Newport City Council approves resolution establishing a policy on flags hanging at City Hall
The Newport City Council took a step forward on Wednesday night in ensuring they have a policy regarding what flags can and can’t be outside of Newport City Hall.
Newport City Council takes first step in extending paid parking season, meter hours
Big changes could be coming for the City of Newport’s paid parking season.
Shelters see a huge spike in requests for housing assistance
While legislators ponder several bills aimed at easing the state’s housing crisis, the state agencies dealing with the homeless and most marginalized populations are seeing a “huge spike” in housing needs.
Cost savings could be on the way for Middletown’s proposed schools
Middletown is seeking assistance from the General Assembly to help lower the price tag for a proposed new middle-high school expected to go voters on Nov. 7.
7-Day Weather forecast for Newport County
Here’s what’s on tap for weather this week and weekend.
Jamestown Arts Center to celebrate National Poetry Month with free JAC OutLoud Poetry Reading on April 23
In celebration of National Poetry Month, the Jamestown Arts Center will host a free JAC OutLoud Poetry Reading on Sunday, April 23 at 3pm. Four highly acclaimed, nationally-recognized poets will read from their selected works. An open discussion will follow.
These are the highways in Rhode Island with the most fatalities.
Stacker ranked data from the Fatality Analysis Reporting System, compiled by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, to identify the highways in Rhode Island that had the most fatalities from auto crashes in 2020.
Free Range added to the 2023 Newport Folk Festival lineup
Free Range is the project of Chicago-based musician Sofia Jensen
Letter To The Editor: BRAVE for a more just future for everyone
By Rex LeBeau, Newport
2023 Newport Folk Festival lineup announcements
The Newport Folk Festival began its tradition of a rolling lineup announcement for its 2023 festival on February 2.
RITBA Customer Service Center will be open during the evening on March 23
The Thursday evening hours on March 23rd will be in addition to the regular Monday, Wednesday, and Friday hours.
The Ocean Race: From Point Nemo towards Cape Horn
It’s a drag race towards Cape Horn with the weather beginning to turn
Rhode Island bill proposes solar panels on new construction projects
Rep. Jennifer Boylan has introduced a bill that would require most new construction in the state to include solar panels as part of the initial construction.
Undersea Technology Innovation Consortium offering $25,000 in scholarships
Five $5,000 scholarships will be available to students with a focus on Undersea Technology
Newport Gulls seek host families and grounds crew volunteers
The St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Newport is now in the rearview mirror which means the Newport Gulls are less than three months from another season of baseball at Historic Cardines Field.
3-day Surf Forecast for Rhode Island
Forecast includes rip current risk, surf height, weather, winds, and more.
Newport City Council to host a workshop on its Transportation Master Plan
The meeting is scheduled for March 29, 2023, at 5:30 pm.
Middletown Town Council awards school architect contract
The Town Council takes a major step towards a special election this fall on a proposed $190 million new middle-high school Monday night.
URI to host Adjutant General’s Cup Hockey Tournament at Boss Arena
Annual game between R.I. Army and Air National Guard will benefit Vet Center
What’s Up Interview: Christian Dryden of The Ritualists, playing Askew March 31
NYC-based band playing PVD for first time
‘A Beautiful Noise, The Neil Diamond Musical’ will open tour at PPAC in 2024
A BEAUTIFUL NOISE, THE NEIL DIAMOND MUSICAL will be the 23rd national tour to open at the Providence Performing Arts Center since 2008.
Sen. Ujifusa introduces
bills to lower prescription drug costs
Senator Ujifusa, (D-Dist. 11, Portsmouth, Bristol) is taking aim at the high cost of prescription drugs
2023 Newport Classical Music Festival will present twenty-six concerts from July 4 – 23
Performances by Kelli O’Hara, Hélène Grimaud, Anthony McGill,
Philharmonia Baroque Orchestra, The Knights, Simone Dinnerstein, Cantus, Aizuri String Quartet, Hermitage Piano Trio, and many more
How gas prices have changed in the Providence Metro area in the last week
Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Providence using data from AAA.
The Ocean Race: Close together, far from home
The Ocean Race fleet is still racing close together as they approach the most isolated place on the planet
Counties where the most people work from home in Rhode Island
ClickUp compiled a list of counties with the most employees working from home in Rhode Island using Census Bureau data.
Obituary: Anthony James McCallum Cooper
August 10, 1961 – March 13, 2023
Obituary: Horace William Ethier
August 31, 1931 – March 12, 2023
What’s Up This Week: March 20 – 26
Dar Williams live at The JPT, Aquidneck 10K, Mark Erelli concert, Easter Bunny visits Shops at Long Wharf, Dancing at 40 Steps, and more!
Adoptable Dog of the Week: Paco
“Paco is what we call a trip! He’s a super funny doggo. He’s always in happy mode, and he’s eager to show you how happy he is to be with you”
What Sold: 14 Newport County real estate sales, transactions (March 13- 17)
Here’s a look at what homes changes hands last week in Newport County.
