Newport’s proposed $98.5 million bond for infrastructure improvements in its neighborhoods cleared a hurdle Tuesday, with the House of Representatives’ passage of legislation to put the bond question before voters in November. The bill (2024-H 8086), sponsored by Rep. Lauren H. Carson (D-Dist. 75, Newport), now goes to the Senate. “Our city will benefit tremendously […]
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Sheldon Whitehouse launches 2024 re-election campaign for U.S. Senate
Today, Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) launched his 2024 re-election campaign for the United States Senate. Whitehouse, a senior member of the Democratic caucus, sought Rhode Islanders’ support for a fourth term with a video announcement highlighting his long record of delivering for the Ocean State. “It is an honor to fight every single day for the Ocean State […]
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Aerial mosquito larvae application to take place over Chapman Swamp
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is preparing for an aerial mosquito larvae application to take place over Chapman Swamp on Monday, April 29. The application, conducted by helicopter, is one of several efforts by the state and Westerly to control mosquito populations and reduce the risk of mosquito-borne illnesses such as Eastern […]
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Tiverton Library to host Medicare presentation on May 2
The Tiverton Public Library will host a presentation on Thursday, May 2, at 1 p.m., offering information about Medicare and what to do when you turn 65. The free event is open to all ages and will be held in the library at 34 Roosevelt Avenue. Christopher Ireland, Program Counselor from Child & Family of […]
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Grand jury indicts Newport man with five counts of first-degree child molestation
On April 19, 2024, a Newport County Grand Jury returned an indictment charging Jose Vega, 52, of Newport, Rhode Island, with five counts of first-degree child molestation. According to the Rhode Island Attorney General’s Office, the alleged acts occurred in the Town of Portsmouth on diverse dates between May 2, 2012, and May 2, 2017. […]
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Newport City Council awards Easton’s Beach concessions contract to The Heritage Restaurant Group
During their Regular Council Meeting on Wednesday night, Newport City Council approved a one-year agreement, including three (3) additional one (1) year opinion years, with 1899, LLC. of Newport, Rhode Island (which is now doing business as The Heritage Restaurant Group), to provide mobile food and beverage concessions at Easton’s Beach. The Director of Public […]
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Salve Regina poll: Most Americans back founding democratic values over ethnic, religious identities
by Nancy Lavin, Rhode Island CurrentApril 24, 2024 NEWPORT — There’s a glimmer of hope in what seems like an increasingly divisive national political atmosphere: Nearly two-thirds of Americans say they value the nation’s founding principles of equality and pursuit of happiness, according to a new survey out of Salve Regina University’s The Pell Center. […]
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Connor Wong homers twice, Rafael Devers connects for solo shot as Red Sox hammer Guardians 8-0
By TOM WITHERS AP Sports Writer CLEVELAND (AP) — Connor Wong homered twice, Rafael Devers connected in his return to Boston’s lineup and the banged-up Red Sox got another solid pitching effort in an 8-0 win over the Cleveland Guardians on Wednesday night. Wong hit leadoff homers in the second and sixth innings off Carlos […]
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Movies and TV shows casting across the US
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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Capitol TV launches app to live stream video on smartphones, Firestick and ROKU devices
Capitol Television, the broadcast arm of the Rhode Island General Assembly, has launched a new app that will allow users to stream live content on iPhones and Androids, as well as smart television devices, such as Firestick and ROKU. Capitol TV now boasts eight live streaming channels, all of which are closed captioned, to broadcast […]
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Fighting threats to our forest: Middletown’s Tree Commission and Open Space Committee work together to rehabilitate Albro Woods
Albro Woods, a beloved forest and trail system in Middletown, is vulnerable, sick, and needs help. It has become the next victim of beech leaf disease. Beech leaf disease is a relatively new disease affecting trees in North America. It was first discovered on the continent in 2012 in Ohio, and it has since spread […]
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Here are the cruise ships scheduled to visit Newport in 2024
Discover Newport, the official convention and visitors bureau for Newport and Bristol counties, has published the 2024 Cruise Ship Schedule for Perrotti Park. Larger ships anchor in the harbor and tender passengers to Perotti Park, while smaller vessels dock at the South Alofsin Pier at Fort Adams State Park. 2024 Cruise Ship Schedule Discover Newport […]
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Rhode Island Senate votes to ban declawing of cats
The Rhode Island Senate voted Tuesday to ban the declawing of cats, a procedure that removes the final bone of each of the cat’s toes. The bill now moves to the state House for consideration. A declawed cat may lick its furniture more frequently, but research has shown that the procedure can also cause infection, […]
