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Editor's Notebook: Turbine, Safety Town, Bird Ball, Beach Closure, ALT, Lobster Disease Make for a Busy News Week
Missed some news cycles and looking to catch up from the last week? Here's what happened in Middletown for week ending Aug. 21, 2010.
News is certainly abundant this time of year, now that the Town Council is back from its brief summer hiatus, candidates are stepping out on the campaign trail, schools are gearing up for back-to-school, a wind turbine proposal is moving through the approvals process, and summer events and festivities are still going strong.
Missed some recent news cycles and need to catch up? Here's what happened in Middletown for week ending Aug. 21, 2010:
ARTS:Saturday, August 21, 2010
Almost everyone keeps a running tally of summertime memories they want to create. With days getting shorter and our summer days numbered, what's on your list?
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By Angela Lemire
Friday, August 20, 2010
Freebird Party-Goers to Have a Ball SaturdayThe 7th Annual Bird Ball takes place at the Norman Bird Sanctuary Saturday, Aug. 21. Tickets are $125 through Friday night and $150 the day of the event.
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By Angela Lemire
Monday, August 16, 2010
Thousands of Collectors and the Curious Navigate Maze of Antiquities at Newport Antiques ShowThe event, which kicked off Friday night with an elegant reception, welcomed thousands of guests from all over New England and beyond over the weekend.
By Jessica Walsh
Sunday, August 15, 2010
Free Latin Fusion Concert to Play Sweet Berry Farm TuesdayThe free outdoor concert takes place on the lawn. Dining options are also available.
By Angela Lemire
Business:
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
New Sig's Place Stops TrafficAt the urging of devoted loyal customers, the former Newport deli that closed in 2008 after an 80-year run recently reopened on Aquidneck Avenue.
By: Sarah Fernandez
Government:
Friday, August 20, 2010
No Longer Politics As Usual for Long-Standing GOP House MemberAfter a two-year absence, former Republican District 74 state Representative Bruce Long re-enters the political arena seeking one of the seven at-large Town Council seats, this time as an Independent candidate.
By Daniel Highet
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Blackout on DMV Written & CDL Tests BeginsStarting Aug. 19, DMV Middletown Branch customers will no longer take the Driver's License or CDL written tests in Pawtucket, due to the state DMV headquarters move to Cranston, which re-opens Aug. 25.
By Angela Lemire
Latest Samples Clear Atlantic Beach for Swimming AgainFor the second time this summer, the Atlantic Beach Club Beach closed briefly Thursday, after a recent water sample showed elevated levels of bacteria commonly found in sewage.
By Angela Lemire
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
The Planning Board Tuesday night supported amendments to zoning laws to match the town's Comprehensive Plan that restricts wind turbine impacts to vistas, but the current proposal for a 294-foot structure off Paradise Road will be unaffected.
By Angela Lemire
Atlantic Beach Closed for Second Time This SummerThe Department of Health recommended closure of the beach for Thursday, Aug.18, the result of pollution from recent rains and storm drain run-off that cause high bacteria levels.
By Angela Lemire
ALT Awarded $1M to Help Save Wick's NurseryU.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service awards $1 million to the Aquidneck Land Trust (ALT) for conservation.
By Sandy McGee
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Thomas O'Loughlin, Middletown Public Works Director, said National Grid engineers aim to replace 3,000 to 5,000 feet of the utility company's gas main segments under Forest Avenue beginning next summer.
By Angela Lemire
Monday, August 16, 2010
Planners and Public Get First Look at Proposed Wind TurbineTuesday night's Planning Board meeting included a public hearing on the proposal to build a 30-story turbine on a hillside near Sachuest Point.
By Angela Lemire
Saturday, Aug. 21, 2010
From the simple yet perfect corn-on-the-cob to the more adventurous Cha-Cha Corn Gazpacho, Jessica's seasonal corn suggestions stir the pot on this summer classic.
By Jessica Walsh
Almost everyone keeps a running tally of summertime memories they want to create. With days getting shorter and our summer days numbered, what's on your list?
By Angela Lemire
Thursday, August 19, 2010
August Loves Her Stuffies and CatnipThe Potter League adopted out 26 animals and small mammals last week, but still has 124 animals in its care.
By Sarah Fernandez
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Patch Gives Back to the CommunityPatch editors from Newport, Middletown and Portsmouth volunteer their time Tuesday, working at a local senior center.
By Sandy McGee
Editor's Notebook: Patch Celebrates its 100th Site LaunchWith the launch of Morristown, NJ, Patch turns 100.
By Angela Lemire
Public Safety
Click here to view the week's complete arrest log.
Monday, Aug.16, 2010
Frustrated Vernon Park Neighbors Vent Concerns
Newport and Middletown officials are working together to hear concerns from neighbors across town lines.
By Geoff Campbell
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Education Journey for Grade K Students Begins at "Safety Town"Thanks to dedicated teen volunteers led by the Larcom Family, the 7th Annual Safety Town orientation for Grade K students opened Tuesday morning at Forest Avenue School and wraps up Friday with Graduation Day.
By Sandra Phaneuf
Sports
Friday, August 20, 2010
Runners and Walkers Take on 5K Saturday for Island CharitiesAfter a successful inaugural event last year, the "St. Columba's Run/Walk for the Island" returns Saturday. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse is scheduled to present awards to the top finishers.
By Angela Lemire
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Even the Blues Get the BluesSome answers why Bluefish aren't around... And what does a bluefish look like, and how does the bluefish rate as a meal?
By Ray Dutra
Monday, August 16, 2010
The following is a list of winners from this past weekend's Common Fence Point Race, which was held to benefit the PHS Booster Club.
By Sandy McGee
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