The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) announced today that it will temporarily restrict access to parts of Fort Adams State Park in Newport to ensure the smooth running of the upcoming Newport Folk Festival and Newport Jazz Festival. The restrictions, which will be in effect July 22-31, will affect shore access to recreational and […]
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Biden announces modest climate actions; pledges more to come
By SEUNG MIN KIM and MATTHEW DALY Associated Press SOMERSET, Mass. (AP) — President Joe Biden on Wednesday announced modest new steps to combat climate change and promised more robust action to come, saying, “This is an emergency and I will look at it that way.” The president stopped short, though, of declaring a formal climate emergency, which Democrats […]
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Investigation: Governor McKee’s chief of staff did not break law
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee’s former chief of staff did not break the law when he personally involved himself in efforts to secure approval to develop some wetlands he had a financial interest in, but he did show “poor judgment,” state Attorney General Peter Neronha said in a report released Wednesday. […]
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Newport City Council to host its next regular meeting on July 27, here’s what’s on the docket
Newport City Council will host its next Regular Meeting on Wednesday, July 27 at 6 pm in the Council Chambers at Newport City Hall. Here’s a look at what’s on the docket ( supporting attachments will be available on the City of Newport’s website). CITY OF NEWPORT DOCKET FOR A REGULAR MEETING JULY 27, 2022 The […]
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RIPTA’s new bus Route 68 benefits Middletown and Newport residents
Health and human service nonprofits located along RIPTA’s new Route 68 are encouraging residents to take advantage of the free “city to beach” shuttle this summer, particularly if they need to get to one of their sites. Route 68 service connects neighborhoods in the north end of Newport to local beaches. Its route includes a […]
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What’s Up Today: July 20, 2022
Support What’sUpNewp Good Morning, today is Wednesday, July 20. 🌊 President Joe Biden will announce new actions on climate change during a visit today to a former coal-fired power plant in Somerset, Massachusetts, that is shifting to offshore wind manufacturing. 🌊 WUN’s Frank Prosnitz with the latest on Election 2022: Election 2022: Gorbea urges McKee to back abortion legislation, McKee to […]
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Election 2022: Gorbea urges McKee to back abortion legislation, McKee to be endorsed by healthcare union, Magaziner
Gorbea urges McKee to ensure passage of the Equality in Abortion Coverage Act.Secretary of State Nellie Gorbea yesterday (Tuesday) called on Governor Dan McKee to utilize every tool at his discretion to get the Equality in Abortion Coverage Act passed. Later in the day, McKee told the media that he would make passage of the […]
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AP source: Biden holds off on climate emergency declaration
By SEUNG MIN KIM, CHRIS MEGERIAN and MATTHEW DALY Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden will travel to Massachusetts on Wednesday to promote his efforts to combat climate change but will stop short of issuing an emergency declaration that would unlock federal resources to deal with the issue, according to a person familiar with the […]
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AARP and FEMA release new resources to help local communities
Submitted by AARP Rhode Island As the United States enters peak hurricane season, AARP and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) have released new resources to help local officials and emergency managers protect older adults in their communities before, during and after natural disasters and support communities in mitigating the effects of extreme weather events. […]
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How gas prices have changed in Rhode Island in the last week
The national average price for regular gasoline is $4.52 per gallon—down 15 cents in the last week, according to AAA data from Monday, July 18. This consistent decline is driven by lower global oil demand and lower crude prices. At home, people are driving less, while gasoline stocks increase. According to the Energy Information Administration, […]
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What’s Up Today: July 19, 2022
Good Morning, today is Tuesday, July 19. 🌊 A Newport Folk Festival veteran is returning to the area for a concert on Folk Festival eve, Thursday, July 21. Laura Veirs is headlining a show at Newport Vineyards on Thursday at 6:30 PM along with openers Brooklyn songwriter Mary-Elaine Jenkins and Richmond, VA-based Andy Jenkins. Thanks […]
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Adoptable Dog of the Week: Dixon
Meet your new best friend, Dixon– this week’s Adoptable Dog of the Week! The Potter League for Animals shares on their website that Dixon is an 8-year-old male Mixed Breed. Dixon is considered a medium-sized dog, weighing between 20 -59 pounds. Here’s what else Potter League for Animals has to say about Dixon; We’re beyond […]
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Morgenthau, Segal qualify for Congressional race, Munoz for governor
