Potter League for Animals is proud to announce its enthusiastic participation in the highly anticipated Clear the Shelters™ national pet adoption event, in partnership with Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Greater Good Charities, & The Dodo taking place on Saturday, August 26. This special occasion marks a significant step towards providing loving homes for countless animals, as the Potter League dedicates […]
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Let’s Meet the Next Digital Frontier: Blue Mantis to host 2023 Cloudscape Technology Conference in Newport
Portsmouth, New Hampshire-based Blue Mantis, a strategic digital services provider delivering cloud, cybersecurity, and managed services, shared today that it is hosting its annual client conference in Newport, Rhode Island. The invitation-only event will be held at the Newport Marriott, October 2-3, 2023. The two-day event is expected to attract more than 300 Blue Mantis clients and technology […]
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How gas prices have changed in Providence in the last week
The heat wave creeping across the U.S. has experts warning that gas prices could rise in the coming weeks if temperatures take refineries offline, which already happened earlier this summer. A gallon of regular gas was $3.87 on average, August 21, according to AAA. Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Providence-Fall River-Warwick (RI only) […]
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Why We Love Baseball: Charter Books to host author Joe Posnanski and Alex Edelman at The JPT on Sept. 6
Join Chater Books at the Jane Pickens Theater as they present Joe Posnanski, author of Why We Love Baseball: A History in 50 Moments, and The Baseball 100. Joe is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of six books and has been named National Sportswriter of the Year by five different organizations. Joe will be interviewed by award-winning stand-up […]
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Revolution Wind project clears major federal regulatory hurdle
by Nancy Lavin, Rhode Island CurrentAugust 22, 2023 The first utility-scale offshore wind farm powering Rhode Island cleared another major hurdle with federal regulators on Tuesday. The U.S. Department of Interior Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) record of decision allows developers of the Revolution Wind Farm to move ahead with plans for a 704-megawatt […]
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New Middletown school design gets positive response
By Matt Sheley, Town of Middletown The latest designs for a new middle-high school won high marks Monday. The Town Council got its first glimpse at the proposed grade 6-12 school at 1225 Aquidneck Ave. just north of the existing Gaudet Middle School during a meeting in Town Hall. Dubbed “Option Z,” architects said […]
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Farewell to long-time Newport Festivals Production Director Robert L. Jones (May 11, 1937 – August 14, 2023)
The following was provided by Carolyn McClair. Robert L. Jones was the longtime director of the Newport Folk and Newport Jazz festivals and a founding producer of the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage festival. His career as a champion and promoter of American music spanned five decades and countless genres: folk, jazz, bluegrass, blues, gospel, […]
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What’s Up Today: Tuesday, August 22
Good Morning! Today is Tuesday, August 22, 2023. 👉 Newport City Council will meet in Executive Session at 5 pm on Thursday to discuss “issues relating to the lease, acquisition or disposition of publicly held property involving the Boys and Girls Club property and the Brick Market building and issues relating to litigation involving the […]
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Middletown Superintendent Rosemarie K. Kraeger to retire
Superintendent Rosemarie K. Kraeger is retiring at the end of the 2023-2024 school year. Earlier this month, the longtime leader of the Middletown school system quietly told friends and colleagues the upcoming school year was going to be her last when her current contract expires in June 2024. During her 26 plus years at the […]
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Town of Middletown: Fiscal 2024 Budget done
By Matt Sheley, Town of Middletown The $84.1 million budget for Fiscal 2024 in Middletown is finalized. At a packed meeting Monday night in Town Hall, the Town Council voted unanimously to adopt new spending on everything from the schools, police, fire, public works and other town operations. Totals from the town’s finance office showed […]
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RIDE helps kindergartners in Middletown get a jump on school
By Matt Sheley, Town of Middletown Summer is usually a time for students to let loose a bit and enjoy Second Beach, hanging with friends or playing outside a bit. However, for educators, it’s also a time where children can forget the books and lessons of the prior year, a phenomenon known as “learning loss,” […]
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Comic – Sour Grapes: Award
Here’s this week’s Sour Grapes, enjoy! Tim Jones is the creator, artist and writer of the widely popular, self-syndicated comic strip, “SOUR GRAPES”; a comic about “Aesop”, a miserable flying dog and his odd friends, all living in a problematic and troubled world. Sour Grapes is currently published in multiple newspapers in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, […]
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Ida Lewis Distance Race: Now that was a Distance Race
