Concerned about making Middletown as affordable as possible for seniors, veterans and the handicapped, Town Councilman Dennis Turano proposes increasing tax exemptions by 10 percent, an idea welcomed by his colleagues. The following is a press release from the Town of Middletown; The Town Council looks to be moving forward with an additional 10 percent […]
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What’s Up This Weekend: Heart & Sole Walk for Animals, Goat Hikes, Barks & Brews, 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: Gardiner Lee Sherman
Gardiner L. Sherman son of the late Marion and Henry Sherman, husband to M. Jean Sullivan Sherman passed away on Monday, October 18th after a long illness. Gardiner was a graduate of Rogers High School, served in the United States Coast Guard, worked and retired from the Newport Electric Corporation. Gardiner was an active outdoorsman; […]
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Irish immigrant women in domestic service topic of upcoming lecture
The Museum of Newport Irish History has announced the second talk in its 20th Annual Michael F. Crowley Lecture Series, to be presented “virtually” on Monday, October 25, 2021, at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom. Dr. Margaret Lynch-Brennan and Ms. Leslie B. Jones will present a talk entitled, ”The Irish Bridget: Irish Immigrant Women in Domestic Service in America, 1840-1930 […]
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Foiling Kiteboarder slashes 1 minute and 14 seconds off Around Jamestown Record
The following was submitted by Around Jamestown Record A new outright record was set on Tuesday, October 19th for the Around Jamestown Record. Rob Spets on his Foiling Kiteboard Skellinger, completed the attempt around Jamestown with an elapsed time of 50 minutes and 48 seconds. This bests the previous record of 00:52:02, held by Jason Carroll’s Mod70 […]
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Living History Event brings re-enactors, spectators to Butts Hill Fort
Cannon and musket fire resounded through Butts Hill Fort in Portsmouth once again on Sunday as Revolutionary War-era reenactors from various units demonstrated the elements of 18th-century warfare. Sounds of muskets return to Butts Hill Fort on Sunday, October 17. Photo by Nminese More than 100 attendees enjoyed a beautiful fall day while learning about […]
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What’s Up Newp videocast explores Rhode Island Housing Crisis
There remains a housing crisis in Rhode Island, with nearly 30 percent of homeowners and nearly 50 percent of renters unable to afford the homes in which they live. That means that families and individuals are struggling to pay their mortgage or rent, to pay for food or utilities, and foregoing on necessary medicines. Those […]
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Obituary: Paulette Henshaw
Paulette Joyce Henshaw born on December 21, 1946 in Newport, Rhode Island, daughter of the late Stanley Furtek and Mary Malone Furtek, unexpectedly passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 16, 2021 in the early morning hours. Mrs. Henshaw is survived by her loving husband, Jeffery Henshaw, her adoring children, Cheryl Stone, Randy Petschel, Keith Petschel, […]
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Sour Grapes – A Comic Strip by Tim Jones
Here’s this week’s Sour Grapes, enjoy! If you’re heading for Rhode Island Comic Con this weekend, look for Tim Jones. He’ll be set up in a booth all weekend. Join us next Tuesday for the next edition of Sour Grapes! About Tim Jones / Sour Grapes Tim Jones is the creator, artist and writer of […]
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Obituary: Edwin D. McDonnell
Edwin D. McDonnell, 63, of Middletown, Rhode Island, passed away on October 14, 2021 at Newport Hospital.He was the husband of Amy Gardner McDonnell. Edwin was born in Newport, Rhode Island on October 29, 1957 to the late Edwin F. and Angela M. Ferrazzoli McDonnell. He grew up in Newport and was a graduate of […]
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Cathleen Carr named new executive director of newportFILM
newportFILM today announced the appointment of Cathleen Carr as its new executive director. According to a press release from newportFILM, Carr comes to them with nearly 20 years of arts, culture, and non-profit experience. “Since 2013, Carr has served as director of programs as well as director of innovation and engagement for New York City’s […]
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Potter League to host 32nd Annual Heart & Sole Walk for Animals at Fort Adams
Potter League for Animals is hosting their 32nd annual Heart and Sole Walk for Animals on Sunday, October 24th at 10 am at Fort Adams State Park. Animal lovers and their four-legged friends will gather at Fort Adams for Rhode Island’s largest dog walk to raise funds and awareness to benefit the Potter League for Animals and the thousands […]
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Obituary: Patricia “Patsy” Ewenson
via O’Neill Hayes Funeral Home Patricia “Patsy” Ewenson, 77, passed away peacefully in her Newport home on Saturday, October 9th, 2021. She now joins her recently deceased husband, Geoffrey Ewenson. Born in Newport to Helen (Kelly) Dwyer and Timothy Dwyer, she was the fourth of nine children. She spent most of her childhood growing up […]
