In 2022, it was the summer’s intense heat that affected water quality in ponds, lakes, rivers and streams throughout Rhode Island, as well at sites in Connecticut, Massachusetts and New York. But 2023 was much wetter, causing more stormwater runoff and bacteria to enter the state and region’s bodies of water. In fact, the National […]
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Newport Pell Bridge lanes shifting next week
Drivers traveling on the Newport Pell Bridge will want to prepare for lane shifts next week as the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has announced upcoming changes to the traffic pattern at the Newport Pell Bridge plaza. Between March 5 and March 7, single lanes of traffic will be shifted from the westbound side […]
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‘Dune: Part 2’ will open at The JPT on its national release date
The Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center (The JPT) is bringing the much-awaited sequel to the 2021 sci-fi epic Dune to The JPT for a two-week run beginning its national release date, March 1. Dune: Part 2 is the first film in recent history to open at The JPT on its national release date. “We’re very […]
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Newport Police Dispatch & Arrest Log: Feb. 27 – 28
In addition to the arrest of a Newport man for robbery, arson, breaking and entering, and felony assault, Newport Police officers arrested another Newport man overnight in Newport. Justin Hazard, 38, of Newport, Rhode Island, was taken into custody at 2:35 am on a charge of Warrant Superior Court Bench. Dispatch Log Press-Log-2-27-to-2-28-1Download
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Newport Mansions selects Digital Kitchen to evolve and modernize visitor experience
Today, the Preservation Society of Newport County announced that it has chosen Digital Kitchen as its creative and experienced design partner following a competitive selection process. According to the Preservation Society of Newport County, the Los Angeles-based design studio will work with the Newport Mansions team to evolve and modernize the visitor experience with immersive […]
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Newport Police arrest Newport man for robbery, arson, breaking and entering, and felony assault
Newport Police Department arrested a Newport man shortly after midnight on Wednesday on multiple charges. After several incidents in the Bellevue Avenue area of Newport, including a fire at Cary Mansion (a.k.a. Seaview Terrace), Foster Krupa, 25, of Newport, Rhode Island, has been charged with Robbery, Arson, Breaking and Entering, 2 counts of Felony Assault […]
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Legislation seeks to protect patients from prior authorizations, used to limit health care
Sen. Linda Ujifusa and Rep. Teresa A. Tanzi are sponsoring legislation to require study and improved control of health insurers’ use of prior authorization to limit health care. A prior authorization (PA) is an approval from a health insurance plan that the insurer may require before it will cover a service or prescription. “Insurers claim […]
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Obituary: Joseph G. Silvia Jr.
Joseph George Silvia Jr. died peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family in Newport Rhode Island on February 26, 2024 the age of 92 of natural causes. Joseph was born in August of 1931 in Newport, Rhode Island to Joseph G. and Anna M. Silvia. He graduated from Roger’s High School in 1950 and […]
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Rhode Island lawmaker proposes tax to curb private equity home buying
A new tax on properties with more than $15 million in sales would discourage private equity groups from buying up homes, which would help first-time homebuyers, according to Rep. Brian Newberry. The Real Estate Conveyance Tax would levy a $6.90 tax for every $500 paid for a single-family home. The tax would apply to corporations […]
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Budget, school construction, and attendance are all on the agenda for WUN’s conversation with Newport School Superintendent
While kids were on their winter break, Newport School Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain remained focused on a myriad of issues, including strategic planning, the budget, and Rogers High School construction. She joins WUN for her monthly videocast on Wednesday, February 28, at 1:30 p.m. to discuss these and other issues in Newport schools. These are […]
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Playful Milkdud seeks a loving, sweet forever home
Meet your new best friend, Milkdud – this week’s adoptable dog of the week! Milkdud is a one-year-old mixed breed and is available for adoption at the Potter League for Animals in Middletown. “This sweet boy loves the company of humans. He is so friendly to every person he meets and will give all of […]
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People’s Credit Union supports MLK Center with a donation
People’s Credit Union recently presented a check for $2,000 to the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center. The donation is aimed at supporting the essential work of the Center in nourishing, educating, and supporting people across Newport County. Sean Daly, Head of People’s Credit Union, and Courtney Hunter, Head of Community Development, handed over […]
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Obituary: James Hargrow
