‘H20 Film on Water’ is up at four venues in N.H. and Vermont Sep 11, 2009
NEWPORT, N.H. - Outside an old brick woolen mill here, a dam in the Sugar River pools the water and releases it in a crashing waterfall ... The exhibition was put together on a shoestring: Virtually all the artists did everything at their own cost, Reeves says, standing beside a spiraling fabric installation by Georgie Friedman in the Newport Mill space ... And the Newport Mill space is rent-free. (Boston Globe)
West Coast fishermen embark on new wave of fishing Sep 6, 2009
"The scientific evidence is pretty clear that commercial fisheries that are managed with catch shares on balance perform better than traditionally managed fisheries," Jane Lubchenco, head of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, told The Associated Press on a recent visit to Newport. "So we are encouraging every (regional fishery management) council to simply look at this tool and say, 'Is it appropriate for these fisheries, or is it not.'". (WCAX.com, VT)
Coed Sailing Sep 5, 2009
37TH HARRY ANDERSON TROPHY. McNay Sailing Center. (Goyalebulldogs.com)
Bar Burglars in Newport City Sep 3, 2009
Newport City, Vermont - September 2, 2009. Burglars targeted nearly all the bars in Newport City overnight Tuesday ... Call Newport City Police at 802-334-6733 if you have any information. (WCAX.com, VT)
Pacific Ocean garbage patch worries researchers Aug 30, 2009
In a blog entry posted a day before the science ship arrived in Newport, Ore. 0000137A , she wrote the research showed her the consequences of humanity's footprint on nature. (WCAX.com, VT)
New home sales, durable goods orders seen higher Aug 26, 2009
Frank Newport, editor-in-chief of the Gallup Poll, said consumer spending dropped last week, according to its daily surveys. "We're not seeing a sustained increase in consumer spending yet," he said. (WCAX.com, VT)
Newport Center Man Denies Charges in Deadly Hit-and-Run Aug 22, 2009
Newport, Vermont - August 21, 2009. A Newport Center man pleaded not guilty to charges for a hit-and-run accident that killed one young woman and injured another ... Alyssa Burns, 17, of Newport, suffered broken bones. (WCAX.com, VT)
NEAPNEA announces 2009 news writing award winners Aug 19, 2009
First: Newport (R.I.) Daily News; Harvey Peters; Big men on campus. Second: Newport (R.I.) Daily News; Gary Ruff; Letter carrier stays true to her routes ... Second: Newport (R.I.) Daily News; Scott Barrett; Impossible is nothing. (Concord Monitor)
AT&T Roving Retail Tour Brings the Store to Your Door Aug 17, 2009
8/28 -Thompson's Redemption and Convenience, Newport - 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.. 8/29 - TJ's Country Store, Montgomery - 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.. (PR Newswire)
The Life of Chester A Arthur Aug 9, 2009
Arthur also became know for his good taste in fashion and often seen with the elites of Washington DC, New York City and Newport, Virginia. Additionally, and much to the outrage of Conkling and the other Stalwart Republicans, Arthur became a champion for civil service reform. (Suite101.com)
US House approves Northeast development money Aug 7, 2009
Newport Mayor Paul Monette, said he could see the funding used to expand high-speed Internet access in rural areas. State Sen. (Concord Monitor)
First-time mom: Wild animal encounter happens inside the car on safari trip Aug 7, 2009
By NICOLE PAITSEL - Daily Press (Newport News, Va. Text Size. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Is a Common Medical Procedure Unnecessary? Aug 6, 2009
Is a Common Medical Procedure Unnecessary. - CBS Evening News - CBS News. (CBS News)
Music: the week ahead Jul 30, 2009
This is the show for everyone missing out on this weekend s Folk Festival 50 in Newport. 4:30 p.m. Aug. 2. (Boston Globe)
Positive Economic News for NEK Jul 30, 2009
