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Watch Live: Governor Raimondo’s press briefing on COVID-19 in Rhode Island – June 5

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Governor Raimondo and the the Department of Health will provide an update on COVID-19 in Rhode Island during a press briefing at...
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LIVE BLOG – COVID-19: The latest local updates

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Please note: This story is being updated as new information comes in. Please check back for any updates. 
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Tracking COVID-19: The latest local, national, and global data

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Positive Cases In Rhode Island
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COVID-19 in Rhode Island – June 4: Daily Press Briefing & updates

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Governor Raimondo and the the Department of Health will provide an update on COVID-19 in Rhode Island during a press briefing at...
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The Breakers and The Elms to reopen on June 4th, with strict health and safety precautions

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The Preservation Society of Newport County today announced that they have received final state approval to reopen the Newport Mansions to visitors...
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COVID-19 in Rhode Island – June 3: Daily Press Briefing & updates

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Governor Raimondo and the the Department of Health provided an update on COVID-19 in Rhode Island during a press briefing at 2:30...
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Newport will require pedestrians to wear masks on downtown streets beginning Friday

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Newport City Council last night passed a resolution (6 -1, Leonard nay) that will begin requiring that pedestrians wear masks between the...
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Parking lot at Second Beach reopens on June 6th

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On Saturday June 6, parking at Second Beach (aka Sachuest Beach) will reopen daily from 8:00 – 5:00 p.m, according to the Town...
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COVID-19 in Rhode Island – June 2: Daily Press Briefing & updates

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Governor Gina Raimondo and the Department of Health hosted a press briefing at 1 pm today to provide an update on COVID-19...
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COVID-19 in Rhode Island – June 1: Daily Press Briefing & updates

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Governor Raimondo and the Department of Health provided an update on COVID-19 in Rhode Island during a press conference at 1 pm...
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Middletown Public Library reopens, with restrictions

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On Monday June 1st, the Middletown Library reopened to the public by appointment only. Public access hours are Monday and Wednesday 4pm-7pm;...
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All Rhode Island state beaches will open on June 1st

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via Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management The Department of Environmental Management (DEM) announces that all Rhode Island state beaches...
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City of Newport releases statement on Black Lives Matter Rhode Island rally that is scheduled for Saturday

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The City of Newport released the following statement regarding the Black Lives Matter Rhode Island Demonstration that is planned for Saturday, June...
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Aquidneck Land Trust adds six new members to its board of trustees

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The Aquidneck Land Trust (“ALT”) has announced that six new board  members have been appointed to its board of trustees. Four of...
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Rally for Justice and Equality scheduled to take place in Newport on Saturday

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Black Lives Matter Rhode Island announced on Thursday that they will host a Rally for Justice and Equality on Saturday, June 6th...
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Norman Bird Sanctuary inspires community support while adapting summer events & education programs

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As summer approaches, Norman Bird Sanctuary’s 7 miles of trails remain open and its 325 acres of wildlife habitat are thriving. Like...
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Newport offering payment plans for those unable to pay utility bills

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Recognizing that we are still in challenging times, the City of Newport’s Department of Utilities is urging customers in Newport, Middletown and...
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Newport Secret Garden Tour postpones both 2020 tours to 2021

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Due to the ongoing situation with COVID 19, the Benefactors of the Arts has concluded after many meetings and discussions that it...
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Governor Raimondo extends executive order mandating the use of face coverings until July 4th

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Governor Gina Raimondo on Thursday signed an executive order extending her emergency declaration requiring people to wear a cloth face covering while...
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MLK Center releases June Mobile Food Pantry schedule

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The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center today announced it's June Mobile Food Pantry schedule. We've included the entire message and...
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COVID-19 in Rhode Island – June 4: Daily Press Briefing & updates

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Governor Raimondo and the the Department of Health will provide an update on COVID-19 in Rhode Island during a press briefing at...
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Pell Community Garden survives distance learning

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by Marcin Rembisz, Newport Public Schools Covid-19 and distance learning hit just as the Pell Community Gardens were about...
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The Latest: Rhode Island

Music Streaming Online This Weekend (June 5-7) – Sturgill, Lucinda and Taylor

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Here’s a weekend round-up of some of the best concerts streaming locally and nationally during the COVID-19 crisis. Sturgill...
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DEM asks beach-goers to buy season parking passes online and in advance to ease traffic tie-ups at beach entrances

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via Rhode Island Department of Health The Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is encouraging Rhode Islanders to buy season beach passes...
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Governor Raimondo extends executive order mandating the use of face coverings until July 4th