James Hargrow 62, of Newport, RI passed away peacefully on February 19, 2024 at Heathwood Nursing Home, James was born October 07, 1962 in Newport, RI, the son of late Barbara Jean Hargrow and the late James Hargrow. James attended the public schools of Newport and worked few years at the Navy Base and Shaw’s […]
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Rhode Island bill would prevent the state from implementing any mandatory vaccinations in the future
A bill has been submitted to the Rhode Island House of Represenatives that would prevent the state from implementing any mandatory vaccinations in the future, including COVID-19 vaccines. The legislation was introduced by Representative Robert Quattrocchi, a Republican who represents District 41 – Scituate, Cranston. “One of my immediate main concerns at the beginning of […]
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Middletown submits Stage II Application for new school, related work
Middletown has filed its Stage II application with the state Department of Education (RIDE) for a new middle-high school and related work. The news is the latest step the community must complete to build the 200,000-square-foot school on open property just north of the existing Gaudet Middle School. The close to 2,300-page Stage 2 document […]
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Rhode Island Attorney General’s Office appoints new director of Community Violence Intervention and Prevention
The Rhode Island Attorney General’s Office has a new director of Community Violence Intervention and Prevention. The new role will spearhead outreach to community organizations to prevent violence. Paul Fox has extensive experience in community violence prevention and has worked for the Nonviolence Institute and the City of Providence. “Our Office continues to attract dedicated […]
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2 Rhode Island men arrested in Newport on Bench Warrants
A 31-year-old man from Providence, Rhode Island, and a 38-year-old from Newport, Rhode Island, were taken into custody on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, according to the Newport Police Department. Brandon Reynolds, 31, of Providence, was taken into custody on February 26, 2024, on charges of bench warrant issued by the 4th District Court. Justin Hazard, […]
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Rhode Island Department of State reminds voters of upcoming deadlines for presidential preference primary election
The Rhode Island Department of State is reminding eligible voters of the approaching deadlines to register or disaffiliate in order to vote in the state’s presidential preference primary election on April 2, 2024. Voters must register in person by March 3; they can register online or at their local board of canvassers’ office. The deadline […]
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Middletown’s Property Assessments are in the mail
The Town of Middletown has announced that property assessment notices are in the mail and expected to be delivered by the end of the week. The notices are part of the town’s Revaluation 2024 process. According to the town, all residential properties in Middletown are projected to increase close to 43 percent in value, compared […]
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Herren Organizations Illuminate a Beacon of Hope with special guests Governor McKee and Mayor Smiley in attendance
The Herren Organizations, alongside honored guests Governor Dan McKee of the State of Rhode Island and Mayor Brett Smiley of Providence, are set to cast a radiant glow over the State House Dome in purple, symbolizing a commitment to the prevention of substance misuse and a celebration of recovery and overall wellness. This initiative marks […]
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Rose Island artist residency application now open
The Rose Island Lighthouse & Fort Hamilton Trust–a 501c3 nonprofit organization that works to preserve the historic and environmental integrity of Rose Island and maintain the lighthouse as open for public access and education–is offering this opportunity to Rhode Island-based artists to come stay on the island for 6 nights in mid-September to work on […]
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On the ballot: Constitutional Convention
Voters in November, besides a host of contested political races and statewide and local referenda, will be voting to determine whether the state holds a constitutional convention. If approved, it will be the state’s third constitutional convention since 1973, and first since 1986. The 1986 constitutional convention was the last held by any state in […]
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Book Review: Thomas Mullen’s portrayal of a divided nation in 1943 draws parallels to today
It’s 1943, a quarter century after the armistice that ended the so-called Great War, and Americans are once again fighting in foreign lands, battling the ascendant Empire of Japan in the Pacific and confronting Germany’s Afrika Corp along the southern rim of the Mediterranean Sea. The country had been divided over whether to enter the […]
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Alliance Française de Newport to Celebrate the Month of the Francophonie
The Alliance Française de Newport is preparing to celebrate the Month of the Francophonie with three events: A Perfume Experience, A Crêpe Fest, and A Masked Ball. The month of March is dedicated to celebrating French language and culture. A Perfume Experience will occur on March 3rd at the French Confection (72 East Main Road, […]