Portsmouth, RI – Common Fence Music will present the Accidentals in a free online concert on Sunday, July 19 at 7 PM. All tips go to the performers and a link will be provided at commonfencemusic.org at showtime. The Accidentals are a female fronted power trio that formed in Traverse City Michigan. Savannah Buist, Katie Larson and […]
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State, RI beach communities announce coordinated parking enforcement effort this weekend
Source: Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management PROVIDENCE – Despite parking restrictions meant to limit crowds and allow for adequate physical distancing on the sand, Rhode Island’s eight state beaches experienced a 79% increase in visitors in June 2020 (340,000 visitors) over June 2019 (190,000 visitors). Among other consequences, this has caused many beachgoers to […]
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Island Moving Company to host a virtual gala on August 21
Island Moving Company (IMC), Newport’s resident, professional, contemporary ballet company announced plans today for its annual Nuit Blanche benefit to be reimagined as a virtual gala garden party like no other! The event is scheduled to take place on Friday, August 21 at 7:00pm. The Gala will run approximately 45 minutes and be made available […]
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RIDOH recommends closing Easton’s Beach and Third Beach for swimming due to high bacteria levels
The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) recommends closing Easton’s Beach in Newport and Third Beach in Middletown for swimming because of high bacteria levels. Historically, beach closures in Rhode Island have been closely tied to precipitation. Stormwater runoff from roads, parking lots, and other impervious surfaces transports contamination (including bacteria) to our fresh and […]
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Norman Bird Sanctuary to host Beach Bash Series at Third Beach
Middletown, RI – Norman Bird Sanctuary adds more to their calendar for Summer 2020, announcing the Beach Bash Series taking place every other Tuesday starting July 21 at Third Beach. The popular annual summer event has been reimagined as a series of smaller gatherings, offering the community four opportunities to spend an evening on the […]
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Rhode Island Slave History Medallions to install medallion on Bowen’s Wharf
On Thursday, July 23rd, Rhode Island Slave History Medallions (RISHM) will be installing a medallion on Bowen’s Wharf, in partnership with Bowen’s Wharf Company. A small installation ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. near one of the wharf’s original historic buildings, formerly known as the Stevens Ship Chandlery (now Sail Loft), which is registered with the […]
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Rhode Island joins forces with 14 states to accelerate bus and truck electrification
The Department of Environmental Management (DEM) today announced that Rhode Island is one of 15 states and the District of Columbia pledging to work collaboratively to advance and accelerate the market for medium- and heavy-duty electric vehicles including large pickup trucks and vans, delivery and box trucks, school and transit buses, and long-haul delivery trucks (big-rigs). […]
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Public advised to avoid contact with the water in Tiverton’s Stafford Pond due to blue-green algae bloom
The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) are advising the public to avoid contact with the water in Stafford Pond in Tiverton. This advisory is being issued because high levels of blue-green algae, also known as cyanobacteria, have been detected in the pond. Contact with water […]
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Rhode Island to launch expanded serology testing effort
Governor Gina Raimondo and the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) today announced that RIDOH will be coordinating a second, expanded round of serology testing in the coming weeks to better understand the prevalence of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) among people in certain high-contact professions in Rhode Island. This effort is in collaboration with the […]
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Ten CCRI Student-Athletes named NJCAA Academic All-Americans
Warwick, RI – The Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI) announced today that ten student-athletes from their school have qualified as National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Academic All-Americans for the 2019-20 academic year. The NJCAA Academic Student-Athlete Awards honor individuals for their achievements in the classroom. The awards are based on grade point average; […]
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Sections of Green End Avenue closed for repairs until July 17
Heavy rains on Tuesday, July 14, damaged sections of Green End Avenue from the intersection with Aquidneck Avenue to Valley Road, and from Valley Road to the intersection with Miantonomi Avenue. The Middletown Department of Public Works has closed the two sections of Green End Avenue to through traffic until Friday, July 17, in order […]
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Indian Avenue home sells for $3.2 million
Lila Delman Real Estate today announced the sale of ‘Daisyfield’, 315 Indian Avenue for $3,200,000. The property sold $205,000 above its last asking price. Eric Kirton, Lila Delman Associate Broker, represented the seller while Kristin Parella, Lila Delman Sales Associate and Christie’s Luxury Specialist, represented the buyer. According to data maintained by the Rhode […]
