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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Rhode Island Legislators return to State House on Tuesday
The House and the Senate will return to session Tuesday at the State House to finish up several matters from the 2021 session and begin the 2022 session. Both the House and the Senate are scheduled to meet Tuesday, Jan. 4, at 2 p.m. in their respective chambers on the second floor of the State House. […]
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TPG Hotels, Resorts & Marina acquires Conanicut Marina and Taylor Point Boat Yard
TPG Hotels, Resorts & Marinas today announced the acquisition of Conanicut Marina and the Taylor Point Boat Yard, both located in Jamestown, RI. “Conanicut Marina and Taylor Point Boatyard are tremendous additions to our growing marina portfolio and are prime examples of the types of properties we seek to acquire,” said Robert Leven, Chief Investment […]
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Obituary: Christopher Harold Perry
Christopher Harold Perry, 73, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, passed away in his sleep on December 26, 2021, at home surrounded by his loving family. Christopher was born, September 12, 1948, in Newport to the late Arthur and Doris (Holding) Perry. He graduated from Rogers High School ’66 and went on to earn a Bachelor’s degree […]
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Just My Opinion: What’s ahead in 2022
It seems like everyone, at least in the media, is doing its top lists at this time of year – top stories of the past year, people to watch, people who we watched, stories we expect to dominate in 2022, or is that 2020 too. No, No, No, please. We had enough of 2020 for […]
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Obituary: Stephen Christopher Gautie
Mr. Stephen Gautie, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island passed away Monday, December 27, 2021 at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was 68 years young and leaves behind his wife of 43 years, Linda Ann (Morley) Gautie. Stephen was born in Schenectady, New York and was preceded in death by […]
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Obituary: C. Wayne Craft
C. Wayne Craft, 80, of Newport, RI, passed away at Newport Hospital on December 29, 2021, after a brief illness. Born in Kingston, NY, to Charles and Ruth (Bergdoll) Craft, Wayne spent most of his life in the New York Hudson Valley, where he met and married the love of his life, Carol (Vanasco) Craft, […]
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Three big Powerball drawings to be held on New Year’s
There are three big Powerball drawings to be held on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, according to the Rhode Island Lottery. The Rhode Island Lottery says that it will hold a special $22,000 second-chance drawing to ring in 2022 on New Year’s Eve, December 31, 2021. Today is the last day to enter Powerball tickets at the Rhode […]
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Obituary: Michael Gama
Michael Joseph Gama, a retired Narragansett Police Officer, current resident of Miami Florida and long time Resident of Southern Rhode Island, passed away in the early morning of December 7th, 2021; he was in the loving presence of his wife, father, sister, and three children. Michael is survived by his father, Joseph Gama; his wife […]
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Obituary: Paul D. Napolitano
Paul D. Napolitano 69, passed away on December 18, 2021 at the Lahey Clinic, Boston, MA.He was born in Norfolk, VA. He was predeceased by his parents and brother, Tony Napolitano, Mary (Trainor) Napolitano, and John (Jack) Napolitano. He also leaves behind his sister-in-law Jeanne-Marie Napolitano, niece, Tracey, and nephews, Sean, Michael, and Joseph Napolitano. […]
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Obituary: Irene Thomassina (Pitchford) Weston
Irene “Renie” Thomassina (Pitchford) Weston, 85, of Newport, RI, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2021, at St. Clare Home Newport. Irene was born in Harlem, New York City, NY to the late Thomas H. and Gladys (Dixon) Pitchford on August 17, 1936. She grew up in Newport. Irene is survived by her children, Donna […]
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Governor McKee, RI Department of Health to host COVID-19 Briefing on Thursday
Governor Dan McKee and Rhode Island Department of Health Director Nicole Alexander-Scott, MD, MPH will hold a COVID-19 briefing at the Monsignor Gadoury Catholic Regional School in Woonsocket on Thursday at 2 pm. Woonsocket Mayor Lisa Baldelli-Hunt, North Smithfield Town Administrator Paul Zwolenski, and Marc R. Pappas, Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency Director, will also be on hand […]
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Obituary: Geraldine M. Elshant
Geraldine M. Elshant, age 96, died peacefully on December 28, 2021, at the Grand Islander Center in Middletown. She was the wife of the late George E. Elshant, Sr.Born in Middletown, she was the daughter of the late Susan Pedro Augustus and the late Anthony Augustus. Gerry attended Newport Public Schools and was a 1943 […]
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Obituary: Edward W. “Ted” Fitzgerald Jr.
