Newport This Week - Nov. 1, 2012

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Vol. 40, No. 43

Cliff Walk Closed

What’s Inside

By Tom Shevlin

VOTING LOCATIONS PG. 12

Table of Contents CALENDAR FAITH CLASSIFIEDS COMMUNITY BRIEFS CROSSWORD DINING OUT DINING OUT MAP EDITORIAL FIRE/POLICE LOG GARDEN NATURE REALTY TRANSACTIONS RECENT DEATHS SPORTS SUDOKU

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Don't Walk This Way

A large section of the historic Cliff Walk had to be closed after significant erosion from Hurricane Sandy caused parts of the walkway to collapse. The area between Ruggles Ave. and Ledge Rd. is currently closed to the public.

See story at right. (Photo by Tom Shevlin)

Sandy Wreaks Havoc in Glancing Blow

By Tom Shevlin

Aquidneck Island residents braced for the worst and hoped for the best this week as Hurricane Sandy – a storm of unprecedented breadth and destructive power – ravaged the Eastern Seaboard from North Carolina to Boston on Monday.

By the time the storm hit its peak, thousands of island residents were plunged into darkness as falling trees and coastal flooding cut power lines, shut down city offices, and flooded local businesses.

At one point, National Grid was reporting that over 60 percent of residents in Newport and over 70 percent of customers in Middletown had lost power. By Wednesday, service had been restored to all but six percent of customers in Newport, and 3 percent of customers in Middletown.

At Easton's Beach, the superstorm's super surge left the rotunda awash in salt water and buried in sand.

Water dripped from the ceiling inside the lower level of the building, where both the beach office and Save The Bay's Exploration Center were devastated by an onslaught of water, sand, and floating debris.

According to one Save The Bay staffer, the marine life that had been housed inside the aquarium fared well for the most part.

Writing on Newport Now's Facebook page (www.Facebook.com/ NewportNow), Eric Pfirrmann reported, "All our critters survived!

Hurricane Sandy obliterated portions of Newport's Cliff Walk, wiping out entire sections of the fabled walkway, reshaping its landscape in what city officials are calling one of the most devastating erosion events in decades.

On Wednesday, city officials were struggling to fully grasp the scope of the damage, but said it could be a long time before walkers are able to access the entire path.

At least one section of sidewalk had caved in, while other portions of the coastal trail were virtually unrecognizable after waves scoured hillsides, ripped down fences, and displaced untold numbers of boulders along the walk's southern end.

As of 3 p.m. on Wednesday, public works crews had restricted access from Ruggles Avenue all the way

See CLIFF WALK on page 3

Committee Examines Enrollment

By Meg O’Neil

They have been [evacuated] to our main office in Providence and some were kindly taken in by Mystic Aquarium till we are up and running again."

Pfirrmann also gave a "big thanks" to the folks at the Aquidneck Lobster Company, who were credited with providing emergency life support and housing for the sea creatures.

Meanwhile, the city's beach office – normally stocked with boogie boards and beach supplies – was deemed a complete loss.

The building's utility system also appeared to have been compromised.

Across Memorial Boulevard, a dumpster, tossed from the beach parking lot, could be seen resting on the grass berm at Easton's Pond, while piles of sand were cleared from the road by a battalion of front loaders and dump trucks provided by the state. The

Easton's Beach Rotunda sustained damage int he storm.

(Photos by Barry Botelho) road, which had been closed during the storm, was finally reopened to traffic late Tuesday afternoon.

On Ocean Drive, which was closed to traffic in advance of the storm, work crews worked overtime to clear the roadway of sand and debris on Tuesday. By approximately 4 p.m., the scenic drive had

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been reopened, however the scars left by the storm remained.

Perhaps most notable was the damage sustained by Green Bridge, where the tide spilled over the road and into Gooseneck Cove, washing away portions of the embankment and damag-

See SANDY on page 11

The newly formed Elementary School Enrollment Options Subcommittee met for the first time on Wednesday, Oct. 24 to discuss how to handle a possible enrollment surge when the new Pell Elementary School opens in September 2013.

The 13-person committee is comprised of Newport School Committee members Patrick Kelley and Rebecca Bolan, two elementary school principals, two teachers, and seven parents. An additional 15 parents attended the meeting.

When the initial planning of the new Pell Elementary School began several years ago, enrollment in Newport’s public schools was gradually declining. However, in the past two years, the number of students has been increasing at a steady rate, raising the question of whether the total capacity of the Pell School is too small. The school was originally designed to hold 800 students. When extra funds became available in the construction budget, the school committee voted to add two additional classrooms, upping the capacity to 850 students in 39 classrooms.

Even though adjustments have been made to increase capacity, the

See ENROLLMENT on page 3

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Council Candidates Q & A

Newport voters will head to the polls on Tuesday, Nov. 6 to pick a new slate of City Council and School Committee members. As they have done in the past, the Alliance for a Livable Newport (ALN) posed a series of 10 questions to the candidates, which were answered in writing and posted online at NewportAlliance.org. The following is a selection of those questions, and the candidates' responses, in some cases abbreviated for space reasons. To read their complete answers, visit www.NewportAlliance.org.

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Don Boucher (At-Large) 50 Washington Square provides permanent housing to low-income individuals that is safe affordable and well managed. The vast majority of persons who live in the building and in the shelter live without incident in the Broadway community. They spend their disposable income in the community. They shop at the local convenience stores, they have their hair cut by local barbers and they eat in the diners. The problems around 50 Washington Square are as much of a problem for 50 Washington Square as they are for businesses, residents, and tourists that frequent the area. The problem is panhandling and public drunkenness. This is the issue that has to be addressed. 50 Washington Square services are part of a group that is directly targeting interventions for this difficult to serve group.

The group includes Riverwood’s Housing First RI program where I am the Director of Homeless Services, Turning Around Ministries, Newport County Mental Health, the Housing Hotline and the Newport police and again 50 Washington Square Services. Formal meetings with this group occur monthly specifically targeting the persons with the highest service need. It would benefit the city and city council to have a member who understands how to minimize the problems associated with this population so that business can be conducted for the benefit all persons who live work and visit the Washington Square area.

MICHAEL t. Farley (at-large) The present use of 50 Washington Square is a major blight on the city.

Like many residents, I see and hear the impact on residents, students, tourists and businesses nearly every morning when I pass the facility on my way to Newport’s Superior Court, or District Court or Family Court. Unfortunately, there is no easy solution. There are legal, financial and moral barriers to overcome. Having studied this issue, I believe that the best solution to this problem is to exercise eminent domain to take over the building and open the real estate up for economic development. An appropriate use of eminent domain could convert the building to a use which provides jobs, and benefits all residents, and not just those in need of subsidized housing which permits alcohol consumption and intoxication.

I firmly believe that the 50 Washington Square tenants can be better served away from the temptations of the street, and will work to implement such a movement. In the interim, I would like to see increased police foot patrols to discourage loitering and crime in this area. naomi Neville (AT-LARGE) The building was originally developed using Low Income Housing Tax Credits and federal historic tax credits issued by the Federal government to encourage the development of affordable housing and preservation of historic buildings. The funding came with the restrictions that the property remains affordable housing for at least 40 years.

The restrictive covenants were placed on the property when it was last rehabilitated in 2005 and run through 2035. I see 2 main ways to implement improvement in our surrounding neighborhood streets and in the relationship between the facility and Newporters.

The first is the continued, vigilant enforcement of our public safety and nuisance laws and maintaining a visible police presence along Broadway, Washington Square and Eisenhower Park. The second way is to work with Church Community Housing Corp and its recently established advisory organization, Washington Square Services Corp, to insist that they remain vigilant in enforcing their rules and requiring their short and long-term residents to meet all of their internal qualifications. If residents fail to meet

their rules, there should be no delay in addressing the problems.

JEANNE-MARIE Napolitano (at-large)* There should be some responsibility of the establishment (Fifty Washington) to provide security for its residents and adjacent business neighbors, from unacceptable behaviors.

There should also be an outreach program on the part of Fifty Washington Square, to educate the public in understanding how many residents are there, both transitional and long-term, what programs are offered to help their residents, what security measures could be implemented for the residents and public, and ways the public may assist in improving outcomes for the residents and the surrounding neighborhood.

HENRY F. Winthrop (at-large)* The issues are not at the shelter but rather in the surrounding area.

This becomes a city enforcement issue that we must vigorously pursue.

MARCO t. Camacho (fIrst ward) The mark of a moral society is how it takes care of those who can’t take care of themselves. As a veteran, I’m no stranger to seeing the effects of PTSD on fellow soldiers. As private citizens, we’ve all come in contact with those who suffer from mental illness and drug dependency. Sometimes it’s just poverty and lack of opportunity keeping a person down. 50 Washington may not structurally be the best facility or location to deal with these issues.

Mental illness and drug dependency requires professional hospital care.

The poor need clean and safe long-term housing, job training, and an economy that actually has jobs. This will require federal and state financial aid and cooperation to do what is best for the residents of 50 Washington and the neighborhood. I believe building new facilities is the ultimate answer, but I will not displace those who need help the most.

CHARLES Y. Duncan (first ward) There have been various proposals offered by people who would

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City Business

to Ledge Road, and were uncertain when the section might re-open.

According to Public Services Director Bill Riccio, his office first learned of the devastation early Wednesday morning after responding to a report of some minor damage at the end of Ledge Road.

After heading north along the rocks, staff members began to notice some fairly significant erosion.

However, it wasn't until the team reached the section fronting Doris Duke's Rough Point that the extendt of the damage became apparent.

There, entire sections of sidewalk had been washed into the sea, leaving only craggy rocks and gaping holes where the stone walkway had been. The debris on the lawn of the historic manse hinted at the magnitude of Sandy's surge. Fence posts, twisted but somehow still standing, were roped off by yellow caution tape, while boulders blocked the narrow path that, until this week, had withstood years of pounding surf.

Further to the north, what had been a walkable beach is littered with massive boulders, and appears stripped of several inches of sand and rocks.

Perhaps the worst of the destruction was on the small section in back of the historic Miramar mansion. There, some 25 feet above the water, waves stripped the hillside of its vegetation, exposing an historic retaining wall and mangling a barbed wire fence. In some areas,

The following items of business, filed with City Clerk Kathy Silvia, came before the Newport City Council at its regular meeting held on Wednesday, Oct. 24: Licenses & Permits: – An application by the Gas Lamp Grille on Thames St. was approved to expand its victualing license to an approximate 918 sq. ft. addition on the second floor, east side of the building.

– The Wharf Pub and Raw Bar on Bowen’s Wharf was approved for its victualing license, in conjunction with transfer of the alcoholic beverage license. The restaurant was also approved for a Class A Entertainment License, which allows for indoor musical entertainment.

– A series of annual victualing licenses were renewed for non-liquor licensed establishments: n 7-Eleven, 95 Broadway, owned

by Zain Tariq Jakhar n Bamboo, 163 Connell Highway, owned by Bamboo Restaurant, Inc. n Goodie’s by the Sea, 22 Long Wharf, owned by Goodies by the Sea, LLC n Mad Hatter Bakery, 64 Broadway, Audra Lalli n New Good Friend Chinese Restaurant, 64 Broadway, owned by Che Wen Zhang n Panera Bread, 49 Long Wharf, owned by Howley Bread Group n Pizza Hollywood, 397 Thames St., owned by JLPH Acquisition Inc. n Pretzel Dog, 26 Broadway, owned by Pretzel Dog LLC Appointments to Boards & Commissions – Beach Commission (3 vacan-

the dirt pathway caved, creating a chasm that was impassible.

At Marine Beach, a makeshift memorial for surfer Shep Martin was washed away, and the rock pathway leading down to the beach was reset.

Closer to Ruggles Avenue, the tide had eroded the underpinnings of a small section of sidewalk, causing it to collapse into a sink hole.

City officials say that it's far too early to tell how much the damage will cost to repair, however, the scope of the problem is massive.

As the city's most popular attraction, Cliff Walk annually draws over 800,000 people.

The 1938 and 1954 hurricanes destroyed several of areas along the walkway, however a 1970-76 project by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers began restoring the walk. Those improvements were followed by repairs made in the early 1980s, as well as $3.4 million project following Hurricane Bob in 1993-94.

The most recent renovations to the Walk were completed in 2004, significantly improving access between Ruggles Avenue and Bailey's Beach.

Cliff Walk enthusiasts should expect the area to be closed for an extended period of time, and walkers are urged to respect closure signs.

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ENROLLMENT CONTINUED FROM PG. 1 new school still may not be large enough. The most recent enrollment numbers show an expected total of 905 elementary students.

“If we opened the school last September, we would have been three classrooms short,” Kelley said.

“That leaves you with an uneasy feeling that requires us to be flexible.”

That flexibility is what the subcommittee will examine over the coming weeks. Their objective is to identify, assess and recommend facility configuration options to the Newport School Committee at their regular monthly meeting in December.

The options committee spent Wednesday’s meeting examining enrollment predictions from several studies. What became apparent was the impact that military families have on the student population.

The number of Navy families who come to Newport every year with their children is hard to track.

Although there is communication between the school department and the Naval War College about how many families will arrive to the area in June, those families’ housing situation fluctuates. One parent on the committee, who is also active Navy personnel, said that

some families are only assigned to Newport for one year, some for six months. He also said they are mostly renters.

“It’s tough to tell,” he said. “Fort Adams is generally a very transient area, and renting in the Fifth Ward is not the easiest. Some families go to Jamestown and Middletown for their schools … there’s an ebb and flow of military families. The ages of the kids that come in are different.

Every year at the college, it could be a completely different run of people. You can’t guess the numbers.”

Underwood Elementary principal Kim Townsend concurred, saying that on average, she can lose or gain up to 40 students a year from military families that move to Newport.

Another bump in enrollment in the past five years has been the redevelopment of the city’s North End. When enrollment studies were being conducted in the mid-2000s, new public housing there was just becoming available. Since then, families have moved in, and the number of units of public housing continues to grow.

The consensus of the committee meeting was that it is still too early to predict what will happen next year. But until then, members will look at all viable options.

“When this school opens, it is

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going to be a marvel,” Kelley said.

“We just have to be sure that when it opens, it’s not overcrowded, and kids have the educational facilities they need.”

The committee will also examine which of the existing school properties might be maintained to give flexibility.

One parent on the board, Aida Neary, suggested examining a grade level shift: Could the eighth grade at Thompson Middle School be moved up to Rogers High School, making that facility grades 8 – 12?

