Three local social service agencies are urging elected officials not to cut RIPTA Bus 68, warning that it would have dire consequences for their clients. In a joint press release, Child & Family, Newport Mental Health, and the Newport County YMCA said that if Bus 68 is cut, it would have a devastating impact on […]
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A bill encouraging post-pandemic outdoor dining in Rhode Island is served up to governor
By STEVE LeBLANC Associated Press A bill that would set standards for cities and towns to regulate outdoor dining has landed on Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee’s desk. The bill approved by the General Assembly on Thursday would let communities limit the capacity of outdoor dining but would not allow municipalities to ban outdoor dining […]
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Road Report: Schedule of lane closures and road construction projects (Feb. 10 – 17)
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 Updates February 11 – 17, 2024 Newport Claiborne Pell BridgeUpcoming improvements in the roadway between the old […]
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Weekly Highlights: This week at the Rhode Island General Assembly
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. General Assembly passes bill to permanently allow outdoor diningThe General Assembly passed legislation (2024-H 7064A, 2024-S 2028A) sponsoredby Rep. Carol Hagan McEntee (D-Dist. 33, South Kingstown, Narragansett) and […]
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Handsome Romulus is looking for his new home
Meet your new best friend, Romulus – this week’s Adoptable Pet of the week. Available for adoption at the Potter League for Animals in Middletown, Romulus is an approximately 2-year-old male mixed breed. “This handsome boy is looking for his new home. Sometimes, he is picky about his company, so if there is another dog […]
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Arts and Cultural Alliance of Newport County to highlight Rose Island Artists’ Residency Program at Arts Around the Fire Event
The Arts and Cultural Alliance of Newport County will host its next Arts Around the Fire event on February 21, 2024, to highlight the Rose Island Artists’ Residency program. The free event will occur at Parlor Bar and Restaurant at 200 Broadway in Newport from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The event will showcase information […]
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‘The Love Boat’-themed cruise, with its iconic original cast, will stop in Newport this September
You’re in luck if you’re a fan of the iconic “The Love Boat” series. Princess Cruises is bringing back some of the show’s most beloved cast members for an all-new adventure, and the ship is stopping in Newport, Rhode Island, this September. The company announced the second season of The Love Boat-themed cruise on Friday, […]
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Rhode Island restaurant owner joins National Restaurant Association Board of Directors
Bill Kitsilis, owner of Angelo’s Palace Pizza in Cumberland and Antonio’s Pizza by the Slice in several other locations, has been named to the National Restaurant Association Board of Directors. Kitsilis, a graduate of Providence College and Boston College, began as an apprentice in the pizza industry at his parents’ restaurant. He later rose through […]
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Where refugees in Rhode Island are arriving from
During the past five decades, the U.S. has resettled over 3 million refugees, making it one of the leading countries for finding new homes for people fleeing violence, persecution, and war. In 2021, then-President Donald Trump lowered the annual cap of refugees that could be admitted into the country to 15,000. Even as the Biden […]
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Newport Chamber of Commerce launches 2024 Founders’ Dinner Program to support local startup founders
The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce has announced that it is launching its 2024 Founders’ Dinner program to support local startup founders. The program aims to provide an exclusive platform for startup founders to collaborate and thrive. This is the second consecutive year that the program will be offered. The Founders’ Dinners are a confidential […]
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Ragged Island Brewing brews ‘Hanging Rock IPA’ for Norman Bird Sanctuary’s 75th Anniversary
On February 7, the Norman Bird Sanctuary welcomed over 60 supporters and friends at Ragged Island Brewing Company for a celebratory toast with a special edition of “Hanging Rock IPA” brewed in honor of the nonprofit organization’s 75th anniversary. A partnership between the local brewery and nature center, the release of the Hanging Rock IPA […]
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Opinion – Tracy Clements Anthony: My Turn – We’ve gone ‘round on this long enough
We’re a local, family market. By Aquidneck Island and for Aquidneck Island. We’ve been there for your everyday routine, some of the most memorable events in your lives, and overall just a subtle fixture of the families of this corner of the state for decades. Many of you know that my family started Clements’ Marketplace […]
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Rhode Island Lottery awaits $1M Mega Millions winner
The Rhode Island Lottery is eagerly awaiting the arrival of a $1,000,000 Mega Millions winner to come forward to claim the prize. The winning ticket for the February 2 drawing was sold at Stop & Shop at 605 Metacom Ave. in Bristol. The ticket matched all five numbers, but not the Mega Ball number, bringing […]
