When it’s cold in Newport, sometimes you just need to go somewhere cozy. Whether you’re catching up with old friends during a holiday break, enjoying dinner out with visiting family members, or going on a date, you need a place to go with a warm ambiance, comforting food, seasonal drinks, and, preferably, a fireplace. Luckily, Newport has […]
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Wind Chill Warning issued for parts of Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island
The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Chill Warning for parts of northern Connecticut, southeastern and western Massachusetts, and northern and southern Rhode Island. The warning is in effect from 10 AM on Friday to 10 AM on Saturday. According to the NWS, dangerously cold wind chills are expected, with temperatures dropping between 20 […]
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Boating Safety seminar sells out at Newport Yacht Club; plans are in progress for additional events
The Better Bay Alliance (BBA), a non-profit organization focused on making boating safer on Rhode Island waters, offered a FREE 2- hour seminar on boating safety on January 31, 7-9 PM, at the Newport Yacht Club. This seminar was part of the Newport Yacht Club’s “2023 Season of Safety” Program. The seminar was the first […]
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Adoptable Dog of the Week: Frida
Meet your new best friend, Frida – this week’s Adoptable Dog of the Week! Available for adoption at the Potter League for Animals, Frida is an approximately 8-year-and-2-month-old female mixed breed. Here’s what else the Potter League has to say about Frida; “Picture this: You’re walking in the door after a long day at work, […]
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The Ocean Race: East is least
One day can make a big difference in The Ocean Race. In fact, just a few hours can turn what had been a winning hand into something doubtful. That’s been the case for GUYOT environnement – Team Europe, who gambled on an easterly line-up for the doldrums and appeared to have made a big gain in […]
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What’s Up this weekend in Newport County: Feb. 3 – 5
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County this weekend! Weather Friday, February 3 Things To Do 6 pm: Comedy Fundraiser at Hotel Viking to Benefit “Give Kids the World” with Funny4Funds at Hotel Viking 6 pm to 10 pm: Come Dancing In Red at Common Fence Point Community Center 6 pm: Give Kids the […]
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Point Association raises more than $23,000 for MLK Center
For the past nine years, the Point Association has held a Holiday fundraising drive to help fund the many Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center (MLKCC) programs critical to serving local children and families in need. The 2022 Point Association’s holiday MLKCC fundraising drive, which was the 9th annual, exceeded all prior years raising […]
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Newport School Superintendant publishes weekly community update
Newport School Superintendant Colleen Burns Jermain sent the following weekly message today to Newport Schools Parents, Families, and Staff.
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What’s On The Agenda: Newport City Council’s to host a Regular Council Meeting on Feb. 8
Newport City Council will host a Regular Council Meeting at 6:30 pm on Wednesday, February 8, in the Council Chambers of Newport City Hall. The meeting is open to the public. Here’s a look at what’s on the agenda; CITY OF NEWPORT DOCKET FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 8, 2023 The following items […]
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Obituary: Jo Stuehler
Josephine ‘Jo’ Stuehler, 92, of Newbury, Massachusetts, formerly of Baltimore, MD and Portsmouth, RI, died on January 27, 2023. She was the wife of the late J. Donald Stuehler. Born as the youngest daughter of 5 children in Clarksburg WV to her Italian parents, she moved to Baltimore during High school. She began her career […]
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Obituary: Patty Lou Griffin
Patty Lou Griffin Newport, RI -Patty Lou Griffin, 72, of Newport, Rhode Island, died on January 29, 2023. Born in Cherry Grove, WV on September 22, 1950, to Bessie Vandevender. Pat was an amazing woman; she loved life and lived it, as she knew how. She was known for turning a frown upside down because […]
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Aquidneck Land Trust conserves 4.91-acre coastal property in Portsmouth
The Aquidneck Land Trust (“ALT”) today announced the conservation of a 4.91-acre wetlands property on Portsmouth’s northwest shore. The property was donated to ALT by its owners, Peter S. Wood and Polly Estabrook, and is part of a larger 44-acre marsh and beach area between the railroad line and the bay. A CRMC-designated path runs […]
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Representative Finkelman appointed to Small Business and Corporations Committees
Rep. Alex Finkelman (D-Dist. 74, Jamestown, Middletown) has been appointed by House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi (D-Dist. 23, Warwick) to serve on the House Small Business and Corporations Committees. The Small Business Committee reviews legislation relating to the streamlining of licenses and permits, eliminating or decreasing bureaucratic steps and delays and uncoordinated or duplicative reviews […]
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Treasurer Diossa marks National Unclaimed Property Day with a Call to Action