"What it's doing is encouraging other business people and entrepreneurs and investors to look at us in a different way and say we are worth investing in," said Patricia Sears, the executive director of Newport City Renaissance. All the work at Jay Peak will be done in about two years and Bill Stenger says he hopes to have news about that Korean firm coming to the area very soon, saying he would not have gone public about it unless he was confident it would work out. (WCAX.com, VT)
Job worries persist; Americans gloomy on economy Jul 29, 2009
Frank Newport, editor-in-chief of the Gallup Poll, said recent surveys have picked up growing skepticism among Americans about the government stimulus plan, hurting confidence. Related Stories. (Republican-American)
Existing home sales show signs of recovery Jul 24, 2009
"We're not going to see much growth in (home) sales until the labor market turns around," said Patrick Newport, an economist with IHS Global Insight. "People don't move as much when they can't find work.". (WCAX.com, VT)
Keeping score around New England Jul 23, 2009
Pros Cone takes playoff The Rhode Island-based Johnnie Walker Golf Tour concluded its five-tournament summer run with a two-day event at Newport National, with Dustin Cone beating Kyle Gallo in a two-hole playoff. Cone (71-70) and Gallo (68-73) each had 36-hole totals of 141, two strokes better than Jesse Larson and Mike Welch. (Boston Globe)
Vt man faces firearms charges Jul 22, 2009
He remains jailed in Newport. Federal prosecutors recently filed an indictment against Barkey for allegedly possessing a pair of revolvers in December 2007. (WCAX.com, VT)
Minus GOP, Lincoln Chafee reenters R.I. political arena Jul 19, 2009
Chafee wanted to maintain his majority advantage for the drafting of the federal transportation bill, legislation often laden with lawmakers pet projects that makes its way through Congress about every five years, and for another round of military base closures that could have threatened Navy assets in Newport. That transportation bill steered tens of millions of dollars to Rhode Island. (Boston Globe)
2 Vt. men sentenced to prison for drug smuggling Jul 17, 2009
men sentenced to prison for drug smuggling - WCAX.COM Local Vermont News, Weather and Sports. WCAX.COM Local Vermont News, Weather and Sports-2 Vt. (WCAX.com, VT)
Former radio host admits to sex charges Jul 16, 2009
NEWPORT, N.H. (AP) - A former New Hampshire police officer and radio host is headed to prison for up to 20 years after pleading guilty to sexually assaulting a young girl and photographing the act. Aaron Aldridge, 42, of Newport, entered the plea on Wednesday. (WCAX.com, VT)
The Island Pond Raid: 25 Years Later, Part 1 Jul 16, 2009
But first they were bused to the courthouse in Newport where the state sought temporary custody of the kids. Instead, it was the state that would face charges of abusing its authority. (WCAX.com, VT)
UMass Baseball Summer Leagues Update Jul 14, 2009
Conley's Highlight's For 7/6-7/12: Had pinch hit RBI single in 6-5 loss to Newport (7/10) ... Batted 1-for-4 with two RBI in 17-6 loss to Newport ... Walked in back-to-back games, losses to North Adams (5-2, 7/10) and Newport (5-4, 7/11). (Umassathletics.com)
Vt Police: 17-year-old accused of road rage Jul 11, 2009
Police say Roberge repeatedly cut off, rear-ended and sideswiped Lucas' car on the road between Derby and Newport City on May 20, preventing Lucas from getting out of his vehicle at the Newport City police station, The Caledonian-Record reported. Lucas' car suffered over $3,700 in damage. (WCAX.com, VT)
Vt judge orders $100,000 restitution in art heist Jul 10, 2009
Associated Press - July 9, 2009 1:35 PM ET. (AP) - A judge has ordered four people involved in the theft of 23 large metal sculptures from a Vermont studio two years ago to pay the artist $100,000. (WCAX.com, VT)
