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Let The Beach Season Begin With the Memorial Day weekend marking the unofficial start to summer, area beaches were abuzz this week following a few days of rain. At Easton’s Beach, lifeguards were busy preparing for the start of the season on Wednesday, raising the massive lifeguard chairs that dot the sand. Teams could also be seen putting the finishing touches to the pavilion at Second Beach in Middletown, where off-season improvements are wrapping up.

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Carey School Condo Conversion Plan Clears Hurdle

By Tom Shevlin A proposal to convert the former Carey Elementary School into a 13-unit condominium complex cleared a major hurdle on Monday, as Planning Board members voted unanimously to find the project in compliance with the city’s Comprehensive Land Use Plan.

The proposal, which had already received the conceptual approval of the City Council, calls for a mix of one, two, and three-bedroom units that will retain many of the building’s original features. The application also promises residents the use of a shared terrace that will feature an enclosed glass seating area and “dramatic views of the City, Newport Harbor, and Newport Bridge.”

While developers Arch Street Development have promised to ensure that the building doesn’t overwhelm the area, some neighbors remain skeptical.

Helen M. Powidzki has lived at 28 Carey St. for the past 30 years.

In prepared remarks made before the board, she wondered what type of impact the project would have on issues such as storm water runoff, traffic, and fire safety.

Powidzki argued that if approved, the project would have

the effect of adding 13 new households to the area. “That’s like adding 26 new toilets, 13 new showers, and 13 dishwashers,” she said, adding, “I would like to see public works come in and say that 13 units won’t impact the sewer system on Carey Street.”

Many of her concerns were shared by Mike Matthews, who lives at 28 Carey St. Like his neighbor, he wondered whether condominiums represented the highest and best use of the property. “It’s affected our whole neighborhood,” he said, noting that he would have preferred to have seen the building converted into office space similar to plans adopted for the vacant Sheffield School.

Speaking for the applicant, attorney Turner Scott sought to allay some of those concerns. The project, he said, would “not be a drain on the sewer system,” nor would it pose any fire danger, and as far as environmental contamination goes, he said that any development would need to be accompanied by proper remediation efforts.

He added that his client would be amenable to adding more of a vegetated buffer to shield neighboring homes.

“This is an economically viable, reasonable use of that property,” he said. “Maybe it just needs to be

Newport School Committee members met on Tuesday, May 22 to strategize over next steps after the Teachers Association of Newport (TAN) overwhelmingly voted to reject a tentative contract agreement by a 100-41 margin.

Despite 10 months of negotiations, the tentative agreement reached between the two parties proved futile.

Chief negotiator for the school committee, Mary Ann Carroll said the school department, “worked very hard and very long, spending many days going over the proposal,” but upon hearing TAN’s multiple issues with the contract, said, “I don’t hold much of a chance that we’ll settle on this contract.”

According to Carroll, TAN would not agree on nearly a dozen items within the contract, leading her to

See TEACHERS on page 6

‘Shovel Ready’ Pays Off

By Tom Shevlin

An artist’s rendering shows only slight changes being proposed for the exterior of the former Carey Elementary School. Among the more prominent alterations include the addition of dormers to the third floor space. Outdoor decks will also be added under the plan, though are not expected to be visible from the street.

(Source: Arch Street Development) a park, but is that the wisest thing to do for the city? I don’t think so.”

According to paperwork on file with the city, condo sizes at the former school will range from 951 square feet for the building’s lone one-bedroom unit, to about 1,200 square feet for 11 two-bedroom units, and 2,400 square feet for the largest residence, a threebedroom penthouse in what today is attic space. Each unit would have assigned parking in what is

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currently the old playground, with access for vehicles turning off Narragansett Avenue taking the place of a no- parking zone.

Vacant for over three years, the school occupies a prominent lot at 32 Carey St., not far from the heart of the Fifth Ward and the beginning of the Bellevue Avenue Mansion district.

In 2008, the city acquired the building from the school depart-

See CONDOS on page 7

Newport is poised to reap the rewards of being a “shovel ready” community.

According to the city’s Planning and Development office, over the last six weeks, the city has been approved to receive some $405,000 in additional Community Development Bloc Grant (CDBG) funds that were previously earmarked for other communities. All of the money, which comes with a mandate to be spent by June 30, is being allocated to improve roads in the city’s north end.

According to Planning Director Paige Bronk, his office has been coordinating with the Department of Public Services to secure the funds and push forward with repaving projects on Malbone Road, Pond Avenue, Dr. Marcus Wheatland Boulevard, and Van Zandt Avenue.

If you count the city’s 2011-12 CDBG award of $350,000, Newport will have received over $750,000 in federal funding for infrastructure improvements, social service agencies, and non-profits over the last twelve months. And that’s not even counting the additional $350,000 Bronk estimates the city could receive through its normal 2012-13 CDBG request.

“When the Recovery and Reinvestment Act (or stimulus package) was passed, the big motto was

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Soap Box Derby – Where Children Win

By Jack Kelly There was an exciting finish to a hard day of racing at the 16th annual Ocean State Soap Box Derby that was held in Newport last Saturday.

Anna Murphy 9, of Newport won the Stock Division title after besting her cousin Aidan Moriarty in the championship race. Both of these competitor’s cars are sponsored by Casey’s Marina of Newport.

The Super Stock Division was also the scene of family drama as Dante Turano of Westerly defeated his cousin Austin DiGiacomo to win his division. Both of these competitor’s cars were sponsored by the Westerly Lions Club.

Both Murphy and Turano will have the honor and opportunity to represent Rhode Island at the National Soap Box Derby in Akron, Ohio, on July 21, 2012. Tom Callahan, one of the coordinators of this year’s event commented, “It was a great day with good weather and conditions for the kids to have a good race and besides- we’re here by the water and it’s sunny-what more could you ask for.”

The second place finishers were awarded new bicycles by the Viking Riders, “long time supporters of the derby and an integral part of this event”, according to Callahan.

Saturday was the 16th annual Ocean State Soap Box Derby in Newport, RI. This event involves kids ages 7-17 racing in their kit-built cars down Memorial Boulevard for the right to represent Rhode Island in the nation-

Pandora Walker al soap box derby championship at Derby Downs inAkron, OH. This year’s winners are listed below: 2012 Ocean State Soap Box Derby presented by NewportFed and Waste Management of RI Stock Division 1. Anna Murphy, 9, Newport, Casey’s Marina 2. Aidan Moriarty, Springfield, MA, Casey’s Marina 3. Ashley Ney, Middletown, Viking Riders 4. Zachary Rousseau, Tiverton, Rousseau Landscaping Super Stock 1. Dante Turano, Westerly, Westerly Lions 2. Austin DiGiacomo, Westerly, Westerly Lions 3. Pandora Walker, Middletown, Viking Riders 4. Madison Rathbun, Westerly, Westerly Lions

Grade 2 – 4 Extinction Group Winners from L-R: Gabriela Marques, Shannon Ganser, RJ White, and Sydney Crotteau (Photo c/o Potter League)

Be Kind to Animals Week Contest Winners The Potter League for Animals recently hosted its fifth annual “Be Kind to Animals Week” Poster Contest. The competition was open to students in second grade through high school as part of the “Be Kind to Animals Week” from May 6 - 12.

An awards ceremony took place at the Potter League’s Education Center on Wednesday, May 9. Anastacia Spang-Southland, Humane Educator at the Potter League presented awards to the following: “Make a Friend, Train Your Dog” Theme Winners: Grades 2-4: Emily DeFreitas, Colin Klampert, Meredith Jenkins, Quincy Raffa Grades 5-8: Brennan Cluff, Gabriela Martin, Taylor Kutsaftis, Talia Kutsaftis “Extinction is Forever” Theme Winners: Grades 2-4: Gabriela Marques, Sydney Crotteau, Shannon Ganser, RJ White Grades 5-8: Kiernan Turner Grades 9-12: Matty Matteson, Dayna Krakenbill, Taylor Desjean For more information, visit www.PotterLeague.org.

Interestingly, both divisions came down to a final race between cousins (Murphy/Moriarty & Turano/DiGiacomo) Madison Rathbun who placed 4th in superstock was last year’s stock champ, and place 14th in the national soap box derby last year!

Dante Turano is a past stock division champion.

This is the third time that Austin DiGiacomo placed 2d in superstock.

The Viking Riders, as always, presented the 2d place finishers with bikes.

The winners are entitled to represent the state of Rhode Island at the national soap box derby in Akron, OH on July 21.

Michael T. Farley, Esq. The Blackwell Group 174 Bellevue Ave, Ste 316 Newport, RI 02840 401 835-8775 mobile

Surfer Remembered in Seaside Ceremony

By Jonathan Clancy On May 10, local surfer Patrick “Shep” Martin, 58, paddled out to Marines, his favorite spot, to enjoy some waves. Just 45 minutes in, he collapsed face down on his board due to a heart attack and later died at Newport Hospital. “He had a great last session,” said his friend Andrew Florey, who helped swim Shep to shore.

Martin spent his life teaching the art of surfing. He was one of a tight-knit group that helped pioneer surfing spots like Ruggles and Marines. News of his passing spread quickly through the surfing

community, and on Friday, May 18 at Belmont Beach, hundreds gathered to remember Shep. “He was a good soul, and he overcame so many hurdles,” said friend and coworker Logan Hill.

Martin’s niece Jen Fitzgerald said, “I had no idea this many people loved him as much as I do.” She picked up a childhood photo left on the memorial and pointed out that it was taken in the same exact spot that we were standing.

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Jackson Calling it Quits

By Tom Shevlin Eight is enough for Rep. J. Russell Jackson, who said this week that after four terms representing Dist. 73 in the state House of Representatives, he’s decided not to seek re-election this fall.

Jackson, who sits on the powerful House Finance Committee, said that while he’s enjoyed his time in the General Assembly, he’s looking forward to spending more time with his family, and focusing his efforts at his growing law practice.