By doing that, the fourth grade class could be moved up to Thompson Middle School, leaving the Pell School to house grades k – 3.

Other suggestions included moving the special education pre-k to the old home economics wing at Rogers High School, and keeping at least one elementary school property for future use.

“There are a lot of options when you talk about flexibility,” Kelley said. “That’s what we need to be talking about and thinking about … Everything has to be on the table in terms of pros and cons.”

The enrollment options committee will meet again on Wednesday, Nov. 7 at 4:45 p.m. at the Triplett School on Broadway. The public is encouraged to attend.

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Newport Police Log Newport Fire During the period from Monday, Incident Run Report Oct. 22 to Monday, Oct. 29, the Newport Police Department responded to 569 calls. Of those, 152 were motor vehicle related; there were 111 motor vehicle violations issued and 41 accident reports.

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The police also responded to3 suicide calls, 8 incidents of vandalism, 17 noise complaints, 16 animal complaints, 19 home/ business alarm calls and conducted 15 school security checks.

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Harold & Joan Sands David & Hilary Stookey ames & Susan Thompson Bank of N.Y. Mellon Trust

John Hele $1,690,000 David Gordon $1,100,000 Thaison Do $250,000 Milo Remy & Maria Fombellida $49,900

Middletown 86 John Kesson Ln. Michael & Dawn Morrissey 23 Osprey Ct. Bay Ridge Partners LLC Bay Ridge Condos -Unit 9A 24 Carriage Trail James & Barbara Boog 125 Chases Ln. Charles & Susan Salmond 392 Forrest Ave. Seascape Holdings LLC 6 Colony Dr. Scott & Ann Marie Shoppell Property on Forrest Ave. Paul & Ida Miller

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$447,000 $379,000

Michael & Joan Gilbertie $369,000 Christopher & Sandra O’Connor $295,000 William Fink $290,000 Mary Toppa $214,000 Seascape Holdings LLC $55,000

In addition, 33 arrests were made for the following violations: n 6 arrests were made for simple assault or battery. n 5 arrests were made for noise violations. n 4 arrests were made for disorderly conduct. n 3 arrests were made for bench warrants. n 3 arrests were made for possession of marijuana. n 2 arrests were made for larceny. n 2 arrests were made for vandalism. n 2 arrests were made for presenting fake IDs. n 1 arrest was made for breaking & entering. n 1 arrest was made for leaving the scene of a collision. n 1 arrest was made for violating a no contact order. n 1 arrest was made for possession of alcohol by a minor. n 1 arrest was made for embezzlement. n 1 arrest was made for urinating in public.

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Christmas in Newport Santa Mamba Fall Meeting Fiesta

Wounded Warrior Fundraiser

A meeting of Christmas in Newport (CIN) participants will be held on Thursday, Nov. 15 at 3:30 p.m. at Honyman Hall, Trinity Church.

CIN calendars will be available.

Organizations are encouraged to attend and present your event.

For more information, visit www. christmasinnewport.org or call 849-6454.

On Saturday, Nov. 10 the Ancient Order of Hibernians in Newport will host a cocktail reception to support the Wounded Warrior Project from 7 - 11 pm. The event will include a live band, raffle opportunities, and a cash bar. Tickets will be available at the door for $10 per person. Proceeds will support veterans organizations.

The Jamestown Arts Center will hold its Fall Fiesta and Fundraiser Saturday, Nov. 3 from 7:30 - 10:30 p.m. The evening will feature music of Santa Mamba and a gourmet chili bar. Tickets are limited, $50 in advance, available at Baker’s Pharmacy, Conanicut Marine, the Jamestown Arts Center and online at www.jamestownartscenter.org.

Adapted Physical Activity at the YMCA The Newport County YMCA is still accepting registrations for Adapted Physical Activity late fall programs running through Dec. 23.The program features classes for individuals who need smaller class sizes, more consistent reinforcement and classes that move at a slower pace with simpler instruction. The classes are designed to fit the needs of each participant in ways that allow them to fully participate to the best of their ability. Some of the class options include social swims, gymnastics, yoga, cardio dance, sports, swimming lessons and social nights.

For more information, contact Megan Leonard at 847-9200 ext.

117 or Meganl@newportymca.org.

During the period from Monday, Oct. 22 through Sunday, Oct. 28 the Newport Fire Department responded to a total of 128 calls. Of those, 81 were emergency medical calls, resulting in 57 patients being transported to the hospital. Additionally, 8 patients refused aid once EMS had arrived on-scene.

Fire apparatus was used for 128 responses: • Station 1 - Headquarters/Rescue 1 responded to 57 calls • Station 1 - Engine responded to 52 calls • Station 2 - Old Fort Road responded to 32 calls • Station 2 - Engine responded to 31 calls • Station 5 - Touro Street/Engine 5 responded to 38 calls

Specific situations fire apparatus was used for include: 1 - Chimney / flue fire 1 - Boiler malfunction 1 - Extrication from elevator 3 - Cooking fires confined to container 2- Electrical equipment problems 3 - Motor vehicle accidents 12 - Fire alarm system sounding

- no fire In the category of fire prevention, the department performed 11 smoke alarm inspections for house sale, 15 life safety inspections, provided 6 fire system plan reviews and made 204 Fire Prevention public education contacts.

Fire Prevention Message: Remember to change the batteries in your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors when you change your clocks for daylight savings time on Nov. 4.

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Youth Programs iNCASE (Newport County Afterschool Excitement) is accepting proposals for winter youth programs geared towards Newport County youth, grades 6-9, for their Winter 2013 program session. Proposals are due by Nov. 16. The programs will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from Jan. 29 through March 21. There is no charge for youth participation in this program series thanks to the support of Newport County Fund of the RI Foundation and the Jessie B. Cox Foundation.

Proposal forms are available at www.iNCASERI.org. For more information, or to request an application contact Debbie Bailey at 847-6927 ext. 17 or at iNCASE@ bgcnewport.org.

Scouting for Food Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts nationwide will collect non-perishable food items on Saturday, Nov. 3 beginning at 9 a.m.

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For What It’s Worth Mr. Santi: This figure was on the front lawn of my parents’ home for years before we sold the home. I think that they purchased it in the 1950’s. There is an electric cord that comes out the outstretched hand and a lantern hung from it. Does it have any value?

— Beatrice C.

The public is invited to the Off Broadway Neighborhood monthly meeting on Thursday, Nov. 1 at 7:30 p.m. at The Cafe, 200 Broadway.

Discussions will include concerns of assaults around the city. Plans for decorating Equality Park are also set for Saturday, Dec. 1 at 9 a.m.

Beatrice: Your figure was a popular lawn decoration in the 1950s and is probably made of cast concrete. Because it was used outside, the figure would have been re-painted over the years. Massproduced for lawn and garden centers, the original cost was probably pretty modest, perhaps less than $100. If the electric line is intact and operational and if the figure is in good condition, as a vintage collectible, it would have a value of around $250 today.

– Federico Santi, Partner, Drawing Room Antiques (The Drawing Room offers free appraisals by appointment.

Call 841-5060 to make an appointment.)

Do you have a treasured item and want to know “what it’s worth?”

Send an image, as hi-res as possible, directly to Federico at: drawrm@hotmail.com or 152 Spring St., Newport

Annual Meeting at Seamen’s Church The 93rd Annual Meeting of the Seamen’s Church Institute will feature a program of shared stories to illustrate the impact the organization has on the local community on Friday, Nov. 16 at 6 p.m. Members of Friends of SCI, donors, and the public are invited to attend this free event. RSVP by Nov. 14 to Seamen’s Church Institute at 847-4260 or seamensnewport@gmail.com.

RI Historical Society Annual Meeting The 191st Annual Meeting of the Rhode Island Historical Society will be held Nov. 14 at the Aldrich House, 110 Benevolent St., Providence at 5:30 p.m.

The guest speaker is G. Wayne Miller, an American writer and filmmaker. In the fall of 2011, Miller wrote The War on Terror, a sevenpart series about returning veterans of the post-9/11 wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, published in the Providence Journal.

He will also show excerpts from his documentary film, “Coming Home,” to illustrate his talk, which is part of the Rhode Island Historical Society’s year-long exploration of Rhode Island at War. The meeting is free and open to the public, and a reception will follow the conclusion of the business meeting and speaking program.

RSVP to mlupham@rihs.org or 401-331-8575 ext. 33 by Nov. 8.

Neighborhood Meeting

Documenting Sandy The Newport Historical Society wants to collect media of Hurricane Sandy that community members have captured in Newport County.

Specifically, NHS is looking for photographs and videos of any hurricane preparations, the storm itself, and its aftermath, including boarding up windows, high wind and surf, fallen trees, damage and debris. As collections of citizen’s snapshots of past hurricanes are now used to tell the stories of these major events, these modern images can be used by future scholars and school-children.

Submit digital photos and video to newporthurricane@gmail.com.

Whenever possible, the NHS would like to archive high-resolution photos and video, but images captured by phones and other handheld devices at lower quality settings are also sought. 300dpi (or higher) jpgs or tiffs are most desirable. All qualifying photos will be posted on the NHS Facebook page. Note not all submissions may be accepted. All donations should include rights of use as they become a part of the NHS Digital Archives.

Ukulele 101 Learn and explore more with others in an appreciation night of the ukulele at the Jamestown Philomenian Library, Tuesday, Nov. 6 at 7 p.m. Experienced musician, Jim Rocha will have several to look at and try. Or, bring your own for an impromptu music session.

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Trek des Trees The New England Chapter of the International Society of Arboriculture will host its 2012 Trek des Trees educational fun walk Sunday, Nov. 9 from 9 a.m. to noon. The walk departs from the Newport Marriott and takes about two hours to complete. This year’s Trek (a tree walk and educational quiz) uses portions of the Newport Tree Society’s Colonial Tree Walk. Tickets are $25 and $5 from each ticket will be donated to the Tree Fund. Prizes will be given to those that complete the Trek with the highest points.

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Seaside Garden Club The Seaside Garden Club of Newport will meet at Fenner Hall on Wednesday, Nov. 7 at 6 p.m. The speaker will be Nikki Vazquez from Newport in Bloom. She will discuss native sustainable plantings and how to prepare for the America Bloom Competition. Refreshments will be served.

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‘Green Drinks’ Event Green Drinks Newport will meet Thursday, Nov. 1 at Patagonia on Thames Street. Special guest is Bike Newport and 10% of sales for the evening will benefit the non-profit organization.The event is free.

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EDITORIAL Ask What's Best for Newport

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e've made a point over the last few years to emphasize ideas over egos.

With that in mind, as voters head to the polls on Tuesday, we hope that they vote with one idea in mind: Will my vote make Newport a better place to live?

In the race for City Council – be it on the ward level or at-large – ask yourself who among the candidates will best contribute to making Newport more livable?

In the General Assembly, we also must send representatives who will put our island's interests first. On the federal level, in the race for U.S. House and Senate, we should all vote on our conscience, rather than a simple party line.

And finally, when it comes to the casino question, we should again vote with that one issue in mind.

Will turning Newport Grand into a full-scale casino benefit Newport?

Will it help ensure our long-term financial health, or will it simply open the city up to unforeseen, and unintended consequences?

As we've written in the space before, regardless of how the vote turns out, it would seem wise for Rhode Island to begin considering strategies for reducing its dependence on gambling revenue.

That we, as a community, could be swayed in favor of any project by the prospect of losing out on less than one percent of the city's annual operating budget is rather concerning.

Just as it's hard to know exactly what the impacts of a casino would be for our community as a whole, it's also hard to ignore the predicament that got us to this point.

If Rhode Island – and Newport, more specifically – had a healthier economy, it's unlikely that we would be so inclined to support the expansion of gambling as a vital measure of economic development.

City Council members have cited a deeply held trust with Newport Grand's current ownership, and a need to shore up the city's finances as reason for lending their support for the proposal.

But what will become of the facility if and when the present owners decide to sell? Is a casino the kind of job creator we want in town?

And will its presence discourage, or encourage, young families from locating to Newport?

Alternatively, if we reject the proposal, Newporters should consider carefully the potential number of jobs that could be lost, and what might take Newport Grand's place should it indeed fail at the hands of Massachusetts' own grand gaming plans.

These are just some of the factors we need to consider before casting our ballots. We trust that voters will do so carefully.

Remember to Vote on Nov. 6 Social Cost of Gambling is High To the Editor: No amount of slick advertisements or endorsements by city and state officials will ever convince me that expanded gambling would be good for Newport and Rhode Island. To go further down that road would be relying on a revenue source that is fundamentally unreliable and finite. One needs only to look at the condition of Atlantic City, N.J. and Ledyard, CT, just two of many communities adversely affected by such false promises. Foxwoods presently has a $2.3 billion debt, joining casinos in trouble nationwide. Loss of local control makes expansion even more of an economic dead end.

Our historic, beautiful city would be diminished by a full casino wher-

ever it is located. However, Newport Grand’s location near the naval base, community college, and soon to be only elementary school, is especially disconcerting. Development of the North End would be detrimentally affected as well.

The social costs of expanded gambling in Newport would far exceed any promised benefits.

Public resources would be further stretched by increased problem gambling, more crime, domestic violence, bankruptcies, and foreclosures.

Any way you look at it, REJECTING LOCAL QUESTION 8 on the YELLOW BALLOT is the only way to go.

Ann Rossman Newport

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Past Poor Decisions Still Haunt Newport To the Editor: The stars seem aligned for Newport voters to approve casino table gambling for Newport Grand. The Newport Grand support group has honed their arguments of jobs and revenue for the City, and found a receptive audience including many local politicians.

I am reminded of other big Newport decisions which were based on big promises.

Newport Grand exists now because voters in the mid-70's bought into arguments of an exciting sport (Jai Alai) and a major performing arts center (the fronton building).

The reality? Not-so-exciting Jai Alai was dumped for video machines, and there never was a single serious performing arts event staged at the "fronton".

A few years earlier, many blocks of historic Newport waterfront were demolished because the City's leaders were convinced that running a four-lane highway through the heart of the harbor

area would be a great leap forward.

Does anyone now think that America's Cup Ave. was worth that monumental, irreversible, destruction?

What is truly amazing in the current situation is how uninformed voters are about the implications of an approved casino gambling license here.

For example, how many casino enthusiasts have considered that the license is a salable commodity? So that Harrah's or some other Big-Money corporation could buy this license, and do as they please in operating the facility? Suddenly, Newport Grand becomes the biggest "player" in town.

And, how many Newport voters are aware that the owners of Newport Grand, present or future, could move this gambling operation to any location in Newport? Yes, I said anywhere.

