Today, Governor Dan McKee and Secretary of Commerce Liz Tanner announced the recipients of new mini grant awards under the Rhode Island Commerce Corporation’s Placemaking Initiative. The RI Rebounds Placemaking Initiative is a statewide effort to support businesses in the tourism and hospitality industries. The mini grants, approved by the RI Commerce Corporation’s Board of […]
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Governor McKee signs FY25 Rhode Island Budget
Governor Dan McKee today signed the FY25 “Team Rhode Island” budget, which provides crucial funding for K-12 education and out-of-school learning, includes the largest housing bond in state history and increased support for small businesses, local road improvements and retirees. The Governor was joined at the signing by Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi, House Finance Committee […]
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RI Department of State reminds candidates of the upcoming Declaration of Candidacy filing period
Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and the RI Department of State Elections Division are today reminding potential candidates of the upcoming filing period for candidate declaration forms. Declarations of candidacy must be filed on June 24, 25, or 26. The deadline to file is June 26 at 4 p.m. Candidates for federal offices must […]
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Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority walk-in center to provide limited Tuesday hours this week
The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA) announced that its E-ZPass Customer Service Walk-In Center at One East Shore Road in Jamestown will be providing walk-in services from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m on Tuesday this week. The walk-in center will be closed Wednesday, Juneteenth, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The RITBA said […]
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The National Sailing Hall of Fame announces Class of 2024 inductees
The Sailing Museum and National Sailing Hall of Fame has revealed the names of 12 individuals who will be inducted into its fellowship of hall of famers this year. This diverse list includes Jan C. O’Malley, a three-time US Sailing Yachtswoman of the Year, two-time Adams Cup winner, and the first ever winner of the IYRU […]
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A year after the Titan’s tragic dive, deep-sea explorers vow to pursue ocean’s mysteries
By PATRICK WHITTLE and HOLLY RAMER Associated Press PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — The deadly implosion of an experimental submersible en route to the deep-sea grave of the Titanic last June has not dulled the desire for further ocean exploration, despite lingering questions about the disaster. Tuesday marks one year since the Titan vanished on its way to the historic […]
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Zack Kelly escapes bases-loaded jam as Red Sox set club record with 9 steals in 9-3 win over Yankees
BY KEN POWTAK Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — Boston’s Zack Kelly escaped a bases-loaded, no-out jam in the seventh before Connor Wong had a two-run triple in the bottom of the inning, lifting the Red Sox to a 9-3 victory over the MLB-best New York Yankees on Sunday night. The Red Sox set a club-record […]
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Jake Shimabukuro may not be a household name, but he should be
Jake Shimabukuro, the ukulele virtuoso and composer from Hawaii, made an appearance through Spectacle Live before a sold-out crowd at Jane Pickens Theater on Saturday night. His abilities know no bounds and his stylings are unparalleled for any instrument but become even more remarkable when performed on a ukulele. He dazzled the audience with two […]
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Sail Newport to host Newport Regatta 40th Anniversary Event
Sail Newport will host an event celebrating 40 years of the Newport Regatta on Saturday, July 13, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. The sailing event has been held since 1984 and gathers visitors from an average of 16 states and three countries. “This is a premier East Coast event every year,” says Brad Read, […]
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IYRS School of Technology & Trades to host 27th Annual Summer Gala on July 13
IYRS School of Technology & Trades will host its 27th annual IYRS Summer Gala on Saturday, July 13, at 6 p.m. at IYRS, with musical guest Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue. “The IYRS Summer Gala isn’t just an event; it’s a celebration of craftsmanship, innovation, and the spirit of community that defines IYRS,” said Liz […]
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Devers’ 2-run double helps Red Sox beat Yankees, stop Rodón’s 7-start winning streak
By KEN POWTAK Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — Rafael Devers hit a two-run double and the Boston Red Sox ended Carlos Rodón’s seven-start winning streak by beating the New York Yankees 8-4 on Saturday night. Tyler O’Neill and rookie Jamie Westbrook had RBI doubles in a three-run first inning for the Red Sox, who rebounded […]
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Teenagers Noel Buck, Esmir Bajraktarevic spark Revolution to 3-2 victory over Whitecaps
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Teenagers Noel Buck and Esmir Bajraktarevic scored first-half goals and the New England Revolution ran their win streak to three with a 3-2 victory over the Vancouver Whitecaps on Saturday night. The Revolution (5-10-1) grabbed a 1-0 lead in the 7th minute on the 19-year-old Buck’s first goal of the season. […]
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Malfunctioning steam room sets off alarm, prompts evacuation at Rhode Island YMCA
MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (AP) — A malfunctioning steam room at a YMCA in Rhode Island pumped out so much steam that it triggered an a sprinkler system alarm on Saturday morning, prompting an evacuation. In a statement, the Middletown Police Department said officials rushed to the Newport County YMCA in Middletown around 9 a.m. for a […]
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Following an incident involving its steam room, Newport County YMCA will reopen on June 16
Newport County YMCA on Saturday morning was forced to close due to an incident involving their steam room. Several readers alerted What’sUpNewp of a large fire department presence at the facility earlier Saturday morning. Newport County YMCA provided the following update on Instagram around 10:30 am on Saturday morning; Today we had an incident involving […]
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Alex Verdugo slugs 2-run HR, drives in 4 runs in return to Fenway as Yankees beat Red Sox 8-1
By MAUREEN MULLEN Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — Alex Verdugo had a two-run homer and four RBIs in his return to Fenway Park, and Luis Gil struck out six as the MLB-leading New York Yankees beat the Boston Red Sox 8-1 on Friday night. Verdugo spent four seasons with the Red Sox before being traded […]
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Doncic scores 29, Mavericks roll past the Celtics 122-84 to avoid a sweep in the NBA Finals
By TIM REYNOLDS AP Basketball Writer DALLAS (AP) — There were two options for the Dallas Mavericks. Pack for Boston, or pack for vacation. Boston awaits. These NBA Finals are not over, thanks to one of the biggest blowouts in title-round history. Luka Doncic scored 25 of his 29 points in the first half, Kyrie […]
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U.S. Naval War College celebrates June 2024 graduation
By Leisa Premdas, U.S. Naval War College Public Affairs Newport, R.I. – The U.S. Naval War College (NWC) celebrated its in-residence summer graduation onboard Naval Station Newport, June 14. Graduates consisted of 332 students from in-resident senior-level leadership and intermediate-level leadership courses including 93 international students. Also included were 462 students having completed coursework through […]
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Rhode Island lawmakers approve $13.9 billion budget plan, slew of other bills
By STEVE LeBLANC Associated Press Rhode Island lawmakers gave final approval to a proposed $13.9 billion state budget plan early Friday that includes additional funding for education and a $120 million bond to expand affordable housing. The budget was among a slew of bills approved by lawmakers in the final days of their legislative session. […]
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RIDOT provides weekly updates on Pell Bridge Ramps Phase 2 project
The Rhode Island Department of Transportation today provided the following weekly update on the Pell Bridge Ramps Phase 2 project; Overnight sitewide striping within a moving operation along portions of Route 138, JT Connell Highway, Admiral Kalbfus Road and America’s Cup Avenue is scheduled, with brief intermittent lane closures to allow the paint to dry, Sunday-Thursday nights from 8 […]
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Dr. Michael Fine: What’s crazy about eye ointment
Eye ointment? Yes, eye ointment. You see, in late April, the CDC announced there was a shortage of erythromycin eye ointment, which turned out to be a big deal. What? Isn’t erythromycin one of the oldest antibiotics that exist? Aren’t there a hundred or a thousand other eye ointments? Who cares about one old medicine? In fact, erythromycin was discovered in […]
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‘Tis the season for swimming and bacteria alerts in lakes, rivers
By KATHY McCORMACK and NICK PERRY Associated Press TUFTONBORO, N.H. (AP) — With summer about to start, many people flocking to their favorite swimming holes may also want to read up on bacteria warnings. During the busy Memorial Day weekend and shortly afterward, at least 20 people, most of them children, reported E. coli infections […]
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Adoptable Dog: Thor is the hero that you’ve been waiting for
Meet your new best friend, Thor – this week’s adoptable dog of the week! Thor, a 10-year-old Mixed Breed, is available for adoption at the Potter League for Animals Animal Care and Adoption Center in Middletown. Here’s what the Potter League for Animals has to say about Thor; Despite his godly name, Thor is more […]
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11 students from Newport County named to Bryant University’s Spring 2024 Deans’ List
Bryant University recently recognized students who have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to academic excellence and achievement, and they were named to the Spring 2024 Deans’ List. Students must have a GPA of 3.4 or better for at least 12 semester work hours to earn a place on the Dean’s List. Here’s a look at who […]
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RIPTA to operate on Holiday Schedule for Juneteenth
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) will run a Sunday/holiday service schedule on Wednesday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth National Independence Day. This schedule will apply to all regular fixed-route buses and trolleys operating in Rhode Island. RIPTA offices will be closed on Juneteenth, with the exception of the RIDE Paratransit Office and […]
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Rhode Island Senate approves $13.96B FY25 budget in 34-1 vote
by Nancy Lavin, Rhode Island CurrentJune 14, 2024 A $13.96 billion fiscal 2025 budget awaits Gov. Dan McKee’s signature following passage in the Rhode Island Senate just after the clock struck midnight on Friday. The spending plan, approved by a 34-1 vote, mirrors the version that sailed through the Rhode Island House on June 7. […]