via HealthSourceRI HealthSource RI offers a Special Enrollment Period (SEP) for Rhode Islanders experiencing life changes, such as getting married, having a baby, moving to RI, or losing/changing jobs.We want to remind Rhode Islanders that loss of health coverage is a qualifying event which allows enrollment through HealthSource RI. For Rhode Islanders who are also […]
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Rhode Island nonprofits can apply for $4 million in aid to respond to COVID-19 crisis
The Rhode Island Foundation and United Way of Rhode Island announced today that they are offering local nonprofit organizations on the front-lines of COVID-19 response more than $4 million in aid through the COVID-19 Response Fund. According to The Rhode Island Foundation, COVID-19 Response Fund grants will be awarded to support nonprofit organizations providing direct assistance […]
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Aquidneck Growers Market closed on Saturday
If visiting the Aquidneck Growers Market on Saturday mornings is part of your Saturday morning routine, you’re not going to enjoy this news. Aquidneck Community Table (ACT) has announced that “due to the City of Newport’s COVID 19 management concerns, the market location at Easton’s Beach has been closed in response to the Governor’s restrictions […]
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Middletown to conduct wellness checks on seniors; announces plans for meal distribution to seniors, families with children
The following information has been provided by the Town of Middletown. Middletown –The Town of Middletown will be contacting senior Middletown residents as part of their emergency operations during the Coronavirus health scare. Volunteers will be calling residents age 65 and above to confirm that they are well and to identify anyone who may need assistance with meals […]
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Salve Regina University: Remote learning for all students until end of spring semester, commencement postponed
Salve Regina University students will not return to campus this spring, commencement has been postponed, and Senior Week activities have been cancelled. Kelli Armstrong, President of Salve Regina University, shared the following message with students, faculty, and the community on Friday; March 20 – To the Salve Regina community: Message from the President Dear Salve […]
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Child & Family Update: Coronavirus (COVID-19) information for our community members
What’s Up Newp is passing on the following information to our readers on behalf of Child & Family.
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Local Gyms & Studios Offering Virtual Sweat Options
Going stir crazy yet? We are. But movement helps. Though many of our favorite local gyms and fitness studios have temporarily closed at the urging of state officials, they’re using technology to get creative with “socially distant” workouts. We reached out to some of our favorite local fitness leaders and put together this round-up of […]
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RIDOT: Pell Bridge ramps final Environmental Assessment available for review through April 18th
The Rhode Island Department of Transportation has provided the following update regarding the Pell Bridge ramp realignment project. Rhode Island Department of Transportation Notice of Availability Of the Environmental Assessment For the Reconstruction of The Pell Bridge approaches Newport, RI Per 23 CFR 771.119(h), the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT), in conjunction with the […]
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Rescue Me: 5 pets in need of loving homes this week
If you’ve been considering giving a dog, cat or other companion animal a “furever home” – now’s the time. The Potter League could use your help as as they cut back on hours and staffing amid the COVID-19 crisis. The Potter League is looking for volunteers for temporary fostering as well as regular adoptions. See […]
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Newport Pell Bridge Deck Rehabilitation Project to resume on Monday
RITBA has announced the following. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA) would like to remind motorists that beginning Monday, March 23rd, the significant structural rehabilitation project with permanent lane closures will resume on the Newport Pell Bridge. RITBA will continue its rehabilitation of approximately 4,500 feet of the bridge deck over the next nine […]
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National Grid implements additional actions to protect customers, employees during COVID-19
via National Grid National Grid has implemented additional steps to protect customers and employees during the COVID-19 pandemic while continuing to ensure the safe, reliable delivery of electricity and natural gas across its Massachusetts, New York and Rhode Island service areas. The Company’s employees will continue to focus on delivering essential customer services, while temporarily […]
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RITBA: Keeping the Newport Pell Bridge safe
The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority shared the following information with email subscribers today. What’s Up Newp thought it was relevant and important enough to reshare with our readers. The ongoing Newport Pell Bridge Roadway Deck Rehabilitation Project will resume at the end of March with phase one kicking off a new season of improvements. […]
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Newport Mental Health remains open
Newport Mental Health announced today that they will remain open during the Coronavirus pandemic and is working with state officials to implement telehealth consultations for therapy sessions via audio or video communication. “Newport Mental Health remains a frontline healthcare provider. We need everyone to know we’re open. We just ask that they call first. Our […]
