There’s about 7:30 left on the clock in the fourth quarter. Playing on their home court, the Gaudet Middle School Islanders team trails the squad from Lawn Middle School in Jamestown by more than a couple of buckets during a recent unified basketball game. That was until Rahsaan Marshall nailed back-to-back bank shots in the […]
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Flat Waves Food Shack moving to the corner of East Main Road and Aquidneck Avenue
Flat Waves Food Shack announced on Friday that they are moving to the corner of East Main Road and Aquidneck Avenue. “Coming soon to the corner of East Main and Aquidneck Ave…THE FOOD SHACK! We are excited to finally announce that WE ARE MOVING!In the upcoming months we will be heading up the street to […]
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Frosty Freez will open for the season on April 15
Frosty Freez announced on Friday that they will open for the 2022 season on April 15 at 11:30 am. The popular ice cream shop announced back on March 25 that it had to postpone its April 1 opening due to supply chain issues.
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Middletown-based The Haven Collection closes $2.6 million seed round
The Haven Collection today announced it has closed its seed round, raising $2.6 million from six investors. According to The Haven Collection, they are the first licensed daycare in the United States to offer unlimited use of workspaces and an onsite gym to all member families, is pleased to According to the company, the funds […]
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Seaside Retreat: Home on Hoover Road in Middletown sells for $2.6 million
Hogan Associates today announced the April 4, 2022 sale of “Seaside Retreat” at 43 Hoover Road, Middletown. The property sold for $2,600,000. Caroline Richards of Hogan Associates represented the Buyer, and Dina Karousos & Nicole Lucenti of Gustave White Sotheby’s represented the Seller. According to Hogan Associates, upon entering, you realize “Seaside Retreat” lives up […]
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Aquidneck Island Earth Week begins on April 16
With more than two-dozen events and activities, this year’s Aquidneck Island Earth Week (AIEW) promises something for everyone. Starting on April 16th, the Island-wide celebration invites members of the public to connect with nature and take action for the environment. AIEW Director, Sara Poirier, said that over the last 4 months, partners have been collaborating […]
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Obituary: George W. Greenman
George W. Greenman, 69, of Middletown passed away peacefully at Rhode Island Hospital Sunday, April 3, 2022. Born in Newport on January 6, 1953, he was the son of Alice (Coite) and George Greenman. He was hard working, generous, and always there for anyone and everyone. To know George was to love him. His big […]
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Obituary: Joseph R. Churchill
Joseph R. Churchill, 77, of Middletown, passed away on Sunday, April 3, 2022.He was the husband of the late Barbara (Bartick) Churchill Born in Gloucester, MA, he was the son of the late Everett and Maria (Coughlin) Churchill. Joseph had a long Naval Career, serving during the Vietnam War. He retired as a Master Chief […]
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‘Middletown Commons’ proposal before Planning Board on April 21
By Town of Middletown People will have their first chance to comment on the proposed “Middletown Commons” development during an April 21 concept review at 6 pm in Town Hall. “Middletown Commons” Proposal Before Planning Board on April 21 MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (MARCH 21, 2022) — Like most municipalities across the country, the Town of Middletown is […]
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Middletown Town Council votes for Town to oversee school spending, performance audit
Citing continued concerns with the School Department’s financials, the Middletown Town Council voted on Monday night for sweeping changes to try to correct those issues. This followed news last week the schools again overspent their budget — this time for $1.2 million-plus. The Town of Middletown shared the following press release on Tuesday, Town Council […]
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Congressman Cicilline, RIDOT to break ground on Aquidneck Avenue resurfacing project
Congressman David Cicilline and Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) Director Peter Alviti Jr. will join state and local leaders on Tuesday, March 22 to break ground on a project to resurface approximately one mile of Aquidneck Avenue in Middletown, from East Main Road to Green End Avenue. The $9 million project will reconstruct the […]
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Home on Ashurst Avenue in Middletown sells for $5 million
Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty today announced that 43 Ashurst Avenue has sold for $5,000,000. Kylie McCollough, Sales Associate of Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty, represented the seller, and Janet Kermes, Sales Associate of Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty, represented the buyer. According to data available from Rhode Island Multiple Listing Service, the […]
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New mini soccer park could be on the horizon for Middletown
Earlier this week, a new mini-soccer park was proposed to the Middletown Town Council on West Main Road. Although council members said the location likely won’t work long term, there was significant interest in the project somewhere else suitable in Town. On their website, the Town Of Middletown shared the following news about the project; […]
