A Newport County resident in their 60s is one of two new probable human cases of West Nile Virus (WNV) announced by Rhode Island health officials. The other case involves a Providence County resident in their 50s. These new cases bring the state’s total WNV count to six for the season, with three confirmed and […]
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Daily Digest: Saturday, October 5
Good Morning. It’s Saturday, October 5, and we’re covering Tiverton versus Narragansett High School Football, Rhode Island Ethics Commission’s newest member, Arts Around The Fire, …and more. Have a great weekend! This story originally appeared in our free daily newsletter, Daily Digest. More than 17,000 wake up to Daily Digest in their inbox. Sign up now to join […]
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Newport Principal earns spot on Rhode Island Ethics Commission
Michael Browner Jr., Ph.D., principal of Frank E. Thompson Middle School in Newport, was appointed to the Rhode Island Ethics Commission by Gov. Daniel J. McKee on Friday. Browner has worked in Rhode Island education since 1998, in roles including assistant principal, elementary English language arts teacher, middle school social studies teacher, and adjunct professor […]
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Tiverton Library to host ‘Norman Rockwell Remembered’
Art enthusiasts and community members are invited to a free event, “Norman Rockwell Remembered,” at the Tiverton Public Library (34 Roosevelt Avenue) on Saturday, October 19th at 2:00 pm. The program, presented by Jill Sanford of Art for Your Mind LLC, will offer an engaging and educational exploration of the beloved American artist Norman Rockwell. […]
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Rhode Island Slave History Medallions receives $4,000 legislative grant
Charles Roberts, Founder and Executive Director of Rhode Island Slave History Medallions (RISHM), was recently presented with a $4,000 legislative grant. The grant recognizes the achievements of Roberts and his organization in marking historic slave trading sites in Newport’s Historic Hill district. Representatives Lauren Carson and Marvin L. Abney of the Rhode Island General Assembly […]
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Red and blue R.I. voters take different views on green energy in polling on offshore wind
by Nancy Lavin, Rhode Island CurrentOctober 4, 2024 Political affiliation sways Rhode Islanders opinions on offshore wind far more than how close they live to the coastline, according to a new Rhode Island Current poll. The poll, conducted by MassINC Polling Group with funding from the Knight Election Hub, surveyed 800 likely voters from Sept. […]
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RIDOT announces closures and restrictions in Newport, Tiverton, and Middletown
In Newport County, the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) has announced road and lane closures for the week of October 5-11, 2024. The following closures and notices are effective for the week of October 5-11, 2024, and are weather-dependent subject to change. In Newport, mobile operations will continue at the Pell Bridge approaches with […]
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Obituary: Taylor Flynn
Today, we celebrate the vibrant life of Taylor Madison Flynn, an outstanding artist who graced this world with her creative spirit. Born on April 27, 1994, in Fall River, Ma., Taylor’s journey came to a close on September 30, 2024, at her home in Tiverton, RI. With a passion for art, Halloween, horror movies, tattoos, […]
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Gas prices dip below $3 per gallon in Rhode Island
Gas prices remain at their lowest level in years, on average, as more states are seeing prices below $3 per gallon. “Despite the threat of war and a hurricane season that is still percolating, domestic gasoline prices are edging lower,” AAA spokesperson Andrew Gross said in a statement. Analysts are watching for potential impacts on […]
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PPAC lands $650K grant to restore Mighty Wurlitzer organ
Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) has been awarded a Save America’s Treasures Collection Grant from the National Park Service (NPS) to restore the theater’s historic Mighty Wurlitzer organ. The grant will provide $650,000, which covers approximately half of the project’s cost. PPAC is one of only six organizations in New England and the sole recipient […]
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Newport City Councilor Angela Lima to receive Change Agent Award at RIBBA Gala
Newport City Councilor Angela Lima is set to receive the Change Agent Award at the Rhode Island Black Business Association’s (RIBBA) Annual Awards Gala on Oct. 25. The event, held at the Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick, will celebrate Lima’s transformative contributions to the community. “Councilor Lima is a groundbreaking member of the Newport City Council, serving […]
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On the Market: Explore 28 open house listings in Newport County this weekend (Oct. 5 – 6)
Welcome to this week’s edition of “On the Market,” where we spotlight the latest real estate opportunities featuring public showings across Newport County. As inventory slowly begins to rise, many consumers are still grappling with concerns about affordability, especially with conventional loan rates lingering in the low 6% range. Nevertheless, the increasing number of homes […]
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Daily Digest: Friday, October 4
Good Morning. It’s Friday, October 4, and we’re covering an Admiral Kalbfus Road traffic workshop, federal funding for the Women’s Resource Center, “The Effect” at Gamm Theatre, the race for City Council and School Committee, and more. This story originally appeared in our free daily newsletter, Daily Digest. More than 17,000 wake up to Daily Digest in […]
