By Child & Family Community leaders, dignitaries, clients, and friends came together for Child & Family’s 9th Annual Townsend Luncheon, held on Wednesday, June 21, 2023. With much success thanks to Community Partners as well as an exciting Fund the Mission, the luncheon exceeded its goal and raised over $80,000 to benefit Child & Family […]
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Obituary: Irene A. Johnson
Irene A. (Flynn) Johnson Portsmouth, RI -Irene A. (Flynn) Johnson, 92, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, died on July 8, 2023. She was the wife of Raymond J. Johnson, her loving and devoted husband. Born in Brookline, MA on January 9, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Delia (Duggan) Flynn, who both […]
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What’s Up Today: Monday, July 17
This is a What’s Up Newp newsletter. Have this story sent directly to your inbox every morning by signing up for our free daily newsletter! Good Morning! Today is Monday, July 17. Today’s newsletter is 1,429 words, approximately a 7-minute read. 🎺 The first Newport Jazz Festival, known as the First Annual American Jazz Festival, […]
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Obituary: Christopher J. Wood
Christopher J. Wood, a lifetime resident of Tiverton, RI, passed away in his home on July 14, 2023, with his wife by his side. He was 57 years old. Born in Fall River, MA, Chris was the son of the late Grant W. Wood and Patricia A. Coffey. Chris leaves behind a legacy of love […]
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NECBL announces five Newport Gulls to Eastern Division All-Star Team
The NECBL announced that five Newport Gulls players will be representing the East Division and head to Lynn, Massachusetts for the 2023 NECBL All-Star game on July 23rd. Santhosh Gottam (Brown University) will be the game’s starting pitcher. Kevin Seitter (Quinnipiac University) and Jake Hunter (East Carolina University) will be all-star pitcher reserves. On the offensive side, Tyler Hare (Georgia Tech) will […]
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National Weather Service issues Flash Flood Warning
The National Weather Service has issued upgraded its Flood Watch to a Flash Flood Warning for portions of Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut. Flash Flood WarningNational Weather Service Boston/Norton MA136 PM EDT Sun Jul 16 2023 * Flash Flood Warning for…East Central Windham County in northern Connecticut…Southwestern Bristol County in southeastern Massachusetts…Bristol County in Rhode […]
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Obituary: Ryan Patrick McDonough
Ryan Patrick McDonough, 40, of Middletown, Rhode Island, died unexpectedly on July 12, 2023. Born in Newport, RI on July 16, 1982, he was the son of Joanne (Burgess) McDonough and the late Patrick “Mac” McDonough. Ryan was a 2000 graduate of Middletown High School and continued his education at URI, graduating with a Masters […]
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Obituary: Edna Mae Wells
Edna M. Wells, 87, of Newport, Rhode Island transitioned into the arms of our Lord and Savior on July 13, 2023. She was formerly married to the late Billy Wells, and the late John C. Nelson, Sr. who was her best friend and the father of her seven children. Born in Newport, Rhode Island on […]
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More than half of declared candidates for House District 1 apparently fail to acquire adequate signatures to run
With the deadline past for filing papers to run for House District 1, more than half of the 35 that initially declared apparently failed to collect the required number of signatures to appear on the ballot. That leaves some 15 candidates in the race. That’s according to the Rhode Island Secretary of State’s office. That […]
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What’s Up Today: Sunday, July 16
Good Morning! Today is Sunday, July 16. Today’s newsletter is 1,648 words, approximately a 8-minute read. 👏 At 7:05 a.m. on Saturday, July 15, following a minor delay due to this morning’s thunderstorms, more than 200 swimmers took to the waves of Narragansett Bay’s East Passage in the 47th Save The Bay Swim, raising both funds and […]
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Obituary: Anne M. Lewis
Mrs. Anne M. Lewis, 92, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday July 11, 2023; she passed away peacefully at home. Anne Lewis was born on October 24, 1930, in Warwick, RI to Giovanni (John) and Luisa (DiCarlo) Padula. Anne was the wife of the late Ralph T. Lewis, […]
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Obituary: Julian Francis Peckham III
Julian Francis Peckham III (Jay), 67, of Middletown, RI passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 9, 2023. He was born on October 4, 1955, in Newport, RI., and was predeceased by his parents, Julian F. Peckham, Jr. (Dede) and Jean Macdonald Peckham. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Robin Garforth Peckham, […]
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Jaws Summer Party returns to The JPT on July 20 and July 21 with live music, live sharks, and more
What’s Up Newp and The JPT Film & Event Center will present our annual Jaws Summer parties on Thursday, July 20, and Friday, July 21. Sponsored by Narragansett Beer, who will be in-house with merch, swag, and beer tasting! Save The Bay will have a shark tank in the lobby full of juvenile chain-link cat sharks, shark jaws, egg cases, and more. Clean Ocean Access and Newport […]