Wait - what about our City zoning regulations?

Well, when it comes to gambling, all City authority is superseded by

Newporter. Is there no other place to put it? I know that the existing Convention and Visitor’s center on America’s Cup sells tickets for Preservation Society properties. Do we need two centers? In this age of desired open space, the fewer buildings, the better.

If the Preservation Center has the money to spend on a center, why not use that money to fix things that need attention at the Breakers now? The last time I was there I noticed fountains that weren’t working and landscaping that needed attention. Fixing what is there makes more sense than unnecessarily tearing up a beautiful property.

Loretta Burke Newport

Grand is a Good Neighbor Lynne Tungett, Publisher & Editor Tom Shevlin, Associate Publisher & News Editor Letters Policy Newport This Week encourages all citizens to comment publicly on the events and times in which we live. We will print any letter sent to us, adhering to guidelines for taste, accuracy, fairness, and public interest.

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To the Editor: Newport Grand has been my neighbor and friend for 18 years and an important local employer for more than than 36 years. Many of us have a friend or family member that works or has worked for Newport Grand and these jobs are threatened by the full-scale resort casinos that are coming to Massachusetts.

I truly appreciate Newport Grand as a neighbor and good corporate citizen. My property, the Malbone Estate, abuts New-

Robert Beaver Newport

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To the Editor: I have been following with interest the opinions regarding the proposed welcome center on the grounds of the Breakers. While a Preservation Society welcome center may be desired on the part of the Director and some of the Preservation Society’s board, I’d like to speak for other Newport citizens, many of whom have spoken up against the idea but do not have the inclination to write.

Many of us think it’s a horrible idea! The Breakers is a city, state and national treasure. It is one of the most important houses in America.

The grounds should remain as they are. Placing a multi-million dollar building with the resulting removal of ancient trees and bushes doesn’t make sense to the average

the State license!

In 2007, a State Superior Court judge ruled on Newport's authority to control Newport Grand through zoning regulation - finding that the City is "powerless" to do so!! Judge Melanie Thunberg further ruled that Newport zoning language about what land the gambling facility may use was an "attempt by the City of Newport to invade regulatory territory it has no legal right to occupy".

So, why would a Newport Grand Casino with big bucks behind it choose to stay on the north side of Newport? They could move it to the harbor, to Bellevue Avenue, to Ocean Drive - wherever their interests would be best served.

With so few voters aware of these unforeseen consequences, casino table-gambling will probably be approved in Newport.

I hope I'm wrong.

port Grand and they have always been wonderful neighbors. One does not need to look far for its charitable presence in the community either, since Newport Grand and its owner, Diane Hurley and hef family have been stalwart supporters of many of our best philanthropic organizations and cultural events.

I encourage Newporters to vote yes on question 2 and yes on the yellow ballot to add table games to Newport Grand.

James Leach, Newport

To the Editor: I am disturbed to find out that Brendan Doherty opposes the bipartisan Violence Against Women Act. I thought that someone running to represent Rhode Island in Congress would have more sense than that. He can’t say that he spend his career defending women and then go ahead and oppose legislation that would help them.

But, Mr. Doherty’s comments remind me that he’s beholden to the powerful Republican special interests that are funding his campaign.

That is not good for us and Brendan Doherty’s not the Congressman we need – Rhode Island can do better.

Ruth Barge Thumbtzen Newport

Cicilline Cares To the Editor: In the last two years, Congressman David Cicilline has fought hard to pass bills that put our state back to work and get things done for families. His opponent is spending a lot of time looking backwards, while Mr. Cicilline is looking forward with a clear vision of what we need in Rhode Island. I trust him to fight on our behalf, and I have no doubt that he will continue to work hard for women, seniors, students, and working families if he gets reelected this November. I urge everyone to support him on Nov. 6.

Thomas Sullivan Newport

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LETTERS CONTINUED Adding Table Games Would Add Jobs To the Editor: During the last several months I have been talking with Newporters about the ballot referendum that, if approved, would add Table Games at Newport Grand. I appreciate the kind words and support that I have received at every doorway and event. As I have spoken to voters across the city, whether they intend to vote yes or not, I have tried to emphasize the most important reason to vote ‘yes’ is to preserve the 200 jobs at Newport Grand and protect the $1 million in annual tax revenue we generate for the city of Newport.

I helped my father open Newport Grand in 1976 and have been here through the various evolutions and changes our family business has gone through over the years. Adding Table Games at Newport Grand is another evolution that will allow us to compete with the full-scale, resort style casinos coming to Massachusetts. A report requested by Governor Lincoln Chafee supports the conclusion Newport Grand

would cease operation by 2017.

The addition of Table Games is expected to grow slot machine revenue which will increase the tax revenue to Newport to nearly $1.2 million. It is notable Newport Grand is one of the city’s top five taxpayers and $1.2 million would practically cover the annual debt service on the new Pell School.

Newport Grand also pays $30 million each year in taxes to the State of Rhode Island and that money comes back to our community in the form of infrastructure, education and aid to Cities and Towns.

Adding Table Games will also allow Newport Grand to hire approximately 50 new employees. These employees will have good medical and dental benefits, a 401K plan and paid time off for vacation, sick and personal time. Good jobs are hard to come by these days and I am proud to say our jobs are steady and well-paying. Our employees range in age from 18 to 81 and 38% of our staff has been with Newport Grand for more than 10 years, sev-

eral started with me in 1976!

Newport Grand is a proud local company. Every year we generate $6 million in goods and services with a variety of local vendors and we pride ourselves on being a good North End neighbor. From the Tall Ships and the YMCA to the Newport Music Festival and the Community College of Rhode Island, Newport Grand has provided financial, leadership, and logistical support for non-profit organizations and their events since our inception. Newport is a wonderful city and we look forward to contributing to her future for many more years.

On November 6, please vote yes on statewide Question 2 and yes on the yellow local ballot to add Table Games at Newport Grand. We appreciate your support and thank you in advance for helping us protect job and preserve revenue.

services, added hundreds of extra vehicle trips a day to this already dangerous stretch of East Main Road, and destroyed the property's remaining scenic and other conservation values such as the land's prime farmland soils, recreational and wildlife habitat values. When ALT acquired the perpetual Conservation Easement on the Boulevard Nurseries land in October 2008 this threat was extinguished, but the billboards remained.

When the current Town Council decided to remove the billboards they made a wise decision to perfect our joint conservation transaction while also making an economic investment in that strategic area and important gateway property into Middletown. Which would be a better and more complementary gateway for the unique businesses in that area (like Boulevard Nurseries, Newport Vineyards, Chaves Gardens, Fatullis Bakery and Deli, the farmers' market, and Rhode Island Nurseries) sweeping–scenic vistas or billboards? Do the billboards complement the new nearby segment of the Sakonnet

One Chance to Reject Gambling To the Editor; Newport may be about to give up control of casino gambling to the State. The change of Jai Alai into SLOTS, without a vote, should be a lesson to all of us that we have no control when the State is in charge. The large increase in the number of slot machines at Newport Grand, also without a vote, is another lesson that the “expansion of gambling” supposedly protected by the RI Constitution is undefined and therefore unenforceable. Newport has only this one opportunity to reject casino gambling in the City. Once our control is lost, we can never regain it.

If Newport voters approve a casino for Newport Grand, it will open the door for the State to do whatever it thinks it needs to do to maximize revenues. Once all of the authority is in its hands, the Legislature could amend the law to allow Newport Grand, or a new owner with big promises, to operate in a more attractive location. The City

would have no control, having given it up with this vote presently before it.

There are many locations in Newport that might be more desirable to a new owner.

The State, holding all the cards, could facilitate relocation. It might enter into a long term lease of State owned land in Newport. Other possibilities for relocation might include the Newport Naval Hospital or the many hotels on the water which could be sold or leased to a successor owner of Newport Grand.

We should never underestimate the State’s continuing demand for more revenue and how focused it is on Newport’s potential as a revenue producer.

I hope the voters will agree that we need to keep control of our own future and vote REJECT on Question # 8 on the YELLOW BALLOT.

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Middletown's Ugly Billboards Must Go

To the Editor: The billboards on the Boulevard Nurseries property next to East Main Road are not an appropriate way to welcome people to Middletown and distinguish that community for economic growth.

In 2008, the Aquidneck Land Trust ("ALT") asked the Town of Middletown to help it conserve 29.46 +/- acres of the Boulevard Nurseries property. After many discussions, Middletown agreed to contribute $1.5 million from voter approved open space funds to the over $2 million project provided the billboards be allowed to remain on the land despite ALT's request to the contrary. We agreed to proceed with this condition as Middletown's significant financial contribution was critical to the project and achieving the larger conservation goals.

Engineers' plans demonstrated that the Boulevard Nurseries property could have been developed into about 35 house lots which would have burdened the Town's tax base with additional requirements for expensive community

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Greenway Trail, Aquidneck Island's largest public nature trail? Those billboards are like a dangerous precedent or cancerous growth, and seem more like something you would see on West Main Road. You may recall the New York Times article a few years ago bemoaning sprawl in our country and pointing to its devastating impacts including the "anywhere USA effect."

That article used a picture of West Main Road in Middletown showing its congestion, utility poles, signs and lack of character to demonstrate the problems of sprawl.

Strategic efforts to preserve and improve the beauty and charm of Middletown will further distinguish the Town and help make it an even more attractive place to live, work and visit. That represents more visionary and significant economic policy than a billboard lease. As the real estate truism goes, "Location, Location, Location!" Middletown, protect your location.

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OPINION

Here's To Vision, Regardless of Politics

First Impressions Count

To the Editor: To the many people who provided their insights over the past 3 1/2 years to the Comprehensive Land Use Plan subcommittee, which I cochaired—Thank You! You are part of moving Newport boldly toward the State mandate, and, at last, to a big clear vision for the City’s future.

So what?

On September 10 the City manager proposed, and the Council endorsed, closure of a much-refined process, only weeks from completion, without transition, debrief, or report of our findings or recommendations. I read about the decision in the newspaper. Newport’s city manager form of government aims to remove icy political behavior like this. Still, my calls to the two top City Hall officials about this abrupt decision go unreturned.

Such bungling, though, expedites Newport’s (and Aquidneck Island’s) necessary embrace of competition and innovation. Political mores interceded, but our progressive logic was already assimilating into the local culture. See for yourself.

Early, our members agreed that thorough research and rationale would create a powerful body of useful knowledge. We wrangled difficult principles into actionable ideas. The outcome is the (nearlycompleted) living document.

Our subcommittee developed expertise in 7 areas (called elements) to create a coherent economic development guide. Sound recommendations were based on economic data. We weighed the interconnected City systems. Our public meetings and numerous discussions with key constituents--low income to very successful employers—tested and refined our thinking.

First, we developed a set of working principles. We agreed to: Focus on strengths, leverage assets to solve big problems, and listen to smart people. The principles determined concepts which evolved into 32 recommendations, including these four: Economic cost/benefit analysis.

Systematic, measurable solutions require regular, informed, coherent steps; not occasional and random bloviation.

Logic. Newport’s largest professional concentrations of employment exist in two well-paying industry segments. Newport Hospital, CCRI Nursing, and numerous doctors’ offices are clearly medical.

Salve, IYRS, the Naval War College are clearly educational. These are strengths Newport can build on for decades. We called this strategy ED/ MED. Innovation. What do you do with a derelict Naval Hospital with its own pier? Food and energy are challenges with opportunistic potential.

Public-private initiatives between business and academic institutions could forge a science campus developing biotech solutions, aquaculture/oyster bed remediation and other tech and skilled production.

Arts. An arts district is good. But, ‘starving artists’ require shelter. Increased density (housing) in the form of live-work space in Washington Square creates an arts neighborhood (cultural resources). Multimodal transportation (circulation) and waterfront marine businesses (economic development) are detailed solutions that came from hours of private study.

As co-chair, I mistakenly trusted leadership to grasp, maintain, and endorse this vital process.

Snuffing out others’ good will is rotten. Happily, fortune favors the bold.

Robert Bailey Newport

To the Editor: In the 1800s, Great Britain boasted that the sun never set on the British Empire. During that time, their possession of India was known a s "The Jewel in the Crown". I do not think that it is much of a stretch to say that Newport is "The Jewel in the Crown" of Rhode Island!

Will There Be A Crack in the Jewel in the Crown?

There is an old saying that "If you want to promote your agenda, you put your foot in the door and push and push until the door is forced open." But, be careful! you may never be able to close it again!

I think this statement applies rather directly to Newport's gambling question. In 1992, The Newport Grand put its foot in the door to open its slots emporium. I didn't pay that much attention to this enterprise until one night in 2004 when my wife and I were driving over the Pell Bridge from Jamestown. About half way across the

bridge, I noticed an orange colored, lighted sign, blurred at first in the area behind the Newport Naval Hospital. The sign slowly enlarged, becoming more distinct as we approached Newport. Before exiting the bridge, the word "SLOTS" was emblazoned across the landscape. This was a new addition to the Newport Skyline; the initial welcome greeting, if you will, to all of the thousands of visiting tourists. Just imagine, coming to a world class city with all of its natural beauty, its beaches, Cliff Walk, mansions and museums, Tennis Hall of Fame, historical, architectural and artistic history, and the first welcoming sign to greet you as you come off the lovely Pell Bridge is "SLOTS"! This was the first push after Newport Grand got its foot in the door.

The owner of Newport Grand has indicated that she intends to remove the SLOTS sign, FINALLY! I expect this depends on a favorable

outcome, from her standpoint~ of the gambling issue. Why do I have the feeling that a new bigger and better sign, – "NEWPORT GRAND CASINO" – will replace it? Will this be even a more seductive, offensive and blaring welcome to Newport's eager tourists? Be still my beating heart!

This past summer's Classical Music Festival in Newport was the usual wonderful performance of talented artists presenting the works of major, world class composers!

Part of the charm of the festival has always been it's relationship of the music and musicians to the appropriate venues, as typified by the salons, music rooms and grounds of The Preservation Society and Salve Regina University. Alas! This year 4 concerts were held in the Event Center of Newport Grand- hardly a classy locale for this nationally renowned Festival~ much more appropriate for a heavy metal band!

The owner of The Newport

Grand just happens to be the President of the Board of the Music Festival. I don't suppose that there is any conflict of interest here? This was the 2nd push to force open the door.

