It’s been more than 25 years since planning began to restore the former Newport Opera House into a vibrant performing arts center, just up the street from The Jane Pickens Film & Event Center, with the promise of making Washington Square a hub for high-level entertainment. And it’s been a quarter century of unfulfilled expectations, […]
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Newport Hospital installs Rhode Island’s first dual-source CT scanner
Newport Hospital is setting a new standard in Rhode Island healthcare with its latest addition – the SOMATOM® Drive Dual-Source CT scanner. This cutting-edge technology is the first of its kind in the state. The scanner’s unique design features two x-ray tubes and detectors working together. This allows for faster, high-resolution imaging with less blurring, […]
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‘Islander Plunge’ returns to Middletown for second year
Get ready for a chilly start to 2025! Middletown Little League and Middletown High School PTG (parent-teacher group) are hosting their second annual Islander Plunge on January 1 at Second Beach. The event kicks off at noon near the beach’s concession stand. This icy dip isn’t just for thrills but for a good cause. The […]
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Potter League invites public to host a shelter dog for a Holiday Foster Sleepover Dec. 23-27
This holiday season, the Potter League for Animals invites the community to make a difference in the lives of shelter dogs through its Holiday Foster Sleepover Program. From December 23 to December 27, families can open their hearts and homes to provide a safe, loving environment for shelter dogs needing a break from the shelter. Participants will […]
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IYRS School of Technology & Trades acquires new marine systems training equipment
IYRS School of Technology & Trades today announced the acquisition of Yamaha mid-range and portable engines, as well as a test tank, for its Marine Systems Program, made possible by a grant from The Champlin Foundation. These acquisitions help advance IYRS’s mission to equip students with the hands-on skills needed in today’s marine industry. The […]
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BankNewport assists Portsmouth AgInnovation Farm with funding for new tractor shed
Today, the Eastern Rhode Island Conservation District (ERICD) announced it was awarded a $5,000 grant from the BankNewport Charitable Foundation to build and install a door on the Portsmouth AgInnovation Farm (AgInnovation) tractor shed. “Having the tractor on the farm has been such a big help for everyday chores,” says Sara Churgin, ERICD’s District Manager, […]
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Newport Sings is offering a free after-school community chorus program for kids
Newport Sings is offering a free 6-week after-school chorus program to students in grades 1 – 6 called “Raise your voice!” The Newport County Youth Chorus is starting 2025 doing what we do best: using our VOICES! In this uplifting and empowering session, we will explore songs that encourage us to be the best we […]
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United Congregational Church’s Puppet Show raises $1,244 for The Housing Hotline
A Middletown church has raised $1,244 for local housing efforts through a Christmas puppet show that reimagines the Holy Family’s search for shelter in Bethlehem. The United Congregational Church gave the money to The Housing Hotline, a Newport-based nonprofit that helps people facing homelessness and housing insecurity in Newport County. The funds came from donations […]
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Lobster Plunge returns to The Lobster Bar on New Year’s Day
The Lobster Bar is gearing up for its second annual Lobster Plunge on New Year’s Day, combining icy dips, cannonball contests, and community spirit to raise funds for local youth programs. Scheduled for Jan. 1, 2025, from noon to 5 p.m., the event aims to support the Bonrock Foundation, a charity focused on providing scholarships, […]
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T-Mobile grants $29,600 to Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County is receiving a $29,600 grant from T-Mobile to upgrade Camp Grosvenor in Saunderstown, Rhode Island. The funds will go towards improving the camp road and waterfront area, addressing erosion issues and making it safer for campers and emergency vehicles. Joe Pratt, the Club’s Executive Director and CEO, […]
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Portsmouth’s Ann-Marie Harrington named Board Chair at Rhode Island Foundation
The Rhode Island Foundation, the state’s biggest nonprofit funder, has a new leader at the top. Ann-Marie Harrington, a Portsmouth resident, is stepping into the role of Board of Directors chair, the organization recently announced. Harrington, who brings her experience as an entrepreneur and marketing tech executive to the table, is taking over from Dr. […]
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Newport Art Museum awarded more than $100,000 in grants
The Newport Art Museum (NAM) announced today that it has been awarded an $84,310 grant from the van Beuren Charitable Foundation (vBCF) to continue a series of capital improvement projects that will enhance visitor experiences and support essential upgrades to the Museum School at the Coleman Center. According to Newport Art Museum, this funding comes […]
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Winter is ready to share her love and playfulness with a family that can provide her with the care she needs
