By The Ocean Race The Ocean Race, the round-the-world sailing event known as the toughest test of a team in sport, is launching Generation Ocean, Join the race to protect our incredible blue planet, a new secondary school learning programme. The engaging materials equip teachers and parents with all they need to help learners understand the crucial role […]
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Kalus loans campaign additional million dollars; total now nears $4 million
Ashley Kalus, the Republican candidate for governor in Rhode Island, continues to pour her own money into the election, loaning the campaign an additional $1 million since Sept. 6, bringing the total she has loaned her campaign to $3.7 million, according to her campaign finance report filed on Oct. 11. Candidates are required to file […]
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RIPEC releases road map for education reform in Rhode Island
The Rhode Island Public Expenditure Council (RIPEC) today released a report on the state of K-12 education in Rhode Island and recommendations to improve the education system. Through its in-depth historical and analytic study of the state’s K-12 system, RIPEC says in a press release that it found that Rhode Island’s education system is in […]
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DEM recognizes Rhode Island winners of EPA Environmental Merit Awards
The Department of Environmental Management (DEM) today announced that it is glad to recognize the six Rhode Island recipients of the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s Environmental Merit Awards, given to those who have made outstanding contributions to protect New England’s environment. Awardees include four individuals and two organizations: Judith Swift, retiring director of the URI Coastal […]
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Alex Jones ordered to pay $965 million for Sandy Hook lies
By DAVE COLLINS Associated Press WATERBURY, Conn. (AP) — Jurors ordered conspiracy theorist Alex Jones on Wednesday to pay nearly $1 billion to Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting victims’ relatives and an FBI agent, who said he turned their loss and trauma into years of torment by promoting the lie that the rampage was a […]
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Treasury probing Florida Gov. DeSantis’ migrant flights
By FATIMA HUSSEIN Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The Treasury Department’s internal watchdog is investigating whether Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis improperly used federal pandemic aid to fly migrants to Martha’s Vineyard as part of his effort to “transport illegal immigrants to sanctuary destinations.” At issue is whether millions of dollars in interest earned on State […]
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Boston set to host 2025 figure skating world championships
The International Skating Union awarded the 2025 world figure skating championships to Boston on Wednesday, giving the U.S. the opportunity to host the last worlds before the Winter Olympics the following year in Milan. It will be the second time Boston hosts worlds after welcoming sellout crowds to TD Garden in 2016. “We are extremely happy […]
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Newport Public Schools: Superintendent’s Community Update – October 12
Colleen Burns Jermain, Superintendent of Newport Public Schools shared the following community update on Wednesday, October 12, 2022.
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International Tennis Hall of Fame CEO Todd Martin to resign in January
The International Tennis Hall of Fame (ITHF) today announced that CEO Todd Martin has resigned from his position, effective January 1, 2023. Martin has served as ITHF CEO since September 2014. The ITHF included the following in a press release today; Martin has accepted a new role as Head of Tennis for Beemok Capital, which […]
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WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Gregg Amore, Democratic candidate for Secretary of State
Gregg Amore, the Democratic candidate for Rhode Island Secretary of State, joined What’sUpNewp for a live virtual video conversation on Wednesday, October 12 at 12 pm. During this interview, we introduce/re-introduce you to Amore, chat about his platform and priorities, hear about his time in office, and more. Watch the interview below.
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“Six Picks” Halloween Frights! Scary attractions in RI and nearby MA this season
As we continue to celebrate the 2022 Fall season, this week we highlight six of the scariest Halloween attractions around the region. Be warned, some of these events are not for the faint of heart. Note: Most of these attractions are not recommended for young children. Check the websites for details. Scary Acres is a frightening hayride […]
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The VETS completes its new seat installation project, increases overall capacity
The VETS welcomes back audiences for its 2022-2023 season with all new seats in the main hall. The theatre’s transformation was completed over the summer after removing and replacing the existing 72-year-old seats. The new seats were installed by Irwin Seating Company and add several enhancements to the patron experience as well as increase the […]
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RIPTA to detour 21 routes in Providence on Sunday to accommodate the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) will detour twenty-one bus routes in the downtown Providence area on Sunday, October 16, 2022, in order to accommodate the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk. Routes 1, 3, 4, 17, 19, 21, 30, 31, 33, 34, 35, 50, 55, 78, and 92 will be detoured from 8:15AM […]
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WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Peter Neronha, candidate for Attorney General
Peter Neronha, the Democratic candidate for Rhode Island Attorney General, joined What’sUpNewp for a live virtual video conversation on Friday, October 14 at 10:30 am. During this interview, we introduce/re-introduce you to Neronha, and chat about his recent work, his priorities, and more. Watch the conversation below.
