Here’s this week’s Sour Grapes, enjoy! About Tim Jones / Sour Grapes 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 […]
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What’s Up This Week: Jan. 18 – 23
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport this week. This story may be updated as we learn about additional events or listings. Have an event you’d like to see added to this list or a future list? Add it to our event calendar. Note: An event or performance may change at […]
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Athletes from Rhode Island who’ve competed in Winter Olympic Games
With the XXIV Olympic Winter Games scheduled to start in Beijing on February 4th, we take a look back on Rhode Islanders who’ve competed in the Olympic Winter Games of years past. Marissa Castelli and her former partner, Simon Shnapir, atop the medal podium at the 2013 U.S. Championships. Source: Wikipedia Marissa Castelli Sport: Figure Skating […]
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Obituary: Emmett R. Butler
Emmett R. Butler, 91, of Middletown, RI, died December 30, 2021. He was the husband of Barbara J. Butler. Born in Newport, RI, Mr. Butler served and retired from the United States Air Force in 1969. He eventually moved to Illinois and started a business. He retired at age 72 and moved back to Middletown. […]
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Obituary: Raymond Parker Armbrust
CHULA VISTA, Calif. – Raymond Parker Armbrust (91) passed away January 6, 2022 at Sunrise at Bonita.Burial will be at Union Cemetery, Portsmouth, R.I. on a date to be determined.Raymond was born July 27, 1930, at Newport Hospital, Newport, R.I. to Ferdinand J. and Mary C. (Paquin) Armbrust.A graduate of Rogers High School in Newport, […]
Posted inCity & Government, News
City of Newport to kick off the local redistricting process
With the General Assembly set to vote on a proposal that would realign House and Senate Districts to better reflect 2020 Census data, The City of Newport has announced that its officials are preparing to kick off their own local process to examine City Council Wards and Voting Precincts. The City’s Canvassing Authority is inviting […]
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Obituary: Martin J. Kinsella
Martin Joseph Kinsella, affectionately known as Pop, died peacefully on January 12, 2022 at the age of 94. Pop was born in New York City on November 22, 1927, son of James and Katherine Kinsella. He joined the Navy at 17 and is a World War II veteran. He retired in Newport from the Navy […]
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National Grid: Prepared for Winter Nor’easter to impact Massachusetts and Rhode Island
National Grid today announced in a press release that it is prepared for the winter nor’easter that is forecasted to hit New England late tonight and through Monday afternoon. The storm is expected to bring snow, rain, and strong wind gusts of up to 55 miles per hour in some locations. The primary concerns associated […]
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Obituary: Jean Eveline Bullard
Jean Eveline Bullard, of Newport, Rhode Island, passed away on January 11, 2022, three days before her 94th birthday. Jean was born in Taunton, Massachusetts to Lawrence and Lillian (Reid) Stafford. She was the wife of the late Dean B. Bullard. As a young girl, Jean sang and danced on stage and enjoyed spending summers […]
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Gerry Goldstein: What’s in a name? Sometimes, vitriol
The next several days promise to be bad ones for a former American president who uncharacteristically may be left at a loss for words. Chances are, though, he’ll ignore an upcoming observance that our country – still awash in insults – needs as never before. Hold onto your hat (or actually, your tongue), Mr. ex-president, […]
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Residential Properties Ltd. sets new statewide MLS record with over $1.3 billion in sales
Celebrating its 40th anniversary this past November, Rhode Island’s largest independent brokerage, Residential Properties Ltd., completed a record-setting year in 2021 by posting a new all-time mark with over $1.3 billion in Statewide MLS sales volume. This comes after a 2020 campaign which saw RPL become this first and only company to ever top the […]
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‘Fire Station No. 1’ on Mill Street in Newport sells for $3.05 million
Gustave White Sotheby’s International Realty today announced the sale of 25 Mill Street in Newport. The property, which is known as “Fire Station No. 1” sold for $3.05 million. According to Gustave White Sotheby’s International Realty, Michelle Drum and Kate Rooney of Gustave White Sotheby’s International Realty represented the sellers. The buyer was represented by Tom […]
Posted inCity & Government, COVID-19
Mayor Jeanne-Marie Napolitano joins What’sUpNewp for a live virtual video conversation on Friday
Newport Mayor Jeanne-Marie Napolitano joins What’sUpNewp for a live virtual video conversation at noon on Friday, January 14. We’ll speak to Mayor Napolitano about how COVID is impacting city services, expectations for popular events, including the cherished St. Patrick’s Day Parade. We’ll also speak to the Mayor about budget talks with the school department, progress […]
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Opinion: End Rhode Island’s abortion bans
Right now, there are tens of thousands of Rhode Islanders who are denied access to abortion through their health coverage. We’re calling on Governor McKee to end these abortion coverage bans in this year’s budget. The ability to make decisions about when or if we have children is under attack across the country. Some states […]
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Opinion: Tide shift at CRMC?
