Middletown will receive $462,434 to replace the HVAC system and the dispatch consoles at the Middletown Police Station. The funding will also be used to upgrade the station’s communications capabilities. The town also plans to purchase two new radio repeaters for regional public safety communications. The funding is part of the state’s Municipal Public Safety […]
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The siren song of Rhode Island birding
As the climate becomes milder, the first signs of spring appear: longer days, green shoots and budding flowers, and, most importantly for some Rhode Islanders, chirping birdsong. The trills and warbles are not only avian conversation starters for other birds – “My territory!” or “Mate please?” for example – but are also a siren song […]
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Middletown Police searching for missing 17-year-old Owen Cameron
The Middletown Police Department is still looking for a 17-year-old boy who was reportedly last seen leaving his job at Anthony’s Seafood in Middletown on the night of Saturday, March 23, 2024. Owen Cameron was last seen leaving the seafood restaurant at around 7 p.m., according to police. He was wearing a navy blue Anthony’s […]
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Celebrate and explore Newport’s historic burial sites this April and May
Submitted by Lew Keen This April and May, Rhode Island will promote awareness of its historic burial sites. While events occur across the state, many can be enjoyed in the City of Newport. All events are free but may require registration, and they are listed below. The exhibit at the Newport Library provides a good […]
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Senator Whitehouse: More than $20.2 million is heading to R.I. to support 36 local projects
U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse today announced that more than $20.2 million is heading to Rhode Island to support a total of 36 local projects that will help strengthen community-based programs and create jobs for Rhode Islanders. Whitehouse voted Saturday to pass a package of six fiscal year 2024 appropriations bills, sending it to President Biden’s […]
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Wintry weather blankets New England and California mountains, storm expected in central regions
By STEVE LeBLANC Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — It may officially be spring, but wintry weather blanketed the U.S. on Saturday with New England and California seeing a mix of rain, heavy snow and gusty winds. In the West, a winter storm warning was in effect through Sunday morning for parts of the Sierra Nevada, […]
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Jaylen Brown scores 33 points, NBA-leading Celtics beat Pistons 129-102 for 8th straight win
By DAVE HOGG Associated Press DETROIT (AP) — Jaylen Brown scored 33 points and the NBA-leading Boston Celtics won their eighth straight game, beating the short-handed Detroit Pistons 129-102 on Friday night. “It’s an honor to coach Jaylen when is playing like this,” Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla said. “He’s processing every possession on both ends […]
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RIDOT provides an update on the Pell Bridge Ramps Phase 2 project
The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) provided today’s weekly update on the Pell Bridge Ramps Phase 2 project. Starting Friday night, April 5 at 5 p.m. through Monday morning, April 8 at 7 a.m., extended weekend left lane closures are scheduled on both Route 138 East and West, between the Pell Bridge and JT Connell Highway […]
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Vermont House passes a bill to restrict a pesticide that is toxic to bees
MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) — Vermont’s House of Representatives on Friday passed a bill to severely restrict a type of pesticide that’s toxic to bees and other pollinators. The bill will now go to the Senate. Representatives said Vermont was home to more than 300 native bee species and thousands of pollinator species, but many were […]
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Recap: This week at the Rhode Island General Assembly (March 18 – 22)
By the Rhode Island Legislative Press Bureau Here are the highlights from news and events that took place in the General Assembly this week. For more information on any of these items, visit http://www.rilegislature.gov/pressrelease. Senate OKs bill requiring safe storage of firearmsThe Senate approved legislation sponsored by Sen. Pamela J. Lauria (D-Dist. 32,Barrington, Bristol, East […]
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Road Report: Schedule of lane closures and road construction projects (March 23 – 30)
The following road and lane closure notices have been scheduled by the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) and Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA).All schedules are weather-dependent and subject to change. RITBA Weekly Lane Closure UpdatesMarch 24 – 30, 2024 Newport Claiborne Pell Bridge Upcoming improvements in the roadway between the old toll […]
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Heavy rainfall is expected this weekend, flood watch issued
As parts of southern New England are expected to face heavy rainfall on Saturday and Sunday, the National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut. The flood watch goes into effect at 6 a.m. on Saturday and will remain in effect through 7 p.m. on Sunday. It covers the […]
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U.S. Naval War College hosts Symposium at Naval Postgraduate School to address integrated deterrence on maritime statecraft
By Leisa Premdas, U.S. Naval War College Public Affairs NEWPORT, RI – U.S. Naval War College (NWC) hosted Strait of Denial: Exploring Alternatives for Maritime Statecraft towards China, a symposium focused on integrated deterrence and the United States-People’s Republic of China (U.S.-PRC) great power competition at the Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) in Monterey, CA, March […]
