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NUWC Division Newport employees recognized for developing innovative technology

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Two NUWC Division Newport engineers earn Department of the Navy Meritorious Civilian Service Awards

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Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Energy, Installations and Environment tours NUWC Division Newpor

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NUWC Division Newport cross-department teams support successful ICEX 2022

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Bring a Child to Work Day at NUWC Division Newport engages children in STEM

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Middletown Outreach Sub-Committee Meeting Postponed

NUWC Division Newport to hold hiring event for STEM, information technology careers on May 14

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Navy Public Affairs Worldwide Symposium focused on building networks

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Bionet Sonar tests underwater wireless network at NUWC Division Newport’s Narragansett Bay Test Faci

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NUWC Division Newport executes the Navy’s Arctic strategy through ICEX support

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New Student Registration Now Available For Middletown Schools

Visit Register now to sign up new students for the 2022-2023 school year. Incoming kindergarteners must be five years old by Sept. 1, 2022. Current students do not need to re-register.

Celebrate April As Month Of The Military Child

It's no secret that the military plays a major role in making Middletown the wonderful community it is today. Celebrate April as "Month of the Military Child" on April 20 as the community's official "Purple Up! For Military Kids Day."

Newport, Middletown Looking At Working Together To Improve Schools

Newport & Middletown officials are in the beginning phases of talks to unify the school districts into one, with a twist. Under the preliminary discussions, each community could keep its own schools and get 80 percent reimbursement for new construction.

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NEWPORT, MIDDLETOWN LOOKING AT 

WORKING TOGETHER TO IMPROVE SCHOOLS

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Community Partnerships Help Bring "Real World" To Middletown High

Middletown High is partnering with businesses and organizations across the region to help provide a more well rounded, "real world" education to students. #RealWorld #MiddletownHigh #MiddletownRI

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Register Your Short-Term Rental

If you operate a short-term rental in Middletown, make sure you get it registered with the Town. For a list of the rules and an online application form, visit STR online. #STR #LiveWorkPlay #MiddletownRI

"Recycle Right"

Construction debris and styrofoam don't belong in your blue recycle bin. Improper disposal of such items can mean your trash and recyclables won't get picked up and result in thousands in fines. Remember to "Recycle Right." #RecycleRight #MiddletownRI

Middletown Firefighters Working To Raise Awareness About Autism

April is World Autism Month and Middletown Firefighters are trying to raise awareness about the cause by wearing Autism Awareness teeshirts. To get one, visit Autism online. #MFD #AutismAwareness #MiddletownRI

Oliphant School Affordable Housing On The Agenda

The Town's Affordable Housing Committee meets on April 5 at 6 pm in the Fire Station to discuss and get feedback on plans to convert the Oliphant administration building and surrounding property into affordable housing. Have your say in this project.

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OLIPHANT SCHOOL AFFORDABLE HOUSING ON THE AGENDA

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NUWC Division Newport customer advocate brings global perspective to undersea warfare after assignme

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Make Your Own Rain Barrel

Come and make a rain barrel on April 30 from 10 am-noon at the Town's public works garage. Have a good time and help protect your drinking water. $45 per rain barrel. For more, visit https://mdl.town/RainBarrel. #RainBarrel #DrinkingWater #MiddletownRI

Don't Forget To License Your Dog

The time is here to license your dog with the Town. The fee is $10 and the license is good for a year. For more information, visit License online. #Dogs #LiveWorkPlay #MiddletownRI

NUWC Division Newport scientist paying it forward as FIRST Robotics Competition team mentor

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NUWC Division Newport may assist with digital footprint of Narragansett Bay as part of state initiat

NUWC chief technology officer discusses maritime innovation, collaboration at symposium

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Controlled Burn On Dutch Island Planned

The state Department of Environmental Management is performing a controlled burn on Dutch Island today, March 29. While smoke may be visible from parts of Middletown, DEM officials said it poses no threat to local residents. #DutchIsland #MiddletownRI

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"Middletown Center" Concept Review Planned For April 21

People will have their first chance to comment on the proposed "Middletown Commons" development during an April 21 concept review at 6 pm in Town Hall. For more information, visit Center online.

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“MIDDLETOWN CENTER” PROPOSAL 

BEFORE PLANNING BOARD ON APRIL 21

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Local Storm & Weather Updates Here

With less than ideal weather in the forecast Friday, Feb. 25, visit the Town's new "Storm, Weather & Emergencies" page at SWE online. Stay up to speed on all the Middletown storm news that matters. #SWE #MiddletownRI

Volunteer For A Local Board Or Commission

Looking for a way to give back to the Middletown community? Try volunteering your time as a member of a local board or commission. For more information, visit Volunteer to sign up and help make a positive change.

Planning Board Off-Street Parking Workshop

The Planning Board is holding a March 30 workshop to discuss the Town's off-street parking regulations. For more, visit OffStreetParking online.

Your Kids Are Paying Attention

With the St. Patrick's Day Parade right around the corner, the Middletown Prevention Coalition reminds everyone to think about their behavior because the kids are paying attention. For more, visit MPC online.

Pay Attention To The Road

Statistics show that looking at your phone for five seconds while driving is like closing your eyes the length of an entire football field. The Middletown Police ask motorists to drive smart and not to be a statistic. #BeSmartBehindTheWheel #MiddletownRI

Middletown Objects To Lack Of National Grid Reporting On Old Mill Lane Progress

In a recent filing, the Town of Middletown calls for National Grid to play by the rules when it comes to reporting on its Old Mill Lane LNG facility. #NationalGrid #MiddletownRI #OldMillLane

RIPTA New Route Meeting Tonight At 6

RIPTA is holding a virtual information workshop tonight, March 16 at 6. The focus is a new bus route from the CCRI campus to First Beach in Newport and possibly Second Beach, Middletown. For more, RIPTA online.