It’s encouraging to see the candidates for governor paying attention to the work of the Coastal Resources Management Council Study Commission and voicing concern about the CRMC. The future of the CRMC should be an issue discussed in the 2022 gubernatorial race. In June, the House of Representatives passed legislation creating a CRMC Study Commission, which has […]
Posted inCOVID-19, News
Community-based COVID-19 vaccination clinic to be held at Raytheon on Friday
Governor McKee’s office today announced the community-based COVID-19 vaccination clinics scheduled for tomorrow, Friday, January 14. Raytheon in Portsmouth will serve as one of the six community-based clinics, offering the Pfizer vaccine for those 12 and older from 4 pm to 7 pm. Community based COVID-19 vaccination clinics will also be held on Friday in Providence, North Kingstown, […]
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Now Hiring: 100 job opportunities available right now in the Newport area
Looking for a new gig, job, or career in or around Newport? Here’s a roundup of some of the companies that are hiring right now in the Newport area. All jobs were posted or provided to us within the last seven days and are located within five miles of downtown Newport. Are you a business […]
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Worst blood shortage in more than a decade
Blood supplies remain at a critical level in Rhode Island, and nationwide, with supplies at perhaps a fraction of what they should be, and blood collection agencies wary of their ability to provide adequate blood products in case of emergencies. It’s the worst blood shortage in more than a decade, according to the American Red […]
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Obituary: Barbara Anne Donovan
Barbara Anne Donovan, 70, of Middletown, Rhode Island, passed away on January 8, 2022, in Newport Hospital. She was the loving wife to Daniel D. Donovan III for 49 years. Barbara was born in Newport, R.I. to the late John and Josephine (Ruggeri) Bradfield.She grew up in Newport, R.I. and has resided in Newport, Portsmouth, […]
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FEMA Medical Team will support hospital staffing needs in Rhode Island
Governor Dan McKee today issued the following statement on the announcement by President Joe Biden that Rhode Island has secured and will receive FEMA emergency medical personnel to support hospital staffing needs. “We promised Rhode Islanders that we would pursue every resource to alleviate stress on our hospital system and support critical staffing needs. Yesterday, […]
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What’s Up This Weekend in Newport County: Jan. 14 – 16
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport this week. This story may be updated as we learn about additional events or listings. Have an event you’d like to see added to this list or a future list? Add it to our event calendar. Note: An event or performance may change at […]
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National Grid reminding Rhode Islanders of their heating assistance programs
As below freezing temps are forecasted for the weekend and further into January, National Grid issued a press release today reminding its Rhode Island customers to take advantage of several energy programs that can help them pay and manage their energy bills. The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), commonly referred to as Heating Assistance, provides […]
Posted inEnvironment & Health, News
Dr. Nicole Alexander-Scott to step down from serving as RIDOH Director
Governor Dan McKee’s office announced today that Governor Mckee has regretfully accepted Dr. Nicole Alexander-Scott’s resignation as the Director of the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH). For the next two weeks, Dr. Alexander-Scott will continue to serve as RIDOH’s Director while the Governor conducts a search for new leadership of the Department. “Dr. Alexander-Scott […]
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A Murder on Broadway
If you happen to find yourself in the neighborhood of lower Broadway on a winter evening, when the darkness comes early and there is a chill in the air, then you might just stumble upon a murder. Of crows, that is. On some winter evenings, as dusk settles, the air around City Hall and the […]
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Obituary: Patricia Pauline Malgieri
Patricia Pauline Malgieri, 77, of Newport, Rhode Island, passed away on 1/12/22. She was the wife of the late Gennaro Vincent Malgieri. Patricia was born, September 14, 1944, in Fall River to Theodore and Eliza (Pavao) Michaud. She grew up in Newport RI. Pat worked at Newport Hospital for many years as a Secretary. Patricia […]