What’s Up in Newport: Tuesday, April 23
Here’s what’s on tap for today around Newport; plus a look at all of the latest What’sUpNewp headlines.
Comic – Sour Grapes: Moment
Sour Grapes is a comic about “Aesop”, a miserable flying dog and his odd friends, all living in a problematic and troubled world.
Navy officials recognized for torpedo, undersea warfare technology development
Navy recognizes senior leaders for advancing undersea warfare technology
Ride Island to present a public program on Cambridge street design for biking, walking, and transit
Ride Island Presents the first in a Speaker Series addressing safe infrastructure and road design for active transportation.
Matthews scores as Maple Leafs beat Bruins 3-2 to tie their series at 1 game apiece
Auston Matthews scored on a breakaway to snap a third-period tie with eight minutes left, and the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Boston Bruins 3-2 on Monday night to knot their first-round playoff series at one game apiece.
Newport String Quartet to perform in Newport and Little Compton
Performance taking place at Colony House and United Congregational Church
Governor McKee submits budget amendment to support housing stability, address homelessness
The amendment also proposes the creation of a permanent funding stream to address these areas in future years.
Newport City Council to discuss proposed budget, including tax levy increases
Newport City Council to Discuss Proposed Budget Amidst Housing, Climate, and Infrastructure Challenges
Gov. McKee and First Lady Susan McKee help keep Middletown clean
Rhode Island hosts Earth Day ceremony, litter cleanup in Middletown
Rhode Island Governor McKee seeks $1.3 million in state aid for businesses impacted by bridge reconstruction
McKee seeks $1.3 million to help small businesses impacted by Washington Bridge reconstruction
What Sold: A look at 15 homes that exchanged hands last week in Newport County
Here’s what sold in Newport County from April 8 – April 12.
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Best-performing Rhode Island stocks last week
The highest-performing stock on the list returned +1.6% last week. Read on to see which companies made the list.
Newport Harbormaster Paddle Safety Program offering free community Kayak and SUP Paddle Safety Class
The City of Newport’s Harbormaster Office invites the community to boost your confidence and prepare for paddling adventures.
On Earth Day, Rhode Island delegation delivers $49.3 million for cost-saving clean energy upgrades
$49,330,000 in federal funds for Rhode Island EASE programs through the EPA’s Solar for All Program will help unlock millions in long-term energy savings for RI households
Newport Tree Conservancy named charitable partner of Amica Newport Marathon
The
nonprofit is dedicated to fostering a healthy, growing urban forest in the City of Newport, Rhode Island, through a permanent tree management and planting program that benefits present and future citizens.
The Autism Project’s Imagine Walk to take place on April 28, 2024
The Autism Project to host 22nd annual Imagine Walk in Warwick, Rhode Island
Newport Police make five arrests over the weekend
Newport Police Arrest & Dispatch Log: April 19 -22
Bestselling cars in Rhode Island
To help analyze the auto market landscape, Cheap Insurance compiled a ranking of the bestselling cars in Rhode Island using 2023 data from Edmunds, based on a national analysis.
What’s Up in Newport: Monday, April 22
Here’s what’s on tap for today around Newport; plus a look at all of the latest What’sUpNewp headlines.
Pawtucket Pups Find Hope: Rescued dogs available for adoption at Potter League for Animals
Today, the Potter League for Animals announced the availability of eleven dogs rescued from a recent hoarding case on Senate Street in Pawtucket.
Jayson Tatum triple-double, 3s lead Celtics past Butler-less Heat 114-94 in playoff opener
The Celtics spent the days leading up to their playoff matchup with Miami talking about wanting to match the physicality of a team that would be looking for an edge without star Jimmy Butler.
Wilyer Abreu drives in a pair of runs as Red Sox complete sweep of reeling Pirates with 6-1 victory
Wilyer Abreu had three hits and drove in two runs and the Boston Red Sox beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-1 on Sunday to complete a three-game sweep.