Edward William “Ted” Fitzgerald Jr., of Newport, RI passed away on December 21, 2021, peacefully at St. Clare-Newport, where he was a resident for the past several years. Ted was preceded in death by his father Edward William Fitzgerald and mother Evelyn Woodward Fitzgerald, whom he lovingly called “The Queen.” Ted was born on November […]
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Obituary: Ellen P. O’Brien
Ellen Patricia O’Brien, 66, of Mount Vernon Street, Newport, RI passed away unexpectedly on December 23, 2021, at Newport Hospital following a brief illness. Ellen was born in Jersey City, NJ to Donald and Mary (Murtagh) O’Brien on October 17, 1955. She attended Holy Family Academy and graduated in 1974. She attended college at the […]
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Banquet facility, tanning salon, and other businesses currently for sale in Rhode Island
The latest listings on BizBuySell show all kinds of businesses currently for sale in Rhode Island. Reasons for selling, when provided, typically do not mention economic hardship, but more often involve the owner retiring or not having time to actively run the business. The names and locations are generally left out, but there are occasional exceptions. Here […]
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Obituary: Wayne Gordon Moran
Mr. Wayne G. Moran, Ph.D., age 77, of Tiverton, Rhode Island, passed away on December 23, 2021. Wayne was born June 4, 1944 in Lynn, MA. He joined the Air Force after graduating from Lynn English High School and served our country in the Vietnam War. Following his honorable discharge from the Air Force, Wayne […]
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Obituary: Alphonse G Levada
Alphonse “Al” Levada, 87, of Middletown, Rhode Island, passed away on December 27, 2021 at home with his loving family by his side. Al was born, April 22, 1934, in Fall River, MA to Alphonse Levada and Evangeline (Pedro) Levada.Alphonse was married to Lucy (Bonci) Levada for 59 years.Al proudly served in the United States […]
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Obituary: Richard Paul Carrubba
Richard P. Carrubba, 78, of Middletown, RI, passed away on December 24, 2021 in the Village House Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was the husband of Patricia for 55 years. Richard is survived by his wife; his daughters, Jeannine and Nicole; and his granddaughter, Elizabeth. He also leaves behind his brother, Michael Carrubba of FL; […]
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Obituary: Delta M. Rapoza
Delta M. Rapoza, 64, of Middletown, Rhode Island, passed away on December 26, 2021 in Newport Hospital. She was the wife of the late George Medeiros and the late Michael Rapoza. Delta was born in Providence, RI, to Richard and Maria (Mello) Rodrigues. She was a graduate of East Providence High School. Delta is survived […]
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Adoptable Pet of the Week: Carina
Meet your new best friend, Carina – this week’s Adoptable Pet of the Week! The Potter League for Animals shares that Carina is a 2-year-old female medium-sized mixed breed. Here’s what else Potter League for Animals has to say about Carina; Carina is a sweet and active girl who is up for adventure! She’d make […]
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Visitors to Newport Mansions will be required to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination beginning January 3
The Preservation Society of Newport County today announced that it will require all visitors to the Newport Mansions ages 5 and older to provide proof of vaccination against COVID beginning Monday, January 3. Visitors who purchase tickets or memberships onsite will be asked to provide proof of vaccination at the time of purchase. For those already holding […]
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Obituary: Edith Kathleen Ponte
Ms. Edith K. Ponte, age 92, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, passed away on December 23, 2021. Edith was born in Portsmouth, RI to Joseph B. Silvia and Mary M. (Perry) Silvia. Always serving the community, Edith began her working life at 14 years old. She was a notable seamstress , working at Trina, and went […]
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Obituary: Ann Marion Vorro
Ann M. Vorro of Middletown, RI passed away at home on December 20, 2021. Ann is survived by her two sons Christopher Vorro (Crystal and her daughter Amber) of Middletown, RI, and Kevin Vorro of Fall River, MA. She is also survived by her granddaughter Chelsea Thames (Cameron), from Hawaii, who she enjoyed spending time […]
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‘5 Nights of Leno’ raises $18,000 for Newport Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge #8
Jay Leno’s 5-night of performances at The Firehouse Theatre this week raised $18,000 for The Newport Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge #8 (“FOP”). 5 Nights of Leno, was presented by The Bit Players and Firehouse Theater in association with What’s Up Newp. Each night featured a performance from the former Tonight Show host, followed by q&a […]