Southeast Health Aquidneck 10K returns in March, will benefit the Norman Bird Sanctuary
Nearly 400 runners and walkers completed the Southcoast Health Aquidneck 10K
Commission studying CRMC reorganization to accept public testimony tomorrow
Led by Rep. Deborah Ruggiero (D-Dist. 74, Jamestown, Middletown), the 15-member special commission is to comprehensively study and provide recommendations for the reorganization of the CRMC and issue its findings and recommendations by April 1, 2022.
Free Covid home test kits now available through USPS
Easy to order tests on USPS website
Middletown Police seeking info on vandalism incident at Wyatt Road Soccer Complex
Middletown Police Department is seeking any information about a vandalism incident at the Wyatt Road Soccer Complex on Sunday, January 9, and Monday, January 10
What Sold: 26 Newport County real estate sales, transactions (Jan. 10 – 14)
Wondering what sold in your neighborhood recently? Here’s a look at what sold
Opinion: Despite historic challenges, Rhode Island has historic opportunities
By House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi
Tiverton Public Library to host COVID vaccination clinic on January 29
The clinic is open 10 am-12 pm for individuals ages 5-11 and 10 am-3 pm for individuals ages 12 and up (boosters available). Pre-registration is required.
Obituary: Arthur A. Medeiros, Jr.
February 15, 1949 – January 14, 2022
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Marina Cafe & Pub announces it’s ‘going out of business’
“After 13 years of fun and celebrations the Marina Cafe and Pub is going out of business. A proposal to extend our lease has been rejected by the landlord”
Sour Grapes: Work From Home
Sour Grapes is a comic about “Aesop”, a miserable flying dog and his odd friends, all living in a problematic and troubled world.
This Day in RI History: January 18, 1896 – Author C.M. Eddy Jr. is born in Providence
Horror writer best known for his work in “Weird Tales” magazine
Weather: Today, Tonight & Tomorrow’s Weather Forecast for Nantucket
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Weather: Today, Tonight & Tomorrow’s Weather Forecast for Martha’s Vineyard
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Weather: Today, Tonight & Tomorrow’s Weather Forecast for Newport, RI
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Weather: Today, Tonight & Tomorrow’s Weather Forecast for Stowe, VT
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What’s Up This Week: Jan. 18 – 23
Brick Alley Pub Wine Dinner, Improv with The Bit Players, Aquidneck Growers Market, and more.
Scotty McCreery returning to Indian Ranch in Webster, MA July 9
Tickets on sale Saturday January 22
Athletes from Rhode Island who’ve competed in Winter Olympic Games
We take a look back on Rhode Islanders who’ve competed in the Olympic Winter Games of years past.
This Day in RI History: January 17, 1942 – Coldest temperature ever recorded in Rhode Island
Temperature in Richmond hit 28 below in 1942
LIVE BLOG | Rhode Island cancellations, closures, and delays
The following list of closures, cancellations, and announcements is from the Rhode Island Broadcasters Association Business/School Cancellations System.
Update: Travel restrictions have been lifted on the Mt Hope, Newport Pell, and Jamestown Verrazzano Bridges
Under RITBA protocols, limited wind restrictions may be implemented when sustained wind speeds exceed 60 mph for a continuous period of 15 minutes or more; or wind gusts persistently exceed 60 mph over a period of 15 minutes.
LIVE BLOG | Rhode Island Power Outage Map
National Grid’s interactive map is updated every 5 minutes and provides regional power restoration information.
Obituary: Emmett R. Butler
July 30, 1930 – December 30, 2021
Obituary: Raymond Parker Armbrust
July 27, 1930 – January 06, 2022
City of Newport to kick off the local redistricting process
Residents Encouraged to Learn More by Attending an Upcoming Meeting
Obituary: Martin J. Kinsella
November 22, 1927 – January 12, 2022
National Grid: Prepared for Winter Nor’easter to impact Massachusetts and Rhode Island
National Grid has 1,886 field-based personnel as part of our emergency response operations across New England
Obituary: Jean Eveline Bullard
January 14, 1928 – January 11, 2022
Reflections on Martin Luther King Day 2022
“The time is always right to do what is right.”
Gerry Goldstein: What’s in a name? Sometimes, vitriol
Jan. 17-21 just happens to be: National No Name-Calling Week.
Rhode Island getting $47.1 million in federal funds for bridge projects
To go with this $47.1 million infusion of federal bridge funds this year, Rhode Island will get a projected total of $289,730,682 in base formula funding from the highway portion of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act
‘Fire Station No. 1’ on Mill Street in Newport sells for $3.05 million
Gustave White Sotheby’s International Realty announced the sale today of Fire Station No. 1 at 25 Mill Street in Newport, Rhode Island. This iconic building, located in the heart of downtown, sold for $3,050,000.
Seven community based COVID-19 vaccination clinics will be held across the state on Saturday
Community-based COVID-19 vaccination clinics will be held Saturday, January 15 in Central Falls, Lincoln, Newport, Warwick, Wakefield, and Cranston.
Rhode Island Pro Soccer launches social media platforms
The Rhode Island Professional Soccer club is currently preparing for its inaugural season at Tidewater Stadium.
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13 Open Houses to check out in Newport County this weekend (Jan. 15 – 16)
On the market for a new home? Check out these open houses in Newport County this weekend
Newport Beer Festival headed to Fort Adams Saturday, April 30
Festival returning after a Covid hiatus
Brewery of the Month – We visit the Providence Brewing Company
Grand opening at Farm Fresh RI hub on Sims Ave.
RIPTA implementing winter service, fare, and route changes beginning Saturday
For the first time ever, Sunday service has been added to Route 14 between Newport, CCRI Warwick, Jefferson Blvd., and Providence
Mayor Jeanne-Marie Napolitano joins What’sUpNewp for a live virtual video conversation on Friday
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.
Opinion: End Rhode Island’s abortion bans
By Rep. Liana Cassar (D-Dist. 66, Barrington, East Providence) and Sen. Bridget Valverde (D-Dist. 35, North Kingstown, East Greenwich, Narragansett, South Kingstown), who are the sponsors of the Equality in Abortion Coverage Act.
Opinion: Tide shift at CRMC?
By Rep. Deborah Ruggiero (D-Dist. 74, Jamestown, Middletown) and Rep. Lauren H. Carson (D-Dist. 75, Newport)
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