The Middletown Prevention Coalition is hosting Middletown Wellness Month throughout March. This month is dedicated to getting people motivated to take steps to improve their overall health and well-being. The coalition is hosting a variety of activities and events to help individuals, families, and the community reach their health goals. Some of the highlights of […]
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Lucy’s Hearth launches 40th Anniversary logo redesign contest
Lucy’s Hearth, a leading 24-hour facility providing crucial programs and shelter services to children and families experiencing homelessness, today announced a logo design contest in celebration of its 40th anniversary. “This exciting competition invites the public to contribute their creativity and talent by designing graphic elements that will play a pivotal role in supporting Lucy’s […]
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Obituary: Matilda Woiler
Matilda “Mit/Mittie” Woiler passed away peacefully in Needham, MA on February 27, 2024, at the age of 96. Mit was born in Newport, RI, and was the daughter of the late Harry and Fannie (Israel) Nemtzow. Mit attended Newport schools and graduated from Rogers High School in 1945. After graduating from high school, Mit enrolled […]
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RIPEC analyzes Rhode Island’s tax climate, weighs in on tax proposals before the General Assembly
The Rhode Island Public Expenditure Council released today its analysis of Rhode Island’s business tax climate, finding that the state has improved its standing in the Tax Foundation’s Business Tax Climate Index from 42nd to 41st but still ranks in the bottom ten states. RIPEC’s brief also assesses potential tax law changes currently under consideration by the […]
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No. 5 Marquette trounces Providence 91-69 despite losing Kolek to oblique injury
By STEVE MEGARGEE AP Sports Writer MILWAUKEE (AP) — Marquette didn’t need Tyler Kolek down the stretch to breeze to its third straight blowout victory Wednesday night. Now the fifth-ranked Golden Eagles must hope they won’t be without the reigning Big East player of the year much longer. Kam Jones had 17 points to lead […]
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Middletown Town Council approves new initiative to keep the town clean
The Middletown Clean initiative, a new effort to keep the town clean, was approved by the Middletown Town Council Tuesday night. The initiative will focus on litter and other quality-of-life issues. The low-cost plan aims to positively impact the community through community cleanups, education, and other means. “Litter is one of those things that impacts […]
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Community College of Rhode Island Players to present “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest”
The Community College of Rhode Island Players will take audiences on a trip back to the year 1975 with the return of “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest.” The play, written by Ken Kesey, was adapted into the 1975 film starring Jack Nicholson and went on to win all five major Academy Awards the year […]
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Tiverton Library offers free meditation workshop
The Tiverton Public Library is hosting a free workshop on meditation for inner and outer peace in a chaotic world. The event is free and open to all ages on Wednesday, March 13, at 6:30 pm. The workshop is led by Dr. Alan Post, a chiropractor, author, and meditation teacher. The event is one of […]
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$376,754 winning Wild Money ticket sold at Island Food Mart in Middletown
According to the Rhode Island Lottery, a $376,754 Wild Money jackpot was hit with a winning ticket purchased at Island Food Mart, 356 West Main Rd., Middletown. The winning ticket matched all five numbers drawn: 2, 5, 15, 31, 32, and remains unclaimed. While waiting for the Wild Money winner to claim, a man from […]
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RI Craft Beer Week returns March 1 – 10
Returning for its third year, the statewide RI Craft Beer Week will take place March 1-10. A collection of events featuring special beer releases, food pairings, live music, games and entertainment awaits craft beer enthusiasts at brewery taprooms and select venues across Rhode Island. Brewery-goers that make a point of stamping their RI Brewery Passport […]
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URI Watershed Watch finds wet weather affected local water quality in 2023
In 2022, it was the summer’s intense heat that affected water quality in ponds, lakes, rivers and streams throughout Rhode Island, as well at sites in Connecticut, Massachusetts and New York. But 2023 was much wetter, causing more stormwater runoff and bacteria to enter the state and region’s bodies of water. In fact, the National […]
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Newport Pell Bridge lanes shifting next week
Drivers traveling on the Newport Pell Bridge will want to prepare for lane shifts next week as the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has announced upcoming changes to the traffic pattern at the Newport Pell Bridge plaza. Between March 5 and March 7, single lanes of traffic will be shifted from the westbound side […]
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‘Dune: Part 2’ will open at The JPT on its national release date
The Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center (The JPT) is bringing the much-awaited sequel to the 2021 sci-fi epic Dune to The JPT for a two-week run beginning its national release date, March 1. Dune: Part 2 is the first film in recent history to open at The JPT on its national release date. “We’re very […]