Meet your new best friend – Winter, this week’s adoptable dog of the week. Winter is a three-year-old female mixed breed available for adoption from the Potter League for Animals in Middletown. “She’s a bit shy at first, but don’t let that fool you. Once she warms up to you, her playful and goofy side […]
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Grant aims to keep Newport food pantries and meal sites stocked as holidays near
To keep local food pantries stocked as the holidays near, the Rhode Island Foundation is matching every donation the public makes to Trinity Rep during the 2024 run of “A Christmas Carol” with an equal grant to the Rhode Island Community Food Bank, up to a total of $75,000. The goal is to keep the Food […]
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The Boat House and Tiverton Police team up for ‘Operation: Blue Santa’ toy drive
The Boat House in Tiverton is teaming up with Tiverton Police for their annual “Operation: Blue Santa” toy drive. This marks the fourth year of their partnership. On December 10, from 5 to 7 p.m., visitors can bring a new, unwrapped toy or gift to the Boat House. In exchange, they’ll get to enjoy free […]
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Family Service of Rhode Island launches Annual Holiday Support Drive to assist hundreds of families
By Family Service of Rhode Island The holiday season is a time for celebrating with family and friends, enjoying good food and special treats, and the joyous sounds of happy children exploring presents left beneath the tree. For some, it is a season of plenty. But many in our community don’t experience the incredible blessings […]
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Duchess seeks playful forever home
Meet Duchess, a one-year-old mixed-breed female who is looking for a new home where she can be the center of attention. This playful and energetic pup weighs 49 lbs and has a larger-than-life personality. She loves to play fetch and would do best with a high-energy dog that matches her play style. She likes the […]
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Seamen’s Church Institute offers free Thanksgiving Meal
Seamen’s Church Institute will host its free Thanksgiving Day meal on Thursday, November 28, 2024, from 11 am to 12:30 pm. The meal will be served buffet style and is free and open to the public. Guests will enjoy a traditional turkey dinner with all the fixings. In addition to the meal, free winter coats, […]
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Newport Historical Society awarded grants from Champlin and BankNewport for Center for Black History
The Newport Historical Society (NHS) announced today that The Champlin Foundation has awarded the organization $65,655 to support their effort to create a center for Black history at the Wanton-Lyman-Hazard House. The grant comes on the heels of a $100,000 grant for the project from the BankNewport Charitable Foundation. To date, the NHS has raised […]
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MLK Center celebrates Keeper of The Dream awards at annual meeting
“Inspiring!” was heard repeatedly at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center (MLK Center) as 115 people gathered for their Annual Meeting and Keeper of the Dream awards. The Keeper of the Dream awards celebrates those whose outstanding commitment to the Center best embodies Dr. King’s ideals. During the event, staff from the MLK […]
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Adoptable Taylor is ready for her ‘love story’
Meet your new best friend, Taylor – this week’s adoptable dog of the week! Taylor, a 5-year-old female Mixed Breed, is now available for adoption at the Potter League for Animals in Middletown. “A dog who exudes a unique blend of independence and loyalty. She’s a gentle soul, with a sweet disposition that’s hard to […]
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IYRS to host 19th Annual Career Day for marine industry
The International Yacht Restoration School (IYRS) will host its 19th Annual Career Day on January 25, 2025, from 9 a.m. to noon. This free event, open to IYRS students, alumni, and the public, will be held at Restoration Hall, 449 Thames Street, in Newport. Employers from the marine trades, design, and modern manufacturing industries will […]
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Champlin grants to help fund major projects for Newport area non-profits
From healthcare to historic preservation and recreation, Newport area non-profits were winners in the latest round of Champlin Foundation grants, aimed at helping organizations pursue “ambitious visions,” according to Champlin’s Executive Director Nina Stack. Of the $9.1 million in grants statewide to 109 non-profits, some $1.6 million was awarded to 11 Newport area organizations. They […]
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“No Place Like Home” exhibit is raising awareness about the growing homeless crisis in Rhode Island
In partnership with the RI Coalition to End Homelessness (RICEH) and Newport Housing Hotline, the Overlap gallery in Newport opened its “No Place Like Home” exhibit, centering around the theme of homelessness, on Saturday. 54 artworks were selected in an array of media and styles, with each artist interpreting what “home” means to them. Homelessness […]
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Newport Hospital breaks ground on Adolescent Mental Health Unit
Newport Hospital has surpassed its $5 million fundraising goal for a new Adolescent Behavioral Health Unit (ABHU), allowing construction to begin ahead of schedule. The project aims to address the critical need for pediatric mental and behavioral health services in Newport County, where no local acute care options currently exist for struggling youth. Carol Bazarsky, […]