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Nonprofits invited to submit nominations for Newport International Polo Charity Ball beneficiary
The Newport International Polo Charity Ball is one of the most anticipated events of the summer season, and now organizations have the opportunity to make it a sell-out once again by submitting a nomination to be the beneficiary of the 2024 event. For over two decades, the annual black-tie ball has been sold out. The […]
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Newport City Council to host workshop with State Legislative Delegation on Jan. 6
The City of Newport’s legislative priorities for 2024 will be the topic of discussion when Newport City Council and the State Legislative Delegation meet on January 6, 2024. The joint workshop will be held at 10 am in the City Council Chambers at Newport City Hall. The meeting is open to the public.
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Newport County Dinner Club: Give the gift of dining local
Give the gift of dining local this holiday season with the Newport County Dinner Club. The 35th annual edition of the popular guide is now on sale. For just $21, the book provides two-for-one dining at more than 50 fine local restaurants. Participating restaurants include restaurants in Newport, Middletown, Portsmouth, Jamestown and the Newport Navy […]
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Commercial fishermen need more support for substance abuse and fatigue, lawmakers say
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — A federal program that protects the health and wellbeing of commercial fishermen should be expanded to include substance use disorder and worker fatigue, a group of lawmakers from New England and Alaska said. The lawmakers want to expand a federal commercial fishing occupational safety program that funds research and training. The […]
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What Sold: Newport County Homes (Dec. 4 – 8)
The Newport County real estate market saw limited activity last week, with only seven homes changing hands, according to information provided on the statewide MLS. Here’s a quick synopsis of the properties that were traded. Click the link below to see the homes that recently sold in your neighborhood. CLICK HERE TO SEE WHAT SOLD […]
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Health officials urge Rhode Islanders to get vaccinated before holiday gatherings
With many Rhode Islanders preparing to travel and attend holiday gatherings, health officials are urging people to get vaccinated to help prevent the spread of illness. The Rhode Island Department of Health said everyone older than six months should get a flu shot and a COVID-19 booster, if they have not already received one. Health […]
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Obituary: William E. O’Reilly
William E. O’Reilly, 75, of Newport, RI, died unexpectedly at his home on December 7, 2023. He was predeceased by his parents, Eugene, and Eileen (O’Connell) O’Reilly, and brothers, Joseph, John, and Brian O’Reilly. He left behind his wife of 46 years, Barbara O’Reilly (nee Prietzschk). Bill loved his farm, Ballymachree, and spent many years […]
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Vehicle rolls over on Route 138
A vehicle rolled over off Route 138 west just past the toll plaza Monday morning, Jamestown Volunteer Fire Department officials said in a Facebook post. The driver was able to get out of the car and was taken to the hospital with injuries that aren’t believed to be life-threatening, the post said. The fire department […]
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Special Kay seeks forever loving home
Meet your new best friend, Kay – this week’s adoptable dog of the week! Available for adoption at Potter League for Animals’ Animal Care and Adoption Center in Middletown, Kay is a 3-year-old female mixed-breed. Kay. Photo Credit: Potter League for Animals “We cordially invite you to meet our special girl, whom we fondly named […]
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Middletown to develop affordable housing at two former schools
The Town of Middletown released a press release Monday that said it is developing affordable housing at the former Peckham School and the former Oliphant School. Officials said that the development won’t cost Middletown property owners anything because the developments will use state housing money and other methods. “Literally, more than $20 million of new […]
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Santa’s nightly rides around Newport begin Tuesday
Santa will begin his nightly rides around Newport on Tuesday, December 12. The Fire Department shared the exciting news on their Facebook page and announced that they will provide a link on their Facebook Page each night for a live tracker so kids can follow along as he makes his deliveries. Santa will leave from […]
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Newsletter: What’s Up in Newport – Monday, December 11
Good Morning! Today is Monday, December 11, 2023. Despite a warning on Sunday that they may have to restrict access to bridges overnight due to high winds, RITBA hasn’t restricted access to any bridges. Currently, 64 active power outages across Rhode Island affect 1,101 Rhode Island Energy customers. No outages are currently reported in Newport County. See More […]
