Newport City Council will host their next Regular City Council Meeting on Wednesday, November 8, 2023. The meeting, which is set to begin at 6:30 pm, will take place in the Council Chamber at Newport City Hall. Here’s a look at what’s on the agenda; CITY OF NEWPORT DOCKET FOR THE […]
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BankNewport’s “Kind Heart Warm Soles” drive collects over 1,800 new pairs of socks for Rhode Island’s unhoused population
As part of its All In Giving program, BankNewport is pleased to announce that its “Kind Heart Warm Soles” drive to benefit organizations serving Rhode Island’s unhoused population resulted in the collection of over 1,800 pairs of new adult and children’s socks from its employees and members of the community who made donations at BankNewport’s 19 branch locations around Rhode Island […]
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Letter: Follow Our Forebears – School Bond is the right investment for Middletown’s future
I have lived in Middletown full-time since retiring as a U.S. diplomat after 36 years of service, most of it abroad. As a diplomat, I proudly explained to foreign audiences that in America, the backbone of our society is our communities, which are responsible for our public schools, fire and police, roads and utilities, and […]
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Theatre Review: ‘The Book of Mormon’ at PPAC is outrageously funny and so very irreverent
The Tony Award-winning “The Book of Mormon” is back in Providence. If you haven’t seen it yet, here’s what you need to know. The show was created by Trey Parker and Matt Stone, the team behind “South Park.” With that in mind, the watch word is “irreverent.” Soooo irreverent, and sooooo funny. I was grinning […]
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newportFILM Cinematography Lab a success for New England-based emerging filmmakers
Submitted by newportFILM newportFILM celebrates another successful Cinematography Lab, held Oct. 22-22 at the Norman Bird Sanctuary in Middletown, R.I. The Lab provides creative support and mentorship to emerging documentary cinematographers positioned to have lasting impact within the industry. New this year, newportIFLM focused on cultivating New England-based filmmakers, creating a dedicated platform to amplify regional talent […]
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Newport police report for Oct. 31 – Nov. 1
Here’s a look at the Newport Police Department arrest and dispatch logs for Tuesday, October 31 through 7 am on Wednesday, November 1. What’sUpNewp has edited the arrest log to withhold home address information. All persons arrested or cited are presumed innocent until convicted in a court of law. ARREST LOG At 12:45 pm on […]
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Tickets are now on sale for the 44th U.S. Senior Open at Newport Country Club
Fans will have the opportunity to witness some of golf’s greatest players as daily tickets are now on sale for the 2024 U.S. Senior Open Championship. The 44th edition of the championship, conducted by the United States Golf Association (USGA), will be hosted for the first time at Newport Country Club., on June 26-30, 2024. […]
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Home on Winslow Road in Little Compton sells for $2.5 million
Residential Properties Ltd. today announced the sale of 1 Winslow Road in Little Compton for $2.5 million. RPL Sales Associate Jain Cern of our Little Compton office represented the seller as the listing agent in this transaction. According to State-Wide MLS data, this is the highest sale of any kind in Little Compton in 2023 […]
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Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey – The Greatest Show On Earth is returning to Providence
Feld Entertainment®, the worldwide leader in live entertainment experiences, is excited to welcome Children of All Ages© to the highly anticipated North American tour of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® The Greatest Show On Earth®. The immersive, live, family entertainment experience is unlike anything audiences have ever seen, filled with incredible feats that push the limits of human […]
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November 1 marks the beginning of the annual Open Enrollment period for Rhode Island’s health insurance marketplace
Governor Dan McKee and HealthSource RI today announced that November 1 marks the beginning of the annual Open Enrollment period for Rhode Island’s health insurance marketplace, HealthSource RI (HSRI). From now through January 31, 2024, individuals and families can enroll in, change or renew their health and dental coverage at HealthSourceRI.com/OE or by calling 1-855-840-HSRI (1-855-840-4774). “Rhode […]
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Letter: An opportunity missed is an opportunity lost
In 2022 the majority of the Middletown Town Council supported the concept of regionalization and put to the voters a $235,000,000 Bond to build a new Middle/High School and one large Elementary school. That prospect had a reimbursement rate from the RI Department of Education (RIDE) of up to 80.5% and other significant financial incentives […]
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WUN Interview and Ticket Giveaway: Marc Roberge of O.A.R., playing Jane Pickens November 8
A rare unplugged-style show is coming to the Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center, and thanks to Spectacle Live, we’ve got a pair of tickets and a “meet and greet” opportunity to the show. To enter to see Marc Roberge, e-mail Ken Abrams at mrabrams11@gmail.com by Friday, November 3 at 5PM. Two sets of winners […]
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Paid metered parking season comes to a close in Newport
