Debbie Felton, UMass Amherst Ah, Valentine’s Day: that Hallmark holiday of greeting cards and chocolates, its bloody origins almost entirely forgotten over the last 2,000 years! What began as a Christian feast day honoring two or three early Christian martyrs – the original “Valentines” – is now associated with flocks of winged cherubic Cupids, whose […]
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Potter League for Animals launches their annual P.S. I Love You Pet Calendar Photo Contest
Back for its 7th year, the Potter League for Animals’ “P.S. I Love You Pet Calendar Photo Contest” raises funds for our vital services, which include animal sheltering and adoptions, veterinary care, wellness clinics, pet food pantry, education programs for youth and adults, spay and neuter services, and so much more!It’s easy to participate! Submit your favorite photo of […]
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The pandemic missing: The kids who didn’t go back to school
By BIANCA VÁZQUEZ TONESS and SHARON LURYE Associated Press She’d be a senior right now, preparing for graduation in a few months, probably leading her school’s modern dance troupe and taking art classes. Instead, Kailani Taylor-Cribb hasn’t taken a single class in what used to be her high school since the height of the coronavirus […]
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Newport City Council looks to Accessory Dwelling Units as one way to alleviate housing shortage
The Newport City Council, recognizing that housing is a critical issue in the city, tonight voted to direct various city agencies to develop standards by which the city can expand its housing stock by approving the development of Accessory Dwelling Units. The state legislature, in the last legislative session, enacted enabling legislation that allows cities […]
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Bipartisan legislation introduced at the Rhode Island State House would lower prescription drug costs
Representative David Morales and House Minority Leader Michael Chippendale have introduced a new piece of bipartisan legislation in the Rhode Island state house with the aim of lowering the cost of prescription drugs. The new bill, numbered 2023 H-5350, aims to limit the out-of-pocket expenses of specialty prescription drugs for insured people to $150 per […]
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Middletown thanks Police Chief Kewer for service – welcomes back Pesare as new Chief
By Matt Sheley, Town of Middletown The Town of Middletown is saying “Goodbye” to one police chief and welcoming back another. Late last month, Police Chief William Kewer informed the town he wanted to go in a different direction with his career and would not renew his contract when it expired. Kewer — who’s served […]
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Newport School Superintendent’s Community Update: Feb. 8
Newport School Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain shared the following message for Newport parents, families, and staff on Wednesday, February 8, 2023.
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Town of Middletown: New School Bond looks like it’s heading to a May 2 Special Election
By Matt Sheley The Town Council is seeking approval for a $190 million bond for a new middle-high school bond. Following a lengthy discussion Monday night in Town Hall, the council voted unanimously to ask the General Assembly to okay enabling legislation to clear the way for a special election on May 2. Acknowledging the […]
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Local teen selected to showcase musical talents at National Boys & Girls Club of America’s Conference
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County today announced that teen member Nate Powers will take the stage and perform at the Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s 117th annual national conference this May. Nate, a senior at the Met School in Newport, will showcase his musical talents to 2,500 attendees and VIPs in […]
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In new role, Sanders demands answers from Starbucks’ Schultz
By MARY CLARE JALONICK Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — As Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders settles into his new role as chairman of the Senate committee that oversees health and labor issues, he says some corporations “should be nervous.” And the longtime liberal crusader’s first target is Howard Schultz, the interim CEO of Starbucks who has aggressively fought […]
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Brandi Carlile, Trey Anastasio Band, and Stick Figure to headline 2023 Levitate Music And Arts Festival
Levitate Music and Arts Festival today announced the lineup for its 2023 festival, which is scheduled to take place July 7 – 9 at the Marshfield Fairgrounds in Marshfield, Massachusetts. This year’s lineup will feature 9x Grammy winner Brandi Carlile, Trey Anastasio, Stick Figure, Celisse, Ziggy Marley, Goose, Rebelution, Peach Pit, The Heavy Heavy, Lucius, […]
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Black History Month: RI’s Greatest African American Musicians
From Opera to Doo-Wop to Jazz, African-American artists have contributed enormously to Rhode Island’s musical heritage. As part of our celebration of Black History Month, we’re introducing you to a few Rhode Islanders who paved the way. For more, check out the videos in the story below and visit the Rhode Island Music Hall of Fame […]
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Irish in America: Portsmouth Free Public Library to host a musical celebration on March 8
A musical celebration of the “Irish in America” is set to take place at 6:30 pm on Wednesday, March 8, at the Portsmouth Free Public Library. This event promises to be a journey of music, laughter, and storytelling as Mary King, Cathy Clasper-Torch, and Dan Lanier come together to delight the audience with their unique […]
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CVS buying spree continues with $10.6B Oak Street deal
