The City of Newport has released the first in a series of findings in its comprehensive Transportation Master Plan process. Launched in the summer of 2021, the City’s Transportation Master Plan, aims to establish a collective vision to make it safer and easier for residents and visitors to navigate Newport’s streets and sidewalks. On Wednesday, the […]
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26.9 acres of forestland in Little Compton permanently protected
The Department of Environmental Management (DEM) today announced the permanent protection of 26.9 acres of forested land in Little Compton for public recreational use, including hunting. The parcel abuts DEM’s Eight Rod Management Area, which straddles the boundary of Little Compton and Tiverton and consists of over 600 acres of forestland and farm fields. DEM […]
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Former Rhode Island General Treasurer Anthony Solomon dies after a lengthy illness
Former Rhode Island General Treasurer Anthony Solomon, 89, who served in the position for more than 11 years, died yesterday after a lengthy illness. A lifelong resident of Providence, Anthony operated a pharmacy in Olneyville for many years before running for the state House of Representatives (11th district) in 1966. He served in the […]
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One on WUN: A conversation with Newport School Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain
With the state’s school masking mandate ending next week, will Newport’s public schools also lift the mandate? We’ll learn more today at 1:30 p.m. when School Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain joins WhatsUpNewp for her monthly videocast.We’ll also learn more about the school department’s effort to cover increasing costs for its school building project – additional […]
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Afternoon UPDATE: Winter Weather Advisory for Southern RI Friday- Winter Storm Warning Providence North
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for our area. The Advisory is in effect from late Thursday night through Friday evening. Snow is expected to arrive overnight Thursday and mix with sleet and rain at times during the day Friday. Total snow accumulations of 2′ to 5″ are possible in parts […]
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Russia invades Ukraine – 5 essential reads from experts
Naomi Schalit, The Conversation This is a frightening moment. Russia has invaded Ukraine, and certainly those most frightened right now are the people of Ukraine. But violent aggression – a war mounted by a country with vast military resources against a smaller, weaker country – strikes fear in all of us. As a Washington Post […]
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Governor McKee, RIDOH to host COVID-19 briefing on Wednesday
Governor Dan McKee, Rhode Island Department of Health Interim Director Dr. James McDonald, and Rhode Island Department of Education Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green will host a COVID-19 briefing on Wednesday at 11 am to provide an update on the State’s booster and K-12 vaccination efforts. According to Governor McKee’s office, the following individuals will be present for the briefing; Governor Dan McKeeLt. Governor […]
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Tuareg musician Mdou Moctar coming to the Columbus Theatre Thursday
If you’re not familiar with the genre often referred to as “desert rock,” you’re in for a treat Thursday night at the Columbus Theatre. Mdou Moctar, a native of the North African nation of Niger, is opening his nationwide tour in Providence. Tickets are available here. Moctar’s guitar style is hypnotic, and the band’s shows […]
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Newport Police: Man dead, another injured following stabbing incident on Dudley Avenue (Update)
The Newport Police Department released the following update on Tuesday morning regarding an incident that left one male dead and another injured on Monday in the are of 12 Dudley Avenue in Newport. On February 21, 2022, at approximately 1547 hours, a 911 call was placed to the Newport Fire Department for two males fighting […]
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Election 2022: Governor McKee to announce run for reelection
In what is no surprise, Gov Dan McKee today is scheduled to formally announce that he’s running for reelection at 9:15 a.m. at Igus, Inc. in East Providence. McKee is expected to talk about his vision for the next four years to grow jobs, lower costs for hardworking families, support small businesses, and put money […]
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Nathan Gray & The Iron Roses to open US tour February 25 at Askew in Providence
Barreling toward the release of their third studio album, Rebel Songs on December 17, 2021, melodic alt-punk band Nathan Gray & The Iron Roses has just announced a 20-date US tour with BlackGuyFawkes. Kicking off on February 25, 2022 at Askew in Providence, RI, the tour winds its way west making several stops out to Milwaukee, WI (3/7), Chicago, IL (3/9), back […]
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Introducing Bellevue Boards, Broadway’s newest woman-owned business
Bellevue Boards, a new charcuterie board business owned by Newport resident Jackie Connor, opened its doors at 84 Broadway last weekend and is taking orders on bellevueboards.com. Each arrangement is handcrafted by Connor, who came to Newport as a college student at Salve Regina and just completed her MBA at the school in 2021. Jackie […]
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What’sUpNewp’s top stories this week in Newport County
Snow, tragedy, and nostalgia were among the most popular topics on What’sUpNewp this week. Here’s a look at the most-read stories from this past week, February 13 – 19, 2022. Top Stories 1 – Here’s how much snow fell across Rhode Island Feb. 13 -14 2 – Two arrested in connection to double-shooting incident, police […]
