Source: Norman Bird Sanctuary Norman Bird Sanctuary and Newport Live’s hit Summer Outdoor Concert Series is returning to Aquidneck Island, bringing three unique artists to Norman Bird Sanctuary for a summer of live music. 2024 marks the fourth year of a successful collaboration between the two local non-profit organizations. “We are thrilled to partner with […]
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Sen. Ujifusa, Rep. McGaw introduce bill to protect patients from insurers’ step therapy protocols
STATE HOUSE — Sen. Linda Ujifusa and Rep. Michelle E. McGaw are sponsoring legislation to rein in so-called step therapy protocols used by health insurance companies that can delay or prevent patients from getting tests, procedures and drugs ordered by their physicians. Step therapy, also known as “fail first” therapy, is a health insurance practice […]
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Rhode Island FC falls 5-4 in penalties in first-ever U.S. Open Cup match
Source: Rhode Island FC A dramatic back-and-forth affair would ultimately end in defeat for Rhode Island FC on Tuesday when the club lost its first-ever Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup match to USL League One side Charlotte Independence at America Memorial Legion Stadium. Despite four debut goals and two leads from Head Coach Khano Smith’s side through […]
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Numbers player wins $35,000 using grandmother’s numbers
Source: Rhode Island Lottery A woman from New Bedford claimed seven separate winning Numbers tickets for the December 12, 2023, Midday drawing. Each ticket had a $1 4-digit straight bet winning $5,000 each, for $35,000. The winner shared that she played the numbers her late grandmother used to play, 2 7 3 1. She said […]
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CCRI’s Newport Campus to host a free FAFSA event to assist new and returning students with filing for Financial Aid
Source: CCRI In response to the U.S. Department of Education’s bumpy rollout of the revamped Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI) is hosting several free, in-person FAFSA completion assistance events, including at the Newport Campus and Conexion Latina: 2-6 pm, Thursday, April 18: Newport Campus 3-6 pm, […]
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The America’s Cup Hall of Fame to induct Josh Belsky, Bob Fisher, Kevin Shoebridge, and Juan Vila
Source: America’s Cup Hall of Fame The Herreshoff Marine Museum / America’s Cup Hall of Fame welcomes Josh Belsky, Bob Fisher, Kevin Shoebridge, and Juan Vila as Class of 2024 inductees of the America’s Cup Hall of Fame. They will be honored on October 14, 2024, at the America’s Cup Hall of Fame Induction gala at the Maritime Museum of Barcelona in Barcelona, Spain. […]
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Many Middletown residents and businesses can expect a 2% tax increase in Fiscal 2025
Source: Town of Middletown Many Middletown residents and business owners are looking at 2 percent increase in their Fiscal 2025 tax bills. According to proposed figures rolled out for the first time Monday night to the Town Council, the median homeowner can expect to pay $100 more in taxes in the upcoming fiscal year compared […]
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Author Susan Eisenhower, a granddaughter of President Eisenhower, will speak at Salve Regina University commencement
Renowned author, scholar and policy analyst Susan Eisenhower will present Salve Regina’s Commencement address and receive an honorary degree as a member of the Class of 2024 at the University’s 74th Commencement on Sunday, May 19. Her most recent book, “How Ike Led: The Principles Behind Eisenhower’s Biggest Decisions,” has received critical acclaim nationally and […]
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Ride Island releases briefing book before East Main Road public hearing
In response to questions posed by Middletown Town Councilors and members of the public, a Briefing Book titled “East Main Road Road Diet” has been released in advance of a Public Hearing called by the Middletown Town Council for tomorrow, Monday, April 15th, 2024, 6:30 pm at Middletown Town Hall, 350 East Main Road, Middletown, […]
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Jackson Lee leads Rhode Island FC to second-consecutive shutout
Rhode Island FC extended its shutout streak to two matches on Saturday at Beirne Stadium as the Ocean State club battled to its second-consecutive 0-0 draw at home vs. Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC. Goalkeeper Jackson Lee continued to impress in his third-straight start, making three key saves on the way to his second professional clean sheet and […]
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The Guild Brewing Company and Rhode Island FC team up on new beer release
On Friday, April 12, The Guild Brewing Company, Rhode Island’s largest craft brewery with locations in Pawtucket, Providence and Warren, unveiled a limited release of RIFC Pale Ale, a special collaboration beer with Rhode Island FC. The Official Craft Beer of Rhode Island FC, The Guild Brewing Company brings its award-winning taste to Beirne Stadium, the temporary home […]
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Ben & Jerry’s to host Free Cone Day on April 16
Ben & Jerry’s is throwing its annual Free Cone Day celebration on April 16, but this time, the ice cream maker is including a call to action. While any day free ice cream is involved is a win, the Ben & Jerry’s team behind the annual fan appreciation event, now well past its 40th year, […]
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U.S. Naval War College hosts 14th Flag and Executive Leader Implementation Course
By Leisa Premdas, U.S. Naval War College Public Affairs The U.S. Naval War College’s (NWC) College of Leadership and Ethics (CLE) hosted the 14th iteration of its Flag and Executive Leader Implementation Course (FELIX), a series providing naval leaders with problem-solving best practices to accelerate warfighting advantage, onboard Naval Station Newport, April 10-12. FELIX-14 brought […]
