Meet your new best friend, Jerry – this week’s adoptable cat of the week! Jerry is a 10-year-old male cat and available for adoption now at the Potter League for Animals Animal Care & Adoption Center in Middletown. “Introducing Jerry, the captivating cat with an independent spirit and a dash of charisma! While he may […]
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Top prosecutors back compensation for those sickened by US nuclear weapons testing
By SUSAN MONTOYA BRYAN Associated Press ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez and 13 other top prosecutors from around the U.S. are throwing their support behind efforts to compensate people sickened by exposure to radiation during nuclear weapons testing. The Democratic officials sent a letter Wednesday to congressional leaders, saying “it’s […]
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Newport County nonprofits can apply for $124,000 in grants from Rhode Island Foundation to serve Black residents
The Rhode Island Foundation is offering $124,000 in grants to nonprofit organizations that serve the state’s Black community, particularly organizations that have significant Black representation among their staff and board of directors. The deadline to apply for funding from the Foundation’s Black Philanthropy Bannister Fund is Sept. 8. “First established in 2007, this fund is one long-standing […]
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Obituary: Gregory Gerjets
Bristol, RI -Gregory Gerjets, 29, of Bristol, Rhode Island, passed away suddenly on August 28, 2023. Born in Newport, RI on September 13, 1993, He was the son of Rodney and Linda (Jacome) Gerjets. Greg was a graduate of Mt. Hope High School, Class of 2011. In High School Greg served as the Drum Line […]
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Flannel Jam: Levitate announces lineup for fall festivals in Marshfield and on Nantucket
Today, Levitate today announced the dates and lineup for the 2023 Flannel Jam, a celebration of the beauty of the fall season in New England. Taking place October 8 at Marshfield Fairgrounds with a special island encore performance on October 9 at Cisco Brewers in Nantucket, the lineup will feature Old Crow Medicine Show, Chadwick Stokes & The Pintos, Jackson […]
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Cities with the most expensive homes in Rhode Island
Purchasing a home is one of the most important investments there is. More than a place to live, homeownership is an asset with the potential to tremendously rise in value. But with home prices reaching record heights, affordability plays a huge role for buyers. High mortgage rates are also making monthly payments more expensive; as […]
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Newport County Youth Chorus offers a free after-school community chorus program for kids
The Newport County Youth Chorus welcomes students in grades 1 – 6 to join them this year! Prep Chorus is offered to students in grades 1 through 3. The new Pre-teen Chorus is offered to students in grades 4 through 6. The choruses meet for 6-week sessions with a musical theme, culminating in a sharing or community performance. Classes begin the […]
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Newport in Bloom recognizes outstanding local gardeners at its annual award ceremony
By Newport In Bloom On Tuesday night, Newport in Bloom hosted its eagerly anticipated Annual Garden Competition Awards Ceremony at the historical International Tennis Hall of Fame. The event celebrated the dedication and passion of individuals and businesses who plant and nurture breathtaking flower gardens and flower containers across the city. This year’s competition saw […]
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What’s Up Today: Wednesday, August 30
Good Morning! Today is Wednesday, August 30 ⚓ On the eve of school openings across Rhode Island, U.S. News and World Report released its annual rankings of high schools, with Portsmouth rated fourth best in Rhode Island, Tiverton 20th, and Middletown and Rogers in Newport ranked 31st and 32nd of the 58 high schools in the rankings. Read More ⚓ […]
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Portsmouth ranked among the best Rhode Island high schools
On the eve of school openings across Rhode Island, U.S. News and World Report has released its annual rankings of high schools, with Portsmouth rated fourth best in Rhode Island, Tiverton 20th, and Middletown and Rogers in Newport, ranked 31st and 32nd of the 58 high schools in the rankings. Portsmouth only trailed Classical High […]
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2023 Rhody Awards winners announced
Preserve Rhode Island (Preserve RI) announced today the honorees of the 14th annual Rhody Awards for Historic Preservation. They include a range of projects and people from across the state. This year’s Rhody Awards celebrate work that supports affordable and low-income housing, stimulates local economies, saves rural landscapes, broadens our historic view to include unrepresented voices, and protects iconic landmarks for […]
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Movement + Color: Gallery Sitka’s latest exhibition opens with a reception on Sept. 23
Gallery Sitka’s latest exhibition, “Movement + Color” opens with a reception on Saturday, September 23, from 2-4 pm at Gallery Sitka on the corner of Spring and Franklin Streets. “Movement + Color” is by Bristol, RI-based artist, Kate Huntington. Kate shares, “In this exhibit, I’ll share a variety of paintings – both seascapes and figures. Many people will be able to pick […]
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International Tennis Hall of Fame to host ‘Battle of the Sexes: Then and Now’ panel conversation