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Rhode Island lawmakers propose ban on PFAS chemicals in consumer products
Two Rhode Island lawmakers have introduced legislation that would ban the use of PFAS chemicals in many consumer products, including nonstick cookware and stain-resistant carpets. Legislation sponsored by state Sen. Meghan Kallman (D-Dist. 15, Pawtucket, Providence) and state Rep. Terri Cortvriend (D-Dist. 72, Portsmouth, Middletown) would require the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management to […]
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Congressman Amo co-leads the “Destroy Zombie Guns Act” to curb gun violence
Four U.S. Congressional members, including Congressman Gabe Amo (RI-01). have introduced legislation aimed at closing what they say is a “zombie gun” loophole that allows some parts of a gun to be destroyed and resold as a kit. The Destroy Zombie Guns Act would require gun destruction companies to destroy the entire gun, including the […]
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On The Market: A look at this weekend’s open houses in Newport County (March 23 – 24)
Whether you’re a seasoned buyer on the lookout for your next investment or a curious explorer eager to discover what the market has to offer, Open Houses stand as beacons of possibility in the world of property acquisition. These events, often overlooked amidst the digital age of virtual tours and online listings, remain unparalleled in […]
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Amid migrant crisis, Massachusetts debates how best to keep families housed
BOSTON (AP) — The Massachusetts Senate has approved limits on how long homeless families can stay in emergency state shelters as part of an $850 million plan to fund the system at the center of the migrant crisis. Under the bill approved late Thursday by a vote of 32-8, the state would limit maximum stays to nine […]
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Buckets & Bubbles: Winner Winner to pop up at Tiny Bar in Providence on March 24
Ready for a Newport throwback Sunday in Providence? Winner Winner will pop up at Tiny Bar in Providence for some Sunday shenanigans on March 24, 2024. At the popular “intimate jewel box bar”, Winner Winner will offer fried chicken drizzled with honey, sprinkled with Maldon salt, fried garlic, and fried Rosemary. Buckets of chicken will […]
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Bird flu is decimating seal colonies. Scientists don’t know how to stop it
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — Avian influenza is killing tens of thousands of seals and sea lions in different corners of the world, disrupting ecosystems and flummoxing scientists who don’t see a clear way to slow the devastating virus. The worldwide bird flu outbreak that began in 2020 has led to the deaths of millions of domesticated birds […]
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Nation’s largest printmaking organization brings international conference to Providence
Providence will shine as “The Creative Capital” as hundreds of printmakers and arts professionals from around the country – and the world – gather for the Southern Graphic Council (SGC) International 2024 conference. The four-day event, open to artists at any stage of their careers, highlights some of the area’s premier arts institutions and organizations, […]
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Appeals court orders judge to probe claims of juror bias in Boston Marathon bomber’s case
By ALANNA DURKIN RICHER Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — A federal appeals court on Thursday ordered the judge who oversaw Boston Marathon bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev’s trial to investigate the defense’s claims of juror bias and determine whether his death sentence should stand. A three-judge panel of the Boston-based 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals did not throw […]
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City of Newport breaks ground on Wellington Ave Tide Gate project
The City of Newport announced on Thursday afternoon that its Utilities Department broke ground this week on an infrastructure project that will include installing a Tide Gate on Wellington Avenue. The roughly $1.6 million project, which includes $500,000 in grant funding, is expected to eliminate dry-weather flooding and cut down on wet-weather flooding by up […]
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Study: 1 in 356 people in Newport County are grandparents caring for grandchildren
Every family looks a little different. In some parts of the U.S., a family structure where grandparents take on guardian responsibilities for their young grandchildren is fairly common. These families are referred to as “grandfamilies,” or “kinship families.” Kinship families can also refer to a family where someone other than a grandparent is stepping in […]
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Spring snowfall in parts of northern US follows mild winter of canceled ski trips and festivals
By HEATHER HOLLINGSWORTH and TODD RICHMOND Associated Press MADISON, Wis. (AP) — After a season with very little snow, a blast of snowy weather could dump a foot or more in some northern states, just as spring officially arrives. Parts of Montana, the Dakotas, Minnesota, Illinois and Wisconsin are under winter weather advisories, with snow expected […]
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Coast Guard seeks public comment on proposed safety zones for Revolution Wind Farm project
A proposed 67-zone safety area could help prevent collisions during construction of offshore wind farms. The Coast Guard is seeking public comment on the temporary safety zones. The proposed zones are part of the area around the Revolution Wind Farm project, located 17 miles southeast of Point Judith, Rhode Island. The project consists of 65 […]