Activists, athletes, actors, and preachers with sometimes-fiery presentation skills are just a few of the people who’ve communicated the message of civil rights to the masses. When many people think […]
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Newport School Superintendant publishes weekly community update
Newport School Superintendant Colleen Burns Jermain sent the following weekly message today to Newport Schools Parents, Families, and Staff.
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What’s Up Interview: RI’s The Benji’s to release new album ‘Kitty Pills’ on February 14
A band that’s been percolating on the local scene over the past several years is especially excited to be releasing their new EP later this month. The Benji’s, who first […]
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What’s On The Agenda: Newport City Council’s to host a Regular Council Meeting on Feb. 8
Newport City Council will host a Regular Council Meeting at 6:30 pm on Wednesday, February 8, in the Council Chambers of Newport City Hall. The meeting is open to the […]
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Obituary: Jo Stuehler
Josephine ‘Jo’ Stuehler, 92, of Newbury, Massachusetts, formerly of Baltimore, MD and Portsmouth, RI, died on January 27, 2023. She was the wife of the late J. Donald Stuehler. Born […]
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Obituary: Patty Lou Griffin
Patty Lou Griffin Newport, RI -Patty Lou Griffin, 72, of Newport, Rhode Island, died on January 29, 2023. Born in Cherry Grove, WV on September 22, 1950, to Bessie Vandevender. […]
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Reaction to Tom Brady announcing his retirement for 2nd time
Reaction from social media and elsewhere poured in after Tom Brady announced his retirement on Wednesday for the second time. Brady won seven Super Bowls and set numerous passing records […]
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WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Newport Mayor Xay Khamsyvoravong
What’s the latest with the Pell Bridge Ramps project? Is school regionalization between Newport and Middletown still being discussed? What are members of Newport City Council focusing on and what […]
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Tom Brady retires at 45, insisting this time it’s ‘for good’
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — This time, Tom Brady says he’s done for good. The seven-time Super Bowl winner with New England and Tampa Bay announced his retirement from the NFL […]
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Aquidneck Land Trust conserves 4.91-acre coastal property in Portsmouth
The Aquidneck Land Trust (“ALT”) today announced the conservation of a 4.91-acre wetlands property on Portsmouth’s northwest shore. The property was donated to ALT by its owners, Peter S. Wood […]
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Representative Finkelman appointed to Small Business and Corporations Committees
Rep. Alex Finkelman (D-Dist. 74, Jamestown, Middletown) has been appointed by House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi (D-Dist. 23, Warwick) to serve on the House Small Business and Corporations Committees. The […]
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City of Newport to open Emergency Overnight Warming Center
Faced with potentially record-cold temperatures, the City of Newport today announced that its Emergency Management team is preparing to open an emergency overnight warming center at the Newport Maritime Center […]
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Brady’s unprecedented career filled with highlight moments
By TERESA M. WALKER AP Pro Football Writer Nobody drove Tom Brady harder than the record-setting quarterback himself, even if his 23rd and final season after a brief retirement didn’t end with […]
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Treasurer Diossa marks National Unclaimed Property Day with a Call to Action
Rhode Island General Treasurer James Diossa is marking National Unclaimed Property Day, which takes place on February 1, by encouraging all Rhode Islanders to check if they have unclaimed property. […]
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Boston Symphony announces lineup for 2023 Tanglewood season
LENOX, Mass. (AP) — There will be something for everyone at Tanglewood this summer, from traditional performances by the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the Boston Pops to shows featuring dozens […]
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Cities with the most expensive homes in Providence metro area
Purchasing a home is one of the most important investments there is. More than a place to live, homeownership is an asset with the potential to rise in value tremendously. […]
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Tennis Hall of Fame is celebrating Black History Month with two new education initiatives
The International Tennis Hall of Fame (ITHF) is celebrating Black History Month by introducing two new initiatives aimed at highlighting the impact of Black tennis athletes on the sport and […]
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Municipal leaders announce priorities for legislative session
The Rhode Island League of Cities and Towns (The League) announced the priorities of local communities for the 2023 Legislative Session and in the FY2024 State budget. The League’s priorities […]
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Obituary: Anna Maria Di Mattino
Anna Maria Di Mattino, of Portsmouth, RI passed peacefully on Wednesday, January 25, 2023 surrounded by her loving family and loyal dogs. She was 62. Born in Queens, NY, Anna […]
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Black History Month – People, Places & Events: Remembering a group of 19th and 20th Century African Heritage Leaders in Newport
February is Black History Month, also known as African American History Month, an annual time to celebrate the achievements, and a time for recognizing the central role, of African Americans […]
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Wind Chill Watch is in effect from late Thursday night through Saturday afternoon
The National Weather Service in Boston/Norton has issued a Wind Chill Watch for late Thursday night through Saturday afternoon for areas including northern Connecticut, central, eastern, northeastern, southeastern and western […]
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3-day Surf Forecast for Rhode Island
The following is the National Weather Service Surf Zone Forecast for Newport, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts.
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URI Marine Affairs program, Tall Ships America forge new partnership
Students interested in Marine Affairs at the University of Rhode Island have long been part of an innovative and ground-breaking program that takes a 360-degree approach to understanding issues and […]
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Newport Restaurant Group donates $60,750 to local nonprofits through 2022 Gift Card Donation Program
Newport Restaurant Group (NRG) today announced that it has donated $60,750 to local nonprofits that focus on food insecurity as a result of its annual, year-round gift card program. Through […]
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Potter League, Newport Contemporary Ballet receives grants from BankRI
Two Aquidneck Island nonprofit organizations have been awarded grants by Bank Rhode Island (BankRI). Newport Contemporary Ballet (formerly Island Moving Company) and Potter League for Animals both received funding through […]
