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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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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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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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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1 current, 1 former officer face union embezzlement charges
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — One current and one former Rhode Island police officer are facing charges related to the alleged embezzlement and misuse of police union funds, the state attorney […]
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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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26 athletes who competed into their 40s
Humans reach their physical peak in their mid-20s, with maximum physical strength and muscle mass continuing for the next 10 to 15 years. After that, the long and gradually steepening […]
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Beyoncé to perform at Gillette Stadium on August 1
Global superstar Beyoncé has announced her first solo tour in over six years, the Renaissance World Tour, which will kick off on May 10, 2023, in Stockholm, Sweden. The tour […]
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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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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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Connecticut may exonerate accused witches centuries later
By SUSAN HAIGH Associated Press HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Decades before the infamous Salem witch trials in Massachusetts, Alse Young was killed at the gallows in Connecticut, becoming the first person on […]
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How home equity compares in each state
Many American homeowners saw their wealth balloon over the last two years as the U.S. real estate market experienced an unprecedented frenzy. Homeowners living in less populous western states, in […]
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Massachusetts kicks off sports betting ahead of Super Bowl
By STEVE LeBLANC Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — Massachusetts sports fans who want to wager on their favorite teams are finally getting their chance as the state kicks off sports […]
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How Newport County feels about climate change
According to the Pew Research Center, about two-thirds of Americans feel the federal government is not doing enough to counteract the effects of climate change. While a majority of U.S. […]
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8 things to do right now in your community to prepare for climate change
Climate anxiety and climate-related trauma are mental health concerns rooted in real experiences, such as natural disasters, and existential worry for the future. Roughly half of young people—those who will […]
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WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Brad Read, Sail Newport and The Ocean Race Newport Stopover
The Ocean Race fleet is expected to arrive in Newport on or around May 10-12, 2023, following an approximately 17-day trek from Itajai, Brazil. Before reaching the shores of the […]
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Adoptable Pet of the Week: Jack
Meet your new best friend, Jack – this week’s Adoptable Pet of the Week. Jack is a one-year-and-six-month-old Flemish Giant/New Zealand male rabbit, according to the Potter League for Animals. […]
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Rhode Island’s Economic Growth stalls in Q4, continues to lag region and nation
Rhode Island’s economy continues to lag the New England region and the United States in several indicators of economic growth according to the Rhode Island Key Performance Indicators (KPI) Briefing […]
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Comic: Sour Grapes – Spot
Here’s this week’s Sour Grapes, enjoy! Tim Jones is the creator, artist and writer of the widely popular, self-syndicated comic strip, “SOUR GRAPES”; a comic about “Aesop”, a miserable flying […]
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WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Dave Rosenberg, Newport Winter Festival
After taking a couple of years off due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Newport Winter Festival returns for its 35th edition from February 17-26, 2023. Dave Rosenberg, organizer of the […]
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Marlins acquire reliever Matt Barnes in trade with Red Sox
MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Marlins acquired reliever Matt Barnes in a trade with the Boston Red Sox on Monday. Miami sent left-hander Richard Bleier to Boston for Barnes, and […]
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Joe Mazzulla, Celtics staff will coach at NBA All-Star Game
By TIM REYNOLDS AP Basketball Writer Joe Mazzulla started the season as an assistant coach. He then became interim head coach of the Boston Celtics, in a most unexpected way. […]
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Tickets for the 2023 Newport Folk Festival go on sale on Feb. 1
Tickets for the 2023 Newport Folk Festival, which will return to Fort Adams State Park on July 28-30, will go on sale beginning Wednesday, February 1 at 1 pm via DICE. Full ticket pricing is listed […]
