As concerns about the impacts of climate change and rising utility costs continue to grow among Rhode Island residents, Congress has passed a new law that aims to make clean energy more affordable and accessible. The Inflation Reduction Act, signed into law by President Biden earlier this summer, offers a range of incentives and tax […]
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Arctic air will blast much of US just before Christmas
By JEFF MARTIN and JULIE WALKER Associated Press ATLANTA (AP) — Forecasters are warning of treacherous holiday travel and life-threatening cold for much of the nation as an arctic air mass blows into the already-frigid southern United States. “We’re looking at much-below normal temperatures, potentially record-low temperatures leading up to the Christmas holiday,” said Zack […]
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Tucker scores 15, Georgia State defeats Rhode Island 75-66
ATLANTA (AP) — Brenden Tucker had 15 points in Georgia State’s 75-66 win against Rhode Island on Sunday. Tucker was 4 of 13 shooting, including 3 for 8 from distance, and went 4 for 6 from the line for the Panthers (6-5). Dwon Odom scored 14 points and added eight assists. Evan Johnson also scored […]
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State House homeless encampment removed after legal fight
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Workers removed tents set up outside of Rhode Island’s State House on Saturday after a judge sided with Democratic Gov. Dan McKee in a lawsuit over the people who had been camping there to protest a lack of adequate housing. The ACLU and the R.I. Center for Justice had sued on […]
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Open Houses: 12 homes to check out in Newport County this weekend
On the market for a new home? Here’s a look at what homes are hosting an open house this weekend, December 16 – 18, 2022. Tyler Bernadyn In the market for a home or have questions about the home-buying process? Contact me or visit my Digital Buyer Consult website for more information. Newport 16 Gould St | […]
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Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker to be next NCAA president
By RALPH D. RUSSO AP College Sports Writer Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker will be the next president of the NCAA, stepping in to lead an organization with diminished power amid sweeping change across college sports. The NCAA announced Thursday that Baker will replace Mark Emmert as the head of the largest college sports governing body in the country, with […]
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Office of the Attorney General reminds Rhode Islanders of approaching dates for recently enacted firearms legislation
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Following the United States District Court issuing a decision today refusing to enjoin Rhode Island’s ban on large capacity magazines, the Rhode Island Office of the Attorney General reminds Rhode Islanders of two key dates for recently enacted firearms safety laws in Rhode Island: December 18, 2022, the last day for Rhode Islanders who […]
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Lt. Gov. Matos joins What’sUpNewp on Dec. 14 for a discussion of her priorities as she enters her first full term in office
When Sabina Matos was a candidate for her first full term as lieutenant governor, she set her priorities as affordable housing, broadband, and tourism. Now, we’ll ask her how she hopes to address each of these issues during a 4 pm videocast on Wednesday, December 14. Matos was appointed as the 70th Lieutenant Governor of […]
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HSBC updates climate policy to stop funding new oil and gas
HSBC, Europe’s biggest bank, announced Wednesday it will no longer finance new oil and gas fields as part of its updated climate strategy. Climate campaigners welcomed the moved saying HSBC provided a new baseline for other major banks but urged the bank to go further. The bank said it would still provide financing to existing […]
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Rhode Islanders invited to kick off the New Year with #FirstDayHike at Fort Wetherill State Park
PROVIDENCE, RI – The Department of Environmental Management (DEM) invites Rhode Islanders to kick off 2023 and celebrate the New Year by joining a #FirstDayHike at Fort Wetherill State Park in Jamestown on Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023. First Day Hikes are part of a nationwide initiative led by America’s State Parks to encourage people to get outdoors. Last year, nearly 85,000 people rang in the New Year, collectively hiking over 176,366 miles throughout the country on the hikes. This hike, the seventh such event DEM has hosted, is set for 11 AM to 1 PM.
“DEM is excited to ring in the New Year with a First Day Hike at Fort Wetherill State Park,” said DEM Director Terry Gray. “The ocean views at Wetherill are awesome and what better way to kick off the New Year than by getting outside and enjoying nature? Whether you are a first-time visitor to Fort Wetherill or a regular, we hope that the hike inspires you to make Rhode Island’s State Parks an important part of your wellness and recreation routine in 2023 and beyond.”
DEM will be offering commemorative pins to participants. Divisions of the DEM Natural Resources Bureau will be on hand offering information about agency programs and services. Leashed dogs are allowed if the leash is no longer than six feet. A local historian will be on site offering education about Fort Wetherill. Children must be always accompanied by an adult. The 1.2-mile walk is wheelchair-accessible and stroller-friendly. The walk will be held rain or shine, so DEM encourages participants to dress accordingly.
Fort Wetherill State Park, situated upon 100-foot-high granite cliffs across the water from Fort Adams State Park, is a former coastal defense battery and training camp. Known for its spectacular view of Newport Harbor and the East Passage of Narragansett Bay, Fort Wetherill has been a popular sight for viewing the numerous Tall Ship Events and America’s Cup Races. The area also is a major attraction for scuba diving, with diving clubs using the facilities at the boat ramp year-round. Additionally, the park offers family and group picnicking, boating, fishing, hiking, and opportunities to explore the 61.5-acre property. This walk is part of DEM’s Strategic Mission to promote and increase outdoor recreation in Rhode Island.
For more information on the First Day Hike, please visit the RI Parks website. For information on DEM programs and initiatives, visit www.dem.ri.gov.
