PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Three men have been sent to prison for their roles in a so-called grandparent scam that cheated more than a dozen Rhode Island residents between the ages of 79 and 94 out of more than $300,000 combined, federal prosecutors said. The defendants contacted the victims and pretended to be a relative […]
News
Posted inNews
Arts & Cultural Alliance of Newport County invites nominations for LeRoy White Soul & Conscience Award
The Arts & Cultural Alliance of Newport County (“ACA”) and the LeRoy White Family Foundation are now accepting nominations for the inaugural LeRoy White Soul & Conscience Award. The $4,000 award will be given annually to a musician of any age or situation whose life and/or art contributes to and connects the community. Musicians may […]
Posted inNews
MVYRADIO announces 3rd Annual Night Out For Nonprofits
By MVYRADIO On Saturday, March 25th, the Island community is invited to the PA Club in Oak Bluffs for the Third Annual “MVYRADIO Night Out For Nonprofits.” MVYRADIO is again holding a party to celebrate the organizations and the people who care for and support this community. WMVY will be providing a great night of […]
Posted inNews, Weather
National Weather Service issues Winter Weather Advisory for Newport, Bristol, Block Island
In the midst of a relatively mild winter, Rhode Islanders are being warned to brace themselves for a potentially treacherous commute on Tuesday. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Bristol, Newport, and Block Island, which will be in effect from 9 pm on Monday until 7 pm on Tuesday. According […]
Posted inNews
Casinos and consulting? Pandemic spurs tribes to diversify
By SUSAN HAIGH Associated Press MASHANTUCKET, Conn. (AP) — When the COVID-19 pandemic shuttered Foxwoods Resort Casino in Connecticut for three months in 2020, its owners, the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, had to reckon with decades of relying heavily on gambling as the tribe’s main source of revenue. “The fact that the casino revenues went […]
Posted inNews
How gas prices have changed in Rhode Island in the last week
On the one-year anniversary of Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine, Iowa, Tennessee New Jersey and Wisconsin saw the largest overall dips in gas prices compared to the week prior. A gallon of gas was $3.39 on average, according to AAA gas price data. Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Rhode Island. Gas prices are […]
Posted inNews
National Weather Services issues Hazardous Weather Outlook
The National Weather Service issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook at 4:58 AM EST on Sunday, February 26th for Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and northern Connecticut. According to the forecast, no hazardous weather is expected for today and tonight. However, residents in the affected areas are advised to stay vigilant as the outlook suggests that a plowable […]
Posted inNews, Weather
3-5″ of snow is possible on Monday night
You may want to prepare for a potential snowstorm this week as the National Weather Forecast predicts snowfall on Monday night and into Tuesday morning. According to the forecast, Monday will see increasing clouds with a high near 38, and a chance of snow after 5 pm. The wind is expected to start from the […]
Posted inNews
Could 2023 be the year offshore wind energy takes off in the US?
On Feb. 22, the Biden administration announced the first auction of offshore wind leases in the Gulf of Mexico. The Gulf Coast, which has been home to numerous offshore oil and gas wells, could provide clean power to 1.3 million homes by the end of this decade. It’s the latest in a recent expansion of […]
Posted inNews
West Warwick man sentenced in unemployment fraud scheme
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – A West Warwick man who admitted to a federal judge that he participated in a conspiracy to use the stolen identities of others to gain COVID related unemployment insurance benefits was sentenced today to three years in federal prison, announced United States Attorney Zachary A. Cunha and Rhode Island Attorney General Peter […]
Posted inNews
The Conversation U.S. weekly news quiz
Fritz Holznagel, The Conversation We hope you’ve enjoyed this quiz from our and quizmaster, Fritz Holznagel, a past winner of the Jeopardy! Tournament of Champions. If you have feedback on the quiz, please send us an email at us.quiz@theconversation.com. Fritz Holznagel, Quizmaster, The Conversation This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons […]
Posted inNews
Best movies of 2023 so far
2023 is shaping up to be a big year in film. More than 4,000 titles are slated for release worldwide, according to IMDb. With this many new movies on the horizon, there’s sure to be a little something for everyone. Franchise fans are excited about sequels like “Creed III,” “Indiana Jones and the Dial of […]
Posted inNews
Boston warns of overdoses linked to fentanyl-laced cocaine
BOSTON (AP) — Boston public health officials have alerted health care providers in the city about a “concerning” increase in the number of opioid-related overdoses among people who believed they were using cocaine. The Boston Public Health Commission announced Thursday that city Emergency Medical Services responded to 11 suspected cases in one 24-hour period earlier […]
