Newport, RI – Here’s what’s happening in and around Newport today, enjoy your Thursday! Weather: Today –Sunny, with a high near 54. West wind 6 to 8 mph.Tonight – Mostly clear, with a low around 40. Northwest wind 6 to 9 mph. Marine: Gale watch in effect from Friday afternoon through late Friday nightToday –NW […]
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What’s Up: Live music and entertainment in and around Newport this week (Nov. 7 – 12)
Newport, RI – Discover all that’s happening for live music and entertainment in and around Newport County this week. Unless otherwise indicated, the venue is located in Newport. Wednesday, November 7 Buskers Irish Pub – Open Mic at 9 pmFastnet Pub – Trivia at 9 pmJane Pickens Theater: Beautiful Boy at 4:45 pm & 7:30 pmMidtown Oyster Bar […]
2019 Worlds in Newport will be the largest-ever gathering of 12 Metres in the U.S.
Photo – 12 Metres racing in Barcelona during the 2014 12 Metre World Championship. The 2019 Worlds in Newport will be the largest-ever gathering of 12 Metres in the U.S. (photo credit: SallyAnne Santos/Windlass Creative) Newport, RI – With a little over eight months to go, Ida Lewis Yacht Club, the International Twelve Metre Association (ITMA) America’s Fleet and the 12 Metre […]
2 economic policies likely to change with Democrats in control of House
The following story was written by Steven Pressman, Professor of Economics at Colorado State University. This story was originally published on The Conversation, it has been republished with permission. Perhaps the biggest surprise in the midterm elections was that, unlike 2016, there wasn’t one. Polls and pundits expected Democrats would take control of the House and Republicans would keep […]
Today In Newport – November 7: Weather forecast and things to do
Newport, RI – Here’s a look at what’s up for weather and things to do around town. Weather: Today –Sunny, with a high near 59. Southwest wind 10 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.Tonight – Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming clear, with a low around 46. Southwest wind 11 to 14 […]
Rhode Island voters approve Question 1: Rhode Island School Buildings
Voters in Rhode Island approved Question 1 on the midterm General Election ballot on Tuesday. “Fix Our Schools RI is so pleased with the results of Question 1. Following a year-long campaign, Question 1, the $250 million school construction bond, has been approved by the voters. Rhode Islanders know how important it is to invest […]
Changes ahead for Newport City Council, School Committee
Newport, RI – The results are in (unofficially) and there are some changes coming to our local government in The-City-By-The-Sea. According to the City’s Canvassing Department, 45 percent of eligible voters in Newport cast ballots in today’s election, up significantly from the 2014 midterm election, when turnout hovered around 33 percent. In all, 7,048 votes […]
Senator Dawn Euer re-elected to State Senate District 13 (Newport, Jamestown)
Newport, RI – Dawn Euer issued the following statement in response to the general election results in State Senate District 13: Senator Dawn Euer represents Newport and Jamestown “I want to thank the voters of Jamestown and Newport for believing in our campaign and our vision for the district; but most importantly I want to […]
Carnegie Hall names Concert Series ‘The Joyce And George T. Wein Shape Of Jazz Series’
Carnegie Hall announced yesterday that in recognition of a gift of $1 million from legendary jazz producer George Wein and honoring his incredible legacy presenting leading jazz artists at the Hall, The Shape of Jazz concert series will be formally named the Joyce and George T. Wein Shape of Jazz series. The series kicks off this Saturday, November […]
Today In Newport – November 6: Weather forecast and things to do
Newport, RI – Here’s a look at what’s up for weather and events on this Election Day. Weather: Today –Occasional showers and thunderstorms before 1pm, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm, mainly after 1pm. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain. Patchy fog. High near 61. Breezy, with a north wind 6 to 11 […]
Million Dollar Listing: Water view home in Jamestown fetches $1.05 million
Jamestown, RI – Lila Delman Real Estate has announced the sale of 283 Highland Drive in Jamestown for $1,050,000. Nancy Cresser, Lila Delman Sales Associate, represented the seller while Gladys Barbosa, Lila Delman Sale Associate, represented the buyer. Year-to-date, Lila Delman has sold more dollar volume in Jamestown than any other real estate firm according […]
Middletown Papa Gino’s among 95 stores abruptly closed across New England (Updated)
Massachusetts-based pizza franchise Papa Gino’s abruptly closed nearly one hundred of its stores across New England this weekend including the franchise’s location at 619 West Main Road in Middletown. 95 Papa Gino’s locations across New England closed Sunday suddenly without any notice, leaving many employees immediately and unexpectedly without a job. The company issues the following press […]
Today In Newport – November 5: Weather forecast and things to do