“I just felt like eight years was a good run, and it was just time for me. I thought about (retiring) a couple of years ago, as most people know, and then I decided to run for re-election. I think this time, after thinking about it long and hard, I decided that I have personal and professional commitments that I want to dedicate my time to,” he said. “It’s been an honor to serve the people in Newport and Middletown, but I feel like it’s time to move to the next chapter.”

The announcement, which has already reverberated through local Democrat and Republican circles, is expected to set into motion the city’s campaign season.

On the Democrat side, voters can expect a primary battle between former state Senate President David Carlin Jr. and Zoning Board Member Marvin Abney.

Carlin said that he’s in the process of forming a campaign committee, and hopes his experience on Smith Hill will translate well with voters. “I think I could be useful at this time in the state’s history,” he said.

Marvin Abney, a career military officer, says that he plans on focussing on a range of issues, from constituent care and making sure that constituency in the 73rd district are fully represented to education, the state’s financial condition, and veteran’s affairs. He also said that he’ll be focussing on engaging a new crop of voters into the political process.

“I’ve been blessed with the time to give back to my community, and I want to make sure that we’re talking to constituents who may not have been engaged in the process before,” he said.

For the Republicans, voters should look for a run from Newport resident Marquise Rivon, a 23-year-old member of the Army National Guard and veteran of the war in Afghanistan who had toyed with the idea of running against Jackson in 2010.

Rivon says that he’s running to help rein in what he called out of control spending.

As for Jackson, he says there’s a big upside for anyone willing to run for public office.

“At the end of the day, if you’re doing your job well, you know that you’re helping to serve the people in your community. Even if you’re not getting the headlines, you’re doing everything you can to make your community better,” he said, adding, “Yeah, we get a bad rap up there, but to me, by and large, the people I’ve met that served in the House of Representatives and in the Senate and at the state house, most of them are there for the right reasons and they’re trying to do the best for their communities.”

GRANT CONTINUED FROM PG. 1 ‘shovel ready,’” explained Bronk.

Hoping to get a piece of the federal funding package, communities from across the state applied to the Department of Transportation to put toward what they claimed were “shovel ready” projects. In some instances, it turned out that the projects were far from ready.

However, with a council resolved to make infrastructure improvements a top priority, Newport seemed to have an abundance of projects which could qualify as being “shovel ready.”

Earlier this year, as the state was faced with seeing its funding stream expire in some communities, it sent out a general inquiry to municipal planners asking for projects which they thought stood a realistic chance of being completed by June 30. Newport responded in kind with a request to repave four North End roadways. After receiving approval on two of the four projects, the state came back with another inquiry. Again, the city responded and a third road was added to the list, bringing the total

award to $275,000.

By the time it became clear that there would still be more stimulus funding left untapped, the state made a direct query of the city, asking if it would be able to get the fourth road repaved in time for the June 30 deadline.

Bronk and Bill Riccio, his counterpart in the Department of Public Services, responded in the affirmative.

“This is like a super CDBG,” he said. “I give Jeanne Tracey­ McAreavey, the city’s senior development planner, a lot of credit on this.

The bottom line is that it’s money that if we didn’t spend, it would have gone unspent.”

Bronk concluded, “We’ve got two things going for us: we have a good idea of what streets need to be repaved next, and the city has a contract in place that allows for these types of change orders.”

City Councilors were scheduled to approve the $130,000 award to repave Van Zandt at their Wednesday, May 23 meeting.

Council Restricts Burning, Punts on Bags

By Jonathan Clancy MIDDLETOWN – At its meeting on Monday, May 21, the Middletown Town Council adopted an ordinance requiring all open-burning fires to be at least 100 feet from any structure. The ordinance was an effort to reduce the negative effects of open burning in densely populated areas. The ordinance also states that property owners need to obtain a permit from the fire department before burning, and there will be no burning from May 1 to September 30.

In a continuance from meetings on March 19, April 2, and May 7, Town Administrator Shawn Brown reported on the opinion of some local store-owners about a suggestion that single-use plastic bags be banned. Brown noted that some stores had already made efforts to reduce bag use by encouraging the use of reusable bags, and giving a nickel discount for customers who bring their own bags to a store. But, he added, “As we talked to the stores, efforts beyond what we are doing already we see as creating a challenge at a business level.” Brown added that, “This would be a better plan to implement at a state level.”

Surfrider Foundation volunteer Lisa Wagenbach spoke on behalf of “Ban the Bag.” She had also done a survey of local businesses and noted that nine local businesses have “committed to phasing out the plastic bag”: Easton’s Point Pub, Island Sports, Elemental Surf and Skate, Simmons Farm, Fatulli’s, Flat Waves, Atlantic Grille, Aquidneck Pizza, and West Marine, which has a company policy against using plastic bags due to the store’s direct connection to the ocean.”

Wagenbach also referenced a bill recently passed in Hawaii banning the single-use plastic bag. She said: “They are the first state to do so, but what’s really kind of crucial here is that they created and passed this bill on the county level, so it was passed by the four county governments, not by the state, which demonstrates the effectiveness of towns and communities working together for the common good of the environment.”

According to Wagenbach, cities such as Seattle, Portland, Washington D.C., and many large cities and counties in California have implemented plans to ban the single-use plastic bag. The cost of the switch to paper bags in these areas, Wagenbach stated, has been found to be, “very marginal.”

Council member Richard Cambra stated that he would support a ban.

Also at the meeting, the Council granted the Second Beach equipment-rental concession contract to Rhody Surf Inc. for payments of $12,000 per year from 2012-2016.

Originally on the May 1 agenda, the vote had been postponed due to a technicality.

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Non-profit Annual Reports Due in June Rhode Island non-profit corporations are required by state law to file annual reports by June 30.

More than 7,900 nonprofits ranging from charities to youth sports organizations to condo associations are subject to the requirement. Non-profits that fail to file face fines and the revocation of their Certificate of Incorporation or Certificate of Authority.

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Backyard Rain Gardens 101 Kate Venturini, URI Master Gardener Program Coordinator and Landscape Restoration Specialist at the URI Outreach Center, will present “Backyard Rain Gardens 101” on Thursday, May 31 at 6:30 p.m, at Portsmouth Free Public Library.

The presentation will include a discussion of the impact of rain on the health of RI’s waterbodies and how the incorporation of backyard rain gardens can help reduce pollution.

Venturini will discuss the basic principles of siting, sizing, designing and installing a backyard rain garden and give recommendations for additional sources of rain garden information.

This program is free and open to the public but seating is limited.

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PTSD Support Group A new support group has been formed for those dealing with PTSD issues. The group will meet at the VFW Post 4487 on Thursdays, beginning June 7 from 10 a.m. - noon and again from 6 - 8 p.m.

A spaghetti dinner fundraiser will be held June 23 to support veterans suffering PTSD and Traumatic Brain Injury. Anyone wishing to make donations can contact Patricia Kirby at 864-1397 or tkirley2012@gmail.com

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Two thousand cyclists and volunteers are expected for the 25th anniversary of Bike MS: Ride the Rhode, a 150-mile ride which will be held the weekend of June 16-17 to benefit the Rhode Island Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. The event’s anniversary bike route will feature a spectacular and rare crossing of the Newport and Jamestown bridges.

Cyclists will start in Newport on the morning of June 16 and cross the bridges heading through western Rhode Island to southeast Massachusetts where they will spend the night at Wheaton College in Norton, Mass.

The morning of June 17, the cyclists will return to Newport along a different route and be welcomed by a BBQ with music and prizes.

“We expect an enormous response to our 25th anniversary event,” said Chapter President Kathy Mechnig. “Last year we raised more than $800,000 to help Rhode Islanders with MS and to fund MS research. Our goal is to top that.”

To participate in this celebratory crossing of the bridges and be part of Bike MS: Ride the Rhode, register at www.bikeMSrhodeisland.org or call 401-738-8383, option 2.

College Graduates Congratulations to our Class of 2012 graduates who hail from Aquidneck Island and Jamestown!

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Rogers Awards Student Art Exhibition Drawings, sculpture, and other artwork created by Newport students will be on display at Marble House on Thursday, May 31 from 5:30 - 7 p.m. The artwork was created during a year-long study in the History on Site program, a partnership between the Preservation Society and the Newport Public Schools Art Department. The purpose of the program is to help students be inspired by and learn about American art, culture, and the value of preservation through the study of Newport’s historic sites.

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Haiti Art Show St. Joseph’s Church of Newport is holding a fundraiser to benefit the Patriote de la Zone School in Jacmel, Haiti on Saturday, June 2 from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. at the Wheeler School, 228 Angell St., Providence.

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Rogers High School will host an awards ceremony for junior and senior students on Thursday, May 24.

Eighty-one students will receive a variety of department awards and book awards.

On Wednesday, May 30, at 6 p.m. Rogers will host their annual Honors Night where more than $250,000 in scholarships will be awarded to graduating seniors, and the top ten academic students will be recognized.

On Friday, June 15, at 6 p.m. Rogers High School Class of 2012 willgraduate in the school auditorium.

Point Association Plant Sale The Point Association will hold its annual sale on Saturday, May 26 from 9 a.m. -1p.m., rain or shine in the St. John’s Church parking lot; Willow at Washington St. Funds raised will be for beautification projects, specifically to improve the Mary Ferrazoli Park at the south end of Washington St. adjacent to the State Fishing Pier.

Offerings from neighborhood gardens, professional plants and shrubs, lilacs, azeleas, several fruit trees, baskets, books, pots, containers, tools, and lots of interesting plants will be available for sale.

St. John’s Church will also be selling coffee and other goodies.

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NEWS BRIEFS Newport Police Log Newport Fire Incident Run Report During the period from Monday, May. 14 to Monday, May 21, the Newport Police Department responded to 606 calls. Of those, 125 were motor vehicle related; there were 80 motor vehicle violations issued and 45 accidents.