On November 6th, 2012, Newport residents will vote yes or no on adding table games at Newport Grand. If the measure is approved, this final push will open the door fully. Just remember, if the door opens fully, in all likelihood it will not be possible to close it again! All the social, economic and emotional trauma and diseases associated with the addiction of gambling will irreparably change Newport forever! It will no longer be The Jewel in the Crown of Rhode Island!

On November 6, 2012 Please REJECT Local Question #8 Edwin Madden Washington Street, Newport

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By Meg O’Neil The Newport City Council voted for the second time on Wednesday, Oct. 24 to postpone an ordinance that would allow for taxi cab stands to return to Newport. The council will revisit the ordinance at its Dec. 12 meeting.

At one time available throughout the city, cab stands have diminished in number to just one in active use: a four-spot stand at the Gateway Center on America’s Cup Ave. The proposal would amend the current taxi cab stand ordinance, in place since 1994, that eliminated cab stands on Thames St. 20 feet north of Pelham St.; Market Square, south side; Washington Square, south side; and William St., south side.

The revised ordinance would allow the following cab stands in lieu of those eliminated: Three in front of the Thames St. post office near Franklin St., from 6 p.m. – 2:30 a.m.

Sunday through Friday, and on Saturdays from 1 p.m. – 2:30 a.m. Additionally, two stands would be allowed on lower Thames St. in front of Bank of America from 9 p.m. – 2:30 a.m.

Councilor Justin McLaughlin said that continuing the ordinance proposal to a later date would allow both the council and Inter-departmental Traffic Committee to examine the traffic report again. “I don’t think we were really ready,” he said.

“It’s better for us to stop and take a breath to really look at this instead of going forward on something that not everyone agreed with.”

The topic of taxi stands had been discussed by the council a its Oct. 10 meeting, when councilors sought to increase the number of available stands by adding three: the previously mentioned spots in front of the post office and lower Thames St., and also a stand for two cabs at Market Square on the north side of the Seamen’s Church Institute.

At that meeting, several members of the council were hesitant to accept a traffic report proposal from the Inter-departmental Traffic Committee, citing the fact that no local cab companies were present to comment on how the new stands would be used. Councilor Naomi Neville called the proposal “overly limiting in its scope.”

However, others wanted to go ahead. Councilor Kate Leonard said, “The ITC is our governing body that we depend on for an opinion. Parking is at a huge premium in the areas that the taxi stands are being proposed. If you have those spots only for the taxi stands, it impacts other businesses in the area.”

Allowing the two proposed taxi spots in Market Square would result in the elimination of designated motorcycle and scooter parking, which council members were not willing to do.

City Manager Jane Howington said, “Taxi stands would be better for customers, taxi companies, and public safety of the community.

Let’s go and start with something.”

The council will examine the taxicab stand ordinance again at its Dec. 12 meeting.

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fund a move of the entire organization, only to be turned down by the owner occupants. There is a definite need for such a shelter.

That said, the shelter management by offering such is obligated to provide guidance, help, therapy, to their occupant/ clients, looking to accepted behavior on the streets by these. Failure of accepted street behavior of these residents leaves only the very strictest of police enforcement.

JUSTIN s. McLaughlin (second ward)** 50 Washington Square is a multifaceted place in a complex community. That complexity includes homeless people with alcohol and drug addiction problems. There is no doubt that the shelter for homeless people located in the 50 Washington Square building poses challenges, nor is there any doubt that the shelter addresses an important social need in the community. If the shelter did not exist, there is no reason to think that Newport would be free of homeless people who drink and use drugs. But 50 Washington Square is a lot more than a shelter; it provides low-cost housing for many Newporters who are proud to call that building their home. Thus, it is unreasonable to imply, as the question seems to, that all of the problems on Broadway are caused by residents of 50 Washington Square or people who use the shelter. Just as it would also be unreasonable to think that the homeless people who use the shelter do not contribute to those problems. The professional staff at 50 Washington Square are dedicated to working with the people who use the shelter to help them and to mitigate those problems. I believe their efforts and the improvements that have already occurred on Broadway and in Washington Square, including the upgrades to Washington Square, new businesses on Broadway and increased police attention to problems in the area, have resulted in a reduction of incidents. I expect the execution of the Broadway Streetscape initiative in 2013 will result in further improvement.

Communication implies a two-

way information flow, not just outbound messaging. What specific communication actions and programs will you pursue to accomplish this strategic communication goal and build public involvement with and trust in municipal government? What specific measures will you advocate to improve Police Department and Fire Department communication with one another and with the public?

Boucher The neighborhood associations are the best means for developing informal communication between the council and citizens. The media outlets are important. The members of the City Council are all available to communicate with the citizens we serve. We will continue to build as many bridges as possible in both formal and informal ways.

Emergency communication is a much larger topic. By the grace of God we have not had a devastating natural disaster in recent memory.

However as an island community we need to be even more diligent about the probability of such an event in our future. I will work with other leaders in the city to ensure that emergency plans are in place and well prepared for.

The city policy of having community police officers is the best means for maintaining communication between the police department and the citizens of Newport.

Jimmy Winters and the officers of the Newport Police Department are respectful and professional in their engagements the citizens of our city. I know that our fire department is always working to educate and inform our citizens about safety concerns in their homes and business that increase the chances of fire.

Farley Communication is an important core competency, particularly with regard to emergency communications. Regarding inbound communication: I am relatively satisfied with the options available to residents for contacting city staff. Any disaffected resident should immediately contact their ward councilor and ask for follow-up. Regarding public safety communication improvement: I will advocate for continued use of Amber Alert, Silver Alert in the appropriate public safety function.

Simply stated, interventions based around supportive housing

using a scattered site model radically reduce the number of police and fire calls made by police and fire department personnel. These interventions save money and have better outcomes for the individuals who are experiencing mental health and substance abuse issues.

Neville Improving the City’s website to have it become the ‘go to’ place for getting information and providing information is one of my main goals. I would like the webpage to be much more interactive, and the City is slowly moving in that direction. Next season, residents will be able to sign up for the Hut activities online but we should offer much more than that. Residents should be able to pay all their City bills online; neighborhood groups should be able to post their meeting dates. The webpage should become a vital resource of City and local events. The City should also use social media more aggressively to send out event notices, public utility notices, anything we would like for the public to be made more aware of.

I support the efforts that Fire and Police should have shared dispatch and continue the flow of information between fire, police and the City Manager’s office. Part of the National Grid resolution was to evaluate the use of the new Code Red system and to improve and expand upon its use.The City Manager recently gave the go-ahead for the police to create a Facebook page, and I believe that is one of today’s new ways of communicating information to the public. The police also recently hosted a public Community Meeting and we must also continue this traditional form of communication.

Napolitano There are a number of programs initiated in communities around the country which involve communications with the citizenry.

Programs such as Red Alert, Amber Alert, Silver Alert, can robocall phones and messages via computers. If the service is offered and a citizen provides thd appropriate information to receive this type of notification, it would be to everyone’s benefit.. I’d like to see more interaction with the City’s Website.

Develop a mechanism to report a problem or issue, whereby a citizen can initiate via the website. Provide a monthly report indicating the disposition of all requests. Finally, it

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was never clearer to me as during Hurricane Irene, with most of the City out of electricity, the importance of communication. Although some listened to their portable radios, (although most information was in regard to the Providence area) it was unclear where shelters were, how one could get their cell phone recharged in case of another emergency, or how to care for a family member with medical needs. At that point ham radio users would have been extremely useful. Utilizing the public would have provided more “boots on the ground” in helping those in need.

2. In terms of specific measures, there are times when the adding personnel on the ground, public, private, and more than one department to expand a search for a missing child, senior, or someone with special needs, should be easy to implement. In terms of Police & Fire Personnel communications with one another and the public, recommendations should be provided to the council with a cost/benefit analysis by the City Manager before implementation.

Winthrop The City Manager and her Staff will be conducting community meetings this fall to provide information and to receive feedback from the residents. This is a beginning. I’m a firm believer that we can’t over communicate. We also need to make the City web site much more user friendly.

The police and fire services communicate very well with each other and for the most part with the community. Are there issues once in a while that must be critiqued and processes changed to improve?

Yes, but in no way do I think the communication lines are broken.

Camacho I propose a “311” style city-wide system like they have in New York City. 311’s mission is to: “Provide the public with quick, easy access to all city government services and information while maintaining the highest possible level of customer service.” The message to citizens is “If you see something, say something.” I lived and worked in NYC. This system works well. It would work even better in a smaller city like ours. Additionally, FEMA is rolling out The Commercial Mobile Alert System (CMAS). The system interfaces to the Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) service that wireless carriers are rolling out across the nation in 2012. CMAS is a part-

nership between FEMA, the FCC, and wireless carriers, to enhance public safety. We can implement a similar local program as well.

Duncan This is a goal that we as a Council have incorporated in our strategic plan.

McLaughlin Substantial improvements in the communication of information to the public in recent years include: an increase in the number of meetings and workshops that are recorded for subsequent broadcast on public access TV; availability of council dockets in searchable PDF format; and a dramatic increase in the amount of information available on the city’s website including financial reports (budgets, audits, CIPs), information about Public Utilities (water and sewer) and Public Services (road repair) projects, and status reports on other major infrastructure projects. At the same time, the city web site, both organization and content, needs updating, and work is underway to do this. I have advocated for conducting another citizen survey and I expect to see that happen in the coming year. I have also advocated for live web streaming of city council meetings (as well as other bodies, such as the school committee) and I expect to see the city implement that in the coming year. I have also lobbied for creation of inbound communications mechanisms such as an on-line inquiry and feedback process that would make it easier for residents to communicate with the city, and I expect to see major near-term improvements in those areas as well.

Do you support the ballot question that would authorize Newport Grand to add state operated casino gaming, such as table games, to the types of gambling it offers? Why or why not?

Boucher I do not believe that a casino or gambling in general should be the driving economic force of in any community. I do believe that it can be an important supplement to a local economy that is dependent upon tourist dollars for its economic health. This describes the relationship between the City of Newport and Newport Grand. It is a supplement to our tourist trade.

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City council members heard more details of a proposal to bolster the city's communication stream at the Council meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 24.

In her regular report to councilors, City Manager Jane Howington acknowledged that there has been "a lot of discussion on public safety" over the past few weeks.

Howington is proposing offering a three-month contract to a communications professional who will

it's the truth, but it's stretched," Coyne said.

Councilor Jeanne Marie Napolitano said that "This is the time we need to come together," adding that "police are not going to tell us their every move."

Howington agreed, emphasizing that in addition to developing a more robust communications strategy, the city is hoping to reinvigorate neighborhood crime watches and strengthen ties with community groups.

"Some of the information that is making people nervous is not necessarily true, or it's the truth, but it's stretched."

– Councilor Stephen R. Coyne be tasked with spearheading a citywide campaign to improve how the city approaches both inbound and outbound information.

The contract, which is expected to be issued through an emergency funding process, is not expected to exceed $10,000.

Saying that the position squares with the council's previously stated goal of improving communication with the public, Howington suggested that the pilot project would focus at first on the city's public safety organizations and may be turned into a formal budget proposal.

Councilwoman Naomi L. Neville said that the proposal was a good idea, but looking at "the big picture," she believes the city could have responded in a more effective fashion during a press conference held last Monday.

"There is a feeling out there that Newporters are not as safe as they were," she said, adding that the city could do a better job in emphasizing the specific steps being taken by police to ensure public safety.

Councilor Stephen R. Coyne stressed the need to get the correct information out. "Some of the information that is making people nervous is not necessarily true, or

Some of the other areas the city's future information officer will focus on include educating various departments on the ideal use of Facebook, interfacing with local community groups, and optimizing the city's website.

On a related note, Howington reported that 490 people attended the city's Engage Newport session at the Armory boating center earlier this month.

In other business:

Councilors expressed appreciation to the members of the Newport Fire Department for their "tireless efforts in making a difference in the lives of so many people through their yearly fundraising efforts on behalf of the Muscular Dystrophy Association."

Approved a resolution asking the city administration to develop guidelines for the types of activities that should and should not be allowed in Newport harbor, and to develop standards for vessels permitted to use the city docks at Perrotti Park.

And lent their support to the implementation of a comprehensive reorganization of the School Department's business office.

SANDY CONTINUED FROM PG. 1 ing a new culvert system that was completed just over two years ago.

Further south at Brenton Point, the city's seawalls also sustained heavy damage. In one section, a series of concrete blocks placed as a temporary repair could be seen strewn across the road and in a patch of reeds. Other fresh gashes in the seawall near the terminus of Harrison Avenue were also visible, and where the seawall ends near Castle Hill, the soil had been eroded to within feet of the roadway.

At least one section of sidewalk had caved in, while other portions of the famed walkway were virtually unrecognizable.

Bill Riccio, the city's director of public services, said on Tuesday that he would need to do a more thorough inspection of the road and seawall system before giving an estimate on the cost of the damage. However, he was pleased with the city's most recent repairs.

The seawall located just south of King's Beach fishing area, for example, performed well above ex-

pectations, sustaining only minor damage.

The city's utility infrastructure also performed well. The city's new UV system, which is only operational from Memorial Day through Labor Day, was unaffected by the storm, and all plants (water and waste water) maintained operations throughout the storm.

According to police Lt. William Fitzgerald, although power was interrupted at the water plants, backup generators permitted uninterrupted service.

The Cliff Walk, however, was "annilated," according to Riccio. At least one section of sidewalk had caved in, while other portions of the famed walkway were virtually unrecognizable after waves scoured hillsides, ripped down fences, and displaced untold numbers of massive boulders along the walk's southern end. On Wednesday, city officials had closed the walk from Ruggles Avenue to Ledge Road.

According to City Manager Jane Howington, her office will be working with various department heads in the days ahead to compile any damage claims. The Federal Emergency Management Agency was also due on site later this week.

"We were very well prepared and fairly lucky," said Howington.

cies) – Applicants: Martin Gollis, Pauline McGrady, Carole D. Nicodemos – Canvassing Authority (Alternate position/Democratic Party): Thomas H. Sullivan, Barbara L Coleman, Valerie R. Kalwak, Susan T. Perkins.

– Reappointment of Peter Barry, Deborah Miller, and Cris Cobaugh to the Hospitality Commission.

– Reappointment of Mary Moniz to the Planning Board.

– of Mark Reappointment Witcher to the Trust & Investment Commission.

Resolutions – The city council expressed appreciation to the members of the Newport Fire Department for their efforts in raising funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Association.

Over Labor Day weekend, the fire department raised $12,692 during their “Fill the Boot Campaign.”

