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Newport’s Culinary Scene Gets a Boost: Richard Allaire Appointed Chef at Scales & Shells
In an exciting development for culinary enthusiasts, Scales & Shells has announced the appointment of Richard Allaire as its new chef. With a rich background in locally sourced seafood and produce, Allaire brings a wealth of experience and creativity to the esteemed establishment. Hailing from Rhode Island, Allaire’s culinary journey...
Newport Councilor David Carlin Expresses Disappointment with Easton’s Beach Demolition Plan
The Newport City Council recently greenlit a proposal to demolish structures at Easton’s Beach, a decision that saw Councilor David R. Carlin III as the sole dissenter. Carlin voiced his opposition to the move, citing numerous concerns about its potential impact on beachgoers and the absence of a comprehensive strategy for replacement and minimal inconvenience.
Middletown town council votes against removing lanes on Upper East Main Road
MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (WLNE) — The town council has decided against removing lanes along Upper East Main Road. The decision comes following a heated town council meeting last week where people in favor of and against the proposal from as far away as Newport and Portsmouth made their opinions heard.
Home prices soar in a sluggish Rhode Island market
If you are looking for a condo as your first step into homeownership or your housing type of choice as you downsize, the number of listings is up but so are prices. The median sales price for a single-family home in Rhode Island jumped 11.4% year over year in March to $440,000, the state’s realtors association reported Thursday.
Large police presence in West Warwick
WEST WARWICK, R.I. (WJAR) — A large police presence was seen in West Warwick Tuesday night. Several police cruisers and SWAT vehicles were spotted on Harris Avenue. Police have blocked the street off from traffic. A neighbor said they are stuck inside of their home. It's unclear what caused...
Friday night rollover crash in Jamestown leaves multiple people injured
Multiple people were injured in a Friday night rollover crash in Jamestown. Emergency crews responded to the single-vehicle crash on Fort Wetherill Road at around 8:43 p.m. Friday. In a Sunday Facebook post, the Jamestown volunteer fire department said all occupants were able to get out of the vehicle. Three...
After 44 years, Newport's Brick Alley Pub & Restaurant has a new owner. What to expect.
An iconic Newport restaurant is changing hands. The owners of the Brick Alley Pub & Restaurant have entered into an agreement to sell to the Heritage Restaurant Group, formerly 1899 Ventures, a Newport-based hospitality group. Ralph Plumb Jr. and Patricia Plumb bought the restaurant at 140 Thames St. in December 1980. For nearly...
Merger of The Public’s Radio and Rhode Island PBS approved
Rhode Island PBS and The Public’s Radio’s will soon be one entity. Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha announced the approval of the merger of the two public media organizations Tuesday after conducting a review to ensure compliance with state law. Elizabeth Delude-Dix, chair of the board of directors of The Public’s Radio, thanked the […] The post Merger of The Public’s Radio and Rhode Island PBS approved appeared first on Rhode Island Current.
Two people sickened by chemical exposure in Warwick
WARWICK, R.I. — A shopping center is Warwick is being monitored after reports of air quality issues Tuesday afternoon. Police responded to 300 Quaker Lane for two workers who complained of headaches. The incident comes nearly one week after nine people were hospitalized due to what officials believed what...
Two Providence men convicted of trafficking fentanyl, possessing ghost guns
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha announced that two Providence men were convicted of trafficking fentanyl and possessing two ghost guns. The charges stem from a Rhode Island State Police task force investigation into narcotics distribution in the greater Providence area in 2021, according to the attorney general’s office.
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