The International Tennis Hall of Fame will celebrate the 50th anniversary of Hall of Famer Billie Jean King’s Battle of the Sexes victory by hosting an educational evening revisiting the match, and its impact on women’s sports. “Battle of the Sexes: Then and Now” will feature a conversation with Dr. Bonnie Morris, professor of history […]
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Salem witch stories take center stage as Trinity Rep opens 60th Anniversary season
Trinity Repertory Company opens its 60th Anniversary Season with two plays performed in rotating repertory, both dark dramedies with thematic ties to gender, power, and Arthur Miller’s The Crucible. The Good John Proctor by Talene Monahon, directed by Kimberly Senior, will play September 7 — 15 before taking a brief pause for Becky Nurse of Salem by Sarah Ruhl, directed by Curt Columbus, which begins its run on September 21. Starting September 28, both plays will run […]
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$300,000 in federal funding to support Community MusicWorks and the Newport String Project
U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse today joined students and representatives of Community MusicWorks and the Newport String Project to celebrate $300,000 in federal funding to support and expand music education and mentoring services for students from urban communities in Rhode Island. After announcing the funding, the Senator met with students in the program and listened to performances from […]
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Senator Reed & CODAC Newport raise public awareness about the dangers of counterfeit pills
To help warn Rhode Islanders about the increasing dangers of fentanyl-laced counterfeit drugs, and how they can access information needed to spot and avoid these lethal substances, U.S. Senator Jack Reed is joining with CODAC Behavioral Healthcare on Tuesday, August 29 at 12 noon at CODAC Newport to help amplify the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA) One Pill […]
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Obituary: Maureen K. Bailey
Maureen K. Bailey, beloved wife, mother, and dedicated hospitality career woman, passed away peacefully on August 21, 2023, in her hometown of Newport, RI at the age of 62. Born on March 2, 1961, Maureen was the epitome of a strong, loving, and spirited woman. Maureen grew up in Newport, where she developed a love […]
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Newport Classical to host free community concerts at Great Friends Meeting House and Newport Craft Brewing
Continuing its commitment to ongoing year-round programming, Newport Classical presents two fall Community Concerts featuring Sybarite5 on Sunday, September 10, 2023 at 2:30pm at Great Friends Meeting House (21 Farewell Street) and Kinan Azmeh’s CityBand on Sunday, October 8, 2023 at 2:30pm at Newport Craft Brewing (293 JT Connell Highway). Audiences can look forward to casual, engaging, and welcoming concerts right in their own Newport neighborhoods. The performances are free and […]
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How gas prices have changed in Providence in the last week
All eyes are on the hurricanes spinning across the Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic Ocean. That’s because the trajectory and severity of storms like Hurricane Idalia could spell not only widespread destruction for Gulf state residents but higher gas prices for the rest of the nation as well. “For the first time in weeks, the […]
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Obituary: Joyce S. Rosenthal
Joyce Rosenthal was born in Cranston, RI, to Marion (Grossman) and William Desotnek in 1936 and was raised in Newport, RI. Her father, an osteopath, died when she was 13, while her mother, a talented pianist, served Newport as a musician, beloved piano teacher, and community volunteer for many years until she died in 1992. Growing up in […]
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What Sold? Here’s a look at some recent home sales in Newport County
From contemporary residences to charming cottages, the properties that have changed hands reflect the unique preferences and lifestyles of their new owners. Here’s an inside look at some recent sales in the area. 1. 27 Orient Avenue, Jamestown – $2,800,000. This contemporary escape located in Jamestown, 27 Orient Avenue offers four bedrooms and four bathrooms […]
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What’s Up Today: Tuesday, August 29
Good Morning! Today is Tuesday, August 29, 2023. ⚓ On this day in 1778, the First Rhode Island Infantry regiment defeated three assaults by British Troops at the Battle of Rhode Island. The First Rhode Island Infantry regiment was the first all-black unit in the United States. ⚓ At 10:30 am today, U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse […]
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Zach Bryan bringing ‘The Quittin Time Tour’ to Gillette Stadium in 2024
Today, Zach Bryan announces his 2024 North American run, The Quittin Time Tour. The news comes just days after the singer-songwriter-producer released his fourth full-length studio album, Zach Bryan, available HERE via Warner Records. Fans can register for presale access HERE, with presale beginning on September 6. General on-sale begins September 8. Bryan’s 2024 tour will take place in stadiums and major arenas across North […]
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Senator DiPalma honored with Tides Family Services ‘Humanitarian Award’
Senate Finance Committee Chairman Louis P. DiPalma (D-Dist. 12, Middletown, Little Compton, Newport, Tiverton) has been honored by Tides Family Services with the group’s “Humanitarian Award” at its 40th Anniversary Gala held on August 25 in North Kingstown. “I am very grateful for this recognition, but more so for the invaluable services provided by the dedicated […]