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Here’s a Look at the New Luxury Hotel Being Proposed on Bellevue Avenue
Bellevue Avenue, renowned for its historic charm and picturesque surroundings, could be seeing a significant transformation with the proposal of The Bellevue Hotel within the Bellevue Gardens Plaza. This proposed 91-room luxury independent hotel aims to enrich the area’s allure with its upscale amenities and sophisticated ambiance, promising a new chapter in hospitality along this iconic avenue.
Newport’s Election Season is Officially Underway: Here’s Who’s Running
As of the 4 p.m. candidate declaration deadline on Wednesday, here are the candidates running for office in Newport, RI:. In the races for seats in the Rhode Island General Assembly, Democrats Terri-Denise Cortvriend, Marvin L. Abney, and Lauren H. Carson are all running unopposed for State Representative. Louis DiPalma is running unopposed for Senate District 12, and in Senate District 13, Democrat Dawn Euer will face off against Republican David A. Quiroa.
Buttigieg Announces $25M Grant for Rhode Island Infrastructure Project
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced a $25 million grant for Rhode Island today as part of the $1.8 billion allocated from the Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) program. This funding, aimed at revitalizing infrastructure, supports 148 projects across the nation. “After decades of underinvestment, the condition...
Carina Claims Victory in St. David’s Lighthouse Division at 53rd Newport Bermuda Race
Carina has triumphed in the St. David’s Lighthouse Division of the 53rd Newport Bermuda Race. The celebrated yacht crossed the finish line with a corrected time of two days, 16 hours, and 12 minutes, marking a historic moment as it secured its place as the most-winning yacht in the race’s 118-year history. This year, 96 boats competed in the St. David’s division.
Historic Colonial in Wayland Square Trades for $2,700,000, with Compass Agents Representing Both the Seller and the Buyer
Compass proudly announced the successful sale of 40 Oriole Avenue in Providence for $2,700,000. Rebecca Mayer, representing Compass Providence, acted as the Seller’s agent, while Kira Greene, also of Compass Providence, represented the Buyer in this noteworthy transaction. The Ella and John Allen House, dating back to circa 1898...
Dramatic Rescue at Sea: Yacht Crew Abandons Ship 80 Miles from Newport-Bermuda Race Finish
High seas drama unfolded 80 miles off Bermuda as the crew of the Gunga Din, a Swedish Yachts 41, were forced to abandon ship due to catastrophic water ingress. The vessel, owned by Robert Fye and Paul Cunningham, had seven crew members aboard when it began taking on water. In a stroke of luck, all seven were safely transferred to the Desna, a Tartan 37 owned by Adam Van Voorhis, which also had seven crew members aboard. The combined crew of 14 is now en route to Bermuda, expected to arrive late tonight.
USS Marinette to Visit Rhode Island for Fourth of July Festivities
U.S. Senator Jack Reed, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, has announced a significant addition to this year’s Independence Day celebrations in Rhode Island. The 388-foot Freedom-variant littoral combat ship (LCS), USS Marinette (LCS 25), will make a special visit to Narragansett Bay, coinciding with the state’s extended Fourth of July festivities, particularly in and around Bristol.
Waste Management Adjusts Trash Pickup Schedule Due to U.S. Senior Open: Collections Start at 4:30 AM on June 26
Residents of Ocean Drive and Castle Hill should prepare for an early wake-up call this Wednesday, June 26, due to road closures related to the U.S. Senior Open. Waste Management will commence trash and recycling collections at 4:30 a.m. to accommodate the event. Affected Streets:. Starting at 4:30 a.m.:. Harrison...
Taunton Police Seek Public’s Help in Locating Missing Teen
The Taunton Police Department is urgently seeking the public’s assistance in locating Arianna Cataloni, a 13-year-old girl who has been missing since June 15, 2024. Arianna is described as approximately 5’3″ tall, weighing 130 pounds, and may now have dyed red hair. She was last seen wearing black shorts, a black shirt, and white and black Nike Air Force sneakers.
Newport’s Political Future at Stake: Candidate Declarations Due June 26
After nearly two years of the most inept political leadership that Newport has ever seen, residents are reminded that the deadline for candidate declarations is fast approaching. Aspiring public servants aiming to run for Newport City Council, School Committee, State Representative, and State Senator positions must submit their Declaration of Candidacy by Wednesday, June 26th, no later than 4:00 p.m. at Newport City Hall.
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