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Rhode Island Sports Commission sees $12M boost in first quarter
The Rhode Island Sports Commission is seeing a $12 million boost in sales for hotel rooms, visitors, and the state economy as a whole in the first three months of 2024. The increase is due to 14 events taking place across Rhode Island, including two 15,000-person cheerleading competitions and the NCAA Division I Men’s Ice […]
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Innovate Newport launches Industry Spotlight Series
Innovate Newport announced the launch today of its new Industry Spotlight Series, a bi-monthly event series designed to connect early-stage companies with industry leaders. “As the Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, I am excited to introduce the Industry Spotlight Series, which aims to empower and catalyze the growth of our local businesses,” said Mollie Frazer […]
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2 JetBlue planes make contact at Logan Airport, wingtip touches tail
BOSTON (AP) — Two JetBlue planes made contact Thursday morning at Boston Logan International Airport, with one wingtip touching another plane’s tail. No one was hurt and both flights were canceled, Jennifer Mehigan of the Massachusetts Port Authority said in an email. The left winglet of JetBlue Flight 777 struck the right horizontal stabilizer of […]
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Rhode Island FC single-match tickets on sale now
Rhode Island FC announced today that single-match tickets for the 2024 USL Championship regular season home campaign are on sale now. The club kicks off the 2024 season on Saturday, March 16, against New Mexico United (4 p.m.) at Beirne Stadium on the Bryant University campus. Single-match tickets for the 2024 season start at just […]
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Stage musical ‘The Queen of Versailles’ starring Kristin Chenoweth to make Boston bow this summer
By MARK KENNEDY AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Visitors to Boston this summer will get a treat: A stage show that reunites singer-actor Kristin Chenoweth with her “Wicked” songwriter Stephen Schwartz. Chenoweth will star as socialite Jacqueline “Jackie” Siegel in the live adaptation of the 2012 documentary film “The Queen of Versailles.” The musical will make its […]
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What’s On The Docket: Newport City Council’s Regular Council Meeting on Feb. 14
Newport City Council will host a Regular Council Meeting on Wednesday, February 14, at 6:30 pm. The meeting, which is open to the public, will be held in the Council Chambers at Newport City Hall. Here’s a look at what’s on the docket; CITY OF NEWPORT DOCKET FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 14, […]
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Patriots long snapper Joe Cardona is the 2023 USAA Salute to Service Award winner
By ROB MAADDI AP Pro Football Writer LAS VEGAS (AP) — New England Patriots long snapper Joe Cardona is the USAA 2023 Salute to Service award winner. Cardona, a lieutenant from the Naval Academy, beat out Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones and San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle for the honor. The […]
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Lane restrictions coming this spring to the Mount Hope Bridge
The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA) released details of scheduled lane restrictions on the Mount Hope Bridge this spring today. Cable air flow testing, part of the design of the Mount Hope Dehumidification project, is scheduled to begin on March 11. During this initial phase of work, traffic on the bridge will be […]
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Public hearing to be held on dredge permit application for offshore wind project in Portsmouth
The Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is announcing that its Office of Customer and Technical Assistance (OCTA) has scheduled a public comment hearing on Feb. 22, in accordance with the Administrative Procedures Act, on the application request of SouthCoast Wind Energy LLC for a State of Rhode Island Dredge Permit, that includes a State of Rhode Island Water Quality Certification pursuant to Section 401 of […]
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Newport compared to the South of France on NBC’s ‘Today Show’
Newport was recently featured on NBC’s TODAY SHOW on Monday, January 29. Presented by the Editor in Chief of Travel & Leisure, the segment highlighted “Travel Swaps” – less expensive or easier to get to destinations. Screenshot via NBC’s Today Show During the segment, Newport was compared to the South of France and The Breakers, Marble […]
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Tiverton Police and community rally to support 7-year-old Liam Chapman battling leukemia
The Tiverton Police Department is asking for the community’s help in raising money for a 7-year-old Tiverton boy battling leukemia. Liam Chapman was diagnosed with leukemia in November and now faces two years of treatment. Donations will help cover the treatment costs, which may include chemotherapy, steroids, and physical therapy. A fundraising basketball tournament will […]
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Rhode Island House of Representatives votes to advance legislation making outdoor dining permanent
The Rhode Island House of Representatives voted Tuesday to advance legislation allowing local governments to make outdoor dining permanent, a practice that gained popularity during the pandemic. The bill, sponsored by state Rep. Carol McEntee, would empower local municipalities to adopt ordinances that limit outdoor dining on public property capacity, or that require barriers for […]