The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) will hold a community meeting on revised proposed service changes on Friday, April 19 from 12pm to 2pm at the University of Rhode Island Memorial Student Union in Kingston. This community meeting is in addition to the public hearings scheduled for Monday, April 15 in West Warwick and […]
News
Posted inCity & Government
CCRI celebrates graduation of first cohorts of Rhode Island’s first Offshore Wind Safety Training Center
Thirty-nine local residents are the first to complete the Global Wind Organisation (GWO)-certified Basic Safety Training curriculum at the state’s only offshore wind safety training center and are prepared to continue building fulfilling careers in America’s fast-growing offshore wind sector. Located at the Community College of Rhode Island’s Lincoln Campus, the GWO-certified training facility is […]
Posted inBusiness
BankNewport Promotes Evan Rose to Vice President, Premier Banking Manager
Evan Rose, a resident of Portsmouth, has been promoted to vice president, premier banking manager at BankNewport, the bank said in a press release on Wednesday. Rose began with the bank 14 years ago and “has been with the Bank for over 14 years, having held several leadership and management positions within the Retail Group, […]
Posted inNews, Sports
Westburg hits go-ahead HR in 7th, Orioles rally from 5 down to beat Red Sox 7-5 in Holliday’s debut
BOSTON (AP) — Jordan Westburg hit a go-ahead homer in the seventh inning and the Baltimore Orioles erased a five-run deficit to beat the Boston Red Sox 7-5 on Wednesday night. “The way he swung the bat tonight, a huge hit for us,” Baltimore manager Brandon Hyde said. “He’s starting to get comfortable in the […]
Posted inCity & Government
Rep. Magaziner passes first bill through committee
The Homeland Security Committee today passed U.S. Representative Seth Magaziner’s (RI-02) bipartisan legislation H.R.7439 – Strengthening State and Local Efforts to Combat Transnational Repression Act to crack down on coercive tactics by repressive foreign nations to forcibly silence political dissidents living in the United States. Rep. Magaziner, who serves as Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Counterterrorism, Law Enforcement, and […]
Posted inNews
Daffy fun to be had at Miantonomi Park on April 14
Newport’s Miantonomi Park is now bursting into a vibrant sea of yellow as over 38,000 daffodils bloom for the first time. To celebrate their arrival, the entire Newport community is invited to “head north” this Sunday, April 14, for an afternoon of daffy, delirious, and delicious fun. The festivities kick off at noon at the north […]
Posted inNews
Rhode Island Foundation inviting Newport County residents to share input at a free community dinner
The Rhode Island Foundation is inviting Newport County residents to share their thoughts about the issues that are important to them at a free community dinner Tues., April 16. “We want to hear what matters most to you. Sharing your perspective will help guide the Foundation’s grantmaking, community engagement and more,” said David N. Cicilline, […]
Posted inMusic & Entertainment
Salve Regina University to host Natasha Bedingfield, Ruston Kelly for Spring Week concert
With the weather heating up, and the finals season looming, it’s time to get ready for Spring Week, a week-long celebration hosted by Salve Regina University’s student-run Campus Activities Board (CAB). This year’s theme is “Pocket Full of Spring Week,” and promises to be an unforgettable time for students, faculty, and staff. The week is […]
Posted inCity & Government
House approves Commission to Study Rhode Island Beach Erosion
The Rhode Island House of Representatives approved a resolution sponsored by Rhode Island Rep. Samuel Azzinaro to create a commission to study beach erosion on Tuesday, April 9. “We have a serious problem here in the Ocean State because our beaches are eroding at an alarming rate. Our coastline and beaches are some of the […]
Posted inBusiness
Rhode Island Energy earns Tree Line USA recognition
The Arbor Day Foundation recently awarded Rhode Island Energy with a Tree Line USA recognition for its commitment to urban forestry and proper tree care in the areas it serves. The award was prompted by the company’s efforts to meet Tree Line USA’s five program standards: quality tree care, annual worker training, tree planting and […]
Posted inNews
Newport County added to Rhode Island disaster declarations for severe storms and flooding
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced that Newport County is now included in the Rhode Island disaster declarations following severe storms and flooding that occurred in parts of the state in late 2023 and early 2024. SBA Adds Newport County to Rhode Island Disaster Declarations Published on April 8, 2024 by Disaster Field Operations Center East […]
Posted inNews
Inflation in N.E. remains among lowest in the U.S.
