Without much fanfare, print newspapering in Rhode Island suffered some body blows recently, and though my view on this surely dates me, I grieve the situation. In August, two community weeklies, the Chariho Times in South County and the Coventry Courier, shut down. Now, two daily newspapers that have served the Blackstone Valley since the 19th Century, the Woonsocket Call and […]
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Wounded Warrior Project spokesman shares the power of healing through music with NUWC Division Newport workforce
By NUWC Division Newport Public Affairs NEWPORT, R.I. – “Headin’ down south to the land of the pines, I’m thumbin’ my way into North Caroline…” sang Sal Gonzalez, who began a presentation at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division (NUWC) Newport by reciting a few verses of country star Darius Rucker’s “Wagon Wheel.” Gonzalez, a spokesman for […]
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Choral Collective of Newport County will present its annual Winter Concert on December 9
The Choral Collective of Newport County will present its annual Winter Concert on Saturday, December 9 at 4:00 pm at Calvary United Methodist Church in Middletown. The concert will feature the three ensembles of CCNC: Newport County Youth Chorus, Aquidneck Singers, and Quorus. There are no advanced tickets; a suggested donation of $10/person or $20/family […]
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RI Delegation announces $3.48 million for innovative fishing gear to boost North Atlantic Right Whale conservation efforts
Today, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressmen Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo announced $3,483,190 in grants to support the adoption of innovative fishing gear in Rhode Island and across New England to reduce the risk of gear entanglement for the endangered North Atlantic right whales. These grants, administered by the National Fish […]
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Governor McKee, Housing announce over $90 million in funding available for affordable housing in Rhode Island
Governor Dan McKee, the Department of Housing, and RIHousing today announced the availability of over $90 million in funding for programs that support the development, preservation and operation of affordable housing in Rhode Island. Of the 13 programs included in this round of funding, five are funded with more than $65 million in State Fiscal […]
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What’s Up in Newport: Monday, November 27
Today is Monday, November 27, 2023. Finally after a three-year hiatus due to COVID and weather cancellations the Annual Newport Illuminated Boat Parade set sail on Friday. Spectators viewed the dazzling display of nautical holiday spirit from many points on the Newport waterfront as the decorated vessels circumnavigated Newport Harbor. With over 30 vessels in the […]
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Obituary: Everett H. Fillion
Everett H. Fillion Newport, RI- Everett H. Fillion of Middletown, RI died on Thursday November 23, 2023, on Thanksgiving, his favorite holiday. He was the husband of Karen Ganong Fillion, whom he married on October 20, 1985. Born on June 27, 1934, in Pawtucket, RI, he was the son of Everard and Irma (Gernt) Fillion. […]
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Obituary: Patricia Ann Steel
Patricia Ann Steel, the beloved wife of Robert (“Bill”) Steel, died peacefully at home in Portsmouth, RI, on Saturday, November 18, 2023, at the age of 93 ½, while under Hospice care. She was born on June 12, 1930, as the third of five siblings to the late Arthur Burke and the late Margaret (Owen) […]
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Save The Date: Adult Programs at Tiverton Public Library in December
The following is a list of library programs that adults can enjoy in December. Patrons are encouraged to visit https://tivertonlibrary.org or call 401-625-6796 to learn more and to register. All Month Long One-on-One Tech Help Tech help is available to everyone, regardless of your skill level. Come with specific questions or we can just chat. There is […]
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Obituary: Marie Elaine Letiecq
Marie Elaine (Costa) Letiecq of Middletown, Rhode Island and Tarpon Springs, Florida passed away peacefully in her 79th year on Wednesday, November 22, 2023 surrounded by her loved ones at the Village House Nursing Home, Newport, RI. She was the wife of Gary Norman Letiecq. They partnered in 1993 and shared 30 wonderful years together. […]
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Obituary: Kathleen “Katie” (Kelly) Lawless
Kathleen “Katie” (Kelly) Lawless, beloved sister, aunt, and friend, passed away on November 22, 2023, in Newport, Rhode Island at the age of 76. Born on September 26, 1947, Katie was the daughter of the late John Nicholas and Madeline Wilson Kelly. She grew up in a loving family with four siblings. Her brother Michael […]
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Rhode Island Road Report: Nov. 25 – Dec. 2
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 November 26 – December 2, 2023 Newport Claiborne Pell BridgeUpcoming improvements in the roadway between the old toll plaza and the bridge […]
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RIDOT provides an update on the Pell Bridge Ramps Phase 2 project
The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) provided the following weekly update on the Pell Bridge Ramps Phase 2 project; Next week at this project, we’ll have temporary lane shifts along JT Connell Highway, from the JT Connell Highway Connector to Van Zandt Avenue, Monday to Friday, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. This will allow […]
