Members of the Professional Firefighters of Newport, Local 1080, the union representing the members of the Newport Fire Department, presented The Friends of Newport Skatepark with a $1,080 check this morning. Sid Abruzzi, Owner of Water Brothers, and Mike Richards, President of Friends of Newport Skatepark, were on hand for the presentation. “Many members of […]
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Lobby Muddy Fest 2023 at Smuggler’s Waterfront Bar: A day of fun in support of Newport Mental Health
Newport, Rhode Island, is known for its bustling harbor and vibrant community spirit. On Saturday, August 12, residents and visitors alike are gearing up for an exciting event that perfectly encapsulates these two attributes – the Lobby Muddy Fest. This 4th annual charity event will be hosted at Smugglers Waterfront Bar, and the festival promises […]
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RIPTA to run holiday schedule on August 14 in observance of Victory Day
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) today announced that it will run a Sunday/Holiday service schedule on Monday, August 14, 2023, in observance of Victory Day, an official state holiday. The Sunday/Holiday schedule will apply to all regular fixed-route buses and trolleys. All RIPTA offices, except for the Customer Service Kiosk at the Newport […]
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RITBA Customer Service Center will open two evenings this month
The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority today announced that its customer service walk-in center will be open for special evening hours on Thursday, August 24th, and Thursday, August 31st, from 3:30 pm-6:30 pm. “We had a good response to our extended hours in March and wanted to add hours during the last weeks of summer […]
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What’s Up Today: Wednesday, August 9
Good Morning! Today is Wednesday, August 9. Today’s newsletter is 1,476 words, approximately a 7-minute read. 🌊 The Newport Gulls defeated the Bristol Blues, 8-4, on Tuesday night to earn their seventh Fay Vincent Sr. Cup in team history. This was the Gulls’ first championship since 2014. 🌊 Westerly Town Council President Ed Morrone has abruptly resigned from the […]
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Block Island Airport Gallery features the works of Middletown artist Annabel Manning
The gallery at the Block Island Airport, a partnership between the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts (RISCA) and the Rhode Island Airport Corporation (RIAC), announced the opening of its late summer exhibit featuring works by Middletown’s Annabel Manning. According to her official bio, Manning is “a Middletown visual artist and educator currently teaching at […]
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Gulls notch NECBL-leading 7th championship with win vs Blues
The Newport Gulls defeated the Bristol Blues, 8-4, to earn their seventh Fay Vincent Sr. Cup in team history. This was the Gulls’ first championship since 2014. The Gulls struck first as they scored four runs in the first inning highlighted by a Tyler Hare (Wofford College) three-run 400 feet home run. The Blues answered back an inning […]
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Westerly Town Council President abruptly resigns
Westerly Town Council President Ed Morrone has abruptly resigned from the council, alleging that most council members have prevented citizens from being heard on specific issues, been divisive, and “callous.” Morrone, who had previously served on the council and in the state House of Representatives and State Senate, was elected last November to the council […]
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Something to Chirp About: Cruiser is looking for a forever home
Looking to add to your flock? Cruiser is this week’s adoptable pet of the week! Available for adoption at the Potter League for Animals in Middletown, Cruiser is a one-year-old female. “This tweetie pie’s name is Cruiser! Cruiser literally cruised his way into the property of our shelter, and landed right next to an actual […]
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Newport City Council to host a workshop regarding ‘Strategic Plan Consultant’ on Aug. 17
Newport City Council will host a workshop regarding “Strategic Plan Consultant,” according to a meeting notice published by the City Clerk today. The meeting will take place on August 17 at 5:30 pm in the Conference Hall at Innovate Newport. What’sUpNewp followed up with Newport Mayor Xay Khamsyvoravong for more background on the reason for […]
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CCRI offering free Case Manager Training in partnership with Newport Mental Health
The Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI), in collaboration with Newport Mental Health and the Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS), is accepting applications for its new Case Management Workforce Program. This initiative, funded by EOHHS, is designed to prepare a portion of Newport Mental Health’s current staff to enter a new career […]
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Massachusetts governor declares state of emergency amid influx of migrants seeking shelter
By STEVE LeBLANC Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey declared a state of emergency Tuesday, citing an influx of migrants seeking shelter at a time when the cost of housing — already in short supply — continues to rise. There are nearly 5,600 families or more than 20,000 people – many of […]
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New England hit with heavy rain and wind, bringing floods and even a tornado
BOSTON (AP) — Severe rainstorms and high winds swept across parts of New England on Tuesday, the remnants of a massive storm that pummeled the eastern U.S. a day earlier, killing two people. The severe weather flooded roads, stranded drivers and disrupted public transportation in Massachusetts. It also prompted already saturated Vermont to keep swift water rescue teams deployed in […]
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Senator Whitehouse welcomes new class of U.S. Naval War College students
U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) today welcomed a new class of more than 500 graduate students to the U.S. Naval War College in Newport. Whitehouse underscored the security risks posed by the climate crisis and kleptocratic threats to the rule of law around the world. “Make no mistake: climate risk is a security risk, and democracy […]
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Patriots sign free agent defensive end Trey Flowers, who was on their last 3 Super Bowl teams
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Trey Flowers signed with the New England Patriots on Tuesday, returning to the team where he played his first four NFL seasons and won two of three Super Bowls. The defensive end was placed on injured reserve after playing in four games for the Miami Dolphins last season and was an […]
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Obituary: Michael J. Baccari, Jr.