Vick files revised bankruptcy plan in Va. court Jul 3, 2009
Vick filed the new Chapter 11 plan Thursday in U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Newport News. A judge rejected Vick's original plan in April. (WCAX.com, VT)
Newton Notables Jun 24, 2009
Brendan Vaughan of Newton, a junior at Salve Regina University, Newport, R.I., has been named to the dean s list for the spring semester. To qualify for the dean s list, fulltime students must earn a minimum grade point average of 3. (Newton Tab, MA)
Reading scholars Jun 21, 2009
John Bruno and Michael Egan of Reading were named to the dean s list for the spring 2009 semester at Salve Regina University in Newport, R.I. To qualify for the dean s list, full-time students must earn a minimum grade point average of 3. 5 without receiving a grade below a B in that semester. (Reading Advocate, MA)
Grand Jury Indicts Former Cop for Child Porn Jun 20, 2009
Newport, New Hampshire - June 19, 2009 ... Aaron Aldridge, 42, of Newport, N.H., could get up to 50 years in prison if convicted ... Police say he engaged in sexual behavior with a teen over a three-year period and investigators say he produced pornographic videos and images at his home in Newport starting back in 2003. (WCAX.com, VT)
Marlborough's Student Standouts Jun 19, 2009
Gayle Farrington and Jeffrey Desautels of Marlborough were named to the Dean s List at Salve Regina University in Newport, RI.. The following Marlborough residents were named to the Dean s List at Northeastern University for the spring 2009 semester: Amanda L. Dupuis, American sign language major; Jacquelinel Olender, biology major; Sarah E. Shaw, liberal arts major; Gregory S. Dass, liberal arts major; Samantha F. Heim, nursing major; Rajay Patel, pharmacy major; and Ashley Clarke, physical... (Marlborough Enterprise, MA)
SCITUATE AROUND TOWN: Volunteering for a town committee is rewarding Jun 16, 2009
The Tigers were undefeated in league play, beating previously undefeated St George's in Newport, R.I. The junior varsity team finished its season undefeated as well. Scituate was well-represented on the Thayer teams, beginning with team captain Molly Caffrey, daughter ofJill and Fred Caffrey, who played first singles and first doubles. (Scituate Mariner, MA)
Round-by-round results Jun 16, 2009
Atlanta Braves -- Aaron Northcraft, RHP, Mater Dei HS, Newport Beach, Calif ... Minnesota Twins -- Cody Dordan, RHP, Newport (Ore ... Milwaukee Brewers -- John Altobelli, SS, Woodbridge HS, Newport Beach, Calif. (ESPN -- Baseball)
SCITUATE AROUND TOWN: Fair for the whole family is coming soon May 29, 2009
She is currently stationed at Naval Station Newport, Rhode Island, working for the base commanding officer in the administration/military support office. Prior to reporting to Newport, she was stationed onboard USS Nimitz, where she completed two Western Pacific and Arabian Gulf deployments in support of Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. (Scituate Mariner, MA)
Obituary: Jane B. Sherwin May 19, 2009
She was raised in Newport News, Va. and in 1942, she received her degree in English from Smith College in Northhampton. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Pac-10 Track and Field Athletes of the Week: May 3-10 May 12, 2009
Newport Beach, Calif. - Stokke recorded a personal best on Saturday at the Sacramento Open when she won the pole vault. (Pac-10.org)
Peace, Water & Wisdom Walk Begins 500-mile Journey to Raise Awareness and Funds for Clean Water in Burkina Faso May 11, 2009
May 11th: Arriving in White Plains, NY May 12th: Chappaqua, NY May 13th: Danbury, CT May 14th: Kent, CT May 15th: Great Barrington, MA May 16th: Pittsfield, MA May 17th: Northampton, MA May 18th: Greenfield, MA May 19th: Brattleboro, VT May 20th: Peterborough, NH May 21st: Manchester, NH May 22nd: Durham, NH May 23rd: Portsmouth, NH May 24th: Kennebunk, ME May 25th: Portland, ME May 26th: Auburn, ME May 27th: Augusta, ME May 28th: Waterville, ME May 29th: Newport, ME May 30th: Bangor, ME.... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Cowboy chords May 9, 2009
