The Department of Homeland Security announced on Monday, May 9 that roughly 6,000 Ukrainian refugees were approved for temporary entry into the U.S. as part of a program designed to fast-track the admission of 100,000 people displaced by Russia’s war in Ukraine. While similar expedited processes have been used in the past, refugee admissions to […]
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Explore historic sites commemorating Black history in Massachusetts
The legacies of influential Black Americans have not always been acknowledged, so it’s not uncommon that modern-day residents may overlook the historic sites of their own cities. While some historical Black figures in the U.S. are more well-known than others, there are in fact thousands of people dating back generations to 17th-century slavery who left […]
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What’s Up Today: Wednesday, May 25
Good Morning, today is Wednesday, May 25, 2022. 🌊 Marina Cafe & Pub reopens for the season today. 🌊 Newport City Council has a Regular Council Meeting tonight. Here’s what’s on the agenda. 🌊 Hi-Neighbor! The Story of the Narragansett Brewing Company debuts at 8 pm this evening, on-air and online, as well as in person […]
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19 children, 2 adults killed in Texas elementary school shooting – 3 essential reads on America’s relentless gun violence
Matt Williams, The Conversation At least 19 children and two adults were killed when a teenage gunman shot them at a Texas elementary school on May 24, 2022 – the latest mass shooting in a country in which such incidents have become common. A lot remains unknown about the attack at Robb Elementary School in […]
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R.I. General Assembly approves legal adult-use cannabis, Governor McKee will sign legislation into law on Wednesday
The Rhode Island General Assembly today voted in favor of legislation to legalize, regulate and tax adult recreational cannabis use in Rhode Island, sending the bill to Gov. Daniel McKee, who intends to sign it into law tomorrow. According to a media advisory received this evening from Governor McKee’s office, Governor Dan McKee will host […]
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Newport City Council, School Committee to meet in joint session to discuss school regionalization
Newport City Council and Newport School Committee will host a joint session on May 31 at 5:30 pm for the purpose of discussing school regionalization. The meeting will be held in person in the Council Chambers at Newport City Hall. Members of the public can also join the meeting by Web Ex (webinar number is […]
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2 Rhode Island men sent to prison for roles in drug trafficking scheme
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Two Rhode Island men have been sent to prison for their roles in a drug trafficking scheme that shipped or tried to ship an estimated 50 kilograms (110 pounds) of cocaine to the state through the postal service, federal prosecutors said. George Mojica, 42, and Angel Delgado, 25, both of Central […]
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Firefighters battle four-alarm fire at The Wayfinder Hotel
This story was originally published at 8:47 pm on May 23. It has been updated. Newport Fire Department and crews from several local communities battled a four-alarm structure fire at 151 Kalbfus Road, The Wayfinder Hotel, on Monday night. “At 20:00 hrs Box 1990 was received for 151 Admiral Kalbfus Road. Upon arrival a “Code […]
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Concert Recap and Photos: Fans and bands support Brian Hien at The Met
A warm Spring afternoon brought a friendly crowd and some legendary bands together for a benefit show Sunday, May 22. The concert at The Met was organized to support longtime music promoter Brian Hien, who ran the Living Room for many years with his brother Randy. Hein was recently diagnosed with cancer and is facing […]
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What’s Up Today: Tuesday, May 24
Good Morning, today is Tuesday, May 24. 🌊 Newport Fire Department responded to The Wayfinder Hotel after receiving a call at approximately 8:05 pm last night. A four-alarm fire caused significant damage to the hotel. The incident has been developing overnight and we’re updating with the latest here – Newport Fire Department on the scene […]
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Comic – Sour Grapes: Waiting
Here’s this week’s Sour Grapes, enjoy! About Tim Jones / Sour Grapes Tim Jones is the creator, artist and writer of the widely popular, self-syndicated comic strip, “SOUR GRAPES”; a comic about “Aesop”, a miserable flying dog and his odd friends, all living in a problematic and troubled world. Sour Grapes is currently published in […]
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Rhode Island Attorney General withdraws objection to utility deal
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Rhode Island ratepayers should expect about $200 million in benefits under an agreement clearing the way for the state’s main electricity and gas provider to be sold to a Pennsylvania-based corporation, state Attorney General Peter Neronha said Monday. Neronha’s office said it dropped its objection to the PPL Corporation’s purchase of […]
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Butts Hill Fort hosts ‘Coffee and Donuts’, its first public information event