By TOM MURPHY AP Health Writer CVS Health is plunging deeper into primary care services, buying primary care provider Oak Street Health for approximately $10.6 billion. The drugstore chain said Wednesday it would pay $39 per share in cash for each share of Oak Street in a deal expected to close this year. Oak Street […]
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Vermont gas utility sees geothermal as a part of its carbon-cutting portfolio
by Lisa Prevost, Energy News Network Vermont’s only natural gas company is exploring possible sites for its first fossil-fuel-free, networked geothermal project, a heating and cooling technology that could be a natural fit for a company already skilled at designing and constructing piping systems. “It’s a near-perfect overlay of our current business model,” said Richard […]
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Adoptable Cat of the Week: Applejack
Meet your new best friend, Applejack – this week’s Adoptable Cat of the Week! Available for adoption at the Potter League for Animals in Middletown, Applejack is a 5-year-old female Domestic Medium Shorthair. “Applejack is a beautiful little Tortie cat. She’s simply a sweetie, and she’s looking for a home to call her own, and […]
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U2’s Bono, family of Tyre Nichols’ among Jill Biden’s guests
Rock star Bono, the family of Tyre Nichols and the 26-year-old who disarmed a gunman in last month’s Monterey Park, California, shooting were among the featured guests sitting alongside first lady Jill Biden at Tuesday’s State of the Union address. The guests were invited “because they personify issues or themes” Biden addressed in the speech or […]
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AP sources: Walsh to leave Biden Cabinet for NHL union
BY STEPHEN WHYNO, ZEKE MILLER and SEUNG MIN KIM Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. Labor Secretary Marty Walsh is expected to leave the Biden administration to run the National Hockey League Players’ Association, according to two people familiar with his plans. The hockey players’ union has been searching for a new executive director to take over […]
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Prosecution: Woman planned the killings of her 3 children
PLYMOUTH, Mass. (AP) — A Massachusetts woman used exercise bands to strangle her three children in the family home in a well-planned assault while her husband was out for about 20 minutes picking up medicine at a pharmacy and takeout, a prosecutor said at her arraignment Tuesday. Not guilty pleas were entered on behalf of […]
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$100,000 Powerball Ticket sold in North Kingstown; two $50,000 Powerball Tickets claimed
It was a lucky week for Powerball players in Rhode Island, as three tickets won big in the February 6 and 4, 2023, drawings. The biggest win came from a ticket sold at Speedway in North Kingstown, which matched four numbers and the Powerball to win $50,000. However, the winner decided to purchase the Power […]
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Video: Newport Planning Board discusses plans for the proposed hotel on Waites Wharf
On Monday, February 6, Newport Planning Board held a meeting in the Council Chambers at Newport City Hall. The meeting, which lasted more than four hours, focused mostly on a revised petition that is hoping to build a 118-room transient guest facility on Waites Wharf. Revised petition of Harbour Realty LLC, Waites Wharf Realty Association […]
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Fall trial planned for man charged with killing mom at sea
By LISA RATHKE Associated Press RUTLAND, Vt. (AP) — A federal judge on Tuesday set an October trial for the man charged with killing his mother at sea during a 2016 fishing trip off the coast of New England in what prosecutors say was a scheme to inherit millions of dollars. Nathan Carman, 29, of Vernon, Vermont, […]
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RIPTA to honor Rosa Parks’ legacy with new bus shelter in Providence
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) has announced plans to construct a new bus shelter in honor of civil rights icon Rosa Parks. The bus shelter will be located at the intersection of Smith Street and Park Street, directly across from the State House in Providence. Rosa Parks, widely known as the mother of […]
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Most popular girl names in the ’00s in Rhode Island
Stacker compiled a list of the most popular baby names for girls in the 2000s in Rhode Island using data from the Social Security Administration. Names are ranked by number of babies born in Rhode Island from 2000 to 2009. Note: The Social Security Administration collects data on baby names with a binary understanding of […]
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DEM set to hold Public Workshop on proposed Freshwater Fishing and Hunting Regs on Feb. 15
PROVIDENCE, RI – The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) will hold a public workshop on Wednesday, Feb. 15, at 5:30 PM regarding the proposed 2024-25 freshwater fishing season and the 2023-24 and 2024-25 hunting and trapping seasons and bag limits.
The workshop’s purpose is to inform the public about regulatory proposals currently under consideration by the DEM Division of Fish and Wildlife (DFW) and to give the opportunity for feedback on these and alternative proposals. The meeting will not be recorded, nor will there be written testimony. It is a workshop with short presentations about program proposals and geared for members of the public to interact with DFW staff.
When: Wednesday, Feb. 15, 5:30PM
Where: Cranston Central Library
James Giles Community Room
140 Sockanosset Cross Road
Cranston RI, 02920
An official public hearing on the proposed regulations will be held in May with a date and time to be provided in the future. To request copies of the draft regulations, please email Ashley Schipritt at ashley.schipritt@dem.ri.gov or call 401-423-1928. Copies of the draft regulations will be provided prior to the workshop.
This event is not endorsed by or affiliated with the Cranston Public Library.
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