Sailors in Hub PUMA Ocean Racing skipper Ken Read, a BU grad and Newport native, threw out the first pitch at Fenway this week, and his battery mate was Joe Fallon, CEO of the Fallon Company. Read, one of the world's premiere extreme sailors, is in town for the Volvo Ocean Race at Fan Pier, the around-the-world sailing marathon. (Boston Globe)
High-Risk Offender Coming to Orleans County May 6, 2009
Newport City, Vermont - May 6, 2009. Authorities in Newport City are being warned that a high risk sex offender will soon be released from prison into Orleans county ... The Newport City Council was reportedly alerted Monday evening that Gardner W. Carpenter, Jr., will be released without supervision on June 13, and he'll be free to live wherever he wants. (WCAX.com, VT)
Driver of Stolen Car Dies in I-91 Crash May 3, 2009
Police say the driver, 37-year-old Russell Baldwin of Newport, New Hampshire, ended up rolling his car into the median and was ejected into the northbound lane. He died at the scene. (WCAX.com, VT)
Making the rounds May 3, 2009
Montaup Country Club This course is on the north end of Aquidneck Island in Portsmouth, R.I., on the way to Newport, and it is playable most of the year because it dries out quickly. "This course doesn't beat you up," said Steve Diemoz, who was recently named golf pro of the year in the state. (Boston Globe)
Beavers down Gulls, 20-7 Apr 19, 2009
and Alyssa Hood (Newport, R.I.) each added one goal in the win. First-year Trisha Babson (Duxbury, Mass. (Ecgulls.com)
Seaside or cities, hill or dale, all fun runs Apr 19, 2009
OCEAN AVENUE, NEWPORT, R.I. I've made several visits to Newport and I always follow some version of the Ocean State Marathon course, which starts going south along Bellevue Avenue. This is an interesting course, not only because of the nearness of the ocean but also because of the rows of mansions lining the street. (Boston Globe)
Gates cautious on lifting 'don't ask, don't tell' Apr 17, 2009
NEWPORT, R.I. (AP) - Defense Secretary Robert Gates is pushing a cautious approach toward changing the mil 00001E43 itary's 'don't ask, don't tell' policy on gays. Gates says he isn't taking a position on whether the policy should be changed. (WCAX.com, VT)
Creating a New Newport Apr 16, 2009
Newport, Vermont - April 15, 2009. "Newport has potential," business owner Katy Kavanaugh says ... A group of architectural and economic development experts visited the Northeast Kingdom's only city to help municipal planners create a new Newport. (WCAX.com, VT)
Gulls walk-off in game one, blank Chargers in nightcap Apr 16, 2009
Endicott, winners of its last four, gets back to work on Saturday when the Gulls travel to Newport, R.I. for a double dip with Salve Regina. Colby-Sawyer steps out of Conference play as the Chargers play at Plymouth State on Thursday at 3:30 p.m.. (Ecgulls.com)
Make Mine a Smuttynose Apr 15, 2009
25 Rogue Ales/Oregon Brewing Co. Newport OR. 26 Great Lakes Brewing Co. Cleveland OH. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Beware of Bears Apr 14, 2009
Newport, Vermont - April 13, 2009. A warning for parents and children in Newport: Police say black bears have been spotted on the East side of the city again ... At this time last year, several bears were spotted around Newport Elementary and East Main Street. (WCAX.com, VT)
Navy saves captain from pirates Apr 13, 2009
But Derek Reveron, a professor at Naval War College in Newport, R.I., doubts the rescue will deter pirates because most ships won't have the U.S. Navy coming after them. In most cases, he said, foreign crews "don't put up much resistance.". (USA Today)
Hunting preserves offer captive animals Apr 10, 2009
