Community Submission

It was encouraging to read the recent letter to the editor suggesting that the Council-elect consider departing from the tradition of the past two decades and retain the current mayor in his position. While limiting a mayor’s tenure can be reasonable, the Charter allows the Council to pick the best possible candidate to allow our […]

Thank you Middletown Voters for your trust, and your votes this election season. I am truly honored to have been elected to serve YOU on the Town Council here in beautiful Middletown, Rhode Island This has been an interesting election season to say the least, especially here at the local level. I thoroughly enjoyed meeting […]

To the Editor,           Congratulations to the newly elected Newport Councilors whose first task will be to decide who among the four at-large Councilors will be Chairman of the Council. Whomever is selected, will carry the ceremonial title of Mayor, which brings no extra vote or other power. Two years ago, our present mayor, Xay Khamsyvoravong won […]

Newport is a world-class destination but also our home.  We share our City with everyone from billionaires to beach bums.  The Council- Elect is strong and will need to focus on spending that keeps Newport livable so families can thrive.  Xay will continue to lead the Council in creating more workforce housing, improving our schools […]

I am pleased to offer my wholehearted endorsement of Kendra Wilson Muenter for the Newport School Committee. I have been consistently impressed with Kendra’s unwavering commitment to Newport’s students, families, and educators. She is a dedicated advocate for equitable school funding, and her deep knowledge of the community and our schools informs her actions in every way. When […]

In the October 24th edition of Newport This Week, the Editor’s note accompanying school committee candidate profiles incorrectly paraphrases a question we were asked about teaching Multilingual Learners (MLL): “[Candidates] were also asked if they felt certified intervention support should be provided for MLL students outside the classroom. Eight of the 11 candidates replied yes, […]

I humbly ask for your vote for re-election to Middletown Town Council.  As your councilor, I will fight for affordability. Residents are being pushed out of our community because they cannot afford to live here. When taxes go up for landlords, those get passed on to renters. We need less politics and drama and more […]

We need David Quiroa as State Senator for Newport and Jamestown.  A 36-year resident of Newport who has raised five children here, David and his family are active communicants of St. Joseph’s Church. David began his career navigating the hospitality industry in Newport at beloved local establishments such as the White Horse Tavern, The Black […]

To the Editor: I, Robert Power, am running for Newport School Committee to keep the auto technology and cosmetology programs incorporated into the new Rogers High School campus.  The auditorium and gym have been torn down and replaced with unfortunately, smaller versions of each.  But, taking down the building that houses auto-tech and cosmetology to […]

I endorse Mark Aramli for At-Large City Councillor.  I have seen him address thorny, polarizing issues with compassion, courage and directness.  Doing the right thing seems more important to him than doing the thing that gets him more votes.  When others suggest having repetitive forums, fact finding, or commission reports, he is ready to act when the […]

Dear Editor, We urge Ward 2 voters to consider seriously Matt Grant for the Ward 2 City Councilor seat.  Matt is a highly intelligent young man who has thoroughly researched the issues facing Newport and its citizens, and considered them thoughtfully.  He brings a sorely-needed fresh perspective to the issues that face the city.  For […]