After a 704-nautical mile race from Charleston to Newport it was mere minutes separating first and second place. The Italian/French duo of Alberto Riva and Jean Mare on Acrobatica captured line honors when they crossed the finish line at 07:46:16 a.m. EST in heavy fog. Their cumulative time of 67:46:16 (2 days, 19 hours, 46 minutes, 16 seconds) […]
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54 Newport County residents earn diplomas from Salve Regina University
Salve Regina University President Kelli Armstrong conferred 503 bachelor’s degrees, 271 master’s degrees, and 22 doctoral degrees to members of the Class of 2024 during the school’s 74th Commencement. In total, this year’s graduating class was the University’s largest ever at 823. The following Newport County residents earned degrees from the school; James Arcoleo of […]
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Two lawmakers propose legislation to prevent hidden charges on purchases
A package of bills introduced by two Rhode Island lawmakers would prohibit businesses from imposing hidden fees on customers, a common practice that consumer advocates say is deceptive and harmful to consumers. The legislation, spearheaded by state Sen. Linda Ujifusa (D-Dist. 11) and state Rep. K. Joseph Shekarchi (D-Dist. 23), would make it a deceptive […]
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Environmental study allows Gulf of Maine offshore wind research lease to advance
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management completed an environmental review that will allow a Gulf of Maine offshore wind research lease to move forward with further work including a power-purchase agreement, officials said Tuesday. The state of Maine has proposed putting 12 offshore wind turbines producing 144 megawatts of electricity atop University […]
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Middletown Town Council asks state to look at speed limit on East Main Road
Middletown isn’t giving up on making East Main Road safer. After reluctancy to ask the state to implement a “road diet” on the northern section of the heavily travelled thoroughfare, Town Councilor Peter Connerton recently put forward a new suggestion — to lower the speed limit to 25 mph. Under the idea, Connerton asked town […]
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Op-Ed by Rep. Lauren Carson: Rhode Island needs plan for coming silver tsunami
This week, next year’s state budget is being hammered out by the House Finance Committee with the expectation of a vote very soon. I have been working hard this year to see that it contains funding to plan proactively for a seismic shift that we can clearly see coming: a rapid increase in the number […]
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Hollywood movies rarely reflect climate change crisis. These researchers want to change that
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — Aquaman might not mind if the oceans rise, but moviegoers might. That’s one of the takeaways from a new study conducted by researchers who set out to determine if today’s Hollywood blockbusters are reflective of the current climate crisis. The vast majority of movies failed the “climate reality check” proposed by the […]
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Rhode Island College appoints first Cybersecurity Institute Director
The Institute for Cybersecurity and Emerging Technologies at Rhode Island College has appointed Douglas Alexander as its new director. He brings more than 40 years of experience in a variety of roles across the public and private sectors. Alexander has served as the director of community engagement and government relations at OSHEAN, Rhode Island’s non-profit […]
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Rhode Island Students will take the stage at PPAC
On June 3, 2024, 159 elementary school students from three Rhode Island elementary schools will have the opportunity to sing, dance and act on the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) stage. This exciting event is possible through the collaboration of the Providence Performing Arts Center and Disney Theatrical Group. The program that is given the […]
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What Sold: A look at 17 home sales across Newport County (May 20 – 24)
In Newport County’s real estate market, a prevailing trend of limited inventory has created a challenging landscape for house hunters. As the Summer market gains momentum and a larger pool of qualified purchasers, active buyers face a significant scarcity of available properties, making the search for the ideal home a formidable task. Properties that are […]
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Gerry Goldstein: A protest derailed, in different times
The recent demonstrations on college campuses produced varying opinions on how administrators can respect freedom of speech while keeping protesters from trampling the rights of others. The issue was more straightforward decades ago, when as a crusading student newspaper editor I tested the waters of protest at our state university in Kingston. It did not […]
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Celtics rally late again to close out Pacers for 4-0 sweep in Eastern Conference finals
By MICHAEL MAROT AP Sports Writer INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Derrick White stood stoically at midcourt as his teammates celebrated Monday night. He saw Jayson Tatum toss the ball high into the air, Al Horford run toward the coaching staff and looking for his son long before Jaylen Brown hoisted the Eastern Conference finals MVP trophy. Even […]