The police also responded to 19 incidents of vandalism, 15 noise complaints, 27 animal complaints, and 32 home/business alarm calls. Officers conducted 3 school security checks (2-Rogers, 1-Triplett) They transported 6 prisoners, wrote 6 bicycle violations and recorded 9 instances of assisting other agencies and 9 instances of assisting other police departments and 12 private tows were recorded

In addition, 25 arrests were made for the following violations: n Six arrests were made for outstanding warrants. n Six arrests were made for vandalism. n Four arrests were made for disorderly conduct. n Three arrests were made for violation of no contact order. n Three arrests were made for narcotics violation. n Two arrests were made for driving with a revoked or suspended license. n Two arrests were made for noise violations. n One arrest was made for larceny. n One arrest was made for simple assault. n One arrest was made for DUI. n One arrest was made for breaking & entering. n One arrest was made for driving without a license n One arrest was made for urinating in public. n One arrest was made for embezzlement. n One arrest was made for trespassing. n One arrest was made for sexual assault. n One arrest was made for conspiracy.

During the period from Monday, May 14 through Sunday, May 20, the Newport Fire Department responded to a total of 120 calls. Of those, 78 were emergency medical calls, resulting in 56 patients being transported to the hospital. Additionally, 9 patients refused aid once EMS had arrived on-scene.

Fire apparatus was used for 120 responses: • Station 1 - Headquarters responded to 56 calls • Station 1 - Engine responded to 36 calls • Station 2 - Old Fort Road responded to 32 calls • Station 2 - Engine responded to 24 calls • Station 5 - Touro Street/Engine 5 responded to 35 calls

Specific situations fire apparatus was used for include: 2 - Cooking fires 2 - Gas leaks 1 - Motor vehicle fire 1- Elevator rescue 1 - Water problem 6 - Citizen assists 12 - Fire alarm sounding - no fire

In the category of fire prevention, the department performed 15 smoke alarm inspections for house sale, 7 life safety inspections, and provided 2 fire system plan reviews.

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Joan C. Arnold Award Newport Recipient Announced Shipwreck Lecture Rosemary Forbes-Woodside of Jamestown has been named the first winner of the League of Women Voters of Newport County Joan C. Arnold Civic Participation Award.

The award will be presented on Thursday, June 7 at the home of Richard and Jane Koster in Jamestown. The award commemorates the life of Arnold, by recognizing an individual whose work has resulted in bringing relief to those in need or by improving the quality of life in Newport County. Tickets to the wine and hors d’oeuvres are $15 per person. For more information on the Arnold Award event or to purchase tickets, contact Susan Wells at 378-7595.

Final Budget Session City Council members are scheduled to meet with their counterparts on the School Committee in the final budget session of the year on Tuesday, May 29.

The current budget proposal has the School Department once again level funded for the next fiscal year, with roughly $37 million going toward education. The city is also recommending to spend $134,625 on Bond Anticipation Notes for the new Pell Elementary School.

The meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. at City Hall and will be available for viewing over public access and online at NewportRecord.tv.

The Rhode Island Marine Archaeology Project (RIMAP) will hold a public meeting from 1-2 p.m. on Sunday, June 3, at the Marine Affairs Building, Roger Williams University in Bristol, to announce the results of its work to locate the fleet of British transports sunk in Newport Harbor during the American Revolution. One of the transports in that fleet had been the Endeavour Bark of Captain James Cook’s first voyage around the world.

RIMAP will review its past work, update the public about recent progress, discuss the work yet to be done, and announce the plans for an heritage tourism program to share Rhode Island’s unique history of the ships and men that sailed with Captain Cook. The meeting is free and open to the public. Those interested are encouraged to see more details at www.rimap.org.

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EDITORIAL Secrecy Sows Discord The negotiating process by which we engage our public employee unions is broken. It casts uncertainty over our budget processes, sows discontent within the community, and is in desperate need of reform.

The latest example of this flawed system comes by way of Newport’s School Department, where after months of discussion, a tentative contract agreement was roundly rejected by the city’s teachers union.

The proposal, which School Committee members had been led to believe would be acceptable to the rank-and-file, never saw the light of day. This, unfortunately, is typical.

Traditional practice dictates that union negotiations come with a certain expectation of privacy – form the time discussions begin, all the way nearly to the point of ratification.

That system is no longer acceptable.

As the primary driver of municipal spending, it’s becoming increasingly difficult to rationalize the secrecy that surrounds public employee contract negotiations. From the quality of public education to the maintenance of our infrastructure and public safety, there is little that they don’t touch.

Meanwhile, the disparity between what the city – what taxpayers – can afford, and what our public unions are seeking is growing. As a result, our community is suffering.

Pitting two sides against one another every two, three, or five years, is bound to create discord, and rarely does either side walk away happy.

It’s time that we open up our contract negotiations to the public.

Earlier this year, the Douglas County Colorado Federation of Teachers took the bold step of requesting that the doors to the collective bargaining process be thrown open.

Newport would do well to follow suit.

In their most recent dealings with the Teachers Association of Newport, Mary Ann Carroll, the city’s lead negotiator, indicated that both sides agreed to keep quiet about the details of the proposed contract until Oct. 31.

“There are no ground rules preventing any information from being released to the press,” she said.

And yet, the School Committee remained quiet; the contract kept hidden from public view.

Perhaps the members of TAN would have voted differently had their neighbors seen the details of the proposed contract.

Instead, the rug was pulled out from under the city, taxpayers will be expected to pick up the tab for even more negotiations, and layoffs are likely to ensue.

Council 94 President Frank Landry has said on multiple occasions that’s it’s time the city brings together representatives from each of Newport’s public employee unions for a frank discussion on what the city can and cannot afford.

Given the travel of cities like Providence, Central Falls, East Providence and West Warwick, one would think that our elected officials and union leaders would be open to a new way of doing business.

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TEACHERS CONTINUED FROM PG. 1 recommend the committee enter into a non-binding arbitration process.

Among the issues cited by TAN as being objectionable are the following: n Length of the school day.

Newport currently has one of the shortest school days of any district in the state, at six hours. The contract proposed adding 30 minutes to the school day with 15 minutes allotted to classroom instruction, and 15 allotted for professional development. n Salary increases. The contract would have given no raise in the current school year, but would provide a 1 percent increase in the 2012-2013 school year, and a 2 percent increase in the 2013-2014 school year. n Increasing class size. Newport currently has the smallest class size in the state. The contract would increase the number of pupils in a classroom at the new Claiborne deB. Pell Elementary School to 23 over the next few years. Currently, kindergarten classes average 17 students. n Elimination of certain positions including director of guidance and head teacher at the Newport Area Career and Technical Center. n Moving to a different health care plan. n Length of the contract. The previous teacher contract expired Aug. 2011. The proposed contract would have covered Sept. 2011

through Aug. 2014. With no current contract in place, teachers are operating under the terms of expired contract.

Carroll said the vote means the two negotiating groups would likely be “starting from scratch. We have nothing on the table because the teachers voted down TAN’s last proposal and our last proposal,” she said.

In the meantime, Carroll recommended the school committee send a letter to the National Education Association of Rhode Island requesting non-binding arbitration, and meet with TAN one more time to discuss a written proposal with their request for changes to the tentative contract.

TAN president David Koutsogiane made no public comment at the meeting.

School Committee Chair Patrick K. Kelley closed the discussion by saying that currently, Newport has both the highest per-pupil cost in the state at over $18,700, and the smallest class size. He says the contract would have helped reduce costs going forward.

“We just can’t continue this way,” Kelley said. “We’re losing money from the state and federal government, and we can’t expect help from the city. I don’t know how we can move forward on this.”

The committee approved the motion to authorize arbitration with a 6 – 0 vote. Committee member Robert Leary abstained.

Municipal Boards NEWPORT Zoning Board: Meets every fourth Monday of the month at 7 p.m. in Council Chambers Members: Marvin Abney Lynn Ceglie Martin Cohen Michael Martin Rebecca McSweeney – Chair Mary Joan Hoene Seiter – Alt. Planning Board: Meets every third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. in Council Chambers Members: James Dring – Chair Deborah Melino-Wender Mary Moniz – Vice-Chair Kim Salerno

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Newport’s Stokes Resigns in EDC Shakeup

By Tom Shevlin Keith Stokes, a former Newport City Council member who made his mark locally as the longtime head of the Newport County Chamber of Commerce, resigned late last week from the state’s top economic development post amid controversy following reported troubles at Providence video game maker 38 Studios.

His resignation came after an intense closed-door meeting to resolve an outstanding $1.125 million payment on a $75 million loan issued by the state Economic Development Corporation in the waning days of the Carcieri administration to the startup video game company backed by former Red Sox ace Curt Schilling.

By afternoon on Friday, the company had returned to good standing thanks to a last-minute payment, however questions over its longterm viability lingered.

Stokes has remained quiet since his decision to step down from the agency, which was described as a mutual decision between himself and Gov. Lincoln Chafee.

In a statement issued on Friday, he said, “As a lifelong Rhode Islander, I am grateful for the opportunity to have served at the RIEDC. I have dedicated my entire career to a state I love very much with the desire to create a better place for Rhode Islanders to succeed and to raise their families. I will continue to be involved in the future. For now, I am looking forward to spending more time with my family.”

As of this writing, Schilling’s 38 Studios remained in negotiations with the state to ensure the repayment of the loan, while Stokes’ replacement had not yet been named.

School Department Approves Tentative Budget

By Meg O’Neil Newport School Committee members voted to endorse a proposed departmental budget for the 2013 Fiscal Year during a special meeting on Tuesday, May 22 at the Newport Area Career and Technical Center.

With a total revenue of $13,205 over last year’s budget, Superintendent John H. Ambrogi called the FY2013 $36,497,964 budget, “a moving target … that has moved a little bit more than recent years.”