The funds were submitted to the Muscular Dystrophy Association in Providence in honor of Eric Marchesseault, who passed away on Aug. 18, 2012. He was the stepson of City of Newport employee Richard Newman.

– Councilor Kate Leonard read a resolution that requested the City Administration to prepare recommendations that would regulate water sport activities in Newport Harbor, and guidelines for usage of Perrotti Park docking facilities.

– The City Council accepted the Finance Director’s School Evaluation Report and the implementation of the recommendations contained in the report.

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Newport Grand has been present and contributed to the economy of Newport for more than three decades.

The current ballot question provides Newport Grand with the opportunity to remain competitive with casinos operations in neighboring states. The gaming that it offers is one of many reasons that visitors come to Newport. I therefore support the ballot question as proposed.

Farley I support the ballot question. In the short term, I like the idea of increased tax revenue and additional employment opportunities for the City. For longer term stability, we can’t become reliant on gambling revenue. For that reason, I’d like to bring other, non-gambling revenue and employment options to the City. I respect the moral arguments against gambling made by Father McKenna and Mike Warner, but I think they overstate the negatives. The fact is, we already have gambling in Newport in simulcast racing and slot machines, in addition to keno, lottery and scratch tickets. The addition of each of these gaming options was accompanied by dire warnings about the moral threat posed by gambling.

In truth, the additions made little or no negative impact in the life of the average Newporter. On the other hand, all of these prior expansions added revenue and yearround jobs to our local economy, including management, bartenders and wait-staff, and subcontracted electricians, plumbers, builders.

Newport Grand is one of the few businesses looking to add jobs in a tough economy. If there is sufficient support in the community, I believe it can be good for the City.

Neville I don’t gamble but I would not curtail other people’s choice in the matter. Newport Grand is a large, local employer and contributes substantial tax revenue to the City of Newport. Last year the City of Newport received $375,365 in property taxes and $524,051 as our share of the gaming revenue.

It’s a business we have co-existed with since the 1970’s and if al-

lowed to expand I believe we can continue to co-exist. Moving forward, I see great opportunities for the North End with the Pell Bridge realignment and the Newport Navy Hospital Project. The City needs to update its zoning ordinances to be ready for the potential of new development in that area, so we create the neighborhood and businesses we want, not ones we end up with by accident.

Napolitano I support the ballot question to authorize table games. I don’t know how the City could replenish the effect of the loss of revenue from Newport’s annual share of the take and taxes which equate to about 1.2 million dollars a year. Utilizing our current figures this would increase the tax rate by approximately 1.94% to residents, or 21.5 cents per thousand. In this economy, taxpayers are trying to keep their heads above water. Nor do I know where the 200 displaced employees would find another job in Newport County offering benefits (health & retirement). Finally, gambling has been legalized in Rhode Island for quite some time in the form of the lotteries, numbers, and other offerings. Problem gamblers must accept personal responsibility for their actions and take advantage of the addiction programs offered by the State with revenues set aside by the both establishments for this purpose.

Winthrop I will vote for Casino gambling in Newport for two reasons. First we need the 200+ jobs at the facility and the additional jobs it will create and second, the $1M in tax revenue we now receive and the additional revenues a Casino will generate .

Camacho I’m voting yes. Simply, the ballot question is asking us to replace digital video table games already there with a live human being.

High-net-worth gamers prefer to play against a live dealer rather than a computer algorithm they don’t trust. Many of these same high-net-worth persons are getting off cruise ships and heading

to Mohegan and Foxwoods. That’s money they’re not spending downtown or in Newport Grand. Vote yes and you’ll be giving jobs to real people, raising revenue for our infrastructure, and contributing to the continued economic development of Newport’s North End. Let’s remember that gaming is legal in Rhode Island and is simply one of the many attractions that bring people to Newport.

Duncan I not only support the ballot question, I voted to put it on the ballot in November.

McLaughlin I do not support the expansion of gambling at Newport Grand at this time. Rhode Island and Newport should be focusing on real economic development. Relying on gambling as a significant source of revenue is poor public policy. While there seems to be little doubt that expansion of gambling in Newport has the potential to increase that revenue stream for the city in the near term, overall it is a complex calculus; an analysis of various factors (e.g., the impact of casino development in Massachusetts, the limited audience to which gambling appeals, and the negative social costs of gambling) raises serious questions about the long term economic viability of Newport Grand as well the short term projected increase in revenue and jobs. The projected municipal revenue increase of $200,000 per annum does not constitute a compelling basis for entering into an arrangement with regard to Newport Grand that has the potential for consequences that do not seem to have been adequately considered.

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Newport Hosts Sports Heritage Conference

By Meg O’Neil More than 75 delegates from 50 sports museums from around the world took part in the 2012 International Sports Heritage Conference at the Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport from Oct. 24 – 26.

The aim of the yearly conference is to help sports museums and halls of fame to develop, operate and promote their facilities.

Representatives from museums in the United States and Canada, and as far away as China and Qatar took part in the 42nd annual conference. This was the third time that the International Tennis Hall of Fame has hosted the event.

Some of the sports museums in attendance were: Babe Ruth Museum, International Bowling Museum, Kentucky Derby Museum, Qatar Olympic & Sports Museum, and many more.

Sarah Conn of the Nova Scotia Sports Hall of Fame said of the conference, “It allows us to share ideas about how we can make our museums better. We get to see first-hand what different things organizations are doing and how they give back to their community in regards to sports history.”

Although the Nova Scotia Sports Hall of Fame opened in the 1950s, a new facility was opened in 2006,

Tourism on the Upswing

By Meg O’Neil Data shows that the 2012 tourist season in Newport is on its way to being the most economically successful in over a decade, according to Discover Newport CEO & President Evan Smith.

During a meeting with board members of Discover Newport on Oct. 16, Smith told those in attendance that the year’s numbers continue to trend upwards. “[2012] is one of the first in many years that all seven indexes (recreation, transportation, lodging, attractions, shopping, dining and special events) are moving to the positive,” he said.

Not only are the numbers climbing, Evans also said that 2012 would “go down in the records books as very good year for all seven segments.”

According to Smith, the best year on record for Newport in terms of positive economic impact was 1999. Riding a robust industry into the new century, all went well for tourism in Newport until September 11, 2001. “When 9/11 happened, we came down significantly and it took us about seven years to build up again,” he said, “but then the collapse of 2008 happened and the economy fell.”

According to data gleaned from the seven indexes, this year is on track to top 1999.

“It’s a really strong statement when you look at what’s happening both regionally and nationally,” Smith said. “[Newport County] is boasting some of the highest numbers in the nation."

Vice President of Visitor Services Cathy Morrison also spoke on the cruise ship season in Newport, which is concluding.

In September 2011, 21 cruise ships visited Newport, compared to 16 this year. Smith explained that the cruise industry is robust, but the dip in numbers for the month of September was due to cruise lines choosing alternate routes this season.

Morrison also said that in the first two weeks of October, a total of 205 coach bus tours hit the streets of Newport, including one weekend with 52 buses.

Kathy and Ken Read were among the attendees at the Sports Heritage Conference. and since then, Conn said the museum has been striving to develop a larger collection of artifacts.

“Because of the conference, we’ve learned how to do more educational programming and reaching out to kids in our province,” she said.

“We’ve gotten some great ideas and information from more established museums like the Tennis Hall of Fame.”

Over three days of scheduled events, those in attendance attended different sessions at the Hyatt Regency on Goat Island, and took tours of several of Newport’s museums, including the International

Yacht Restoration School, The Breakers, and the Tennis Hall of Fame.

Collaborative sessions included: Ways to incorporate emerging technologies into museums; how to engage Hall of Famers in events; protecting artifacts; ways to increase a museum’s collection, and more.

With Hurricane Sandy barreling up the East Coast, a major topic of discussion was how to cope with destructive events like floods.

The delegates from the Kentucky Derby Museum discussed how they recovered from devastation that was caused by a flash flood in 2009 that damaged every exhibit on the main floor of the museum.

Since the exhibits needed to be dismantled and some were destroyed, the Museum’s Board of Directors decided to embrace the opportunity for a renovation. The museum re-opened in 2010 with two floors of new exhibits.

“The conference was a way for us to see what other hall of fames are working on and see how they overcome challenges,” Conn said.

She added that she hopes to come back to the Tennis Hall of Fame in the future. “It’s just really nice to see a camaraderie of different organizations from around the world working together.”

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Live Improv Comedy Award-winning comedy troupe The Bit Players hit the stage with fast-paced, high energy improvisation, 8 p.m., Firehouse Theater, Equality Park Place, Newport, reserve seats, $15, 849-3473, www. bitplayers.net.

Saturday November 3

Holiday Book Sale Friends of the Library will hold their annual book sale, Newport Library, 300 Spring St., 9:30 a.m.5:30 p.m., 847-8720, www.newportlibraryri.org.

Pell Center Lecture Chappell Lawson will discuss “Mexico: Transborder Crime and Governance” at the Bazarsky Lecture Hall at Salve Regina University, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., 341-2927.

St. Michael’s Open House Meet Head of School Whitney Slade and tour the campus. No appointment necessary. St. Michael’s Country Day School, 180 Rhode Island Ave., 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., 8495970 ext. 302, smcds.org.

Homelessness Discussion Newport Coalition to End Homelessness holds a discussion at the Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 7 p.m., 847-8720, NewportLibraryRI.org.

Harvest Faire Annual Fall Faire and winter clothing drive at St. John’s on The Point, Willow St., 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Broadway Follow-Up Meeting A follow-up meeting to discuss issues along Broadway will be held at the Newport Police Station, 7:30 p.m.

Publish Your Book Author Roger Marshall shows how to put together a forceful book proposal, Jamestown Library, 26 North Rd., 7 p.m., 423-7281, JamestownPhilomenianLibrary.org.

Friday

November 2 Corn Maze This year’s 8-acre corn maze celebrates the Providence Bruins. 3:30

Country Bazaar The Annual Old Fashioned Country Bazaar with crafts, bake table, silent auction, and more at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, 525 Broadway, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Corn Maze 10 a.m. until dusk, see Nov. 2 for details.

Newport Restaurant Week Through Nov. 11. See Nov. 2 for details. GoNewportRestaurantWeek. com.

Santa Mamba Fall Fiesta and Fundraiser, Jamestown Art Center, 18 Valley St., 7:30-10:30 p.m., $50 advance, $55 at door, www.jamestownartcenter.org.

Dinner Theatre Series 6 p.m. See Friday, Nov. 2 for details.

Kashmir Led Zeppelin tribute show, Newport Grand Event Center, 150 Admiral Kalbfus Rd. ,9 p.m., $12, 6086777, www.newportgrand.com.

Sunday November 4

Daylight Saving Time ends 2 a.m.

Sunday Matinee at the Library Watch “The Magic of Belle Isle,” a wheelchair-bound author moves to a rural town, where he befriends a single mother and her three kids, who help reignite his passion for writing, Jamestown Philomenian Library, 26 North Rd. 2-5 p.m., 8745800, www.jamestownphilomenianlibrary.org.

Panel Discussion Exhibition artists “Recasting the Loving Cup” will give a panel discussion, Newport Art Museum, 76 Bellevue Ave., 2 p.m., admission, 848-8200.

Newport Restaurant Week Through Nov. 11. See Nov. 2 for details. GoNewportRestaurantWeek. com.

Corn Maze 11 a.m. until dusk, see Nov. 2.

Holiday Book Sale 1-4 p.m., see Nov. 3 for details.

Dinner Theatre Series 1 p.m. See Friday, Nov. 2 for details.

Monday November 5

Learn to Knit A 3-week workshop on learning to knit at the Middletown Public Library, 700 West Main Rd., 10 a.m.

– 12 p.m., free but registration required, 846-1573, middletownpubliclibrary.org.

Bilingual Storytime Stories presented in Spanish and English for children ages 3+, Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 3:30 p.m., 847-8720 ext. 204, NewportLibraryRI.org.

Monday Night Mysteries Discuss the novel “The Winter Queen” at the Jamestown Library, 26 North Rd., 7 p.m., 423-7281, JamestownPhilomenianLibrary. org.

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Fireside Dining in the Point Section Featuring Rhumbline’s

“Bourguignon Style” Braised Beef Short Ribs with a Potato Croquette, Grilled Asparagus, and a Saute of Mushrooms and Onions.

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Holiday Book Sale 12:30-8:30 p.m., see Nov. 3.

Newport Restaurant Week Through Nov. 11. See Nov. 2 for details. GoNewportRestaurantWeek. com.

Tuesday November 6 Election Day

Toddler Time Read-alouds, activity rhymes, songs and crafts for children ages 2 – 3. Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 10 a.m., 847-8720 ext.

204, NewportLibraryRI.org.

Basic Computer Skills Learn basic computer skills: how to use the Web, email and more.

Jamestown Library, 26 North Rd., 3 – 4 p.m., 423-7280, JamestownPhilomenianLibrary.org.

Holiday Book Sale 9:30 a.m. – 8:30 p.m., see Nov. 3.

NEWPORT’S GASTROPUB Good Food, Good Drink, Good Friends 178 Thames St., Newport, RI • 401.846.5856 www.buskerspub.com

Join Your Neighbors in Supporting Table Games at Newport Grand.

Newport Restaurant Week Through Nov. 11. See Nov. 2.

Wednesday November 7

Books & Babies Nursery rhymes for babies from birth to 11 months. Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 10:30 a.m., 847-8720 ext. 204, NewportLibraryRI.org.

Book Chat for Knitters Bring your knitting or crocheting and discuss books at the Newport Public Library, 7 – 8 p.m. 847-8720 ext. 117.

Seaside Garden Club Nikki Vazquez from Newport in Bloom will discuss sustainable planting. Fenner Hall, 222 Fenner Ave., 6 p.m., 847-7914.

Newport Restaurant Week Through Nov. 11. See Nov. 2 for details. GoNewportRestaurantWeek. com.

Thursday November 8

Library Lapsit Picture books, rhymes, fingerplays and songs at the Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 10 a.m., 847-8720 ext. 204, NewportLibraryRI.org.

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“Newport Grand has been my neighbor and friend for 18 years and an important local employer for more than 36 years. Their taxes help to stabilize the tax base for all of us and I appreciate their good work in the community.”

Jim Leach Neighbor

“Every year, tax revenue from Newport Grand contributes almost $1 million to the City of Newport and nearly $30 million to the State of Rhode Island. That revenue is available to fund infrastructure, schools and public safety services.”

Rebecca Fisher Firefighter

“I support adding Table Games to Newport Grand because it will increase revenue to the city and that means tax relief for property owners and businesses. Voting ‘Yes’ will also protect the 200 jobs at Newport Grand and allow them to add 50 more jobs.”

