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Proposed Newport-Middletown school district merger fails to pass

Proposed Newport-Middletown school district merger fails to pass

Newport November 14, 2022 at 11:09 am Comments are Disabled

By: Liam W. Cooney | Staff Writer One of the more interesting features on the midterm election ballot this year, particularly for Aquidneck Islanders, was the possibility of regionalizing Newport and Middletown school districts. The final vote had Middletown passing the bill with an overwhelming 64.5% of the vote, and Newport narrowly rejecting, only 47.2% of voters approving. Both sides,Read More

Nestled in Newport: A Study Break Away from Salve

Nestled in Newport: A Study Break Away from Salve

Features, Newport October 5, 2022 at 8:38 pm Comments are Disabled

By: Madeline Stephens | Staff Writer As college students with busy lives, it’s relatively easy to forget that Salve’s campus is only minutes away from downtown Newport. Here, one will find streets lined with shops, bistros, bars, and my inspiration behind today’s article, numerous charming cafes and outdoor areas. Chances are, you’ve seen, heard or have even been to theseRead More

Restcom Elwood Peabody Jr., former owner of Peabody’s Beach, passes away at 91

Newport September 22, 2022 at 11:16 am Comments are Disabled

By: Liam W. Cooney | Staff Writer On Friday September 16th, Restcom Elwood Peabody Jr. passed away at the age of 91. Peabody and his family had owned the “Peabody’s Beach,” the private end of third beach from 1905-2015, until the beach came under new ownership. Peabody’s Beach is a quaint and family centered beach equipped with a concession standRead More

“Wally’s Wieners” is Thames’ New Spot for Dining Dog-Lovers

“Wally’s Wieners” is Thames’ New Spot for Dining Dog-Lovers

Newport March 3, 2022 at 8:00 am Comments are Disabled

By: Clare Daly | Assistant Editor For 117 long days, 464 Thames Street sat vacant. The 5th Ward neighborhood, popular for its abundance of off-campus housing, was drained of hot dogs, burgers, and shakes that could be charged to a student’s equivalent of a tab— a Salve ID— until Wally’s Wieners opened their bright yellow doors to Newport on FebruaryRead More

Restaurant Review: “Root” is Plant-Based Perfection

Restaurant Review: “Root” is Plant-Based Perfection

Newport February 17, 2022 at 10:11 am Comments are Disabled

By: Emily Mikolay | Staff Writer As you walk down Broadway Street in Newport, you are cheerfully greeted by the vibrant, cherry red doors that seem to draw you in to this local eatery. Once inside, you are instantly welcomed with smiles and friendly faces, and you cannot help but notice the convivial atmosphere. Natural wood floors complement the finch-coloredRead More