Brett Goldstein has added a second show of his stand-up performance, “The Second Best Night of Your Life,” at the Providence Performing Arts Center. The 7 p.m. performance on Friday, March 29, 2024, was added due to overwhelming demand, according to PPAC. Goldstein is best known for his role as Roy Kent on the Apple […]
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RITBA waives fee for E-ZPass transponders, extends service hours
The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA) on Friday announced that it will waive the $10 fee for an E-ZPass transponder for new account holders, now through January 5, 2024. “We are working with every level of government to mitigate the impacts of the situation at the Washington Bridge. There are numerous legal, operational […]
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Newport Police hiring Police Officers
The City of Newport is currently accepting applications from people who want to become police officers. Those interested have until February 20, 2024, to apply. To qualify, you must be 21 years old by February 20, 2024, have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and be a U.S. citizen or be […]
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Discover Your Dream Home: Explore 31 open houses this weekend in Newport County
Looking for your dream home? Look no further! Newport County sellers are hosting a number of open houses this weekend, showcasing a wide variety of available properties. From historic homes to contemporary condominiums, there’s something for every need, taste, and lifestyle. Working with an experienced agent is always beneficial, and Tyler Bernadyn of RE/MAX RESULTS […]
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Weekend Weather Forecast: Rain, thunderstorms possible Sunday night
After a mostly sunny day on Saturday, rain, with thunderstorms also possible, is expected Sunday night, according to the National Weather Service. The weather service said skies will be partly sunny on Sunday with a high near 54 and a 60 percent chance of rain, mainly after 3 p.m., with new precipitation amounts of less […]
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Obituary: John L. “Jack” Sweeney
John L. “Jack” Sweeney, 88, of Newport, RI passed away December 7, 2023 in Newport. He was the husband of Lisa (Hoikala) Sweeney. Born October 14, 1935 in Roxbury, MA, he was the son of the late Lawrence T. Sweeney and Gertrude (McMorrow) Sweeney. Jack graduated from Bridgewater College with a bachelor’s degree and began […]
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Rhode Island Road Report: Dec. 16 – 23
Here are the weekly road construction reports from the Rhode Island Turnpike & Bridge Authority (RITBA) and Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT). All schedules are weather-dependent. Rhode Island Turnpike & Bridge Authority December 17 – 23, 2023 Newport Claiborne Pell BridgeUpcoming improvements in the roadway between the old toll plaza and the bridge which are […]
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Phase I restoration of Rough Point Museum awarded a 2023 AIA Honor & Design Citation for Historic Preservation
The Phase I restoration at Rough Point has been awarded a 2023 AIA Honor and Design Citation from the American Institute of Architects, Rhode Island. The nomination for the award was submitted by the architects and NRF’s partners on the project, DBVW Architects. One of only two citations given for Historic Preservation, the award recognizes […]
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Newport Restaurant Group to open Celeste in Narragansett in early 2024
Newport Restaurant Group (NRG) today announced the arrival of a new concept in early 2024: Celeste. Celeste will replace the current TRIO Kitchen + Bar space at 15 Kingstown Road in Narragansett. Inspired by coastal European cuisine, Celeste’s menu will feature raw bar offerings highlighted by a selection of crudo, an expanded pizza menu, shareable […]
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Stock the Box Fly Tying Expo coming to Newport
The Saltwater Edge, New England’s premier saltwater fishing retailer, announced today the Stock the Box Fly Tying Expo, a two-day event designed to unite local anglers and experts in the art of fly tying. The event will occur January 20-21, 2024, at the Newport Hotel & Marina in Newport, RI. This first-of-its-kind expo will allow […]
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Dr. Michael Fine: Who speaks for democracy now?
