William S. Barrett, 71, of Middletown, RI, passed away at home on February 23, 2024. Born in Newport, RI, he was the son of the late Bernard and Elizabeth (Coffey) Barrett. William graduated from Southern Illinois University in 1975. He won the 1974 Illinois Intercollegiate Hammer Title which was unbeaten for more than ten years. […]
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Obituary: Stephen P. Fougere
Stephen P. Fougere, 94, of Newport, Rhode Island, died on February 23, 2024. He was the husband of Mary (Bottomley) Fougere. Born in Newport, RI on May 28, 1929, he was the son of the late Stephen and Mary (Cleary) Fougere. Stephen grew up working with his father on their commercial fishing vessel, and thus […]
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Gerry Goldstein: When salesmanship founders
TV commercials during the Super Bowl earlier this month continued to attract nearly as much attention as the game itself, and one of the most popular of the entries had an unintentional local flavor. The ad, featuring heavily-accented Arnold Schwarzenegger, was built around the actor’s inability (like many a Rhode Islander) to pronounce that final […]
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Obituary: Elaine N. Mayer
Elaine N. Mayer passed away peacefully on 22 February 2024 in Newport Hospital. She was the wife of the late John R. Mayer, Retired United States Navy Senior Chief. Born in Wildwood, New Jersey, in 1930, she was the daughter of the late Ernst Max Winzler of Berlin, Germany, and Bertha Mae who was of […]
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Newport’s Puddingstone events are a triumphant celebration of the arts
Story by Ruthie Wood, photos by Jack Casey Newport has a secret society dedicated to celebrating the arts. Or at least, that’s how it feels considering how few people discuss the elite monthly artistic showings that occur in various locations around Aquidneck Island, despite the fact there was quite a gathering at the presentation at […]
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Stained glass window showing dark-skinned Jesus Christ heading to Memphis museum
WARREN, R.I. (AP) — A nearly 150-year-old stained-glass church window in Rhode Island that depicts a dark-skinned Jesus Christ interacting with women in New Testament scenes — known to many as the “Black Gospel Window” — has found a new home at a museum in Tennessee. The window was installed in 1878 at the now-closed […]
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Newport Weekend Weather: Chance of rain, sunshine, and clouds
The weather forecast for Newport this weekend includes the possibility of rain, Sunday sunshine, and cloudy skies. According to the latest National Weather Service forecast, rain is likely in Newport before midnight on Friday night, with accumulations of less than a tenth of an inch possible. The forecast calls for a low of around 34 […]
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Road Report: Schedule of lane closures and road construction projects (Feb. 24 – March 2)
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 February 25 – March 2, 2024 Newport Claiborne Pell BridgeUpcoming improvements in the roadway between the […]
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Senator Jack Reed visits Ukraine amid escalating conflict, discusses aid and defense efforts
Senator Jack Reed visited Ukraine on Friday, where he met with President Zelenskyy and other key Ukrainian leaders amid the escalating conflict. The trip, which included democratic senators, comes after the Senate passed a bipartisan bill that would provide Ukraine with essential aid, including weapons and ammunition. During the trip, Senator Reed and the other […]
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Tiverton Public Library Announces March Events for Adults
The Tiverton Public Library has announced a series of events for adults in March, featuring a variety of opportunities for creativity and self-expression. One-on-one tech help is available to everyone, regardless of skill level, by calling 401-625-6796 ext. 8 or visiting the library’s website. This free service is available for those seeking help with various […]
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Obituary: Ellen K. Anagnostos
Newport, RI – Ellen K. Anagnostos, 89, of Middletown, Rhode Island, died on February 22, 2024. She was the wife of the late George Anagnostos. Born in Goffstown, NH, on August 26, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Stergios and Athanasia (Athas) Kasiaras. She was raised in Manchester, NH, with her 7 siblings. […]
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On The Market: An inside look at this weekend’s Open Houses in Newport County (Feb. 24 – 25)
Whether you’re a first-time buyer or looking to upgrade your living space, public Open Houses allow you to look at homes currently listed for sale in your local area. From charming starter homes to luxury single families, this weekend’s open houses showcase a diverse range of options to suit every lifestyle. Inventory still remains extremely […]
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Wind farm off the Massachusetts coast begins delivering steady flow of power
By STEVE LeBLANC Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — Vineyard Wind, the wind farm under construction off the coast of Massachusetts, has begun delivering energy to the power grid from five of its planned 62 wind turbines, company and state officials said Thursday. The five turbines are operating at full capacity, generating 68 megawatts of power […]