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What’s Up Today: Saturday, July 15
Good Morning! Today is Saturday, July 15. Today’s newsletter is 1,836 words, approximately a 9-minute read. ⚠️ The weather has made it an interesting start to the day for the 250+ swimmers participating in the two-mile Save The Bay Swim this morning. Save The Bay shared on social media at 4:14 am, “It’s #SaveTheBaySwim day! We’re off […]
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House Hunting? There are 54 open houses taking place across Newport County this weekend
Here is a list of open houses taking place in Newport County this weekend. For more information or photos on any listing, click here. RenderedDisplays3692Download
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Obituary: Scott K. Wagner
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Scott K Wagner, announces his passing on July 4, 2023, after a brave fight against Lymphoma. Born in Elmira, NY, Scott was the son of the late Harry & Kate Wagner as well as the brother to Frankie, Harry Jr., Fred, and Sandy. Scott was also […]
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House District 1 candidates begin filing signatures, hopeful of qualifying for the ballot
(This story is an update as of 11 p.m. today, July 14) At what appears to be the close for filing nomination papers, 15 of the 34 candidates who declared for the District 1 House of Representatives race filed papers with a sufficient number of signatures to qualify for the ballot. The signatures still need […]
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Gulls offense erupts for 11 runs and dominate the Waves, 11-3
Newport, RI – The Newport Gulls took down the Ocean State Waves, 11-3 in the fifth iteration of the Pell-Bridge Series on Friday night at Cardines Field. Box Score Both teams went scoreless through the first two innings but the bats came alive in the third. The Waves scored first on a solo home run by Kyree […]
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NUWC Division Newport cybersecurity engineer selected for Society of Women Engineers Helen Martha Sternberg Award
By NUWC Division Newport Public Affairs Newport, R.I. – Kaylee Cabral, an engineer in the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport Combat Systems Department Cybersecurity Division, was presented the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) Helen Martha Sternberg Award for 2023 during Division Newport’s Annual Awards ceremony held on June 7. The award is given annually […]
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Road Report: Schedule of lane closures and road construction projects (July 15 – 22)
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). Pell Bridge Ramps Phase 2, Newport Project update from RIDOT Drainage installation will continue along the north side of Admiral Kalbfus Road from the roundabout to the Malbone Road […]
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Newport to take on Pittsburgh at Newport Polo on July 15
The Newport International Polo Series, presented by Turkish Airlines, is gearing up for an intense showdown as Team Newport prepares to face their longstanding rivals from Pittsburgh on Saturday, July 15 at 5 pm. This highly anticipated match marks the 7th consecutive challenge between the two teams, adding another chapter to their heated rivalry. Last […]
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Women breakthrough at the 39th Newport Regatta – in the most physically demanding class
By Narragansett Bay Adult Athletic Sailing Association When the dust settled on last weekend’s 39th annual Newport Regatta hosted by Sail Newport, some new ground was broken. The Newport Regatta has a wide range of classes racing from the Historic 12-Meter’s to the modern 2-person keel boats called VX One. One class that […]
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Revolutions on Granite: Ukrainian skate documentary to screen at Jamestown Arts Center
Revolutions on Granite, a Ukraine skate documentary, screens at the Jamestown Arts Center on Wednesday, August 2, at 7 pm. A Q+A with filmmakers Peter Dayton Conopask and Brendan Gilliam will immediately follow the film. Revolutions on Granite explains the history of Ukrainian skateboarding and its parallels with the region’s eventful geopolitical turmoil of the last forty years. Highlighted is […]
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What’s Up Today: Friday, July 14
Sign up for What’sUpNewp’s free daily newsletter and we’ll deliver this post straight to your inbox every morning around 7 am! Good Morning! Today is Friday, July 14. Today’s newsletter is 1,593 words, approximately an 8-minute read. 🗳️ With essential deadlines looming today and Saturday, twelve of the thirty-four candidates for the District 1 U.S. […]
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Mondays in Miantonomi: Rhode Island Black Storytellers on July 17
By Aquidneck Community Table These exciting community events and farmers markets continue on Monday afternoon, July 17, in Newport’s lovely Miantonomi Park, adjacent to Hillside Avenue. Between 2 and 5PM, visitors will enjoy free activities for children and youth; cooking demonstrations by Black Beans Providence, and free fresh produce from Produce to the People, a […]