May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and what better way to celebrate than to stack your to-be-read lists with some of the many incredible works from Asian American authors. Although much of popular culture in America still struggles with producing consistent and diverse Asian American representation, there is a treasure trove of […]
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Nine to be inducted into RI Heritage Hall of Fame
They come from every corner of the state, representing all kinds of professions, and all contributing to what makes up the unique character of Rhode Island – this is the 57th class to be inducted into the Rhode Island Heritage Hall of Fame, the Class of 2022. The nine newest Hall of Fame members will […]
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Patriots shore up OL, pick a QB and a couple more Joneses
By JIMMY GOLEN AP Sports Writer The New England Patriots picked up three players to protect quarterback Mac Jones and one to back him up. After making a surprising reach for Chattanooga guard Cole Strange in the first round of the NFL draft, the Patriots on Saturday added another guard, LSU’s Chasen Hines, and Michigan […]
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Election 2022: Gubernatorial poll, Fung announces, unions weigh in on Fung candidacy
Gorbea: Poll has her leading in Dem. Governor race Secretary of State and candidate for Governor Nellie Gorbea’s campaign today released a poll memo that they say shows Gorbea leading in the Democratic race for governor. According to the campaign, Gorbea leads the crowded Democratic gubernatorial field with 30 percent. McKee placed second with 24 […]
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Weather: Today, Tonight & Tomorrow’s Weather Forecast for Newport, RI
Here’s the latest weather forecast for Newport. newport weather information Here’s the latest from the National Weather Service; Today: Mostly sunny, with a high near 56. North wind 8 to 11 mph. Tonight: Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming clear, with a low around 40. South wind around 5 mph becoming light and variable. Sunday: Sunny, with a high […]
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Pats fill holes, adding Baylor WR Thornton, Houston CB Jones
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The Patriots made a move to secure another weapon for second-year quarterback Mac Jones and addressed a hole in their secondary, trading up to select Baylor receiver Tyquan Thornton and adding Houston cornerback Marcus Jones on Day 2 of the NFL draft on Friday night. New England traded its second-round pick […]
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Rhode Island among states with the largest unionized workforces
Kerem Yucel // Anadolu Agency via Getty Images States with the largest unionized workforces Unions spent the first half of the 20th century transforming a massive industrial peasantry into the American middle class. In the second half of the 20th century, big business fought back by pressing for so-called “right-to-work” laws, which dilute the influence […]
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New Rhode Island State Police commander sworn in
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Col. Darnell Weaver was sworn in as the superintendent of the Rhode Island State Police on Friday, the 15th person to lead the agency, but the first person of color in the role. “At this moment in time, I believe this is the moment to connect our communities with our law […]
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Fort Adams Trust hosts annual meeting, adds four new board members
Fort Adams Trust hosted its 2022 Annual Meeting in the Casemates at Fort Adams on Wednesday, April 27. Editor’s Note – I serve as Vice President of Fort Adams Trust and have been a member of its Board of Directors since 2017. Current Board Members, past board members, Fort Adams Trust supporters/volunteers, and members of […]
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Newport Restoration Foundation now accepting nominations for the 2022 Doris Duke Historic Preservation Awards
The annual Doris Duke Historic Preservation Awards, a joint program of the Newport Restoration Foundation and the City of Newport, encourages excellence in historic preservation by recognizing exemplary preservation, restoration, and rehabilitation projects as well as education and advocacy initiatives that have taken place throughout Aquidneck Island. Newport Restoration Foundation is calling upon the local […]
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Prof. Carla Pestana to open 2022 Judah Touro Series with a talk on religious freedom in colonial Newport
Touro Synagogue Foundation has announced the first program of its 2022 Judah Touro Program Series, to be presented virtually, via Zoom, on Thursday, May 5 at 7:30 p.m. Professor Carla Pestana will present a lecture titled “Religious Freedom in early America: Newport’s colonial Jewish community in context.” While Newport’s historic tradition of religious liberty is well known, many […]
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JPMorgan Chase opens branch in Middletown
Today, JPMorgan Chase announced the opening of its first retail branch in Middletown and its eleventh in Rhode Island. The branch is located at 5 East Main Road in Middletown. JP Morgan Chase opens in Middletown. Photo provided by JP Morgan Chase “We’ve long viewed Middletown as a place we wanted to be,” said Jennifer […]
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Massachusetts Senate passes bill legalizing betting on pros
