Humphrey “Harp” Donnelly IV named Newport’s new Fire Chief
Swearing In Ceremony Set for Friday at City Hall
Five New England athletes among nominees for the U.S. Olympic Cross Country Team
Nominations are to be confirmed by the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee when it formally announces the U.S. Olympic Team.
Coronavirus in Rhode Island: The latest data on community transmission of COVID-19
Rhode Island Department of Health updates this coronavirus (COVID-19), data tracker, Monday through Friday by approximately 3 pm. The weekly charts included within are updated on Tuesdays.
Adoptable Pet of the Week: Tobias
Tobias, this boy is very very special. He has one eye but acts like he has two. He is very playful, affectionate and super sweet.
DEM launching new website for boating, fishing, and hunting licenses and permits
The single, unified hub — called Rhode Island Outdoors (RIO) — will modernize and simplify all outdoors licensing and permitting services that DEM administers. It will launch in mid-February.
Friends of the Waterfront offers testimony, recommendations to Legislative Commission on CRMC reform
Friends of the Waterfront offers testimony, recommendations to the House Special Legislative Commission on CRMC reform
“Six Picks Events” – What to do this weekend in Rhode Island: Bumper cars, outdoor skating, and Beethoven
Lots to do this weekend across the Ocean State
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MLK Center, Movement Education Outdoors among five organizations to receive grants from 11th Hour Racing
MLK Center & Movement Education Outdoors receives grant to advance experiential education programs
Mayor Napolitano hopeful for the return of the Newport Saint Patrick’s Day Parade in 2022
The 2022 parade is currently scheduled for Saturday, March 12th.
Save The Date: 2022 Newport International Boat Show set to return September 15 – 18
The Newport International Boat Show is one of the largest in-water events in the country and the premier show in New England.
Snow Report: Mountain Conditions at New England Ski Resorts
A look at how much snow has fallen and how conditions are at ski resorts across New England.
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.
LIVE BLOG | Rhode Island Power Outage Map
National Grid’s interactive map is updated every 5 minutes and provides regional power restoration information.
Here’s what’s on Newport City Council’s January 26 docket
The meeting will be held virtually.
What’s Up Newp partners with Jane Pickens to host a special screening of ‘The Big Lebowski’ and ‘Goodfellas’
Put on your comfiest cardigan and bowling shoes to hit the JPT for our annual screening of The Big Lebowski.
Weather Alert: Light snow expected Thursday AM, could impact morning commute
Special Weather Statement issued by National Weather Service
Governor McKee to propose more than $150 million to combat Climate Change in FY2023 Budget
FY2023 budget and ARPA spending plan will propose more than $150 million to fund a series of proposals that will not only reduce harmful greenhouse gasses and build more resilient communities
Alliance Française of Newport adds a fourth French language class to its offerings
The Alliance Française is dedicated to the study of the French language and culture and to promoting cultural exchange.
This Day in RI History: January 19, 1924 – Nicholas Colasanto is born
Played Coach on “Cheers”
This Day In History: January 19th, 1996, North Cape Oil Spill
An estimated 828,000 gallons of home heating oil spilled, spreading throughout a broad area of Block Island Sound and beyond, including the shoreline of the Trustom Pond National Wildlife Refuge
Middletown Town Council okays pursuit of reduced school building improvement package
During a meeting Tuesday night in Town Hall, a split council backed off $90 million plans to upgrade each of schools championed by the School Building Committee
Read & Watch: Governor McKee’s State of the State Address
As prepared for delivery, here is Governor McKee’s State of the State Address;
Just My Opinion: Jim Langevin – Courage, decency, honesty
An 11-term Congressman from Rhode Island’s second district, he announced today, at the age of 57, that he would not run for reelection.
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.
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
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.
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