Rhode Island General Treasurer James Diossa is marking National Unclaimed Property Day, which takes place on February 1, by encouraging all Rhode Islanders to check if they have unclaimed property. Diossa stated that with the increasing cost of living, families in Rhode Island are struggling to make ends meet, but through the state’s Unclaimed Property […]
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Cities with the most expensive homes in Providence metro area
Purchasing a home is one of the most important investments there is. More than a place to live, homeownership is an asset with the potential to rise in value tremendously. Given the current state of the real estate market, housing affordability plays a determining role for buyers. As of January 26, 2022, the 30-year fixed […]
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Tennis Hall of Fame is celebrating Black History Month with two new education initiatives
The International Tennis Hall of Fame (ITHF) is celebrating Black History Month by introducing two new initiatives aimed at highlighting the impact of Black tennis athletes on the sport and culture. The ITHF has added 16 new additions to its digital exhibit Breaking Boundaries in Black Tennis, which showcases the breakthroughs, evolution, and impact of […]
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Municipal leaders announce priorities for legislative session
The Rhode Island League of Cities and Towns (The League) announced the priorities of local communities for the 2023 Legislative Session and in the FY2024 State budget. The League’s priorities reflect their focus for the legislative session and position on areas of critical importance to municipalities and taxpayers. “The League of Cities and Towns encourages […]
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Obituary: Anna Maria Di Mattino
Anna Maria Di Mattino, of Portsmouth, RI passed peacefully on Wednesday, January 25, 2023 surrounded by her loving family and loyal dogs. She was 62. Born in Queens, NY, Anna entered the world as a proud New Yorker on March 21, 1961. Daughter of Pierina and Basilio Luches, Anna was known for her gentle spirit, […]
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Wind Chill Watch is in effect from late Thursday night through Saturday afternoon
The National Weather Service in Boston/Norton has issued a Wind Chill Watch for late Thursday night through Saturday afternoon for areas including northern Connecticut, central, eastern, northeastern, southeastern and western Massachusetts, and northern and southern Rhode Island. The Wind Chill Watch warns of dangerously cold wind chills with temperatures as low as 30 below zero. […]
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198 Newport County students among the nearly 7,000 University of Rhode Island students who were named to Fall 2022 Dean’s List
The University of Rhode Island is pleased to announce the Fall 2022 Dean’s List. Students named to the Dean’s List represent nearly all of Rhode Island’s cities and towns, all six New England states, New York and New Jersey, and many other states and countries. 198 of the students were from Newport County, they include: […]
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URI Marine Affairs program, Tall Ships America forge new partnership
Students interested in Marine Affairs at the University of Rhode Island have long been part of an innovative and ground-breaking program that takes a 360-degree approach to understanding issues and solving problems critical to responsible coastal and marine management. Founded in 1970, URI’s Marine Affairs program is the first of its kind in the nation and is […]
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Newport Restaurant Group donates $60,750 to local nonprofits through 2022 Gift Card Donation Program
Newport Restaurant Group (NRG) today announced that it has donated $60,750 to local nonprofits that focus on food insecurity as a result of its annual, year-round gift card program. Through the program, $2.00 from every gift card purchase is donated to area non-profits with a mission toward fighting food insecurity. Since the program’s inception in […]
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Newport Gulls to kick off its 2023 NECBL season on June 6
The New England Collegiate Baseball League has announced the Official Schedule for the 2023 Season. For the Newport Gulls, they will be traveling to Dodd Stadium, home of the Mystic Schooners, to kick off the year on Tuesday, June 6. This will be the only game of the night as the rest of the league […]
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Newport County Youth Chorus is offering free group voice and songwriting classes for Middle School students
The Newport County Youth Chorus is welcoming students in grades 5-8 to join “Discover your voice,” a 6-week session for singers who want more individualized attention (similar to a group voice class with time dedicated to each student one-on-one), are interested in songwriting or want to get better at singing in front of people or […]
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How gas prices have changed in the Providence Metro area in the last week
Americans are heading into February with higher-than-average gas prices for this time of year. A gallon of regular gas was $3.51 on average Monday, January 30, an increase of about $0.10 compared with a week ago, according to AAA. Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Providence-Fall River-Warwick (RI only) metro area using data from […]
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How Newport County feels about climate change
