Wondering about all the sirens throughout Newport earlier this afternoon? The caravan of firetrucks, ambulances, and police vehicles, was actually a display of support for local healthcare workers at both Newport Hospital and local nursing homes and assisted living facilities, according to a spokesperson for the City of Newport. View this post on Instagram For […]
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Newport Historical Society to continue ringing Colony House bells every Friday at noon
Following up on a successful event last week, the Newport Historical Society today announced that they will continue to ring the bells at the Colony House until further notice. “On Fridays listen for the ringing of the Colony House bells on Washington Square as a reminder that we are all in this together!,” the Newport Historical […]
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COVID-19 Daily Update – April 20: 5,090 positive cases in Rhode Island, fatalities now 155
Governor Gina Raimondo and the Department of Health are scheduled to provide updates to reporters about Rhode Island’s coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) response today at 1 pm. There were some technical issues at the State House today, the press conference can seen here in its entirety. Updates from the press briefing; Gov: Press briefings will […]
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USDA grants Rhode Island authority to issue Pandemic-EBT benefits to SNAP and non-Snap households
By Department of Human Services The USDA Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) recently granted Rhode Island the authority to issue Pandemic-EBT benefits (P-EBT) to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and non-SNAP households with one or more children who have temporarily lost access to free or reduced-price meals at school due to COVID-19 school closures. For […]
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Rhode Island Good Neighbor Energy Fund available to eligible households impacted by COVID-19
The Rhode Island Good Neighbor Energy Fund’s sponsoring energy companies and its administrator, United Way of Rhode Island, today announced the Fund is available to all eligible households in the state impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Fund assists households in financial difficulty, including individuals laid off, furloughed or out of business due to the […]
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Just My Opinion: Let’s take the politics out of the cure
So, a column came in the other day trashing President Trump, and an op-ed came in this morning trashing the Democrats. And the pandemic continues, without choosing a political party to attack or support. We are house bound for the most part until this deadly and persistent virus subsides. Politicians and would-be political pundits step […]
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VIDEO: RI National Guard members share messages to loved ones from the frontlines of COVID-19
Airmen and Soldiers of the Rhode Island National Guard share messages to loved ones amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. These interviews were conducted at Camp Fogerty and Quonset, RI the week of Monday April 13, 2020. The Airmen and Soldiers featured in the interviews were on the frontline of the COVID-19 National Guard response efforts after […]
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Deaths in Rhode Island developmental disability congregate care now totals five
Since April 1, the coronavirus has claimed five lives of four adults with developmental disabilities living in Rhode Island group homes and one group home caregiver. But some young people have chosen to work on the front lines during the pandemic to help feed Rhode Islanders and keep up with an aggressive cleaning regimen adopted […]
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COVID-19 Daily Update – April 19: Positive cases grows to 4,706, associated fatalities now 150
Governor Gina Raimondo and the Department of Health Director Nicole Alexander-Scott are scheduled to provide updates to reporters about Rhode Island’s coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) response today at 1 pm. The latest data; Updates as they happen; Gov: Announces state is opening first drive up and walk up site in parling lot of Bailey Elementary […]
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RI Musician’s Virtual Tip Jar: Help Support Local Artists
The restrictions caused by the COVID-19 crisis have devastated the local music community. On the heels on of our successful tip jar for the Newport-based service/hospitality industry, What’s Up RI is setting up a similar page to benefit Rhode Island and nearby Massachusetts and Connecticut musicians. Following other campaigns across the country, What’s Up Rhode […]
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COVID-19 Daily Update – April 18: 4,491 positive cases, 137 total fatalities, 255 currently hospitalized
Governor Gina Raimondo and the Department of Health Director Nicole Alexander-Scott are scheduled to provide updates to reporters about Rhode Island’s coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) response today at 1 pm. What’s Up Newp will carry it live here when it happens. Updates from the press briefing; Gov: Says we are still climbing curve but it’s […]
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COVID-19 Daily Update – April 17: 4,177 Rhode Islanders have tested positive for COVID-19, 118 have died
Governor Gina Raimondo and the Department of Health Director Nicole Alexander-Scott provided updates to reporters about Rhode Island’s coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) response today at 1 pm. Updates as they happen; The latest data. Gov: “We are still in the upswing here in R.I.” with deaths and hospitalizations going up. “Your hard work has helped […]
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Honeywell begins production of N95 masks in Smithfield
Honeywell today announced that they have begun production of N95 face masks in Smithfield, R.I. The site will supply masks to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for the Strategic National Stockpile to support health, safety and emergency response workers. “Honeywell is proud of the role we are playing in providing critical equipment for the fight against the coronavirus, and I am […]