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The Guest List: Documentary about The Station nightclub fire will premiere on February 20
The Guest List: The Station Nightclub Fire, America’s Deadliest Rock Concert will premiere on Sunday, February 20, 2022. February 20 is the 19th anniversary of the tragic fire that killed 100 and injured another 230 people at The Station nightclub in West Warwick, Rhode Island. The film was directed and produced by David Bellino and […]
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Newport Festivals Foundation offering free afterschool music program to Aquidneck Island high school students
Registration is now open for the Newport Festivals Workshops Program, a free, virtual afterschool music program created by Newport Festivals Foundation, which produces the Newport Folk and Newport Jazz Festivals. According to a press release from Newport Festivals Foundation, the workshops will be taught by professional musicians and music industry professionals about Songwriting, Audio Engineering, Music Industry […]
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Adoptable Pet of the Week: Dunkin
Meet your new best friend, Dunkin – this week’s Adoptable Pet of the Week! The Potter League for Animals shares on their website that Dunkin is a 1-year-old male Mixed Breed. Here’s what else Potter League for Animals has to say about Dunkin; Introducing Dunkin! This sweet boy is looking for his dream home and […]
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Election 2022: Magaziner, Diossa pick up endorsements; Foulkes promises bold leadership on gun safety
This year will be among Rhode Island’s most active and fiery elections, from local races to crowded gubernatorial and U.S. House of Representative campaigns. Here’s our wrap-up of some of the top political stories of the moment. Magaziner’s union endorsements General Treasurer Seth Magaziner, Democratic candidate for Rhode Island’s Second District House of Representatives seat, […]
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Agenda: Newport City Council meeting on February 23
Newport City Council will host their next Regular Council Meeting on Wednesday, February 23 at 6:30 pm. The meeting will be held virtually. Here’s a look at the docket. CITY OF NEWPORT DOCKET FOR A REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 23, 2022 THE MEETING WILL BE HELD REMOTELY IN COMPLIANCE WITH GOVERNOR MCKEE’S EXECUTIVE ORDER 22-01 […]
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11th Hour Racing: Lifting the lid on boat build impacts for a more sustainable industry
Written by 11th Hour Racing Sailing Team A dramatic rise in the carbon footprint of the build of a performance race boat has been unveiled in the Sustainable Design & Build Report from US-based offshore sailing outfit 11th Hour Racing Team, leading to a call to action for the marine industry to align with the […]
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DEM: $375,000 in grants available to local farms, food organizations
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) today announced a competitive solicitation process to award around $375,000 in Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) funds for projects that enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops. DEM says in a press release that specialty crops are defined as fruits and vegetables, dried fruit, tree nuts, horticulture, […]
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Portsmouth’s Michael Sheehan stars in “She Loves Me” musical at College of the Holy Cross
Michael Sheehan of Portsmouth, a Class of 2025 student at College of the Holy Cross, is performing in “She Loves Me,” a musical presented by the College’s Department of Theatre and Dance. Sheehan’s major is Undeclared. The in-person production, directed by Meaghan Deiter, professor of practice in music theatre, is set for Thursday, Friday and Saturday, February 17-19 at 7:30 PM […]
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New York Yacht Club American Magic announces leadership team
New York Yacht Club American Magic today announced its leadership team as the program continues its investment in top talent and preparation for the 37th America’s Cup. The leadership appointments reflect a commitment to people who bring deep experience and diverse backgrounds and capabilities developed with lessons learned from the AC36 campaign, according to New […]
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Analysis: How Rhode Island Compares to the U.S. and New England on state and local revenues and expenditures
The Rhode Island Public Expenditure Council (RIPEC) released today an analysis of “How Rhode Island Compares” to the U.S. and New England on state and local revenues and expenditures, using the most recent data available from the U.S. Census Bureau (from fiscal year 2019). RIPEC sasys that the report provides valuable insights for policymakers, given […]
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FirstGenHomeRI program will offer $25,000 in down payment assistance to first-generation home buyers
Today, Governor Dan McKee joined RIHousing to announce the launch of a new pilot program, FirstGenHomeRI, aimed at helping to open the doors to homeownership for first-generation homebuyers. The program targets first-generation buyers by addressing inequities and barriers to homeownership while boosting the long-term, economic outlook for families who have historically not pursued homeownership. Available […]
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R.I. Board of Elections pilots new algorithm to make risk-limiting audits more efficient
Source: Rhode Island Board of Elections On Friday, February 11th, the Rhode Island Board of Election hosted a group of national elections integrity experts to conduct a pilot Risk Limiting Audit (RLA) utilizing a new algorithm designed to improve the efficiency of the RLA process. The pilot was run using ballots cast for the November 2, […]