MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (APRIL 19, 2022) – Plans for a Town led “affordable housing” project took a major step forward earlier this week. At a meeting Monday night from Town Hall, the Town Council voted unanimously to seek master plan designs for “affordable housing” on the former Oliphant School property at 26 Oliphant Lane and Peckham School […]
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Short-term rental conversation continues in Middletown
MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (APRIL 18, 2022) – Middletown will continue to monitor short-term rentals in the community. Hearing from colleagues and residents during a meeting in Town Hall, the Town Council agreed to revisit the issue at an upcoming session, likely on May 2. Council members said this was especially true as Newport considers a ban […]
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Adoptable Pet of The Week: Acorn
Meet your new best friend, Acorn– this week’s Adoptable Pet of the Week! The Potter League for Animals shares on their website that Acorn is a 15-year-old male Domestic Shorthair. Here’s what else Potter League for Animals has to say about Acorn; Who’s ready to meet the man of their dreams? Well, the wait is […]
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Alex Finkelman announces candidacy for State Representative in District 74 (Jamestown, Middletown)
Jamestown resident Alex Finkelman today announced his candidacy for State Representative in District 74, seeking to represent Jamestown and parts of Middletown. In a press release, Finkelman touted his small business, insurance, and finance background and cited environmental protection, improving education, and bolstering our economy as the issues he will most focus on. State Rep. […]
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Norman Bird Sanctuary to host Earth Week Extravaganza featuring Grammy Award-winner Bill Harley
The Norman Bird Sanctuary will host a week of innovative, nature-themed programs from April 16 to April 23, 2022. Culminating in the first-ever Earth Week Extravaganza, this week promises fun for the whole family with plenty of opportunities to get outside and learn about the environment. For its third year, the Norman Bird Sanctuary is offering Earth Week […]
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Accident on Berkeley Avenue in Middletown take out poles, wires
Emergency personnel were at a single vehicle accident on Berkeley Avenue by Wyndham Hill Road. Police said a truck went off the road and took out a pole and wires. The truck driver was taken to Newport Hospital. The accident is under investigation.
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Applications open for Forum Lodge’s annual Anna M. Ripa Scholarships
Forum Lodge #391—Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America has applications for the Anna M. Ripa Memorial Scholarships. The awards are presented annually to Aquidneck Island public high school seniors of Italian descent who will be graduating in June 2022 and will be attending college or university in the fall. In addition to having […]
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Middletown Police make gun bust
On 04/08/2022, the Middletown Police Department executed a search warrant and an arrest warrant at 107C Lawrence Street. The warrants were the result of an investigation into Jeremy Speck, 43 years old, who was believed to be in possession of several firearms. Jeremy was convicted of a crime of violence in Texas, charged as Deadly […]
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Unified Basketball makes memories
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 […]