One hundred fifty 3rd graders from Pell Elementary School recently presented concluding performances from their weeklong Multicultural Movement residency with Newport Contemporary Ballet (NCB). NCB provides arts-integrated learning curricula to schools across Newport County. Six NCB dancers collaborated with Pell students to create original movement works inspired by the art and music of six different […]
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Newport Folk Festival announces Gillian Welch and David Rawlings’ return to Newport
The Newport Folk Festival kicked off lineup announcements for its 2024 event on Friday, February 2, with the news that Gillian Welch and David Rawlings would return to Newport. Welch and Rawlings, who was born in North Smithfield, Rhode Island, are a Grammy Award-winning American folk duo known for their distinctive blend of traditional folk, […]
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Weekly Recap: This Week at the Rhode Island General Assembly
Here are the highlights from this week’s events and news in the General Assembly. Check http://www.rilegislature.gov/pressrelease for more information. Legislators announce Working Families Agenda of 2024 legislative priorities A diverse group of 25 legislators came together Tuesday to announce their WorkingFamilies Agenda, a list of top priorities for the 2024 legislative session. This agendaincludes expanding […]
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Weekend Weather: Rain, Snow, and Sun
The National Weather Service has released a forecast for this weekend, indicating a chance of rain and snow showers. The forecast goes into effect on Friday, February 2, and runs through Sunday, February 4. According to the forecast, rain showers are possible before 11 p.m. on Friday, followed by a slight chance of snow showers […]
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RIDOT to test new I-195 West traffic pattern this weekend
The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) will begin testing a new traffic pattern on I-195 West starting this weekend in an effort to reduce congestion near the Washington Bridge. The new pattern will reduce the number of lanes on the interstate from three to two lanes, starting east of the East Shore Expressway entrance. […]
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Theo Epstein to return to Red Sox as advisor and part-owner of parent company, Fenway Sports Group
BOSTON (AP) — Theo Epstein, who as Red Sox general manager was the architect of two World Series championships, is returning to the organization as a minority owner and part-time senior adviser to its parent company, Fenway Sports Group. Epstein, who also helped the Chicago Cubs win the 2016 title — their first in 108 […]
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Potter League for Animals launches 8th Annual ‘P.S. I Love You Pet Calendar Photo Contest’
Potter League for Animals is thrilled to announce the launch of its renowned “P.S. I Love You Pet Calendar Photo Contest” for the 8th consecutive year. This beloved annual contest is a crucial fundraiser, raising over $60,000 last year. These vital funds are essential to support our diverse programs, services, and the anticipated assistance for over 15,000 […]
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Security exercises to be held at Naval Station Newport Feb. 5 – 16
Naval Station Newport announced on Thursday that it will join Navy installations nationwide in conducting their annual two-part force protection exercise Citadel Shield-Solid Curtain (CS-SC) February 5-16, 2024. “The Navy has a responsibility to ensure the safety and security of its personnel, assets, resources and installations,” said Capt. Henry Roenke, commanding officer, Naval Station Newport […]
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People’s Credit Union provides donation for Portsmouth Little League field lights
People’s Credit Union has announced a $750 donation to support the Portsmouth Little League’s Sherman Field in an effort to provide lights for the field’s 340 participants and their families. The lights will help the Little League extend its field days and nights, as many children and families go to the field after sundown. Courtney […]
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Rhode Island State Police make arrest for Newport Police-related incidents
Rhode Island State Police arrested a Jamestown resident on Monday, stemming from charges from Newport Police. Police say Lizaida Ramos Cotto, 36, of Jamestown, was arrested on a warrant for failure to appear at a pretrial hearing for domestic violence vandalism. At 10:32 am on Thursday, February 1, Rhode Island State Troopers arrested Lizaida Ramos […]
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City of Newport to discuss planned water main repairs at public meeting
The City of Newport will be holding a public meeting to discuss the planned repairs to a failed water main at Washington Square and Thames Street. The City said the water main needs to be replaced, and the repairs will take several weeks. The work will require a detour around the work zone. The City […]
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Rhode Island invests in affordable, energy-efficient housing with $500,000 in funding
The Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources (OER), along with RIHousing and the Rhode Island Energy (RIE), have announced the funding of four affordable, energy-efficient homes in Providence, Hopkinton, and Tiverton. The $500,000 in funding for the homes is part of the Zero Energy for the Ocean State (ZEOS) Demonstration Program, which is focused on […]
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Dr. Michael Fine: What’s crazy about health insurance and private equity
