JAMESTOWN, RI—Family, friends, clients and colleagues mourn the passing of Attorney Kenneth G Littman of Fall River and Jamestown RI, who died peacefully on February 15th, 2024 surrounded by loving family. He was a good man who will be missed by all who knew him. Ken was born in Fall River to Phyllis (Nerenberg) and […]
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Obituary: Blair M. Behan
Blair Millicent Brigid Behan passed suddenly February 13, 2024 at her home in Rumford. Blair was born to David and Debbie on October 6, 1988. Granddaughter to the late Mike and Helen Behan of Newport and the late Millicent and Arthur Duggan of Tiverton. Blair lived with her parents in Tiverton until 2019 then gained […]
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Home on Sachuest Drive in Middletown sells for $3.6 million
Hogan Associates Christie’s International Real Estate announces the February 16, 2024 sale of 17 Sachuest Drive, Middletown, R.I. Built by Newport Builders, this impressive new construction home is nestled between 8.6 acres of conservation land with spanning views across Paradise Valley to St George’s School. The property sold for $3,640,000. Matt Hadfield of Hogan Associates | Christie’s […]
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On The Market:Â An inside look at this weekend’s open houses in Newport County Feb. 17 – 18
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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Gilded Age Newport in Color exhibition to open at Rosecliff
A new exhibition at Rosecliff will tell the story of the African heritage community in Newport during the Gilded Age Newport in Color. The exhibition, titled Gilded Age Newport in Color, was announced on Thursday, and it will tell the story of how African heritage families lived in Newport during the late 19th century and […]
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Community members invited to donate to annual food drive for Newport’s Martin Luther King Community Center
A third annual food drive to benefit the Martin Luther King Community Center in Newport is underway, and organizers are hoping to raise more than 3,000 pounds of food for the nonprofit that serves more than a million meals to Newport County residents throughout the year. The drive, which is sponsored by Jeff Brooks of […]
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Eastern Rhode Island Conservation District Seeks Applicants for 2024 Community Gardener Grant Program
The Eastern Rhode Island Conservation District (ERICD) is seeking applicants for the 2024 Community Gardener Grant Program. The program funds organizations in urban, suburban, and rural areas to install and maintain community gardens or high tunnels. Grants are available in amounts of $3,000 to $10,000, and funding can be used for a variety of purposes, […]
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Newport wants your input on next City Manager
Newport officials are seeking public input on the City’s next City Manager as part of a nationwide search for a new leader for the city. The City of Newport has released an online survey to help inform the hiring process. Residents, business owners and other interested parties can share their priorities for the next City […]
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The Jane Pickens Theater screening Oscar-Nominated Short Films; Live Action and AnimationÂ
The Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center (The JPT) is providing guests with the unique opportunity to watch the 2024 Oscar-nominated short films in Live Action and Animation from February 16 – February 22. The JPT has made it a tradition to screen Oscar-nominated shorts films ahead of the Academy Awards, providing guests with an […]
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Obituary: Joseph F. McEnness
Joseph F. McEnness, 94 of Newport, RI passed away Saturday, February 10, 2024 in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. Beloved husband, father and grandfather, Joe was born in Skaneateles, NY in 1929 to Joseph A. McEnness and Agnes O’Connor. He is survived by his children, Pamela McEnness Giannini and Joseph F. McEnness Jr., grandchildren Kyera Giannini […]
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7th Annual Newport Burger Bender is back and introducing the new Burger Bender Hall of Fame
The Classic Coast will once again play host to the biggest burger contest in the region with the return of the 7th Annual Newport Burger Bender, taking place February 16 – 25, 2024. The ten day battle of the burgers showcases the wildest, most creative burgers from over 50 restaurants throughout Newport and Bristol Counties. Featuring […]
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Rhode Island League of Cities and Towns hires new staffers to advocate for municipal governments
The Rhode Island League of Cities and Towns has hired two new staffers to help advocate for municipal governments across the state. David Bodah and Charles Donovan Jr. will lead the league’s legislative advocacy efforts. Bodah, associate director, has more than 30 years of experience working for nonprofit organizations and has served in senior leadership […]
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International Tennis Hall of Fame announces 2024 Hall of Fame Weekend Packages
The International Tennis Hall of Fame (ITHF) is gearing up for Hall of Fame Weekend on July 19-21, 2024 in Newport, R.I. The weekend will celebrate the Class of 2024, which includes Vijay Amritraj, Richard Evans, and Leander Paes. Three different package options are now available for purchase, and fans can choose from a full […]