Rhode Island FC takes Down Las Vegas Lights FC 2-1 for first win in club history
Club scores two first-half goals from Stephen Turnbull and Noah Fuson
DeBrusk nets 2 power-play goals, Swayman saves 35 as Bruins win 5-1 to open series with Toronto
The Boston Bruins were clinging to a one-goal lead when defenseman Charlie McAvoy caught a skate edge and fell while trying to race Toronto’s Auston Matthews to a loose puck.
Owusu, Johnson spark Toronto to 1-0 victory over Revolution
Prince Owusu scored midway through the second half and Sean Johnson made it stand up in Toronto FC’s 1-0 victory over the New England Revolution on Saturday night.
Obituary: Marjorie “Jorie” A. Miner
July 28, 1932 – April 17, 2024
Crawford works 6 solid innings and the Red Sox deal the struggling Pirates a 5th straight loss
Kutter Crawford allowed one run in six strong innings and the Boston Red Sox defeated the struggling Pittsburgh Pirates 4-2 on Saturday.
Brick Alley Pub is being sold to The Heritage Restaurant Group
The Heritage Restaurant Group intends to keep all front—and back-of-house staff onboard and retain all senior management, including Matt Plumb, who has been there for over twenty years, and General Manager Kim Dwyer.
Road Report: Schedule of lane closures and road construction projects (April 20 – 27)
Here’s what’s on tap for road construction, lane closures, and traffic delays.
Portsmouth Abbey School junior to travel to Washington, D.C., to compete in the Poetry Out Loud Finals
Portsmouth Abbey School junior Jennifer Shon will represent Rhode Island in Washington, D.C., for the 2024 Poetry Out Loud National Finals, April 30-May 2.
Vineyard Soirée to benefit the Women’s Resource Center
In a toast to spring, the Women’s Resource Center invites the community to the Vineyard Soirée: A Celebration of Cocktails and Cuisine for a Cause.
Record Store Day celebrates indie retail music sellers as they ride vinyl’s popularity wave
Special LP releases, live performances and at least one giant block party are scheduled around the U.S. Saturday as hundreds of shops celebrate Record Store Day during a surge of interest in vinyl and the day after the release of Taylor Swift’s latest album.
Soar, slide, splash? It’s skiers’ choice as spring’s wacky pond skimming tradition returns
A costumed skier races down a slope, hits a pond and hydroplanes halfway across. He pirouettes and then plunges into the icy water before jumping up and waving to the cheering crowd.
Brayan Bello allows 1 hit in 6 innings as Red Sox breeze past Pirates 8-1
Brayan Bello allowed one hit in six innings, Rob Refsnyder hit his first home run of the season and the Boston Red Sox breezed past the struggling Pittsburgh Pirates 8-1 on Friday night.
RIDOT provides an update on the Pell Bridge Ramps Phase 2 project
Motorists can anticipate left lane closures and driveways/walkways blocked on JT Connell Highway, from the Route 138 overpass to Van Zandt Avenue, Monday-Friday from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Governor McKee urges drivers to slow down and avoid distractions as three-lane shift on Washington Bridge begins
Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee encourages drivers to slow down and avoid distractions on the Washington Bridge
Newport Police Arrest & Dispatch Log: April 17 – 19
According to their latest arrest log, Newport Police took three individuals into custody on Wednesday, April 17.
‘RADIANT: The Life and Line of Keith Haring’ to be discussed at Jamestown Arts Center
Author Brad Gooch and NPR host Luis Hernandez to discuss Keith Haring’s life and legacy at Jamestown Arts Center
Rock trailblazer Heart reunites for a world tour and a new song
The band’s Royal Flush Tour will have Cheap Trick as the opening act for many stops, but Def Leppard and Journey will join for three stadium dates in Cleveland, Toronto and Boston this summer.
Dune Restoration: Save the Bay revitalizes dunes at Easton’s Beach and across the Ocean State
Save the Bay revitalizes dunes at Easton’s Beach and across the Ocean State with an army of volunteers during Aquidneck Island Earth Week 2024
T. F. Green International Airport in Rhode Island is a contender for top travel award
Rhode Island’s T. F. Green International Airport Nominated for Condé Nast Traveler’s Best Airports in the U.S.