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Annual Newport Illuminated Boat Parade winners announced
Finally after a three-year hiatus due to COVID and weather cancellations the Annual Newport Illuminated Boat Parade set sail last Friday, November 24th, 2023. Spectators viewed the dazzling display of nautical holiday spirit from many points on the Newport waterfront as the decorated vessels circumnavigated Newport Harbor. With over 30 vessels in the parade, all […]
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Providence defeats Lehigh 78-64
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Josh Oduro scored 29 points, Bryce Hopkins had 25 points and 14 rebounds, and Providence defeated Lehigh 78-64 on Friday night. Oduro also had seven rebounds for the Friars (5-1). Devin Carter added 10 points. The Mountain Hawks (1-5) were led by Dominic Parolin, who recorded 18 points. Lehigh also got […]
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Belichick still mum on whether Jones or Zappe will start against Giants
By BRENDAN McGAIR Associated Press FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The New England Patriots are heading to New York without identifying a starting quarterback. Two days before Sunday’s game against the Giants, coach Bill Belichick refused to say whether Mac Jones will be benched. Bailey Zappe relieved Jones in a Week 10 loss to Indianapolis, but […]
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More than 1,100 children registered for MLK Community Center’s Santa’s Workshop
This holiday season, the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center’s need for community support is greater than ever before. The Center will provide toys and gifts for over 1,100 local children at Santa’s Workshop, its holiday gift assistance program. Over 900 families were helped via the Center’s Thanksgiving meal assistance program with more expected […]
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Tatum shakes off illness, helps Celtics slow Giannis and beat fellow East power Bucks 119-116
By KEN POWTAK Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — Jayson Tatum shook off an illness to have 23 points and 11 rebounds, carrying the Boston Celtics over the Milwaukee Bucks 119-116 on Wednesday night in an early showdown of top Eastern Conference teams. Jaylen Brown had 26 points and eight assists for Boston, which improved the […]
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Preservation Society of Newport County files federal appeals to highlight legal errors in permitting review of offshore wind farms
The Preservation Society of Newport County today announced that it has appealed federal agency decisions approving massive wind farms off the coast of Rhode Island. The Preservation Society says that filed the appeals on November 22, 2023, in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia. According to The Preservation Society, “the appeals detail […]
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Rhode Island knocks off Johnson & Wales (R.I.) 97-59
KINGSTON, R.I. (AP) — Brandon Weston had 17 points in Rhode Island’s 97-59 win over Johnson & Wales (R.I.) on Wednesday. Weston shot 6 for 9, including 3 for 3 from beyond the arc for the Rams (4-2). Jaden House scored 16 points while shooting 7 for 14, including 2 for 4 from beyond the […]
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Legislators to re-introduce tough DUI laws; national study ranks RI sixth most dangerous state for drunk driving
With among the most lenient drunk driving laws in the nation, a number of Rhode Island legislators are again planning to introduce legislation to tighten those laws, and hopefully reduce drunk driving deaths. The legislators, however, in promoting their renewed effort said a Forbes Advisor 2022 report ranked Rhode Island as having the second highest […]
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Australian National Maritime Museum releases further evidence to support its case for identifying Endeavour/Lord Sandwich shipwreck in Newport Harbor
In February 2022 the Australian National Maritime Museum announced that, based on a preponderance of evidence, shipwreck site RI 2394 in Newport Harbor, Rhode Island was that of Lord Sandwich (ex-HMB Endeavour). Made famous for its circumnavigation of the globe under the command of James Cook between 1768 and 1771, HMB Endeavour was later renamed Lord Sandwich and sunk by British forces […]
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Governor McKee wishes Rhode Islanders a Happy Thanksgiving
Governor Dan McKee today issued the following statement wishing Rhode Islanders a Happy Thanksgiving: “As we count our blessings this Thanksgiving, let us take time to reflect on the meaning of this holiday and on the principals and values that bring us together as Rhode Islanders. I’m deeply thankful for the honor of serving as […]
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UPDATE: RITBA lifts bridge restrictions
Update: 11:20 am All bridges are open for normal travel. Update: 8:15 am The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA) has restricted access to the Newport Pell and Jamestown-Verrazzano Bridges for certain vehicles due to high-speed winds. House trailers/RVs, empty enclosed trailers, or any vehicle that, in the opinion of law-enforcement personnel, may not safely cross […]
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What’s Up in Newport: Wednesday, November 22
Good Wednesday Morning. 👉 Congressman Gabe Amo (RI-01) on Tuesday co-signed a letter urging the leaders of both the U.S. House and Senate Appropriations Committees to provide robust funding to implement the National Strategy to Counter Antisemitism for Fiscal Year 2024. Read More 🏆 The deadline for submission of applications for the prestigious Small Business Administration 2024 annual […]