U.S. Rep. Seth Magaziner said Thursday that the House of Representatives passed $1,779,996 in federal funding to help the cities of Cranston and Westerly improve their water systems and prevent flooding. The funding was approved as part of a broader effort to fund environmental cleanup and resiliency measures across Rhode Island, Magaziner said. This community […]
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Commission: Current process ‘won’t realize full potential’ of Newport’s North End
Newport’s North End development commission is seeking to establish a new governing body to better manage the area’s complex redevelopment needs, according to commission chair Colin Kane. Kane presented an update to the Newport City Council on Jul 24, outlining the commission’s progress and future plans for the approximately 40-acre area that includes former Navy […]
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Newport explores high-tech solutions for neighborhood speeding
Newport city officials are considering new traffic safety measures in response to residents’ concerns about speeding in various neighborhoods. City Manager Kennedy presented several options to the City Council on July 24, including the installation of speed display signs and increased enforcement efforts. The proposed measures come after Councilor David Carlin III introduced a resolution […]
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Newport acts quickly to buy strategic flood-zone property
Newport’s Department of Utilities is set to purchase a property at 81 Garfield Street for an amount not to exceed $500,000 to facilitate stormwater infrastructure improvements and potential flood mitigation efforts. The City Council approved the purchase and sale agreement with the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) during its meeting on July 24. The […]
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Rhode Island announces cost of living adjustments for retired state employees
The Rhode Island General Treasurer’s office announced today that retired state employees will begin to receive cost of living adjustments beginning with the July pension benefit. The announcement says that the change was made possible by the passage of the 2025 fiscal year budget which included the implementation of a cost of living adjustment for […]
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Portsmouth resident honored with Clark University Dean’s List selection
A resident of Portsmouth has been named to the Clark University Dean’s List for the Spring of 2024. Kennedy Griffin was selected based on outstanding academic achievement during the spring 2024 semester. Griffin must have a GPA of 3.8 or higher in order to receive first honors and a GPA of 3.50-3.79 for second honors. […]
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Newport City Council discusses Tourism Improvement District proposal
The Newport City Council held a public hearing on July 24 to consider the establishment of a Tourism Improvement District. Evan Smith from Discover Newport presented the proposal, describing it as a 10-year program to collect voluntary assessments from hotel partners. “The Newport Tourism Improvement District was an effort to build more funds to keep […]
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Newport City Council debates resident-only parking proposal
The Newport City Council debated a proposal to establish 12-hour resident-only parking on several city streets during its meeting Wednesday. Councilor David Carlin III introduced a resolution requesting the city administration draft an ordinance to create resident sticker parking from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Bridge Street, Marsh Street, Church Street, Touro Street and […]
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Recap: Newport City Council’s July 24 Regular Council Meeting
Newport City Council held its regular meeting on Wednesday, addressing issues ranging from traffic safety to property acquisition. The council debated a resolution proposed by Councillor David Carlin III to implement resident-only parking on several streets in the city. The resolution aimed to create 12-hour resident sticker parking from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on […]
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Red Sox manager Alex Cora agrees to 3-year contract extension
DENVER (AP) — The Boston Red Sox and manager Alex Cora have agreed on a three-year contract extension that runs through the 2027 season. The team announced the move Wednesday following a 20-7 loss at Colorado. The 48-year-old Cora is in his second stint as Boston’s manager, and his contract had been set to expire […]
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Rhode Island Democratic Delegation votes to endorse Kamala Harris for President
Today, the Rhode Island Democratic Party (RIDP) announced that its Democratic Delegation has voted to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris as President of the United States. The following statement is from RIDP Chairwoman Liz Beretta-Perik; “The American Presidency is at its best when it becomes a vehicle for generational renewal. When we think of John […]
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“A Complete Unknown,” Bob Dylan biopic trailer released – Movie due out in December
Music fans rejoice! The first trailer from the upcoming Bob Dylan biopic “A Complete Unknown” dropped earlier today. The two-minute trailer features official footage of Timothée Chalamet, who plays the iconic singer-songwriter, on the Dylan classic “A Hard Rain’s a-Gonna Fall,” with accompanying clips of iconic New York City clubs and concert venues. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TcNNteP22gQ The […]
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Woods Hole Film Festival to feature documentary “Linda Perry: Let it Die Here” on July 29