Posted inCity & Government
Newport Police Department offering $5,000 hiring bonus
In an effort to attract more candidates to join its Police Department, the City of Newport is offering a sign-on bonus and has extended its deadline to apply to join the ranks of Newport’s finest. Applications to join the Newport Police Department are now being accepted until Friday, March 10th. Both certified police officers and new recruits […]
Posted inNews, Weather
Breezy and chilly weekend forecasted for Newport County
Residents and visitors are in for a weekend of mixed weather, with some chances of snow and rain forecasted. According to the National Weather Service, this afternoon will be mostly sunny with isolated flurries after 2pm, and a high near 41 degrees. However, it will also be breezy, with a northwest wind ranging from 20 […]
Posted inCity & Government
Aquidneck Island Climate Caucus to host a virtual conversation on what to do with plastic waste
STATE HOUSE – Rep. Lauren H. Carson and Rep. Terri Cortvriend will host an upcoming Aquidneck Island Climate Caucus virtual conversation on plastic waste in Rhode Island. The discussion will venture into pyrolysis, plastic reduction and the possibility of a bottle bill for the state. The forum will take place on Zoom Sunday, March 5, […]
Posted inNews
How spending on public education in every state has changed—and where the money comes from
The COVID-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc on the U.S. public education system, diminishing enrollment by unprecedented numbers. As a growing contingent of parents have enrolled their kids in private or charter schools or turned to home-schooling, a key consequence has been less money for public schools and districts, as public school funding is determined by […]
Posted inNews
US Navy applies lessons from costly shipbuilding mistakes
BATH, Maine (AP) — The U.S. Navy appears to have learned from its costly lessons after cramming too much new technology onto warships and speeding them into production as it embarks on building new destroyers, which are the backbone of the fleet. Military officials say they’re slowing down the design and purchase of its next-generation […]
Posted inCity & Government
What’s On The Agenda: Newport School Building Committee Meeting on Feb. 27
The Newport School Committee – Ad Hoc School Building Committee will host a School Building Committee meeting on Monday, February 27 at 5:30 pm in the cafeteria at Pell Elementary School. The meeting is open to the public. Here’s a look at what’s on the agenda; DownloadMeetingFiles-2Download
Posted inNews
Man with 665,000 fake Adderall pills gets 10-year sentence
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — A man who admitted to having more than 665,000 counterfeit Adderall pills containing methamphetamine has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison. Dylan Rodas, 27, of Cumberland, Rhode Island, pleaded guilty in September to possession with intent to distribute 500 grams or more of methamphetamine. He was sentenced on Thursday. […]
Posted inNews, People & Profiles
Newport Police Chief Gary Silva reflects on his 40-year career and offers advice to future officers
In a recent interview with Newport Police Chief Gary Silva, he reflected on his 40-year career as a Newport police officer and his 12-year tenure as Chief. As part of our “4Qs with” series, Chief Silva answered questions about his proudest moments, advice for future police officers, and his retirement plans. When asked about his […]
Posted inNews
Hit man in political murder-for-hire sentenced to 20 years
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — The man who admitted to helping carry out a murder-for-hire plot engineered by a former New Jersey political consultant was sentenced Thursday to 20 years in prison. Bomani Africa appeared in federal district court for sentencing in the 2014 death of Michael Galdieri, the son of a former state senator, after pleading […]
Posted inCity & Government
Rep. Morales introduces legislation to protect SNAP recipients from experiencing a reduction in their benefits
STATE HOUSE – Rep. David Morales has introduced legislation that would temporarily extend additional support for individuals and families who receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. “Across every city and town, we have a total of over 80,000 households in our state that depend on SNAP to access nutritious food and their daily groceries,” […]
Posted inCity & Government
Capt. Ryan Duffy named interim Newport Police Chief
The City of Newport is beginning a formal search process to replace outgoing Police Chief Gary T. Silva, who announced his retirement after 40 years with the department earlier this month. The City of Newport today announced in a press release that Captain Ryan Duffy, a 22-year veteran of the Newport Police Department, will serve […]
Posted inNews
Little Compton is featured in the latest edition of Rhode Island PBS’s ‘Our Town’
The local legends, historical events, and personal memoirs of Little Compton, Rhode Island, are the focus in the latest edition of Our Town – an ongoing Rhode Island PBS documentary project filmed by residents and their tight-knit community. Our Town: Little Compton premieres Wednesday, March 8 at 8 p.m. Last summer, Rhode Island PBS invited neighbors and friends of Little Compton to become […]