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Rhode Island House of Representatives approves legislation to boost housing production with accessory dwelling units
The Rhode Island House of Representatives has approved legislation that would allow homeowners to build accessory dwelling units (ADUs) on their property, in an effort to boost housing production and address the state’s housing crisis. “One of the drivers of our housing crisis is the low construction rate in Rhode Island. Our state has the […]
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Newport Rotary Club to celebrate 100th Anniversary
The Newport Rotary Club will celebrate its 100th anniversary on Friday, March 8, with a ceremony at the Wyndham Resort in Middletown. The entire community, including current and past members, their families, and friends are invited to attend the event, which will feature dinner, fellowship, and a short presentation. The Newport Rotary Club was founded […]
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Newport Winter Festival returns with over 150 events from February 16-25
Newport Winter Festival is just around the corner! This ten-day event runs from February 16-25, 2024, and is packed with over 150 events showcasing the best of food, music, and fun for all ages. Some of the featured events include The Eagles Experience, The 27th Annual Chili Cook-Off, Jimmy Buffett Tribute by Changes in Latitudes, […]
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It’s time for Northeast to prep for floods like those that hit this winter. Climate change is why
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — After back-to-back storms lashed the Northeast in January, rental properties Haim Levy owns in coastal Hampton, New Hampshire, were hammered by nearly two feet of water, resulting in hundreds of thousands of dollars in damage and causing him to evacuate tenants to safer ground. “Put them in hotels and everything. So it […]
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Narragansett Bay Symphony Community Orchestra to present Winter Concert featuring guest Violinist Sophia Szokolay
The Narragansett Bay Symphony Community Orchestra (NABSCO) will present their winter concert on Sunday, March 3, 2024, at 3 p.m. at East Providence High School. The concert will include a number of major pieces, including Scott Joplin’s “Treemonisha Overture,” Felix Mendelssohn’s ” Violin Concerto in E minor,” and Johannes Brahms’ “Symphony No. 4 in E […]
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Social Enterprise Greenhouse is accepting applications for 2024 programs
The Social Enterprise Greenhouse (SEG) is now accepting applications for its 2024 programs, which provide mentorship, education, and networking opportunities for entrepreneurs working to launch and grow their social enterprises. The two programs, the Incubator and the Impact Accelerator, are designed to help entrepreneurs at all stages of development achieve their goals through a combination […]
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MLK Center to open two public tours of newly renovated building
The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center is now open to the public. After 13 months of construction, the community center officially opened on January 15, 2024. The center is offering two public tours to the community. A morning tour and a late afternoon tour will be available. Both tours are free, but registration […]
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Middletown Public Library hosts monthly Cook the Book Club
The Middletown Public Library has announced that it will host the monthly Cook the Book Club on February 15. This event is free and open to all ages. The monthly Cook the Book Club brings together participants to discuss and enjoy a shared meal based on a monthly theme. Each month, a different theme is […]
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19 Black historical figures you probably didn’t learn about in class
For many years, school curricula have limited their scope to the same Black figures throughout history. While lectures on the legacies of Martin Luther King Jr., Rosa Parks, and Harriet Tubman are all important, some educators (and their students) are eager to learn more about underrepresented trailblazers like Lewis Latimer, Marsha P. Johnson, and Max Robinson. […]
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Plant City X closing its Middletown location, moving to Barrington
Plant City X announced today that it would soon close its location at 619 West Main Road in Middletown. “On behalf of the entire Plant City X team, thank you Aquidneck Island for the support, love, and community over the past 3 years,” Plant City X shared on its Facebook page.” You have taught us […]
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Brief lockdown at Gaudet Middle School on Monday after a suspicious vehicle, death investigation
A suspicious vehicle incident led to a lockdown at Gaudet Middle School in Middletown on Monday, February 12, 2024, but police said there was no threat to the school or its occupants. According to police, Middletown police and fire personnel responded to the school at about 7:50 a.m. on Monday for a report of a […]
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Obituary: Josephine G. Sleeper
Josephine G. (Ripa) Sleeper, 83, of Newport, RI passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 8, 2024 with family by her side at the HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center in Providence, RI. She was the beloved wife of the late John S. Sleeper, Sr. Josie was born in Newport, Rhode Island on April 17, 1940. She was […]