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Senator Euer introduces bill to protect ratepayers from rising costs related to utility company spending

by Ryan Belmore

Senator Dawn Euer has introduced legislation to limit which public utility company costs are born by ratepayers and to cap increases to their capital spending plans. “This bill sets down in law a list of costs to utilities that should not be passed on to the ratepayers,” said Senator Euer (D-District 13, Newport, Jamestown). “Some of these […]

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Before they name a 2028 nominee, Democrats will have to decide which state will weigh in first

by The Associated Press

By HANNAH FINGERHUT, MEG KINNARD and HOLLY RAMER Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Before they can name their next presidential nominee, Democrats will have to decide which state will weigh in first. In 2022, President Joe Biden forced a shake-up of the 2024 election calendar, moving South Carolina’s primary ahead of contests in Iowa, New […]

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Fifth Annual Newport Live Summer Series returns to Norman Bird Sanctuary

by Ryan Belmore

Newport Live and Norman Bird Sanctuary are teaming up again for their fifth annual Summer Series, showcasing talented singer-songwriters Laura Cantrell, Jeffrey Foucault, and Leslie Mendelson. The outdoor concerts will happen at the Norman Bird Sanctuary in Middletown, Rhode Island. Laura Cantrell opens the series on June 20, with Jeffrey Foucault performing on July 18, […]

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15 states sue over Trump’s move to fast-track oil and gas projects via his ‘energy emergency’ order 

by The Associated Press

By REBECCA BOONE Associated Press A coalition of 15 states is suing over President Donald Trump’s efforts to fast-track energy-related projects, saying the administration is bypassing environmental protection laws and threatening endangered species, critical habitat and cultural resources. Trump issued an executive order declaring a “national energy emergency ” on the first day of his presidency. The order urges […]

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BankNewport awards $23,000 grant to Child & Family’s Supportive Housing Program

by Ryan Belmore

BankNewport has given $23,000 to Child & Family to help their Supportive Housing Program for homeless families in Rhode Island. This money will provide stable housing, healthcare access, and financial education for up to 12 families each year. Child & Family’s program helps about 48 people annually, connecting them with key resources to find permanent […]

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Trial of ex-high school basketball coach who conducted naked fat tests comes to a close

by The Associated Press

By KIMBERLEE KRUESI Associated Press PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Attorneys will soon deliver closing arguments in the trial of a former Rhode Island high school basketball coach facing criminal charges after authorities say he repeatedly asked male student-athletes to remove their clothes while alone with him so he could check their body fat. Aaron Thomas, 57, […]

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Fishermen battling with changing oceans chart new course after Trump’s push to deregulate

by The Associated Press

By PATRICK WHITTLE and ROBERT F. BUKATY Associated Press STONINGTON, Maine (AP) — Virginia Olsen has pulled lobsters from Maine’s chilly Atlantic waters for decades while watching threats to the state’s lifeblood industry mount. Trade imbalances with Canada, tight regulations on fisheries and offshore wind farms towering like skyscrapers on open water pose three of those […]

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Scouting America Troop 3B Newport and Scoutmaster Lauracatherine Olack honored with district awards

by Community Submission

Scouting America Troop 3B Newport has added another remarkable milestone to its legacy, earning the Narragansett Council Southeast District Troop of the Year award. Additionally, Scoutmaster Lauracatherine Olack was recognized as Scoutmaster of the Year—a testament to her dedication and leadership in guiding the next generation of Scouts. The awards were presented at the Narragansett Council Southeast District Awards Dinner on Monday, May 5, where […]

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Middletown Town Council cancels Special Meeting to discuss regionalization with Newport City Council

by Ryan Belmore

Update Middletown Town Council’s Special Meeting, which was scheduled for Saturday, to discuss regionalization with the Newport City Council, has been cancelled. “A special meeting Saturday on school regionalization called by the #middletownri Town Council has been cancelled after local leaders learn their counterparts in Newport won’t be able to attend,” the Town of Middletown […]

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‘The Real Housewives of Rhode Island’ is coming soon

by Ryan Belmore

Bravo is bringing “The Real Housewives” to Rhode Island, expanding its popular franchise to the Ocean State. The new series will spotlight a close-knit group of Rhode Islanders with deep roots in the community and multi-generational family ties. Set against the state’s scenic coastline, the show will dive into the lives, businesses, and complex family […]

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Movies and TV shows casting in Rhode Island

by Stacker

The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities’ Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of […]

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Newport prepares for 2025 Cruise Season: Full schedule and peak visit times revealed

by Ryan Belmore

Discover Newport has unveiled the 2025 cruise ship schedule for Newport. The schedule, shared in an industry newsletter, covers ships anchoring near Perrotti Park. Most visits are set for September through early November. “This information is valuable for Newport businesses that typically see more customers on cruise ship days,” Discover Newport notes in the newsletter. […]

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