Comedy Bus City Tours is hoping to bring its shows to the roads of Newport. Comedy Bus LLC, based in North Providence, has applied to the Rhode Island Division of Public Utilities & Carriers to run a Jitney Service in Newport. According to Rhode Island General Laws 39-13, Jitney means and includes any motor bus […]
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Massachusetts woman wins $1 million lottery twice in 10 weeks
DORCHESTER, Mass. (AP) — A Massachusetts woman has won $1 million twice on lottery tickets in the last 10 weeks. Christine Wilson, of Attleborough, won the most recent prize on Wednesday playing the “100X Cash” $10 instant ticket game, the state lottery announced. Wilson decided to receive the winnings in a one-time payment of $650,000 […]
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What’s Up in Newport This Weekend: May 3 – 5
Here’s a look at all that’s happening for events, live music, and entertainment in and around Newport, Rhode Island this weekend, Friday, May 3 through Sunday, May 5. Cruise Ship Schedule Here’s what’s coming up next on the 2024 Cruise Ship Schedule. Sunday, May 5 | Meraviglia Saturday, June 15 | Island Princess Wednesday, June 19 […]
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Rhode Island bill would allow certain electric bicycles on bike paths, require helmets for riders under 21
A bill approved by the Rhode Island House on Thursday would allow the use of certain electric bicycles on bike paths, in an effort to safeguard pedestrians and cyclists. This legislation (2024-H 7713A) would update Rhode Island regulations of electric bicycles in four main ways. First, it would define three classes of electric bicycle, consistent […]
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Senate approves Chairwoman Euer’s Healthcare Provider Shield Act
The Rhode Island Senate on Thursday voted to approve Senate Judiciary Committee Chairwoman Dawn Euer’s bill to protect medical providers who provide transgender and reproductive health care services in Rhode Island from civil or criminal suits from other states or their residents. “As more states have banned established, best-practice medical care, particularly care involving reproductive […]
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Newsletter: What’s Up in Newport – Friday, May 3
This story was originally published as a What’sUpNewp newsletter. Sign up for our free newsletter to receive this post in your inbox every weekday morning! Good Friday Morning, 🚧 The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority announced Thursday that lane restrictions on the Mount Hope Bridge have been lifted, with the completion of a cable […]
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Rhode Island man sentenced to prison for $130,000 scam targeting elderly
A 39-year-old Providence man who posed as a relative to scam more than $130,000 from elderly people in Rhode Island and Massachusetts has been sentenced to a year and one day in federal prison, prosecutors said. Vidal Roquez was also ordered to pay restitution to his victims and perform community service by speaking to senior […]
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Rhode Island lawmakers require monthly updates on Washington Bridge status
The Rhode Island Department of Transportation will now be required to provide monthly updates on the status of the Washington Bridge to state lawmakers and the governor’s office under legislation approved Thursday by the Rhode Island House and Senate. The new law is aimed at keeping the public informed as it deals with the lengthy […]
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Obituary: Phyllis Sherman
Phyllis May Sherman, 85, formerly of Portsmouth, RI, died on April 26, 2024 at Newport Hospital. Born in Newport, RI on July 19, 1938, She was the daughter of the late Frank and Alice (Power) Peckham. Phyllis was raised in a faithful family of the Episcopal Church, first at Emmanuel Church in Newport and later […]
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Nylander and Woll help Maple Leafs beat Bruins 2-1 to force Game 7
TORONTO (AP) — William Nylander scored twice, Joseph Woll made 22 saves and the Toronto Maple Leafs beat the Boston Bruins 2-1 on Thursday night to force a seventh game in the first-round Eastern Conference series. “We battled and competed,” said Nylander, who sat the first three games of the series because of an undisclosed […]
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Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in Rhode Island
The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $355,696 in March, 4.6% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, […]
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Lane restrictions on Mount Hope Bridge lifted
The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA) today announced that lane restrictions on the Mount Hope Bridge has been lifted, with the completion of a cable air flow testing project two weeks ahead of schedule. The project was part of a broader plan to dehumidify the bridge, and will help extend its life by […]
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Free soil testing offered at Maher Center Garden Center
The James L. Maher Center Garden Center will be offering free soil testing on the second Saturday of every month during the spring season The free tests are part of a partnership between the Maher Center and URI Master Gardeners. The next testing will take place on May 11 from 10 am to 12 pm […]
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Obituary: Venceslaus Vanicek