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The Gamm starts New Year with Brian Friel’s haunting ‘Faith Healer’
The Sandra Feinstein-Gamm Theatre (The Gamm) opens the new year with a limited run of Faith Healer by celebrated Irish playwright Brian Friel. In a series of monologues both profound and poetic, this masterwork tells the tale of an itinerant faith healer performing in the forgotten corners of the British Isles. Unfolding in spellbinding revelations, Faith Healer explores truth and myth-making, and the […]
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How gas prices have changed in Rhode Island in the last week
A gallon of regular gas in the U.S. fell $0.20 last week, on average, according to price data tracked by AAA. A gallon of gas was $3.26 on average nationwide on Monday, December 12, according to AAA. The price per gallon has returned to levels seen roughly a year ago and continues to fall. The […]
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Defendant convicted of arson in Woonsocket sentenced to five years in federal prison
PROVIDENCE – A 23-year-old man who set three fires inside a Woonsocket mill-type building after breaking into the structure in April 2019, was sentenced today to five years in federal prison, announced United States Attorney Zachary A. Cunha. Jacob E. Lahousse previously admitted to a federal judge that he gained access to the building by […]
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What Sold: 26 Newport County real estate sales, transactions (Dec. 5 – 9)
Tyler Bernadyn Real estate, like any industry, is based on the foundation of supply and demand. Sellers are still seeing premium prices for their homes due to extremely low inventory, even with interest rates on the rise. If you’re considering selling or simply want to know how much equity you have in your home, […]
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Providence man admits to trafficking coaine and fentanyl
PROVIDENCE – A Providence man charged in federal court with trafficking cocaine and fentanyl pleaded guilty today to federal drug distribution charges, announced United States Attorney Zachary A. Cunha. According to court documents, on six occasions in just over one month, beginning in early January 2020, Josimar Pereira, 36, who was at the time serving […]
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How gas prices have changed in Rhode Island in the last week
The national average for a gallon of gasoline is below the levels it was a year ago at $3.32 per gallon, bringing relief for consumers who absorbed record prices at the pump earlier in 2022. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and subsequent weaponization of natural resources threw oil markets into disarray at the start of the […]
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Senator Reed wants more seafood served in schools
WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. government spends billions of dollars annually to help feed K-12 students healthy meals at school. U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) says the federal government should dish up more heart-healthy, delicious, nutritious sustainable seafood for kids in compliance with the federal government’s own nutritional standards. “If you want kids to grow up […]
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Best-performing Rhode Island stocks last week
Stacker compiled a list of the best-performing stocks in Rhode Island last week using data from IEX Cloud. Stocks are ranked by the highest percent price change from Dec. 2 to Dec. 9. Stocks headquartered in Rhode Island, listed on the Russell 3000, and a market cap over $5.0 billion on October 27th were considered. […]
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Kittens available for adoption right now in Rhode Island
Stacker compiled a list of kittens available for adoption in Providence on Petfinder. You may also like: Highest paying jobs in Providence that require a bachelor’s degree Petfinder Paulie – Gender: Male- Breed: Domestic Short Hair- Read more on Petfinder Petfinder Einstein – Gender: Male- Breed: Domestic Short Hair- Read more on Petfinder Petfinder Alex […]
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Puppies available for adoption right now in Rhode Island
Stacker compiled a list of puppies available for adoption near Providence, Rhode Island on Petfinder. You may also like: Highest paying jobs in Providence for high school graduates Petfinder Olivia – Gender: Female- Breed: German Shepherd Dog- Read more on Petfinder Petfinder Bratton Faith – Gender: Female- Breed: Pointer, Standard Poodle (mixed)- Read more on […]
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Rhode Island loves Brazilian Food: Here’s what else Rhode Island Google’d in 2022
The Providence, RI area was the only place in the United States that had “Brazilian food” as its top trending “near me” search in 2022, according to Google’s recently-released Local Year in Search 2022 data. Google rolls all of Rhode Island, including Newport, into its “Providence, RI area”. Some more takeaways from Rhode Island’s Year in […]
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Six Picks: The best in local music this weekend (Dec. 9-11)
“Six Picks” is our weekly music column which highlights some of the best shows in area music, from big concerts to smaller, local gigs. We’ve got a little of each this weekend. Here goes … Friday: An under-the-radar outlaw country artist makes a stop at Askew in Providence Friday when Florence Dore headlines an early […]
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Tree work will limit access to some portions of the East Bay Bike Path in Warren beginning Dec. 12
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) today announced that access on three sections of the East Bay Bike Path in Warren will be limited starting December 12 so that Rhode Island Energy can trim trees to allow clearance for powerlines along the path. From 8 am to 12 pm on December 12, the […]
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West Warwick man pleads guilty to conspiracy, production, and possession of child pornography
PROVIDENCE – A West Warwick man today pleaded guilty in federal court to multiple child pornography charges, announced United States Attorney Zachary A. Cunha. According to charging documents, Russell C. Trafford, 55, conspired with others to produce child pornography through the sexual abuse of a female known to the defendant and his family. Trafford began […]
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‘Six Picks’ RI Breweries celebrate National Lager Day Saturday, Dec. 10
Rhode Island breweries will be joining their national counterparts this weekend to celebrate “National Lager Day” on December 10. The cold, refreshing lager is the most popular American beer, a key component at backyard barbeques, ball games, and neighborhood pubs. Check out some of our favorite locally-brewed lagers from around the state. Ragged Island Brewery […]