Bill Syrett, Penn State The Blue Hill Observatory, a few miles south of Boston, recorded the deepest snow cover in its 130-year history, an incredible 46 inches, in February 2015. The same month, Bangor, Maine, tied its record for deepest snow at 53 inches. Mountainous locations will sometimes see triple-digit snow depths. Impressive numbers, for […]
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National Grid says that it’s prepared for Winter Nor’easter’s impact on Massachusetts and Rhode Island
National Grid issued a press release today announcing that it is prepared for a powerful winter nor’easter to hit New England late Friday and continue through Saturday. The storm is expected to bring significant snow accumulations, strong winds, and the potential for coastal flooding off Eastern Massachusetts. Current forecasts indicate the storm could cause damage […]
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City of Newport issues parking ban ahead of Winter Storm
The City of Newport this morning announced that it has issued a mandatory Parking Ban from 11 P.M. ON FRIDAY, JAN. 28TH UNTIL 9 A.M. ON SUNDAY, JAN. 30TH due to impending winter weather. A full list of parking bans, delays, and cancellations can be found here – LIVE BLOG | Rhode Island cancellations, closures, and delays More from the […]
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What is a bomb cyclone? An atmospheric scientist explains
Esther Mullens, University of Florida A bomb cyclone is a large, intense midlatitude storm that has low pressure at its center, weather fronts and an array of associated weather, from blizzards to severe thunderstorms to heavy precipitation. It becomes a bomb when its central pressure decreases very quickly – by at least 24 millibars in […]
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Rhode Island Home Show returning to Providence after 3-year COVID-19 hiatus
The Rhode Island Home Show is set to return to the Rhode Island Convention Center in Providence this April, following a three-year hiatus due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The show, led by the nonprofit Rhode Islander Builders Association (RIBA) and among the oldest privately-organized efforts in the country, will run April 7 – 10. “We were […]
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Inaugural Rhode Island Craft Beer Week set for March 5 – 13
Attention fans of craft beer, you’re invited to celebrate Rhode Island’s craft beer scene. The Rhode Island Brewers Guild (RI Brewers Guild) today announced plans are underway for their inaugural Rhode Island Craft Beer Week! Set for March 5th through the 13th, 2022, this celebration of RI’s beer manufacturers will feature events scheduled at bars, restaurants, package […]
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United Nurses and Allied Professionals launches campaign urging Rhode Islanders to get vaccinated and boosted
The United Nurses and Allied Professionals, a union representing more than 7,000 nurses and health professionals, today launched a campaign asking Rhode Islanders to consider getting vaccinated and/or boosted if they have not already. The campaign features video interviews with nurses who have worked on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic over the past two […]
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Newport Public School teachers participate in ‘Minding Your Mind’ suicide prevention professional development
During a state-wide professional development day on Monday, January 24, 2022, staff at the Thompson Middle School and Rogers High School received initial training on student suicide awareness and prevention training. The training was provided by Minding Your Mind’s Clinical Director Jon Mattleman and Young Adult Speaker Elizabeth to comply with the recently enacted Nathan Bruno and Jason […]
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Governor McKee announces Department of Health Transition Support Team
Governor Dan McKee today announced a team to support the transition at the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) while the search continues for a permanent director. On January 13, it was announced that Dr. Nicole Alexander-Scott would be resigning as the Director of the Rhode Island Department of Health. “Our Administration has moved quickly to put an experienced […]
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Garth Brooks to perform at Gillette Stadium on May 21, tickets go on sale on Jan. 28
Garth Brooks will make his only New England stadium tour stop at the home of the New England Patriots and New England Revolution on May 21, 2022. Brooks, a seven-time CMA Entertainer of the Year and the top-selling solo artist in U.S. history with 157 million records sold, will perform at Gillette Stadium for the first […]
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79 students from Newport County make CCRI’s Fall 2021 Dean’s List
The Community College of Rhode Island recently announced its Fall 2021 Dean’s List. Students enrolled in a degree program who have completed 12 credits with a grade point average of 3.25 or higher this semester with no grade lower than “C” are eligible for this scholastic honor. 79 students who call Newport County home made […]
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Governor McKee, Department of Health will host COVID-19 Briefing on Thursday
Governor Dan McKee and the Rhode Island Department of Health will host a COVID-19 briefing on Thursday afternoon at 2 pm. Update – January 27: The Governor’s office announced the following on Thursday morning. Governor McKee, Dr. McDonald to Visit At-Home Test Kit Delivery in East Providence, Provide COVID-19 Update Earlier this morning, Governor Dan McKee announced […]
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$3 million winning Mega Millions ticket sold in Rhode Island
