Gary Solar, Buffalo State, The State University of New York It’s rare to feel earthquakes in the U.S. Northeast, so the magnitude 4.8 earthquake in New Jersey that shook buildings in New York City and was felt from Maryland to Boston on April 5, 2024, drew a lot of questions. It was one of the […]
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CCRI to host watch parties at all four campuses to view Monday’s historic solar eclipse
The Community College of Rhode Island is offering the community an exclusive opportunity to view Monday’s historic solar eclipse with free watch parties at each of its four campuses: Warwick, Providence, Lincoln, and Newport. According to research, Monday’s eclipse is the first in almost a decade and the last one that will be visible in […]
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East Coast earthquakes aren’t common, but they are felt by millions. Here’s what to know
DALLAS (AP) — East Coast residents were jolted Friday by a 4.8-magnitude earthquake centered near Lebanon, New Jersey, with weak rumblings felt as far away as Baltimore and the Massachusetts-New Hampshire border. No life-threatening injuries or major damage have been reported. Here’s what to know about earthquakes on the East Coast.How are earthquakes measured? The Richter scale, […]
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RIDOT provides an update on the Pell Bridge Ramps Phase 2 project
The Rhode Island Department of Transporation (RIDOT) today provided the following weekly update on the Pell Bridge Ramps Phase 2 Project; “As a reminder, tonight at 5 p.m. we’ll have an extended weekend left lane closure on both directions of Route 138 between the Pell Bridge and JT Connell Highway to replace the center median. On Tuesday night from […]
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Portsmouth Abbey School students to sing in National Concert at New York City’s Carnegie Hall
Eighteen students from Portsmouth Abbey School will sing in the National Concert at New York City’s Carnegie Hall on Saturday, April 6. More info on the performance from Portsmouth Abbey School; Eighteen students from Portsmouth Abbey School will perform on the world stage at Carnegie Hall in New York City this Saturday, April 6 at […]
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Aquidneck Island National Police Parade returns on May 5
The Aquidneck Island National Police Parade will be held on May 5, 2024, to honor police officers who died in the line of duty in 2023 and previous years. The parade will begin at 11:30 am in front of 317 West Main Rd. in Middletown, Rhode Island. It will travel south on Broadway and end […]
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Rhode Island hires legal team to pursue damages over Washington Bridge failure
The Rhode Island Governor’s Office has hired two top legal professionals to help the state pursue damages against those responsible for the Washington Bridge failure. Max Wistow and Jonathan Savage will form the outside legal team that will be led by Wistow, who is a principal of Wistow, Sheehan & Loveley. “We want to make […]
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24-acre vacant lot in Portsmouth sells for $3.1 million
Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty today announced the sale of 0 Paquins Lane, Portsmouth for $3,100,000. Holly Prentice represented the sellers, and the buyers were represented by The Soby Fox Team, which is represented by all sales associates of Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty. According to data from the Multiple Listing Service, this marks […]
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Sweet Olivia is looking for a new home
Meet your new best friend, Olivia – this week’s adoptable dog of the week! Olivia is a three-year-old female mixed breed available for adoption at the Potter League for Animals Animal Care and Adoption Center in Middletown. “Though a bit timid, she is as sweet as can be. You can often find her following your […]
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Rhode Island to conduct forest health treatments to prevent wildfires
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management announced plans to conduct forest health treatments to help prevent wildfires from spreading from the Carolina Management Area to nearby communities. A release from the DEM said that a crew of professional foresters would create a shaded fuel break along stretches of forestland that borders fire roads in […]
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Introducing firmMD: Newport’s Newest Addition and Rhode Island’s Premier Med Spa
New to Newport is firmMD, an elevated medical space specializing in anti-aging and aesthetics. Located at 130 Touro Street, the space is beautifully designed. It highlights the Victorian charm and character that Newport is known for while encompassing a superior level of comfort and practicality in their treatment rooms. Founded by the esteemed Dr. Benjamin […]
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Cleanup begins as spring nor’easter moves on. But hundreds of thousands still lack power
By NICK PERRY and LISA RATHKE Associated Press GILFORD, N.H. (AP) — Snow showers lingered Friday as the cleanup began following a major spring storm that brought heavy snow, rain and high winds to the Northeast, left hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses without power, and contributed to at least two deaths. Well over a foot […]
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Rhode Island Airport Corporation to host virtual town hall meeting on General Aviation airports
The Rhode Island Airport Corporation (RIAC) will host a virtual town hall meeting on Wednesday, April 17, to discuss the current status of the state’s general aviation airports. The public information session will be held at noon and is open to local officials and members of the public. The session will be held via Zoom. […]
