With the help of the city’s crew and its bulb planting machine, a huge field of daffodil bulbs has been planted in Miantonomi Memorial Park. This planting was a cooperative effort among Newport in Bloom, the City of Newport, and the reNEWPORT Community Group. The bulbs were a gift to Newport in Bloom from Jane Timken and Dwight and Susan Sipprelle. “For too […]
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Best-performing Rhode Island stocks last week
Stacker compiled a list of the best-performing stocks in Rhode Island last week using data from IEX Cloud. Stocks are ranked by the highest percent price change from Oct. 20 to Oct. 27. Stocks headquartered in Rhode Island, listed on the Russell 3000 membership list, and a market cap over $5.0 billion on April 14th […]
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How gas prices have changed in Providence in the last week
Gasoline prices continue to fall for drivers around the country despite warnings from the World Bank this week that the conflict in the Middle East could soon reverse the trend. The average cost for a gallon of gas fell about 5 cents over the past week and 33 cents over the past month. The price […]
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RIDOH: Tips for a healthy and safe Halloween
The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is reminding Rhode Islanders about Halloween safety precautions. Halloween street smarts Always accompany young children on their trick-or-treating rounds. Research shows that evenings from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. are the riskiest times of day for child pedestrians. If your older children are trick-or-treating without you, plan and review a […]
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Director of the Institute of Museum and Library Services tours Newport Historical Society’s Resource Center
As the leading champion of public libraries in the U.S. Senate, U.S. Senator Jack Reed today hosted the director of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), Crosby Kemper in Rhode Island. Director Kemper joined Senator Reed on Monday morning for a meeting with chief officers of state libraries from across the nation, including […]
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Greenvale Vineyards will host its 24th Annual Harvest Festival on Nov. 4
Greenvale Vineyards will host its 24th Annual Harvest Festival from 1 to 4 p.m. with extended music to 6 p.m., Saturday, November 4. Festivities include tractor rides throughout the historic farm’s vineyards, a photo booth, tours of the new winery, plus an artisan market and food provided by Aquidneck Island Oyster Co., Bellevue Boards, Newport […]
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Newport rolls out the gilded carpet on Thursdays in November for holiday shopping, socializing, and giving back
Newport has long had the reputation of going dark after boats leave the harbor and before the calendar year turns. Late in the year, the waterfront city’s lively shops, restaurants, hotels, and bars transition to a quieter schedule. This November promises to be different! This year, more than 80 of the city’s stores, restaurants, and […]
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Newport Restaurant Week returns November 3 – 12
Discover Newport’s 17th annual Newport Restaurant Week returns to Newport and Bristol Counties from Friday, November 3 through Sunday, November 12, 2023. This 10-day culinary experience offers a variety of deals and discounts including tastefully crafted prix-fixe menus, gift card promotions, BOGO deals, complimentary add-ons, and more from 55+ participating restaurants. Once again, Discover Newport […]
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Reminder: ‘Fall Back’ this weekend; check smoke detectors, too
Daylight Saving Time ends at 2 am on Sunday, November 5, 2023 – meaning you get an extra hour of sleep this weekend! Look for lighter mornings, but for it to get darker much earlier in the evening; On Saturday, November 4, the sun will rise in Newport at 7:20 am and will set […]
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Meet your new best friend, Sahkiy – this week’s adoptable dog of the week!
Meet your new best friend, Sahkiy – this week’s adoptable dog of the week! Available for adoption at the Potter League for Animals Animal Care & Adoption Center in Middletown, Sahkiy is a 4-year-old male mixed-breed. “You may notice that Sahkiy is a unique name. We thought so, too. It turns out, the name Sahkiy […]
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Letter: Please vote for our schools on Nov 7th.