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Burnham scores 23, Charleston takes down Rhode Island 85-70
CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) — Ben Burnham’s 23 points helped Charleston (SC) defeat Rhode Island 85-70 on Sunday. Burnham added five rebounds for the Cougars (5-4). Reyne Smith finished 4 of 6 from 3-point range to add 12 points. Jordan Crawford had 11 points and shot 4 for 5, including 3 for 3 from beyond the […]
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Carter’s 18 lead Providence past Brown 74-54
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Devin Carter’s 18 points helped Providence defeat Brown 74-54 on Sunday. Carter also contributed five rebounds for the Friars (8-2). Bryce Hopkins added 17 points and seven rebounds. Josh Oduro finished with 13 points. Nana Owusu-Anane led the Bears (3-9) in scoring, finishing with 15 points, nine rebounds and three steals. […]
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City of Newport issues weather alert
The City of Newport issued the following weather alert via email, text, and phone calls around 1:40 pm on Sunday, December 10, 2023. A multi-hazardous weather system from tonight into Monday morning has the potential to bring damaging wind gusts, flooding rains, and coastal flooding concerns. Heaviest weather is expected between midnight and 9 am, […]
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RITBA: Access to bridges may be restricted tonight due to high winds
The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA) on Sunday morning said in a press release that it anticipates that it may restrict access to some or all of its bridges (the Newport Pell, Mount Hope, Jamestown Verrazzano and Sakonnet River Bridges) this evening and into tomorrow morning due to high winds. According to RITBA’s […]
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Stephenson-Moore scores 22, Stony Brook defeats Bryant 86-75
STONY BROOK, N.Y. (AP) — Tyler Stephenson-Moore scored 22 points as Stony Brook beat Bryant 86-75 on Saturday night. Stephenson-Moore shot 8 for 11, including 6 for 7 from beyond the arc for the Seawolves (4-5). Jared Frey scored 18 points while going 5 of 9 from the floor, including 5 for 8 from 3-point […]
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Immigrants fuel a New England workforce that is aging
While some politicians in Washington rail against immigration, particularly undocumented immigrants, the reality is that the country, including New England, is becoming more dependent on immigrants to fill job vacancies. More than 17 percent of workers in New England and across the country are foreign born, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston. Goldman […]
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Derrick White’s 30 points carries Celtics past Knicks 133-123; Boston’s Brown ejected with 2 Ts
By KEN POWTAK Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — Derrick White scored 30 points and Kristaps Porzingis had 21 in his return to the lineup after missing four games with a strained left calf to lead the Boston Celtics to a 133-123 victory over the New York Knicks on Friday night. Jayson Tatum added 25 points, […]
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NUWC Division Newport employees share what inspired them while serving in the military
By NUWC Division Newport Public Affairs NEWPORT, R.I. – During recent gatherings at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport employees shared what they learned from their military service and what inspires them to keep serving. During a presentation of “The Knot: Stories from the Workforce,” held on Nov. 9 four employees discussed the lessons learned […]
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Rhode Island Road Report: Dec. 9 – 16
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 10 – 16, 2023 Newport Claiborne Pell BridgeUpcoming improvements in the roadway between the old toll plaza and the bridge, which are […]
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Local students named to high honor, honors list at Pomfret school
Norah Robinson of Newport (Class of 2026) has been named to the fall 2023 high honor list at The Pomfret School, according to a release. To achieve this honor, Robinson had to earn a grade point average of 3.670 or higher, with no grade lower than a B+. James Haley of Portsmouth (Class of 2026) […]
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RIDOT provides weekly Pell Bridge Ramps Phase 2 project update
The Rhode Island Department of Transportation today provided the following project update on Pell Bridge Ramps Phase 2; Tonight at 8 p.m., we are scheduled to permanently close the old Downtown Newport exit. Motorists are encouraged to use the new ramp system to access Downtown Newport currently being built as part of this project. Following the closure, we […]
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Coastal Flood Watch Issued for Rhode Island
Minor to moderate coastal flooding is possible for Rhode Island late Sunday night through Monday morning, according to the National Weather Service. A Coastal Flood Watch has been issued for the entire state. The watch goes into effect at 4 a.m. Sunday and expires at 8 a.m. Monday. The weather service says minor to moderate […]