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Obituary: Arlene J. Shea
Arlene J. (Park) Shea, 80, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 24, 2024. A native Newporter, she was the daughter of the late Harlan and Florence (Sylvia) Park and wife to the late Dennis “Denny” Shea. Arlene is survived by her two daughters, Karen (Randy Pribbernow) and Christine (Todd Tesseo), grandchildren Marie, Claire, Quinn, and […]
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Newport Mansions selects Digital Kitchen to evolve and modernize visitor experience
Today, the Preservation Society of Newport County announced that it has chosen Digital Kitchen as its creative and experienced design partner following a competitive selection process. According to the Preservation Society of Newport County, the Los Angeles-based design studio will work with the Newport Mansions team to evolve and modernize the visitor experience with immersive […]
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Legislation seeks to protect patients from prior authorizations, used to limit health care
Sen. Linda Ujifusa and Rep. Teresa A. Tanzi are sponsoring legislation to require study and improved control of health insurers’ use of prior authorization to limit health care. A prior authorization (PA) is an approval from a health insurance plan that the insurer may require before it will cover a service or prescription. “Insurers claim […]
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Obituary: Joseph G. Silvia Jr.
Joseph George Silvia Jr. died peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family in Newport Rhode Island on February 26, 2024 the age of 92 of natural causes. Joseph was born in August of 1931 in Newport, Rhode Island to Joseph G. and Anna M. Silvia. He graduated from Roger’s High School in 1950 and […]
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Rhode Island lawmaker proposes tax to curb private equity home buying
A new tax on properties with more than $15 million in sales would discourage private equity groups from buying up homes, which would help first-time homebuyers, according to Rep. Brian Newberry. The Real Estate Conveyance Tax would levy a $6.90 tax for every $500 paid for a single-family home. The tax would apply to corporations […]
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Obituary: Andrew Simonetti
Andrew Simonetti, 77, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island died in his home on February 2, 2024. Andrew was born in Camogli, Liguria, Italy on March 29, 1946. He is preceded in death by his father Benjamin Simonetti and mother Clorinda (Magnasco) Simonetti of New York City. Andrew is survived by cousin Tiziana Barbagelata and her sons […]
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Budget, school construction, and attendance are all on the agenda for WUN’s conversation with Newport School Superintendent
While kids were on their winter break, Newport School Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain remained focused on a myriad of issues, including strategic planning, the budget, and Rogers High School construction. She joins WUN for her monthly videocast on Wednesday, February 28, at 1:30 p.m. to discuss these and other issues in Newport schools. These are […]
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Playful Milkdud seeks a loving, sweet forever home
Meet your new best friend, Milkdud – this week’s adoptable dog of the week! Milkdud is a one-year-old mixed breed and is available for adoption at the Potter League for Animals in Middletown. “This sweet boy loves the company of humans. He is so friendly to every person he meets and will give all of […]
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People’s Credit Union supports MLK Center with a donation
People’s Credit Union recently presented a check for $2,000 to the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center. The donation is aimed at supporting the essential work of the Center in nourishing, educating, and supporting people across Newport County. Sean Daly, Head of People’s Credit Union, and Courtney Hunter, Head of Community Development, handed over […]
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Obituary: James Hargrow
James Hargrow 62, of Newport, RI passed away peacefully on February 19, 2024 at Heathwood Nursing Home, James was born October 07, 1962 in Newport, RI, the son of late Barbara Jean Hargrow and the late James Hargrow. James attended the public schools of Newport and worked few years at the Navy Base and Shaw’s […]
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Rhode Island bill would prevent the state from implementing any mandatory vaccinations in the future
A bill has been submitted to the Rhode Island House of Represenatives that would prevent the state from implementing any mandatory vaccinations in the future, including COVID-19 vaccines. The legislation was introduced by Representative Robert Quattrocchi, a Republican who represents District 41 – Scituate, Cranston. “One of my immediate main concerns at the beginning of […]
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Middletown submits Stage II Application for new school, related work
Middletown has filed its Stage II application with the state Department of Education (RIDE) for a new middle-high school and related work. The news is the latest step the community must complete to build the 200,000-square-foot school on open property just north of the existing Gaudet Middle School. The close to 2,300-page Stage 2 document […]