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Governor Gina Raimondo on Thursday signed an executive order extending her emergency declaration requiring people to wear a cloth face covering while...
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COVID-19 in Rhode Island – June 4: Daily Press Briefing & updates

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Governor Raimondo and the the Department of Health will provide an update on COVID-19 in Rhode Island during a press briefing at...
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FirstWorks to Present Virtual Learning “Rise Up” with Syncopated Ladies Thursday at 1PM

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As part of their Arts Learning/Virtual Learning Series, FirstWorks presents Chloe and Maud Arnold- the fierce females of Syncopated Ladies- on Thursday,...
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WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Ron and Pete Cardi, Cardi’s Furniture

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Pete and Ron Cardi from NIROPE / Cardi's Furniture joined WUN's Frank Prosnitz and Ryan Belmore for a conversation about the legacy...
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Rhode Island is 2020’s 10th Safest State in America, study says

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June is National Safety Month. With the U.S. devastated by the coronavirus pandemic this year, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its...
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COVID-19 in Rhode Island – June 2: Daily Press Briefing & updates

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Governor Gina Raimondo and the Department of Health hosted a press briefing at 1 pm today to provide an update on COVID-19...
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United Way launches #BeKindRI challenge to spur random acts of kindness

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Beginning June 1, United Way of Rhode Island (UWRI) invites all Rhode Islanders to share in something special by joining its #BeKindRI challenge and...
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What’s Up Interview: RI Roots Musician Jake Blount Releases “Spider Tales”

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There’s an exciting new voice on the local music scene, an artist who has already achieved critical acclaim. Recent Providence transplant Jake...
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Tyler Bernadyn: A sign of HOPE on Broadway

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Tonight at 5pm, the team at Fifth Element will launch ‘Outer Element,’ their much-anticipated outside dining space.  Located in the old Foley’s...
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Newport Tour Guides & Greeters News: The Breakers and The Elms open today

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The big news is the re-opening of The Breakers and The Elms today (Thursday, June 4) by the Preservation Society of Newport...
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Arts & Culture

Militarization has fostered a policing culture that sets up protesters as ‘the enemy’

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Tom Nolan, Emmanuel College The unrest sparked by the death of George Floyd after being pinned to the ground by the knee of...
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George Floyd’s death reflects the racist roots of American policing

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Connie Hassett-Walker, Norwich University Outrage over racial profiling and the killing of African Americans by police officers and vigilantes has recently resurfaced following...
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Jane Pickens Announces Upcoming Films in Virtual Screening Room

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Like many independent theaters, the Jane Pickens Film and Events Center in Newport is facing serious financial challenges due to the CCOVID-19...
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What’s Up at the Movies: We Review “The High Note”

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Like The Lovebirds, director Nisha Ganatra’s The High Note is another movie forced into an online release by the pandemic, following the...
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Music Streaming Online This Weekend (June 5-7) – Sturgill, Lucinda and Taylor

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Here’s a weekend round-up of some of the best concerts streaming locally and nationally during the COVID-19 crisis. Sturgill...
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Arts & Culture

Tyler Bernadyn: A sign of HOPE on Broadway

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Tonight at 5pm, the team at Fifth Element will launch ‘Outer Element,’ their much-anticipated outside dining space.  Located in the old Foley’s...
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Arts & Culture

FirstWorks to Present Virtual Learning “Rise Up” with Syncopated Ladies Thursday at 1PM

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As part of their Arts Learning/Virtual Learning Series, FirstWorks presents Chloe and Maud Arnold- the fierce females of Syncopated Ladies- on Thursday,...
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Photo Gallery: Sidewalk chalk display at Memorial Boulevard and Chapel Street

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What's Up Newp captured the following photos of a sidewalk chalk display at the corner of Memorial Boulevard and Chapel Street on...
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Arts & Culture

Militarization has fostered a policing culture that sets up protesters as ‘the enemy’

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Tom Nolan, Emmanuel College The unrest sparked by the death of George Floyd after being pinned to the ground by the knee of...
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Arts & Culture

George Floyd’s death reflects the racist roots of American policing

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Connie Hassett-Walker, Norwich University Outrage over racial profiling and the killing of African Americans by police officers and vigilantes has recently resurfaced following...
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Music Streaming Online This Weekend (June 5-7) – Sturgill, Lucinda and Taylor

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Here’s a weekend round-up of some of the best concerts streaming locally and nationally during the COVID-19 crisis. Sturgill...
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Newport Secret Garden Tour postpones both 2020 tours to 2021