On Saturday, May 21st about 60 people gathered at Butts Hill Fort, the largest Revolutionary War earthwork extant in southern New England. “Coffee and Donuts at the Fort” was the first public information event by the Battle of Rhode Island Association and the Butts Hill Fort Restoration Committee. The group included Rhode Island and local politicians, […]
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MV Concert Series adds Blind Boys of Alabama, Ani DiFranco, Don McLean, and more to its 2022 Summer Concert Lineup
The MV Concert Series has added new shows by Grammy winners, soul icons, folk legends and some of the top artists touring the country. The new additions to an already thrilling summer lineup include Grammy half of farmers Blind Boys of Alabama and Don McLean as well as Grammy winner Ani DiFranco. All of the […]
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Vail Resorts fined $27,000 after Stowe zip line death
STOWE, Vt. (AP) — Vail Resorts has been fined more than $27,000 for safety violations after a Stowe Mountain Resort employee was thrown from a zip line ride and died last fall. Scott Lewis, 53, of Stowe, hit the anchoring platform that was holding the line and could not be revived on Sept. 23, 2021, […]
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Neil Steinberg to retire from Rhode Island Foundation
The Rhode Island Foundation announced today in an email to supporters that Neil D. Steinberg will retire from his role as President and CEO of the state’s community foundation effective May 1, 2023. Steinberg will continue to lead the organization’s operations and strategies, and offer transition support, while the Foundation’s Board of Directors will launch […]
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Save The Bay’s annual Taste of The Bay fundraiser returns on June 16
On Thursday, June 16, Save The Bay’s annual Taste of The Bay fundraiser will highlight the flavors, sights and sounds of Narragansett Bay from 7-9 p.m. The event, which follows Save The Bay’s annual meeting at 5:30 p.m., takes place in and around the organization’s coastal headquarters in Providence. Ticketholders attending this celebration will enjoy tastings […]
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Newport Fire Department Honor Guard to present colors before Red Sox Game on May 29
The Newport Fire Department Honor Guard will be presenting colors during the National Anthem before the Boston Red Sox take on the Baltimore Orioles at Fenway Park on Sunday, May 29. The announcement was made in a Facebook post by Newport Firefighters IAFF Local 1080 on Monday, May 23. Newport Fire Department’s Honor Guard is […]
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Whitehorne House Museum reopens on May 25
Newport Restoration Foundation today announced the opening of the Whitehorne House Museum for the 2022 season. The museum will open on May 25 and remain open this season until October 30. Admission is free for all Newport County residents. Whitehorne House is the only museum in the world specializing in 18th century Newport furniture, craft, and design, according to […]
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Life imitates art: ‘Jaws’ extra named police chief in Oak Bluffs on Martha’s Vineyard
OAK BLUFFS, Mass. (AP) — A man who as a child had a brief but key role in “Jaws” has been named police chief on the Massachusetts island on which the 1975 movie was partially filmed. Jonathan Searle was offered the job of police chief in Oak Bluffs on Martha’s Vineyard last week. “I’m clearly […]
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New Hampshire woman killed when car backs into farmstand’s checkout area in Newbury, MA
NEWBURY, Mass. (AP) — A 47-year-old woman was killed at her family’s farm over the weekend when a car rapidly reversed into the farmstand’s checkout area, authorities said. Susan Sforza Nico, 47, of Seabrook, New Hampshire, was struck Saturday afternoon at the Sforza Family Farm in the village of Byfield in Newbury, according to a […]
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Biggest cities in Massachusetts 150 years ago
After the completion of the 1860 census and the election of President Abraham Lincoln, America imploded. Eleven southern states seceded from the Union in 1861, instigating four bloody years of the Civil War and fundamentally altering the social history of the U.S. The estimates of deaths caused by the Civil War begin around 600,000, but […]
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Biggest cities in Vermont 150 years ago
After the completion of the 1860 census and the election of President Abraham Lincoln, America imploded. Eleven southern states seceded from the Union in 1861, instigating four bloody years of the Civil War and fundamentally altering the social history of the U.S. The estimates of deaths caused by the Civil War begin around 600,000, but […]
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Lawsuit filed in Rhode Island to protect Roe v. Wade
Three lawsuits were filed last week in New York, Michigan and Rhode Island to protect Roe v. Wade from being overturned, and firmly establish the Equal Rights Amendment (“ERA”) in the United States Constitution. The plaintiff, The Elizabeth Cady Stanton Trust, filed the lawsuits to affirm that women are fully equal citizens under the U.S. […]
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Burlington man dies at Bolton swimming hole
BOLTON, Vt. (AP) — A 21-year-old man died at a swimming hole in Bolton, state police said Saturday. Cody Surprise, of Burlington, jumped from a lock ledge into a pool of water at the Bolton Potholes on Saturday afternoon and didn’t resurface, police said. His body was found about two hours later. Authorities said the […]