Anna M. Ripa Memorial Scholarship is available to Aquidneck Island public high school seniors
Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America Offering Scholarships
Rhode Island reminds residents and nonresidents to renew harvesting and fishing licenses online by April 29
Rhode Island residents and nonresidents reminded to renew fishing licenses online by April 29, 2024
What’s Up in Newport this weekend: April 19 – 21
On tap this weekend: Driving Miss Daffodil and Cars & Coffee, Newport Beer Festival, I Scream For Ice Cream Social, and more.
What’s Up in Newport: Friday, April 19
Here’s what’s on tap for today around Newport; plus a look at all of the latest What’sUpNewp headlines.
Growing for good: Aquidneck Community Table hosts a spring cleanup educational and advocacy event in support of sustainable local foods and food justice
Registrants can work as a volunteer gardener, participate in a scavenger hunt, or learn about the island’s food forest initiative in this Aquidneck Island Earth Week event
Obituary: Clifton Patrick Brownell
May 14, 1991 – April 5, 2024
Carrasco pitches solid into the 6th inning and the Guardians beat the Red Sox 5-4
Carlos Carrasco gave up two runs in 5 2/3 solid innings and Andrés Giménez had two RBIs to lead the Cleveland Guardians to a 5-4 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Thursday.
Ideal mix of new and familiar faces to compete for 2024 Resolute Cup
Collectively, the 28 clubs that will contest the seventh edition of the Resolute Cup, a Corinthian Championship for U.S. Yacht Clubs, this coming September check all three boxes.
People’s Credit Union donates $2,000 to Narrow River Preservation Association
People’s Credit Union makes donation to support Narrow River Preservation Association
Resolution introduced by Rhode Island delegation to honor contributions of Seabees
Senate resolution honors the contributions of the US Navy Construction Force, also known as the Seabees, on their 82nd anniversary
The Patriots enter the NFL draft needing a QB, but could trade down to fill other needs
The 2024 NFL draft represents the next chapter in the remaking of the New England Patriots.
Middletown police officers to participate in Police Unity Tour
Middletown Police Officers to participate in Police Unity Tour to honor fallen officers
Kennedy family makes ‘crystal clear’ its Biden endorsement in attempt to deflate RFK Jr.’s candidacy
President Joe Biden scooped up endorsements from at least 15 members of the Kennedy political family during a campaign stop Thursday as he aims to undermine Donald Trump and marginalize the candidacy of independent Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Four to be inducted into the Rhode Island Music Hall of Fame on April 28
Jazz is the focus at April 28 Rhode Island Music Hall of Fame Inductions and concert
Rhode Island grants to extend learning beyond school year
Rhode Island communities can apply for grants to expand learning opportunities beyond the traditional school year
Newport In Bloom announces 2024 Daffodil Days window decorating winners
It’s now time to vote for The People’s Choice
Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority’s financial condition upgraded to A+
Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority financial condition upgraded to A+ by S&P
What’s Up in Newport: Thursday, April 18
Here’s what’s on tap for today around Newport; plus a look at all of the latest What’sUpNewp headlines.
Houck throws 3-hitter in 2-0 win over Guardians for Boston’s 1st CG shutout at Fenway since 2017
Tanner Houck pitched a three-hitter with nine strikeouts for Boston’s first complete-game shutout at Fenway Park in nearly seven years, and the Red Sox beat the Cleveland Guardians 2-0 on Wednesday night.
Newport City Council to hold next meeting on April 24
Newport City Council to hold next meeting on April 24
Newport Restoration Foundation announces call for nominations for 2024 Doris Duke Historic Preservation Awards
The deadline for nominations is Friday, May 17, 2024.
MLK Center’s ‘Live from the Loading Dock’ moves to the Pocket Park
The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center (MLK Community Center) is kicking off their favorite free summer event, Live from the Loading Dock.
After 40 nights of U2 at the Sphere, Phish’s Trey Anastasio talks about taking over
Inaugurated with U2’s 40-show residency, the $2.3 billion arena will offer Phish fans something they’ve definitely never seen — or felt — before.