Rep. Deborah Ruggiero is sponsoring legislation that would substantially increase renewable energy production and supply by requiring that 100 percent of Rhode Island’s electricity by offset by renewable production by 2030. The bill has a hearing Thursday before the House Environment and Natural Resources Committee. “The need to address climate change is urgent, and as the Ocean State, […]
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Rep. Carson will present the results of her 2022 Survey at a constituent meeting on March 21
Representative Lauren Carson, who represents Newport’s 75th District in the Rhode Island House of Representatives, will present the results of her 2022 Constituent Survey at an in-person constituent meeting on Monday, March 21 at 6:00 PM at the Newport Public Library. According to a press release from Representative Carson, the survey covered a wide range of topics including infrastructure investments, […]
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Comic – Claytoonz: Blame Putin
This entire war is Vladimir Putin’s fault. It’s not the fault of Ukraine. It’s not the fault of NATO. It’s not the fault of Bananarama. And it’s not the fault of President Joe Biden. Yet, conservatives keep trying to latch on to a way to blame President Biden, and they keep coming up empty. The […]
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The beat goes on with Thompson Inspiration Program
The following was submitted by Newport Public Schools/Newport Public Education Foundation. Established by Peter and Melinda Gerard in 2017, the Loti Falk Gaffney Music Empowerment Fund was founded to support the Pell Inspiration Program (PIP), an initiative designed to introduce Pell Elementary School students to inspired musicians through an artist-in-residence program. This year, the Gerards […]
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Sen. DiPalma and Rep. McNamara introduce bill to study RI Board of Education
Sen. Louis P. DiPalma and Rep. Joseph M. McNamara have introduced legislation (2022-S 2442 / 2022-H 7784) that would create a joint study commission to examine the governance structure of Rhode Island’s public education system. The purpose of the commission would be to study, review, and make recommendations on how to most efficiently and effectively administer the […]
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RIDOT provides an update on Pell Bridge Ramps Phase 2
The Rhode Island Department of Transportation on Friday provided a project update on Pell Bridge Ramps Phase 2. “Bridge deck demolition and rehabilitation work continues along Route 138 behind barrier at the three bridge overpasses which may require temporary lane shifts along Third Street and JT Connell Highway, and excavation, drainage and conduit work along […]
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Top stories this week on What’sUpNewp
Catch up on all of the most popular stories that appeared on What’sUpNewp this week, February 27 – March 5. 1 – 20-foot section of the Cliff Walk suffered a ‘catastrophic failure’ 2 – Winners of 2022 Newport Burger Bender announced 3 – What Sold: 10 Newport County real estate sales, transactions (Feb. 21 – […]
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Comic – Claytoonz: Borschting For Freedom
The Freedom Truckers hauling bullshit and snowflakes have picked a really bad time to pretend their freedom is under attack. It’s kinda like protesting the War on Christmas in July. There are not a lot of takers. First, all the mandates they’re protesting against are being lifted. Second, it’s really hard to gain pity for […]
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Election 2022: Diossa picks up endorsements for treasurer; Congressional candidate Neary hires staff
This is our regular column that wraps up some of the top political stories of the moment. This year will be among Rhode Island’s most active and fiery elections, from local races to crowded gubernatorial and U.S. House of Representative campaigns. This is our regular column that wraps up some of the top political stories […]
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Now Hiring: Ocean State Job Lot looking to fill more than 100 jobs in North Kingstown
Ocean State Job Lot (OSJL) today announced that it is currently hiring for over 100 permanent full-time and part-time positions for both second and third shifts at its distribution center, located in the Quonset Business Park at 375 Commerce Park Road, North Kingstown, RI. The company is also hiring part-time and full-time Class A CDL […]
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Senator Dawn Euer invites District 13 constituents to participate in her 2022 constituent survey
Rhode Island State Senator Dawn Euer has released her 2022 constituent survey, which will be available online until March 11. Sen. Euer said, “This past year brought many challenges to Rhode Island, but it also brought chances for progress. Last session, I introduced more legislation than ever before on a wide range of issues that affect […]
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Adoptable Pet of the Week: Marmaduke
Meet your new best friend, Marmaduke – this week’s Adoptable Pet of the Week! The Potter League for Animals shares on their website that Marmaduke is a 10-month-old male Hound/Mix. Marmaduke is considered a large dog, weighing in at between 60 – 99 pounds. Here’s what else Potter League for Animals has to say about […]
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Governor McKee, RIDOH update quarantine recommendations for DHS-licensed early learning programs