BOSTON (AP) — The Massachusetts state Senate has passed a bill to legalize in-person and online betting on professional sports in the state, a move that according to chamber leadership would generate $35 million in tax revenue annually. The bill passed on a voice vote late Thursday differs significantly from a sports betting bill passed in […]
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Kamala Harris to speak at Coast Guard Academy commencement
NEW LONDON, Conn. (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris will be this year’s commencement speaker at the Coast Guard Academy, school officals announced Friday. Harris will deliver the keynote address at the May 18 ceremony in New London, Connecticut, Rear Adm. Bill Kelly, the Coast Guard Academy’s superintendent, said in a news release. “We are […]
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Counties with the highest rate of food insecure children in Rhode Island
Food insecurity is a widespread problem in the United States, with people experiencing food insecurity in every single county in the nation. The nonprofit Feeding America describes food insecurity as “a lack of consistent access to enough food for every person in a household to live an active, healthy life.” Food insecurity hits children particularly […]
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Hybrid school unification talks advance
About a month ago, Middletown announced it was working with the City of Newport to potentially unify schools systems — with caveats. Since then, it’s largely been radio silence on the ambitious hybrid plan — at least publicly. But behind the scenes, local officials have been busy lining up the pieces to get everything ready […]
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Patriots trade down, take Chattanooga’s Strange in 1st round
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The Patriots made a move down the board, then another to replenish their offensive line, selecting guard Cole Strange with the 29th pick in the NFL draft on Thursday night. New England entered the night with needs to fill at linebacker and in its secondary, but chose to first fortify the […]
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Highest rated beer in Rhode Island
If you drink beer—any beer—you’ve likely heard of the craft beer revolution, and you likely fall into one of two camps: IPA warrior or lager loyalist. The great thing about a beer-related revolution is that there is no wrong side. Whatever your preference, cheers to you. The burgeoning brewery business is indeed a revolution by […]
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What’s Up this weekend: April 29 – May 1
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport this weekend, April 9 – May 1, 2022. This story will be updated throughout the week as we receive more events/get updates. Have an event that you’d like to see on this list or our calendar? Add it here. Six Picks Events: What’s Up […]
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Climate change, a threat to local tourism
Climate change, with its rising and warming seas, more frequent and severe storms, poses an increasing threat to shoreline tourism communities, like Newport and Rhode Island’s south coast, according to a leading Rhode Island tourism official. “People are drawn to the water,” says Evan Smith, executive director of Discover Newport, and a 30- year veteran […]
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Norman Bird Sanctuary wins statewide prize for food and education program
The Norman Bird Sanctuary in Middletown is one of just three organizations statewide to be honored with Best Practice Awards by the Rhode Island Foundation. The awards spotlight programs that the Foundation believes can be models for other nonprofits to follow. “The Coalition emerged from a highly competitive process and an impressive group of nominees. […]
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16 states that want to electrify USPS fleet file lawsuits
California and 15 states that want the U.S. Postal Service to electrify its mail delivery vehicles are suing to halt purchases of thousands of gas-powered trucks as the agency modernizes its delivery fleet. Three separate lawsuits, filed Thursday by the states and environmental groups in New York and California, ask judges to order a more […]
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Henry Winkler to address New England Institute of Tech grads
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Aaaaaaaay! The Fonz is heading to Rhode Island to deliver the commencement address at the New England Institute of Technology. Henry Winkler, 76, an Emmy-winning actor, director, producer and children’s author known for his portrayal of Arthur “Fonzie” Fonzarelli in the 1970s and ’80s television show “Happy Days” is scheduled to […]
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Best high schools in Rhode Island
As filmmaker and writer Nora Ephron said during a ’96 commencement address at Wellesley College, “Your education is a dress rehearsal for a life that is yours to lead.” If that’s the case, high school may be one of the greatest dress rehearsals of all. It’s a place where students explore their interests, dive into […]
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Counties with the worst commutes in Rhode Island
Marcbela (Marc N. Belanger) // Wikimedia Commons Counties with the worst commutes in Rhode Island Commuting easily ranks as one of the least enjoyable parts of a person’s day. Commuters encounter more physical health problems, and low-income commuters are less likely to gain financial stability—among a host of other negative impacts. And yet, America’s commutes […]