Perhaps more than any other holiday season, Christmas is full of nostalgia. As the years go on, whether anyone likes it or not, it can be nearly impossible to avoid memories of the seasons that have passed and Christmas traditions around the tree, whether spent with family or alone. As different as those holiday memories […]
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What’s Up this week in Newport: Dec. 12 – 17
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport, Rhode Island this week and weekend! Organizing an event? Submit events to What’sUpNewp! Tuesday, December 12 THINGS TO DO Christmas in Newport throughout Newport Holidays at the Newport Mansions 5 pm: Meet and Greet with Santa at Fifth Element 6:30 pm: Run Newport x Hoka 3rd Annual Eggnog Mile […]
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Newsletter – What’s Up in Newport: Tuesday, December 12
Good Morning! Today is Tuesday, December 12, 2023. 🚧 The I-195 westbound side of the Washington Bridge will be closed until further notice because of a critical failure with some of the original bridge components, RIDOT officials announced Monday afternoon. Read More 🚀 Rep. Gabe Amo will likely serve on the House Committee on Science, Space, […]
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Join the final push to reach $1 million for Friends of Newport Skatepark
Submitted by Friends of Newport Skatepark As 2023 draws to a close, the Friends of Newport Skatepark are edging closer to an ambitious $1 million fundraising goal. With $860,693 already secured, the community’s support is crucial in these final weeks to “Close the Gap.” This year’s efforts have been truly remarkable, and the anticipated Newport […]
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Hasbro cuts 1,100 jobs, or 20% of its workforce, prompted by the ongoing malaise in the toy business
NEW YORK (AP) — Toy maker Hasbro said Monday it is cutting about 1,100 jobs, or 20% of its workforce, as the malaise in the toy business extends through another holiday shopping season. The nearly century-old Rhode Island-based company behind Monopoly, Play-Doh and My Little Pony toys disclosed the layoffs in a memo to employees […]
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Westbound side of Washington Bridge to be closed due to critical failure
The I-195 westbound side of the Washington Bridge will be closed until further notice because of a critical failure with some of the original bridge components, Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) officials announced Monday afternoon. Department of Transportation Director Peter Alviti, Jr., will hold a press conference at 5 p.m. to discuss the closure. […]
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Nonprofits invited to submit nominations for Newport International Polo Charity Ball beneficiary
The Newport International Polo Charity Ball is one of the most anticipated events of the summer season, and now organizations have the opportunity to make it a sell-out once again by submitting a nomination to be the beneficiary of the 2024 event. For over two decades, the annual black-tie ball has been sold out. The […]
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Newport City Council to host workshop with State Legislative Delegation on Jan. 6
The City of Newport’s legislative priorities for 2024 will be the topic of discussion when Newport City Council and the State Legislative Delegation meet on January 6, 2024. The joint workshop will be held at 10 am in the City Council Chambers at Newport City Hall. The meeting is open to the public.
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Commercial fishermen need more support for substance abuse and fatigue, lawmakers say
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — A federal program that protects the health and wellbeing of commercial fishermen should be expanded to include substance use disorder and worker fatigue, a group of lawmakers from New England and Alaska said. The lawmakers want to expand a federal commercial fishing occupational safety program that funds research and training. The […]
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Health officials urge Rhode Islanders to get vaccinated before holiday gatherings
With many Rhode Islanders preparing to travel and attend holiday gatherings, health officials are urging people to get vaccinated to help prevent the spread of illness. The Rhode Island Department of Health said everyone older than six months should get a flu shot and a COVID-19 booster, if they have not already received one. Health […]
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Snowfall, rain, gusty winds hit Northeast as Tennessee recovers from deadly tornadoes
A combination of heavy rain, snow, and wind brought threats of flooding and power outages to the Northeast on Monday, part of the same storm system that killed six people in Tennessee, where tornadoes toppled houses and tens of thousands of people lost power in the wintry weather. The National Weather Service issued winter storm warnings through […]
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Vehicle rolls over on Route 138
A vehicle rolled over off Route 138 west just past the toll plaza Monday morning, Jamestown Volunteer Fire Department officials said in a Facebook post. The driver was able to get out of the car and was taken to the hospital with injuries that aren’t believed to be life-threatening, the post said. The fire department […]
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Special Kay seeks forever loving home
