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Newport Water Division Assesses Lead Risk in Service Lines Amid New Federal and State Regulations
In response to new federal and state regulations aimed at reducing lead exposure, Newport’s Water Division is conducting a citywide assessment of both private and public water service lines for the potential presence of lead. This initiative comes as part of an effort to comply with updated safety standards that seek to protect communities—especially children—from the dangers of lead in drinking water.
Last call: Get there before these Newport County eateries close for the winter
Fall is here and already some of Newport County’s seasonal restaurants and eateries have closed up shop for the season. But the last days remain for others. As the weather chills there is still time to get a steaming cup of your favorite clam chowder or if we're fortunate to be graced with unseasonable warmth grab that last waffle cone filled with your favorite scoop of ice cream. ...
ACLU Slams Newport City Officials for First Amendment Violation in Attempt to Silence Newport Buzz
In a blatant abuse of power, Newport City Manager Colin Kennedy has been caught in a scheme to silence Newport Buzz, the city’s largest and most influential news outlet. The revelations, backed by damning emails, show how Kennedy orchestrated a shady, politically motivated move to remove the outlet from the city clerk’s media distribution list—an unconstitutional effort to muzzle the only local news source willing to hold him accountable. To make matters worse, City Councilor Mark Aramli fully supported this underhanded tactic.
Newport County High School Roundup: Scores, recaps from Monday's rain-reduced schedule
Coaches are reminded to send in their results after each game by 10 p.m. by email — pjsports@providencejournal.com — or by calling the Sports desk at (401) 277-7340, on weeknights with the final score and game details. ...
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