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Newport International Boat Show partners with RIMTA to support workforce development
The Newport International Boat Show is just around the corner! To celebrate this much-anticipated event, the show has announced a partnership with the Rhode Island Marine Trade Association (RIMTA). This collaboration aims to support workforce development at local high schools. The Newport International Boat Show will contribute $1,000 toward three high schools in Warwick, Providence, […]
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Rhode Island bill would make it easier for independent voters to disaffiliate from a party after primary
The Rhode Island House of Representatives has passed a bill that would make it automatic for independent voters to disaffiliate from a political party after they cast a ballot in the primary. Currently, a voter who is not affiliated with any political party is automatically registered as being affiliated with that party when they choose […]
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Theatre Review: ‘Company’ at PPAC is worth seeing
“Company” opens with Bobbie coming into her tiny apartment dragging a mylar balloon showing the number 35 and carrying a brown-paper-bagged bottle of bourbon. She pours a drink and listens to her voice mail, one of which is from a friend who lets it slip that Bobbie’s friends have a surprise party planned for her. […]
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Biden administration is announcing plans for up to 12 lease sales for offshore wind energy
NEW ORLEANS (AP) —A new five-year schedule to lease federal offshore tracts for wind energy production was announced Wednesday by Interior Secretary Deb Haaland, with up to a dozen lease sales anticipated beginning this year and continuing through 2028. Haaland announced the plan at a conference in New Orleans. Under the plan outlined Wednesday, which includes some […]
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West Warwick man charged with multiple firearm offenses after traffic stop
A West Warwick man was found in possession of multiple large capacity magazines, including one 31-round magazine, after he was stopped by Rhode Island State Police for an expired license. Martin McLintock, 31, is facing charges for carrying a firearm in a vehicle without a license, possession of large capacity magazines, and possession of 10 […]
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José Ramírez homers as Guardians continue best start in franchise history with 4-1 win over Red Sox
By TOM WITHERS AP Sports Writer CLEVELAND (AP) — José Ramírez homered in the eighth inning, Tyler Freeman and Bryan Rocchio had RBIs in the seventh when Cleveland finally got to Boston’s Tanner Houck and the Guardians kept up the best start in their 124-year history with a 4-1 win over the Red Sox on […]
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Rhode Island Charter School Demand Surges: 27% increase in applications
More than 30,000 Rhode Island families applied to attend charter public schools in 2024-2025, a 27% increase in applications when compared to the previous year, the Rhode Island League of Charter Schools (RILCS) said in a news release on Tuesday. The league said that 2,500 seats were available in 2024-2025, not enough to meet demand. […]
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Middletown School Committee names new superintendent
The Middletown School Committee has selected William Niemeyer, the current principal of Gaudet Middle School, as the district’s new superintendent. The announcement was made Monday night during a meeting of the School Committee in the Oliphant administration building. Niemeyer, who has served as principal at Gaudet since the summer of 2021, was selected from a […]
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Aryna Sabalenka and Jannik Sinner donate match-worn Australian Open apparel to the International Tennis Hall of Fame
Match-worn apparel by 2024 Australian Open singles champions Aryna Sabalenka and Jannik Sinner are now on display in the International Tennis Hall of Fame’s museum. The autographed Nike gear, including Sabalenka’s dress and Sinner’s shirt, were worn during their title runs in Melbourne. Both items were recently donated to the museum’s permanent collection by the […]
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AARP Rhode Island appoints new State President
AARP Rhode Island State Director Catherine Taylor today announced the appointment of Elizabeth Howlett as State President. “We are delighted that Elizabeth has stepped into this key volunteer leadership position,” Taylor said in a statement. “Her experience, her expertise, her distinguished leadership history, and her passion for our mission make her an outstanding choice. “I […]
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People’s Credit Union supports local food pantry with $1,000 donation
People’s Credit Union has announced a $1,000 donation to the North Kingstown Food Pantry to support the organization’s ongoing efforts to prevent hunger in the community. Erin Connor, head of North Kingstown market development for People’s Credit Union, recently presented a check to Kristin Jahne, NKFP pantry assistant, expressing the credit union’s support for the […]
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What’s Up in Newport: Tuesday, April 23
This story was originally published as a What’sUpNewp newsletter. Sign up for our free newsletter to receive this post in your inbox every weekday morning! Tuesday, April 23, 2024. 👉 Here are a few things to keep an eye on with Newport City Council this week; The City’s annual budget process is slated to begin […]