The fields have once again expanded for governor and U.S. House of Representatives, as the Secretary of State’s election website continues to update postings for the number of signatures collected by candidates for offices across the state. Two candidates for the second Congressional district – Sarah Morganthau and David Segal — who appeared shy of […]
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Rhode Island sues 5 landlords over alleged lead hazards
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Rhode Island has sued five more landlords who rent properties in which children with lead poisoning live, the state attorney general said Monday. The three properties in Providence, one in Central Falls, and one in Newport all contain “significant lead hazards” and the landlords have failed to comply with state lead […]
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Ranking every Marvel TV show, from worst to best
In October 1939, Martin Goodman, then-editor of Newsstands Publications Inc., published Marvel Comics #1, an anthology of superhero stories that featured characters like the Human Torch and Sub-Mariner. That same year, he hired his wife’s cousin, a young man named Stan Lee, as an assistant. Two years after that, in 1941, the eager young writer […]
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What’s Up Today: July 18, 2022
Good Morning, today is Monday, July 18. 🌊 Jay Leno will open up his four-night residency at The Firehouse Theater tonight. The sold-out shows benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Newport County. 🌊 Fourth-seeded American Maxime Cressy rallied to win his first career ATP Tour title, beating No. 3 seed Alexander Bublik of Kazakhstani […]
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Nonprofits receive $350,000 to serve Newport County residents
Dozens of nonprofit organizations serving Newport County residents will share more than $350,000 in grants through the Rhode Island Foundation’s Newport County Fund. The funding will support work ranging from housing and summer youth programs to food pantries and behavioral health. “At a time when the impact of COVID-19 continues to ripple through the lives and […]
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Counties with highest COVID-19 infection rates in Rhode Island
The vaccine deployment in December 2020 signaled a turning point in the COVID-19 pandemic. By the end of May 2021, 40% of the U.S. population was fully vaccinated. But as vaccination rates lagged over the summer, new surges of COVID-19 came, including Delta in the summer of 2021, and now the Omicron variant, which comprises […]
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What’s Up Today: July 17, 2022
Support What’sUpNewp Good Morning, today is Sunday, July 17. 🌊 On this day in 1954, the first Newport Jazz Festival was held. The two-day event featured academic panel discussions and live music performances from Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Lee Konitz, Eddie Condon and many more. 🌊 Rock legend Todd Rundgren thrilled his fans in a […]
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Rhode Island is the second fastest-warming state since 1970
Just a degree or two degrees hotter doesn’t seem like a lot. You would barely notice the change on a sunny afternoon or in the warmth of a cup of coffee. But over time, it’s enough to change our environment from top to bottom. Every state is growing warmer, with higher temperatures fueled by everything […]
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Warwick restaurant patron sitting outside struck by vehicle, dies
WARWICK, R.I. (AP) — A woman sitting in the outdoor eating area of a restaurant died after she was struck by a vehicle, police in Warwick, Rhode Island said. The driver was traveling through the parking lot of Tommy’s Clam Shack on Friday afternoon and inadvertently hit the accelerator, striking a couple who were sitting […]
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Counties with the biggest percentage drop in population in each state
Canva Counties with the biggest percentage drop in population in each state For decades, America has seen a decline in native-born births. Current population projections aren’t enough to compensate for the accelerated mortality curve that will occur with the passing of the baby boomers. In many communities throughout the United States, the number of deaths […]
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How teacher shortages are affecting K-12 schools across the country
Educators have long felt the pressure of heavy workloads, low wages, and lack of resources to perform their jobs effectively. This burden increased over the last few years as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. HeyTutor outlined five ways these pandemic-related teacher shortages are affecting K-12 schools across the U.S. Burnout is affecting teachers like never […]
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What’s Up Today: July 16, 2022
Support What’sUpNewp Good Morning, today is Saturday, July 16. 🌊 In Newport, all three ward council candidates are running unopposed, while four Newport County House of Representatives candidates are also running without opposition. Frank with the latest – Field narrows for Newport area council and legislative races 🌊 In statewide and local elections, the field […]
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Field narrows for Newport area council and legislative races
In Newport, all three ward council candidates are running unopposed, while four Newport County House of Representatives candidates are also running without opposition. Some last-minute withdrawals have also avoided a primary election for the four at-large council seats as the deadline passed at 4 p.m. Friday for candidates to file their nomination papers. Here’s a […]