By STEVE REED AP Sports Writer CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Miles Bridges made the most of his first NBA start in 586 days. Bridges hit a 3-pointer with 6.6 seconds left in overtime and the Charlotte Hornets snapped a six-game home losing streak with an improbable 121-118 come-from-behind win over the red hot Boston Celtics […]
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Bryant knocks off Howard 67-61
SMITHFIELD, R.I. (AP) — Earl Timberlake’s 19 points helped Bryant defeat Howard 67-61 on Monday night. Timberlake added five rebounds for the Bulldogs (3-3). Connor Withers scored 15 points, shooting 5 for 7, including 4 for 5 from beyond the arc. Seth Towns and Shy Odom scored 16 points apiece for the Bison (2-4). Towns […]
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DEM announces availability of $1.2 million in EPA Grant Funding for projects to improve water quality in watersheds
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is announcing the availability of $1.2 million in federal Clean Water Act grants are available for local projects to restore water quality and abate nonpoint source pollution. Local, state and regional governmental agencies, as well as public schools, universities, and non-profit watershed, environmental or conservation organizations, and 501(c)3 non-profit organizations […]
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Newport County Real Estate Report: Homes that found new owners last week
As we glide into the holiday season, Newport County’s real estate market is witnessing its customary cool-down. However, the allure of this time lies in the unique opportunities it presents for both buyers and sellers. With inventory levels remaining very low, and buyer competition sitting on the sidelines because of elevated interest rates, the opportunity […]
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Newport Police reports for Nov. 17 – 20
Here’s a look at the Newport Police Department arrest and dispatch logs for Friday, November 17 through 7 am on Monday, November 20, 2023. What’sUpNewp has edited the arrest log to withhold home address information. All persons arrested or cited are presumed innocent until convicted in a court of law. ARREST LOG At 1:45 am on […]
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What’s Up in Newport: Monday, November 20
Good Monday Morning. 👏 In the Rhode Island Interscholastic League (RIIL) Division III Super Bowl on Saturday in Cranston, Middletown defeated West Warwick 48 – 6 to take home the Division III title. See more via ABC 6. 👏 Salve Regina University football met Anna Maria College on Saturday for the first time ever and overcame […]
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Kristaps Porzingis scores 26, including winning dunk with a minute left as Celtics defeat Grizzlies
By CLAY BAILEY Associated Press MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Kristaps Porzingis scored 26 points, including the winning dunk with 1:01 left, as the Boston Celtics held on for a 102-100 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies on Sunday night. Porzingis’ dunk was followed by a flurry of missed shots including a 3-point attempt by Santi Aldama […]
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Just my Opinion: On this Thanksgiving … messages of hope
Each year, a couple of weeks before Thanksgiving, I typically send out an email and Facebook request for people to tell me for what it is they are thankful. Usually, I receive a good response. But this year, it’s different. This past year has been, at best, chaos — wars in Ukraine/Russia, Sudan, and Israel/Gaza. […]
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Rivers, James rally No. 14 N.C. State women past Rhode Island 67-58
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Saniya Rivers and Aziaha James fueled a 14-2 run over the last 4:14 and No. 14 North Carolina State pulled out a 67-56 win over Rhode Island on Sunday. The Rams led most of the way but down the stretch Rivers and James combined for 12 points before Zoe Brooks added […]
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Two iconic local brands, one smooth blended product
When the brewer most identified with Rhode Island and distiller recognized for producing internationally awarded whiskies secretly team up on a project, expectations would normally be high. Well, if the Sons of Liberty/Narragansett Collaboration Event held Saturday night November 18 was any indication, the final product was both revolutionary and gnarly. (Hey, I challenge anyone […]
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Carter, Oduro score 19 each to lead Providence past Georgia 71-64 in Bahamas
NASSAU, Bahamas (AP) — Devin Carter and Josh Oduro scored 19 points each and Providence defeated Georgia 71-64 on Sunday at the Baha Mar Hoops Bahamas Championship. The Friars led for most of the second half, but the lead was only two points when Georgia’s Noah Thomasson went to the line with 48 seconds remaining. […]
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Newport Police arrest Watertown man for fentanyl distribution
Newport Police on Saturday announced that they have arrested a Watertown, Massachusetts man on fentanyl charges. In October 2023, Newport Police along with Newport Fire personnel responded to an opioid overdose. Newport Police Officers administered Narcan to the party, which thankfully had a positive effect and they began to recover. Through a follow-up investigation, it […]
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Bryant stuns No. 10 Florida Atlantic, winning 61-52 for 1st victory over ranked opponent
