by Nancy Lavin, Rhode Island CurrentJuly 19, 2024 Rhode Island House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi has an unobstructed path to victory in the November election, after a would-be Republican challenger failed to turn in the required 50 signatures of district voters needed to make the November ballot. Dana James Traversie, a Warwick Republican whose campaign […]
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American Burying Beetle Recovery Program sees major success on Nantucket Island
The Roger Williams Park Zoo (RWPZ) has announced significant progress in the American Burying Beetle Recovery Program. Hundreds of beetles were reintroduced to Nantucket Island this past year, and early signs indicate a thriving wild population. Reintroduction Efforts Lead to Success 400 Beetles Released: RWPZ successfully bred 300 American burying beetles, and SUNY Cobleskill contributed an […]
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Center for Southeast Asians’ Skills-Up Program gets boost
The Center for Southeast Asians in Providence has received a $250,000 federal grant to bolster its Skills-Up program, which provides job training and development opportunities to new immigrants to Rhode Island from Southeast Asia, Asia, South America, Africa, the Middle East, and other countries. The grant was secured by Senator Jack Reed and will help […]
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Bacteria closes swimming area at Colaluca Campground
Due to high bacteria counts, the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) has recommended that the swimming area at Colaluca Family Campground in Foster be closed. RIDOH will continue to monitor the water quality through Labor Day and make any updates as needed. The status of a beach may change depending on new information, so […]
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Rep. Magaziner touts bipartisan record in Congress
At the end of his first term in Congress, Rep. Seth Magaziner touted a bipartisan record that includes key legislation he sponsored to help working families, improve national security and defend democracy. “When I ran for Congress, I said I would work with anyone, from either party, to deliver results for Rhode Island,” Magaziner said […]
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Newport’s Celia Byrne earns Biomedical Engineering Degree at Tufts University
Tufts University awarded over 2,800 degrees to graduates from all schools on July 19, 2024, according to the school. The ceremony was held to honor the accomplishments of the Class of 2024. One of the graduates, Celia Byrne from Newport, graduated with a degree in Biomedical Engineering (BSBME) from Tufts University. She is one of […]
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Obituary: Darren Cinotti
Darren James Cinotti, 41, died on Monday, July 15, 2024 in Newport Hospital. Born in Warren, RI on June 27,1983, he was the son Claudia (Medeiros) Cinotti and the late John Cinotti. Darren was raised in Tiverton for 18 years. He was involved in many sports as a young boy, Karate, Softball, Soccer and Basketball. […]
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Newport County Students shine on Tufts University Dean’s List
Tufts University has put out its Dean’s List for the Spring 2024 semester, which honors students with a semester-grade point average of 3.4 or higher. The list includes the following students from Newport County: Celia Byrne of Newport, Class of 2024 Peyton Durand of Newport, Class of 2024 Lexie Dutra of Tiverton, Class of 2025 […]
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New Coast Guard Sector Boston Commander takes charge
Capt. Jamie Frederick was sworn in as the eighth commander of the Coast Guard Sector Boston on Friday during a change-of-command ceremony in Boston. Frederick, who served as the enforcement branch chief at the First Coast Guard District, will command over 1,500 active duty, reserve, civilian and auxiliary personnel assigned to the sector. The Coast […]
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Toxic Algae Bloom shuts down Little Beach at Slack Reservoir
A toxic blue-green algae bloom has been found in Little Beach at Slack Reservoir in Smithfield, the Rhode Island Department of Health warned residents on Thursday. Swimming, boating, fishing, and kayaking should be avoided for the time being, health officials said. Boiling lake water would not make it safe to drink or use for cooking, […]
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Newport Hospital earns prestigious Magnet Recognition again
For the fifth consecutive time, Newport Hospital has received the Magnet designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Magnet Recognition Program. This prestigious honor is only bestowed on a few percent of hospitals nationwide, and is a testament to the hospital’s dedication to excellence in providing high-quality care to its patients. The Magnet designation reflects […]
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Historic utility AND high fashion. 80-year-old LL Bean staple finds a new audience as a trendy bag
FREEPORT, Maine (AP) — L.L. Bean created it 80 years ago to haul heavy blocks of ice. Now it’s a must-have summer fashion accessory. The simple, sturdy canvas bag called the Boat and Tote is having an extended moment 80 years after its introduction, thanks to a social media trend in which they’re monogrammed with […]
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Movies and TV shows casting in Rhode Island
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities’ Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of […]