According to the Pew Research Center, about two-thirds of Americans feel the federal government is not doing enough to counteract the effects of climate change. While a majority of U.S. adults acknowledge climate change to be a real issue, there is less consensus in regards to what measures to take to address the worsening climate […]
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WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Brad Read, Sail Newport and The Ocean Race Newport Stopover
The Ocean Race fleet is expected to arrive in Newport on or around May 10-12, 2023, following an approximately 17-day trek from Itajai, Brazil. Before reaching the shores of the United States, the sailors will have completed 28,650 nautical miles, which is approximately 89% of the global race, which began on January 15, 2023. The […]
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The Ocean Race: Racing into the South
As January comes to a close, so does one chapter of leg 2 of The Ocean Race. The fleet has burst into the southern hemisphere, crossing the equator overnight and escaping the calms of the doldrums. Follow the latest positions on the race tracker Follow the latest stories ‘from the boats’ GUYOT environnement – Team Europe […]
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Seven Newport County students land on Worcester Polytechnic Institute’s Fall 2022 Dean’s List
A total of 2,069 undergraduate students achieved the criteria required for Worcester Polytechnic Institute’s (WPI) fall 2022 Dean’s List, including seven students from Newport County. The criteria for the WPI Dean’s List differs from that of most other universities as WPI does not compute a grade point average (GPA). Instead, WPI defines the Dean’s List […]
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Portsmouth AgInnovation Farm Program receives a $78,000 grant from the van Beuren Charitable Foundation
The Eastern Rhode Island Conservation District (ERICD) today announced that they have received grant funding in the amount of $78,889 from the van Beuren Charitable Foundation (vBCF) for the Portsmouth AgInnovation Farm Program (AgInnovation). The funds will support programming for after-school classes and summer camp, among other things, according to ERICD. AgInnovation is a partnership […]
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Adoptable Pet of the Week: Jack
Meet your new best friend, Jack – this week’s Adoptable Pet of the Week. Jack is a one-year-and-six-month-old Flemish Giant/New Zealand male rabbit, according to the Potter League for Animals. “This cutie is Jack! Jack has that classic Easter bunny look about him, but he is looking for a home to live in far beyond […]
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Rhode Island’s Economic Growth stalls in Q4, continues to lag region and nation
Rhode Island’s economy continues to lag the New England region and the United States in several indicators of economic growth according to the Rhode Island Key Performance Indicators (KPI) Briefing for the fourth quarter of 2022, released today. The briefing, completed by The Center for Global and Regional Economic Studies at Bryant University and the […]
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Newport City Council to hold interviews for boards and commissions
Newport City Council will conduct a series of interviews on February 1st, 2023, at City Hall’s 2nd Floor Conference Room, located at 43 Broadway. The purpose of the interviews is to appoint applicants to the Historic District Commission, Planning Board, and Trust and Investment Commission. Starting at 5:00 pm, the Council will interview Jeff Brooks […]
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Tickets for the 2023 Newport Folk Festival go on sale on Feb. 1
Tickets for the 2023 Newport Folk Festival, which will return to Fort Adams State Park on July 28-30, will go on sale beginning Wednesday, February 1 at 1 pm via DICE. Full ticket pricing is listed below. Children under 10 are free with a maximum of 2 children attending per ticketed adult. Children 10 and over will need to purchase a […]
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RIPTA to use $5 million federal grant to develop a Safe Streets action plan for 29 Rhode Island communities
In an effort to improve traffic safety and prevent roadway accidents, Rhode Island’s Congressional delegation and Governor Dan McKee today announced a new $5 million federal Action Plan Grant for the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) under the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant program. U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressman […]
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What’s Up this week in Newport County: Jan. 30 – Feb. 5
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County this week! Weather Monday, January 30 Things To Do 12 pm to 5 pm: Co-Work Mondays at The Huddle 5 pm to 7 pm: $1 Oysters in the Lobby Bar at Hotel Viking For more events and things to do, visit our events calendar. Entertainment The Fastnet […]
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Obituary: Elizabeth ‘Tippy’ Hussey
Elizabeth M. “Tippy” (Cornell) Hussey, 89, of Middletown, passed away peacefully Sunday, January 29, 2023, after a brief illness. She was the beloved wife of Michael “Mickey” Hussey, who died in June 2022. Their love for each other will forever serve as an inspiration for their entire family. She is survived by two sons, Michael, […]
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Best-performing Rhode Island stocks last week
Stacker compiled a list of the best-performing stocks in Rhode Island last week using data from IEX Cloud. Stocks are ranked by the highest percent price change from Jan. 20 to Jan. 27. Stocks headquartered in Rhode Island, listed on the Russell 3000, and a market cap over $5.0 billion on October 27th were considered. […]
