NUWC Division Newport will host SeaPort-NxG and Contracts Council meeting in January

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Four NUWC Division Newport employees win PEO IWS Excellence Awards

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Congressman Jim Langevin discusses complex challenges in cybersecurity during visit to NUWC Newport

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RIDOT Road Work List For The Week Of Feb. 4

The Rhode Island Department of Transportation announced the following road work for Feb. 4-10. Please plan accordingly and remember to support local businesses on Aquidneck Avenue, which remain open throughout construction. #MiddletownRI

RIDEM Plans More Controlled Burns To Battle Invasive

The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management announced today it has more prescribed burns planned in 2023 to help fight nonnative plants and invasives. Visit DEM for more.

Middle-High School Conversation Monday, Feb. 6

Get in on a quick-moving conversation to seek voter approval for a new middle-high school just north of Gaudet Middle School. Make sure your voice is heard Monday, Feb. 6. Visit School for more. #MiddletownRI

Get Out Of The Cold

Temperatures are expected to drop below zero Friday. Get out of the cold at a local community warming center. Visit Warm for more. #MiddletownRI

The February 2023 Edition Of The Middletown Senior Center Newsletter Is Live

Check out what's happening at the Middletown Senior Center at Newsletter online.

New School Building Conversation

The Town Council meets Monday, Feb. 6 to discuss a $190 million plan to build a new combined middle-high school just north of Gaudet Middle School. Early numbers from the town show the project will cost the average homeowner about $2 a day in new taxes.

Fire Prevention Presentation

Middletown Fire Battalion Chief Robert McCall made a presentation Tuesday to members of the Middletown Senior Center about the need and importance for fire prevention. Thanks for the continued good work, Battalion Chief McCall. #MiddletownRI

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Cold Weather In The Forecast

Extremely cold weather is in the forecast for later this week. Make sure to get prepared and avoid extended time outdoors. Visit Cold for other tips and advice. #MiddletownRI

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"Paradise In Snow"

Boyd's Windmill in the snow this morning at Paradise Valley Park. #MiddletownBeautiful #MiddletownRI

Student Of The Week -- Forest Avenue School First Grader Lilly Norling

As "Student of the Week," Lilly Norling is ready to learn and bring positive energy to every school day. Students and staff said the first grader embodies all the best positive qualities of a Forest Avenue School Bear. #MiddletownRI

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STUDENT OF THE WEEK:

FOREST AVENUE SCHOOL FIRST GRADER LILLY NORLING

MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (FEBRUARY 3, 2023) – In each of the schools ...

RIDOT Road Work List For The Week Of Jan. 29

Check out the road work list from the Rhode Island Department of Transportation for the week of Jan. 29. #MiddletownRI

Defense Highway Closed Due To Icing

Naval Station Newport closed Defense Highway from Vigilant Street north on Friday morning due to icy road conditions. Visit Navy for updates. #MiddletownRI

Town Council Meeting On Feb. 6

The Town Council meets Monday, Feb. 6. A number of items are on the docket, including discussion of a new middle-high school just north of Gaudet Middle School on Aquidneck Avenue. Visit Agenda online. #MiddletownRI

Middletown Moving Forward With School Plans -- Without Regionalization

The Town Council said Wednesday night the study of a new middle-high school on property just north of Gaudet Middle School should continue. #MiddletownRI

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MIDDLETOWN MOVING FORWARD WITH SCHOOL PLANS — WITHOUT REGIONALIZATION

MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (JANUARY 25, 2023) &...

Middletown Fire Jobs Available

Considering a career change or looking for something new? Join Middletown Fire and do something that matters every day. Visit Jobs online. #MiddletownRI

Recognition For Local Art Student

The Aquidneck Land Trust recently recognized Middletown High School senior Sierrah Crook with an honorable mention award for her artwork in the Aquidneck Island Land Trust Art & Writing contest.

"Where Am I?" -- February 2023

The included picture was taken recently somewhere in Middletown as part of "Where Am I?" Identify where in an email to WhereAmI@MiddletownRI.com along with your name and hometown. #MiddletownRI

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WHERE AM I? — FEBRUARY 2023

MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (FEBRUARY 2, 2023) – The above picture was taken somewhere in the Town of ...