Meet your new best friend, Kay – this week’s adoptable dog of the week! Available for adoption at Potter League for Animals’ Animal Care and Adoption Center in Middletown, Kay is a 3-year-old female mixed-breed. Kay. Photo Credit: Potter League for Animals “We cordially invite you to meet our special girl, whom we fondly named […]
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Santa’s nightly rides around Newport begin Tuesday
Santa will begin his nightly rides around Newport on Tuesday, December 12. The Fire Department shared the exciting news on their Facebook page and announced that they will provide a link on their Facebook Page each night for a live tracker so kids can follow along as he makes his deliveries. Santa will leave from […]
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Newsletter: What’s Up in Newport – Monday, December 11
Good Morning! Today is Monday, December 11, 2023. Despite a warning on Sunday that they may have to restrict access to bridges overnight due to high winds, RITBA hasn’t restricted access to any bridges. Currently, 64 active power outages across Rhode Island affect 1,101 Rhode Island Energy customers. No outages are currently reported in Newport County. See More […]
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Skiing Santas hit the slopes in Maine
NEWRY, Maine (AP) — Ho ho ho, away they go — Santa’s helpers took the day off on Sunday with a few hundred of the jolly ol’ elves hitting the slopes. With beards and stocking caps flapping, some 300 red-suited Santas were lively and quick at the foggy Sunday River ski resort in western Maine […]
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RITBA: Access to bridges may be restricted tonight due to high winds
The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA) on Sunday morning said in a press release that it anticipates that it may restrict access to some or all of its bridges (the Newport Pell, Mount Hope, Jamestown Verrazzano and Sakonnet River Bridges) this evening and into tomorrow morning due to high winds. According to RITBA’s […]
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USPS Holiday Hours: What’s open and closed?
The United States Postal Service has announced its holiday hours for the winter season. All USPS branches and blue collection boxes will close for Christmas and New Year’s Day. Post offices will close on Saturday, Dec. 23 and Saturday, Dec. 30, however, some locations may choose to remain open. Customers are encouraged to check with […]
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Immigrants fuel a New England workforce that is aging
While some politicians in Washington rail against immigration, particularly undocumented immigrants, the reality is that the country, including New England, is becoming more dependent on immigrants to fill job vacancies. More than 17 percent of workers in New England and across the country are foreign born, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston. Goldman […]
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NUWC Division Newport employees share what inspired them while serving in the military
By NUWC Division Newport Public Affairs NEWPORT, R.I. – During recent gatherings at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport employees shared what they learned from their military service and what inspires them to keep serving. During a presentation of “The Knot: Stories from the Workforce,” held on Nov. 9 four employees discussed the lessons learned […]
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Rhode Island Road Report: Dec. 9 – 16
Here are the weekly road construction reports from the Rhode Island Turnpike & Bridge Authority (RITBA) and Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT). All schedules are weather-dependent. Rhode Island Turnpike & Bridge Authority December 10 – 16, 2023 Newport Claiborne Pell BridgeUpcoming improvements in the roadway between the old toll plaza and the bridge, which are […]
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Local students named to high honor, honors list at Pomfret school
Norah Robinson of Newport (Class of 2026) has been named to the fall 2023 high honor list at The Pomfret School, according to a release. To achieve this honor, Robinson had to earn a grade point average of 3.670 or higher, with no grade lower than a B+. James Haley of Portsmouth (Class of 2026) […]
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RIDOT provides weekly Pell Bridge Ramps Phase 2 project update
The Rhode Island Department of Transportation today provided the following project update on Pell Bridge Ramps Phase 2; Tonight at 8 p.m., we are scheduled to permanently close the old Downtown Newport exit. Motorists are encouraged to use the new ramp system to access Downtown Newport currently being built as part of this project. Following the closure, we […]
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Coastal Flood Watch Issued for Rhode Island
Minor to moderate coastal flooding is possible for Rhode Island late Sunday night through Monday morning, according to the National Weather Service. A Coastal Flood Watch has been issued for the entire state. The watch goes into effect at 4 a.m. Sunday and expires at 8 a.m. Monday. The weather service says minor to moderate […]
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Somerset man charged in Portsmouth DUI Crash
An 18-year-old Somerset man is facing serious charges after he allegedly drove drunk, passed a car going the wrong way on West Main Road and crashed, seriously injuring himself and a juvenile who were in the car with him. David Menezes was charged with driving under the influence of liquor or drugs causing serious bodily […]