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Here are the 8 homes that changed hands in Newport County last week
Tyler Bernadyn Newport County saw a busy week in the housing market with several single-family residences being sold between January 23 – 27, 2023. Real estate, like any industry, is based on the foundation of supply and demand. Sellers are still seeing premium prices for their homes due to extremely low inventory, even with interest […]
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Rep. Carson introduces bill prohibiting, penalizing
Rep. Carson introduces bill prohibiting, penalizing
contaminated construction fill
After a contractor used hazardous materials on the Route 6/10 connector redevelopment project in Providence, Rep. Lauren H. Carson has introduced legislation specifically making it a felony to use hazardous waste as fill. The legislation (2023-H 5107) adds to the state’s laws governing hazardous waste a provision prohibiting the use of hazardous waste as fill […]
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Proposed legislation would establish limits on grocery self-checkouts
Representative Megan Cotter (D-Dist. 39, Exeter, Hopkinton, Richmond) has introduced legislation that would establish limits on self-checkout lanes at grocery stores in Rhode Island.In a press release, Cotter says that the bill is meant to start a conversation about corporations’ ever-increasing use of self-checkout lanes to reduce the employment of cashiers.“In addition to the frustration […]
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The Ocean Race: Nervous times
It’s been a difficult 24 hours for the entire fleet as the five IMOCA teams become fully engulfed in the Intertropical Convergence Zone, better known as the doldrums. The light, fickle winds, random storm cells and clouds that bring sudden puffs of wind along with rain and thunder and lightning, mean days and nights of uncertainty. […]
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Obituary: Edward Baring Corcoran
Edward Baring Corcoran, “Ned” to his friends and “Damnpa” to his family, died peacefully at the age of 96 after a short illness, surrounded by his family, at his home in Middletown, RI. Ned was born on October 14, 1926, the second of five children of Edward J. and Mary Stella (Walsh) Corcoran. He was a […]
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Obituary: Christopher A. Stedford
Christopher A. Stedford, 61 of Newport, passed away at home on January 23, 2023.He was the husband of Lisa Bailey Stedford.Born in Newport, Chris was the son of the late Oscar and Beverly (Monteiro) Stedford. Chris was a strong man, he was a family man and a fun loving man that had a love for […]
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Obituary: Colonel Burton C. Quist, USMC (Ret.)
Colonel Burton C. Quist, USMC (Ret.), 76, of Middletown, RI, died on January 25, 2023, at his home surrounded by family, after a short and difficult battle with cancer. He was the husband of Catherine (Swallow) Quist. Born in Worcester, MA, on August 7, 1946, he was the son of the late Charles and Elizabeth […]
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Jerry Frear: What does ‘practice’ mean in wellbeing
In the context of personal growth and development, practice refers to the specific actions and habits engaged on a regular basis in order to improve and achieve their goals. These habits can take different forms and be tailored to individual needs and interests. As an example, a person might engage in a daily mindfulness practice […]
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Tree & Open Space Commission to host Park Workshop
The Newport Tree and Open Space Commission will be hosting a special public workshop on Wednesday, February 8th, from 5 – 6 p.m. to discuss community policing efforts in Newport’s Public Parks. The workshop, which will be held in the Friends Room at the Newport Library, follows up on a recommendation in a 2022 Park […]
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Experience romance at Castle Hill Inn’s Valentine’s Day Dinner
Castle Hill Inn will be offering their Valentine’s Day dinner experience for couples to enjoy on February 14th. The property’s culinary team has created a special four-course menu filled with a selection of standout dishes such as “Perfect Partners” made with Native oysters and Siberian caviar, “Lovebirds” made of Squab, foie gras and wheat, Atlantic […]
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Gallery Sitka to host ‘Women’s Caucus for Arts’ group show
Newport’s Gallery Sitka welcomes the Women’s Caucus for Arts’ (WCA) Central Massachusetts chapter for a group show, opening with a reception on Saturday, February 18, 2-4 pm. Many of the participating artists will be in attendance for the gallery reception. The seven artists’ exhibited work is vastly different, ranging from realism to abstraction, painting to […]
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Four local students graduate from the University of Maryland Global Campus
University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) graduated more than 7,600 students worldwide in the fall of 2022, including four students from Newport County! Those students are Andrea Rose Domek of Middletown, Associate of Arts in General Studies; Derien Luce of Middletown, Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies; Nathan Hamer Grant of Newport; Bachelor of Science in Management Studies; […]
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Obituary: Michael Christ