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RIPTA raises bus driver wages to $25.33 per Hour
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) voted to raise the starting wage for bus drivers from $21.71 to $25.33 per hour, effective immediately. The change also includes a $1.00 increase for top-paid drivers, other than van operators. The new wages take effect this week. The union representing 488 drivers also includes paratransit drivers. “This […]
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BankNewport celebrates the opening of the MLK Center’s newly renovated community center and food pantry
The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its newly renovated facility at 20 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Boulevard in Newport, RI, marking the culmination of 13 months of construction. This significant milestone not only honors the legacy of Dr. King, but also signifies the commencement of the “Great Program Migration,” welcoming […]
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JPT to host local film premiere of ‘Hundreds of Beavers’
The Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center (The JPT) hosts the local film premiere of Hundreds of Beavers this Saturday, February 24, at 9 PM. Hundreds of Beavers is deemed one of the must-see independent films of 2024, earning itself an ever-so-rare 100% Rotten Tomatoes score. “The JPT is committed to bringing films and events to our local […]
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Dr. Michael Fine: What’s Crazy About Health Care and Pet Supplies
Pet food? Health care and pet food? No, dear reader, Dr Fine hasn’t gone crazy. There really is a link. In the Wall Street Journal of February 10, the distinguished long-time Wall Street Journal columnist Holman Jenkins, who was arguing for desperately needed military aid to Ukraine, claimed that by spending an extra $35 billion, Russia was trying […]
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Social Enterprise Greenhouse appoints two new board members
Social Enterprise Greenhouse (SEG) has appointed two new members to its Board of Directors, former SEG CEO Jim Cohill and Kelly(Ramirez) Stone, who were previously active members of the organization’s leadership team. Cohill is a Director of Business Banking for New England at Citizens and has served as a member of SEG’s Loan Committee since […]
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Letter: Grassroots efforts can lead to change
Grassroots efforts can lead to change. They can educate the public on important Town issues and ensure that those who are supposed to represent us hear our voices and desires. The Portsmouth Town Council has recently heard three key issues. Although the decisions reached by them could not satisfy both sides, it was apparent that […]
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What’s On The Docket: Newport City Council meeting on Feb. 28
Newport City Council will host a Regular Council Meeting on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at 6:30 pm. The meeting, which is open to the public, will be held in the Council Chambers at Newport City Hall. Here’s a look at what’s on the docket; CITY OF NEWPORT DOCKET FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY […]
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Middletown Public Library to host College Planning Information Session
The Middletown Public Library will host Donna Cournoyer, a college planning advisor, at 5:30 p on March 14, 2024, for an information session to help local students prepare for college. The event, which is free and open to all, will cover financial aid, admission preparation, merit scholarships, and more. Cournoyer will be discussing Financial Aid, […]
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Newport Sings Youth Chorus offers free after-school chorus program for students in grades 1-6
It’s time to sing! The Newport Sings Youth Chorus program offers a free seven-week after-school chorus program for grades 1-6 students. The program is open to all students and includes various music, soulful tunes, and lively Jamaican beats. The Newport Sings Chorus program is divided into two age groups: Prep Chorus for students in grades […]
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Obituary: Donald ‘Ducky’ Brosseau
Portsmouth, RI -Donald A. “Ducky” Brosseau, 69, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, died on February 11, 2024. Born in Fall River, MA on May 6, 1954, He was the son of the late Joseph Brosseau Sr. and Bella (Lavertue) Brosseau. Ducky graduated from Portsmouth High School and began his career in construction right away and worked […]
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Obituary: Margaret “Peggy” Phelps
Margaret “Peggy” Phelps of Newport passed away on February 11, 2024 in Satellite Beach, Florida surrounded by family and friends. Born June 17, 1940 to Louis F. Faerber and Dorothy (Kaull) Faerber. Peggy graduated from St. Catherine’s Academy in 1958 and went to work for the family business at the Coca-Cola Bottling Company in Newport […]
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Obituary: Lynn Kyde Nicoletta
Lynn K. Nicoletta, 77, of Newport, RI and formerly of Long Island, New York, passed away February 3, 2024. Lynn K. Nicoletta was born on September 28, 1946, in Long Island, New York, to Eleanor and Richard Kyde. As an only child, she grew up Huntington, Long Island. After graduating from Wheaton College in 1967 […]