Last night’s Mega Millions drawing resulted in a $3 million winning ticket sold in Rhode Island, according to the Rhode Island Lottery. The Quick Pick ticket matched five out of five numbers to win the standard prize payout of $1 million. However, since the winner purchased the Megaplier feature for an additional dollar, the $1 million prize […]
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General Treasurer Seth Magaziner announces run for Rhode Island’s 2nd Congressional district
Today, General Treasurer Seth Magaziner formally announced his candidacy for Rhode Island’s 2nd Congressional district. “The fight to preserve our democracy is the most sacred obligation of this generation and this is why I’ve decided to seek to represent the people of Rhode Island’s second congressional district in the United States House of Representatives,” said […]
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New York Yacht Club: American Magic’s challenge for the 37th America’s Cup formally accepted
New York Yacht Club today announced that The Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron formally accepted the New York Yacht Club American Magic’s challenge for the 37th America’s Cup to be held in 2024 – the third additional challenge accepted for AC37. “It is great to be back in the America’s Cup for AC37, and our pursuit of […]
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217 students from Newport County make University of Rhode Island’s Fall 2021 Dean’s List
The University of Rhode Island recently announced its Fall 2021 Dean’s List. More than 6,800 students were named to the list, representing nearly all of Rhode Island’s cities and towns, all six New England states, New York and New Jersey, and many other states and countries. Closer to home, 217 students from Newport County made […]
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‘Long Pond Farm’ on Ministerial Road in South Kingstown sells for a record-setting $6.595 million
Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty today announced the record sale of 527 Ministerial Road in South Kingstown for $6,595,000. A country lake-front family compound located in Matunuck Hills, “Long Pond Farm” is set on nearly 52 acres. Photo provided by Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realt According to a press release from Mott & […]
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Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain joins What’s Up Newp for a live conversation on Wednesday
How are Newport Schools addressing a shortfall of reportedly $12 million needed for the Rogers High School re-construction? We’ll learn that and more when School Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain joins What’s Up Newp for her monthly live virtual video conversation on Wednesday at 1:30 pm. We’ll also ask about progress on the elementary school project, […]
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Gubernatorial Candidate Helena Foulkes joins What’s Up Newp for a live conversation on Wednesday
In the crowded Democratic race for governor, Helena Foulkes hopes that her business background, and political pedigree, propel her to become the next governor of Rhode Island. We’ll learn more about Foulkes at 12:30 pm on Wednesday when she joins a What’s Up Newp for a live virtual video conversation. Helena Foulkes Foulkes is a […]
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‘Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience’ coming to Providence
Are you a fan of Van Gogh or art? “The Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience “is coming to The Rhode Island Convention Center in Providence from May 24 – July 8, 2022. Update – January 26: Today, Beyond Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience extended its run in Providence, and will now be opening on Tuesday, May […]
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Sour Grapes: Resting Spot
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’s 2022 election getting expensive
When U.S. Rep. James Langevin, D-RI, who represents the second district, announced last week that he would not run for reelection, it opened a flood gate of speculation of names of Democrats and Republicans who might consider running, and certainly made the 2022 Rhode Island election much more expensive. The five Democrats expected to be […]
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Middletown condo hits the market for $445,000
Located in the heart of beautiful Aquidneck Island, this thoughtfully designed condominium at 126 Corey Lane in Middletown offers a pleasing use of its indoor-outdoor space, perfect for dynamic modern living. Stepping inside, the welcoming center hall guides you into the home’s spacious, combined living and dining room, anchored by gorgeous hardwood floors. Dramatic vaulted […]
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Chris Lane coming to Bold Point Park on August 12
Waterfront Concerts and 98.1 Cat Country today announced that country music singer and songwriter Chris Lane will perform live at Bold Point Park in East Providence on Friday, August 12, 2022. General admission tickets for this show start at $45 and will go on sale to the general public beginning Friday, January 28th at 10 AM EST. Visit waterfrontconcerts.com for more information. […]
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Five New England athletes among nominees for the U.S. Olympic Cross Country Team
U.S. Ski & Snowboard announced today its nominations for the U.S. Olympic Cross Country Team to represent Team USA at the Olympic Winter Games Beijing 2022 from February 4-19, 2022. Nominations are to be confirmed by the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee when it formally announces the U.S. Olympic Team. Fourteen athletes were nominated […]