Despite rapidly increasing house prices, inflation in New England remains among the lowest in the nation, at 2.1 percent compared to 3.2 percent nationally, according to the latest Economic Conditions Report from the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston. The Boston Fed said costs rose for housing, food, transportation, and medical prices, while “all other expenditure […]
Posted inNews
Middletown Town Council to host a public hearing on proposed East Main Road ‘road diet’
The Middletown Town Council wants to hear what residents and businesspeople think about a “road diet” for upper East Main Road. “First floated last month by BikeNewport as a way to make the area north of Wyatt Road safer, the idea has triggered a range of responses since,” the Town of Middletown shares in a […]
Posted inNews, Sports
Colton Cowser has 4 RBIs, Corbin Burnes shuts down Boston’s bats as Orioles beat Red Sox 7-1
BOSTON (AP) — Colton Cowser drove in four runs, Corbin Burnes allowed two hits over seven innings and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Red Sox 7-1 on Tuesday in Boston’s home opener. Cowser had a pair of RBI doubles, the second driving in two runs in the fourth to break a 1-1 tie. He added […]
Posted inCity & Government
Sen. Ujifusa, Rep. Stewart bill would sunset Jobs Development Act
STATE HOUSE – Sen. Linda Ujifusa and Rep. Jennifer Stewart have introduced legislation to sunset the Jobs Development Act (JDA) program, a tax incentive whose costs grew to $39.7 million in FY 2022. According to the state Department of Revenue Office of Revenue Analysis, which issued an analysis of the program in September, “[T]he JDA program for […]
Posted inCity & Government
With federal money filling funding hole to repair Newport Cliff Walk, why bother with a state bond?
by Nancy Lavin, Rhode Island CurrentApril 9, 2024 Now that a newly awarded federal grant will cover most of the cost to repair Newport’s Cliff Walk, borrowing $8 million in state bonds appears unnecessary. Members of Rhode Island’s congressional delegation announced on Monday that the city was awarded a $11 million federal grant to shore […]
Posted inMusic & Entertainment
2024 Newport Jazz Festival lineup announced
This summer the Newport Jazz Festival will return to Fort Adams State Park in Rhode Island to celebrate a major milestone – the iconic cultural institution’s 70th Anniversary. One of the longest running and most storied festivals in America will return August 2-4 where it will continue to host once in a lifetime performances that only Newport’s unique alchemy of intimacy and artistic community […]
Posted inNews
Nearly $4M in grants available for resilience projects that protect coastal habitat shoreline access on public lands
PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor Dan McKee, the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) and the Rhode Island Coastal Resources Management Council (CRMC) are jointly soliciting project proposals for the Ocean State Climate Adaptation and Resilience (OSCAR) Fund Program. In 2021, the Rhode Island General Assembly adopted legislation establishing the OSCAR Fund as a program to be administered jointly by DEM, CRMC, and […]
Posted inNews
Judy Collins will perform at The JPT on Aug. 10 & 11
Spectacle Live will present Judy Collins on Saturday, August 10, at 8 p.m. and Sunday, August 11, at 7 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday, April 12, at 10 a.m. at JanePickens.com or by calling 1-800-657-8774. Judy Collins has inspired audiences with sublime vocals, boldly vulnerable songwriting, personal life triumphs, and a firm commitment to […]
Posted inNews
Powerball ticket sold in Westerly wins $150,000, while Middletown woman claims $30,000 Instant ticket
A Powerball Power Play ticket sold at the Calabrese Club in Westerly won $150,000 this week. The ticket matched four numbers and the Powerball number for a $50,000 payout. Because the player also added the Power Play feature, the prize was multiplied by three to $150,000. The ticket has not yet been claimed. Meanwhile, in […]
Posted inCity & Government
Rhode Island’s Great Swamp Shooting Range opens for 2024 season
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) has opened the Great Swamp Shooting Range in South Kingstown for the 2024 season. The public shooting range is located within the Great Swamp Management Area and is open for 7 days a week from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. The range is free to use, however […]
Posted inNews
Many eclipse visitors to northern New England pulled an all-nighter trying to leave
FRANCONIA, N.H. (AP) — Thousands of visitors to northern New England communities in the path of the total solar eclipse were told to pack their patience for the trip. In some areas, they needed it for up to 12 hours after the event started, inching their way back home on packed interstates and secondary roads. In New […]
Posted inCity & Government
RIPTA wants customers’ feedback on their transit experience
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) wants to hear from customers about their experience with the agency. This is the twelfth annual Customer Satisfaction Survey that RIPTA is conducting. “We strongly encourage both frequent and infrequent riders to participate in the survey,” said Cristy Raposo Perry, Director of Communications and Public Outreach. “It will […]
Posted inNews
Bryant University confers honorary degrees, names commencement speakers
The Class of 2024 at Bryant University will receive their diplomas on May 18 during a commencement ceremony that will feature honorary degree recipients. Karen S. Lynch, President and CEO of CVS Health, will receive an Honorary Doctor of Business Administration and give the undergraduate commencement address. African philanthropist, social entrepreneur, and champion for gender […]
Posted inNews
Ranking: Best counties to live in Rhode Island
More counties in the United States experienced population growth in the last year, according to the latest Census data, even as pandemic-related moving trends begin to normalize. Counties in the South continued to experience growth, particularly in Florida, where 96% of its 67 counties gained new residents. Polk County, Florida, a suburb of Orlando, added […]