While initially hoping to achieve savings or in the least, maintain a level budget over last year, several developments over the last two weeks impacted the budget’s bottom line.

According to Ambrogi, the teacher’s contract that was rejected by the Teachers Association of Newport would have resulted in immediate savings. Additionally, he said that the school department had recently learned that Title I and Title II federal funding was cut by nearly $500,000. Title I funds are given to local school districts to meet the needs of at-risk and low-income students, while Title II funds are used to support professional development amongst teachers.

On top of that, Ambrogi said that he’s also expecting to collect $91,000 less in state aid next year, collecting a total of $10,626,390 overall.

The recent shifts in funding and lack of teacher contract were clearly cause for concern to Ambrogi. “Yesterday, what I thought we’d have – we no longer have,” he said. “One thing is clear, and it’s that we have less federal money.”

School Committee members are expected to discuss their proposed budget during a meeting with the City Council on Tuesday, May 29 at 6:30 at the Newport Area Career and Technical Center.

The proposal was approved 6 – 1 with Robert Leary opposed.

Pell School Update The last topic of the evening’s

meeting dealt with the Claiborne deB. Pell Elementary School as the school committee voted unanimously to choose Sebesta Blomberg & Associates of Woburn, Mass. to act as the project’s Commissioning Agent.

Sebesta Blomberg is charged with the task of installing the Pell School’s mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP) and building system envelopes. The total fee for the project was set at $92,000. Included in that fee are 55 site visits, 13 meetings during the MEP phase, and an additional 14 site visits during the building envelope phase.

The $92,000 bid was well below the budgeted $150,000; resulting in nearly $60,000 in savings.

Finally, the school committee rejected a vote that would allow HMFH architects, the Cambridge-based firm who designed the school, to examine a possible redesign of the cafeteria kitchen for $13,788. The vote failed 3 – 4, with committee members Sandra J. Flowers, Jo Eva Gaines, Patrick K. Kelley, and Charles Shoemaker opposing the action item.

Instead, the committee will follow the recommendation of the Pell Building Committee which would allow for a reduction in the size of the walk-in freezer, the installation of an ice maker, and moveable preparation tables.

The kitchen had become a hot topic in recent months, with members of the school’s Nutrition Advisory Group claiming the design was flawed and would hinder proper work flow.

Committee member Thomas Phelan put the evening’s motion on the table, knowing it would be rejected, but simply wanted to go on record with his feelings on HMFH’s kitchen design, saying, “I think what HMFH is proposing is wrong and doesn’t make sense. They keep telling us they are experts, but they put the storage and freezer on the wrong end of the kitchen … I don’t have faith in HMFH. They lost that a long time ago.”

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CONTINUED FROM PG. 1 ment after it was deemed obsolete, and soon began preparing the property for sale.

In December, councilors signed off on a $735,000 purchase and sale agreement with Arch Street Development to redevelop the building, which if approved, would bring the property on the tax rolls, generating both property taxes and water and sewer fees for the city.

According to Scott, while the real estate market has weakened in recent years, he believes there’s still a market for this type of development.

Asked by Planning Board member Timothy Burns what kind of residents the building hopes to attract, Scott replied that the developer’s target audience will be vacation home owners and emptynesters.

He also added that in an attempt to discourage rowdy behavior, units will only be permitted to be rented out on a seasonal basis, if at all. “Very rarely do these people rent these places out,” Scott said.

Real estate appraiser Paul Hogan also testified for the applicant.

After conducting research into the Carey Street neighborhood, he determined that not only was a residential use appropriate, but even with the 13 new units, the property would be “significantly less dense than the surrounding area.”

“Thirteen fits, and when you consider the size of the existing building, it’s the right number, and it’s right for the neighborhood,” he said.

In addition, as Planning Director Paige Bronk reminded the board, there is in place an internal development plan review that will include parking, environmental, fire, stormwater and safety concerns that will be carried with the property.

The board voted 6-0 to approve the application, provided that the applicant agrees to install and maintain a green vegetated buffer between neighbors.

The project is due to be taken up during this month’s Zoning Board meeting on Monday, May 28 at 6:30 p.m.

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PLANNING BOARD

Dock Improvements Given the Go-Ahead

By Tom Shevlin David Kilroy can still remember offloading the morning’s catch along the docks of the Aquidneck Lobster Co. as a teenager.

It’s doubtful that at the time the restaurant owner could have known that one day that spot would be the last remaining vestige of working waterfront in the city’s downtown core. Nor could he have known that eventually, he’d be in a position to preserve it.

On Monday, Kilroy received a major boost to do just that, winning approval from city planners to push ahead with a revised plan to install a series of floating docks alongside the westernmost tip of Bowen’s Wharf.

The plan, which was first presented to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in April, and subsequently approved by the city’s Waterfront Commission earlier this month, calls for upgrading what Kilroy described as the oldest existing docks in downtown Newport.

The project, which has received the endorsement of Planning Board members in a 6-0 vote, coincides with dramatic renovations at the lobster company, and the adjacent Landing restaurant. According to Kilroy, he’s hoping to install a

network of floating docks that will better accommodate the transitory vessels that still unload their hauls at the venerable fish market, and to provide limited dockage for charter and select recreational vessels.

Said Kilroy: “We’re not asking to expand [the docks]…What we’re here for is to make them safer.”

Kilroy pledged to keep the operation “low key,” serving lobster boats; the Gansett, a Downeaststyle charter boat; and perhaps members of the shields class racing fleet.

At the same time, he withdrew an earlier proposal to construct an 85-foot section of dock on the north side of the building that would have extended from the Landing to the Lobster Co. Instead, Kilroy asked permission to install a 5-foot by 140-foot line of floats extending from east-west, and an 8-foot by 36-foot line extending north-south on the west side of the Landing restaurant with access to the docks available via a single 3-foot by 24-foot ramp.

If approved by U.S. Army engineers, the project will not require any dredging, bottom disturbance, or fill.

“This is the last, and I mean last, piece of working waterfront in

downtown Newport,” Kilroy said, adding, “I think it’s important that we preserve it.”

Planning Board members agreed, finding the application in accordance with the Comprehensive Land Use Plan.

Anyone wishing to comment on the project may still do so in writing by May 24 to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New England District, Regulatory Division (ATTN: Michael Elliot), 696 Virginia Rd., Concord, MA, 01742-2751.

In other business: Planning Board members voted in favor of an application by Chris Toppa, who said he’s planning to open a smoothie shop at 266 Bellevue Ave., the former home of La Cosa Nostra. Toppa described his project as the “first real juice bar on the island,” similar to what you would might find in California.

He’s still working on improvements to the space, but said that he’s hoping to be open in the next couple of months.

And finally, refinements continue to be made to the city’s proposed wind turbine ordinance. A pair of minor edits were made to the language of the ordinance, and board members are expected to revisit the matter at their June meeting.

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Imagine standing at the front steps of the Colony House atop Washington Square and, with the swipe of a finger, using a smart phone or tablet to view historic pictures and stories of the iconic, colonial building.

The 21st century tour could become a reality soon thanks to the Newport Historical Society (NHS), which is in the process of designing an application for web-capable devices that would provide a selfguided walking tour around Newport’s historic streets.

NHS recently announced the “Explore Historic Newport” project through Kickstarter.com, a “crowd funding” website for creative ventures that relies on public donations for seed funding. In using Kickstarter, project owners (in this case NHS) choose a deadline date and a pledge goal that must be raised. If the chosen goal is not gathered by the deadline, no funds are collected and the project becomes defunct.

The Explore Historic Newport project has set a goal to raise

$10,000 by Friday, June 29. At the time this article was written, 14 “backers” have contributed $800 to the initiative. In return for their support, anyone who backs the project can expect to receive special perks courtesy of the NHS. For instance, anyone who pledges $10 will receive a personalized “Thank You” in the application. Other incentives include two tickets to this year’s Newport Antiques Show for donations over $50, a yearlong membership to the NHS for a pledge of $100 or more, and a framed archival print for a pledge of $500 or more. For $1,000 or more, the NHS is offering a private tour for up to five guests of its historic properties, a library tour, and genealogy workshop.

According to Kickstarter.com, the first release of the app covers the areas of Washington Square, Kay-Catherine Streets and down to the Point neighborhood. Using GPS-enabled maps, the app pinpoints where a user is standing and orients them to historic locations nearby.

Since it was chartered in 1854 with the purpose of collecting and preserving books, manuscripts and

all objects pertaining to Newport’s history, NHS strives to reveal the history of Newport through multiple platforms.

NHS Executive Director Ruth Taylor says the mobile app would be a new way for visitors to learn that history. “We have great stories to tell and we want to tell those stories in many ways, particularly through our mobile app which will allow visitors to take a walk around this historic city, which is remarkably preserved,” she said. With the app, “You can walk through the city and get a sense of the history and some specific stories, but we need your help to make it happen.”

To contribute to the Newport Historical Society’s smart phone app, visit www.kickstarter.com and type “Explore Historic Newport” in the search bar at the top of the page.

Relay For Life a Success

By Jack Kelly There was an electric energy, and a little magic, in the air last Friday and Saturday, at the Gaudet Middle School athletic complex. The “Relay For Life Aquidneck” was held overnight from 4 p.m. Friday through 10 a.m. Saturday. This American Cancer Society fundraising event was celebrating its eighth year at this venue and over 30 teams of walkers and runners, totaling nearly 500 participants were united to raise monies to fund research and to provide services for cancer patients in Rhode Island.

The Gaudet complex was alive with team members of every age including many pre-teens and teens representing a number of local schools. Each team had its own colors and logos printed on t-shirts and sweatshirts with slogans such as “Kick Cancer’s Butt”, “Never Give

Up” and “Fight Like A Girl” emblazoned on them.