"We need this to stay in business," said Mark Luce, who owns Hindsite Hunt Preserve in Newport, Maine. "I wish people would come here to visit. Anyone who comes here will say it is a hunt.". (Boston Globe)
Navy, FBI work to rescue ship captain Apr 10, 2009
"The U.S. has the advantage," said Derek Reveron, a national security professor at the Naval War College in Newport, R.I.. Reveron credits the freeing of the ship to a well-trained U.S. crew. (USA Today -- News)
Va. scientist in China rocket deal to be sentenced Apr 7, 2009
Shu, a naturalized citizen born in Shanghai, is president of AMAC International Inc. of Newport News. He admitted selling technology to China for the development of hydrogen-propelled rockets and to bribing officials to award a $4 million hydrogen liquefier contract to a French intermediary. (WCAX.com, VT)
Endicott wins fifth straight, 8-1 over Leopards Apr 6, 2009
The Blue and Green hope to continue their winning-streak when they travel to Newport, R.I. to take on Salve Regina University at 3:30 p.m. on Monday afternoon. Wentworth also heads to Rhode Island on Monday when it takes on Roger Williams University at 4:00 p.m. in TCCC action. (Ecgulls.com)
Vick likely to make case for NFL return in court Apr 3, 2009
Associated Press - April 3, 2009 5:03 AM ET. (AP) - Suspended NFL star Michael Vick is expected to make his case in court for returning to the NFL when he finishes his prison sentence. (WCAX.com, VT)
Suspended quarterback due in bankruptcy Apr 2, 2009
Vick will testify in Newport News, Va. after being transferred from a federal prison in Kansas, where he is near the end of his term for a dogfighting conviction. (WCAX.com, VT)
Vick to make 1st court appearance in bankruptcy Apr 2, 2009
Vick must testify at the hearing, which begins Thursday in Newport News. The former Atlanta Falcons quarterback is serving a 23-month sentence for bankrolling a dogfighting ring. (WCAX.com, VT)
Vermont Jobless Rate Rises Mar 28, 2009
Locally, the highest jobless rate is in the Newport area where it is now up to 12. 3 percent. (WCAX.com, VT)
Realizing a dream (46) Mar 23, 2009
When you walk in you think, This is a big-time stadium, said Allen Snelling (1992-95) of Sherwood, a Newport native and infielder on the 1994 Northern Division championship team. It s absolutely impressive. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
MSA lands $45M military helmet contract Mar 14, 2009
The helmets will be produced at MSA's manufacturing facility in Newport, Vt. Reader Comments. (Pittsburgh Business Times, PA)
Phish bounces back into the scene Mar 6, 2009
And nowhere was that more apparent than their "farewell" performance, a two-day affair at Newport State Airport in Coventry, Vt. in August 2004. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
Fans are ready for Phishs big return Mar 6, 2009
At their farewell performance, a two-day affair at Newport State Airport in Coventry, Vt. tears flowed onstage, lyrics were forgotten or abandoned and much of the jamming was downright sloppy. (MSNBC -- News)
Police Dressed as Firefighters Arrest Man Mar 5, 2009
Newport, New Hampshire - March 5, 2009. A bizarre arrest in Newport, New Hampshire Wednesday. (WCAX.com, VT)
Five Mayoral Races Mar 3, 2009
And in Newport, Timothy Delabruere and Paul Monette are battling to replace Ellwood Guyette who is not running for re-election. In Vergennes, current Mayor Michael Daniels is running unopposed. (WCAX.com, VT)
More of this story Feb 28, 2009
The Newport Daily News ... Newport, Rhode Island - America's First Resort ... David Macaulay shows slides from his book 'The Way We Work' on Friday at Thompson Middle School in Newport. (Newport Daily News, RI)
Friday's College Baseball Scores Feb 28, 2009
Christopher Newport 17, Penn St.-Abington 0. Cumberlands 6-5, Concordia, Mich. (International Herald Tribune)