We are a week away from deciding if the town of Middletown is going to make a historical investment in education. The passage of the school bond will become the largest capital improvement project in our history. It will begin the process of reinventing our educational infrastructure landscape – something talked about, studied, and planned […]
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Rhode Island Key Performance Indicators Briefing shows mixed results across key metrics in Q3 2023 even as unemployment reaches 35-year kow
PROVIDENCE, RI – While Rhode Island’s unemployment rate hit its lowest point in 35 years, our local economy experienced mixed results across key economic indicators, according to the Rhode Island Key Performance Indicators (KPI) Briefing for the second quarter of 2023, released today. The Briefing, completed by The Center for Global and Regional Economic Studies at […]
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Newport launches nationwide city manager search
Newport, which just began advertising nationally for a new city manager, hopes to fill that position during the first quarter of 2024, says Mayor Xaykham “Xay” Khamsyvoravong. The successful candidate will replace former manager Joseph Nicholson, who retired from public service in September. Finance Director Laura Sitrin was chosen by the City Council to act […]
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Obituary: Mathew Marum
Mathew “Max” Marum (1943-2023) Mathew Marum, 80, of Portsmouth, RI, died unexpectedly at home on Sunday, 10/22/2023. He was an avid cook, baker, and fisherman, who proudly served in the US Army. He was born in Somerset, MA in 1943 to Amelia (Slusarz) Marum and John J. Marum Jr., both operators at textile mills in […]
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Obituary: Anita Roberts
Middletown, RI -Anita T. Roberts, 93, of Middletown, Rhode Island, died on October 26, 2023. She was the wife of the late Martin “Buddy” Roberts. Born in Philadelphia, PA on July 5, 1930, She was the daughter of Herbert and Rose (Schid) Trimble.Anita was a 1948 graduate of Rogers High School as well as a […]
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Salve Athletics: Seahawks conquer Knights in 6-1 duel
Salve Regina traveled to the Buffalo State Bengals Classic for their first game of the season and defeated Arcadia University 6-1 after scoring just four minutes into the matchup. Six different Seahawks scored on opening day, but it was Damon Zimmer who started off the action with 4:21 down in the first period. Zimmer was assisted by Garrett […]
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Obituary: Jack J. Galvin Jr.
John “Jack” Galvin, Jr, 84, a respected and beloved member of the Newport community, peacefully passed away with friends and family on October 22, 2023. His genuine character and deep commitment to those around him will be remembered fondly. A graduate of De La Salle in 1957, Jack earned his BA from Providence College and […]
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RIDOT provides an update on the Pell Bridge Ramps Phase 2 project
The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) today provided the following update on the Pell Bridge Ramps Phase 2 project; “Drainage work continues with temporary lane shifts along JT Connell South from the JT Connell Connector to Van Zandt Avenue, Monday-Friday from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Underground utility work is also planned as is […]
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Rhode Island Road Report: Travel Advisories for Oct. 28 – Nov. 4
Here are the weekly road construction reports from the Rhode Island Turnpike & Bridge Authority (RITBA) and Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT). All schedules are weather-dependent. Rhode Island Turnpike & Bridge Authority October 29 – November 4, 2023 Newport Claiborne Pell BridgeUpcoming improvements in the roadway between the old toll plaza and the bridge which […]
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Open Houses happening in Newport County this weekend: Oct. 28 – 29
Are you on the hunt for your dream home? Are you interested in investing in Newport County? This weekend presents an exciting opportunity to explore a variety of homes across our community. Whether you’re seeking a cozy single-family home, a stylish condominium, or a spacious multi-family property, you’ll find a range of options to consider. CLICK […]
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Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Providence metro area
The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was a record $350,091 in September, 2.1% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have […]
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A Halloween party in Boston turned ugly when a gang hurled antisemitic slurs and attacked Jewish teenagers
Andrew Sperling, American University On a chilly Halloween night in late October 1950, dozens of Jewish teenagers and their friends gathered for merriment in the Boston neighborhood of Dorchester at the Hecht House, a Jewish community center that provided job training and hosted social events. While there, they celebrated the holiday with dancing, cake and […]
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Rep. Dean Phillips announces primary challenge to Biden. He says Democrats need to focus on future
By WILL WEISSERT and HOLLY RAMER Associated Press CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — For months, Dean Phillips called for a Democratic primary challenge to President Joe Biden, drawing no public interest from governors, lawmakers, and other would-be alternatives. The 54-year-old Minnesota congressman finally entered the race himself on Friday in an event outside New Hampshire’s statehouse, saying, […]
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Obituary: Carole Lewis
Carole Lewis, beloved mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 25, 2023, at the age of 85. She leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories that will forever be held dear in the hearts of those who knew her. Born on March 22, 1938, Carole touched the lives of many throughout […]
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Red, White & Brews: Veterans Day event at Newport Craft Brewery will fund Orion scholarships for military children
Something’s brewing for Veterans Day in Newport! Newport Craft Brewing & Distilling Co., in partnership with Jamestown-based charity, Orion Military Scholarships, will be sponsoring “Red, White & Brews” on Saturday, November 11, from 2:00 to 5:00 pm. The event will be held at Newport Craft’s Brewery, 293 JT Connell Hwy. in Newport. The celebration, which […]