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Cranston man wins $763,383 Wild Money jackpot
Rhode Island Lottery today announced that the largest Wild Money jackpot of $763,383 from the Saturday, October 8, 2022, drawing has been claimed by a Cranston man. He purchased the winning Quick Pick ticket at Milk N More, 1232 Park Ave., Cranston. Rhode Island Lottery did not identify the man but says that he has no definite plans […]
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Newport in Bloom to give away 30,000 daffodil bulbs at Easton’s Beach on Oct. 15
On Saturday, October 15, from 9 am-noon, 30,000 bulbs will be given away free by Newport in Bloom, outside the Easton’s Beach rotunda – until supplies last. The bulbs come two dozen to a bag, a retail value of nearly $20. In addition to bulbs given away in Newporter, the City will plant 22,500 donated bulbs during […]
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Newport Restoration Foundation launching Preservation Trades Specialist Training Program
The Newport Restoration Foundation (NRF) today announced its inaugural Preservation Trades Specialist Training Program. Through the organization’s Historic Trades Initiative, local contractors can nominate members of their workforce for the initial 12-week program. Upon completion, the participants will receive a Preservation Trades Specialist Certification from NRF. The Preservation Trades Specialist Training Program was developed through […]
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US museums return African bronzes stolen in 19th century
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — A bronze sculpture of a West African king that had been in the collection of a Rhode Island museum for more than 70 years was among 31 culturally precious objects that were returned to the Nigerian government on Tuesday. The Benin Bronzes including a piece called the “Head of a King” […]
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WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with James L. Lathrop, candidate for General Treasurer
James Lathrop, the Republican candidate for General Treasurer, a career financial professional, hopes to bring his experience to what is perhaps the chief financial office in state government. And that’s exactly what his campaign, saying that what’s needed in the office is a professional financier, instead of a “career politician.” Lathrop’s opponent is former Central […]
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Newport shows off its best for the 2022 Amica Newport Marathon and Half Marathon
By Lisa McCurdy on behalf of Gray Matter Marketing Sunday, October 9th started with a beautiful sunrise over the water by Easton’s Beach, the sky painted in brilliant oranges, yellows, and purples. But, for the more than 2,000 runners who completed the 2022 Amica Newport Marathon and Half Marathon that morning, the day started well […]
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Adoptable Dog of the Week: Zeke
Meet your new best friend, Zeke– this week’s Adoptable Dog of the Week! The Potter League for Animals shares on their website that Zeke is a 9-year-old male Mixed Breed. Zeke is considered a medium-sized dog, weighing between 20-59 pounds. Here’s what else Potter League for Animals has to say about Zeke; Zeke is a […]
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Sen. DiPalma to hold 6th annual Cyber Hygiene Event with Congressman Langevin on Oct. 17
Sen. Louis P. DiPalma, in conjunction with Congressman James R. Langevin, will be holding the sixth annual Cyber Hygiene Event on Monday, October 17 at 6 p.m. at the CCRI Newport campus. The purpose of the event is to provide the public with an increased awareness of the various cyber exploitations and practical steps to protect […]
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Cities with the most expensive homes in Rhode Island
Stacker compiled a list of cities with the most expensive homes in Rhode Island using data from Zillow. Cities are ranked by the Zillow Home Values Index for all homes as of August 2022. The charts in this story were created automatically using Matplotlib. The most expensive city on the list has a typical home […]
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20 influential Indigenous Americans you might not know about
Most Americans can count on one hand the Indigenous Americans who they know contributed to the colonial history of this land—from Sacagawea and Geronimo to Pocahontas and Sitting Bull. However, the reality is the one-sided nature of American history taught to children in the U.S. has minimized the contributions of Indigenous people, making for a […]
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Nearly 1 in 4 nurses said they're likely to leave nursing due to COVID-19—here's why
Nurses have the opportunity to make a significant impact on their patients. While working to help heal and save lives may be rewarding, it can also take a physical, mental, and emotional toll. Though COVID-19 hospitalizations appear to have eased from their peak, the health care industry has taken a hit like never before. […]