Michael J. Baccari, Jr., 83, of Middletown, RI, formerly of Newport, passed away on July 27, 2023. Born in Newport, RI, he was the son of the late Michael J. and Mary (Sullivan) Baccari. Michael attended St. Joseph’s Grammar School and graduated from De La Salle Academy class of 1957. He retired from Sears Roebuck […]
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What Sold: 28 Newport County real estate sales, transactions (July 31 – August 4)
Here’s a look at what sold last week in Newport County. Data and information via Rhode Island Statewide MLS. Newport 211 Third Street sold for $549,000. This 1,448 sq. ft single-family residence has three bedrooms and three bathrooms. This home was initially listed for $549,000. 75 Pelham Street #B sold for $1,010,000. This 1,510 sq. […]
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Louis Cato, TV late night bandleader, offers ‘Reflections,’ a new album of ‘laid bare, honest’ songs
By MARK KENNEDY AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Musician and producer Jack DeBoe recalls the time many years ago when he fully grasped the sheer musical ability of his new friend, Louis Cato. DeBoe and Cato were playing a gig in Boston when DeBoe got up from his drum kit for a break. […]
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Newport and Middletown among recipients of $3.8 million in Learn365RI Grants
Governor Dan McKee and the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) today announced the recipients of nearly $3.8 million in Advancing Learning Beyond the 180-Day School Year grant program funding aimed to support Rhode Island communities launch or expand extended learning programming in alignment with the Governor’s Learn365RI initiative. “Our Learn365RI grants will help us […]
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What’s Up Today: Tuesday, August 8
Good Morning! Today is Tuesday, August 8. Today’s newsletter is 1,348 words, approximately a 7-minute read. ⚾ Monday night’s NECBL Championship Game in Bristol, Connecticut, between the Newport Gulls and Bristol Blues was postponed due to inclement weather. Game two will now be played this evening in Bristol at 6:30 PM. The Gulls lead the […]
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DEM planning on prescribed burns on Prudence Island and in Exeter and Coventry
The Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is announcing that depending on weather and wind conditions, it plans on conducting low-severity prescribed burns on state lands on Prudence Island and in Exeter and Coventry later this month ahead of DEM’s Forest Fire Program’s fall-prescribed fire season. Prescribed or planned, burning is a versatile tool that natural resources […]
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Obituary: Charlie M. Holder, Sr.
Charles ‘Charlie’ M. Holder, Sr, a native Newporter, was born on September 2, 1944 and passed peacefully at his home on August 6, 2023 with his family by his side. Growing up in the Park Holm neighborhood of Newport, Charlie established life-long friendships with his closest pals Drew Anderson, Harry Smyth and Bob Moniz. He […]
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Obituary: James Lawrence “JL” Sullivan
James Lawrence “JL” Sullivan, 71, of Bristol, RI passed away August 3, 2023 in Providence, RI. He was the husband of Holly M. (Andersen) Sullivan. Born January 8, 1952 in Newport, he was a son of the late Henry A. Sullivan and Andrine M. (Bruno) Sullivan. Known as “JL” or “Jimmy” he was raised and […]
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Reyes hits walkoff grand slam to lead Red Sox to 6-2 win over Royals
BOSTON (AP) — Pablo Reyes hit a walkoff grand slam to break a ninth-inning tie — his third hit of the night — and the Boston Red Sox recovered after blowing a two-run lead to beat the Kansas City Royals 6-2 on Monday night. “You can’t put these feelings into words,” Reyes said through a translator. “When […]