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Due to the ongoing situation with COVID 19, the Benefactors of the Arts has concluded after many meetings and discussions that it...
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The Wayfinder Hotel, Nomi Park open

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In case you missed it, Newport added a new hotel and restaurant this past weekend. The Wayfinder Hotel, located...
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What’s Up This Week In Newport County: June 2 – 8

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Discover all that's happening, new, and to do this week in Newport County. This list will be updated as...
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What’s Up Interview: RI Roots Musician Jake Blount Releases “Spider Tales”

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There’s an exciting new voice on the local music scene, an artist who has already achieved critical acclaim. Recent Providence transplant Jake...
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Less than a week before its first scheduled match and still no word from polo about its season

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With just a few days before what is supposed to be its opening match of the season, against a team from Switzerland,...
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Tyler Bernadyn: A sign of HOPE on Broadway

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Tonight at 5pm, the team at Fifth Element will launch ‘Outer Element,’ their much-anticipated outside dining space.  Located in the old Foley’s...
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Newport businesses board up windows: ‘Better safe than sorry’

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In a statement issued today related to the ongoing nationwide protests, the City of Newport said they “are not aware of any...
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The Wayfinder Hotel, Nomi Park open

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In case you missed it, Newport added a new hotel and restaurant this past weekend. The Wayfinder Hotel, located...
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Newport County restaurants offering take-out, delivery, outdoor dining (Updating)

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Tired of making lunch and dinner? Luckily, many of Newport County’s restaurants are still open and ready to serve...
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Newport restaurants struggle to limit the environmental impact of take-out

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Restaurants in the Newport area are trying to ensure that their growing dependency on take-out meals does not generate more plastic and...
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Phase II of Reopening RI expected to start June 1, indoor dining, hair salons, and gyms to reopen

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During her press briefing on Friday afternoon, Governor Raimondo said that her intention is to move to Phase II of Reopening RI...
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Newport County

What’s Up Podcast: A conversation with Bekah Salwasser, Executive Director of Red Sox Foundation

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For Bekah Salwasser, a Brown University graduate and former professional soccer player and now executive director of the Red Sox Foundation, the...
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City & Government

WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Dr. James McDonald, Rhode Island Department of Health

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Dr. James McDonald from the Rhode Island Department Of Health will join us on this edition of WUN-ON-ONE on Tuesday, May 19th...
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Newport County

What’s Up Podcast: Caitlin Frumerie, executive director of Rhode Island Coalition for the Homeless

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The headline reads "During the Covid-19 pandemic, nowhere is safe for homeless people." That is as valid in San Francisco and London as it...
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WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Lt. Governor Dan McKee

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Lt. Governor Dan McKee joins us to chat about the impact COVID-19 has had on small businesses in Rhode Island, to...
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Entertainment & Music

What’s Up Podcast: Suzanna Laramee, president and chief executive officer, Newport Music Festival

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To many, the Newport Music Festival, the chamber music festival in the city’s mansions, is the stepchild of the city’s folk and...
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Newport County

What’s Up Podcast: Heather Strout, executive director, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center

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“I have the audacity to believe that peoples everywhere can have three meals a day for their bodies, education, culture of their...
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Sailing & Sports

Newport County

What’s Up Podcast: A conversation with Bekah Salwasser, Executive Director of Red Sox Foundation

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For Bekah Salwasser, a Brown University graduate and former professional soccer player and now executive director of the Red Sox Foundation, the...
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Newport County

Newport Polo remains hopeful it will not have to cancel its season

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With less than three weeks to its scheduled first match on June 6, versus Switzerland, Newport Polo remains on hold and hopeful...
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Newport County

2020 International Tennis Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony, Hall of Fame Open cancelled

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The International Tennis Hall of Fame Class of 2020 Induction Ceremony and the Hall of Fame Open, the annual ATP Tour tournament...
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Newport County

New England Collegiate Baseball League cancels 2020 Season

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The New England Collegiate Baseball League (NECBL) announced last last night that its board of directors, comprised of executives from its 13...
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Newport County

Newport Polo hopes governor accepts its proposal that would change the experience for spectators and players

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Polo is hoping that a proposal it gave to Governor Raimondo a few days ago will allow the popular event to hold...
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Newport County

Tennis Hall Of Fame: Regular execution of the Hall of Fame Open and Induction Ceremony in July will not be possible

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In light of Governor Gina Raimondo’s announcement this week regarding large events in Rhode Island this summer, the International Tennis Hall Of...
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