Brent Colby Barto, 82, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, died on June 22, 2024. He was the husband of Judith (Mendoza) Barto. Born in Richland Center, WI on February 12, 1942, He was the son of the late Harold and Myrtle Barto. Growing up in Wisconsin, he enjoyed the hunting and fishing. After completing High School, […]
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Middletown Police lauded in community survey
The Middletown Police Department has received high marks from the community for its service, according to a recent survey. The survey was conducted by Salve Regina University’s Criminal Justice and Criminology program. The 314 respondents said the overall performance of the department was excellent, with officers receiving professional, courteous, helpful, and knowledgeable treatment. The survey […]
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Newport teachers’ dispute headed to arbitration
The dispute between the Newport teachers and the school administration is headed to what the union describes as an arbitration/mediation process to resolve issues the union says has “wreaked havoc across the district.” Poised to appear in Superior Court today to continue a hearing on a potential restraining order, the sides have agreed, according to […]
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What Sold: A look at 16 home sales across Newport County (June 17 – 21)
In Newport County, the real estate market is bustling with activity, yet a prevailing trend of limited inventory has made the search for the perfect home increasingly challenging. As we enter the busy spring and summer seasons, buyers are encountering a competitive landscape where finding the ideal property is becoming more difficult. The local market […]
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Portsmouth Library to host Circus Dynamics
The Portsmouth Free Public Library is gearing up for a big event with a new production from Circus Dynamics. The company is known for its jaw-dropping tricks, amazing stunts, and interactive performances that delight audiences of all ages. The production, titled ” Circus Dynamics,” is set to take place on July 12, 2024, at 10:30 […]
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What’s Up in Newport this week: June 24 – 30
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport, Rhode Island this week. This story will be updated throughout the week as we learn of events, meetings, and listings, so please check back often. Do you have something to add to this list or an upcoming roundup? Email ryan@whatsupnewp.com. Cruise Ship Schedule […]
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Construction and Operations Plan for Sunrise Wind Project approved
The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) announced on Friday, June 21 its approval of Sunrise Wind’s plan for construction and operations. This is the project’s final approval from BOEM, following the Department of the Interior’s March 2024 Record of Decision. “BOEM’s approval of the Sunrise Wind project represents another step in building a thriving […]
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Christopher Bell takes the checkered flag on rain tires in the NASCAR Cup race at New Hampshire
LOUDON, N.H. (AP) — Christopher Bell raised a broom over his head and clutched a 24-pound lobster in victory lane all because he earned his third Cup win of the season in an outcome that would have been impossible before this NASCAR season. Heck, it still looked pretty grim for most of Sunday at a […]
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Just My Opinion: Fact-checking – critical in what will be a challenging election year
In years past, voters in this country, and this state could count on a robust media to fact check those politicians’ seeking offices from school board to the presidency. But the media has changed, and where once there were robust print publications, there are now stripped-down versions, if at all. Staffs that numbered in the […]
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Wong and Refsnyder homer, and the Red Sox take series from Reds with 7-4 victory
By JEFF WALLNER Associated Press CINCINNATI (AP) — Connor Wong and Rob Refsnyder each hit two-run homers as the Boston Red Sox took the series from the Cincinnati Reds with a 7-4 victory on Sunday. The Red Sox have won seven of eight and are now a season-best six games over .500. “We finished the […]
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For the first time in The Breakers’ 129-year history, the third floor will be open for tours
What’sUpNewp and other media were afforded an unprecedented tour of The Breakers Third Floor, the first time the space has been publicly viewed in 129 years. Trudy Cox, The Preservation Society of Newport County CEO greeted press and indicated that the space is largely non-furnished and is an “unbelievable space”. The goal is to tell […]
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Newport Gulls win late-night Pell Bridge Series clash with Ocean State Waves, 10-7
WAKEFIELD, R.I. – A 90-minute rain delay had the Gulls and Waves anxiously waiting around before the rain passed through. Once the game finally began shortly after 8:00, Ocean State raced out to an early lead but Newport fought back and ultimately prevailed 10-7 in the third edition of the Pell Bridge Series this season. […]
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Senate in Massachusetts passes bill curtailing use of plastics including bags, straws
BOSTON (AP) — The state Senate in Massachusetts has passed a wide-ranging bill curtailing the use of plastics, including barring the purchase of single-use plastic bottles by state agencies. The bill, approved Thursday, also bans carry-out plastic bags at retailers statewide and require stores to charge 10 cents for recycled paper bags. It also requires […]