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Rep. Carson to host a Constituent Meeting on April 16
Rhode Island House Representative Lauren Carson will host a constituent meeting for District 75 residents on April 16, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM in The Friends Room at The Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St, Newport, RI 02840. Carson represents Newport House District 75 in the Rhode Island House of Representatives. The Representative […]
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April nor’easter with heavy, wet snow pounds Northeast, knocks out power to hundreds of thousands
By DAVE COLLINS Associated Press A major spring storm brought heavy snow, rain and high winds to the Northeast, downing trees and power lines and leaving nearly 700,000 homes and businesses without power at one point. A woman was killed by a falling tree in a New York City suburb and a second woman died […]
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Bruins beat Hurricanes 4-1 in matchup of playoff-bound teams
By BOB SUTTON Associated Press RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — David Pastrnak and Danton Heinen each had a goal and an assist in the first period and the Boston Bruins beat the Carolina Hurricanes 4-1 on Thursday night. Brad Marchand had the game’s first goal for the 400th of his career, Hampus Lindholm added an empty-netter […]
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Newport Flower Show returns to Rosecliff June 21 – 23; tickets go on sale on April 5
By The Preservation Society of Newport County Tickets for The Newport Flower Show, one of the most anticipated events of the Newport summer season, will be available to the public starting Friday, April 5. New England’s premier flower show is made possible by the ongoing support of longtime Presenting Sponsor Bartlett Tree Experts. Generous support […]
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Another endangered right whale dies after a collision with a ship off the East Coast
An increasingly deadly year for the endangered North Atlantic right whale got worse this week when another member of the species was killed in a collision with a ship, federal authorities said Thursday. The giant species of whale numbers less than 360 and is vulnerable to ship strikes and entanglement in fishing gear. The whales have suffered […]
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ALS drug will be pulled from US market after study showed patients didn’t benefit
By MATTHEW PERRONE AP Health Writer WASHINGTON (AP) — The maker of a drug for Lou Gehrig’s disease that recently failed in a large study said Thursday it will pull the medicine from the market, acknowledging it didn’t help patients with the deadly neurological condition. Amylyx Pharmaceuticals announced it will voluntarily halt sales and marketing of the […]
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Southern portion of Cliff Walk closed for repairs
Today, the City of Newport announced that a portion of the southern end of Newport’s idyllic Cliff Walk has been closed for repairs. According to the city, the decision was made out of an abundance of caution following the discovery of a sinkhole first reported by a community member through the City’s 311 ReportIt! Newport app. The roughly […]
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Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation awards $386,132 to 18 organizations in Rhode Island and Connecticut
The Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation has awarded $386,132 in funding to 18 organizations in Rhode Island and Connecticut as part of its Q1 2024 funding cycle. Harold Horvat, Centreville Bank President, CEO, and Chairman of the Board, said, “As a community bank, we believe that supporting organizations isn’t just about giving; it’s about investing in […]
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Rhode Island Foundation announces $4 million in scholarships for Rhode Island students
The Rhode Island Foundation has announced that $4 million in scholarships are available to students in Rhode Island who are pursuing higher education. The funds can be used to cover the cost of tuition, fees, and books. The scholarships are being made available by dozens of individual and organizational donors. One of the largest scholarships, […]
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One Tech Tip: How to use apps to track and photograph the total solar eclipse
Monday’s total solar eclipse might become one of the most filmed and photographed events of the year. As the moon passes in front of the sun, plunging a swath of North America into a few minutes of darkness, throngs will take pictures or videos of the moment. But powerful solar rays and drastic changes in lighting pose unique […]
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Rhode Island encourages residents to fly state flags in honor of Rhode Island Independence Day
The Rhode Island Department of State encourages residents to fly their Rhode Island state flags during May in honor of Rhode Island Independence Day on May 4. In honor of the holiday, the state will give out 100 flags to Rhode Islanders for free. The flags will be available to residents on a first-come, first-served […]
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Rhode Island delegation seeks updates on SBA loans for businesses impacted by Washington Bridge closure
Rhode Island’s congressional delegation is pushing the Small Business Administration for updates on how businesses impacted by the Washington Bridge closure are faring. In a letter to the SBA, the delegation noted that the closure of the bridge’s westbound span has had a major impact on traffic in the Providence area. Many businesses have been […]