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Middletown: Councilwoman Terri Flynn says new additional hotel, lodging fee could help schools
Middletown Town Councilwoman Terri Flynn is proposing a new additional fee on hotel stays she said could generate serious non-tax revenues for Middletown to pay for improvements to local schools. The Town of Middletown shares the following; FLYNN: NEW ADDITIONAL HOTEL, LODGING FEE COULD HELP SCHOOLS MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (FEBRUARY 8, 2022) – Town Councilwoman Terri Flynn […]
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Rep. Ruggiero bill aims to expand broadband availability, affordability
Press release provided by the Legislative Press and Public Information Bureau With Rhode Island poised to receive over $200 million in federal funding for broadband expansion, House Innovation, Internet & Technology Committee Chairwoman Deborah Ruggiero is urging passage of her legislation to strategically cultivate expanded broadband service statewide. The legislation (2022-H 7083) would create a […]
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Accolades: Andrew Bauer of Middletown, Jordan Minder of Newport named to Hofstra University’s Fall 2021 Dean’s List
Hofstra University this week announced Andrew Bauer of Middletown and Jordan Miner of Newport were named to the Fall 2021 Dean’s List for their outstanding academic achievements. According to Hofstra University, Miner is majoring in Computer Science and Bauer is majoring in marketing. Students must earn a grade point average of at least 3.5 during […]
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Middletown Police seeking info on vandalism incident at Wyatt Road Soccer Complex
The Town of Middletown today announced on its website that the Middletown Police Department is seeking any information about a vandalism incident at the Wyatt Road Soccer Complex on Sunday, January 9, and Monday, January 10. Anyone with details is asked to call 401-846-1144 or the anonymous tip line at 401-842-6516. Neither the town or police […]
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Middletown-based SEACORP acquires Jacksonville-based Analysis, Design & Diagnostics, Inc.
Middletown-based SEACORP, LLC. (SEACORP), a leading provider of engineering services and technology to the United States Navy, today announced that it has acquired Jacksonville, Florida-based Analysis, Design & Diagnostics, Inc. (AD&D) in a private transaction. AD&D was founded in 1992 by owner and president Gary Donoher, and specializes in Sound Analysis, Acoustic Sensor, and Advanced Data Processing technologies […]
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Santa Claus to visit Middletown neighborhoods beginning December 6
The Middletown Fire Department has announced the Santa Claus Middletown Tour2021 schedule. According to sources within the department, Santa and his elves are expected to start theirannual visits to Middletown on Monday, December 6, and visit every neighborhood throughFriday, Dec. 17. As in year’s past, Santa’s visits will be weather dependent and the schedule can […]
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Housing is happening in Middletown
The following Middletown news update was provided and written by Matt Sheley, Town of Middletown. For more news and updates from the Town of Middletown, click here. It’s no secret the housing market is hot in Middletown. Talk to Realtors or anyone looking for a place and the story you’ll hear is there’s a lot […]
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Additional tax exemption mulled for Middletown seniors, veterans, and the blind
Concerned about making Middletown as affordable as possible for seniors, veterans and the handicapped, Town Councilman Dennis Turano proposes increasing tax exemptions by 10 percent, an idea welcomed by his colleagues. The following is a press release from the Town of Middletown; The Town Council looks to be moving forward with an additional 10 percent […]
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Hydrant flushing underway in Middletown, Portsmouth
The City of Newport today announced that the Newport Water Division, which supplies drinking water to the majority of Aquidneck Island, is currently performing hydrant flushing after receiving reports of discolored water in parts of Middletown and Portsmouth. After investigating the reports, the City says that the Water Division personnel determined that water being drawn […]
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Potter League for Animals to hold Community Pet Food & Supplies Distribution Day
The Potter League for Animals today announced that is holding a Community Pet Food & Supplies Distribution Day on, Sunday, July 11 from 12 to 4pm or until supplies last at their Animal Care & Adoption Center located at 87 Oliphant Lane in Middletown. “We recently received a massive 30,000+ pound donation (26 pallets!) of dog & cat food, […]
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Norman Bird Sanctuary announces its schedule of summer events, programs
The Norman Bird Sanctuary has announced its upcoming summer season of events and programs. In addition to its weekly nature and bird walks, Summer Camp, and yoga classes, the Norman Bird Sanctuary will host fun-filled evenings and educational programs from June 15 through October 2. “Summer is all about being outside,” said Executive Director of […]
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West Main Road corridor redevelopment requests sought by Middletown
By: Matt Sheley, Town of Middletown The Town of Middletown wants to hear from developers about their ideas for the West Main Road corridor. At a meeting Monday night from Town Hall, the Town Council voted unanimously to task town staff to put out requests for information for the revitalization of 15-acre site between Coddington […]