Elizabeth Sharpe, American Cancer Society Staff Partner to the Relay and Seibert announced that the event’s fundraising had eclipsed the goal of $100,000 and had exceeded $120,000. Seibert, Sharpe, the team captains and all team members planned on resting for the remainder of the weekend. However, as Seibert stated, “Monday we begin planning for next year.”

INFO: For more information, or to make a donation, go to: relayforlife.org/aquidneckislandri or call 401-855-0885.

The American Cancer Society offers support both online at cancer.org or call toll free 800227-2345.

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Naval Community Briefs

‘BASIC’ Speaks Volumes to Veterans

By Jack Kelly

Corpsman Four Time Champs For the fourth year in a row, corpsmen from the Naval Health Clinic New England came out on top at the annual NHCNE Corpsman Challenge, defeating teams from Groton, Conn; Portsmouth, N.H.; and Saratoga Springs, N.Y. to bring home the cup. The allday event was held at Camp Fogarty on May 18 and Newport was represented by team “El Banditos,” first time competitors attached to the King Hall clinic. The intense team competition tests physical readiness, battlefield skills and medical knowledge. Congratulations El Banditos - HMC Eric Mancia, HM3 Toddy Clements, HM3 Milraen Hodgegrande, HN Trevor Gueuara and HN Tchitty Lyfoung.

Eight Bells Lecture Series The Naval War College Museum’s Eight Bells Lecture Series will continue on Thursday, May 31, from noon to 1 p.m. at the museum. William P. Leeman will discuss his book, “The Long Road to Annapolis,” examining the origins of the United States Naval Academy and the national debate that led to its founding.

The U.S. Military Academy was established at West Point in 1802, but it took until 1845 before the U.S. Naval Academy was founded. Leeman traces early debates about the nature of the nation, class identity, partisan politics, and the public’s wariness of a large standing military force. He explains how the country’s reluctance to establish a national naval academy gradually evolved into support for the idea.

The lecture is free and open to the public but reservations are required. Guests are welcome to bring a brown bag lunch. Visitors without a DoD decal/ID card should request access at time of reservation. To reserve, call 401841-2101 at least one working day prior to event.

Traffic Advisory Commuters can expect delays traveling on Burma Road/Defense Highway May 24-28. Traffic will be reduced to one lane of traffic to facilitate repairs. The southbound lane will be closed from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.

OCS Graduation Fifty-two graduates of Officer Candidate School will receive their commissions on Friday, May 25. The guest speaker will be Rear Adm. Thomas G. Wears, Commander, Naval Undersea Warfare Center. The graduation will be held in Kay Hall at 9 a.m. and the Navy Band Northeast will perform. For more information, call 401-841-1171.

Veterinary Clinic Hours The Army Veterinary Clinic at the Leisure Bay on Naval Station Newport is open for walk-in appointments the first Friday of every month. Veterinary services are for active duty and retirees only.

The clinic will be open for walk-ins on Friday, June 1, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call the Groton, Conn., Veterinary Clinic at 860-694-4291 for more information.

O’Club Deck Opening The Officers’ Club will kick off the summer season on Friday, June 1 with Changes in Latitudes, America’s premiere Jimmy Buffet tribute show, by the Mini-Beach Band. All hands with base access are invited to celebrate summer with music and seafood on the deck each Friday at 5:30 through August.

Since the end of World War 1, 40 million men and women have made the transition from civilian to military life through a life-altering process known as Basic Training in the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force, or Boot Camp in the U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps. For those who have experienced “Basic”, this book will bring back a flood of memories. Men and women who have gone through this training relate personal tales of K.P., push-ups, rifle qualification, forced marches, boot-shining and P.T. They also describe being pushed, prodded and, at times, driven to sheer exhaustion, a defining moment in all of their lives.

This book will cause laugh-outloud moments and teary laughing fits. When I began to read this entertaining volume, I laughed so hard that my family asked me

to read it in another room and to close the door! This insightful book also chronicles sobering tales of life in the military and the dangers involved in becoming a member of the combat forces.

Jacobs and Fisher use countless interviews to describe the process by which drill sergeants produce one well-functioning unit. Men and women are broken down, molded and then rebuilt into soldiers, marines, sailors and airmen by a cadre of instructors whose only mission in life is to keep these young people alive in combat. The racial, religious, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds of the trainees are blended together in a true “melting pot” as they learn to trust each other and come together for a common goal.

As I read this book, I was taken back in time to my own Basic Training at Fort Jackson, South Carolina over 40 years ago. I shared the

“BASIC,” written by Colonel Jack Jacobs (Ret.) and David Fisher, hardcover, 320 pages, published

by Thomas Dunne Books/ book with my two brothers, one who trained at Fort Dix, New Jersey 38 years ago and the other who trained at Parris Island Marine Recruit Center 30 years ago. We sat for awhile that night and reminisced about our adventures and the effects that the Basic Training or Boot Camp have had on our lives.

Coming out just in time for Memorial Day, Father’s Day, and summer reading, this book will be a welcome addition to anyone’s reading list.

Grzyb Book Signing Author and Portsmouth resident Frank L. Grzyb will present his new book, “Rhode Island’s Civil War Hospital: Life and Death at Portsmouth Grove, 1862-1865” at Portsmouth Free Public Library on Tuesday, May 29 at 6:30 p.m.

During the Civil War, thousands of wounded Union soldiers and Confederate prisoners recuperated in an army hospital in Portsmouth. Grzyb’s book tells the little-known story of the hospital and the role that local citizens played in providing aid for injured soldiers during that era.

Following the author presentation, copies of the book will be available for purchase and signing.

The program is free and open to the public but seating is limited.

To be sure of a seat, sign up at the library in advance or call 683-9457.

“Rhode Island’s Civil War Hospital” is available for sale at Island Books, Middletown and at the Newport Historical Society.

NOSC at PawSox The Newport Officers’ Spouses’ Club will host a family event with the Pawtucket Red Sox at McCoy Stadium on Sunday, June 24. The all-you-can-eat-barbeque begins at 11:05 a.m. and first pitch is at 1:05 p.m. Kids can run the bases after the game. Tickets are $22 for NOSC members and immediate family, and $27 for non-member guests. For more information, visit www.NewportOSC.org.

NWC Ethics Conference Clinton Longenecker, a professor at the University of Toledo, speaks about “The Bathsheba Syndrome” and leadership challenges during the recent ethics conference at the U.S. Naval War College. The Bathsheba Syndrome is a term devised in the 1990s to describe the ethical failure of highly successful people. Longenecker explained that great success leads to different temptations that many people think they can control when in fact, they cannot.

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The race, featuring an unprecedented international fleet of 14 Class 40s competing in the first carbon neutral sailing event ever held in the United States, saw Bodacious Dream beat out #115 Mare (38:39:41), followed by #101 Campagne De France (38:44:22) and Rodger Martin-design #116 Icarus Racing (39:04:33), with #30 Initiatives (39:36:00) finishing fifth.

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“(Co-skipper) Matt (Scharl) called some great tactics once again,” said Bodacious Dream’s Rearick: I thought we were making a bee line for France and I kept asking when we were going to tack.”

Asked if they were surprised to be doing this well in their first race with their new boat, Rearick added, “We were hoping to be in the top five, so where we are right now is a real accomplishment. Matt told me a month ago, ‘Dave I’m going to leave you in first before I have to go to my sister’s wedding,’ so he knew.”

Racing is scheduled to wrap up over the weekend with an in-port series that is expected to determine the winner of the $30,000 purse. Racing is scheduled to begin at 1200, with the teams based out of the Newport Shipyard.

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day, May 19 from New York Harbor en route to Newport Shipyard with international competitors from the USA, France, Great Britain and Germany. After starting in a light northerly, the teams raced the entire way down the Jersey Shore in short course fleet racing mode. After the turning mark, the boats that were patient and waited for the breeze to shift further east gained on the boats that went north towards Block Island. As a result, those choosing to round Block Island to the east saw that decision pay off.

The last five miles to the finish were not without excitement as the tide was against the teams forcing them to tack their way to the finish with Bodacious Dream playing the shift perfectly en route to capturing the victory in the second leg.

After following up a Leg 6 victory with a podium post during the inport series in the Miami stopover of the Volvo Ocean Race, the boys aboard Puma Ocean Racing’s Mar Mostro set sail for Portugal earlier this week.

Riding the winds of the season’s first named tropical storm, Skipper Ken Read’s crew was fighting for position in what was shaping up to be a tactician’s race across the Atlantic.

As of Wednesday afternoon, the story of the leg was the performance of CAMPER with Emirates Team NZ, which had lost precious miles on Wednesday evening, giving up their southerly position to dodge an area of light wind as Telefónica closed to within two miles of Leg 7 frontrunners Groupama.

CAMPER’S move to the north had proved costly for the team, who just two days ago were lying in second, relegating them to sixth place, more than 80 miles behind the leaders at 1900 UTC. Winners of the previous two off-shore legs, the Newport-based crew of Puma was in fourth place, having lost two position spots to Telefonica and Abu Dhabi Racing.

“The scenario right now is that a couple of the guys are trying to get through the high pressure,” CAMPER helmsman Tony Rae said. Meanwhile, Puma’s media crew member Amory Ross says the race is shaping up to be a “horse race.”

“This leg must be hard to interpret from home,” Ross wrote in his Wednesday post from the boar.

“While it looks simple enough— we’re all taking a fairly direct route from Miami to Lisbon—little nuances in approach have us spread

Tony Mutter driving at sunrise, onboard PUMA Ocean Racing during leg 7 of the Volvo Ocean Race 2001-2 from Miami, USA to Lisbon, Portugal. (Armory Ross/PUMA Ocean Racing/Volvo Ocean Race. all over the ocean north to south and nobody seems to have much of a lead or a deficit; we’re very close in distance to finish.”