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Lt. Governor McKee proposes framework for small business-friendly grant program
In a letter to the Rhode Island Commerce Corporation Advisors on Business Restoration, Lt. Governor Dan McKee proposed framework for a Small Business-Friendly Grant Program using a minimum of 10 percent of Rhode Island’s $1.25 billion CARES Act funds to assist small businesses across the state. The Advisors on Business Restoration met virtually on Monday evening […]
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Newport Music Festival reignites 52nd season on July 30 with a virtual bicoastal celebration
On July 30, “A Bicoastal Celebration to Benefit the Newport Music Festival featuring ‘From Broadway to Hollywood—Live with Richard Glazier’” will commence the legendary Festival’s 52nd Season. The live-streamed event hosted by award-winning pianist, narrator, and documentary filmmaker Richard Glazier will feature friends of the Festival, including world-renowned violinist Joshua Bell; television, film and stage actress, singer, producer, and author Lorna […]
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Representative Cortvriend to co-host screening of ‘Dark Waters’ expert panel discussion
Today, Representative Terri-Denise Cortvriend announced she will be co-hosting a Virtual Screening of the Dark Waters and expert panel discussion. Dark Waters is a chilling tale of one lawyer’s fight for a community poisoned by PFAS chemicals. Participants have five (5) days to watch the DARK WATERS film at home for free before the panel […]
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Ballot order set for Newport City Council Primary
The lottery for Newport’s City Council Primary ballot placement was conducted this morning. By random drawing, here is the ballot order for the primary on September 8, 2020: CITY COUNCIL WARD 3 (Vote for 1) Kathryn E. LeonardRachel S. HusseyPaul E. Marshall CITY COUNCIL AT LARGE (Vote for Up to 4) Jamie P. BovaJustin S. […]
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Drowning victim recovered off Scarborough State Beach
The Department of Environmental Management announced this morning that at around 7 AM, a US Coast Guard helicopter located the body of a swimmer who went missing last night about a half-mile off Scarborough State Beach in Narragansett. The victim, Matthew Smith, 64, of Fitchburg, MA, drowned. Narragansett Police and Fire received a 911 call […]
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International Tennis Hall of Fame launches “Your Name in the Hall of Fame” fundraising campaign
By International Tennis Hall Of Fame The International Tennis Hall of Fame is inviting tennis fans around the globe to come together in support of the sport even while staying socially distant through a new fundraising campaign designed to commemorate this momentous pause in tennis history and support the non-profit organization’s programs to preserve, celebrate, […]
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Aquidneck Community Table serves up a challenge grant
An exciting opportunity to expand access to locally-grown food is on the table, that is, through Aquidneck Community Table (ACT), a known leader in the local food marketplace. A generous challenge grant from an anonymous donor stipulates that every gift made before August 15, 2020, will be matched, dollar for dollar, up to $25,000. ACT […]
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VIDEO: Navy Officer Candidate School (OCS) Graduation
Newport, RI – Navy Officer Candidate School (OCS) Graduation on July 9, 2020, at Naval Station Newport.
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FirstWorks to Offer Virtual Summer Camps in Dance and Theatre
As part of their continued commitment to the arts and in an effort to provide summer learning to youth throughout the state, FirstWorks is offering two virtual summer camp options for students in Rhode Island public schools. Registration is required. Virtual Dance Camp: July 20-24, 2020, 10:00-11:30AM online. (Grades 3-8) Summer Moves Dance Camp includes […]
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In light of ruling, Sen. Euer and Rep. Kazarian call for passage of RI law protecting birth control coverage
Providence, RI – The sponsors of legislation to protect access to birth control in Rhode Island railed against today’s Supreme Court decision allowing some employers to claim a religious or moral objection to opt-out of providing coverage. The Supreme Court today issued a 7-2 decision siding with the Trump administration, saying the administration acted within […]
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Man wanted for murder in Maryland arrested In Newport
Newport, RI – A man wanted for murder in Maryland was arrested Tuesday in Newport, according to officials. CBS Baltimore with the full story – Man Wanted For Murder In Maryland Arrested In Newport, Rhode Island
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Home on Almy Pond sells for $2.95 million
Newport, RI – Hogan Associates today announced the recent sale of 6 Casey Court in Newport for $2,950,000. Matt Hadfield of Hogan Associates represented the Seller and Elizabeth Enochs of Benchmark Associates, Inc. represented the Buyer. The 3,900 s.f. shingle style home enjoys a stunning location on Almy Pond just a short walk from Bailey’s […]
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Newport resident releases her first memoir, ‘The Language of Time’
Newport, RI – Newport resident Ashley Bendiksen this week announced the release of her debut first memoir, The Language of Time. The book is described as a powerful, moving, and honest account of one daughter’s sudden and unplanned journey as a caregiver. It combines journal entries, transcribed conversations, and vivid storytelling that will make you […]