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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RECAP & VIDEO: Newport City Council Meeting – July 8
Newport City Council hosted a Council Meeting on Wednesday in person for the first time since March. The meeting was open to the public via Zoom and by phone. This story is being updated throughout the meeting, refresh for updates. 1.CONSENT CALENDAR (THE CONSENT CALENDAR IS APPROVED IN ITS ENTIRETY UNLESS THE COUNCIL REMOVES AN […]
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VIDEO & RECAP: Governor’s COVID-19 Briefing – July 8 at 1 pm
Providence, RI – Governor Gina Raimondo and the Rhode Island Department of Health provided an update on COVID-19 in Rhode Island during a press briefing at 1 pm on Wednesday, July 8th. What’s Up Newp will carry it live, and provide updates, below. Gov: Next press briefing will take place on Friday at 1 pm […]
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Representative Cortvriend to host special guests during upcoming ‘Talks with Terri’ virtual events
Today, Representative Terri-Denise Cortvriend (District 72 – Middletown, Portsmouth) announced special guests will join her for her upcoming 28th, 29th, and 30th “Talks with Terri” public event series. Since taking office, Terri has made herself available to her constituents with her monthly “Talks with Terri”, with questions from attendees welcomed. Rep Cortvriend was recently ranked […]
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Operation Safe Summer: Police in Middletown, Portsmouth announce effort to combat speeding and reckless driving
Portsmouth and Middletown Police yesterday announced a coordinated effort by both agencies to combat speeding and reckless operation of motor vehicles on the roadways of Middletown and Portsmouth. The effort will be a highly visible and coordinated approach to traffic safety.
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Influencing the Influencers
As a member of the state Senate or state House of Representatives winning not only your election, but one of the coveted leadership positions can be quite lucrative. A review of several legislators, particularly those in leadership positions, shows that those with increased influence are rewarded mightily by those who covet that influence. We looked […]
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Agenda for Middletown Town Council Meeting on July 6th
ALL SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION TO AGENDA ITEMS ARE ON CLERKBASE THROUGH THE TOWN OF MIDDLETOWN WEBSITE https://clerkshq.com/Middletown-ri POSTED – JULY 1, 2020 REGULAR MEETING JULY 6, 2020 TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF MIDDLETOWN, RHODE ISLAND The following items of business, having been filed with the Town Clerk under the Rules of the Council, will come before […]
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City of Newport stepping up social distancing measures at Easton’s Beach
By City of Newport The City of Newport is advising beachgoers ahead of the Fourth of July weekend to follow all City and State guidelines when visiting Easton’s Beach and will be paying particular attention to individuals who are not wearing face coverings while in public. With favorable weather forecast for the holiday weekend, the […]
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Governor Raimondo announces plan to expand home-based care options
Providence, RI – Governor Gina Raimondo today announced a plan to expand home-based care options in Rhode Island as the state continues to grapple with the spread of COVID-19 in congregate living facilities. Before COVID-19, 61% of the state’s long-term care recipients lived in nursing facilities, which have struggled to contain the spread and impact […]
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Video & Recap: Governor Raimondo’s COVID-19 Briefing | July 1
Governor Gina Raimondo and the Rhode Island Department of Health hosted a press briefing to provide an update on COVID-19 in Rhode Island at 1 pm on Wednesday, July 1st. RIDOH reports today 27 new positive cases of COVID-19 (total now 16,853), 6 new associated fatalities (total now 956), 69 people are currently hospitalized (11 […]
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Chris Semonelli announces candidacy for House District 72
Middletown resident Chris Semonelli today shared the following announcement regarding his intent to run for Rhode Island House of Representatives District 72. The seat is currently held by Terri-Denise Cortvriend, who is seeking re-election. Republican Kenneth Mendonca also declared his candidacy for the seat. Semonelli’s full announcement Chris Semonelli seeks Rhode Island representative district 72 […]
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Visitors to Rhode Island from 20+ states will have to quarantine or be tested beginning Tuesday
A new quarantine order for travelers from more than twenty states comes with the arrival of Phase 3 of Reopening RI on Tuesday. As many states across the country are starting to see a second wave of COVID-19, Governor Raimondo today announced during her press briefing that a quarantine order will begin for travelers on […]
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Governor Raimondo announces Phase 3 of Reopening RI will begin on June 30th
Governor Gina M. Raimondo and Nicole Alexander-Scott, MD, MPH, the Director of the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) provided details today on the state’s response to COVID-19. After announcing that Rhode Island will move into Phase 3 on Tuesday, June 30th, Governor Raimondo laid out the following guidance for Phase 3: Social gatherings: Social gatherings […]