Here’s a bit more from Ross’ report: “It feels a little like a horse race… short in duration, high in intensity, and broken up into several major points of tactical decision-making that don’t play out until the final furlongs of the sprint to the finish: - There was the start, first out of the gate gets the clean track and open ocean: Abu Dhabi. Slowly but surely they lost their high lane leaving Miami and fell back into the rest of us.- There was turn 1, Tropical Storm Alberto: Groupama was the first to jibe and grab the inside lane heading east. They broke into a nice little lead while the rest of us got in line behind. - We’re now approaching turn 2, the setup point

for the backstretch--a long drag race to the northeast. The dilemma is: do you want the inside lane to the north, giving up easterly progress now for a conservative latitude and safer positioning on frontal systems moving off of America?

Or do you want the outside lane to the south—quicker progress to the east, but a low lane that risks a bad exit, altogether missing those fronts that are stronger to the north. We’re setup somewhere in the middle, trying (like everyone else) to find the balance between fast easting and slow northing, cautiously aware of North Atlantic weather and wind that traditionally strengthens the farther north you get. But really, this is just a setup for the next few days. We likely won’t see the full implications of a fanned-out fleet until the first front comes along and influences us all in different ways.”

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FROM THE GARDEN Spring’s Flowers Perfume the Air

By Cynthia Gibson Being in the garden in May is a true delight. This year, it is an extra special time, as the weather has been so remarkably warm. We have had a bit of rain lately that keeps newly transplanted trees and seedlings nice and moist.

The best part of being in the garden in May is the fragrance. There is an unmistakable aroma of freshly tilled soil or a mowed lawn, but the most delightful fragrance is Lily of the Valley, Lilacs, Azaleas, and Rhododenron. You can add Wisteria and early blooming Clematis to the list as well. Take time to smell these luscious fragrances. This will be the last week for Lily of the Valley and Lilac. We have to wait for another winter to pass before we have these aromas again.

Lily of the Valley is a great plant for shade gardens and gardens that have partial sun. However, they are invasive and can take over two to three feet of garden a year. If you

Clusters of Dainty Bells are Unforgettably Fragrant!. miniature Rhododendrons, which are not only lovely in your yard, but also are easy to grow.

Azaleas are currently in bloom as well. The “Delaware White” vari-

Cut lilacs make a fragrant bouquet. have the space, let it run rampant and enjoy an extra bunch in a vase.

Right now, Rhododendron and Azalea are in different stages of bloom. It is a good time to hop into the car and drive around to see the array of colors of these magnificent shrubs. You will see many of the ubiquitous purple-pink Rhododendrons, but be on the lookout also for bright red, yellow, white, and pink. On Aquidneck Island and Jamestown, “Rhodo’s” can grow to 15 feet in height. There are also

ety is a startling white, making it a standout in any garden. They have a delicious, delicate fragrance as well.

Lily of the Valley plants are usually sold in packs of seven to ten.

One variety of this plant has variegated yellow and green striped leaves. These are unusual and a great addition to the garden. After about seven to ten years, the stripes fade, and the leaves will all revert to green. Pink Lily of the Valley is another novelty. It has the

lovely fragrance of the white Lily of the Valley, but the flowers are much smaller, making them not a good choice for most gardens.

Like Lily of the Valley, lilacs are wonderfully old-fashioned. During the late 1700s to mid-1800s, many a kitchen door had a lilac tree planted near it to keep away evil spirits. Native to Bulgaria, the common lilac, syringa vulgaris, light lavender in color, is common in many a Rhode Island backyard. There are heirloom varieties from France, and a striped variety named Sensation.

Should you want a deep purple lilac, Agincourt is the lilac for you.

One of the loveliest white lilacs is named “alba,” which means white in Latin. It is almost too simple a name for a complex flower and its heavenly fragrance. Alba is a very rapid grower and can double in size each year.

Buy these lilacs in one-gallon pots or larger from your local nursery. Since lilacs can live well over 100 years, it is a great investment.

Remember to prune off the flowers and trim limbs after they flower. That way, your lilac will not get leggy.

Limonada is a bright yellow.

Sun Fire is a most unusual apricot, orange, yellow, and pink variety that is prettier than a Florida Keys sunset.

Double Dots is simply spectacular. It has double white blossoms with maroon dots.

A terrific easy-to-grow and hardy miniature Rhododendron is Blue Diamond, a lovely shade of periwinkle blue. Scarlet Wonder is as red as its name, and Patty Bee is the color of butter.

A note on onions: Reader Brian Russell wrote in response to my May 3 article on weeds in last week’s (May 17, 2012) issue of Newport This Week. He correctly pointed out that the Star of Bethlehem wild onion is not safe to eat.

I should have made it clear I was identifying the wild onion Allium vineale.

The easiest way to differentiate the two varieties is by their leaves.

The Star of Bethlehem inedible onion-like weed has a distinctive white stripe or line down the center of its green leaves. The edible wild spring onion Allium vineale has green hollow leaves and no white stripe.

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It’s been 30 years since a group of six dancers gathered in a small studio to collaborate and choreograph dances. Today Island Moving Company is flourishing with an educational program working with over 5,000 children around the country. Miki Olsen, the artistic director, has been nurturing and inspiring her company towards becoming a force here and across the country.

Last Saturday night, the Company returned to the Casino Theatre for “Handful of Pearls,” an evening of dances from the company’s repertoire. Patrons joined the board for cocktails at the Canfield House before the performance, and about 50 people returned for dinner afterwards. The summer season will open on July 13 with “The World is Your Oyster,” a celebration of the company’s 30th anniversary, with cocktails and dancing at the International Yacht Restoration School.

“A Sense of Place,” currently in post-production, will become a 90-minute film chronicling the artistic process of Island Moving Company’s site-specific dance and art festivals.

Ballard Park fundraiser Don’t miss the best fundraiser of the year on June 2 at Carol and Les Ballard’s house at 11 Berkeley Ave. With jazz and wine from Les’s own collection, this event raises money for Newport’s only nature preserve, a 13-acre parcel donated to

Teresa Ritter and daughter Amy (Photos by Laurie Warner)

the City of Newport in 1990. It’s a beautiful space, located on Wickham Road directly opposite Rogers High School. It has two 19th century quarries and a variety of native and introduced plant species.

Summer events kick off with a Yoga Mala fundraiser on June 16, featuring art-rock band Castle. Yoga will be held every Tuesday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. through the end of August.

Thank you, Carol Ballard, for protecting this precious parcel of wild and natural open space for future generations.

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The band “Decades by Dezyne” provided music for dancing, and a good time was had by all.

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Eight Bells Lecture “Seapower in the American Revolution.” Maritime historian Dr. Sam Willis discusses researching the role of seapower in the American Revolution, Naval War College Museum, 12 p.m., free and open to the public but advance reservations required, limited seating, 401-841-2101.

Free Garden Workshops Portsmouth Garden Club hosts free workshops at Island Garden, 54 Bristol Ferry Rd., Portsmouth, “Proper Pruning Techniques” at 2:30 p.m. and “Container Planting” at 3:30 p.m., refreshments, rain date May 25.

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VNS Benefit at O’Brien’s Annual fundraiser for Visiting Nurse Services at O’Brien’s Patio, 501 Thames St., 5:30-8 p.m., bagpipe salute by the AOH Pipe and Drum Band, $25, 401-682-2100 x 1688.

“If It’s Thursday, It Must Be Shakespeare” Informal group meets weekly to give interpretive readings of Shakespeare’s works. Redwood Library, 50 Bellevue Ave., 5 p.m., $2, 401-847-0292, www.RedwoodLibrary.org.

Business After Hours Join the Chamber of Commerce’s monthly after hours gathering at Buckley Heating & Cooling, 741 East Main Rd., Middletown, 5-7 p.m., members free/non-members $25, 401-847-1608 or Kathleen@ NewportChamber.com.

Big Read Newport Movie Screening of “Mr. North,” based on “Theophillus North,” by Thornton Wilder, Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 7 p.m., free.

Solve This Mystery Join the Marley Bridges Theatre Co. for their newest interactive mystery, “Murder They Wrote,” opening Thursday, May 31 at the Newport Art Museum. You will join Newport’s literary circle S.L.A.P. (the Society of Lethal Authors and Publishers) and mingle with the likes of Arthur Conan Doyle, Oscar Wilde and Amelie Rives Chanler for an evening of camaraderie and celebration. The festivities take an unusual turn when someone meets an untimely death and guests play ‘whodunit’ to solve the crime. The family-friendly show begins at 7 p.m. and tickets are available at www.NewportArtMuseum.org.

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Big Read Newport Book Discussion Discuss “Our Town,” “Theophillus North,” and “The Bridge of San Luis Rey,” by Thornton Wilder, Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 11 a.m.

Atlantic Cup Grand Prix Watch the fleet take off for the in-shore racing leg of the Atlantic Cup. The start/finish line for all the races will be just off Fort Adams, the best place for viewing the races, 12 p.m. start.

Belcourt Castle Ghost Tour Owner Harle Tinney shares her experiences with ghosts at Belcourt. 657 Bellevue Ave., 6 p.m.

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Redwood Book Group Meet to discuss John Updike’s “The Witches of Eastwick” and watch the film, New members welcome.

Redwood Library, 50 Bellevue Ave., 2:30 p.m., 401-847-0292, www.RedwoodLibrary.org.

May 25

Improv Comedy Join the Bit Players for lightningfast interactive comedy, Firehouse Theater, 4 Equality Park Place, 8 p.m., 401-849-3473, www.FirehouseTheater.org.

May 26

Newport Rotary Polo Charity Match Preseason benefit for Rotary charities, Glen Farm, East Main Rd., Portsmouth, 5 p.m., www.GlenFarm.com.

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Marriot–Paul Del Nero, Jazz, 7 p.m.

O’Brien’s Pub–DJ Curfew, 10 p.m.

