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 […]
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Rhode Island sues Boeing over alleged safety lapses
Rhode Island General TreasurerJames Diossa today announced that the Employees’ Retirement System of Rhode Island has filed a securities class action against The Boeing Company, alleging serious safety lapses that led to numerous product diversions and safety issues. The lawsuit was filed in the United States District Court Eastern District of Virginia. It names as […]
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Superintendent Jermain joins What’sUpNewp for a live virtual video conversation on Jan. 31
With the school year half over, WhatsUpNewp will check in for our monthly videocast with Newport Schools’ Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain on Wednesday, January 31 at 1:30 pm, updating ongoing projects and looking at future funding, some of which is now in jeopardy. Statewide, COVID relief funds to school districts are drying up, and the […]
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Burma Road speed limit to drop to 35 mph on March 1
The speed limit on Burma Road, which runs through Middletown and Portsmouth, will be lowered starting March 1, according to an announcement made by Naval Station Newport. The new speed limit of 35 mph will take effect after nearly two years of the increased speed limit of 45 mph on most sections of the road. […]
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Grow Smart opposes RIPTA plan for a Providence transit hub
By Grow Smart staff At its Tuesday, January 30th Special Meeting, the RIPTA Board approved the awarding of a Preliminary Services Agreement for the P3 joint development of a new transit hub in Providence. Grow Smart RI Statement Grow Smart RI has been a leading champion for development of a modern, full service, indoor transit hub […]
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Rare whale found dead off Massachusetts may have been entangled, authorities say
A rare whale found dead off Massachusetts shows potential evidence of injury from entanglement in fishing gear, which is one of the most pressing threats to the vanishing species, federal authorities said. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said it was notified about the dead female North Atlantic right whale on Sunday off Martha’s Vineyard, […]
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Report: Roads in Rhode Island are worst in the nation, deteriorating the fastest
According to the American Society of Civil Engineers, the United States boasts an impressive interstate network of 4.2 million miles of roads—but underlying that reputation is a backlog of $786 billion in needed repairs. On average, the society estimates, American motorists spend a collective $130 billion on extra vehicle repairs and fuel costs as a […]
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$15.7 million coming to Rhode Island to help end homelessness
Over $15.7 million in federal funding is coming to Rhode Island to help address and end homelessness. U.S. Senator Jack Reed, a senior member of the Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development (THUD), on Monday announced $15,726,763 million in federal Continuum of Care (CoC) grants to help state and local agencies provide coordinated […]
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Tatum leads rally in 4th, Celtics snap 2-game home skid with 118-112 win over Pelicans
BOSTON (AP) — The Celtics began the season unbeatable in TD Garden. After back-to-back setbacks at home, they reminded New Orleans why they’ve been so tough to beat in their own building. Jayson Tatum scored 12 of his 26 points in the fourth quarter and Boston rallied past the Pelicans 118-112 on Monday night. The […]
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Kids Count snapshot: Kids living in poverty, foster care, or minorities are at risk
This year’s annual Kids Count, while recognizing some gains in Rhode Island, shows instead a dire situation for children who are in foster care, are members of minority groups, or those that live in poverty. The report was issued today with a long list of recommendations, many seeking funding for new or existing programs. Most […]
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Providence Performing Arts Center offering Arts Scholarships to Middle School Students
The Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) has announced that 60 to 80 middle school students will have the opportunity to receive $600 scholarships to enroll in summer arts classes. Donations from the Textron Charitable Trust, the Ocean State Charities Trust, PPAC’s Annual Fund donors, and WPRI 12 made the Arts Scholarships program possible. The program […]
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Rhode Island PBS invites Jamestown residents to participate in creating ‘Our Town: Jamestown’
Today, Rhode Island PBS announced Jamestown as the next stop for its Our Town documentary series and community project. Residents, business owners, organizations, and schools with stories to share about Jamestown are invited to volunteer as filmmakers and storytellers for the documentary. Part documentary film, community-building initiative, and fundraising effort, each edition of the Our […]