Parking at a meter in Newport is free beginning today, Wednesday, November 1, 2023 In 2023, the paid metered parking season ran from May 1 through October 31. Through April 30, 2024, there is no fee for parking at meters but a 3-hour limit remains in effect daily. Newport Police Department and their Parking Division […]
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Letter: Concerned Neighbors Group has no solutions
To the Middletown Residents: I listened to the recent Concerned Neighbors Group (Audrey Macleod-Pfeiffer and Terri Flynn interview) on the local Bruce Newbury “Talk of the Town” radio show about the Middletown School Bond issue. I was impressed by the volume of misinformation, inaccurate information and outright disregard for the facts that were able to […]
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Newport police report for Oct. 30 – 31
Here’s a look at the Newport Police Department arrest and dispatch logs for Monday, October 30 through 7 am on Tuesday, October 31. What’sUpNewp has edited the arrest log to withhold home address information. All persons arrested or cited are presumed innocent until convicted in a court of law. ARREST LOG At 2:25 am on […]
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Letter – Let’s make our choice with care and consideration for the future we envision for Middletown
Dear Editor, As residents of Middletown, we have a significant decision to make on November 7th regarding the proposed $190 million school bond. It’s imperative that we fully understand the scope of this project, the potential benefits, and the impact on our community. The proposed project encompasses several vital components, including the construction of a […]
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Newport County Real Estate Report – What Sold Last Week: Oct. 23 – 27
In Newport County, the real estate market remains active even with limited inventory currently available and the highest interest rates we have seen in two decades. Life changes and the demand for homes in these communities are continuing to spin the wheel. Here’s a rundown of the noteworthy sales: HERE’S A LOOK AT WHAT SOLD […]
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Newport in Bloom enhances Miantonomi Park with thousands of dazzling daffodils
With the help of the city’s crew and its bulb planting machine, a huge field of daffodil bulbs has been planted in Miantonomi Memorial Park. This planting was a cooperative effort among Newport in Bloom, the City of Newport, and the reNEWPORT Community Group. The bulbs were a gift to Newport in Bloom from Jane Timken and Dwight and Susan Sipprelle. “For too […]
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Best-performing Rhode Island stocks last week
Stacker compiled a list of the best-performing stocks in Rhode Island last week using data from IEX Cloud. Stocks are ranked by the highest percent price change from Oct. 20 to Oct. 27. Stocks headquartered in Rhode Island, listed on the Russell 3000 membership list, and a market cap over $5.0 billion on April 14th […]
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How gas prices have changed in Providence in the last week
Gasoline prices continue to fall for drivers around the country despite warnings from the World Bank this week that the conflict in the Middle East could soon reverse the trend. The average cost for a gallon of gas fell about 5 cents over the past week and 33 cents over the past month. The price […]
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RIDOH: Tips for a healthy and safe Halloween
The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is reminding Rhode Islanders about Halloween safety precautions. Halloween street smarts Always accompany young children on their trick-or-treating rounds. Research shows that evenings from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. are the riskiest times of day for child pedestrians. If your older children are trick-or-treating without you, plan and review a […]
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Comic – Sour Grapes: Catch
Here’s this week’s Sour Grapes, enjoy! If you’re heading to Rhode Island Comiccon this weekend, be sure to stop by and say hello to Tim at the National Cartoonists Society booth.
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Director of the Institute of Museum and Library Services tours Newport Historical Society’s Resource Center
As the leading champion of public libraries in the U.S. Senate, U.S. Senator Jack Reed today hosted the director of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), Crosby Kemper in Rhode Island. Director Kemper joined Senator Reed on Monday morning for a meeting with chief officers of state libraries from across the nation, including […]
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Greenvale Vineyards will host its 24th Annual Harvest Festival on Nov. 4
Greenvale Vineyards will host its 24th Annual Harvest Festival from 1 to 4 p.m. with extended music to 6 p.m., Saturday, November 4. Festivities include tractor rides throughout the historic farm’s vineyards, a photo booth, tours of the new winery, plus an artisan market and food provided by Aquidneck Island Oyster Co., Bellevue Boards, Newport […]
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Newport rolls out the gilded carpet on Thursdays in November for holiday shopping, socializing, and giving back
Newport has long had the reputation of going dark after boats leave the harbor and before the calendar year turns. Late in the year, the waterfront city’s lively shops, restaurants, hotels, and bars transition to a quieter schedule. This November promises to be different! This year, more than 80 of the city’s stores, restaurants, and […]