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How gas prices have changed in Rhode Island in the last week
Gasoline prices stayed flat this past week, averaging $3.46 per gallon across the United States. That is about 12 cents cheaper than a year ago, according to AAA data. Historically, gasoline prices tend to tick up in the summer months as more travelers hit the road, but demand seems to be relatively weak this year. […]
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Jeimer Candelario homers twice, Andrew Abbott strikes out 10 as Reds beat Red Sox 5-2
By MITCH STACY AP Sports Writer CINCINNATI (AP) — Jeimer Candelario homered twice, Andrew Abbott struck out a season-high 10 and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Boston Red Sox 5-2 in the opener of an interleague series on a Friday night. Candelario hit solo homers off Kutter Crawford (3-7) in the first and third innings. […]
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Dr. Michael Fine: What’s crazy about hospitals in Rhode Island this week
Lots of hospital-related news in Rhode Island this week. The Rhode Island Department of Health and the Attorney General approved the sale of Our Lady of Fatima and Roger Williams aka Charter Care, to something called The Centurion Foundation, a Georgia based non-profit, which I don’t know anything about. The seller is Prospect Medical Holdings, but with […]
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Senator Reed, officials celebrate the transfer of Beavertail Lighthouse to DEM
Standing in front of the historic 64-foot granite Beavertail Lighthouse – the third oldest lighthouse location in America — overlooking Rhode Island Sound and the southern end of Narragansett Bay, U.S. Senator Jack Reed today celebrated the official transfer of the historic beacon to the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM), which manages Beavertail State Park […]
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Drivers should expect lane closures on Pell Bridge during the week of June 23-29
Drivers traveling on the Newport Claiborne Pell Bridge are urged to adjust travel time as several lane closures are expected during the week of June 23 – 29, 2024. Currently, no lane closures are planned for the Route 138 Connector and Sakonnet River Bridge. Weekly Lane Closure Updates 6/23/2024 – 6/29/2024 Newport Claiborne Pell BridgeWestbound […]
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Temporary lane and road closures planned for nighttime hours next week
The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) has announced a couple of temporary lane closures in Newport County for the week of June 22 – 28, 2024. Officials say the Newport Pell Bridge Approaches – Phase II project will require brief, intermittent lane closures on Rte. 138, JT Connell Highway, Admiral Kalbfus Road, and America’s […]
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Maria Gregory appointed as director for NUWC Division Newport’s Small Business Programs
Story by Public Affairs Office , Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport NEWPORT, R.I. — Maria Gregory, a procurement analyst in the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport’s Contracts Department, has been named the director of Small Business Programs. Gregory, a resident of Dartmouth, Massachusetts, will begin her new role on June 30. She succeeds Sarah […]
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On The Market: An inside look at this weekend’s Open Houses across Newport County (June 22 – 23)
Looking for a new place to call your own? This weekend, Newport County will host an exciting array of open houses showcasing the latest listings. Despite recent challenges in the real estate market characterized by a shortage of available homes, a promising trend is emerging. Over the past two weeks, the area has experienced a […]
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Newport City Council to discuss issues relating to the use of Liberty Square in Executive Session
Newport City Council will meet in Executive Session on Wednesday, June 26, before its regularly scheduled meeting. According to a meeting notice, the City Council will meet in executive session to discuss issues related to the use of Liberty Square. Liberty Square is across the street from the White Horse Tavern in Newport. In 2017, […]
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Renowned harmonica maestro James Montgomery to enchant King Park
Renowned harmonica player James Montgomery is bringing his band to the King Park Gazebo on Friday, June 28th, from 5-7 pm. Presented by the Friends Of The Waterfront, this concert is expected to be a must see for fans of Montgomery and his signature sound of blues music. With decades of experience and a deep […]
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Review: Ben Platt pulls out all the stops at PPAC
Until yesterday, I thought Ben Platt was a Broadway performer. Not that there’s anything wrong with that. I knew him as the performer who originated the lead role in “Dear Evan Hansen” which earned him a Tony Award. I knew he’d recently played the lead in “Parade” on Broadway, and that he’d just wrapped up […]
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Amtrak service into and out of New York City is disrupted for a second day
NEW YORK (AP) — Rail service in the Northeast was disrupted for a second day on Friday, with Amtrak trains into and out of New York City delayed or canceled and service on the commuter line NJ Transit suspended during the morning rush. Several Amtrak trains scheduled to run between New York City and upstate […]