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1) Ben’s Chili Dogs, 158 Broadway, Newport 2) Norey’s, 156 Broadway, Newport 3) Fifth Element, 111 Broadway, Newport 4) Salvation Cafe, 140 Broadway, Newport 5) The Deli, 66 Broadway, Newport 6) Pour Judgement, 32 Broadway, Newport 7) Sunnyside Deli, 12 Broadway, Newport 8) Mudville Pub, 8 West Marlborough St., Newport 9) Newport Dinner Train, Depot, 19 America’s Cup Ave. 10) Rhumbline, 62 Bridge St., Newport 11) Brick Alley Pub, 140 Thames St., Newport 12) Busker’s Irish Pub, 178 Thames St., Newport 13) Pier 49, 49 America’s Cup Ave., Newport 14) Clarke Cooke House, Bannisters Wharf, Newport 15) O’Brien’s Pub, 501 Thames St., Newport 16) Thai Cuisine, 517 Thames St., Newport 17) One Bellevue, Hotel Viking, Newport 18) Genie’s Lounge, 94 William St., Newport 19) La Forge Casino Restaurant, 186 Bellevue Ave., Npt. 20) Canfield House, 5 Memorial Blvd., Newport 21) Flo’s Clam Shack, 44 Wave Ave., Middletown 22) Atlantic Grille, 91 Aquidneck Ave., Middletown

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Toddler Time Read-alouds, activity rhymes, songs and crafts for kids ages 2-3, Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 11 a.m., 847-8720 ext. 204, NewportLibraryRI.org.

Books & Crafts Creative games, activities and craft projects for kids ages 4 – 7, Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 11 a.m., 847-8720 ext. 204, NewportLibraryRI.org.

Pell Center Lecture Karen Tramontano will discuss “Poverty & Development: The Role of Informal Economy in Changing People’s Lives,” DiStefano Lecture Hall at Salve Regina University, 6 – 7 p.m., 341-2927, salve.edu.

Gallery Night Enjoy a tour of over 24 local galleries and museums, and receive discounts at supporting restaurants, 5-8 p.m., info@newportgalleries.org.

Newport Restaurant Week Through Nov. 11. See Nov. 2.

Friday

November 9 Drop-In Storytime Read-alouds, rhymes and songs for kids ages 2 – 4, Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 11 a.m., ., 847-8720 ext. 204, NewportLibraryRI.org.

Newport On Film The film “Dan in Real Life,” filmed in Newport and Jamestown, will be shown at the Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 2:30 p.m., 847-8720 ext. 208, NewportLibraryRI.org.

Newport Restaurant Week Through Nov. 11. See Nov. 2.

Dinner Theatre Series 6 p.m. See Friday, Nov. 2 for details.

Saturday November 10

Indoor Winter Market A practice run for the big Thanksgiving Market at St. Mary’s Parish Hall, 324 East Main Rd., Portsmouth, 9 a.m.- 1 p.m.

Unique Boutique Artisans Fair Local, professional crafters will exhibit their hand-crafted, one-ofa-kind items, including children’s clothing, jewelry, pottery, hand bags, knitting, vintage fine linens, woodworking, etc.,10 a.m - 4 p.m., Rotunda at Easton’s Beach, Free

G e n i e’s Lounge

Paccheri al Ragu di Salsiccia e Piselli Paccheri fresh pasta sauteed in a sausage and pea ragu Tonno in crosta di Pistacchio Pistachio encrusted tuna served with julienned vegetable and a caramelized onion agrodolce sauce

Newport Restaurant Week More than 45 restaurants throughout Newport and Bristol Counties participate Nov. 2 – 11. Enjoy a three-course lunch for $16 or threecourse dinner for $30. To view an up-to-date listing of participating restaurants and menus, visit GoNewportRestaurantWeek.com.

admission and parking. For more information contact Mary Ann Martin, 846-5750.

Beading Activity Learn how to make bracelets and necklaces, Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 10:30 a.m., 8478720 ext. 206, NewportLibraryRI. org.

Music in the Galleries Enjoy a 90-minute concert by Musica Dolce, 2 p.m. in the Griswold House, 78 Bellevue Ave., 848-8200, info@newportartmuseum.org

Citizens Bank Pell Bridge Run A 4 mile run/walk over the bridge to benefit many local non-profit organizations., Newport Pell Bridge, 1 East Shore Rd., Jamestown, 6:30 a.m. beginning in Jamestown, ending in downtown Newport, register Nov. 8-10, no on-site registration, www.pellbridgerun.com

Meet the Authors Authors Dawn Tripp and Elizabeth Hand will discuss their newest novels. Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 2 p.m., 847-8720 ext. 115, NewportLibraryRI.org.

Sunday Jam Session R&B group Reliable Source featuring Michele Hill will perform live at The Pyramid Club, 32-34 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd., 4 – 8 p.m., $10, 847-4308, open to the public.

Common Fence Music Contemporary folk singer-songwriters Aztec Two-Step, 8 p.m. (doors at 7:30 pm), $27 advance, $30 door , Channing Church, 135 Pelham St., 866-TICKETS, 468-7619, www.commonfencemusic.org.

Newport Restaurant Week Through Nov. 11. See Nov. 2.

Newport Restaurant Week Through Nov. 11. See Nov. 2.

Sunday

November 11 Trek des Trees An educational walk that will take about 2 hours, using part of the

La Forge Casino Restaurant

Fresh Sliced Deli & Salad Sandwiches $5.99 Featuring fine deli meats and cheeses from the Deli’s kitchen Boars Head, Dietz & Watson and imported Meats

Featured Sandwiches The Weck

1/2 lb piled-high roast beef on a fresh-baked kimmelweck roll with horseradish au jus $6.99

The Gorilla Grinder

This 18" monster comes with a pound of your choice of meat and cheeses $12.99

Caprese Prosciutto

Citterio Prosciutto topped with fresh-sliced tomatoes, fresh buffalo mozzarella, fresh basil and balsamic vinaigrette Italian bread $8.99

The Meatball Sub

Mother's Meatballs covered in homemade gravy topped with imported Provolone cheese $6.99

Butcher Shop Featuring Custom Cuts 66 Broadway, Newport • 846-2222

Dinner Theatre Series 6 p.m. See Friday, Nov. 2 for details.

Unique Boutique Artisans Fair 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. See Nov. 10.

Autumn Festivities at the Vanderbilt Grace Monday Wine and Cheese Tasting Come and join us in the relaxed atmosphere of the bar and sample a selection of local cheeses and wine from the vineyards of New England to complement their delicious flavours. From 6pm, $35 per person Every Tuesday Cigar Night Join us on the Conservatory terrace at our fire pit and choose your favorite cigar and enjoy with a glass of cognac or for the ladies a chilled glass of Pink champagne.

From 6:00pm.

Newport Restaurant Week November 2nd-11th

Taste some of the finest food in Newport in either MUSE by Jonathan Cartwright or the Conservatory Bistro throughout the week.

Pell Bridge Post Run Recovery After the race treat yourself to a 20-minute chair massage session followed by an rejuvenating protein smoothie and a three-egg omelet with your choice of veggies. $25pp

Watch Football at Genie’s!!

Belly Dancer Fri/Sat

Thanksgiving Celebrations November 22nd

Newport Nights

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Dinner Theatre Series 6 p.m. See Friday, Nov. 2 for details.

Traditional Middle Eastern Tea House / Restaurant

Sun / Mon / Wed / Thurs 6pm - 12am Fri / Sat: 6pm - 2am

Newport Tree Society’s Colonial Tree Walk. 9 a.m. – noon, at the Newport Marriott, 25 America’s Cup Ave. Register at www.trekdestrees.eventbrite.com.

Muse by Jonathan Cartwright and the Conservatory couldn’t be a better setting to celebrate one of the most important days in New England and American history.

Enjoy turkey, chestnut stuffing and all the trimmings. $65pp in the Conservatoryt or $75pp in MUSE. 1pm to 9pm RSVP *Children under 12 receive a 50% discount and children under 3 are complimentary.

12&Dinner Specials Fri. Sat. March 5th & 6th $12.95 $16.95 From 5pm Until 9pm Every Monday to Thursday Dinner Reservations Suggested 4:30 to 9:00

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Spicing Up The City

DINING OUT

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It’s a big jump from computer components to curry powder, but that’s exactly the move that Newport Spice Company owner Kevin Case made just over a year ago.

Case, 49, grew up just outside of Lake George in upstate New York.

He studied computers at Roger Williams University and worked in the field of information technology for most of his early career. Newport became his home in 1990. Wanting to be his own boss, Case opened up Newport Spice Company on June 1, 2011.

I got into spices when I worked in the IT world. I said to a co-worker one day, “I need to go get some curry powder.” She was from India and had never heard of such a thing. She told me to come to her house the next day, and she showed me how to actually make curry. That experience was what really started me down that road of experimenting with different spices, and tweaking recipes to make them my own.

My ultimate career goal is to grow the store and push it to another level. I’d like to add some harder-to-find gourmet products, and cater to those foodies who seek out those products. My heart and soul is the spices, but I would really like to be the “go to” place for the hard-to-find things.

The most surprising thing for me in this business is the compliments I get based on my knowl-

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Kevin Case mixes a spice blend at Newport Spice.

(Photos by Jonathan Clancy) edge of the spices. When I first opened, I used a lot of basic spices. From there, I listened to people to find out what they were asking for, and if it was something I hadn’t heard of, I’d buy it, then read about it, and figure out how to use it.

The most popular spice blend that I make is Ras el Hanout. One of the local chefs here, Jake (Rojas) from Tallulah (on Thames restaurant), came in one day and was looking around and said, “You need to learn how to make this.” So, I did my research, figured out what I liked and didn’t like, and I made

it. The name means, “head of the shop.”

One of the most eclectic spice blends I carry is the Espresso Rub. It can be used on any type of fish, chicken, pork, or steak. It changes flavor. If you put it on salmon, you get that sweet-savory.

If you put it on cod or tilapia, you get a lot of the espresso and paprika. On a steak, you get a lot of the espresso but the cayenne kind of kicks in more. It’s amazing!

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Thursday, November 1

Weekday Specials To Go!

Billy Goodes–Open Mic Jam with Kevin Sullivan, 9:30 p.m.

Newport Blues Café – Felix Brown, 10 p.m.

Newport Grand Cocktail Lounge – Name That Tune-DJ Robert Black, 9 p.m.

The Fifth Element – DJ Maddog

Friday, November 2 Clarke Cooke House – DJ Jackie Henderson, 9 p.m.

Hyatt Five33 Lounge – Dave Manuel, 4-6 p.m.

Middletown VFW – Karaoke, DJ Papa John, 8:30 p.m.

Narragansett Café Jamestown – The Senders, 9:30 p.m.

O’Brien’s Pub – Triple Threat, 10 p.m.

One Pelham East – Ten/8 Rhumbline – Bobby Ferreira, 6:3010 p.m.

The Chanler – Dick Lupino, Dennis Cook, Debra Mann, 6-10 p.m.

Saturday, November 3 Clarke Cooke House – Foreverly Brothers, 10 p.m.

Greenvale Vineyard – Dick Lupino, Krisanthi Pappas, Steve Heck, 1-4 p.m.

Hyatt Five33 Lounge – Dave Manuel, 4-6 p.m.

Narragansett Café Jamestown – Mr. Chubb, 9:30 p.m.

Newport Grand Even Center – Kashmir, 9 p.m.

O’Brien’s Pub – DJ Curfew, 10 p.m.

One Pelham East – Brian Scott, 2-6 p.m.; Never in Vegas, 10 p.m. – 1 a.m.

Rhumbline – Lois Vaughan, 6:3010 p.m.

Sunday, November 4 Clarke Cooke House – Bobby Ferreira, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Fastnet Pub – Traditional Irish Music, 5-9 p.m.

Narragansett Café Jamestown – TBA Special Show, 4 – 7 p.m.

O’Brien’s Pub – Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

One Pelham East – Booze Brothers, 6-9 p.m.; Keith Manville, 10 p.m.-1 a.m.

Monday, November 5 Fastnet–”Blue Monday”

Tuesday, November 6 Empire Tea–Open session, Folk, 7-10 p.m.

Newport Blues Cafe–Halloween Party w/Felix Brown, 9:30 p.m.

One Pelham East–Stu from Never in Vegas The Fifth Element–Dogie & the Cowpie Poachers

Wednesday, November 7 Noreys – Meghan Burtt & The Cure for Love from Colorado, 9 p.m.

O’Brien’s Pub – Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

One Pelham East – Chris Gauthier Sardella’s – Dick Lupino & Friends, 7-9:30 p.m.

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Big, bold, and almost too much for the screen at times, “Cloud Atlas” does for filmmaking what abstract art did for painting. It fractures narrative structure and rearranges fragments of its story across six historical eras as it weaves a metaphysical yarn about our collective hunger for personal freedom as well as freedom from oppression by political or legal misuse of power. In one of his six roles—one in each time frame— Tom Hanks, playing a lawyer, pulls this undercurrent into focus: “I will not be subject to criminal abuse,” he states with conviction.

“Cloud Atlas” also asserts that we each form part of a cosmic tapestry in which all of our individual actions impact each other and the future.

With three directors, Andy and Lana Wachowski (“The Matrix”) and Germany’s Tom Tyker (“Run, Lola, Run”), the film offers a visual adaptation of David Mitchell’s puzzling yet popular novel – an epic task, to be sure.

The film follows six separate stories: “The Pacific Islands in 1849” follows the plight of a wealthy American being poisoned by the ship’s doctor (Tom Hanks). The motive is plain old-fashioned greed.

In 1930s England and Belgium, a young composer (Ben Whitshaw) has landed in the nest of an older but unscrupulous collaborator (Jim Broadbent). His composition, for which the film is named, is in danger of being stolen.

Move on to San Francisco in 1973, where an investigative journalist (Halle Berry) researches a conspiracy involving a nuclear power plant. A theme of energy, especially oil, as an endangered commodity dominates this story, and its structure within the overall structure plays like a detective yarn.

In 2012 London, a book publisher (Broadbent again) is befuddled when he’s the target of gangsters.

The most light-hearted story, this farce evokes laughs yet explores the captivity of the elderly in abusive nursing homes.

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in a coffin-like drawer. Conformity is demanded of the clones, but one “fabricant” (Doona Bae) rebels against her dictatorial government and inspires a revolution.