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Theatre By The Sea cancels season
Theatre By The Sea, among Rhode Island’s premier summer attractions, has cancelled its 2020 season, the latest victim of the coronavirus pandemic. Peter Hanney, owner/producer, made the announcement on the Wakefield theatre’s website and on social media. Founded by Alice Tyler during the Great Depression to give people work and provide an escape for the […]
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Ocean State Job Lot Charitable Foundation distributes more than 150,000 surgical masks to medical facilities and first responders
The Ocean State Job Lot Charitable Foundation today announced that they have distributed more than 150,000 surgical masks to those on the frontlines of the fight against COVID-19 this month, including 25,000 to Brigham & Women’s Hospital in Boston, MA; 16,000 to Boston Medical Center in Boston, MA; 12,000 to Lifespan in Providence, RI; 8,000 […]
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COVID-19 Daily Update – April 16: COVID-19 associated deaths up to 105; state model projects total hospitalizations and deaths
Governor Gina M. Raimondo and Department of Health Director Dr. Nicole Alexander-Scott made several announcements today about the state’s response to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Modeling: The Governor unveiled the state’s modeling projection for coronavirus hospitalizations through mid-May. The model can be found below and on RIDOH’s website. EmployRI: The Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training, Skills for […]
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Newport Hospital cancels ‘A Salute to Health’, signature summer event had been scheduled for July 8th
Newport Hospital this week announced that after thoughtful consideration that they have canceled its signature summer event, A Salute to Health, amidst the ongoing and unprecedented COVID-19 health epidemic. The event, which has become the hospital’s largest annual fundraiser in support of its greatest needs, had been scheduled for July 8 at New York Yacht Club-Harbour […]
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Making masks at home – what you need to know about how to reduce the transmission of coronavirus
Susan L. Sokolowski, University of Oregon and Karen L. LaBat, University of Minnesota The recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommendation to use cloth face coverings to help slow the spread of COVID-19 has generated numerous how-to articles and videos. As academics who focus on personal protective equipment (PPE) research and development, we are […]
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Watch: Rhode Island’s COVID-19 press briefing (April 16)
Governor Raimondo and the Department of Health will provide updates to reporters about Rhode Island’s coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) response today at 1 pm. Updates as they happen; The most recent data Governor: Says increase in deaths and cases was expected and we are not out of the woods. Reminds Rhode Islanders that stay-at-home order […]
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Local maritime nonprofit offers distance learning
The Steamship Historical Society of America (SSHSA), headquartered in Warwick, today announced that it has ramped up its educational offerings during the COVID-19 era with a wide range of online enrichment activities and lesson plans for educators, parents, students in grades K-12, and anyone interested in broadening their knowledge base at www.shiphistory.org. The lessons, which […]
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Massachusetts recruits 1,000 ‘Contact Tracers’ to battle COVID-19
This story is part of the SoJo Exchange of COVID-19 stories from the Solutions Journalism Network, a nonprofit organization dedicated to rigorous reporting about responses to social problems. Martha Bebinger, WBUR April 14, 2020 Massachusetts is launching an effort to reach everyone in the state who may have the coronavirus and get them tested and into […]
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COVID-19 Daily Update – April 15: Rhode Island COVID-19 positive cases in rises to 3,529; associated fatalities jumps to 87
Governor Gina M. Raimondo and Nicole Alexander-Scott, MD, MPH, the Director of the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH), made several announcements today about the state’s response to coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Data dashboard: The Governor unveiled a new data dashboard on RIDOH’s website. The dashboard will be updated daily at noon. RI Havens: RIHavens.com is a new website that connects those […]
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Thousands of RI businesses approved for $1 billion in federal aid as PPP on course to run out of funds by week’s end
Thousands of small businesses in Rhode Island have been approved to receive some $1 billion in federal aid under the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), a program that Mark Hayward, Small Business Administration (SBA) District Director in Rhode Island, said is likely to run out of money by the end of the week. Mark Hayward The […]
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Recap: Newport City Council hosts remote workshop, receives COVID-19 update from City Manager
Newport City Councilors today hosted a remote City Council workshop for the purpose of receiving a COVID-19 update from City Manager Joe Nicholson. As of Wednesday afternoon, Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) reported that there were 3,529 COVID-19 positive cases in Rhode Island, 87 COVID-19 associated fatalities, and 229 COVID-19 patients hospitalized. According to […]
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2020 Newport Flower Show postponed to June 18-20, 2021
In response to CDC guidelines limiting the size of gatherings during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the Preservation Society of Newport County announced today the 25th Newport Flower Show, scheduled for June 19-21 at Rosecliff, has been postponed until June 18-20, 2021. New England’s premier flower show will retain its theme, “Voices In The Garden,” and […]