OceanPoint Financial Partners, Mutual Holding Company of BankNewport, elects new trustees and corporators at annual meeting
OceanPoint Financial Partners, MHC, the mutual holding company of BankNewport, announced the election of two new members to its board of trustees and four new corporators for the organization at the annual meeting held on Monday, April 22, 2024.
What’s Up in Newport This Week: May 6 – 12
On tap this week: Crash Test Dummies and Big Dad Voodoo Daddy live at The JPT, screening of ‘Girls State’; Green Animals Topiary Garden plant sale, Mother’s Day, and much more.
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Sen. Ujifusa and Rep. Cortvriend seek update of statewide school transportation system
It’s been 47 years since Rhode Island established its statewide school transportation system, and Sen. Linda Ujifusa and Rep. Terri Cortvriend believe it’s time to re-examine its oddly configured regions, its costs and whether there might be a more efficient way of getting schoolchildren to out-of-district schools.
Letter To The Editor: What is a dress code
By Kendra Wilson Muenter, NPS Parent/Newport School Committee Member
DEM announces the opening of Scarborough North and Roger Wheeler state beaches
The two state beaches will be open Saturdays and Sundays only, weather permitting, from Saturday, May 11, until Memorial Day to accommodate early beachgoers.
Rhode Island to receive $60.1 million in federal funding for public transportation improvements
Rhode Island to receive $60.1 million in federal funding to improve public transportation
Brown, White lead Celtics’ 3-point onslaught, powering Boston to 120-95 Game 1 win over Cavaliers
Brown scored 32 points, White made seven 3-pointers and added 25, and the Celtics powered past the Cleveland Cavaliers 120-95 on Tuesday night in Game 1 of their second-round playoff series.
Newport Police Arrest & Dispatch Log: May 7 – 8
Newport Police summon/cite one, take three others into custody.
Edward King House Deputy Director ushers in a new chapter
The Edward King House Senior Center on Tuesday announced the departure of Deputy Director Dr. Anna Matos-Mournighan as she transitions to a new role at Salve Regina University.
Gaza campus protests: why understanding 1960s student demonstrations and police reaction is relevant today
Some universities have handled protesters better than others. Brown University in Rhode Island – like Columbia, an Ivy League institution – negotiated an agreement that ended the unauthorised encampment there.
Mitchell’s game-high 33 points not enough for Cavaliers in 120-95, Game 1 loss to Celtics
Mitchell led all scorers with 33 points on Tuesday night in Cleveland’s 120-95 loss to Boston in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals. Jaylen Brown scored 32 and Derrick White had 25 for Boston to help make up for a tough shooting night that had Tatum going 0 for 5 from 3-point range.
Marcell Ozuna delivers run-scoring single in 8th as Braves end 3-game skid, beat Red Sox 4-2
Marcell Ozuna’s run-scoring single in the eighth inning gave Atlanta the lead and the Braves beat the Boston Red Sox 4-2 on Tuesday night to snap a three-game losing streak.
Newport Charter Yacht Show: Shining a spotlight on dream vacations aboard luxury yachts
When the Newport Charter Yacht Show comes around each year, it’s a sign that summer in New England is in full swing.
Rhode Island Senate votes to allow nursing home residents to have cameras in their rooms
Rhode Island Senate approves bill allowing nursing home residents to install cameras in their rooms
Senate approves Chairwoman Euer’s bill to give Family Court jurisdiction on military bases in Rhode Island
The Senate today voted to approve Senate Judiciary Committee Chairwoman Dawn Euer’s bill to give Rhode Island Family Court concurrent jurisdiction on juvenile cases arising from military bases and installations located in Rhode Island.
Rhode Island House of Representatives approves legislation to join Physical Therapy Compact
Rhode Island House of Representatives votes to join interstate compact to ease physical therapists’ practice across state lines
Middletown Town Council votes to reactivate Tax Exploration Subcommittee, sign on to “Keep Rhody Litter Free” campaign
The Middletown Town Council met on Monday, May 6 at 6:30 p.m. at Town Hall.
Rhode Island League of Cities and Towns backs LEOBOR reforms
Rhode Island League of Cities and Towns supports proposed changes to Law Enforcement Officers Bill of Rights
Rhode Island lawmakers pass bill requiring monthly updates on status of Washington Bridge
Rhode Island lawmakers require monthly updates on Washington Bridge status
Providence-Newport Ferry will kick off 2024 season on June 21
“The Ocean State,” operated by Seastreak, will run daily trips through Monday, October 14 (Columbus Day), including summer weekend and holiday stops in Bristol.
Letter To The Editor: New shouldn’t always be so scary for Newporters
By Steph Smyth, Newport
Annual Restoration Celebration to be held at Greenvale Vineyards on May 11
Greenvale Vineyards will host their 26th Annual Restoration Celebration from 1 pm to 4 pm on Saturday, May 11.