V. James Vanicek, Jr. (Jim) 90, of Middletown, RI, died on April 27, 2024 at home. He was married to Sally (Zautner) Vanicek for 68 years. Born in Newport, RI on September 8, 1933, Jim was the son of the late Venceslaus (Van) and Dorothy (Dot) Vanicek. Jim attended Rogers High School and graduated from […]
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RIPEC analyzes Governor’s FY 2025 Budget Proposal as revenues tighten and spending increases persist
The Rhode Island Public Expenditure Council (RIPEC) released a report today analyzing Governor Daniel J. McKee’s proposed fiscal year (FY) 2025 budget, revisions to the FY 2024 budget, and the state’s fiscal outlook ahead of the May Revenue Estimating Conference. RIPEC found that the governor’s proposed budget represented a transitional spending plan between a series […]
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The towns outsmarting Airbnb to make more homes available for residents
Late last year, New York City made headlines when it all but banned Airbnbs and other short-term rentals within city limits. Reasons to be Cheerful reveals that in August of 2023, Airbnb had more than 25,000 short-term rentals listed in the city. Tenant groups across the city accused short-term rental platforms of hollowing out neighborhoods […]
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The Sailing Museum to host Seaweed Art Workshop
The Sailing Museum is hosting a new workshop that will teach people how to make their own beautiful works of art from seaweed. The workshop, titled “Ocean Flora as Art,” is being led by artist Mary Jameson of Saltwater Studio Newport. The event will take place on Wednesday, May 15, from 10 am to 12:30 […]
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Obituary: Karen Day
Karen Carlin (Sullivan) Day, 62 of North Kingstown, RI, passed away with her family by her side on Monday, April 22, 2024. Born in New London, CT, she was the daughter of the late F.M. and Barbara Sullivan. Karen passed at home with her loving husband Kevin J. Day and her beloved son, Christopher J. […]
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Food Pantry at MLK Community Center is now open five days a week
Starting May 2, the Food Pantry at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center (MLK Community Center) will be open every weekday to better serve the community. “Healthy food is vital to a healthy life.” said Heather Hole Strout, Executive Director. “We want to make it as easy as possible for anyone in Newport […]
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On heels of interim commission report, Rep. Carson submits bills for transparency, equity in short-term rental industry
After several months of studying the challenges faced by the state and municipalities in regulating the short-term rental industry in Rhode Island, Rep. Lauren Carson has introduced legislation aimed at improving regulatory compliance and transparency and enabling local controls on the industry’s growth. Representative Carson (D-Dist. 75, Newport) is the chairwoman of the Special Legislative Commission […]
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Rhode Island’s Mental Health Association Honors Blazejewski and Murray with 2024 Legislator of the Year Awards
The Mental Health Association of Rhode Island (MHARI) has selected House Majority Leader Christopher Blazejewski and Senate Deputy Majority Leader Melissa Murray as the winners of its 2024 Legislators of the Year awards. The awards were presented to Blazejewski and Murray during a ceremony at MHARI’s annual May is Mental Health Month kick-off event on […]
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Preview: Docket for Newport City Council’s Regular Meeting on May 8
Newport City Council will host a Regular City Council Meeting on Wednesday, May 8 at 6:30 pm. The meeting, which is open to the public, will take place in the City Council Chambers at Newport City Hall. Here’s a look at what’s on the docket; CITY OF NEWPORTDOCKET OF THE COUNCIL MEETINGMAY 8, 2024 THE […]
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Theatre By The Sea’s box office opens for 2024 season
Theatre By The Sea owner and producer Bill Hanney is thrilled to announce the opening of the box office for ticket sales for the 2024 Summer Season. Beginning on Friday, May 3 (online only) and Sunday, May 5 (in person) patrons may purchase tickets to Theatre By The Sea’s Monday Concerts and Events, the Children’s Festival, and any or all of the following four exciting musicals*: […]
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Bernhard Langer among 11 champions exempt for 44th U.S. Senior Open at Newport Country Club
Eleven champions, including two-time winner and defending champion Bernhard Langer, are among the 3,019 entries accepted by the United States Golf Association (USGA) for the44th U.S. Senior Open Championship. The U.S. Senior Open will be played for the first time at Newport (R.I.) Country Club, from June 27-30. This year’s entry total surpassed the 3,000 […]
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Newsletter: What’s Up in Newport – Thursday, May 2
This story was originally published as a What’sUpNewp newsletter. Sign up for our free newsletter to receive this post in your inbox every weekday morning! Good Thursday Morning, 💰 Leadership has benefits—at least regarding campaign finances in Rhode Island. WUN’s Frank Prosnitz has the story Campaign Finance: Leadership has its benefits. 👉 Newport Folk Festival announced yesterday that […]