish over 65 licenses, and nonresident standard licenses are all due by Thursday, 29 February. The DEM is mailing license renewal notices to those […]
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Obituary: Joseph Fitzpatrick Walsh
Joseph Fitzpatrick Walsh of Plymouth Ma, passed away unexpectedly on February 17, 2024 at the young age of 39. Joe had a voracious appetite for reading books of all sorts (hardcover or paperback only please!), and he was a sports fanatic, spectacular golfer, and a super fan of 80s and 90s movies (particularly the Rocky […]
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Rhode Island PBS Annual Fundraiser, Uncorked, Returns April 12
The Rhode Island PBS Annual Fundraiser, Uncorked, is back this year! The event, which celebrates the best of Rhode Island food, will take place on April 12, 2024 at the WaterFire Arts Center in Providence. The event will feature a culinary performance by America’s Test Kitchen winner Bridget Lancaster and Bryan Roof from Cook’s Country. […]
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Middletown considers Cameras to Curb School Zone Speeding
The Middletown Police Department is looking into the possibility of installing speed cameras in front of schools to deter speeding violations. The cameras are a response to the high number of vehicles passing Middletown High School, Gaudet Middle School, Forest Avenue, Aquidneck, and St. George’s schools at speeds higher than the posted limits. According to […]
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Obituary: Charles Raposa
Charles A. Raposa, Jr. 70, of Swansea, Massachusetts, died on February 16, 2024. Born in Newport, RI on September 14, 1953, He was the son of the late Charles and Eileen (Silvia) Raposa. Charlie grew up in Portsmouth and began work as a welder as a young man. He worked for several different companies, both […]
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Obituary: Eric H. Fillion
Eric H. Fillion, 66, of Rumford, Rhode Island, died on February 14, 2024. Born in Providence, RI on April 20, 1957, he was the son of the late Everett and Demetra (Lefas) Fillion. Eric is survived by his stepmother Karen (Ganong) Fillion, and his three siblings: Brian Fillion and his wife Ellen Langas (Haverford, PA), […]
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Oyster Madness returns to Bristol Oyster Bar
The Bristol Oyster Bar is gearing up for the return of its signature event, Oyster Madness, a monthlong bracket-style competition that pairs local oyster farms against each other in a race to win the title of the best oyster in Rhode Island. The competition, which was originally launched in 2017, is slated to run from […]
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Newport County High Schoolers: Apply for $2K Arts Scholarship!
A $2,000 scholarship will be awarded annually to a high school senior who lives in Newport County and demonstrates a commitment to excellence in their field of art. The scholarship, named after Mrs. Harle Tinney, is available to Newport C?County, home-schooled students are also elgible. All areas of the arts are considered, including those represented […]
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Middletown Public Library to host free healthy food demo as part of Middletown Wellness Month
The Middletown Public Library is hosting a free healthy food demo on Monday, March 4 at 5:30 pm, as part of Middletown Wellness Month. Jenette Nessett, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, will be leading the program, which will teach participants how to prepare quick, healthy, and flavorful meals that can help improve overall health. The free […]
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Middletown Wellness Month to feature free opioid overdose training
A free training session on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, will teach participants how to recognize, prevent, and respond to an opioid overdose. The training, which is part of Middletown Wellness Month, is free and open to all ages. The 30-minute training, led by the Newport County Prevention Coalition, will cover the basics of what an […]
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Rhode Island to receive $47.491 million in federal funding for water infrastructure improvements
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced $47.491 million in funding to help modernize Ocean State water infrastructure. The funding comes from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which allocates $43 billion in federal funding for water infrastructure improvements across the country. U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressmen Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo […]
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Sail Newport presents “Neepun ut Keeteaônk – Water Is Life” on Feb. 29
Sail Newport hosts Silvermoon Mars LaRose of the Tomaquag Museum for a presentation on the significance of water titled “Neepun ut Keeteaônk – Water Is Life.” Two elements that life cannot survive without, hydrogen and oxygen, come together to form Water. Water that quenches and cleanses, that heals and destroys, is an essential component of Indigenous foodways, […]
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Hilton Group named to Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams list
The Hilton Group, an advisor team located in Newport, has been named to the Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams list for 2024. This marks the second consecutive year that the team has made the list. The team, led by Private Wealth Advisor James Hilton and financial Advisors Kara Museler and Anthony Cerino, works with ultra-high-net-worth […]
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Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina’s Jason Bjerk appointed to RI Hospitality Association Board of Directors
Jason Bjerk, General Manager at The Newport Harbor Hotel & Marina, has been appointed to the RI Hospitality Association (RIHA) Board of Directors. Bjerk is a seasoned industry leader with expertise in both revenue generation and employee engagement. Bjerk has also served as a Management Consultant during the peak of the Covid-19 pandemic where he […]
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Obituary: Charlie Wright
Charles W. Wright, 81, of Newport, Rhode Island, died on February 14, 2024 at Rhode Island Hospital after a short illness. He was the husband of Anne (Dutra) Wright. Born in Newport, RI on April 8, 1942, He was the son of the late Frederick and Edith (Closson) Wright. A lifelong Newporter, he graduated from […]
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Obituary: Katherine Ann Shine
Katherine Ann (Keefe) Shine, 71, of Middletown, Rhode Island, died at home surrounded by the love of her family on February 16, 2024. She was the wife of Daniel Shine, Jr. Born in South Weymouth, MA on July 22, 1952, she was the daughter of the late James and Adeline (McGlynn) Keefe. Katherine grew up […]
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Newport International Boat Show’s New Chapter: South Florida Ventures takes helm
A new partnership between South Florida Ventures and the Newport International Boat Show (NIBS) will result in the expansion of the historic event and enhanced value for exhibitors and attendees. With a 53-year history deeply rooted in Newport, R.I., the NIBS has been a crucial part of the Northeast boating community. The show, which runs […]
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Newport County nonprofits can apply for $290,000 in grant funding
A $290,000 grant program is now open to nonprofit organizations that serve residents in Newport County. The grants, funded by the Rhode Island Foundation, are available to help these organizations expand their programs and make a positive impact on the community. The Newport County Fund, administered by the Rhode Island Foundation, offers grants of up […]
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Obituary: Mary R. Zagaglia
It is with the heaviest of hearts that the family of Mary Zagaglia announce her passing on February 15th, 2024. Mary’s brilliant life began on November 14th, 1920, born to Isabel and Henry Rogers (Rodrigues) in their home on Waites Wharf, Newport, RI. Her beloved parents arrived in this country via New Bedford MA from […]