Further along the time-line, in a story of a post-apocalyptic world that has reverted to primitive ways, a peasant (Hanks again) agrees to serve as a guide through junglelike terrain for a visitor from anothNov. 2 -11 er planet (Berry again).

3 Courses - $30 The seamless acting helps anchor the narratives, and supporting Good Food, Cheap, Every Day! roles by Hugh Grant and Susan Sa401.619.2115 32 Broadway, Newport randon advance the themes of, respectively, corruption and oppression of women.

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FROM THE GARDEN Pears, the ‘Other’ Fall Fruit!

By Cynthia Gibson Not only is autumn the time for a traditional vegetable harvest, it is also the time for harvesting some of the most flavorful fruit that grows all summer long. Apples are especially juicy and tasty this time of year, as are Concord grapes and pears. Pears are an often-overlooked but elegant fruit; fall is their time to take center stage. During the holidays, not only do they make a lovely centerpiece for the table, they are delicious in a tart, poached, or sliced fresh with a bit of accompanying Gorgonzola cheese.

Pears are unusual in that, unlike most fruits and vegetables, they do not have a known country of origin. References to pears are found in Greek and Roman literature, in Chinese and Japanese cultures, as well as in Europe. Pears made their way to the Americas via colonists, who brought saplings and seeds from England. The farther west the seeds were planted, the better they grew. Overall, the pear is an easy tree to grow in the Northeast, but it thrives in Northwest. Oregon and Washington are the two states that grow the most pears.

Although pears are related to apples, there is a significant taste dif-

ference. A pear is sweeter, but a bit grainier, than an apple. Many people who grew up in the ‘40s and ‘50s may have bad memories of eating canned pears, but fresh pears are delicious.

There are over 3,000 varieties of pears. Many pears are best eaten fresh and simply sliced. These are usually named dessert pears, as they do not have to be cooked to

enhance their flavor. Most of these pears are also perishable, like the gift box of pears that arrives on your doorstep during the holidays.

You open the box of pears, you are thrilled to receive them, yet you also re a l ize the entire dozen must be consumed in a week, or they turn to mush. The best pears to serve sliced for dessert are green and red Anjou, Bartlett, Comice,

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and Forelle. These varieties are in the supermarket now and through the first of the New Year. A scoop of either Stilton or Gorgonzola cheese is the perfect pairing with these pears.

If you prefer a crunch to your pear, the tiny but big-on-flavor Seckel pear is for you. This is one of the smallest pears, and rather hard, but very sweet. Children love them. They, too, are best eaten raw.

Another great snacking pear is the Concorde pear. It is very long and very green. It has a bit of russeting (rough beige spots), but is sweet and juicy.

The best pear for poaching or baking is the Bosc pear. You can use a very green Anjou if necessary, but by the time the Anjous are in the supermarket, they are on their way to ripeness.

This recipe is truly elegant.

Poaching pears does take time, but it is well worth it. Since poached pears can be served chilled or at room temperature, they can be made well in advance of any fall holiday.

Cynthia Gibson is a gardener, food writer and painter. She gardens passionately and tends her miniature orchard in Newport.

Poached Bosc Pears in Marsala Serves 6

Ingredients: 6 Bosc pears, peeled and cored (leave stems on) 2 cups dry Marsala wine 2 cups water 2 cinnamon sticks 3/4 cup sugar 6 julienned strips of orange peel 2 whole vanilla beans, split lengthwise, or 2 tsp. of vanilla extract

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In a large cooking pot with a lid.

The pot should be tall enough so the pears can stand up when the lid is in place (not a saucepan). Combine the Marsala wine, sugar, water, cinnamon sticks, orange peel, and vanilla beans (or vanilla extract). Bring the mixture to a boil, constantly stirring until the sugar is dissolved. Reduce the heat to simmer or a medium setting. You do not want to see a rolling boil.

Stand the pears up in the liquid and cover. Cook the pears for 40 minutes to one hour, basting them every 15 minutes. Cook the pears until tender.

After cooking, place them on a serving platter to cool, reserving the liquid. Do not throw out the liquid. Cook liquid to reduce it by one half. After the sauce has thickened just a bit, pour it through a sieve, then pour the sauce over the pears.

Cover the pears and place in the refrigerator for at least four hours or until the next day.

Your poached pears can be served in clear glass individual dessert compotes or in large goblets. This is a beautiful, chic dessert when served with crispy, thin, gingerbread cookies. This is a true treat for the fall and winter holidays.

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I did like to cook when I was younger, but it was more like eggs and grilled cheese. It really wasn’t until I moved out of the house and had to cook for myself that I found out how much I truly enjoyed it. Most people can take a recipe and follow it, but I always wanted to try and give a spin.

The home-cooked meal I crave most is boiled ham and cabbage.

My mom used to make it. It’s comfort food. Not a lot of spice in there, just salt and pepper.

My pet peeve in the kitchen is someone who cleans up behind you. I’ll go to grab the knife, and it’s gone.

One of the strangest spice uses I’ve heard of was spaghetti sauce with curry powder. A customer told me that he makes it like that, and I thought, “That can’t be very good.”

The customer brought it in for me to try, and it was one of the most amazing spaghetti sauces I’ve ever tasted.

At home I cook a lot of comfort food. Every Tuesday is fish day. I don’t eat a lot of red meat. I do eat a lot of chicken and pork. I like to make pizza on those big flat breads. I love pasta, but my sauce is never the same twice. I usually open up the fridge and use what I have. I eat a lot of vegetables, and I use a lot of the spices with those.

I’ll blanch them, stir fry, or grill vegetables.

You could take everything out of my kitchen except for my micro-plane grater. I use it for everything.

When I go to someone’s house for dinner, I used to bring a bottle of wine, but now I bring spices. I usually know what they like to cook with, so I put together one of my gift bags and bring that along.

My favorite cookbook is Rachael Ray’s “30 Minute Meals.” It was her first cookbook. She used to be on a local TV station near where I grew up. My sister got me an autographed copy.

My guilty pleasure is vanilla Oreos and ice cream. Edy’s makes pumpkin ice cream this time of year. I love it.

Chinese Five Star Pumpkin Cake In a large measuring cup or medium bowl, measure and mix the following: 1 cup canned or fresh pumpkin ½ cup buttermilk 1/3 cup vegetable oil 1 egg 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger 1 cup granulated sugar.

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(Photo by Jonathan Clancy) There are a bunch of restaurants in town that use spices. I like Tallulah, Thames Street Kitchen, and Diego’s. Scott, at Diego’s, does a great job with spices without going overboard. Chris, at Fifth Element, does a good job mixing fresh and dry spices as well.

I’m not a big fan of star anise. I think it can be too overpowering.

Something that is overused in cooking is garlic. I know it’s an easy way to add a lot of flavor, but sometimes you can go to a restaurant and all you taste is garlic. I think if you’re making something quick, garlic can really bump up that flavor, but there are a lot of other things you can add to bring that flavor out as well.

It I were stuck on an island and could only bring three spices, I’d bring chipotle chili powder, basil, and oregano. I use basil and oregano on just about everything.

Two spices that go well together are cardamom and cinnamon.

Most people are afraid to use cardamom because they don’t know how to use it. It’s great for baking. I’ll put them both in with rice, which gives it great flavor.

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NATURE

Winter Birds Beginning to Arrive Now

By Jack Kelly

The National Wildlife Federation reports that, “Birding has grown in popularity like no other outdoor activity in modern times and now ranks just after gardening and walking, claiming tens of millions of enthusiasts in North America alone.” According to Craig Tufts, chief naturalist of the Federation, “A common thread connects those of us who watch birds, whether in our backyards or in remote rainforests: the desire to know, to understand, and to identify the creatures we observe.”

Aquidneck Island, with its beautiful habitats, offers nature enthusiasts a remarkable opportunity to view many diverse species in their natural environs. Fall migration brought millions of migratory birds along the Atlantic Flyway and through our area. As the migration cycle begins to slow down, waterfowl, seabirds, raptors, shorebirds and songbirds that winter throughout our region are beginning to arrive. The meadows, fields, wetlands, seashores and forested spaces of the island are welcoming an eclectic group of winter avian guests.

Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge and Brenton Point have seen the arrival of the first pairs of wintering Harlequin Ducks, Common Eiders and Red-breasted Mergansers along their coastlines. Sachuest Point and the Norman Bird Sanctuary have reported the arrival of a number of songbird species such as White-throated Sparrows, White-crowned Sparrows, American Tree Sparrows and others.

The region’s wetlands have witnessed the arrival of Black Ducks, Mallard Ducks, American Coots, Green-winged Teal and Hooded Mergansers. Yet, there are still a number of summer wetland denizens in the marshes. Great Egrets, Great Blue Herons, American Bitterns and Black-Crowned NightHerons are active in the Gooseneck Cove salt marshes and the Sachuest Point Marsh Restoration Area as they prepare for their migrations south.

Recently, Gooseneck Cove, on the Ocean Drive side, was the site of an amazing display of nature.

Hundreds of migratory Double-

Brown Creeper uses its strong feet to attach itself to the Visitor’s Center at Sachuest Point NWR and forage for insects between the shingles.

(Photos by Jack Kelly) crested Cormorants were feeding in the cove and gorging themselves on large schools of silversides and other small fish. A flock of 50 or so mixed gulls that included Laughing Gulls, Ring-billed Gulls, Herring Gulls and two Bonaparte Gulls was circling above the cove.

As the cormorants surfaced with their catches, the gulls would dive at the cormorants and attempt to take the fish out of their bills! This parasitic behavior by the gulls is considered normal.

While the seashore and wetlands offer many species, the wooded areas of Newport present some unique and colorful birds for observation. One such bird, the Whitebreasted Nuthatch, can be found in many of the city parks. Nuthatches are about 5.75 inches long with an average wingspan of about 11 inches. They are stocky birds with long, pointed bills, short tails and very strong, sizable feet with which they cling to tree bark. They have a striking blue upper body, white face and breast, and a dark blue crown. Nuthatches frequent oak and pine trees because of the bark structure, and they feed on the insects found between the layers of bark. Nuthatches can be seen moving quickly all around tree trunks and limbs. In the winter nuthatch-

es will feed on seeds and suet at bird feeding stations. During cold weather this species is known to roost communally in a tree cavity.

Another species that feeds on insects from oak and pine trees is the Brown Creeper. The average Creeper is about 5.25 inches long with a wingspan of about 7.75 inches. It is a mottled brown color above, with white under-parts and a distinctive white eye stripe.

Creepers forage up trees with quick, hitching motions aided by their stiff tails, strong legs and feet.

Their thin, curved bills are perfectly suited for prying insects from bark crevices. Creepers make nests behind loose strips of bark and like the nuthatches; creepers will roost communally in a tree cavity during cold weather. Creepers will join with woodpeckers and nuthatches to forage for food in the winter and will visit suet feeding stations in the winter months.

An autumn walk through any area of our island is sure to produce a number of interesting sightings.

It is an excellent time of the year to view the rich diversity of wildlife around the region and to begin a relationship with nature.

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The Vikings’ sophomore forward Sarah Miller (pictured here in action versus Central High in September) tied for fourth place in overall scoring among RI high school girls in the 2012 regular season with 27 goals and three assists. (File photo)

Rogers’ Girls Enter Playoffs Undefeated The Rogers High School girls’ soccer team played to a 0-0 tie against Mt. Pleasant in the regular season finale for both teams on Thursday, Oct.25.

Despite their 10 shots on goal, the Vikings could not sneak one past Mt. Pleasant’s Stefani Togbasi. Rogers goalkeeper Sarah O’Sullivan faced only two opponent shots to gain her fourth shutout of the season. The Vikings finished the season at 11-0-5 in Division III-B and will face Woonsocket in a first-round playoff game on Thursday, Oct.31.

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Middletown High School senior Chelsea Dowler, #22 (pictured above during MHS’ Oct. 2 game against St. Raphael Academy), captured the Rhode Island Scholastic League (RIIL ) overall scoring title for the Fall 2012 girls soccer season. (File photo)

MHS Girls Grab #1 Seed in Soccer Playoffs The Middletown High School girls’ soccer team defeated Tolman High School 4-3 on Wednesday, Oct. 24 to secure first place in Division III-B and a subsequent first round bye in the state playoffs that start on Thursday, Oct.31. Islander senior Chelsea Dowler scored once against Tolman to finish the season with 33 goals and 10 assists. Her 43 overall points were enough to make her the state scoring leader for the girls’ 2012 season.

MHS’ Riley Turcotte added 2 goals and an assist, while teammate Taylor George added the other goal, with two assists of her own in the regular season finale. Islander goalkeeper Kaitlyn Griffith stopped 10 Tolman shots. Middletown will face the winner of the Rogers v. Woonsocket preliminary game in the quarterfinals on Friday, Nov. 2 at Gaudet Field.

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The Middletown Islanders will be at East Greenwich Friday, Nov 2. Both teams are undefeated. Middletown is 7-0 and East Greenwich is 5-0. This game will likely decide home field advantage throughout the playoffs in Division III football. Middletown comes into the game confident after a 48-20 victory against Narragansett Oct. 26 at Middletown’s Gaudet Field. The East Greenwich Avengers improved to 5-0 with a 15-13 victory over Classical on Oct. 27 in Providence.

The YMCA is offering a parentand-me 3 years old class with a different sport each week. Sports include t-ball, soccer, basketball, etc.

All games will be played on Saturdays in the gymnasium.

For more information contact Josh Anderson at 847-9200 ext. 113 or visit www.newportymca.org.

Registrations Begin for Youth Basketball League The Newport Recreation Department is currently accepting registrations for the Youth Basketball league to begin the first week of Dec. and run through mid-March.

There are 16 different divisions.

The leagues are open to boys and girls in grades one–12.

Registration forms may be obtained online at Cityofnewport. com, or by calling 845-5800. To volunteer to coach or help out, call Ed Harrigan at 845-5806 or Ray Fullerton at 847-6864.

Middletown Boys’ Soccer in Playoffs The Middletown boys’ soccer team lost their final game of the season on Oct. 25 2-1 against Narragansett, to finish 6-5-4. Jacob Mason scored the Islanders only goal with an assist from David Brown.

Middletown put ten shots on goal but could not get a second to guarantee a playoff spot. Middletown did secure a playoff spot after Smithfield tie with Cranston West on Oct. 25. The Rhode Island Interscholastic League Tournament Division II playoff first round game for Middletown will be against Smithfield at Smithfield Thursday, Nov. 1 at 5:30 p.m.