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Newport Public Schools: Chromebooks available to all grade 3-8 students that need them, will be issued on Thursday and Friday
The following press release was received from Marcin Rembisz, Communications Coordinator/Secretary for Newport Public Schools, this evening. PRESS RELEASE For Tuesday, March 17 and Wednesday, March 18th Dear Newport Public School Families, On Thursday and Friday of this week, Chromebooks will be issued to all grade 2-8 students that do not have access to a device to […]
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Governor, DOH announce that several local and national organizations are offering free services to Rhode Islanders
via RIDOH Governor Gina M. Raimondo and Director of Health Nicole Alexander-Scott, MD, MPH today announced that several local and national organizations are offering free services to Rhode Islanders during the coronavirus public health crisis. The Rhode Island Foundation and United Way of Rhode Island have launched a fund to support local nonprofit organizations on the front line of […]
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DMV limits service to Cranston office through March 31
via Department of Revenue DMV satellite offices in Middletown, Wakefield, Warren, Westerly and Woonsocket are closed through at least Friday, March 20. All licensing road tests are cancelled for this week. The Cranston DMV has halted services for personal driver licenses, state IDs, and registration services through Friday, March 20. The DMV has extended driver […]
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State Services, public meetings moving to online and phone only; Rhode Islanders encouraged to avoid DMV
via Department Of Health Governor Gina M. Raimondo and Director of Health Nicole Alexander-Scott, MD, MPH today announced that customer-facing services at the Rhode Island Department of Human Services (DHS), Department of Labor and Training (DLT), and HealthSource RI will be moving to online and telephone-only services until further notice. This includes all new applications, […]
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Norman Bird Sanctuary hiking trails to remain open with modified check-In
In light of coronavirus developments, Norman Bird Sanctuary announced on Monday that their 7 miles of hiking trails will remain open to the public with a modified check-in process. The nonprofit wildlife sanctuary in Middletown is committed to providing the community with opportunities to spend time outside in nature. To reduce person-to-person contact, Norman Bird […]
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Stop & Shop announces reduced hours, special shopping times to accommodate and protect older customers
In order to allow more time for our associates to unload deliveries, stock shelves, and better serve our customers throughout the day, Stop & Shop announced today that they have adjusted store hours of operation to 7:30 am – 8:00 pm at most stores beginning Monday, March 16. All locations on Aquidneck Island will follow […]
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A Message from DHS Director Courtney E. Hawkins regarding DHS Measures for COVID-19
As news about the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) continues to develop, I want to share with you the steps we are taking at the RI Department of Human Services to prepare and keep you connected to the services and benefits you need. I want to stress that the health and safety of our customers and employees […]
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Newport Daffodil Days Festival canceled
Although 1,200,000 daffodils are starting to pop up all over town, the 7th Annual Newport Daffodil Days Festival, originally scheduled for April 24-May 3, has been cancelled due to the Covid-19 outbreak. “We’d like to thank all our sponsors and volunteers who were preparing for and anticipating the Festival. Just like the daffodils, we’ll be back […]
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Newport Public Schools update (March 15)
Newport Public Schools posted the following update on Facebook on Sunday evening. One of the most important things to note is, “Beginning Monday, March 16th, Grab and Go meals for lunch and breakfast will be available and will run Monday-Friday from 12-1 at Pell Elementary School and 12:30-1:30 at the Martin Luther King Center throughout […]
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Newport Mansions closed to visitation, starting Monday
The Preservation Society of Newport County announced today that the Newport Mansions will be closed to visitation, starting Monday. All CDC advisories regarding COVID-19 will be closely monitored during the next two weeks, and a decision on the feasibility of re-opening the houses will be carefully assessed on March 29. The program schedule is also […]
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Mayor’s statement on the coronavirus response – March 15
Mayor Jamie Bova shared the following update to her email subscribers on Sunday; The COVID-19 response is continually evolving. Please do your part to help by staying home. Public health and safety is this Council’s top priority. In the immediate future, this means doing everything possible to “flatten the curve” and limit the spread of […]
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VIDEO: Governor Raimondo update on Rhode Island’s response to COVID-19 (March 15)
Rhode Island Department of Health and Governor Raimondo gave an update on Rhode Island’s response to Coronavirus (COVID-19) at the Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency today. Of note, the Governor reported that the number of Rhode Islanders tested positive for coronavirus disease (COVID-19) remains at twenty. The number did not increase overnight, but she does […]