By TIM REYNOLDS AP Basketball Writer BOCA RATON, Fla. (AP) — Consider the last week in the life of Bryant coach Phil Martelli Jr. His team lost to Rutgers on Sunday, his former boss resigned Monday, he got promoted to head coach Wednesday, his team lost to a previously winless Boston University team Thursday and […]
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Barnhizer scores 18, Northwestern rolls in the beginning to defeat Rhode Island 72-61
UNCASVILLE, Conn. (AP) — Brooks Barnhizer scored 18 points, Northwestern had a huge opening run, and the Wildcats defeated Rhode Island 72-61 on Saturday, the opening day of the Basketball Hall of Fame Tip-Off. Ty Berry scored eight points and Barnhizer and Boo Buie added five each in a 22-2 run for the Wildcats over […]
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Zevi Eckhaus throws for 394 yards and 6 touchdowns in Bryant’s 45-21 win over SEMO
SMITHFIELD, R.I. (AP) — Zevi Eckhaus threw for 394 yards and six touchdowns and Bryant beat Southeast Missouri State 45-21 on Saturday. Eckhaus found Konor Lathrop on a 1-yard pass for his sixth TD of the game. Eckhaus tied the season and single-game touchdown record on the score. Eckhaus also became the all-time leader in […]
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Dartmouth runs over Brown, gains share of Ivy League championship
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Q Jones rushed for 124 yards with two touchdowns and Dartmouth ran over Brown 38-13 on Saturday, lifting the Big Green into a three-way tie for the Ivy League championship. Dartmouth’s win and Yale’s 23-18 victory over Harvard leaves the three teams tied atop the Ivy League with 5-2 records. The […]
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‘Twin Gables’ on Ocean Road in Narragansett sells for $5.4 million
Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty has announced the sale of 352 Ocean Road, Narragansett for $5,400,000. The sellers were represented by Kylie McCollough and Jennifer Crellin, both Sales Associates of Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty. Kylie and Jennifer also facilitated the sale on behalf of the buyers. According to data from the Multiple Listing Service, this is […]
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Top ten+ holiday concerts in Rhode Island for 2023
‘Tis the season … for holiday concerts. From classical to classic rock, here’s our list of some of the best in Rhode Island and nearby Massachusetts this holiday season. November 30: Gary Hoey’s “Ho Ho Hoey Rockin’ Holiday Tour” makes a stop at the Narrows Center in Fall River. Hoey is known for his crunchy […]
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White hits tiebreaking 3, Celtics hold on to beat Raptors 108-105 in tournament game
By IAN HARRISON Associated Press TORONTO (AP) — Derrick White made a tiebreaking 3-pointer with 26.8 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter and the Boston Celtics recovered after blowing a 16-point halftime lead to beat the Toronto Raptors 108-105 in an NBA In-Season Tournament game on Friday night. Jaylen Brown scored 23 points and Kristaps […]
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Perry scores 24 points and Kansas State edges Providence 73-70 in overtime in Bahamas
NASSAU, Bahamas (AP) — Tylor Perry scored five of his 24 points and David N’Guessan all six of his in overtime as Kansas State pulled out a 73-70 victory over Providence in the Bahamas Championship on Friday. Perry, a North Texas transfer, was fouled in the opening seconds of overtime and made all three free […]
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Newportopoly© celebrates its 10th Anniversary with a limited edition release
Newportopoly©, the beloved property trading board game, is marking its milestone tenth anniversary with the release of a special limited edition. Developed in 2014 by The Choir School of Newport County as a fundraiser for its international educational travel fund, the game has become a local favorite. Now, to commemorate a decade of success, the […]
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State House dome to shine green in support of National Injury Prevention Day
In support of National Injury Prevention Day on November 18, Rhode Island will join other states around the country in “shining a light” on efforts to stop injuries and violence—the number one cause of death and hospitalization nationally for people ages 1 to 44. This will be the first time the Rhode Island State House […]
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Rhode Island Road Report: Travel Advisories for Nov. 18 – 25
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 November 19 – 25, 2023 Newport Claiborne Pell BridgeUpcoming improvements in the roadway between the old toll plaza and the bridge which are […]
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Broadway Street Fair partners with James Montgomery for a special Holiday Concert and Fundraiser
The organizers of Newport’s beloved Broadway Street Fair have announced an exciting collaboration with the legendary James Montgomery for a special Holiday Concert and Fundraiser on Saturday, December 16th. This highly anticipated event will take place at the prestigious Jane Pickens Film and Event Center, located at 49 Touro Street in Newport. James Montgomery, a […]
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Friends of Newport Skatepark’s remarkable fundraising achievement
Submitted by Paul Marshall, The Friends of Newport Skatepark The Friends of Newport Skatepark (FONS), a community-driven organization, has demonstrated remarkable progress towards their ambitious goal of raising $1 million for a new public skatepark in Newport. To date, they have successfully amassed over $750,000, showcasing their unwavering commitment and the strong support of the […]