⚓ AM News: Local church welcomes first woman pastor in 330 Years

Good Morning! It’s Wednesday, January 8.

United Congregational Church in Middletown has reached a historic milestone by ordaining its first woman pastor in 330 years. Read More

WJAR’s Temi-Tope Adeleye recently sat down with Audrain Hospitality/Heritage Restaurant Group/Heritage Hotel Group General Counsel Michael Anderson to discuss recent acquisitions in Newport. Read The Story (Of note, Anderson/Audrain continue to ignore What’sUpNewp inquiries)

Senator Dawn Euer (District 13 - Newport, Jamestown) was demoted as head of the Senate Committee on Judiciary on Tuesday after not backing Senate President Dominick Ruggerio for Senate President. Read More

Meanwhile in Washington D.C., Punchbowl News is reporting that Senator Jack Reed will meet today with Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Defense Department.

Newport City Council will host a Regular Council Meeting this evening at 6:30 pm. From harbor management to beach parking fees and infrastructure improvements, the council has a full plate. See The Full Agenda. I’ll be covering the meeting (virtually) and will have full coverage following the meeting.

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Rev. Patricia Berry breaks barriers, bringing inclusive approach to ministry rooted in social justice

Milestones in 2024 for Portsmouth’s Newport Car Museum included averaging over 2,000 visitors a week during the summer months

Jayson Tatum scored 29 points, Kristaps Porzingis added 25 and the Boston Celtics held off the depleted Denver Nuggets 118-106 on Tuesday night as three-time NBA MVP Nikola Jokic sat out because of an illness.

Adam Henrique scored two goals and Connor McDavid scored on a power play midway through the second period as the Edmonton Oilers won their fourth straight game, 4-0 over the Boston Bruins on Tuesday night.

Senate president supporters rewarded with leadership roles, while two detractors are demoted

Five-course meal featuring local ingredients paired with award-winning wines set for January 30th

Collaborative research highlights need for public support of Rhode Island’s hospitality industry

Senator Reed secures additional vessels, boosting Rhode Island’s maritime presence

Save The Bay opens registration for statewide BayCamps

DEM plans low-severity fires to reduce wildfire risk and restore ecosystems on Rhode Island’s coastal islands

Boston Magazine - Three Wedding Dresses, Two B.C. Cheerleaders, and One Newport Ceremony

GoLocalProv - Business | EXCLUSIVE: Old Canteen Under Agreement to Be Bought by Newport’s Schorsch Group

Rhode Island Monthly - The Story Behind Downtown Providence's Newest Mural

WJAR - Audrain Hospitality acquires another restaurant, hotel in Newport

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