Michael Edward Christ, 81, passed away peacefully in his home on January 24, 2023, after a long illness.Born on December 28, 1941, he is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 50 years, Barbara (Bloom) Christ. Michael was the son of Henry Christ, who in the 1950’s, ran Buddy’s Garage on Connell Highway in […]
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Jamestown’s McKensie Lennon recognized by Lasell University for outstanding collaboration
McKensie Lennon, a Lasell University student from Jamestown, Rhode Island, has been recognized by the institution for outstanding collaboration in the fall 2022 semester in their Field Intervention Strategies course, taught by Professor Pamela Naab. Lennon, who is majoring in Psychology, was selected as one of the three best people to work with in this […]
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What to know about TurboTax before you file your taxes this year
This story was originally published by ProPublica. ProPublica is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative newsroom. Sign up for The Big Story newsletter to receive stories like this one in your inbox. Series: The ProPublica Free Tax Guide Free, Fact-Checked Tax Information. That’s All. Under the Free File agreement, Americans who make less than $73,000 per year […]
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WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Evan Smith, President & CEO of Discover Newport
Update: Feb. 14 – This interview is being rescheduled at Smith’s request. We’ll update this story when a new time has been agreed upon. What’s ahead for travel and tourism in 2023? Just how bad or good was 2022 for the tourism industry? Evan Smith, President & CEO of Discover Newport, will join What’sUpNewp for […]
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Bill introduced to help Rhode Island wineries sell on-site
In 2018, winemakers James Davids and Marissa Stashenko left the wine mecca of California in search of a more fulfilling lifestyle. Their journey brought them to Rhode Island where they opened a winery in Rumford to partner with family farms to produce small batches of artisan wine. “We instantly fell in love with Rhode Island […]
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Region’s workforce shifting away from hospitality
A leading New England economist is suggesting that jobs in the region are shifting from leisure and hospitality to higher-paying industries, while job openings remain at “historic highs.” Boston Federal Reserve Bank Vice President and economist Jeffrey Thompson said he’s concerned about whether the regional workforce can fill the jobs of growing industries. He characterized […]
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What’s Up this weekend in and around Newport: Jan. 27 – 29
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport this weekend. Friday, January 27 Things To Do 12 pm to 1 pm: Lunch and Learn at Oliver Hazard Perry 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm: Outsider Art: Harnessing Color Opening Reception at Jamestown Arts Center 6 pm: Yoga, Movie & Dinner Night at Common Fence Point Hall 8 […]
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Gary Furtado named President of Narragansett Council, Boy Scouts of America
The Narragansett Council, Boy Scouts of America announced Gary Furtado as the new Council President at their annual board meeting this week. The Council President serves as Chair of the Council’s Executive Board. The President leads the board in strategic decision-making, stewardship of resources, and delivery of the Scouting program to over 5,000 youth across […]
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Adoptable Cat of the Week: Jake
Meet your new best friend, Jake – this week’s Adoptable Cat of The Week! Available for adoption at the Potter League for Animals in Middletown, Jake is a 10-year and 7-month-old male Domestic Shorthair/Mix. “Jake is a shy but sweet gentleman. He really loves a nice window to look out where he can stretch and […]
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No. 23 Providence dominates Butler inside for 79-58 win
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — With No. 23 Providence trailing Butler by seven midway through the first half, Friars coach Ed Cooley brought Jared Bynum off the bench. PC scored the next 13 points and never trailed again. Boosted by the return of their regular starting point guard, the Friars overcame a sluggish start and pulled […]
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Rogers’ cosmetology and automotive programs to survive construction budget cuts
While the facilities that would house Rogers High School’s Cosmetology and Automotive programs may be on the chopping block as the system attempts to close a $20 million construction shortfall, the programs are not being eliminated. Newport Superintendent of Schools Colleen Burns Jermain, appearing on a WhatsUpNewp videocast today, said that the current Career and […]
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Obituary: Joseph A. Rodericks
Joseph A. Rodericks, 87, passed away on Tuesday, January 24, 2023, in Newport.He was the beloved husband of the late Jane R. (Roderick) Rodericks Born, in Newport, he was the son of the late Joseph and Rose (DeMello) Rodericks Gomes. Joe was a carpenter for over 50 years, and a member of the Carpenter’s Union […]
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Newport School Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain’s Weekly Community Update
Newport School Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain sent out the following Community Update to Newport Schools parents, families, and staff, on Wednesday, January 25.