IYRS Graduation and Launch Day The ‘uniquely Newport’ graduation at the International Yacht Restoration School will take place at 10 a.m., Saturday, June 2. Instead of picking up diplomas to document their hours of learning, students will launch and showcase the boats they spent the past year building and restoring. The ceremony begins in the Restoration Hall at 449 Thames St., but the crowd soon migrates to the IYRS docks to view the students’ work and witness the launching of the fleet. The public is welcome to this free event. For more information, visit www.iyrs.org.

One Pelham East–Special Event: Mini Kiss Rhino Bar–Reggae Night

Friday, May 25 Billy Goodes–Live music Canfield House–Betsy Listenfelt, 7:30 p.m.

Christie’s – DJ & Dancing, 10 p.m.

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

Newport Grand Cocktail Lounge– Island Storm Band, 9 p.m.

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Improv Comedy 8 p.m. See May 25 for details.

Wednesday

Doo Wop Revue The Corvettes Doo Wop Revue performing the music of the 1950s, Newport Grand, 150 Adm. Kalbfus Rd., 9 p.m., $10 advance, $12 day of show, www.NewportGrand.com.

Sunday May 27

Bird Walk Jay Manning leads free guided bird walks at the Norman Bird Sanctuary, 583 Third Beach Rd., Middletown, 8 a.m., no registration necessary, bring binoculars, 846-2577, www.NormanBirdSanctuary.org.

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Soil Testing Bring a soil sample from your garden to receive a basic analysis by URI Master Gardeners. Gardeners are also available to answer your gardening questions. Paradise Park, Middletown (Prospect and Paradise Ave.) 12-2 p.m., free.

Monday May 28

Memorial Day Belcourt Castle Candlelight Tour Experience Belcourt mansion and learn about its history with owner Harle Tinney, 657 Bellevue Ave., 6 p.m., 846-0669.

Tuesday May 29

Geezers at Empire Join acoustic folk musicians at Empire Tea & Coffee, 22 Broadway,

May 30

State of the State Luncheon Chamber of Commerce State of the State Economic Luncheon with keynote speaker Michael Lewis, RI DOT, Atlantic Beach Club, 12 p.m., $25 members, $35 non-members, reserve 401-847-1608 or kathleen@NewportChamber.com.

Prescott Farm Open House The past meets present at Prescott Farm. Enjoy 18th-century-style treats, period games, and windmill and garden tours. 2009 West Main Road, Middletown 4-6 p.m., free.

Chess Group Weekly gathering for chess players, Empire Tea & Coffee, 22 Broadway, 7:30 p.m., 401-619-1388.

Thursday May 31

One Pelham East–What Matters Rhino Bar– The Face Show Rhumbline–Lois Vaughan, 6:3010 p.m.

The Chanler–Dick Lupino, Dennis Cook, Yvonne Monnett, 6-10 p.m.

The Fifth Element–DJ Maddog, top 40 and dance.

Saturday, May 26 Canfield House–ZanRicky, 7:30 p.m.

Clarke Cooke House–Foreverly Brothers, 9:30 p.m.

Fifth Element–Ubiquitones, 10 p.m.

Greenvale Vineyard–Dick Lupino, Marcelle Gauvin, Kent Hewitt, 1-4 p.m.

Hyatt Five33–Dave Manuel, 4:40- 6:30 p.m.

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

Newport Grand Cocktail Lounge– Gary “Guitar” Gramolini and the Grinders, 9 p.m.

Newport Grand Event Center–The Corettes, Doo Wop Revue, 9 p.m.

O’Brien’s Pub­–DJ Curfew, 10 p.m.-12:45 a.m.

One Pelham East–Rugburn Rhumbline–Lois Vaughan, 6:30 p.m.

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Eight Bells Lecture-Annapolis The Eight Bells Lecture Series presents William P. Leeman, author of “The Long Road to Annapolis,” who will discuss how the country’s reluctance to establish a national naval academy gradually evolved into support for the idea. Naval War College Museum, 12 p.m., free and open to the public but advance reservations required, limited seating, 401-841-2101.

Sunday, May 27

“If It’s Thursday, It Must Be Shakespeare” 5 p.m. See May 24 for details.

One Pelham East–Keith Manville, 6-9 p.m.

See CALENDAR on page 18

Clarke Cooke House–Bobby Ferriera on piano, 11:30 a.m.

Fastnet Pub–Traditional Irish Music, 6-10 p.m.

Gas Lamp Grille–Acoustic Night with Matt Hartke Newport Blues Cafe–Darik & the Funbags, 9:30 p.m.

Newport Grand Cocktail Lounge– Island Storm Band, 9 p.m.

O’Brien’s Pub­–Steel Drum Session, 3-6 p.m.; Karaoke, 9:30 p.m.

The Fifth Element–Sunday Brunch with Toni Lynn Washington, 12-3:30 p.m.

Monday, May 28 Fastnet–”Blue Monday”, Dogie & the Cowpie Poachers

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DINNER & A MOVIE THE SAFARI ROOM

Sophisticated Sushi at Mizu

By Jonathan Clancy You don’t have to leave Aquidneck Island to enjoy fresh sushi in an authentic East Asian atmosphere. At Mizu Japanese Cuisine on East Main Road in Middletown, you’ll feel like you’re a million miles away.

The menu is full of enticing options, from traditional sushi and sashimi to Chef Special Rolls, including an Eel Cake.

Mizu’s version of tempura consists of lightly battered and fried cuts of broccoli, mushroom, pea, sweet potato, and taro. The soft, sweet, warm vegetables balance the crusty salty batter; a sip of hot sake goes down very easily with it.

The first sushi presentation is the Spicy Girl Roll ($10.95). The dish is a work of art. Bright and colorful, with several special sauces painted in the form of a flower on the plate, it’s so intricate that it’s almost a shame to pull at it with chopsticks.

A generous amount of salmon, spicy tuna, and spicy yellowtail are wrapped in white rice and topped with three types of crunchy fish eggs (red, green, black), which add tiny salty blasts to each bite.

A Sapporo Lager ($3.95) beer has a light body and clean crisp finish, leaving plenty of room for the sushi’s many nuances and textures.

The Spider Roll ($7.50) is a symphony of texture and taste. Warm sweet crab is encased in crunchy fried breading, crisp cucumber and soft buttery avocado.

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By Patricia Lacouture The poet T.S. Eliot wrote: “For us, there is only the trying. The rest is not our business.” The line comes from “East Coker,” one of Eliot’s more profound works in a body of work where the quest for perfect spirituality either lies beneath the surface or announces itself out loud.

“The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel,” a film loaded with both frivolity and profundity, utilizes a line of dialogue that mirrors Eliot perfectly: “The only real failure is the failure to try.”

This clever, witty and thoroughly enjoyable film embraces a number of themes, including following one’s dreams and living in the moment. A group of British retirees who have not been adapting gracefully to their circumstances, travel to India where they have been promised a paradise on Earth at the Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, where, in the grand style of an English manor house, they will be pampered and honored for being “elderly and beautiful.” Each guest presents different challenges and opportunities for the hotel’s owner/manager, Sunny Kapoor (Dev Patel of “Slumdog Millionaire” fame).

The retired folk had hoped for elegance and a piece of heaven, but they arrive at a building that once was glorious but has fallen into serious disrepair. Proving that he has been aptly named, Sunny tells his guests they shouldn’t feel disappointed in the hotel’s shabbiness.

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Rounding out a series of dramas and tweaking the romance factor, Sunny’s beloved Sunaina is played by the beautiful Yena Desae. Their love is put to the test when Sunny’s mother shows up and is none too

approving of the state of the hotel nor of Sunaina. Cupid’s arrow is not helped by the fact that Sunny’s one superstition is the fear of telling the woman he loves that he does, in fact, love her.

In the course of the movie, the characters make remarkable discoveries about India and about their lives; most importantly that one is never too old for second chances. Director John Madden (“Shakespeare in Love” and “The Doubt”) works a perfect juggling act with personalities that present, in many ways, a microcosm of the world. D e v Patel has managed to turn up the charm a few notches since “Slumdog Millionaire” with his wonderful portrait of Sunny. His introduction to his befuddled guests is: “Prepare to be amazed.”

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Student Art at Marble House Art work by public school students in the History on Site program, a partnership between the Preservation Society and the Newport Public Schools Art Department, Marble House, Bellevue Ave., 5:30-7 p.m., free, www.NewportMansions.org.

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Backyard Rain Gardens Kate Venturini on “Backyard Rain Gardens 101,” how to site, size, design and install a backyard rain garden, Portsmouth Free Public Library, 2658 East Main Rd., 6:30 p.m., free, 401-683-9457, www.

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New Murder Mystery Opens “Murder They Wrote” premieres at the Newport Art Museum, 76 Bellevue Ave., 7 p.m., www.NewportArtMuseum.org.

Improv Comedy 8 p.m. See May 25 for details.

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Koch Collection at IYRS Rarely seen artifacts on America’s Cup history from the private collection of William I. Koch on display, runs Tue-Sat through October, 449 Thames St., 12-5 p.m., 401-8485777.

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Senior Center Garden Party Fun evening at the Edward King Senior Center, 35 King St., 5-7 p.m., $12 members, $15 for non-members, reserve by May 25, 401-8467426.

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Museum Reception Newport Art Museum reception honoring summer exhibitions, “From Pennsylvania to Paradise:

GalaFundraisers At East Bay Community Action Program’s “We’re Rolling Out the Red (White and Blue) Carpet” on June 14 at Castle Hill Inn, their annual awards will be presented. For more information, contact Maggie Laurianno, at 847-7821 x 339.

On the evening of July 7, the waterfront campus of IYRS will be transformed for a landmark celebration, “Mastering the Craft: 15 Years of Excellence.” The gala crowns an entire weekend of festivity centered around IYRS. For more information, visit www.iyrs. org.

