Blood collection agencies across the country, Rhode Island included, are suffering from what the Red Cross calls “the worst blood shortage in a decade.” This weekend’s snowstorm has only made matters worse. Weather events are a nightmare for blood collection agencies, with blood centers closed for storms, blood drives non-existent, and donors slow to re-schedule […]
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Watch: Governor McKee, State Officials host a briefing to provide an update on blizzard
Governor Dan McKee, Lt. Governor Sabina Matos, and key emergency response Administration officials held a media briefing this morning at 9:30 am to provide updates on the storm response. The update took place at the Rhode Island Emergency Management Readiness Center in Cranston. A live stream of the Governor’s update is below and also available on […]
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Best places to go sledding and tubing on Aquidneck Island
Snow on the way, doesn’t mean you have to stay indoors all day! With the help and expertise of our loyal readers and followers, the What’sUpNewp Crew has compiled a list of the best and favorite places to go sledding and tubing in and around Newport, Middletown and Portsmouth. Places to go sledding and tubing on […]
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Just My Opinion: Reaching out during Blizzard of 2022
A lot has been written about blizzards in Rhode Island, from 1978 (the granddaddy of all) to what will now become the blizzard of 2022. What weaves these catastrophic events together, is the toll it takes on our seniors, those physically impaired, and the homeless. Just this week, volunteers scoured our neighborhoods in search of […]
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Updated: Governor McKee declares State of Emergency, announces there will be a Travel Ban on Saturday
During a press conference this afternoon, Governor Dan McKee declared a state of emergency in Rhode Island and issued a statewide travel ban. A tractor-trailer ban will be in effect from 6 am to 11:59 pm on Saturday. A full travel ban, which includes all other motor vehicles, will be in effect from 8 am […]
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What’sUpNewp’s top stories this week in Newport County
While snow has been at the top of everyone’s mind as of late, it was a busy week of news in and around Newport County. Of course, as you read this Rhode Island is preparing for a blizzard and everything that has to do with the upcoming storm and parking bans/cancellations/delays is among the most […]
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How is snowfall measured? A meteorologist explains how volunteers tally up winter storms
Bill Syrett, Penn State The Blue Hill Observatory, a few miles south of Boston, recorded the deepest snow cover in its 130-year history, an incredible 46 inches, in February 2015. The same month, Bangor, Maine, tied its record for deepest snow at 53 inches. Mountainous locations will sometimes see triple-digit snow depths. Impressive numbers, for […]
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National Grid says that it’s prepared for Winter Nor’easter’s impact on Massachusetts and Rhode Island
National Grid issued a press release today announcing that it is prepared for a powerful winter nor’easter to hit New England late Friday and continue through Saturday. The storm is expected to bring significant snow accumulations, strong winds, and the potential for coastal flooding off Eastern Massachusetts. Current forecasts indicate the storm could cause damage […]
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City of Newport issues parking ban ahead of Winter Storm
The City of Newport this morning announced that it has issued a mandatory Parking Ban from 11 P.M. ON FRIDAY, JAN. 28TH UNTIL 9 A.M. ON SUNDAY, JAN. 30TH due to impending winter weather. A full list of parking bans, delays, and cancellations can be found here – LIVE BLOG | Rhode Island cancellations, closures, and delays More from the […]
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What is a bomb cyclone? An atmospheric scientist explains
Esther Mullens, University of Florida A bomb cyclone is a large, intense midlatitude storm that has low pressure at its center, weather fronts and an array of associated weather, from blizzards to severe thunderstorms to heavy precipitation. It becomes a bomb when its central pressure decreases very quickly – by at least 24 millibars in […]
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Rhode Island Home Show returning to Providence after 3-year COVID-19 hiatus
The Rhode Island Home Show is set to return to the Rhode Island Convention Center in Providence this April, following a three-year hiatus due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The show, led by the nonprofit Rhode Islander Builders Association (RIBA) and among the oldest privately-organized efforts in the country, will run April 7 – 10. “We were […]
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Inaugural Rhode Island Craft Beer Week set for March 5 – 13
Attention fans of craft beer, you’re invited to celebrate Rhode Island’s craft beer scene. The Rhode Island Brewers Guild (RI Brewers Guild) today announced plans are underway for their inaugural Rhode Island Craft Beer Week! Set for March 5th through the 13th, 2022, this celebration of RI’s beer manufacturers will feature events scheduled at bars, restaurants, package […]
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United Nurses and Allied Professionals launches campaign urging Rhode Islanders to get vaccinated and boosted
The United Nurses and Allied Professionals, a union representing more than 7,000 nurses and health professionals, today launched a campaign asking Rhode Islanders to consider getting vaccinated and/or boosted if they have not already. The campaign features video interviews with nurses who have worked on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic over the past two […]
