Rocky is an 8-year-old dog who is looking for his forever home. He is a social butterfly and gets along well with other dogs. Rocky enjoys the simple things in […]
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Enrollment in Rhode Island schools declines significantly
A new report finds that enrollment in Rhode Island schools has declined significantly since 2019. The study, conducted by the Rhode Island Public Expenditure Council (RIPEC), shows that public school […]
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Two GOP presidential debates are set for Iowa and New Hampshire in January before the voting begins
By MEG KINNARD Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Two Republican presidential primary debates have been scheduled in Iowa and New Hampshire in January, not long before each state’s GOP nominating contest. CNN […]
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What’s Up this weekend in Newport: Dec. 8 – 10
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do this weekend in and around Newport, Rhode Island. Friday, December 8 Things To Do Live Music & Entertainment Local Government Saturday, December […]
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Best Christmas movies of all time, according to critics
Since well before Thanksgiving, streaming and cable networks have featured Christmas movies in anticipation of the season. Some wholesome classics, like “Miracle on 34th Street” or “It’s a Wonderful Life,” […]
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10 different foods used in New Year's Eve traditions and the stories behind them
From creating vision boards to spending the night out with your most raucous friends waiting for midnight to strike, everyone chooses to celebrate New Year’s holidays differently. Yet a common […]
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The Ocean Race wins Sustainability Award
The Ocean Race has won the International Sports Awards 2023 for its efforts to put ocean protection at the heart of the round-the-world sailing competition. The 11th Hour Racing collaboration, […]
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Newsletter: What’s Up in Newport – Thursday, December 7
Good Morning! Today is Thursday, December 7, 2023. More than $2.4 million in the form of checks will be sent out to nearly 9,000 Rhode Islanders this holiday season, thanks […]
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Newport Police arrest five on Wednesday, early Thursday
Newport police arrested or summoned/cited seven people on Wednesday and early Thursday morning on charges that included domestic assault, disorderly conduct, resisting arrest, possession of an open container of alcohol, […]
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Lilly scores 22 in Brown’s 67-64 victory against Rhode Island
KINGSTON, R.I. (AP) — Kino Lilly Jr. scored 22 points as Brown beat Rhode Island 67-64 on Wednesday night. Lilly shot 6 for 15 (3 for 7 from 3-point range) […]
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US Coast Guard service members don’t feel safe, new review says. Officials are promising changes
By SUSAN HAIGH Associated Press HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — U.S. Coast Guard officials are promising reforms after an internal review sparked by reports of sexual assault and harassment found that “too many” […]
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Pittsburgh looks to avoid another home upset against a 2-win team when reeling New England visits
By WILL GRAVES AP Sports Writer PITTSBURGH (AP) — The NFL used to come to a near standstill whenever the Pittsburgh Steelers and New England Patriots met. Now, not so […]
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Nearly 9,000 Rhode Islanders to get $2.4 million in unclaimed property checks
More than $2.4 million in the form of checks will be sent out to nearly 9,000 Rhode Islanders this holiday season, thanks to the Treasury’s Your Money program, announced Rhode […]
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U.S. Senior Open signage and e-bikes are on Newport City Council’s December 13 docket
The December 13 regular City Council meeting agenda includes a public hearing to amend the zoning ordinance to allow temporary signage for the 2024 U.S. Senior Open at the Newport […]
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52 sea turtles experiencing ‘cold stun’ in New England flown to rehab in Florida
CLEARWATER, Fla. (AP) — Fifty-two endangered Kemp’s ridley sea turtles suffering from “cold stun” are rehabbing at four facilities in Florida after a flight on a private plane from the New […]
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Middletown Council revives subcommittee to study short-term rentals
The Middletown Town Council has unanimously voted to revive a subcommittee to study short-term rentals in the city and welcomed a new deputy director of public works. During its meeting […]
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Offensive struggles mount for the Patriots, Giants and Jets
Inside the Numbers dives into NFL statistics, streaks and trends each week. For more Inside the Numbers, head here. ___ It’s been more than a decade since the NFL featured three […]
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Pressley, Welch introduce legislation to guarantee right to vote for people with felonies on record
By MATT BROWN Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Congressional Democrats have introduced legislation that would allow people convicted of a felony to vote in federal elections, a proposal that if […]
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Decades after Europe, turning blades send first commercial offshore wind power onto US grid
NEW LONDON, Conn. (AP) — Despite some recent financial setbacks, U.S. offshore windpower has hit a milestone. An 800-foot tall turbine is now sending electricity onto the grid from a […]
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What’s Up Interview: Sadie Dupuis of Speedy Ortiz, playing Union Station in Providence on Dec. 15
“The goal is not to become a bigger font on the festival poster,” says Sadie Dupuis of Speedy Ortiz. “It’s to make things that we care about, play with people […]
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DEM stocking Melville Pond next week with Sebago Salmon, Brook, and Rainbow Trout
Upper and Lower Melville Ponds in Portsmouth are among four freshwater ponds that the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) will be stocking with fish during the week of December […]
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Portsmouth waterfront home sells for $2.7 million
A waterfront home at 128 Thayer Drive in Portsmouth has recently sold for $2,700,000. Alexandra Thursby of Lila Delman Compass’ Newport Office represented the Seller in this transaction, according to […]
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Dr. Michael Fine: What’s Crazy About Hepatitis C, HIV, and Colon Cancer
Dr Francis Collins, the retired but long-time director of the National Institutes of Health, has been writing and talking recently about the need for the US to spend about $5 […]
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Home on Mount Hope Avenue in Jamestown sells for $1.92 million
101 Mount Hope Avenue in Jamestown recently sold for $1,920,000, according to Compass. Situated in the desirable Bryer Farm neighborhood of Jamestown, this home offers a panorama view of the […]
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No. 19 Oklahoma pulls away in 2nd half for 72-51 win over Providence
By TIM WILLERT Associated Press NORMAN, Okla. (AP) — Javian McCollum scored 19 points and Milos Uzan added 17 points and 12 rebounds as No. 19 Oklahoma limited Providence to […]