Georgetown hires Providence’s Ed Cooley as basketball coach
Ed Cooley is the new men’s basketball coach at Georgetown, hired away from Big East rival Providence in the hopes of rebuilding a once-proud program that dropped to new lows under former star player Patrick Ewing.
Providence College begins national search for their next men’s basketball coach
The new coach will replace Ed Cooley, who resigned earlier today. Cooley coached the Friars for 12 seasons and posted a 242-153 mark.
State Senator Sandra Cano announces run for Congress
Senator Sandra Cano announced today that she is running for Rhode Island’s First Congressional seat.
Obituary: Jean A. Behan
April 16, 1929 – March 18, 2023
2023 National Women’s Sailing Conference to be held in Newport on June 3
The National Women’s Sailing Association (NWSA) is holding its 2023 National Women’s Sailing Conference on Saturday, June 3 from 8 am – 5 pm at the Sail Newport Marine Education and Recreation Center.
How gas prices have changed in Rhode Island in the last week
Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Rhode Island using data from AAA.
Obituary: Janet G. Schlosky
August 07, 1934 – March 16, 2023
The Ocean Race: All lined up with one way to go
Incredibly, the 4 IMOCAs are lined up alongside each other in a slow drag race to the east
Concert Recap and Photos: Soul Asylum brings good vibes to the Greenwich Odeum
Grammy-winning band thrills fans in unplugged format
Brown University among 50 most selective colleges in America
Using data from the National Center for Education Statistics, Stacker listed the 50 most selective colleges in the United States.
Jobi Riccio to open for Mark Erelli’s Concert and Record Release Party at Jamestown Arts Center
On Thursday, March 23 at 7pm, the Jamestown Arts Center will host the Newport Live event: Mark Erelli’s concert and record release party, with opener, Americana singer/songwriter, Jobi Riccio.
Obituary: Francis W. Ingersoll
February 01, 1938 – March 16, 2023
Obituary: Joan L. Ceglarski
November 13, 1927 – March 15, 2023
Tshiebwe’s 25 boards helps Kentucky top Providence in NCAAs
Oscar Tshiebwe kept battling for position, pushing his way to daylight and grabbing seemingly every loose rebound with a rugged relentlessness.
Newport Folk Festival adds Madison Cunningham to its 2023 lineup
Madison Cunningham is an American singer-songwriter and guitarist who first gained recognition for her virtuosic guitar playing and introspective songwriting.
Rhode Island probing possible contamination of drug evidence
Investigators are reviewing hundreds of criminal cases in Rhode Island that could be undermined by the possible contamination of evidence at the state health department’s forensic chemistry lab, state Attorney General Peter Neronha said Friday.
Highlights From This Week At The General Assembly: Steps taken to improve education and housing
Solitary Confinement and Outdoor Dining: Highlights from the Rhode Island General Assembly
Public meetings set on Newport Community Electricity
Residents Invited to Learn More About New Electricity Program
Spring Recycling Day returns to Easton’s Beach on April 22
Residents Invited Dispose of Hard to Recycle Items
The Ocean Race: Coming together in the not-so-furious
Unusual conditions have seen fleet compress further to the point of a ‘re-start’…
‘Six Picks’ Music: The best in local music this weekend (March 17-19)
Evan Brum, Soul Asylum, tribute bands and more!
11th Hour Racing names Captain Liz Clark as an ambassador
Sailor and ocean advocate working on environmental protection and youth empowerment
Newport County Weekend Weather Forecast: March 17 – 19
The weather forecast for this weekend in Newport is expected to be varied, possibly with some precipitation and strong winds.
Snow Report: Mountain Conditions at New England Ski Resorts
A look at how much snow has fallen and how conditions are at ski resorts across New England.
Easter Weekend in Newport County: Egg Hunts, brunches, and more!
Newport County has a plethora of Easter activities to choose from, with something for everyone. Whether you’re looking for an egg hunt, a lavish brunch, or a weekend getaway, there’s something to suit every taste and budget.
The luck of the Irish might surface on St. Patrick’s Day, but it evades the Kennedy family, America’s best-known Irish dynasty
Gothic storytelling, with its sinister atmosphere of conspiracy and other hallmarks, offers a way to reframe the Kennedy family lore.
Counties where the most people work from home in each state
Newport County tops the list for Rhode Island.
Pitino again a hot commodity at 70 and with checkered past
It’s a March Madness tradition as predictable as a 12-5 upset.
Dr. Meghan Hughes, President of Community College of Rhode Island, to step down in August
The Council on Postsecondary Education is expected to announce plans for an interim president by the April 19 meeting, according to the press release.
‘Six Picks Music’ St. Patrick’s Day Edition 2023 – Music around RI
From traditional Irish folk to Celtic Rock, here are a few good ones!