Stacker compiled a list of the best-performing stocks in Rhode Island last week using data from IEX Cloud. Stocks are ranked by the highest percent price change from Aug. 4 to Aug. 11. Stocks headquartered in Rhode Island, listed on the Russell 3000 membership list, and a market cap over $5.0 billion on April 14th […]
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Obituary: Jaden Richard Araujo
Jaden Richard Araujo, 18, passed away unexpectedly at Hasbro Children’s Hospital, on Sunday, August 6, 2023. Born in Fall River, MA on April 11, 2005, he was the son of Dr. Richard Moore and Norma Araujo Medeiros, and stepson of Brenda Sousa-Moore and Todd Medeiros. He grew up in Fall River, MA and later resided […]
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What’s Up Today: Tuesday, August 15
Good Morning! Today is Tuesday, August 15. Today’s newsletter is 1,239 words, approximately a 6-minute read. 🐸 Gerry Goldstein’s latest column for What’sUpNewp is here → A pond where it’s easy being green 🗳️ The early voting period for the Primary for the Congressional District 1 Special Election begins on Wednesday, August 16, and runs through […]
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Falcor and his loving mom, Joey, are searching for their forever home
Meet your new best friends, Falcor and Joey – this week’s adoptable dogs of the week. Available for adoption at the Potter League for Animals in Middletown, Falcor and Joey are a mom-and-pop duo looking for a forever home together. Here’s what the Potter League says about Falcor, a 2-year-old male Husky. Falcor, the handsome […]
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Gerry Goldstein: A pond where it’s easy being green
What goes around comes around, especially here at Shalom Acres, our little hobby farm in Greenville where an octogenarian who once caught frogs as a 12-year-old now does so again. These days, though, I brandish a camera instead of a net. Seven decades on, why still the fascination with these creatures whose forebears once hopped […]
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Flood Watch is in effect from 2 am to noon on August 15
The National Weather Service has issued the following Flood Watch for our area; Flood Watch Flood Watch National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA 333 PM EDT Mon Aug 14 2023 …FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM EDT TUESDAY THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING… * WHAT…Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE…Rhode Island […]
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Obituary: Mary T. Seebode
Mary Theresa Seebode passed away unexpectedly on August 10, 2023 at Newport Hospital surrounded by her family and many of the nurses she had worked with there for years. Mary was born on December 10, 1965 and grew up in Cedar Grove, NJ. She spent her summers with her family on Block Island, RI and loved […]
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Obituary: Yun Min (Yi) Cabral
Yun Min (Yi) Cabral, 77, of Portsmouth, RI, passed away on August 12, 2023 with her family by her side. She was the wife of the late John C. Cabral for 48 years. Born in Jeonju, South Korea, she was the daughter of the late Ok Chul Yi and Mal Ye Yi. Yun Min married […]
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Letter: Rogers High School. It’s Inflation.
In November 2020, voters in Newport overwhelmingly approved a bond to build a new Rogers High School after the current Rogers was deemed the worst high school building in the state. Let me repeat the date: November 2020. At the height of COVID. When there was no vaccine. When manufacturing was shut down everywhere. When […]
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What’s Up Today: Monday, August 14
Good Morning! Today is Monday, August 14. Today’s newsletter is 979 words, approximately a 5-minute read. ⚓ Today is Victory Day in the state of Rhode Island. WPRI has a good look at why Rhode Island is the only state that celebrates Victory Day. ⚓ Tyler Bernadyn with a look at the 18 homes that changed hands in […]
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What Sold: 18 Newport County real estate sales, transactions (August 7 – 11)
Here’s a look at what sold last week in Newport County. Data and information via Rhode Island Statewide MLS. Newport 26 30 Narragansett Avenue #12 sold for $514,000. This 1,227 sq. ft townhouse has two bedrooms and two bathrooms. This home was initially listed for $515,000. 674 B Thames Street sold for $700,000. This 1,134 […]
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New York Yacht Club claims Hinman Masters Trophy for second straight year
Starting strong is important in any team race regatta. Equally as valuable is improving along the way. The victories earned by the New York Yacht Club – McDowell team over the first two days of the New York Yacht Club Invitational Team Race Regatta for the Commodore George R. Hinman Masters Trophy put the home team […]
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Letter- Barbara A. VonVillas: Ask the teachers
To the Editor: Ask the Teachers I will say it again and maybe somebody will listen: ASK THE TEACHERS. Yet no one has been listening. So now, I will do it myself. I am tired of hearing pronouncements from those at the top of the educational chain who are looking for pre-packaged solutions without consideration […]
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Ida Lewis Distance Race starts on Friday