A demagogue and three syncopats walked into a bar… The fake news debacle of the last week, a week in which thousands of people died in Gaza, the West Bank and Ukraine, was the confrontation in Congress between Representative Elaine Stefanik and the presidents of Harvard, the University of Pennsylvania and MIT. Everyone knows what […]
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Obituary: Arthur Dennis
Mr. Arthur Cornelius Dennis, 81, of Newport, Rhode Island, passed away on December 8, 2023. Arthur was born in Newport, RI to Jesse Rudolphus and Anna Marie Dennis on October 14, 1942. Arthur married Judith DelRoss in Newport in December 1974. Arthur retired from Newport’s Naval Underwater Security Command (NUSC) where he was an Engineer. […]
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What’s Up in Newport: Friday, December 15
Good Morning! Today is Friday, December 15, 2023. The Rhode Island Department of Transportation opened two bypass lanes for I-195 West traffic from East Providence to Providence early this morning. This temporary traffic pattern will allow two lanes of travel westbound and two lanes of travel eastbound – all operating on the eastbound Washington Bridge. Read […]
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Celtics improve to 12-0 at home behind Jayson Tatum’s 27 points in 116-107 win over Cavs
By KEN POWTAK Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — Jayson Tatum scored 27 points, Jaylen Brown had 22 and the Boston Celtics beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 116-107 on Thursday night to improve to 12-0 at home. Facing the Cavaliers for the second consecutive game at TD Garden after a victory on Tuesday, Boston won for the […]
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E-scooter battery fire in Newport apartment prompts fire safety warning
A fire sparked by an e-scooter battery in a Newport apartment has prompted fire officials to warn of the risks of the increasingly popular devices. Newport Fire Deputy Chief Christopher Mariotti said the fire at Donovan Manor, which led to one resident being taken to hospital with difficulty breathing, underscored the need for people to […]
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RI delegation pushes for federal aid to small businesses hurt by Washington Bridge closure
With the Washington Bridge closure, the Rhode Island congressional delegation is pushing for small businesses hurt by the bridge’s closure to receive federal assistance. In a letter to the U.S. Small Business Administration, the delegation, made up of Sen. Jack Reed, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, Rep. Seth Magaziner and Rep. Gabe Amo, says the SBA should […]
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Eastern RI Conservation District : Top 8 environmental wins from 2023
By Eastern RI Conservation District 2023 – what a year it’s been! We here at Eastern Rhode Island Conservation District (ERICD) continue to be so thankful for our wonderful Rhode Island community, which supports our programming and allows us to grow every year. From our day-to-day conservation work with farmers to educating about soil health […]
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Cliff Walk now blooms with Maher Center creativity
Newport’s Cliff Walk Commission has partnered with The James L. Maher Center to create and sustain beautiful gardens at the entrance of the Cliff Walk’s famed Forty Steps. The site welcomes more than 1.3 million visitors annually. Maher Center team members Troy Reininger and Jack Cicchelli, along with talented gardeners from Newport in Bloom and […]
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Senator Euer among R.I. legislators at White House event to promote gun violence prevention legislation
Five Rhode Island legislators visited Washington, D.C., yesterday for a White House event to support state-level legislative efforts to prevent gun violence. Senate Judiciary Committee Chairwoman Dawn Euer, Rep. Justine A. Caldwell, Rep. Jason Knight, Sen. Pamela J. Lauria and Rep. Jennifer Boylan participated in the White House State Legislative Convening on Gun Violence Prevention, […]
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Obituary: Alicia H. Speaker
Bristol, RI -Alicia H Speaker, 102, of Bristol, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully at The Dawn Hill Home on November 30, 2023. She was the wife of John Speaker. Born in Providence, RI on June 2, 1921, She was the daughter of George and Mary (Carpenter) Henderson. Alicia grew up in Rumford, RI, graduating from […]
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DEM advises pet owners not to let their dogs mingle with other dogs until respiratory disease Is identified
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) advises Rhode Island dog owners not to let their pets mingle with other dogs until veterinarians and epidemiologists have identified an unknown but highly contagious respiratory disease that causes more severe illness and carries higher antibiotic resistance than typical respiratory infections. “Although hundreds of seemingly similar cases […]
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Rhode Island to get $56M from CVS, Walgreens, Walmart in opioid settlement
The Rhode Island Attorney General’s office has announced that the state will receive $56 million from CVS, Walgreens and Walmart as part of a multi-state legal settlement. The settlement, announced Thursday, is the latest development in a long-running legal process in which the state has been attempting to hold major pharmaceutical companies responsible for their […]
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Single-use plastic bag ban goes into effect in Rhode Island on Jan. 1
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is reminding residents that the ban on single-use plastic bags goes into effect on Jan. 1, 2024. The ban prohibits retail establishments, including grocery stores, pharmacies, and convenience stores, from providing single-use plastic bags to customers at the point of sale. Businesses are still able to provide […]
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Brett Goldstein of ‘Ted Lasso’ to perform in Providence
Brett Goldstein, star of the hit Apple TV+ comedy series “Ted Lasso,” will bring his stand-up tour to Providence. Goldstein will perform at the Providence Performing Arts Center on Thursday, March 28, 2024 at 8 p.m. Goldstein is not only an actor on the show, but a writer and co-executive producer as well. He has […]
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Jack Hughes scores in OT to give Devils a 2-1 win over Bruins
By TOM CANAVAN AP Sports Writer NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — When the New Jersey Devils head into overtime, Jack Hughes takes over. Hughes scored with 2:13 to play in overtime and the Devils rallied to beat the Boston Bruins 2-1 on Wednesday night despite an outstanding 34-save effort by Jeremy Swayman. The goal was Hughes’ […]