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What’s Up Newp Live Stream: Governor Raimondo, RIDOH press briefing on COVID-19
Governor Gina Raimondo and the Rhode Island Department of Health will host a press briefing to provide an update on COVID-19 in Rhode Island at 1 pm on Monday, June 29th. What’s Up Newp will carry it live below and provide updates as it happens. The Latest Rhode Island Data RIDOH reports today 16 new […]
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Watch & Recap: Newport City Council Meeting | June 24th
Newport City Council hosted a regular monthly meeting tonight at 6:30 p.m. Here’s what was on the agenda and how the votes went; Agenda PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG 1. PUBLIC HEARING: Action Item #5929/20 – RE: Public Hearing – Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Application 2019 (w/accompanying resolution) Council approved motion 7-0 LICENSES AND PERMITS […]
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RIDOH and DEM recommend avoiding contact with Almy Pond
The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) are advising people to avoid contact with Almy Pond in Newport due to a blue-green algae (or cyanobacteria) bloom in the pond. Blue-green algae can produce toxins that can harm humans and animals. People should also be careful not […]
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Paul Marshall announces candidacy for Third Ward seat on Newport City Council
Paul Marshall today announced his candidacy for Newport City Council Third Ward. Marshall provided the following statement to What’s Up Newp on Wednesday, June 24th; Paul Marshall is announcing his campaign for Newport City Third Ward Councilor today. “I am excited to announce my candidacy for the City of Newport’s Third Ward Council Seat in 2020. […]
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Governor Raimondo, DOH to provide COVID-19 update | June 24
Providence, RI – Governor Gina Raimondo and the Rhode Island Department of Health will host a press briefing at 1 pm on Wednesday, June 24th to provide an update on COVID-19 in Rhode Island. What’s Up Newp will carry the press briefing live, and provide updates, live below as it happens. The Latest Rhode Island […]
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Hugo DeAscentis announces candidacy for Newport City Council First Ward
Newport, RI – Lifelong Newport resident Hugo DeAscentis today officially announced his candidacy for the First Ward seat on Newport City Council. DeAscentis provided What’s Up Newp with the following announcement on Wednesday, June 24th; On Monday 6-22-20 I officially filed my declaration of candidacy papers for Newport City Council 1st ward. I am a […]
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Jeanne-Marie Napolitano announces re-election campaign for Newport City Council At-Large
Jeanne-Marie Napolitano today announced that she will see re-election for a Newport City Council At-Large seat. Napolitano provided the following announcement to What’s Up Newp on Tuesday; It has been my honor to serve the citizens of Newport. I am filing for re-election to continue my work on the Council. Newport faces many challenges. I […]
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Meagan Landry announces run for At-Large seat on Newport City Council
Newport, RI – Lifelong Newport resident Meagan Landry today announced her candidacy for Newport City Council At-Large. Landry provided the following announcement to What’s Up Newp My name is Meagan Landry, and I’m excited to run for Newport City Council, At-Large. I’m a 4th generation Newporter, and lifelong resident, who takes great pride in living […]
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Middletown Democratic Town Committee to host ‘Signature Party’ on July 1st
The Middletown Democratic Town Committee today announced that they will be hosting a “Signature Party” on Wednesday July 1st from 4:30 to 6 :30 PM. The Middletown Dems are pleased to offer a safe outdoor venue at the Kempenaar’s Clambake Club located at 323 Valley Road in Middletown for candidates to collect signatures to get […]
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RIDOH reports increase in overdose deaths in first quarter of 2020
Preliminary data indicate that Rhode Island saw a significant increase in accidental drug overdose deaths in the first quarter of 2020, compared to the same period in years past, State officials are announcing today. Although data for January, February, and March of 2020 are still considered provisional, the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) anticipates […]
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Beth Cullen running for Newport City Council At-Large Seat
Newport resident Beth Cullen today announced her candidacy for an At-Large seat on Newport City Council. Cullen’s Full Announcement Beth Cullen, a fourth-generation Newport resident with a long history of community involvement and civic activism, declared her candidacy Monday for a Newport City Council At-Large seat. Cullen is the past president of the Point Association, […]
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Representative Cortvriend will see re-election in District 72
Today, Representative Terri-Denise Cortvriend announced her intention to run for re-election representing District 72 serving Middletown and Portsmouth. More From Her Announcement “I could have never predicted that I would spend the second half of my first term dealing with the many complex challenges brought on by a global pandemic. Covid 19 has put unprecedented […]