Good Morning! It’s Thursday, November 7. 🗓️ Today is the 312th day of the year; 54 days remain in 2024. Today, we’re covering results from the 2024 General Election, coyotes in Middletown, the Newport Illuminated Boat Parade, and more.
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What’s Up Today
Weather: Mostly cloudy through mid-morning, then gradual clearing, with a high near 70. Light west wind becoming northwest 5 to 10 mph in the morning.
Marine: Variable winds less than 5 kt, becoming WNW 5 to 9 kt in the morning. Mostly cloudy through mid-morning, then gradual clearing. Seas 1 ft or less.
Sun, Moon, & Tide: Sunrise at 6:25 am, sunset at 4:32 pm. Low tide at 4:05 am & 5:04 pm. High tide at 11:27 am. The lunar phase is a Waxing Crescent.
Cruise Ship Schedule: Today, Newport is scheduled to welcome the Insignia, the last cruise ship scheduled for this season.
Happening Today: Tell Newport, Uncorking The Possibilities, Sip & Pour Candle Making Night, Live music at Charter Books, Newport Restaurant Week, and more.
Need To Know
Most Local Bonds Pass Easily
Several Rhode Island communities approved local bond issues on Tuesday, ranging from a million dollars to $400 million, from buying a fresh and saltwater fire pump, major school construction, infrastructure projects, and a storm water upgrade in the wake of major flooding.
In all cases, the bonds passed easily.
Among them, Newport’s $98.5 million municipal facilities upgrade that includes $20 million for the Perrotti Park Bulkhead and renovation of the Harbor Master Building; $13 million for a North End Public Safety Facility; $12 million for the removal of the Van Zandt Bridge and associated road improvements; $11.2 million for an Easton’s Beach nourishment study and program; and $3.75 million set aside as matching funds for Cliff Walk repairs. A statewide $53 million Green Economy Bond, which also passed, includes $3 million for the Cliff Walk.
WUN’s Frank Prosnitz has the story - Cities and towns approve $800 million in local bonds.
Election Results
What’s Up Out There
News
Middletown Public Schools has formed the Multilingual Learner Collaborative to strengthen ties between multilingual families, the school system, and the broader community.
The Newport Police Department has provided the following arrest and dispatch logs from 7 am on November 5 through 7 am on November 6, 2024.
The City of Newport residents can dispose of “harder to recycle” items at the city’s Fall Recycling Day on Saturday, Nov. 9. The event is free and open to city residents only, with proof of residency required.
Arts, Culture, & Things To Do
The City-by-the-Sea celebrates its vibrant waterfront community on Friday, November 29, with the annual Newport Illuminated Boat Parade.
Federico Santi, chair of the City of Newport’s Public Sculpture Commission, will be the guest speaker at the Arts and Cultural Alliance of Newport County’s upcoming “Arts Around the Fire” event.
Business & Nonprofit
New CEO at CVS begins to build his team with a goal of reviving the struggling health care giant (WUN)
CVS Health fell short on third-quarter profit, but it posted strong sales and the health care giant shook up leadership under new CEO David Joyner after a rough year that has sent shares plunging.
KSL offloads Davidson Hospitality Group to private equity firm (Boutique Hotelier)
The Group, which manages 86 hotels and resorts, including Hotel Viking and Newport Harbor Island Resort in Newport, and more than 200 F&B outlets across the US, is now owned by private equity firm Nautic Partners.
Election 2024
Several Rhode Island communities approved local bond issues on Tuesday, ranging from a million dollars to $400 million, from buying a fresh and saltwater fire pump, major school construction, infrastructure projects, and a storm water upgrade in the wake of major flooding.
Rhode Island Secretary of State Gregg Amore declared the 2024 General Election a success, stating that Rhode Islanders turned out in high numbers and that the election process ran smoothly.
Rhode Island Republican Rep. Patricia Morgan’s unsuccessful campaign for U.S. Senate on Tuesday claimed Democratic volunteers and candidates in Portsmouth allegedly distributed altered sample ballots, but the complaints don’t appear to have enough merit for state officials to look into.
U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) commented on the outcome of the 2024 presidential election, emphasizing the need for Democrats to remain vigilant in the face of a second Trump administration.
Environment & Health
The Town of Middletown is partnering with the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) to manage its coyote population, and the collaboration is already showing positive results, according to Town Administrator Shawn J. Brown and Deputy Police Chief Jason Ryan.
Oysters, scallops, and clams may still be growing by the bushel in state waters, but the aquaculture industry as a whole is declining in Rhode Island, according to a new report.
Food & Drink
It features ten days of culinary experiences from 65 restaurants throughout Newport and Bristol counties, including ten new restaurants.
Obituaries
Harold Eugene Massey Jr. (WUN)
October 11, 1961 — October 23, 2024
Patricia Olechnowicz (WUN)
December 15, 1936 – November 4, 2024
Real Estate
With only 22 properties closing last week, including a remarkable historic sale in Jamestown at a staggering $12.25 million, it’s evident that high demand continues to meet limited supply, resulting in a competitive atmosphere for both buyers and sellers.
Sports
Stephen Curry scored 27 points, Buddy Hield had 16 and the Golden State Warriors beat the Boston Celtics 118-112 on Wednesday night for their fifth straight victory.
North Kingstown defeats La Salle and Portsmouth tops East Providence to reach the championship match.
