Elsewhere in New England

Home at the Aquidneck Club sells for $6.1 million
This sale represents the highest sale of a residence at The Aquidneck Club as well as the second-highest residential sale ever in Portsmouth.
Paula Cole coming to The JPT
In 1996, Paula Cole released her self-produced, second album “This Fire”. It was incendiary, a double-platinum smash.
What’s On The Agenda: Newport City Council Meeting on Oct. 11
Newport City Council will host their next Regular Council Meeting in the Council Chambers at Newport City Hall on Wednesday, October 11. Here’s a look at what’s on their agenda;
Newport Fire Department receives $250,000 donation from a local family
Donation to Help Fund New Rescue Vehicle, Spur Engine Replacement
Halloween Trick or Treat returns to The Breakers on Oct. 27
For the fourth straight year, The Preservation Society of Newport County will host a spooky but fun evening for costumed visitors as Trick or Treat at The Breakers returns on Friday, October 27.
3 New England states join together for offshore wind power projects, aiming to lower costs
Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island will procure future wind energy projects together rather than separately as part of a joint agreement the states’ governors announced Wednesday — the first such multi-state agreement in the nation.
What’s Up Interview: Juliana Hatfield, playing POP Emporium October 14
Singer-songwriter speaks on her career, tribute albums, and more
Newport police reports for Oct. 3 – 4
Here’s a look at the Newport Police Department arrest and dispatch logs for Tuesday, October 3 through 7 am on Wednesday, October 4.
City of Newport hosting a pair of trash and recycling events
First up will be an Eco-Depot hosted in concert with Rhode Island Resource Recovery scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 14th from 8 a.m. until noon.
3-day Surf Forecast for Rhode Island
Forecast includes rip current risk, surf height, weather, winds, and more.
Counties with the highest unemployment in Rhode Island
Stacker compiled a list of counties with the highest unemployment rates in Rhode Island using Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Providence man sentenced to life in prison for 2021 murder
A Providence man has been sentenced in Providence County Superior Court to serve two consecutive life sentences at the Adult Correctional Institutions (ACI) for the murder of 25-year-old Tyreik Grundy in 2021.
Bristol man sentenced to serve 40 years in state prison for murdering his grandmother
A Bristol man has been sentenced in Providence County Superior Court to serve 40 years at the Adult Correctional Institutions (ACI) after pleading to the 2017 murder of his 66-year-old grandmother, Eudora Gustafson.
Home on Indian Avenue in Portsmouth sells for $8.5 million
The off-market waterfront 1.92 acre-property, boasting 200 feet of Sakonnet River frontage and deeded beach access, sold today for $8,550,000.
Newport police reports for Oct. 2 – 3
Here’s a look at the Newport Police Department arrest and dispatch logs for Monday, October 2 through 7 am on Tuesday, October 3, 2023.
Fifth Annual Stormwater Innovation Expo to explore nature-based solutions for climate resilience
Attendees will discover current trends and practices in the stormwater management industry and explore this year’s theme: Nature-Based Solutions for Climate Resilience.
What’s Up Newp: Tuesday, October 3
Here’s your rundown of all that’s happening for events, live music, and entertainment today.
RI SBA calls for annual award nominees
The Rhode Island district of the Small Business Administration is accepting applications for its 2024 Small Business Awards, recognizing individuals and businesses in several categories.