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Newport Public School teachers participate in ‘Minding Your Mind’ suicide prevention professional development
During a state-wide professional development day on Monday, January 24, 2022, staff at the Thompson Middle School and Rogers High School received initial training on student suicide awareness and prevention training. The training was provided by Minding Your Mind’s Clinical Director Jon Mattleman and Young Adult Speaker Elizabeth to comply with the recently enacted Nathan Bruno and Jason […]
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Governor McKee announces Department of Health Transition Support Team
Governor Dan McKee today announced a team to support the transition at the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) while the search continues for a permanent director. On January 13, it was announced that Dr. Nicole Alexander-Scott would be resigning as the Director of the Rhode Island Department of Health. “Our Administration has moved quickly to put an experienced […]
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Garth Brooks to perform at Gillette Stadium on May 21, tickets go on sale on Jan. 28
Garth Brooks will make his only New England stadium tour stop at the home of the New England Patriots and New England Revolution on May 21, 2022. Brooks, a seven-time CMA Entertainer of the Year and the top-selling solo artist in U.S. history with 157 million records sold, will perform at Gillette Stadium for the first […]
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79 students from Newport County make CCRI’s Fall 2021 Dean’s List
The Community College of Rhode Island recently announced its Fall 2021 Dean’s List. Students enrolled in a degree program who have completed 12 credits with a grade point average of 3.25 or higher this semester with no grade lower than “C” are eligible for this scholastic honor. 79 students who call Newport County home made […]
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Governor McKee, Department of Health will host COVID-19 Briefing on Thursday
Governor Dan McKee and the Rhode Island Department of Health will host a COVID-19 briefing on Thursday afternoon at 2 pm. Update – January 27: The Governor’s office announced the following on Thursday morning. Governor McKee, Dr. McDonald to Visit At-Home Test Kit Delivery in East Providence, Provide COVID-19 Update Earlier this morning, Governor Dan McKee announced […]
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$3 million winning Mega Millions ticket sold in Rhode Island
Last night’s Mega Millions drawing resulted in a $3 million winning ticket sold in Rhode Island, according to the Rhode Island Lottery. The Quick Pick ticket matched five out of five numbers to win the standard prize payout of $1 million. However, since the winner purchased the Megaplier feature for an additional dollar, the $1 million prize […]
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General Treasurer Seth Magaziner announces run for Rhode Island’s 2nd Congressional district
Today, General Treasurer Seth Magaziner formally announced his candidacy for Rhode Island’s 2nd Congressional district. “The fight to preserve our democracy is the most sacred obligation of this generation and this is why I’ve decided to seek to represent the people of Rhode Island’s second congressional district in the United States House of Representatives,” said […]
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New York Yacht Club: American Magic’s challenge for the 37th America’s Cup formally accepted
New York Yacht Club today announced that The Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron formally accepted the New York Yacht Club American Magic’s challenge for the 37th America’s Cup to be held in 2024 – the third additional challenge accepted for AC37. “It is great to be back in the America’s Cup for AC37, and our pursuit of […]
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217 students from Newport County make University of Rhode Island’s Fall 2021 Dean’s List
The University of Rhode Island recently announced its Fall 2021 Dean’s List. More than 6,800 students were named to the list, representing nearly all of Rhode Island’s cities and towns, all six New England states, New York and New Jersey, and many other states and countries. Closer to home, 217 students from Newport County made […]
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‘Long Pond Farm’ on Ministerial Road in South Kingstown sells for a record-setting $6.595 million
Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty today announced the record sale of 527 Ministerial Road in South Kingstown for $6,595,000. A country lake-front family compound located in Matunuck Hills, “Long Pond Farm” is set on nearly 52 acres. Photo provided by Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realt According to a press release from Mott & […]
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Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain joins What’s Up Newp for a live conversation on Wednesday
How are Newport Schools addressing a shortfall of reportedly $12 million needed for the Rogers High School re-construction? We’ll learn that and more when School Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain joins What’s Up Newp for her monthly live virtual video conversation on Wednesday at 1:30 pm. We’ll also ask about progress on the elementary school project, […]
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Gubernatorial Candidate Helena Foulkes joins What’s Up Newp for a live conversation on Wednesday
In the crowded Democratic race for governor, Helena Foulkes hopes that her business background, and political pedigree, propel her to become the next governor of Rhode Island. We’ll learn more about Foulkes at 12:30 pm on Wednesday when she joins a What’s Up Newp for a live virtual video conversation. Helena Foulkes Foulkes is a […]