In the decade-plus since the Transportation Climate Initiative (TCI) was first developed under the Carcieri administration, there has been growing, bipartisan consensus that we must end our dependence on fossil fuels for the health of the people in our communities and our planet. No one disputes that reality. And in that decade of work and […]
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Rhode Island’s Annual Hotel Week expands to “Hotel Month RI” with savings up to 40% off
Rhode Island tourism, in conjunction with over 30 hotels and resorts across The Ocean State, today announced the launch of “Hotel Month RI” this January. Hotel Month RI invites visitors and residents to take advantage of rates up to 40% off at a wide variety of accommodations at luxury hotels, historic inns and cozy B&Bs. […]
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Norman Bird Sanctuary celebrates record-breaking year, kicks off ‘Day of Giving’
The 72nd Annual Meeting of the Norman Bird Sanctuary was held on Thursday, November 18, 2021. Members, supporters, and friends gathered to reflect on the accomplishments of the 2021 fiscal year, which included a banner 82% increase in visitor support and a 33% growth in membership support. “By increasing support and engaging more people through our programs, events, […]
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Obituary: Roberta Ann Raffa
Roberta Ann Raffa, 94, passed away on November 18, 2021 at Grace Barker Nursing Center in Warren, RI. She was the wife of the late Thomas P. Raffa. Roberta was born in Newport, RI on October 16, 1927. She was the daughter of the late Raymond J. and Janet C. (Gillis) Diggles. Mrs. Raffa worked […]
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Obituary: Keith W. Luther
Keith W. Luther, 84, of Portsmouth, RI, passed away on November 15, 2021 at Charlton Memorial Hospital. Keith was born in Providence, RI to Charles E. and Barbara (Fields) Luther Jr. He was the husband of the late Dana (Zwicker) Luther. Raised in Bristol, RI, Keith’s family had many dairy farms throughout town, lastly the […]
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What’s Up This Weekend: Ice Skating, Holidays at the Newport Mansions, Sparkling Lights, and more
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport this weekend. This story may be updated as we learn about additional events or listings. Have an event you’d like to see added to this list or a future list? Add it to our event calendar. Note: An event or performance may change at […]
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Obituary: Joan M McLaughlin
Jenny M. McLaughlin, 89, of Newport, RI, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2021, surrounded by her family and the wonderful caring staff of Newport Hospital. Joan was born in Seekonk, MA, to the late John and Mary (Viera) Ortiz. She was the wife of the late Maynard (Slim) McLaughlin. Jenny was a beautiful person, […]
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Obituary: Robin Denise Powell
Robin Powell, age 59, of Middletown, Rhode Island, passed away on November 10, 2021. Robin was born in Newport, RI to Edward and Joan Angel. Robin married Christopher Powell of Middletown, RI on May 20th in 1983. Robin is survived by her husband, Christopher Powell, her parents, Edward and Joan Angel, her children, Christopher Powell […]
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Opinion: Pell and new Rogers building milestones
Last week the “last beam” was placed on the Pell addition with all students signing the beam! This milestone is a year ahead of schedule, from the timeline voters approved just last November– GREAT NEWS! Our team of Behan Brothers, Studio JAED, Downes and the School Building Committee (SBC) has fast-tracked the project so all […]
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‘Santa Magic’ coming to Long Wharf Mall
Look out Rockefeller Center!! A Newport in Bloom decorated Christmas Tree is coming to the Shops at Long Wharf. Newport in Bloom is decorating its first-ever Christmas Tree on the Long Wharf Mall in front of the Discover Newport “pop-up” Store. Santa has taken notice, and on November 27 he will be making one of his first Newport visits, checking his […]
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Newport Navy Choristers’ Holiday Concert returns, will benefit Agricultural Education Program
The Newport Navy Choristers, under the direction of Lori McDowell, will present their annual holiday concert on the evening of December 10, 2021, at 7:30 PM at St. Barnabas Church, 1697 East Main Road in Portsmouth. The concert will benefit the Portsmouth AgInnovation Farm, a project of Eastern Rhode Island Conservation District and Portsmouth Middle […]
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Obituary: Madison A. Bailey Jr.