A compelling new documentary, screening July 29 at the Woods Hole Film Festival in Woods Hole, MA, examines the life and career of singer, songwriter, and producer Linda Perry. We viewed an advance screener of Linda Perry: Let it Die Here and found it to be an often-disturbing look at a fearless artist in search […]
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Bar Fly and Nate Cozzolino will perform at King Park on July 28
New England Music Organization, in collaboration with North End Entertainment and the City Of Newport, is thrilled to announce Bar Fly as the headlining act at NIMFest this coming Sunday, July 28th. The local rock group has managed to cultivate a devoted group of fans who are passionate about the band as detailed in a […]
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Rhode Island Unclaimed Property website gets .gov Domain
The Rhode Island General Treasurer’s Office announced today that the official website providing information about unclaimed property has changed from FindRIMoney.com to FindRIMoney.gov. “The transition to a .gov domain further assures Rhode Islanders recovering unclaimed property can trust the website is official and secure,” said General Treasurer Diossa. “I would like to thank Carol Aguasvivas […]
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Produce Recall in Rhode Island: Wiers Farm pulls products
The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising consumers that Wiers Farm is recalling produce products packed between July 5th and July 12th because they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. These products were sold at Save-A-Lot in Rhode Island and at Walmarts in Connecticut. These products were sold in many other states, […]
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Aquapalooza prompts precautionary closure of shellfish area
With more than 1,000 boats expected to gather off Prudence Island this weekend, the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is taking a precautionary measure to protect the area’s shellfish habitat. A 700-acre area of shellfish grounds will be closed from sunrise on July 27 until sunrise on August 3. This includes the area […]
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Newport’s Emily Anne Goss graduates from University of Maryland Global Campus
A Newport resident has earned an associate degree in general studies from the University of Maryland Global Campus, according to an announcement on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. Emily Anne Goss of Newport received the associate degree in general studies from the University of Maryland Global Campus in spring 2024. She was one of more than […]
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Restoration work highlights the opening of Isaac Bell House
Lauded for its elegance and innovative design, Isaac Bell House is one of the best surviving examples of Shingle Style architecture in the country. Beginning July 27, guide-led tours will allow visitors to experience this National Historic Landmark on Saturdays and Sundays through August 31 with the purchase of a special, timed ticket. The house […]
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O’Neill’s 2 HRs, Criswell’s 7 shutout innings lead Red Sox over Rockies, 6-0
By MICHAEL KELLY Associated Press DENVER (AP) — Tyler O’Neill homered twice, Cooper Criswell pitched seven shutout innings, and the Boston Red Sox beat the Colorado Rockies 6-0 on Tuesday night to snap a four-game skid. O’Neill hit a two-run shot in the first inning and then crushed an 89 mph sinker from Ty Blach […]
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Newport launches Ad-Hoc Revenue Review Committee
Newport officials are looking for volunteers to help the city explore new revenue streams to help balance the city’s budget needs with the rising costs of services. The city said the new Ad-Hoc Revenue Review Committee will help the city reach its goal of finding new sources of revenue outside of local property taxes, which […]
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City of Newport offers water safety tips ahead of Newport Folk and Jazz Festivals
With Newport’s Folk and Jazz Festivals just around the corner, City of Newport officials are offering safety tips and reminders for those planning to spend time on the water. Newport city officials are advising those planning to spend time on the water during the upcoming Folk and Jazz Festivals to wear a life jacket, headlamp, […]
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Senator Reed, Whitehouse propose move to end ‘Big Pharma’ price hikes
A new bill introduced by Senator Reed and Whitehouse would stop pharmaceutical companies from deducting the costs of their advertising from their federal taxes, a move that the office of Senator Reed says would put an end to what it calls “Big Pharma” deliberately increasing drug prices for consumers. Under current law, pharmaceutical companies can […]
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Newport County residents among University of Tampa’s 2024 degree recipients
Syracuse, N.Y. — The University of Tampa hosted its 158th commencement ceremony in May, honoring 1,717 degree-seeking candidates and providing remarks by three notable local speakers. The commencement ceremony, held on May 4, was attended by the students, their families and friends, UT faculty and staff members, and the general public. It included remarks by […]
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Rhode Island earns $289 million for climate resilience
U.S. Rep. Seth Magaziner announced the passage of bipartisan legislation that includes $289 million in federal funding to support climate resiliency efforts in Rhode Island. The funding, which is included in the Water Resources Development Act of 2024, will be used for the Rhode Island Coastline, Coastal Storm Risk Management project. The project includes $188 […]