Help Make Middletown Clean

Middletown is a beautiful, special place, but we need everyone's help to keep it that way. Make sure to pick up after yourself and carry out what you carry in. Visit Clean for more. #MiddletownRI

Tiered Resident Tax Program Applications Open

Visit TRTP to fill out an application online to potentially save on your residential tax bill. Remember, if you've already been approved for TRTP relief, there's no need to refile an application now. #MiddletownRI

Civic Appropriations Applications Here

Do you work for a local nonprofit that could be eligible for civic support from the Town of Middletown? Visit Civic online to fill out an application. #MiddletownRI

Middletown Fire Is Hiring

Considering a career change or looking for something new? Join Middletown Fire and do something that matters every day. Visit Jobs online. #MiddletownRI

Middletown Helps

See a non-emergency issue around Middletown? Report it to Helps and get updates every step of the way. #MiddletownRI

Middletown Merchandise

Go to Merch for a wide selection of Middletown-themed shirts, hats and sweats. We even have blankets and Middletown flags. Buy with confidence from our partners NPT Sportswear and local pick-up available.

Remember The '38 Hurricane

The 85th anniversary is closing in on one of New England's deadliest, destructive storms. Help the Middletown Historical Society remember the '38 Hurricane. Email pictures and stories to History@middletownhistoricalsociety.org. #MiddletownRI

Town Council Talks Strategic Priorities

The Town Council meets Monday to talk about strategic priorities facing the town -- and more. #MiddletownRI

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TOWN COUNCIL TALKS STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (JANUARY 23, 2023) — Growing affordable housing and building new schools ...

Fire Department Urges Safety With Handling Ashes

The Fire Department asks people to allow ashes to cool before disposing of them. Place ashes in a tightly covered metal container and keep the ash container at least 10 feet away from any buildings. Never empty the ashes directly into a trash can.

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Step Up & Help Middletown

Several Middletown boards and committees need volunteers. Learn more about where you live and help make decisions that help shape the town for years to come. Visit Volunteer online for more. #MiddletownRI

Join Our Team

Want a job where you make a positive difference every day? Apply to become a Middletown firefighter. Visit Fire for an application. #MiddletownRI

Middletown Fire Is Hiring

Want a job where you make a positive difference every day? Apply to become a Middletown firefighter. Visit Fire for an application. #MiddletownRI

Student Of The Week: Gaudet Middle School Seventh Grader Evan Gray

Evan Gray brings it every day at Gaudet Middle School. The seventh grader is "Student of the Week," best known for his willingness to help others and drive to do his best. #MiddletownRI

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STUDENT OF THE WEEK:

GAUDET MIDDLE SCHOOL SEVENTH GRADER EVAN GRAY

MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (JANUARY 27, 2023) – In each of the schools across Middl...

Middletown Beautiful -- "Second Beach In The Offseason"

Middletown resident Kati Campopiano is the first person to submit a photo to "Middletown Beautiful." Join her and send a picture of "Second Beach In The Offseason" to msheley@middletownri.com. #MiddletownRI

"I love how everything looks so dreamy near the beach in the mornings, and this picture almost looks like a summer scene that was superimposed over a winter photo," Kati Campopiano said of the image she took below last year. "I am not sure ...

Mobile Food Pantry Helps

On a recent afternoon, local residents were able to get food, personal items and other goods from a "Mobile Food Pantry" event in Linden Park sponsored by the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center. #MiddletownRI

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See Emergency Lights? Pull Over On The Road

Help Middletown police, fire and others do their job safely and pull over on the road when you see emergency lights. Visit MoveOver for more. #MiddletownRI

Keeping The Past Alive Today

The Middletown Historical Society makes 2023 the "Year of the Farmer" in tribute to the community's agricultural roots. A Jan. 29 talk at 2 pm is planned from the Middletown Public Library, 700 West Main Road about Coggeshall-Simmons Farm. #MiddletownRI

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KEEPING THE PAST ALIVE TODAY

MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (JANUARY 24, 2023) – This is the “Year of the Farmer” ...

School Building Summit

Wondering about the future of Middletown's school facilities? Come to a summit about our buildings Wednesday, Jan. 25 at 6 pm in Town Hall, 350 East Main Road with the Town Council, School Committee and School Building Committee. #MiddletownRI

Middletown Senior Center Earns Honors From Newport Hospital

The Newport Hospital recognizes the Middletown Senior Center for its work in the community and talks of growing the partnership between the two organizations. #MiddletownRI

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MIDDLETOWN SENIOR CENTER EARNS HONORS 

FROM NEWPORT HOSPITAL

MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (JANUARY 23, 2023) – The Middletow...