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Obituary: Barbara Ripa
via O’Neill Hayes Funeral Home Barbara Ripa, 89, passed away at home in Portsmouth surrounded by her family on October 10, 2021. Born Barbara Anne Henry in Newport, RI to Katherine (Maher) and Robert Henry, she was the oldest of four. She was the wife of the late Joseph A. Ripa, whom she married in […]
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Obituary: Elizabeth M Casella
Elizabeth Mary Casella, age 62, of Newport, Rhode Island, passed away on October 11, 2021. Elizabeth was born in Queens New York to her parents James and Jane Burns. Elizabeth grew up in Queens as part of large loving family of six sisters and one brother.Elizabeth was a strong, ambitious, and vibrant woman who knew […]
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Changing seasons, changing exhibits at Little Compton Historical Society
As fall and winter weather approaches, the Little Compton Historical Society is updating its hours and offerings. The Women’s History exhibit, occupying the special exhibition space since July 2020, will make way for a new exhibit on historic houses coming in July 2022. The last opportunity to view the Women’s History Special Exhibit in person […]
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‘Rock The Mansion’ raises more than $150,000 for Newport Mental Health
Newport residents and business owners came out in droves for Newport Mental Health’s 7th Annual Rock-the-Mansion gala recently, helping the agency gross over $150,000, much of which will be used for emergency shelter, bilingual translation services and outfitting clinician offices for the ever-growing people in need of mental health services in Newport County. “The response […]
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Obituary: Grace Elaine Kinnunen
Grace Elaine Kinnunen, 84, of Portsmouth, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, October 14, 2021. She was born in Fall River, Massachusetts on March 31, 1937 and was the daughter of the late Hazel (Astin) May Clarke and William H. Clark, Jr. Throughout her life, Grace was an avid learner and always happy […]
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Newport String Quartet to perform Dvorak, Montgomery, and Tate at St Columba’s
On October 31st at 2 pm, the Newport String Project will present an afternoon of chamber music performed by the Newport String Quartet at the Great Hall on the grounds of St Columba’s in Middletown. The program will explore the music of America from three very different perspectives. Antonin Dvorak’s beloved String Quartet in F Major, op 96 […]
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‘Normandie’ estate on Ocean Drive sells for $12.5 million
Gustave White Sotheby’s International Realty today announced the sale of “Normandie” located at 232 Ocean Avenue in Newport. The property sold for $12,500,000. The seller was represented by Paul A. Leys, Broker and co-owner of Gustave White Sotheby’s International Realty, and the buyer was represented by Suzi Nance of Capital Realty. Located on Newport’s famed […]
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Obituary: Joseph Paul Silva
Joseph Paul Silva, 87, of Newport, Rhode Island, passed away unexpectedly on October 11, 2021 at Newport Hospital.He was the husband to the late Evelyn Marie (Raposa) Silva who recently passed away on April 8, 2021, they had been married for 64 years.Joseph was born in Newport, on Coggeshall Avenue, to Antone and Alice (Medeiros) […]
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Obituary: Barbara Isabelle Finney
Barbara Isabel Finney, 76, of Newport, Rhode Island, passed away on October 12, 2021 at home with her family by her side. She was the wife of Larry K. Finney. Barbara was born in Newport to Ludlow and Barbara (Stewart) Mahan.She grew up in Newport, where she met the love of her life, Larry.Barbara is […]
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Seamen’s Church Institute offering a free meal to anyone who needs it on Thanksgiving
Seamen’s Church Institute will host its annual, free Thanksgiving Day meal again this year. For the safety of our community, this freshly prepared turkey dinner with all the fixings will be distributed as a takeaway meal on November 25, 2021, from 11 am to 12 pm. Guests are required to wear a face-covering when picking up […]
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Obituary: Andre’ Lussier
Andre’ Lussier, 96, of Middletown, Rhode Island, passed away on October 7, 2021 at Newport Hospital after a brief illness. The youngest of 21 children, Mr. Lussier was born in Fall River, Massachusetts to Gaudiace P. and Mathilda (LaBonte) Lussier. For 63 years, he was married to the love of his life, Elaine M. (Knauf) […]
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Obituary: Madelyn A. Moy
Madelyn A. Moy, age 79, of 41 Woodland Drive, Portsmouth, died peacefully surrounded by her loving family on the 13th day of October, 2021 after a brief illness. She was the wife of John E. Moy of Portsmouth. They had been married 60 years. Born in Newport on October 15, 1941, she was the daughter […]