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Federal Grant provides the gift of mobility to Newport’s North End Seniors
Seniors living in Newport’s North End will soon have access to new transportation options thanks to a $70,000 federal pilot program. U.S. Senator Jack Reed is working with the National Aging and Disability Transportation Center (NADTC) to provide funding for a vehicle-sharing program for residents in the area. The grant will be used by Rhode […]
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Lieutenant Governor’s Entrepreneurship Challenge finalists announced
Lieutenant Governor Sabina Matos announced the finalists of the Lieutenant Governor’s Entrepreneurship Challenge, a business pitch competition for high school students. The competition will provide over $10,000 in scholarships to the winning teams. Out of dozens of written business plan submissions, five teams have advanced to the second stage of the challenge, a live pitch […]
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Dueling defending champions look to carry momentum into 8th edition of Premiere Corinthian Championship
By New York Yacht Club The seventh edition of the Rolex New York Yacht Club Invitational Cup, held in September 2021, had nearly everything a great one-design regatta should have: tremendous competitors, great social events, a polished race committee, fabulous sailing conditions and evenly matched boats. But it was missing one thing, a defending champion. […]
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Obituary: Gary Smith
Gary Smith March 28, 1958-January 16, 2023 Man of Music and Builder of Communities Gary Smith was set on his life’s path during a matinee showing of “The Sound of Music” at the Starcase Cinema in Middletown, RI. He was seven years old. “I learned that music could beat Nazis. That’s when I knew,” Gary […]
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Rhode Island launches statewide program to assist first-time homebuyers
Governor Dan McKee today announced the launch of a new program aimed at increasing homeownership opportunities for first-time buyers in the state. The RI Statewide Down Payment Assistance Grant offers $17,500 in down payment and closing cost assistance to eligible applicants. The program is being funded with $30 million of the $250 million in federal […]
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Obituary: Bradford J. Faxon Sr.
Bradford J. Faxon, Sr., 84, of Westport, MA passed away peacefully on January 21, 2023. Brad was many things, but most importantly, loved by his family. A lifelong New Englander, Brad grew up in Milton, MA with his brother Lindwood, sister Jane, and parents Raymond and Dorothy. He graduated from Norwich University Military Academy, Class […]
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Obituary: Loretta Clarkson
Loretta L. Clarkson, 90 of Middletown R.I. passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on the morning of January 22, 2023 Loretta was born of September 19, 1932, in Fall River Massachusetts to the late Alphonse and Delia (Bourque) Brousseau. She was a beloved wife of 67 years to James A. Clarkson […]
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A look at what’s on tap for library programs at the Tiverton Public Library in February
The following is a list of library programs that adults can enjoy at the Tiverton Public Library in February 2023. Patrons are encouraged to visit https://tivertonlibrary.org or call 401-625-6796 to learn more and to register. All Month Long One-on-One Tech Help Tech help is available to anyone who’d like to learn more about their computers […]
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Newport International Boat Show generates $26.1 million in economic impact
The Newport International Boat Show has had a significant impact on the local economy in Newport County, Rhode Island, according to an economic impact study conducted by Performance Research. The study, which was completed in November 2022, found that the boat show, which is one of the largest in-water events in the country, had a […]
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Rising Tides: National Weather Service issues Flood Advisory for coastal counties
The National Weather Service has issued a coastal flood advisory for several counties in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. The advisory is in effect from 8 PM Wednesday to 3 AM EST Thursday. According to the advisory, up to one half foot of inundation above ground level is expected in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal […]
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Four Newport County students land on the University of Vermont’s Dean’s List
The University of Vermont has released its Dean’s List for the fall 2022 semester, and four local students from Newport County are among those being recognized. They are, Evan Tuttle from Jamestown, who is majoring in Psychological Science; Abigail Kenyon from Little Compton, who is majoring in Exercise Science; Leslie Campbell from Middletown, who is […]
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WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Newport School Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain
With construction underway at Rogers High School, regionalization with Middletown in limbo, and growing concerns in schools across the country about behavioral health issues – What’sUpNewp welcomes back Newport School Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain for her regular WUN videocast at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, January 25, 2023. We took a break over the holidays, but […]
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Obituary: Geraldine Selecta Orosco
