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WEBNewport County High School Roundup: Thursday scores, Friday schedule Newport Classical's fall season brings world-class musicians Regulators approve higher winter electric rates as well as refund Details unclear over 'breach' of Providence school system network How Taco Bell changed National Taco Day to a Tuesday. When it is
Obituaries in Newport, RI | Newport Daily News
WEBAge 77. Newport, RI. John J. Dorato, Jr. 77, died peacefully at home on September 11, 2024. Born in Newport, RI on April 28, 1947, he was the son of the late John and Philomena (Mello) Dorato. He was... Memorial Funeral Home. Thursday, September 12, 2024.
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WEBNews. Elections. Newport councilors voice concerns as Navy considers Warfighting Center. Newport City Council candidates tackle issues at forum. What they said RIPTA wants to build a new transit line. Where should it go? Washington Bridge demolition to close East Providence's Waterfront Drive Two RI men arrested as officials seize $1.6 million ...
Newport, RI is home to these four celebrities, including Jay Leno
WEBSep 27, 2021 · In 2017, comedian Jay Leno and his wife Mavis purchased four of the five condos at the Seafair estate located at 254 Ocean Ave., for a total of $13.5 million. The home was designed for Verner Z. Reed Jr. by William MacKenzie on an 11.5 acre lot next to the shoreline. According to a previous Newport Daily News Article, the first listing for the ...
Ferry ride to Prudence Island, RI miles of trails, centuries of history
WEBJul 6, 2021 · More:Jianna O’Brien is first Prudence Island School graduate in five years Several of the paths connect to the Division Wall Trail, which follows an ancient stone wall bisecting the island. It dates to the 17th century, when the Narragansett tribe sold Prudence Island to a pair of rather notable European colonists, Rhode Island founding father Roger Williams and Massachusetts Governor John ...
Cliff Walk, Newport RI: 5 things to know from length to mansions …
WEBMar 4, 2022 · While the far-reaching ocean views are stunning enough, visitors looking toward land are able to take in the sights of Newport's many famous mansions. Among those along the path are Marble House, Rosecliff, Ochre Court, The Breakers and Rough Point. Cliff Walk collapse: 'I'm not convinced it's done yet': Section of Cliff Walk in …
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WEBMary Alice Brownell. Age 90. Newport, RI. Mary Alice (Harvey) Brownell, 90, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2024, at Newport Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. Born at the Newport Hospital on April 30, 1934, she was the …
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WEBApr 5, 2021 · In hindsight, this probably could have been done sooner, but I never did quite think this process would last as long as it has. And while there is hope on the horizon we'll be back in our Valley Road office sooner than later, the phone numbers and email addresses you'll find below will be helpful regardless of the work status of our staff.
Flooding in Middletown, RI, results in road closures
WEBSep 2, 2021 · A flash flooding warning remains in effect for all of Newport County until 8:30 a.m, according to the National Weather Service. "At 542 AM EDT, Numerous roads were flooded and impassable early this morning. While the bulk of the heavy rain will exit the region by 7 or 8 am; runoff from the torrential rain overnight will continue to result in ...
Newport Pell Bridge goes all electronic with tolling - Newport …
WEBJul 9, 2021 · 0:03. 1:23. NEWPORT — Now that the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has decided to move to all-electronic tolling on the Newport Pell Bridge — expected by the end of October — the toll collectors and supervisors will be either transitioning to other jobs within the authority or accepting a severance package.