Swim Lesson Registration now open Registration for Fall II Swim Lessons is now open at the Newport Boys and Girls Club. Lessons start Nov. 5.

PeeWees in the Playoffs The Middletown Islander Pop Warner PeeWees (9–12-year-old bracket ) will play the Portsmouth Patriot Pop Warner squad in the Rhode Island Southeast Massachusetts (RISMA) playoffs at Gaudet Field Sunday, Nov. 4 11 a.m. The teams have played two games this year, each winning one. All parents and friends are expected to wear their colors to support both teams.

YMCA Indoor Hockey and Basketball Sign-ups Registration is open for youth indoor floor hockey and preseason basketball running Nov. 10 – Dec. 15. The six-week season of indoor floor hockey is for ages 4-10. The preseason basketball program is for ages 4-12. Polish your skills for the regular season with a variety of drills, fun games, and scrimmages.

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Middletown lost the best of three set match 3-1 making their record 6-9-0. The Islanders’ last game of the season was played against Mt. Pleasant Oct. 31.

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author James 46. Editor’s edict 49. Iowa college town 50. Loser at Antietam 51. More improbable 54. ‘’Cómo ___ usted?’’

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33. Book of prophecies 37. Blackjack directive 40. Hardship’s opposite 43. Ice cream alternative 44. Triangle of land in a river 47. Roof of the mouth 48. Spirit-raising occasion?

51. Ump’s call 52. Hebrew month 53. Discounted by 54. Outback avians 55. Kind of curl 56. Circle components 57. Remote control command 58. Blue dye 61. Western U.S. native 62. College funding source, for some

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RECENT DEATHS Ernest L. Christensen, 65, of Portsmouth, passed away Oct. 24, 2012 at home. He was the husband of Jane (Salvador) Christensen. He was a U.S. Army veteran. donations may be made to the Portsmouth Rescue Wagon Fund, P.O Box 806, Portsmouth RI 02871, or to the Potter League, P.O Box 412, Newport RI 02840. Donations in his memory may be made to the Portsmouth Rescue Wagon Fund, P.O Box 806, Portsmouth, RI 02871, or to the Potter League, P.O Box 412, Newport, RI 02840.

Joan C. Reed, 76, of Portsmouth, formerly of Newport, passed away Oct. 26, 2012 after a long battle with cancer.

She is the wife of Richard Durot of Portsmouth, and the late William H. Reed. Calling hours will be on Thursday, Nov. 1 from 4 – 8 p.m. in the Connors Funeral Home, 55 West Main Rd., Portsmouth. Her funeral will be on Nov. 2, at 9 a.m. from the Connors Funeral Home, followed by a Mass of Christian burial at 10 a.m., in St. Barnabas Church, 1697 East Main Road, Portsmouth. Donations in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 931 Jefferson Blvd., Suite 3004, Warwick, RI 02886.

J. Patricia (Sullivan) Towey, age 77, passed away peacefully at Newport Hospital on Wednesday, October 24th, 2012, after a brief illness. She was the wife of Michael J. Towey. Donations in her memory may be made to St. Joseph’s Building Fund J, 5 Mann Ave., Newport, RI 02840 Complete obituary notices available for a nominal fee.

For more information, call 847-7766, ext. 107

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The American Red Cross is actively seeking volunteers within driving distance of the areas affected by Hurrican Sandy. Because of the high volume of inquiries, a response may take several days. All applicants may not be able to be accommodated. For more information, www.americanredcross.org.

Safe Driving Class The AARP Driver Safety Program will be offered free on Wednesday, Nov. 7 at the Edward King House from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to recognize military veterans. Any member of the U.S. services, past or present, their spouses, children and survivors are eligible.

Non-military can attend this session if there is space. The cost to attend is $12 for AARP members.

At the end of the session a certificate will be issued to participants to use for a reduction in car insurance costs.

To register, call Marie at the King House at 846-7426. For more information, call Bob Poniatowski at 683-2212 or email poniator@ gmail.com.

Hurricane Sandy blew into town on Monday with howling winds and sheets of rain. In response to this monstrous storm, the American Red Cross set up an emergency evacuation shelter at Gaudet Middle School in Middletown.

According to Cody Bryan, shelter manager and co-coordinator, “This shelter could hold 1100 people in a worst-case scenario. We have the Chartwells folks who cater the school kitchen facilities on site to provide meals, as well as emergency medical personnel from the Newport Fire Department. If there is a serious medical issue, we can get folks to the proper medical facilities in the area.” Bryan also has the task of operating the shelter’s ham radio.

The shelter opened at 7 p.m. on Sunday evening. “We had three clients come in last night because they require oxygen machines and a loss of power would be disastrous for them. We have generator power available at this site, and they are safe here,” Bryan said.

Gaudet Middle School was one of seven evacuation sites set-up across the state. Portsmouth High School was also available for use by storm evacuees. On Sunday, Oct.

New Diabetes Education Class The Visiting Nurse Services of Newport and Bristol Counties announces a new series of Diabetes Education Classes to run consecutive Tuesdays through Nov. 20 from 6 – 8 p.m. in the Portsmouth VNS office.

The diabetes education classes are certified by the American Diabetes Association and by the Rhode Island Department of Health. The classes are taught by certified Rhode Island Diabetes Outpatient Educators. The focus of the classes is self-management of diabetes, and it provides tools for:  Nutrition and meal planning  Blood sugar monitoring

 Exercise and weight management  Medication management  Prevention of complications A doctor’s referral is required in order to attend the classes, and VNS can contact your doctor for your referral. Most insurances (some with co-pay) and Medicare will cover the cost of the course. For those without coverage, a sliding scale is available if needed. Nobody will be turned away because of inability to pay.

For more information or to register, contact the VNS at 6822100 x 1642.

Agency contact: Jan Gordon, Marketing. jgordon@vnsri.org.

The American Red Cross set up an emergency evacuation shelter at Gaudet Middle School in Middletown. (Photo by Jack Kelly) 29, the American Red Cross opened or supported 112 shelters along the East Coast in preparation for Hurricane Sandy. More than 3,200 people sought shelter. That number was expected to increase dramatically over the next several days.

Next year, an additional shelter will become active on the island when the Pell Elementary School in Newport’s North End opens its doors in September 2013. The school will qualify as a Red Cross

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The Pell School cannot be used as a long-term shelter, however, because the Red Cross does not use spaces that have long-span tresses like those found in the Pell School’s cafeteria and gymnasium ceilings.

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The Rev. Dr. Amy L. Alletzhauser, pastor at Calvary Untied Methodist Church in Middletown, is determined to connect with the community at every level possible.

Recognized island-wide for her enthusiasm, kindness, and commitment to help those in need, she continually reaches out to those not necessarily part of “traditional church,” offering worship at the beach, meditation in the chapel, and early services to accommodate various schedules.

The energetic minister knew from girlhood that the spiritual life was for her. She says she was not from a very religious family, although she was raised Catholic, but that even as an exceeding young child she “felt very close to spirit life and was drawn to the divine.”

At age 10, she felt very connected to nature and the church and was convinced she would be a missionary. She did have a stint as a teenage rebel, but still felt she had a calling during those turbulent years.

Alletzhauser focused on Child, Family and Community studies while an undergrad at Syracuse University, a program she says was the foundation for her ministry. She entered seminary at Boston University School of Theology in 1987 and reveals that when she walked into seminary, she “felt at home in a way I’d never felt before.” She knew she was on the right path.

The Connecticut native was ordained in 1991 and served churches in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, in areas ranging from poverty stricken to high income. A pivotal point in her ministry came seven years into her service; a parishioner was unable to control his angry outbursts at public gatherings and was arrested multiple times.

She suspected he might be suffering from depression, learned more about the illness, and was able to get him the help he needed. It pointed her in a new direction.

She received her Doctorate in Ministry from the Andover Newton Theological School in 2004, with a concentration in Marriage and Family Therapy, a focus, she says, that has served her well in her ministry.

In 2008, after serving as a foster parent for over a decade and thinking that she would adopt “some day,” the single Alletzhauser adopted two brothers with special needs, ages 3 and 6. When she arrived at

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Rev. Amy Alletzhauser Calvary in 2010, her children, she says, were embraced by the church family with open arms, a recollection that still makes her smile.

Calvary’s long history of welcoming families – all sorts of families – from around the world was a major attraction for Alletzhauser. The church serves a large segment of the island’s military community, with over 50% of its congregation affiliated with the base. They are particularly welcoming to transient families, with many programs designed to accommodate their unique needs. Their pre-school program is a vital part of their ministry; it accepts children on a rolling basis throughout the school year, so that military students who arrive in the area at any time can join right in and become part of the class. The church also offers a weekly military spouse fellowship group designed to offer people in similar circumstances a chance to connect.

Alletzhauser considers her exuberance to be her greatest strength. “I just love to see people worship, hear them sing, and facilitate their joining together to help others. I love to be part of that,” she acknowledges. Watching people from all over the island work in the garden to grow food for strangers is a particular joy. Calvary hosts the Methodist Community Garden where literally tons of vegetables are harvested to feed area residents.

Her greatest challenge as a minister has been to get people to “recognize that life is not always black and white, to see life’s gray areas, and to realize that God operates in multiple ways, not just your way.”

Alletzhauser likens her vision of the church to that of the Methodist Community Garden: “We both plant seeds and nurture,” she explains. “But, the church plants seeds of faith, offering people the tools to enrich their lives spiritually as well as physically. Join us.”

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The combined choirs of Emmanuel and Trinity Churches will offer Candlelight Evensong at Trinity Church to commemorate the Feast of All Saints on Nov. 4 at 4 p.m. This reflective service of prayers and music at the end of the day will feature the Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis of Harold Friedell as well as Grayston Ives anthem “There is a Land of Pure Delight.”

This is a free event. For more information, call 846-0660.

Emmanuel Church, will hold its Holiday Fair Fundraiser on Saturday, Nov. 10 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the church, 4 Dearborn St., Newport. The day will offer live music by the Marley Bridges Theatre Company, Magician Skip Daniels and children’s activities, Grannies Attic, White Elephant, local craft vendors, homemade baked goods, lunch with gourmet baked potatoes and homemade clam chowder, and a silent auction.

Proceeds from the event help to provide funding for a wide range of outreach and assistance programs as well as interfaith projects within the Aquidneck Island Community.

Emmanuel has participated in the Soup’s On Program serving 60-70 people per month and the Neighborhood Breakfast which serves a hot breakfast on the first Saturday of each month to an additional 50 - 60 people per month. Non-perishable foods will also be collected during the fair and will be donated to local food pantries.

Free parking available in the church parking lot. For information call the church office at 847-0675 or email admin@emmanuelnewport.org.

Winter Coat Exchange As part of the International Buy Nothing Day on Friday, Nov. 23, St. Paul’s United Methodist Church will distribute coats to the needy on the day after Thanksgiving. The community is invited to join by donating coats that are clean, with no holes in the pockets, no buttons missing and have working zippers.

Warm hats, mittens, gloves and scarves are also welcome. Donations can be brought to St Paul’s, 12 Marlborough St., on Sunday mornings or by calling Maggie Bulmer at 849-3537.

St. John’s Harvest Fair and Winter Clothing Sale St. John’s on The Point will hold its annual Fall Fair on Saturday, Nov. 3 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Items for sale will include good winter clothing, blankets, jewelry, Christmas decorations and gift items, and baked goods. All are welcome. Access to the Guild Hall through the parking lot on Willow Street.

Old Fashioned Bazaar St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, 525 Broadway, will hold its “Old Fashioned Bazaar” Saturday, Nov. 3 from 10 a.m. - 2p.m. The bazaar will feature homeomade crafts, bake sale, church-wide yard sale and vendors will also be attending.

Penny Social The public is invited to attend the Jesus Saviour Church Penny Social on Sunday, Nov. 4 from 1 – 4 p.m. More than 100 items have been donated by local businesses, parishioners, and friends. Tickets are $1 each or six for $5 and may be purchased the day of the event.

Doors will open at noon. Free refreshments will be served. The Penny Social is sponsored by the Jesus Saviour Rosary Sodality. The church is located at 1 Vernon Ave.

Organist Search The United Congregational Church in Middletown is in the process of searching for a new organist. For more information, contact Rev. Joe Tripp at 849-5444 or visit www.uccmiddletown.org.

Channing Church Tours Channing Memorial Church offers public guided tours on Sundays 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. through Nov. 18. The guided tours highlight the history and architectural features of the church, and the importance of William Ellery Channing in our nation’s social history.

Warm Up Wednesdays St. Paul’s Methodist Church, 12 Marlborough St., hosts Warm Up Wednesdays and welcomes all for fellowship, games, reading and refreshments from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. each Wednesday.

Churches are welcome to send information about upcoming events or to share special messages, by emailing news@newportthisweek.net.

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Community Meals and Fellowship Area churches and organizations work together to provide nutritious meals in a caring environment for members of the community. Upcoming meals include:

Thursday, Nov. 1

5 pm.–St. Paul’s Methodist 12 Marlborough St.

Friday, Nov. 2

7:30 a.m. –MLK Center 5 p.m.-Salvation Army 51 Memorial Blvd.

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8:30 p.m. –Emmanuel Dearborn & Spring St. 4:30 Community Baptist Church 50 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd.

Sunday, Nov. 4

7:30 a.m. –MLK Center

Monday, Nov. 5

7:30 a.m. –MLK Center 11:30 p.m –St. Joseph’s R.C. Broadway

Tuesday, Nov. 6

7:30 a.m. –MLK Center 5 p.m –Emmanuel Dearborn & Spring St.

Wednesday, Nov. 7

7:30 a.m. –MLK Center 5 p.m.–First Presbyterian Church 4 Everett St.

Thursday, Nov. 8

7:30 a.m. –MLK Center 5 pm.–St. Paul’s Methodist 12 Marlborough St.

Friday, Nov. 9

7:30 a.m. –MLK Center 5 pm.–Salvation Army 51 Memorial Blvd.

Thanksgiving and Christmas Assistance Applications for family Thanksgiving food boxes will be taken on Nov. 1 and 2 from 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. and Saturday Nov. 3 from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. Boxes are for households with more than one person.

Food boxes will be distributed Nov. 20.

Requests for Christmas toys for children up to age 12 will be accepted Nov. 29 and 30 from 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. and Saturday Dec. 1 from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. Toys will be distributed Dec. 19.

Persons should only request assistance from one social service agency. When applying, you must have the following: Photo ID with current address or proof of address, social security or medical cards of everyone in your household and proof of any income.

For more information, call the Salvation Army at 846-3234.

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