Geraldine Orosco, 76 of Charlotte, North Carolina passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 17, 2023. Geraldine, affectionately known as Gerry was born in Washington County, North Carolina on May 22, 1946 to the late Calvin James and Earlene Cordon James Basham. Following high school graduation, Geraldine left rural eastern North Carolina for Durham, […]
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Adoptable Pet of the Week: Kingsley and Koko, a bonded pair of Sugar Gliders
Meet Kingsley and Koko, this week’s adoptable pets of the week. Kingsley and Koko are a bonded pair of Sugar gliders. For those not familiar with Sugar gliders, they are small, marsupial mammals native to Australia, Indonesia, and Papua New Guinea. They are known for their ability to glide through the air using a specialized […]
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Valerie June partners with Newport Festivals Foundation to donate instruments and books to music programs in Tennessee and Mississippi
Valerie June, a Grammy-nominated musician from Tennessee, has partnered with Newport Festivals Foundation, the organization behind the Newport Folk and Jazz Festivals, Third Man Books, and Gibson, to donate instruments and books to music programs in Tennessee and Mississippi. On January 29, 30, and 31, Valerie and illustrator Marcela Avelar will be traveling to different organizations to read her […]
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Rhode Island man gets life sentence in death of girlfriend
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — A Rhode Island man accused of running over and killing his on-and-off girlfriend during an argument has been sentenced to life in prison. James Grilli, 39, was sentenced on Monday after pleading no contest to second-degree murder and leaving the scene in the 2020 death of Erika Belcourt, according to a […]
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Results released in girl’s request for DNA evidence of Santa
CUMBERLAND, R.I. (AP) — The Rhode Island Department of Health says it was not able “to definitively confirm or refute the presence of Santa” in a young girl’s home after she requested to have a partially eaten cookie and a couple of gnawed-on carrot sticks tested for DNA to see if Santa Claus is real. The […]
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QUORUS: New LGBTQIA+ Chorus launches in Newport
The Choral Collective of Newport County (CCNC) today announced the formation of QUORUS, the first LGBTQIA+ chorus in Newport. The goal of QUORUS is to empower and amplify the voices of the LGBTQIA+ community in Newport County, providing a safe and inclusive environment for singers of all backgrounds, races, and genders, according to the CCNC. […]
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Gale Watch in effect for Narragansett Bay from Wednesday evening through Friday morning
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Gale Watch for Narragansett Bay and Boston Harbor, beginning Wednesday evening and lasting through Friday morning. In addition, a Small Craft Advisory remains in effect until 7 AM EST this morning. According to the NWS, strong winds with gusts up to 40 kt and waves of 4 […]
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Comic – Sour Grapes: Honestly
Here’s this week’s Sour Grapes, enjoy! Tim Jones is the creator, artist and writer of the widely popular, self-syndicated comic strip, “SOUR GRAPES”; a comic about “Aesop”, a miserable flying dog and his odd friends, all living in a problematic and troubled world. Sour Grapes is currently published in multiple newspapers in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, […]
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As Tax Filing season kicks off today, Senator Reed highlights free tax prep assistance for Rhode Islanders
Today is the first day of the 2023 tax filing season, and U.S. Senator Jack Reed is highlighting a number of free resources available to help Rhode Islanders file with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and take advantage of available tax credits to save money this year. According to the IRS, more than 168 million individual 2022 […]
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How gas prices have changed in Rhode Island in the last week
Gas prices have risen in cities around the country over the past week as demand for fuel picked up around the U.S. thanks to higher-than-usual temperatures. “With the cost of oil hitting $80 a barrel, there is a lot of upward pressure on gas prices at the moment,” AAA spokesperson Andrew Gross said in a […]
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Feds deny emergency call to slow ships, ease whale strikes
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — The U.S. government has denied a request from a group of environmental organizations to immediately apply proposed ship-speed restrictions in an effort to save a vanishing species of whale. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is considering new rules designed to stop large ships from colliding with North Atlantic right whales. The whales […]
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15 local students land on University of New Hampshire’s Dean’s List for the Fall 2022 Semester
The University of New Hampshire has released its Dean’s List for the Fall 2022 semester, and fifteen students from Newport County are among those on the list. Those local students earning the Highest Honors are; Julia Cotsonas of Jamestown, who is Majoring in Undeclared. Sage Manning of Portsmouth, who is Majoring in Communication. Those local […]
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Test your knowledge of Portsmouth History at Gulf Stream Bar & Grille on Feb. 16