As the state continues to implement an endemic COVID-19 management strategy, Governor Dan McKee, the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH), and the Rhode Island Department of Human Services (DHS) today announced updated quarantine recommendations for DHS-licensed early learning programs. More from Governor McKee’s Office; These updates incorporate the latest COVID-19 community levels of risk […]
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South County, Newport County getting $375,000 in grants for children’s mental health
The Rhode Island Foundation has awarded $375,000 in grants to improve children’s behavioral health in Newport County and South County. “These are extraordinarily stressful times for so many people in our state. Existing behavioral health challenges have been exacerbated by the impact of COVID-19. These grants focus on addressing disparities in access to behavioral health services and […]
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RIPTA seeks public input from passengers to improve service in Newport, West Bay, and Pawtucket
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) is hosting three community-focused virtual workshops on proposed service improvements in West Bay, Pawtucket and Newport. RIPTA is proposing the addition of three new routes, as well as service improvements to Routes 1, 13, 29, 71, 73, 75, 76, 78, 80 and the R-Line. These proposed service changes […]
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Election 2022: Magaziner picks up endorsements, Rhode Island GOP hires executive director
This year will be among Rhode Island’s most active and fiery elections, from local races to crowded gubernatorial and U.S. House of Representative campaigns. This is our regular column that wraps up up some of the top political stories of the moment. Rhode Island GOP Hires an Executive Director The Rhode Island Republican Party has […]
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Governor McKee to host COVID-19 briefing on Friday, will be focused on updated guidance from the CDC
Governor Dan McKee and the Rhode Island Department of Health will host a COVID-19 briefing on Friday at 10:30 am at the State House. According to Governor McKee’s office, this briefing will be focused on updated guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Rhode Island Department of Health Consultant Medical Director Philip Chan, Senior […]
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Salve Regina University: Masks now optional inside Salve Regina buildings
Salve Regina University today announced that beginning at 8 am today masks will be optional inside their buildings. Here’s the full email announcement from Salve Regina University; “Dear Salve Regina community,Throughout the course of this pandemic, our campus policies and operations have been carefully aligned with the latest CDC guidelines and recommendations. Late last week, […]
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What’s Up in Newport: Newport Saint Patrick’s Parade Day
After being forced to take two years off due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 66th Annual Newport Saint Patrick’s Day Parade will be held, rain, snow, or shine, on Saturday, March 12th, 2022. The Parade will begin promptly at 11:00 am in front of Newport City Hall and will proceed to Carroll Avenue at Saint […]
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Love Defeats Fear: Newport yoga studio will host ‘Yoga For Ukraine’ on March 11
Love Defeats Fear, a yoga studio in downtown Newport, will host a special donation-only class to benefit children of war-torn Ukraine on Friday, March 11th at 6:00 pm. According to studio owner Rachael Whitworth, all proceeds from the 90-minute, all-levels class will go directly to unicef.com to support Ukrainian children impacted by the conflict with Russia. View this post on […]
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Comic – Sour Grapes: Meltdown
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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Realtor.com February Housing Report: U.S. Home prices hit all-time high ahead of spring buying season
New data suggests Spring homebuying fever has already set in, as the U.S. median listing price hit a new all-time high of $392,000 in February, according to the Realtor.com® Monthly Housing Trends Report released today. Additionally, home prices grew at an unusually-fast February pace in many of the 50 largest metros, led by Las Vegas, Miami, and Tampa, Fla. with annual increases of at […]
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‘Peace Vigil for Ukraine’ to be held on URI Campus on Thursday
The University of Rhode Island (URI) Chaplains Association and the Center for Nonviolence and Peace Studies will sponsor a Peace Vigil for Ukraine on Thursday, March 3, at 5 pm. According to URI News, the brief ceremony will include readings, prayers, and personal reflections, as well as information and resources for those who wish to support the people […]
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CCRI updates COVID-19 policies, procedures
The Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI) today announced that they will be making changes to their COVID-19 policies in the weeks ahead. In a letter to students and faculty, Alix Ogden, Vice President, Administration and External Affairs at CCRI wrote; “I know we are all watching in hopeful anticipation as the COVID-19 trends statewide […]
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Just My Opinion: Images on a wall
Images on the Wall. In the small rustic apartment in a kibbutz, a few miles outside of Jerusalem, a picture of three young women stands out. Sarah It was years ago that I was in Israel, on a journalists’ mission. I remained after the mission to visit with a great aunt. She lived in a […]