Madison A. Bailey Jr., 84, of Bath, NH, formerly of Portsmouth, RI, passed away on Sunday, November 14, 2021. Madison, known to many of his friends as Beetle, was born on December 23, 1936 in Concord, NH to the late Madison and Bessie (La Bonty) Bailey. He was the husband of F. Lynn (Hathaway) Bailey […]
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Obituary: Patricia A. Gall
Patricia A. Gall, 75, of Portsmouth, RI, passed away on November 13, 2021 at Charlton Memorial Hospital. She was the wife of the late Donald C. Gall. Patricia was born in Norwich, CT to the late Francis and Ann (Janis) Jutkiewicz. She was raised in Montville, CT and soon found a job working for the […]
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Newport Polo President receives George S. Patton Jr. Award
As our nation prepared to celebrate the 96th annual Veterans Day, the Armed Forces Committee of the United States Polo Association (USPA) named Newport Polo’s Dan Keating the recipient of the 2021 General George S Patton Jr. Award. This national award is presented to the USPA member who has gone above the call of duty to […]
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Obituary: Charles C. Morgan
Charles C. Morgan, 91, of Portsmouth, RI, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, November 14, 2021. Charles was born on May 22, 1930, in New York City, NY to the late John and Annie (McLaughlin) Morgan. He was the husband of the late Bridget P. (Flynn) Morgan for the past 65 years. Charlie was […]
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Obituary: James J. O’Leary Jr.
James Joseph “Jim” O’Leary Jr., 89, of Newport, RI, passed away on Thursday, November 11, 2021, in Newport. Jim was born in Newport to James O’Leary and Francis (Donovan) O’Leary on September 23, 1932. He attended Newport schools and graduated high school in 1950 and served in the U.S. Army in the Korean War from 1950-1953. He then worked as a mail distributor for Naval War College until […]
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Obituary: Charles Kent Woodward
Charles Kent Woodward, age 59, of Munford, Tennessee, passed away on November 10, 2021 at Newport Hospital. He was the husband of Millie (Hane) Woodward. Chuck was born in Omaha, NE to Georgia (Ferneau) Woodward and the late Jay M. Woodward. He was a graduate of Omaha North High School and enlisted into the United […]
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Newport Mayor Napolitano discusses city’s issues with What’s Up Newp on Monday at noon
Newport Mayor Jeanne Marie Napolitano joins WhatsUpNewp on Monday at noon for what will become a monthly videocast. We’ll be exploring numerous issues confronting the city, new programs, and important ongoing projects. On Monday, we’ll be asking the mayor about the former casino property and other north end projects, and the city’s vision for economic […]
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Obituary: Mary Lou Schlip
Middletown, RI – Mary Lou (Watson) Schlip, 83, long time resident of Portsmouth, RI entered into eternal life on November 9, 2021 surrounded by her loving family. She was the loving wife of 53 years of late husband, Donald P. Schlip, Sr.Mary Lou was born in Fall River, MA, the daughter of the late Walter […]
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Now Hiring: 87 job opportunities available right now in and around Newport
Looking for a new gig, job, or career? Here’s a roundup of some of the companies that are hiring right now in the Newport area. All jobs were posted or provided to us within the last seven days and are located within five miles of downtown Newport. Are you a business owner and manager who […]
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Beavertail Farm estate in Jamestown sells for $6.294 million
Lila Delman Compass today announced the significant sale of 589 Beavertail Road for $6,294,750. Bob Bailey, Manager of Lila Delman Compass’ Block Island office, represented the seller. According to data maintained from the Rhode Island Statewide MLS, this transaction marks the third-highest sale in Jamestown this year.* “I was honored to have the opportunity to sell this […]
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Opinion: Rhode Island’s ‘lost girls’ – completely unacceptable
On November 6, Tom Mooney authored an insightful look at the vulnerable young girls in state care (Providence Journal Watchdog Report: Rhode Island’s Lost Girls). Quite frankly, it is an awful commentary on how the state of Rhode Island is failing this vulnerable population. When do we say enough is enough? Two RI Family Court judges […]
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Obituary: Micheline Marguerite Marion
Micheline Marguerite (Filippi) Marion passed away at the age of 100 on November 9, 2021 at St Clare Home in Newport RI. At her side were her daughters Christine and Sandra. Micheline was born to Raoul and Charlotte Filippi in Paris, France on April 30, 1921. Living with her parents and working as a secretary […]
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What’s Up This Weekend: Hoods Up Weekend, Aquidneck 10k, Newport Restaurant Week, and more
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport this weekend. This story may be updated as we learn about additional events or listings. Have an event you’d like to see added to this list or a future list? Add it to our event calendar. Note: An event or performance may change at […]
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Museum of Newport Irish History to host talk, “Cheers to Eire: The Political Life of J. Howard McGrath”
The Museum of Newport Irish History will hold the third talk in its 20th Annual Michael F. Crowley Lecture Series on November 15, at 6:00 p.m., via Zoom and in person at the Wayfinder Hotel in Newport. The talk, entitled “Cheers to Eire: The Political Life of J. Howard McGrath,” will be presented by Dr. Debra […]