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Newport City Council will host a meeting on July 24; here’s a look at what’s on the docket
Newport City Council will host a Regular Council Meeting on Wednesday, July 24, at 6:30 pm. The meeting, which is open to the public, will take place in the Council Chambers at Newport City Hall. Here’s a look at what’s on the docket, the agenda with supporting attachments will be available on the City of […]
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Blade collapse, New York launch and New Jersey research show uneven progress of offshore wind
By WAYNE PARRY Associated Press ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — Three events Wednesday highlighted the uneven progress of the offshore wind industry in the Northeast, including the start of a major project in New York, research aimed at preventing environmental damage in New Jersey, and a temporary shutdown of a wind farm in Massachusetts after […]
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Aging bridges in 16 states will be improved or replaced with the help of $5B in federal funding
By DAVID A. LIEB Associated Press Dozens of aging bridges in 16 states will be replaced or improved with the help of $5 billion in federal grants announced Wednesday by President Joe Biden’s administration, the latest beneficiaries of a massive infrastructure law. The projects range from coast to coast, with the largest providing an additional […]
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Rhode Island’s $100M Broadband Plan approved, bringing ‘Internet For All’ to Rhode Island
Rhode Island’s plan to provide affordable internet access to all residents has received federal approval. Governor Dan McKee and White House National Economic Advisor Lael Brainard discussed the approval of Rhode Island’s broadband plan during a Zoom call with members of Rhode Island media organizations on Wednesday, July 17. The plan, part of the Biden […]
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Nine Gulls selected in 2024 MLB Draft
The 2024 MLB Draft came and went and after all 20 rounds were completed by Tuesday evening, one current member of the Newport Gulls and eight former Gulls were selected. Colby Holcombe (Mississippi State), a member of this year’s roster, received word that he was selected in the 9th round by the Toronto Blue Jays […]
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Wind power operations off Nantucket Island are suspended after turbine blade parts washed ashore
NANTUCKET, Mass. (AP) — The federal government has ordered an offshore wind developer off Nantucket Island, a popular summer tourist destination in Massachusetts, to suspend operations after parts of a damaged turbine blade washed up on the beaches. A spokesman for the federal Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement said Wednesday that operations at Vineyard […]
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Rhode Island hits historic EV charging milestone
Rhode Island is one step closer to having a fully functional electric vehicle charging infrastructure. On Wednesday, Rhode Island officials made history by completing the first phase of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program. Rhode Island is the first state in the nation to complete Phase 1 of the alternative fuel corridor under the National […]
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NUWC Division Newport’s 2023 Annual Overview highlights technical excellence, fleet support
By NUWC Division Newport Public Affairs The Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport workforce continues to maintain the highest level of service to the fleet, and those efforts are highlighted in the command’s 2023 Annual Overview now available here. Each year, the Strategic Planning Office and the Public Affairs Office collaborate to gather stories and photos […]
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Guest View – Rep. Lauren Carson: Summer on Almy Pond
Almy Pond in Newport is a low-lying area of the Rhode Island coast, with its rolling hills and salt marshes, and was a popular site with American artists in the mid 19th century. Their paintings typify wonderful images of Aquidneck Island. It’s summer and our Island ponds have changed. Aquidneck Island’s fresh-water ponds have suffered decades […]
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The Tennis Hall of Fame is moving its enshrinement ceremonies to August, on the eve of the US Open
NEWPORT, R.I. (AP) — The International Tennis Hall of Fame will move its enshrinement ceremony to August starting next year to better capture the attention of the tennis world on the eve of the U.S. Open. The Newport facility also announced it will host a new combined men’s and women’s 125-level tournament in 2025, with […]
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City of Newport’s new bilingual Community Liaison is here to help
Today, the City of Newport announced that it has added a new bilingual problem-solving team member to its staff in an effort to make City Hall more accessible. Keiry Lopez, a Newport resident with deep community knowledge, was recently hired as the City’s first Community Liaison. According to a press release from the City, the position is […]
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Tony Award-Winning Musical “The Sound of Music” coming to Wakefield
The Tony Award-winning musical The Sound of Music will be performed at Theatre By The Sea this summer. The Sound of Music tells the story of a young postulant who is sent to serve as governess for the seven children of a widowed naval captain. Her growing relationship with the children, as well as her […]