FRANCONIA, N.H. (AP) — Thousands of visitors to northern New England communities in the path of the total solar eclipse were told to pack their patience for the trip. In some areas, they needed it for up to 12 hours after the event started, inching their way back home on packed interstates and secondary roads. In New […]
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RIPTA wants customers’ feedback on their transit experience
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) wants to hear from customers about their experience with the agency. This is the twelfth annual Customer Satisfaction Survey that RIPTA is conducting. “We strongly encourage both frequent and infrequent riders to participate in the survey,” said Cristy Raposo Perry, Director of Communications and Public Outreach. “It will […]
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Bryant University confers honorary degrees, names commencement speakers
The Class of 2024 at Bryant University will receive their diplomas on May 18 during a commencement ceremony that will feature honorary degree recipients. Karen S. Lynch, President and CEO of CVS Health, will receive an Honorary Doctor of Business Administration and give the undergraduate commencement address. African philanthropist, social entrepreneur, and champion for gender […]
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Comic – Sour Grapes: Loofa
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” about “Aesop”, a miserable-flying dog, living in a strange, problematic and troubled world along with his odd family and pet cloud, ‘Ominous’. Originally from Attleboro, Massachusetts, Tim lives with his wife and […]
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Ranking: Best counties to live in Rhode Island
More counties in the United States experienced population growth in the last year, according to the latest Census data, even as pandemic-related moving trends begin to normalize. Counties in the South continued to experience growth, particularly in Florida, where 96% of its 67 counties gained new residents. Polk County, Florida, a suburb of Orlando, added […]
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Obituary: Helen “Betsy” (Andrews) Jauss
Helen “Betsy” (Andrews) Jauss, 91, of Newport, RI, passed away with her family by her side on April 4, 2024, in the St. Clare Home in Newport. She was the wife of the late Captain Charles Walter Jauss, USN, (Ret.) for 58 years. Born in Buffalo, NY, she was the daughter of the late Raynal […]
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Reed, Whitehouse & Amo deliver over $16 million to strengthen & repair Newport’s iconic Cliff Walk
Today, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressmen Gabe Amo announced that Rhode Island has been allocated over $16 million in federal funds to help strengthen one of Rhode Island’s top tourist attractions: the iconic Newport Cliff Walk. Drawing over 1 million visitors annually, the free trail hugs the craggy coastline, overlooking the ocean on […]
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Dr. Michael Fine: What’s crazy about health care and private equity
There is lots of talk about health care and private equity lately, and the truth is worse than anyone knows. Too many greedy and unscrupulous people use the equity markets to make ungodly profits for themselves by using a legal process to extract wealth from governments, communities, and even from insurance companies, usually by buying […]
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Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island seeks nonprofit partners for 2024 Blue across Rhode Island Day of Service
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island (BCBSRI) is seeking nonprofit organizations that want to participate in the companywide day of service program, Blue across Rhode Island, on Friday, September 13, 2024. The program is an opportunity for BCBSRI employees to use their company resources to support community projects that are aimed at improving […]
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Red Sox surpass early expectations with 7-3 trip to start the season
By JOE REEDY AP Sports Writer ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Throughout spring training, Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora emphasized getting off to a strong start despite a 10-game road trip opening the season. With Sunday’s 12-2 victory over the Los Angeles Angels, Cora can say his team surpassed expectations. The Red Sox return home with […]
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Adoptable Cat of the Week: Sweet Moon is full of play and cuddles
Meet your new best friend, Moon – this week’s adoptable cate of the week! Available for adoption at the Potter League for Animals in Middletown, Moon is a six-year-old male domestic shorthair. “This sweet young cat is looking to find a home full of lots of playtime, cuddles, and plenty of naps! Just add some […]
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Governor McKee seeks extension of Hope Scholarship program at Rhode Island College
Gov. Dan McKee has filed a budget amendment to extend Rhode Island College’s (RIC) Hope Scholarship program for an additional two years. The Hope Scholarship program provides funding to eligible in-state students to help them pay for tuition and fees during their junior and senior years at RIC. “Supporting students and giving them the financial […]
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Jay Sullivan, author of ‘The New Nimble: Leading in the Age of Change’, will speak at the Redwood Library on April 10
Salve Regina University trustee, Jay Sullivan, author of “The New Nimble: Leading in the Age of Change,”will speak at the Redwood Library Wednesday, April 10 at 6 p.m. Sullivan, who has deep Newport roots, has spent his career listening to and learning from leaders in a wide spectrum of industries. The New Nimble, his third book, profiles how senior professionals […]
