The National Weather Service issued a Heat Advisory for the majority of Rhode Island at 2:44 am on Thursday, July 27. The Heat Advisory is in effect from 11 am this morning until 8 pm on Saturday. Heat Advisory URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA 244 AM EDT Thu Jul 27 2023 […]
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Middletown Town Council wants more info before approving budget
By Matt Sheley, Town of Middletown The Town Council wants some answers from the School Department before approving a budget for Fiscal 2024. At a second public hearing on the proposed $84.1 million budget Wednesday night in Town Hall, council members said there open questions about the cost of special education and other programs. Until […]
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Edward King House Senior Center will be closed July 27 – 28 due to heat
On Wednesday, the Edward King House Senior Center shared with What’sUpNewp that they will be closed for two days due to heat.
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North Providence couple claims $2 million Powerball prize
The $2,000,000 Powerball ticket from July 19, 2023, drawing has been claimed by a couple from North Providence, according to the Rhode Island Lottery. The winner picked his numbers using a combination of birthdays and special dates. They tell Rhode Island Lottery that they now plan to invest the winnings. The winning ticket was purchased from Cumberland […]
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People’s Credit Union completes major renovations at its Middletown branch
At a Ribbon Cutting event earlier today, People’s Credit Union unveiled its newly renovated Middletown branch lobby at their headquarters, 858 West Main Road. The branch’s innovative design and layout now provides a higher level of personal member service, as well as technology upgrades, including: Providing greater privacy for members’ financial matters with additional offices […]
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Governor McKee, Mayor Xay, Commissioner Infante-Green visit Newport Cyber Camp to promote importance of year-round learning
This morning, Governor Dan McKee, Newport Mayor Xay Khamsyvoravong, and Rhode Island Department of Education Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green visited the Newport Public Schools’ Cyber Camp, held this week at CCRI’s Newport Campus, to promote learning beyond the formal school day and beyond the traditional 180-day school year. “My Administration continues to focus on our vision for […]
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WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Gabe Amo, Democratic Candidate for Congressional District 1
Gabe Amo, a Democratic Candidate for Rhode Island’s Congressional District 1, joined What’sUpNewp for a live virtual video conversation at 2:15 pm on Wednesday, July 26, 2023. During the interview, we learned more about Gabe, found out why he’s running in this special election, and discuss what he believes sets him apart from his opponents. […]
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WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Newport School Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain
Colleen Burns Jermain, Superintendent of Newport Public Schools, joined What’sUpNewp for a live virtual video conversation on Wednesday, July 26, 2023, at 1:30 pm. During our conversation with the Superintendent, we catch up on what’s happening at Newport Public Schools over the summer break, get an update on construction at Rogers High School, and get […]
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WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Aaron Regunberg, Democratic Candidate for Congressional District 1
Aaron Regunberg, a Democratic Candidate for Rhode Island’s Congressional District 1, joined What’sUpNewp for a live virtual video conversation at noon on Wednesday, July 26, 2023. During the interview, we learn more about Aaron, discover why he’s running in this special election, and discuss what he believes sets him apart from his opponents. Watch or […]
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On the Market: A first-floor condo with a glimpse into the Gilded Age
Step back in time and embrace the charm of the Gilded Age at 1 Oakwood Terrace #2 in Newport, Rhode Island. This first-floor unit in “Whitestone,” an estate designed for local philanthropist George Gordon King by renowned architects McKim, Mead & White, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, offering a unique opportunity […]
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Newport Classical announces 2023-2024 Chamber Series concerts
Following its successful summer festival, Newport Classical continues its commitment to ongoing, year-round programming for the third year, with an entire season, nine-concert Chamber Series held on Fridays at 7:30 pm, running from September 2023 through June 2024 at the organization’s home venue, Newport Classical Recital Hall (42 Dearborn St.). Tickets will go on sale to the public on […]
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Newport County’s Imagination Library celebrates milestone, enrolls 3,000th child
By Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center To 14-month-old Wyatt Brooks, it’s a colorful storybook that can possibly double as a snack, as he nibbles on a corner. To his parents Jeff Brooks and Marina Perea Brooks, it’s the start of a relationship that will deliver books each month to their son. To Judy […]