Pros & Cons Of Affordable Housing Plan Aired

The Town Council hears the benefits and detractions of potential plans to redevelop the former Peckham and Oliphant school properties before deciding to let the designs move to the next level. #MiddletownRI

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PROS & CONS OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING PLAN AIRED

MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (JANUARY 18, 2023) – The Town Council heard the positives and negatives of affordab...

Fiscal 2024 Budget Prep Begins

Officials for both the schools and town say the upcoming Fiscal 2024 could be tough on Middletown. #MiddletownRI

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FISCAL 2024 BUDGET PREP BEGINS

MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (JANUARY 17, 2023) – The Town of Middletown has officially started its b...

Middletown Looks Into Bike & Pedestrian Board

Town Councilwoman Emily Tessier asks to create a new bike and pedestrian safety board, a proposal supported unanimously by her colleagues at a meeting this week to improve safety and make Middletown more accessible for all. #MiddletownRI

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MIDDLETOWN LOOKS INTO BIKE & PEDESTRIAN BOARD

MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (JANUARY 17, 2023) – Emily Tessier wants Middletown t...

Civic Appropriation Applications Available Now

Are you a nonprofit seeking civic support from the Town of Middletown? Fill out our new application at Support online. The deadline to submit paperwork is March 1. #MiddletownRI

Rhode Island Airport Corp. "Virtual Town Hall"

On Wednesday, Jan. 18 at noon, the Rhode Island Airport Corporation is hosting a "virtual town hall" event online with updates, including about the Newport State Airport. Visit RIAC for more information. #MiddletownRI

Pickleball Court Discussion Postponed

A discussion tonight by the Town Council of new pickleball courts at Linden Park has been postponed. As of this afternoon, a make-up date for the item has not been set. The town apologizes for any inconvenience. #MiddletownRI

Middletown Beautiful

Get in on a new feature from the Town of Middletown. Send in your photos and videos to msheley@middletownri.com and the best will be featured in coming weeks. This month's theme is "Second Beach In The Offseason." #MiddletownRI

Student Of The Week -- Gaudet Middle School Seventh Grader Killian Alexander

As "Student of the Week," Killian Alexander's known for his positive spirit, work ethic and willingness to help others. Say congratulations to Killian and encourage all students like him. #MiddletownRI

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STUDENT OF THE WEEK:

GAUDET MIDDLE SCHOOL SEVENTH GRADER KILLIAN ALEXANDER

MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (JANUARY 20, 2023) – In each of the schools acro...

Central Landfill Future Report

The Central Landfill handles almost all the trash and recycling generated in Rhode Island. Visit RIRRC to learn more about the future of the facility in Johnston and why it matters to you. #MiddletownRI

Space Heater Safety

Middletown Fire reminds people to place space heaters on a solid, flat surface and keep them and their electrical cords from things that can burn. Remember that safety should always be first. #MiddletownRI

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Affordable Housing Meeting Planned

Local leaders are meeting Wednesday, Jan. 18 at 6 pm in Town Hall to review concepts for new affordable housing in Middletown. Visit "a href"https://www.middletownri.com/DocumentCenter/View/6498/NYCU-AH">Housing online to learn more. #MiddletownRI

Town Council Regular Meeting Slated For Tuesday, Jan. 17

The Town Council's next regular meeting is planned for Tuesday, Jan. 17 at 6:30 pm in Town Hall immediately following an executive session. Check out what's on the docket at Agenda online. #MiddletownRI

Deals Galore At The Middletown Senior Center Thrift Shop

Get great new and gently used merchandise Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11 am-2 pm at the Middletown Senior Center Thrift Shop. And better yet, every dollar benefits our local seniors. #MiddletownRI

"Where Am I?" Answer -- January 2023

There's an interesting history behind the vault at Town Hall, the subject of this month's "Where Am I?" #MiddletownRI

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"WHERE AM I?" ANSWER — JANUARY 2023

MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (JANUARY 20, 2023) – The Mosler Safe Co. closed its doors in 2021. 

But that d...