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Providence man sentenced to life in prison for murder at cigar bar
A Providence man has been sentenced to life in prison, with 60 years tacked on for the added charge of conspiracy to carry a pistol without a license, after getting convicted of murder for a 2022 shooting at a Pawtucket cigar bar. Trequan Baker, 31, was found guilty of shooting and killing 36-year-old Qudus Kafo […]
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McKee administration awards $204,000 in grants to 21 community-based organizations for Medicaid renewal outreach
The McKee Administration announced Monday that it has awarded $204,000 in grants to 21 community-based organizations that will assist with Medicaid renewal outreach. The grants are part of a $288,000 program launched by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services to help ensure that all Medicaid recipients are eligible to continue receiving coverage. “We […]
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What Sold: Take a look at the 10 homes that exchanged hands last week in Newport County
The real estate market in Newport County has seen increased interest as we move closer to the peak Spring and Summer markets, driven by limited inventory that has placed listings in competitive situations, often with multiple buyer parties vying for the same properties. Last week’s 10 home sales exemplify the dynamic nature of this market, […]
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Looking to photograph a solar eclipse with your smartphone? Try these features and think about creative angles
Douglas Goodwin, Scripps College As the Moon casts its shadow across the Earth during the upcoming solar eclipse, cameras of all kinds will turn skyward. While professional photographers with specialized equipment will aim to capture the perfect shot, others will reach for their smartphones to immortalize this moment. While smartphone cameras can’t take a great […]
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The Professional Choristers of The Choir School of Newport County & St. George’s Chapel Choir will present an ‘Earth Day Concert’
On Sunday, April 21, 2024, at 3:00 p.m., The Professional Choristers of The Choir School of Newport County & St. George’s Chapel Choir and St. George’s School Chapel Choir, with community guest singers and instrumentalists, present an EARTH DAY CONCERT. Included are Missa Gaia (Earth Mass) by Paul Winter; Shenandoah; In My Life by The Beatles; […]
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Angels score 2 on Devers’ error at third, and Boston’s 5-game winning streak ends with a 2-1 defeat
By GREG BEACHAM AP Sports Writer ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Rafael Devers’ error at third base allowed the Angels to score two runs in the sixth inning, and Los Angeles snapped a five-game winning streak by the Boston Red Sox with a 2-1 victory Saturday night. Reid Detmers (2-0) matched his career high with 12 […]
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Rhode Island FC battles to scoreless draw with Charleston Battery
Rhode Island FC returned home for the first of its two-match homestretch as the club drew 0-0 against Charleston Battery on a rainy Saturday night at Beirne Stadium. Man of the Match Jackson Lee played an important role in the hard-fought draw, collecting six saves on the way to the first clean sheet in RIFC history, and […]
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Tourism forecast – ‘reasons to be optimistic’
With airlines struggling, a world in chaos, and consumers cautious about spending in a presidential election year, you might think that would project a bleak outlook for the upcoming tourism season. But to the contrary. Evan Smith, President and CEO of Discover Newport, says those factors leave him with “a lot of reasons to be […]
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Road Report: Schedule of lane closures and road construction projects (April 6 – 13)
The following road and lane closure notices have been scheduled by the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) and Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA). All schedules are weather-dependent and subject to change. RITBA Weekly Lane Closure Updates April 7 – 13, 2024 Newport Claiborne Pell BridgeUpcoming improvements in the roadway between the old […]
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Recap: This week at the Rhode Island General Assembly
Here are the highlights from news and events in the General Assembly this week. For more information on any of these items, visit http://www.rilegislature.gov/pressrelease House OKs McNamara bill to re-establish academy to assist parenting teensThe House of Representatives has approved legislation (2024-H 7560) introduced byRep. Joseph M. McNamara (D-Dist. 19, Warwick, Cranston) that would re-establishthe […]
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Arts Around The Fire will feature two speakers from the Newport Art Museum on April 17
The Arts and Cultural Alliance of Newport County’s next networking event, Arts Around the Fire, will be held on Wednesday, April 17, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Stoneacre Brasserie, 28 Washington Square, in Newport. This free event is open to the public and requires no reservations. The Alliance’s guests will be Danielle Ogden and Emeline McKeown, both from the […]
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What causes earthquakes in the Northeast, like the magnitude 4.8 that shook New Jersey? A geoscientist explains
Gary Solar, Buffalo State, The State University of New York It’s rare to feel earthquakes in the U.S. Northeast, so the magnitude 4.8 earthquake in New Jersey that shook buildings in New York City and was felt from Maryland to Boston on April 5, 2024, drew a lot of questions. It was one of the […]