The Portsmouth Historical Society today announced plans for its Fifth Annual Portsmouth History Trivia Night, which will take place on Thursday, February 16, 2023, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM at The Gulf Stream Bar & Grille. Trivia participation is free to members of the Portsmouth Historical Society, with a recommended donation of $5.00 per […]
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Del’s Lemonade franchise, a Middletown deli, a profitable sandwich shop, and other businesses that are currently for sale in Rhode Island
The latest business and commercial listings show all kinds of businesses currently for sale in Rhode Island. Reasons for selling, when provided, typically do not mention economic hardship, but more often involve the owner retiring or not having time to actively run the business. The names and locations are generally left out, but there are […]
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Meet Dee-Dee: The tri-legged German Shepherd Mix who loves life
This week’s Adoptable Dog of the Week is Dee-Dee, a 1-year-3-month-old female German Shepherd mix who is available for adoption from the Potter League for Animals in Middletown. Despite being a “tripod”, Dee-Dee is a lively and energetic pup who loves going for walks in the woods and trips to the beach. Dee-Dee is a […]
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Newport Mansions invites visitors to ‘Live the Drama’
The Preservation Society of Newport County has launched Live the Drama, an advertising campaign that shines a light on one of the most fascinating aspects of the Newport Mansions: the dramatic lives of the wealthy families who resided in them. The Preservation Society has partnered with Nail Communications, an award-winning creative agency based in Providence, which proposed […]
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Tiverton student named to Fall 2022 Provost’s List at Hofstra University
Hofstra University has released its Provost’s List for the Fall 2022 semester, and a student from Newport County has made the list. Rebecca Vaillancourt, of Tiverton, earned a perfect 4.0 GPA during the Fall 2022 semester, earning a spot on the Provost’s List at Hofstra University. Rebecca’s major is Criminology. Hofstra University is an internationally ranked […]
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Newport String Quartet to present concerts in Newport and Jamestown
The Newport String Quartet today announced the next installment in their signature Newport County Concert Series, taking place in Newport and Jamestown. In partnership with Music at Trinity and The Jamestown Arts Center, the quartet will present an impressive program of works by Joseph Bologne, Clarice Assad, and Felix Mendelssohn. The concert on February 11th […]
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What’s Up this week in and around Newport: Jan. 23 – 29
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do this week in and around Newport, Rhode Island. Monday, January 23 Things To Do 10:30 am: Family Fun Reptile Show during School Vacation in Newport RI at Vasco de Game Portugues Hall 12 pm to 5 pm: Co-Work Mondays at The Huddle For more events and things to do, […]
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Obituary: Barbara Ann Mureddu
Barbara Ann (Monticone) Mureddu, age 83, of Newport, Rhode Island, passed away on Wednesday, January 18, 2023. Born in Newport, she was the daughter of the late Catherine (Goldie) and Guido Monticone, owners of Monticone Variety located in Market Square. Barbara was a graduate of St. Catherine’s Academy and a graduate of the Newport Hospital […]
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Obituary: Thomas M. Butala
Thomas M. Butala, 67 passed away on Friday January 20, 2023, at home with his loving family by his side. Tom was born June 5, 1955, in Detroit, MI to Edward and Pearl (Aho) Butala. Tom joined the Navy in 1974, as a submariner, and served aboard the USS Whale (SSN-638). After leaving the Navy […]
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Rhode Island Wind Ensemble’s ‘One World’ concert to benefit Seamen’s Church Institute
The Rhode Island Wind Ensemble (RIWE) will be holding a family-friendly concert, titled “One World,” on Sunday, February 19th, at 7:00 pm at the Newport Marriott Hotel Atrium. The concert will feature light “pops” music from around the globe and will be a fundraiser for the Seamen’s Church Institute of Newport. The Rhode Island Wind […]
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Obituary: Graciela Emerick
Graciela “Gracie” Emerick, 88, of Newport, RI, passed away on January 19, 2023 at home, surrounded by her loved ones. She was the wife of the late Paul Emerick. Graciela was born in Bogota, Columbia to Carlos Alberto Caceres and Manuela Vega de Caceres on December 18, 1934. She worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant […]
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Senator Whitehouse visits Ukraine, joins bipartisan effort to hold Russia accountable for war crimes
A bipartisan delegation of U.S. senators, led by Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), Lindsey Graham (R-SC), and Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) returned from Ukraine, where they met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal to discuss ways to encourage Ukraine’s victory against Russia’s brutal and unjust invasion, and to coordinate about legal accountability for Russia’s […]
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Obituary: David E. Reid
David E. Reid, age 79, of Tiverton, Rhode Island, passed away on January 17, 2023 surrounded by his loving family, after a brief illness. David was born in Fall River, MA to Edson Reid and A. Irene (Hodgins) Reid. David was the husband of Bette (Longson) Reid of Tiverton for 60 years. David grew up […]