By Barby MacGowan, Ida Lewis Distance Race It was as good as it gets for 47 teams sailing in the Ida Lewis Yacht Club’s 18th Ida Lewis Distance Race presented by Bluenose Yacht Sales. Race organizers had promised to reinforce the race’s reputation as a challenging 24-hour overnight competition, and that they did by developing a brand-new selection of […]
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Violinist and Dancer Lindsey Stirling will bring her North American Snow Waltz tour to PPAC on Dec. 14
Today, electronic violinist, dancer, and artist Lindsey Stirling announces her North American Snow Waltz 2023 tour. In support of her incredibly successful album, Snow Waltz, Stirling will be embarking on a journey across the United States, hitting 20+ cities, including a stop at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) in Providence, RI on Thursday, December 14, 2023 at 7:30P. […]
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DEM Division of Fish and Wildlife announces fall family fun learning opportunities
Join the Department of Environmental Management’s Division of Fish and Wildlife (DFW) staff this fall for some fun education programs! Connect with the outdoors and learn some new skills; from women’s outdoor workshops to library lectures, there’s something for everyone. Join DFW’s Aquatic Resource Education Program, Hunter Education Program, and Wildlife Outreach and Volunteer Program staff to learn, explore, […]
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Obituary: Joseph H. Seibert
Joseph H. Seibert, reaching 101 years of age, passed away early in the morning of August 9, 2023 at John Clarke Nursing Home, Middletown, RI. Born July 28, 1922 in Maspeth, NY, he was the son of the late Joseph and Johanna Seibert.He had one sister, the late Catherine Seibert Schroeder and was the father-in-law […]
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What Sold: 9 Newport County real estate sales, transactions (August 14 – 18)
Here’s a look at what sold last week in Newport County.Data and information via Rhode Island Statewide MLS. Jamestown 66 Howland Avenue sold for $680,000. This 1,719 sq. ft single-family residence has three bedrooms and two bathrooms. This home was initially listed for $749,000. 66 Howland Avenue Jamestown, RI 02835. Credit: Statewide MLS 504 Seaside […]
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Bike Newport’s 10-Spot Ride offers an unforgettable Newport summer experience
By Bike Newport Grab your tickets for an exhilarating summer adventure as Bike Newport presents the 10-Spot Ride on Saturday, August 26th, from 11 am to 4:00 pm. The 10-Spot Ride features 10 secret Newport destinations that are revealed on the morning of the event and range from quaint private gardens to landmark historical treasures. Riders […]
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Noah eagerly awaits the chance to meet his forever companion
Meet your new best friend, Noah – this week’s adoptable dog of the week! Noah is a two-year-old male Terrier, American Pit Bull, available for adoption at the Potter League for Animals in Middletown. “Noah is a special companion who adores humans with all his heart. He thrives on the love and affection they provide […]
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DEM: 1,000 free trees available to Rhode Islanders through the Energy-Saving Trees program
The Department of Environmental Management (DEM) and partners the RI Tree Council, Rhode Island Nursery and Landscape Association, and the Arbor Day Foundation are giving 1,000 trees away to Rhode Islanders this fall through the Energy-Saving Trees program. Registration opens Friday, August 25th. Now in its seventh year, this popular semiannual program helps Rhode Islanders save […]
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State Representative and House Majority Floor Manager John “Jay” Edwards endorses Sandra Cano for Congress
State Representative and House Majority Floor Manager John “Jay” Edwards (HD70 Tiverton) today announced his support and endorsement of Sandra Cano in the race for Congressional District One. “Edwards joins the growing diverse coalition that has now reached more than sixty leaders and organizations who have endorsed Sandra Cano for Congress,” Sandra Cano’s campaign says.. […]
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What’s Up Today: Monday, August 21
Good Morning! Today is Monday, August 21, 2023. 🗳️ If you’ve been following the race for Rhode Island’s 1st Congressional District, you’ve probably heard more than enough about signatures on nomination papers. We’re hoping to help put all that you heard into context, by sharing data we collected last week on all fourteen candidates → Breakdown: […]
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Starkweather & Shepley opens new office in Newport
Starkweather & Shepley Insurance Brokerage Inc. (S&S) recently the opening of their newest office at 100 Bellevue Avenue in Newport. The company says that its presence will allow for extended business, including its private client division, and other insurance offerings to the Newport community. Starkweather & Shepley Insurance now has 14 office locations across Rhode […]
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New York Yacht Club takes down defending champs to win Grandmasters Team Race
Photos: Julia Boron & Stuart Streuli / NYYC Team racing is a sport of split-second decisions. A moment of hesitation can quickly undo a promising race. A good day on the water can often be broken into a series of smart moves that can seem extrasensory in nature. But there’s still a lot of value in long-range […]
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Letter: Vote on September 5
The Newport Democratic City Committee urges Newporters to pay attention to the race to fill the seat vacated by David Cicilline’s resignation. The primary election is September 5th! We see an impressive array of political talent in the field of candidates. The bad news is you have twelve candidates to choose from; the good news […]