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Dockworkers’ union to suspend strike until Jan. 15 to allow time to negotiate new contract
By TOM KRISHER AP Business Writer DETROIT (AP) — The union representing 45,000 striking U.S. dockworkers at East and Gulf coast ports reached a deal Thursday to suspend a three-day strike until Jan. 15 to provide time to negotiate a new contract. The union, the International Longshoremen’s Association, is to resume working immediately. The temporary […]
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Newport City Council candidate Steph Smyth aims to bridge gap between city and residents
Steph Smyth, a candidate for Newport City Council At-Large, is running on a platform of increased community engagement and transparency in local government. In an interview with What’sUpNewp on Thursday, October 3, Smyth outlined her vision for leveraging existing resources and creating new avenues for resident participation to address Newport’s most pressing issues. Smyth, who […]
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Middletown and Newport residents discuss plans, ideas for joint community learning center
Residents from Middletown and Newport gathered at the Middletown Public Library on Monday for an informational meeting about the upcoming Joint Community Learning Center. The center, a collaboration between the two towns, will be located at the soon-to-be upgraded Florence Gray Center at 1 York St. in Newport. The $7.5 million grant awarded to the […]
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Newport City Council mulls traffic changes on Admiral Kalbfus Road
Newport’s City Council is looking at ways to calm traffic on Admiral Kalbfus Road, including adding bike lanes and limiting truck access, after residents voiced concerns about safety and increased traffic. City officials and residents met at Pell Elementary School for a Council Workshop on Wednesday, October 2 to discuss potential changes to the busy […]
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Rhode Island offers grants to boost local food system
Local food and seafood producers in Rhode Island can now apply for grant funding to support the growth and development of the local food system. The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) announced that nearly $500,000 is available through the Local Agriculture and Seafood Act (LASA) grant program. Applications are open from October 1 […]
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Rare whale died of chronic entanglement in Maine fishing gear
By PATRICK WHITTLE Associated Press PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — A rare whale found dead off Massachusetts earlier this year died as a result of entanglement in Maine lobster fishing gear, federal authorities said. The North Atlantic right whale was found dead off Martha’s Vineyard in January. The whales are declining in population and are at the center […]
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$500,000 in federal funding awarded to The Women’s Resource Center of Newport & Bristol
Rhode Island’s congressional delegation announced $1,827,502 in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Justice to support four local organizations working to help survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking. The funding will support Sojourner House, the Women’s Resource Center of Newport & Bristol, Day One, and the Rhode Island Coalition Against Domestic […]
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Rite-Solutions receives Office of Naval Resarch Contract to research cybersecurity innovations
Middletown-based Rite-Solutions was recently awarded a three-year contract by the Office of Naval Research (ONR) for Advancing Research on Cyber-Physical Systems Security and Resilience in a Naval Environment. Rite-Solutions will collaborate with its academic partner, the University of Rhode Island (URI) College of Engineering to conduct critical advanced Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS) research with applicability to […]
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Salve Regina professor awarded NIH grant to research new treatments for common infection alongside undergraduate students
Salve Regina University today announced that Dr. Susan Meschwitz, a chemistry professor at the university, has been awarded a grant from the National Institute of Health to research treatments for urinary tract infections — which are experienced by 50-60% of women in their lifetime and highly recurrent. More from the announcement According to the National Institute […]
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PVD earns top 10 spot in Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards
For the fifth year in a row, Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport (PVD) has been named one of the top ten airports in the United States by Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards. The airport secured the seventh spot on the list and was also recognized as the top airport in New England. According […]
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Jeanne Marie Napolitano seeks re-election to Newport City Council, cites experience and dedication
Jeanne Marie Napolitano, seeking reelection to the Newport City Council At-Large, highlighted affordable housing, traffic management, and regional cooperation as key priorities in a interview with What’sUpNewp on Thursday, October 3. Napolitano, who has served on the council from 1991-1995 and from 2000 to present, emphasized the need for collaborative efforts with neighboring communities to […]
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Newport Folk Festival taps Nathaniel Rateliff for new pioneering role
Newport Folk Festival today announced the creation of its Stewardship Program, appointing Nathaniel Rateliff as its inaugural steward. The program aims to identify individuals who enrich and support the festival’s legacy, challenging and celebrating the “Folk Family” through meaningful initiatives. Rateliff, chosen for his artistry, perseverance, and allyship, will serve a three-year term. He plans […]