A woman in Buffalo, NY, a nurse who works per diem with a primary care doctor, loses her insurance. She’s on medication for a chronic disease, and the medication runs out. So, she calls her doctor to schedule an appointment. But her doctor won’t see her. You don’t have insurance, she is told. Okay, she […]
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Rhode Island Music Hall of Fame announces Class of 2024
The Rhode Island Music Hall of Fame (RIMHOF) has announced its 2024 inductees. The four new members will be Harry Allen, Dr. George Kent, Shawnn Monteiro, and Daryl Sherman. It was also announced that this year’s induction ceremonies and concert events will take place on two days – April 28 and May 19 – as […]
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Nine new additions join the ‘Breaking Boundaries in Black Tennis’ digital exhibit at the International Tennis Hall of Fame
The International Tennis Hall of Fame has announced nine new additions to the digital exhibit Breaking Boundaries in Black Tennis that will be highlighted as part of the ITHF’s Black History Month celebrations in the United States. Launched in February 2022, Breaking Boundaries is a unique living exhibit that spotlights the breakthroughs, evolution, and impact of Black tennis players […]
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‘Jaws’ portrayed sharks as monsters 50 years ago, but it also inspired a generation of shark scientists
Gavin Naylor, University of Florida Human fear of sharks has deep roots. Written works and art from the ancient world contain references to sharks preying on sailors as early as the eighth century B.C.E. Relayed back to land, stories about shark encounters have been embellished and amplified. Together with the fact that from time to […]
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Newport Polo announces 2024 schedule
The Newport International Polo Series XXXIII announced its 2024 schedule of polo matches today, including its most popular rivalries against England, Ireland, Jamaica, and Italy this season. The 18-week Series will feature international teams, city teams, and regional rivals competing against USA and Newport. Opening day for the Newport International Polo Series will be on […]
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Rhode Island League of Cities and Towns announces 2024 Legislative Priorities
The Rhode Island League of Cities and Towns has announced its priorities for the 2024 legislative session, with a focus on housing and land use, education aid, and improving the quality of life. The League, which represents municipal leaders across the state, has outlined a number of key objectives for the next legislative session, including […]
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Rhode Island Foundation offers $5,000 grants for travel and discovery
The Rhode Island Foundation has announced that they are taking applications for $5,000 grants for travel and discovery. The grants are being made available through the Michael P. Metcalf Memorial Fund. The fund has awarded over 100 students in the past to travel to different parts of the world. Past recipients have gone to Appalachia, […]
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Middletown Public Schools seeks community input for new superintendent search
Middletown Public Schools has begun a search for a new superintendent of schools as part of a collaboration with the New England School Development Council (NESDEC), the district announced. As part of the search, the school committee is seeking feedback from parents and community members about what they are looking for in the next superintendent […]
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People’s Credit Union supports Newport Lions Club’s Eye Health Program
People’s Credit Union has announced a $750 donation to support the Newport Lions Club’s Eye Health Program. This donation will help the organization continue to provide eye screenings for children on Aquidneck Island and distribute collected eyeglasses to needy children, adults, and the elderly. The Newport Lions Club’s Eye Health Program serves as a critical […]
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Jayson Tatum scores 30, comes up with late blocks as Celtics hold off Pacers 129-124
BOSTON (AP) — The Celtics have won plenty of games this season by overpowering teams with their offense. They reminded the Pacers they are just as elite on the defensive end. Jayson Tatum scored 30 points and had two blocks in the final 30 seconds to help Boston hold off Indiana 129-124 on Tuesday night. […]
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RIPTA announces Phase 1 of the Providence Transit Center Project
The Board of Directors of the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) has approved a contract with Next Wave Rhode Island Partners for the first phase of a public-private partnership (P3). The partnership aims to design and construct a new transit center in Providence. Next Wave Partners is a consortium comprised of a number of […]
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Best-performing Rhode Island stocks last week
Stacker compiled a list of the best-performing stocks in Rhode Island last week using data from IEX Cloud. Stocks are ranked by the highest percent price change from Jan. 19 to Jan. 26. Stocks headquartered in Rhode Island, listed on the Russell 3000 membership list, and a market cap over $5.0 billion on April 14th […]
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Avoiding Romance Scams: They steal your heart…to get your money
All crimes that seek to steal money or sensitive information through deception are loathsome. But perhaps the most pernicious involves crimes of the heart. Online romance fraud is rampant and growing according to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), and it isn’t just dating sites where these criminals lurk. These are some key things to look […]