Forty eight sailing teams have entered the Ida Lewis Yacht Club’s 18th Ida Lewis Distance Race presented by Bluenose Yacht Sales. The 24-hour overnight competition starts at 11 a.m. Friday, August 18 between Fort Adams State Park and the Pell Bridge; prime viewing spots are Fort Adams and points along the Newport and Jamestown shores as the boats pass Castle […]
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Obituary: Marvin Leon Washington
Marvin Leon Washington, 48, of Middletown, Rhode Island, passed away unexpectedly on August 6, 2023. Born in Marion, SC on May 25, 1975, He was the son of Leon Curtain and Peggy Washington. Marvin was a 1993 graduate of Rogers High School. He spent his high school years playing for the Vikings basketball team. He […]
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What’s Up Today: Sunday, August 13
Good Morning! Today is Sunday, August 13. Today’s newsletter is 1,461 words, approximately a 7-minute read. 🌊 What’s Up Newp sat down with a trio of young artists at the Newport Jazz Festival last weekend. We met Matthew Whitaker, Julius Rodriguez, and members of Buther Brown at the festival. Here’s what they had to say. 🌊 […]
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Obituary: Patrick Thornton Crowley
Captain Patrick T. Crowley, 46, of Middletown, RI, a decorated career fire officer and treasured community member passed away on Wednesday August 9, 2023. Born in Newport, RI, he was the beloved husband to Shannon Leigh (White) Crowley and the devoted father to Colton Padraig and Andrew Hanson. Patrick is the son of Martha (Colton) […]
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Road Report: Schedule of lane closures and road construction projects (August 12 – 19)
The following road and lane closure notices have been scheduled by the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) and Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA). Rhode Island Turnpike & Bridge Authority August 13 – 19, 2023 Newport Claiborne Pell BridgeWestbound Right Lane Closure- 8/15 to 8/18- 6 am to 2 pm Jamestown Verrazzano BridgeThere […]
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What’s Up Today: Saturday, August 12
Good Morning! Today is Saturday, August 12. Today’s newsletter is 1,250 words, approximately a 6-minute read. 🌊 The 4th Annual Lobby Muddy Fest will take place today at Smuggler’s Waterfront Bar to support Newport Mental Health. Read More 🌊 The Butts Hill Fort Restoration Committee invites volunteers to their 2nd Summer Cleanup today. Cleanup starts at […]
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A Newport Nutcracker at Rosecliff: Pre-sale tickets and youth cast auditions announced
Newport Contemporary Ballet, (NCB) announced today that premium seating for its annual production of A Newport Nutcracker at Rosecliff will be available for pre-sale starting Monday, August 14. Information and tickets are available at www.newportcontemporaryballet.org. Due to the unique nature of A Newport Nutcracker at Rosecliff, production capacity is limited to 100 guests per performance and historically sells out. There […]
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Extensive restoration of Rosecliff nearing completion
One of the most extensive and complicated projects in the history of the Preservation Society of Newport County is nearing completion. On September 1, Rosecliff will reopen to visitors for the first time since January 2, providing a sparkling setting for the exhibition “The Celestial City: Newport and China,” and, later in September, the Newport […]
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Obituary: Kathryn Louise Williams
Kathryn Louise Williams has spread her angelic wings on July 29th, 2023 at age 71.She passed peacefully in Pomona Valley Hospital after losing her hard-fought battle with MS.Kay was living in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. Born on Oct 5th, 1951, she was the second of 6 sisters and 1 brother.William W Williams Sr and Frances M […]
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Newport teens are among just five students statewide to win scholarships worth up to $320,000 over four years
The Rhode Island Foundation is sending two Rogers High School graduates off to college with scholarships through its Carter Roger Williams Initiative, which was launched by philanthropists Letitia and the late John Carter. Antonio Boyd and Brettyn-Olivia Newsome of Newport are among just five students selected statewide based on their academic achievement, financial need, appreciation for […]
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Obituary: Joseph Joe H. Lorenz
Joe Lorenz, 88, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, passed away unexpectedly on August 8, 2023, at Charlton Memorial Hospital in Fall River, MA. He was married to the love of his life, Terry (Warhanek) Lorenz, they were college sweethearts, with Joe as a College Basketball and Football standout, and Terry as Homecoming Queen. (You can guess […]
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‘Chelcie Lynn: 2 Fingers and A 12 Pack’ coming to The JPT on Oct. 19
Spectacle Live will present Chelcie Lynn: 2 Fingers and A 12 Pack on Thursday, October 19 at 7 pm at The JPT. According to the event announcement; Chelcie Lynn is a comedian, actress, and internet personality extraordinaire. She started building a fan base in 2014 when her sketches featuring her alter ego, Trailer Trash Tammy went viral. Her videos […]