What’s Up Today: Saturday, August 19
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Good Morning! Today is Saturday, August 19.
The Rhode Island Department of State’s Voter Turnout Tracker data visualization tool is now available for the September 5, special primary.
Early in-person voting started on Wednesday, August 16, and runs through 4 pm on September 5. So far 1,363 votes (383 mail ballots, 980 early voters) have been cast across Rhode Island, here’s how it breaks down across Newport County;
Early voting hours and locations for each community with a special election can be found online here.
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A rare Rhode Island tornado lifted a car off a highway Friday as severe weather swept already storm-weary New England, damaging homes, flooding roads and toppling trees.
44 Open Houses across Newport County this weekend
On the market for a new home? Check these houses out this weekend.
Rhode Island Road Construction Report: August 19 – 26
Here are the weekly road construction reports from the Rhode Island Turnpike & Bridge Authority (RITBA) and Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT).
Stem cells from one eye show promise in healing injuries in the other
Phil Durst recalled clawing at his face after a chemical from a commercial dishwashing machine squirted into his eyes, causing “the most indescribable pain I’ve ever felt — ever, ever, ever.”
Voter Turnout Tracker allows Rhode Islanders to see how many votes have been cast in Special Primary
The Voter Turnout Tracker allows users to easily track how many votes have been cast in every Rhode Island municipality, down to the precinct level. Users can also explore how many votes have been cast by mail ballot or early in person.
Want to become a Newport Police Officer? Newport Police Department is hosting an open house on Aug. 23
The Newport Police Department is currently accepting applications for entry-level police officers and certified police officers.
Sakonnet Coastal Bike & Stroll: A car-free community event for all ages and abilities in Portsmouth
Families, children, and individuals of all ages and abilities are urged to enjoy this 2-mile expanse of the coastal road transformed into a safe and enjoyable route for non-motorized transportation.
2 arrested, including former employee, charged in connection with theft of almost $500K from bank
Police say the theft of nearly $500,000 from a Rhode Island bank was an inside job.
Obituary: James F. Kraft
May 8, 1939 – August 12, 2023
Newport Police Arrest & Dispatch Report: August 14 – 17
The Newport Police Department reported the following arrests and provided dispatch logs from Monday, August 14, through Thursday, August 17.
Happening This Weekend What’s Up this weekend: August 17 – 20
Fools Rules Regatta, Water Brother: The Sid Abbruzzi Story, Fishes at the Fort, and more!
44 Open Houses across Newport County this weekend
On the market for a new home? Check these houses out this weekend.
7th Annual Warren Folks Festival set for August 19
The festival focuses on everything local, with plenty of art and wares from over 30 Rhode Island area artists and makers.
76th reading of Washington’s letter at Touro Synagogue to honor religious freedom, public service
This year’s keynote speakers and letter readers include Nellie Gorbea, Angela Johnson, and David Cicilline.
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Glen Manor House celebrates 100 years with open house (East Bay RI)
Tennessee overpowers Rhode Island, 8-1, at Little League World Series (WJAR)
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