Newport, RI – Here’s a look at what’s happening in and around Newport today. Weather: Today –Rain, mainly after 4 pm. High near 54. East wind 8 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.Tonight – […]
Today In Newport – November 4: Weather forecast and things to do
Newport, RI – Here’s your weather forecast and a look at things to do on this beautiful fall Sunday. Weather: Today –Sunny, with a high near 52. Northwest wind 5 to 9 mph becoming calm in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 20 mph.Tonight – Increasing clouds, with a low around 40. Calm […]
Aquidneck Land Trust forced to cancel 11th Annual 5K Race for Open Space (Updated)
Portsmouth, RI – Aquidneck Land Trust (ALT) will scheduled to host their 11th Annual 5K Race for Open Space on Saturday, November 3, 2018. The 5K Run/Walk is a loop course along the scenic Sakonnet Greenway Trail. Participants may run or walk, and strollers and leashed dogs are welcome. Proceeds from the race are used […]
Audrain Automobile Museum, Fort Adams Trust host ‘Trunk or Treat Event’ to benefit MLK Center
Newport, RI – The Audrain Automobile Museum located on Bellevue Avenue and the Fort Adams Trust hosted the first “Trunk or Treat Event” at Fort Adams State Park on Sunday, October 28th. The community event benefited the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center with food and monetary donations to the Center to help those in need. […]
Today In Newport – November 3: Weather forecast and things to do
Newport, RI – Here’s a look at the weather and things to do for Newport today. Weather: Flood Advisory in effect from November 3, 05:59 AM EDT until November 3, 09:00 AM EDTWind Advisory in effect from November 3, 12:00 PM EDT until November 3, 07:00 PM EDTHazardous Weather OutlookToday –Showers and possibly a thunderstorm […]
United States Mint to Launch Block Island National Wildlife Refuge Quarter on November 15th
Charlestown, RI – The United States Mint will join representatives from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service on November 15 at 10:30 am at Rhode Island National Wildlife Refuge Headquarters Kettle Pond Visitor Center in Charlestown to launch the America the Beautiful Quarters® Program coin honoring Block Island National Wildlife Refuge in Rhode Island. The Block […]
Weekend Weather Forecast: November 2 – 4
Newport, RI – The first weekend of Newport is here, can you believe it? Here’s your weekend weather outlook as you plan your Fall back on Sunday, Newport Restaurant Week dining, and other events. Enjoy the weekend! Weather This Afternoon Showers likely, mainly before 5 pm. Cloudy, with a high near 64. Southwest wind around […]
Today In Newport – November 2: Weather forecast and things to do
Newport, RI – Here’s a look at what’s up for weather and things to do in and around Newport today. Weather: Today –Showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm. Patchy fog before 8am, then patchy fog after 9am. Otherwise, cloudy, with a high near 63. Breezy, with a southwest wind 17 to 20 mph. Chance of […]
What’s Up Radio: The War and Treaty
After an amazing and beautiful debut performance at the 2018 Newport Folk Festival in July, The War and Treaty return to our area for two shows this week – Friday at Great Scott in Allston, MA, and Saturday at the Narrows Center For The Arts in Fall River. For more info on these shows, visit https://www.thewarandtreaty.com/shows/. […]
International Tolling Association bestows Rhode Island’s Earl J. “Buddy” Croft III with Honorary Lifetime Membership
The International Bridge, Tunnel and Turnpike Association (IBTTA), the worldwide association representing toll facility owners and operators and the businesses that serve them, honored Earl J. “Buddy” Croft III, Executive Director of the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA) with the association’s Lifetime Honorary Membership Award at a ceremony last week in Baltimore, Maryland. […]
Oceanfront home in Little Compton sold for $4.5 million
Little Compton, RI – The oceanfront home at 39 Taylor’s Lane South has sold for $4,550,000. Offering vaulted, wood beam ceilings and a magnificent outdoor living area, the 4,200 square foot home is sited on over two acres of waterfront land with sweeping southwestern views over the Atlantic. According to data from the Rhode Island […]
Rhode Island Good Neighbor Energy Fund opens to help those in need of energy assistance
The Rhode Island Good Neighbor Energy Fund (GNEF) announced today that it is now open for 2018-19 for those Rhode Island households experiencing financial difficulty and in need of assistance with their energy bills. The Fund, which is sponsored by National Grid, Ocean State Power, Pascoag Utility District, Petro Home Services and RISEC LP and […]
Today In Newport – November 1: Weather forecast and things to do
Newport, RI – Happy November 1st! Here’s a full look at what’s up for weather, events, and things to do out there! Weather: Today –Partly sunny, with a high near 59. Southwest wind 7 to 9 mph.Tonight – Showers likely, mainly after 5 am. Patchy fog after 2 am. Otherwise, cloudy, with a low around […]
