The Rhode Island district of the Small Business Administration is accepting applications for its 2024 Small Business Awards, recognizing individuals and businesses in several categories. Winners also compete for regional and national awards. The deadline to submit applications is December 7. For guidelines and forms, and further information. Email Katie.Charron@sba.gov. Awards are presented for: Small […]
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RITBA: Lane restrictions on the Newport Pell Bridge may cause delays
The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority today released details of upcoming improvements that will impact travel times for those crossing the Newport Pell Bridge. “We wanted to give commuters and those who rely on the Newport Pell Bridge advance notice that they may experience delays in the coming months,” said Lori Caron Silveira, Executive […]
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Dr. Michael Fine: What’s crazy about getting an FMLA form filled out
A guy calls me out of the blue. I don’t know him from Adam. He got my number from a friend. He’s having a problem with healthcare. He can’t get his FLMA form filled out. He’s a patient of a community health center but he hasn’t been seen there since the pandemic started. His regular […]
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What’s Up in Newport this week: Oct. 2 – 9
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport, Rhode Island this week, Monday, October 2 through Monday, October 9. On the cruise ship schedule this week; Monday, Oct. 2 – Norwegian Escape Wednesday, Oct. 4 – Silver Shadow Thursday, Oct. 5. – MSC Meraviglia Friday, Oct. 6 – Silver Shadow Saturday, Oct.7 […]
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Puddingstone Music Series kicks off this week with two concerts
German pianist and Newport resident, Clemens Teufel, will kick off his new music series this week with two live concerts. The concerts will combine performing and non-performing arts in an approachable 19th-century-style salon. Teufel sees a vision of Newport similar to that of Prague – a center of culture with music and art only a stone’s […]
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Nearly $700K in grants available to support local food and seafood businesses in Rhode Island
Governor Dan McKee, the Department of Environmental Management (DEM), and members of the Rhode Island General Assembly today announced that close to $700,000 in Local Agriculture and Seafood Act (LASA) grant funding is available for projects that help support the growth, development, and marketing of local food and seafood in Rhode Island. The LASA Grant Program provides […]
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Portsmouth man charged with violating the Migratory Bird Treaty Act
PROVIDENCE, RI – A Rhode Island man has been charged by way of a federal criminal information with violating the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, having allegedly shot at, injured, and /or killed Red-Tailed and Cooper hawks in and around his property in an effort to protect squirrels, announced United States Attorney Zachary A. Cunha. It […]
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What Sold?: 25 Newport County properties find new owners in recent sales
Newport County property transfers were busy last week, with 25 homes changing hands. The increase in local real estate activity last week shows that the local market is still consistent, despite higher interest rates and low inventory. From serene coastal retreats to stylish condominium units, here’s a brief overview of 25 properties that sold between […]
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Regulators approve temporary extension on Portsmouth LNG facility for upcoming winter
by Nancy Lavin, Rhode Island CurrentOctober 2, 2023 For the fourth consecutive winter, a Portsmouth liquified natural gas facility will serve as a temporary, backup heating source for Aquidneck Island. The Rhode Island Energy Facility Siting Board (ESFB) on Monday unanimously approved extending a temporary waiver allowing the LNG storage tank and vaporization facility for […]
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Concert Recap and Photos: Belly fills Fort Adams with good vibes in homecoming show
Fort Adams State Park rocked hard Sunday evening, October 1, when one of the greatest bands to ever emerge from Newport, RI woke up some old ghosts in the 200-year-old Fort. The sell-out show, a benefit for Fort Adams Trust, was strong from the get-go; the band played with vigor and purpose, knocking it out […]
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What’s Up Newp: Monday, October 2
⚓ Today is Monday, October 2 – the 275th day of the year; 90 days remain in 2023. Today is International Day of Non-Violence, National Child Health Day, and National Fried Scallops Day! 👉 The Women’s Resource Center’s month-long Domestic Violence Awareness Month campaign launches today at 11 am in front of Newport City Hall […]
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Women’s Resource Center: October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