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What’s Up in Newport Today: Wednesday, July 26
Good Morning! Today is Wednesday, July 26. Today’s newsletter is 1,582 words, approximately an 8-minute read. Governor Dan McKee will join Newport Mayor Xay Khamsyvoravong this morning for a visit to the Newport Public Schools’ Cyber Camp, held this week at CCRI’s Newport Campus, to promote learning beyond the formal school day and beyond the […]
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Adoptable Dog of the Week: Rocky
Meet your new best friend, Rocky – this week’s adoptable dog of the week! Available for adoption at the Potter League for Animals in Middletown, Rocky is a 7-year-old male Mixed-Breed. “Rocky is a handsome, loving boy just waiting to meet you! He is a playful, affectionate dog, and he just loves meeting new friends,” […]
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Gulls clinch Coastal Division for second consecutive season
Newport, R.I. – The Newport Gulls have clinched the Coastal Division for the second consecutive season after they beat the Martha’s Vineyard Sharks, 7-5 in game two of a doubleheader. The Gulls currently lead by five games over the Mystic Schooners with just four games left to play for the Gulls and five for the Schooners. […]
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Gulls split doubleheader vs Sharks
Oak Bluffs, M.A. – The Newport Gulls were able to pick up the game two win, 7-5 to split a doubleheader with the Martha’s Vineyard Sharks on Tuesday night at the Shark Tank. Game 1 Box Score The Sharks offense came out firing on all cylinders as they scored five runs in the second inning behind […]
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Aaron Hernandez brother faces new charges amid concerns over threats, visits to UConn, Brown
By PAT EATON-ROBB AP Sports Writer STORRS, Conn. (AP) — The older brother of late New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez is behind bars after a woman close to him told police she was worried he was planning a school shooting. Dennis Hernandez, a former football player at UConn, was shocked with a stun […]
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RI Department of State launches online application for voters to request a mail ballot
Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and the RI Department of State Elections Division today launched a new online application portal for registered Rhode Island voters to request a mail ballot. “Today’s announcement is an important step forward in our work to modernize and strengthen our elections system,” said Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore. […]
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Dr. Michael Fine – What’s Crazy In Healthcare: Covid and Florida
I finally got Covid this week after flying to Florida to attend a family wedding. Getting Covid was no surprise – all of us will get it eventually – and I was lucky to have a relatively mild version – headache, congestion, fever, fatigue, and cough, bad for one night, worse the next but then […]
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Obituary: Michael J. Seaman
Michael J. Seaman, 61, of Newport, died on July 18, 2023. Born in Newport, he was the son of the late James and Matilda (Smith) Seaman.He was the brother of Helen Ames of Middletown, Henry Seaman (Catherine) of California, Jim Seaman (Beata) of Providence, Paul Seaman (Guia) of Pawtucket, Diane Seaman of Middletown, Frank Seaman […]
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What’s Up in Newport Today: Tuesday, July 25
Good Morning! Today is Tuesday, July 25. Today’s newsletter is 1,210 words, approximately a 6-minute read. Sign up for our free daily newsletter and we’ll deliver this story straight your inbox! On tap for this week and weekend: Newport Folk Festival, Cars & Coffee, and much more. For an entire rundown of what’s happening for […]
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Governor McKee signs executive order establishing July 30 as Governor’s Bay Day
Governor Dan McKee today signed an Executive Order announcing that the 34th annual Governor’s Bay Day celebration will take place on Sunday, July 30. Major perks include free beach parking at all state beaches and free Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) beach bus service. Legislative and local leaders, state agency officials, the Rhode Island […]
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Brown University is among the colleges that have produced the most legislators in the 118th Congress
The most racially and ethnically diverse U.S. Congress to date is also the most educated. The 118th Congress, convened as a result of the 2022 U.S. midterm elections and set to end its term on Jan. 3, 2025, is very well-educated when compared to the people the legislative body represents. According to a report from […]
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WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Christian McBride, Newport Jazz Festival’s Artistic Director
Christian McBride is always part of the music, whether behind the bass as a performer, directing it as an Artistic Director, or talking about it on NPR’s Jazz Night in America and The Lowdown: Conversations With Christian on SiriusXM. McBride, an eight-time GRAMMY-winning bassist, composer, and bandleader, prepares to do some of it all at […]