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What’s in Season: Memorial Day at Fishermen’s Memorial Farmer’s Market offers bee-utiful bounty
Memorial Day weekend is here, and for many, the long weekend is the first opportunity to kick-off the summer block party season. Outdoor cooking, cornhole, drinks, and friends are all on the menu for a fabulous time. For quick bites that appeal to all ages and tastes, something sweet and versatile should make an appearance […]
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Portsmouth Abbey hosts 94th Commencement
The clouds cleared and the sun shone brightly as faculty, staff and members of the Portsmouth Abbey Class of 2024 walked across the Holy Lawn at the onset of the school’s 94th Commencement on Sunday, May 26. The Right Reverend Michael G. Brunner O.S.B. offered the Invocation and Head of School Matt Walter delivered the […]
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Memorial Day ceremony honors NUWC Division Newport employees who made the ultimate sacrifice
By NUWC Division Newport Public Affairs NEWPORT, R.I. – Petty Officer 1st Class Larry W. Fletcher enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1967 before joining the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport, then known as the Naval Underwater Systems Center, in 1985 as a member of the Range Support Office. Three years later, on Jan. […]
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Special screening of “Arthur the King” to be held at The JPT for The Potter League for Animals
The Potter League for Animals is excited to announce a special event at The JPT Film + Event Center. On June 1st, 2024, the Potter League for Animals invites the public to an unforgettable evening featuring a screening of the film Arthur the King. This event is generously funded by Beau Tyler & The Sly Dog Co., […]
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Brown University president’s commencement speech briefly interrupted by protesters
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Protesters briefly disrupted an outdoor commencement address given by Brown University’s president on Sunday. Shortly after Christina Paxson began, her speech was interrupted for several minutes by shouting as she told the graduates, “I would really like to give you your degrees.” She eventually resumed with some people continuing to shout. […]
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Jrue Holiday’s finishing flurry helps Celtics beat Pacers 114-111 for 3-0 lead in East finals
By MICHAEL MAROT AP Sports Writer INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Jrue Holiday didn’t feel well all day. He even missed the team’s morning shootaround. When it mattered most, though, the Celtics guard looked just fine. Holiday converted a three-point play with 38.9 seconds left to give Boston its first lead in nearly 36 minutes, followed that with […]
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Joey Ortiz’s 2-run double caps big 3rd, Brewers beat Boston 6-3 after holding Sox hitless through 6
By KEN POWTAK Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — Joey Ortiz hit a two-run double to cap a five-run third inning and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Boston Red Sox 6-3 on Saturday. Brice Turang added a solo homer for the Brewers, who beat the Red Sox for the second straight day in their three-game series. […]
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No. 8 Seahawks advance to NCAA DIII College World Series with 14-12 win over No. 9 Sea Gulls
SALISBURY, Md. (Saturday, May 25, 2024) — No 8 Salve Regina University baseball advances to the NCAA DIII College World Series for the first time in program history after defeating the Salisbury University Sea Gulls 14-12 in game two of the best-of-three Super Regional. On Friday, May 24, the Seahawks beat the Sea Gulls 9-8 after gaining an […]
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Mission takes top honors on ‘Best Bite In Town’
Newport was the focus of “Best Bite In Town” on the Food Network on Friday night. For the show, Executive Producer Guy Fieri called upon his pal Noah Cappe to help find the “Best Bite In Town” in this new Food Network series, which premiered on Friday, April 12. In each episode of “Best Bite […]
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Memorial Day Weekend Weather Forecast: Mostly sunny throughout weekend, chance of rain on Monday
The National Weather Service has released its weather forecast for Memorial Day weekend, which includes a chance of rain. According to the forecast, Saturday will be sunny with a high near 69 degrees F. Later in the day, northeast winds are expected to reach 5-10 mph. Saturday night will be mostly cloudy weather, with a […]
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Newport Playhouse brings The Cemetery Club to the stage this summer
The Newport Playhouse and Cabaret Restaurant Event Center is back with The Cemetery Club this summer. The show follows three Jewish widows as they visit their husbands’ graves. The cast is made up of Ida, Lucille, and Doris. Ida is a sweet-tempered woman who is ready to begin a new life. Lucille is a feisty […]
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Amo and Magaziner introduce bipartisan legislation to honor the First Rhode Island Regiment with the Congressional Gold Medal
Today, in advance of Memorial Day Weekend, Congressman Gabe Amo (RI-01) and Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) and 18 Members of Congress introduced bipartisan legislation to recognize America’s first integrated military unit — the First Rhode Island Regiment — by posthumously awarding its members with the Congressional Gold Medal. The bill would bestow this long-overdue honor […]