The Women’s Resource Center (WRC), the only domestic violence resource organization serving the East Bay community, is launching their annual campaign during the month of October to raise awareness about domestic violence in our community. Executive Director, Jessica Walsh shares, “1 in 3 women will experience domestic violence in their lifetime. That is a truly […]
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Shope, Rodriguez conquer current and competition to win ILCA Masters North American titles
NEWPORT, R.I. — A strong autumn ebb tide augmented by some record rainfall across the Northeast created a one-way race track for most of the nine races at the 2023 ILCA Masters North American Championship, hosted by the New York Yacht Club Harbour Court, September 29 to October 1. However the two sailors that emerged […]
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What’s Up Newp: Sunday, October 1
⚓ Today is Sunday, October 1 – the 274th day of the year; 91 days remain in 2023. Today kicks off Breast Cancer Awareness Month, National Book Month, LGBTQ+ History Month, and ADHD Awareness Month. 👉 The threat of a federal government shutdown suddenly lifted late Saturday as President Joe Biden signed a temporary funding bill to […]
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Adoptable Cat of the Week: Hugo
Meet your new best friend, Hugh – this week’s adoptable cat of the week! Hugo is a 10-year-old male domestic shorthair and is available for adoption from the Potter League for Animals in Middletown. “Hugo is an incredibly handsome beefy, buff boy. He can sometimes be a bit of an independent loner, he’s earned that […]
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Obituary: Raymond F. Gray
Raymond Gray (60) of Middletown, RI Raymond was a graduate of Rogers High School were he met and married his high school sweetheart, Carol (Quereux) of Wyoming. He leaves his daughter Elizabeth Zimmerman (Geno) and grandchildren Julian and Hunter from Bristol, RI. His sister Victoria Settle (Tom) of Portsmouth. He also leaves behind his life […]
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Obituary: Robert M. Dunbar
Robert M. Dunbar, 76, of Tiverton, RI, passed away at home on September 26, 2023. He was the husband of Mary (Caminiti) Dunbar for 51 years. Born in Newport, on October 27, 1946, he was the son of the late Norman and Rose (Luistro) Dunbar. He was a 1964 graduate of Rogers High School. Robert […]
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Obituary: Dennis C. Kelley
Dennis C. Kelley, 78, of Portsmouth, RI, died peacefully and surrounded by family, following a brief illness on September 28th at Rhode Island Hospital. Dennis was born in Newport, RI on January 18, 1945 to the late Mortimer Dennis and Rita Furze Kelley. He was the loving husband of Mary Morris Kelley, to whom he […]
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Obituary: Erica Jean Lavery
Erica Jean Lavery, with silent lifting mind and easy grace, passed through the sanctity of space, to escape the surly bonds of the universe. Resting peacefully at home, greeted by the warm smiles of family from far afield, her tender 45 years ended, just before midnight on the beautiful crisp autumn day of September 28th, […]
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Obituary: Patricia A. Sullivan
Patricia A. (Donovan) Sullivan, 90 of Newport, RI passed away on September 26, 2023 at Village House in Newport. She is preceded in death by her husband of 68 years Michael J. Sullivan. Born in Newport, RI on May 31, 1933 to the late Daniel Dixon Donovan and Gertrude Wedell. Pat attended St. Catherine’s Academy […]
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What’sUpNewp’s top stories this week
The last week of September was a busy one. Van Morrison thrilled fans in the first of two shows at the Providence Performing Arts Center on Friday, September 22. The legendary artist, known for hits like “Have I Told You Lately,” “Brown-Eyed Girl,” and “Moondance,” was particularly strong Friday night, driving his band through a […]
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Resilient Conan is seeking a loving home
Meet your new best friend – Conan, this week’s Adoptable Dog of the Week! Conan is approximately one-year and three months old, weighs 75 pounds, and is currently available for adoption at the Potter League for Animals Animal Care and Adoption Center in Middletown. “Meet Conan, the resilient and exuberant canine with a heart as […]
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‘Meadowgrass’ on Third Beach Road in Middletown sells for $5.9 million
Lila Delman Compass today announced the sale of ‘Meadowgrass’, 664 Third Beach Road, in Middletown for $5,900,000. Alex Thursby, Sales Associate of Lila Delman Compass’ Newport Office, represented the Buyer. According to data maintained by the Rhode Island Statewide MLS, this transaction marks the second-highest sale in Middletown, and the second highest sale in Newport […]
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RIDOT provides an update on Aquidneck Avenue, Pell Bridge Ramps projects
The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) today provided updates on two ongoing construction projects on Aquidneck Island. Pell Bridge Ramps Phase 2, Newport “On Thursday night, October 5, we are scheduled to move to the final traffic configuration on Admiral Kalbfus Road, removing the current lanes shifts and opening lanes that had been closed […]