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Providence Warwick CVB reports $10 million direct spend spike as meetings and conventions business grows
The Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau (PWCVB) shared its latest report showing a direct spend of more than $23 million from March and April events alone booked by the PWCVB and its subsidiary, the Rhode Island Sports Commission. These findings show a continued growth in business events and sports-related travel, resulting in a greater […]
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Island-wide water main flushing will take place April 14 – May 2
As part of the Newport Water Division’s ongoing maintenance of the water distribution system, a water main flushing program in designated areas will begin during evening hours beginning Sunday, April 14, 2024 and ending May 2, 2024. To minimize impacts to our customers, flushing crews will begin at 8:00 p.m. and continue until 4:00 a.m. […]
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Rep. Carson urges parents of students with IEPs, 504 plans to consider new state resource
STATE HOUSE – Parents frustrated by the process of advocating for their student’s needs through their individualized education plan (IEP) or 504 plan have a new resource, thanks in part to work by Rep. Lauren Carson. The Department of Education now offers impartial facilitators who can help prevent and resolve conflict during the IEP/504 meeting […]
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Newport Mental Health will host Annual Golf Tournament on June 17 at The Aquidneck Club
Newport Mental Health announced today that its 9th Annual Golf Tournament, “Drive for Mental Health,” returns to The Aquidneck Club on June 17, 2024. This is a rare opportunity to play the private, links-style championship course designed by Donald Steel. The par 71 course is located in Portsmouth and offers breathtaking views of upper Narragansett […]
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Potter League for Animals assists in rescue efforts for ten dogs from large-scale Pawtucket hoarding case
The Potter League for Animals, known for its compassionate approach to animal welfare, has stepped in to aid Pawtucket Animal Control in the aftermath of a significant hoarding case on Senate Street. On Thursday, April 11, 2024, ten dogs were safely transported from the Pawtucket Animal Shelter and entrusted to the care of the Potter […]
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Mount Hope Bridge will see major updates thanks to new federal funding
The picturesque Mount Hope Bridge between Bristol and Portsmouth will soon see major updates thanks to new federal funding. In an effort to ensure the safety of the Mount Hope Bridge and save taxpayers money in repairs down the road, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse today hailed a new $17 million Promoting Resilient […]
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RIPTA to hold a community meeting at URI Kingston Campus on revised proposed service changes
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) will hold a community meeting on revised proposed service changes on Friday, April 19 from 12pm to 2pm at the University of Rhode Island Memorial Student Union in Kingston. This community meeting is in addition to the public hearings scheduled for Monday, April 15 in West Warwick and […]
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Town of Middletown hosting inaugural Earth Day Art Contest
The Town of Middletown is sponsoring its inaugural Earth Day Art Contest as a way of promoting the beauty of Middletown and celebrating nature. Held in conjunction with the Governor’s campaign to Keep Rhody Litter Free, this art contest seeks to raise awareness of everyone’s responsibility to preserve natural resources and to commit to cleaning […]
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CCRI celebrates graduation of first cohorts of Rhode Island’s first Offshore Wind Safety Training Center
Thirty-nine local residents are the first to complete the Global Wind Organisation (GWO)-certified Basic Safety Training curriculum at the state’s only offshore wind safety training center and are prepared to continue building fulfilling careers in America’s fast-growing offshore wind sector. Located at the Community College of Rhode Island’s Lincoln Campus, the GWO-certified training facility is […]
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Rep. Magaziner passes first bill through committee
The Homeland Security Committee today passed U.S. Representative Seth Magaziner’s (RI-02) bipartisan legislation H.R.7439 – Strengthening State and Local Efforts to Combat Transnational Repression Act to crack down on coercive tactics by repressive foreign nations to forcibly silence political dissidents living in the United States. Rep. Magaziner, who serves as Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Counterterrorism, Law Enforcement, and […]
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Daffy fun to be had at Miantonomi Park on April 14
Newport’s Miantonomi Park is now bursting into a vibrant sea of yellow as over 38,000 daffodils bloom for the first time. To celebrate their arrival, the entire Newport community is invited to “head north” this Sunday, April 14, for an afternoon of daffy, delirious, and delicious fun. The festivities kick off at noon at the north […]
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Rhode Island Foundation inviting Newport County residents to share input at a free community dinner
The Rhode Island Foundation is inviting Newport County residents to share their thoughts about the issues that are important to them at a free community dinner Tues., April 16. “We want to hear what matters most to you. Sharing your perspective will help guide the Foundation’s grantmaking, community engagement and more,” said David N. Cicilline, […]