July 7 Newport Art Museum’s Centennial Gala, 848-8200

William Trost Richards, Harrison Morris and the Art Association of Newport,” “ReCollection/ReConnections II,” “Joan Backes: Home,” “Malcolm Grear: Making a Mark,” 76 Bellevue Ave., 5-7 p.m., www.NewportArtMuseum.org.

Saturday June 2

SVF Visitors Day Get a once-a-year peek into the inner workings of the Swiss Village Farm, free trolley service from Fort Adams, Fort Adams Dr., 9 a.m.-3 p.m., free, 401-848-7229, www.SVFFoundation.org.

Growers’ Market Opens Aquidneck Growers’ Market, local produce and products, 909 East Main Rd. (Newport Vineyards), Middletown, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., www.

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IYRS Graduation and Launch Day International Yacht Restoration School students launch and showcase their restored boats, public welcome, 449 Thames St., 10 a.m., www.iyrs.org.

18th Annual Leukemia Cup Regatta Sail for a Cure Race at 12 p.m., awards BBQ at 6 p.m., public invited. For boat registration or BBQ tickets (advance purchase required), visit www.leukemiacup. org/ri or call 401-943-8888.

Great Chowder Cook-Off Enjoy all-you-can-eat samples of various traditional and exotic chowders from across the country at this annual rite of spring, Newport Yachting Center, 12-6 p.m., www.NewportWaterfrontEvents. com.

Annual Garden Party St. Columba’s 21st Annual English

July 12 Newport Hospital’s “Under the Tuscan Sky,” 845-1619 July 13 Island Moving Co.’s 30th Anniversary Gala, 847-4470 July 14 Redwood Library & Athenaeum’s “A Revolutionary Soiree,” 847-0295, x 101 July 20 Black Ships Festival Gala, 847-7666 July 26 Newport Historical Society’s Newport Antiques Show, 8462669 July 28 Newport Music Festival’s “Debussy Summer,” 846-1133 July 28 Aquidneck Land Trust’s “Fiesta Verde,” 849-2799

Garden Party, 55 Vaucluse Ave., Middletown, 1-5 p.m., (rain or shine), Devonshire cream tea, barbershop quartet, flowers, plants, baked goods, silent auction to benefit local charities, children’s tea event, advance tea tickets at church office, Mon-Fri 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., www.StColumbasChapel.org.

Israel Presentation Michael S. Mendell presents “Israel: Through the Eyes of Three Generations,” Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St., 2 p.m.

Polo Season Begins Team USA takes on Ghana, Glen Farm, East Main Rd., Portsmouth, 5 p.m., www.GlenFarm.com.

Friends of Ballard Park Annual Fundraiser Join Carol & Les Ballard at Holly House for cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, music, 11 Berkeley Ave., 6-8 p.m., www.BallardPark.org.

Improv Comedy 8 p.m. See May 25 for details.

Comedy Headliners Join funny guys Nick Griffin and Tony Deyo at Newport Grand, 150 Adm. Kalbfus Rd., 9 p.m., $15, www.NewportGrand.com.

Sunday June 3

Heart & Sole Walk Walk Glen Park with your pet to benefit the Potter League. Glen Park, East Main Rd., Portsmouth, check-in 10 a.m., walk at noon, lunch children’s activities, dog agility events, register online www.

PotterLeague.org, 401-846-0592.

A LOOK AHEAD June 22-24 Newport Flower Show, www.newportmansions.org June 23 – July 1 America’s Cup World Series, www.americascup.com July 6-9 Tall Ships Challenge, www.oceanstatetallship.com July 9-15 Campbell’s Hall of Fame Tennis Championships, www.tennisfame.co, July 19-22 Newport Black Ships Festival,www.newportevents.com July 28 & 29 Newport Folk Festival, www.newportfolkfest.net Aug. 3-5 Newport Jazz Festival, www.newportjazzfest.net

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NATURE Osprey Chicks Meet the World

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At this time of year, adult osprey are often in flight taking fish to their hatchlings. (Photos by Jack Kelly) a miscue while learning to fly. The parents certainly have their work cut out for them.

Mating season for Great Egrets and Snowy Egrets is still underway.

Recently a male Snowy Egret was observed attempting to entice a female with his mating plumes and head crest. Unfortunately for him, she turned him down and flew away. Not to be deterred, the male turned his attention to another female. She too wanted no part of this Lothario and flew away. At last sight, he had returned to feeding on small fish in the waters nearby and appeared no worse for the rejections he had received. Three local Red-tailed Hawk pairs are also expecting progeny in the upcoming weeks. These raptor pairs are located in Brenton Cove, Lily Pond, and lower Bellevue Avenue areas, and are patiently incubating the next generation of their species.

The Common Terns that arrived at their rookery rock in Gooseneck Cove 10 days ago appear to be building nesting areas on the rock. This species is highly territorial and will relentlessly attack and dive at any perceived threat to their nests or their young. These swift and agile birds put on quite a display as they dive for fish in the cove or skim the surface of the water in search of prey.

As the summer progresses more treasures of the natural world will be on display and waiting to be discovered. This is a wonderful time to begin a journey into nature with family members or friends.

Jack Kelly, a native Newporter, is a wildlife photographer and nature enthusiast who enjoys sharing his experiences with others.

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By Jack Kelly In the past week the Osprey pair nesting at Toppa Field/Freebody Park has seen at least one or more of their eggs hatch. The adult birds have been observed carrying fish to the nest. This behavior is indicative of the presence of hatchlings in the nest. From this point on the adults will take turns securing the nest against gulls, crows and other aerial predators. This may explain why nestling Osprey have camouflaging coats of mottled down as it makes it difficult for predators to see them from above.

During the growth period of hatchling to fledgling, the young Ospreys will require a great deal of food. The adult birds will feed them often with fish from neighboring waters. The Osprey is the only bird of prey that eats live fish exclusively.

In less than two months, the hatchlings will grow from small handfuls of down into an a 2-footlong birds with wingspans of just over 4 feet. By late July or early August the young Osprey will have reached fledgling stage and will be taking their first flights and learning how to fish under the watchful eyes of their parents. This can be a dangerous time for young raptors. Mature Ospreys can become completely submerged when diving for fish and still be able to capture their prey and fly away with it.

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SPORTS

Patriots slip past Islanders, 6-4, in error-filled game It was an “extra” blue Monday on May 21 for the Middletown Islanders, who “dropped” a 6-4 decision in eight innings to the Portsmouth Patriots at Gaudet Field. Both teams played sloppy baseball (the Patriots committed five errors and the Islanders seven) and Middletown could muster only four hits against Portsmouth senior pitcher Alex Greer, who went the distance for his second victory of the season. Yet, despite the soft hitting and the lapses in the field, the Islanders still had a chance to win it, having loaded the bases in the bottom of the seventh when the game was tied at four, but they couldn’t get the winning run home. The Patriots scored two in the extra inning, then stuck with their starter Greer to close out the Islanders in the bottom of the eighth. With the win, Portsmouth tied Middletown for third place Division I-South. Both teams have 9-8 records.

– Kirby Varacalli

Islander catcher Kevin Nash (right) shows his mitt, with ball inside, to the umpire after tagging out a Patriot runner at home in the fourth.

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Golfing for a Cause Wishes will come true for dozens of local children who are suffering from life-threatening diseases thanks to the 6th annual Barry Automotive Charity Golf Classic. The fundraiser for A Wish Come True was held Saturday, May 19 at the Green Valley Country Club in Portsmouth.

A Wish Come True, Inc. (www.awish.org) is a local nonprofit organization founded in 1982 to grant the wishes of children 3 through 18 who have a life-threatening illness and live in Rhode Island and nearby areas of Southeastern Massachusetts.

JYC Spring Race Results The Jamestown Yacht Club’s Spring Series Race held the third race of their spring series on Tuesday, May 22. The following are the results for the race: A Class: 1. White Witch, King 40, Terence Glackin; 2. Picante, J/109, R Salk/J Sahagian; 3. Aurora, Tartan 41, Andrew & Julie Kallfelz; 4.

Gromit, J/80, Tami & Andy Burton; 5. Phantom, J/80, Victor Bell; 6. The Cat Came Back, Swan 42 Mod, Linc Mossop; 7. Macx, C28, Bill MacGowan; 8.5. Epiphany, S2 9.1, Jeff Roy; 8.5. Hidalgo, Mod Express 37, Rich Moody; 10. Lynx, J/29, Dennis Nixon; 11. Spirit, J/92S, EC Helme; 12. Floating Point, CTM Frers 40, Pat Clayton; 13. Rhapsody, J/30, Bill Kneller.

B Class: 1. Blues eRacer, J/22, Louis Mariorenzi; 2. Luna, Albin Nova, C Brown & S Hakki; 3. Conundrum, J/22, William & Alice Porter; 4. Time Bandit, Metal Mast 30, Robert Fadden; 5. Bearly Muven, J/24, Michael Nahmias; 6. Fast Lane, J/24, Harry & Ann Lane; 7. Five, MX-20, Henrik Dunlaevy.

C Class: 1.5. Duck Soup, C&C 37/40 XL, Bill Clavin; 1.5. Four Suns, Swan 41, Charles Beal; 3. Chairman Arafat, P Electra, Rob Bestoso; 4.

Summer Wind, Scampi 30 II, T. Alyn & KJ Delamer; 5. Second Wind, Seidelmann 30T, Stephen Parfet.

Ida Lewis Distance Race 2012 The Ida Lewis Distance Race will be swarming with fresh talent this summer as it welcomes back the Youth Challenge, for sailors between the ages of 14 – 20. In its eighth edition, the race will start on Friday, Aug. 17 off Fort Adams and send competitors on a choice of four coastal race courses (with distances of 104 to 177 nautical miles) that cover some of the most storied and beautiful sailing grounds in the world. With turning marks at Castle Hill, Brenton Reef, Block Island, Montauk Point, Martha’s Vineyard and Buzzards Tower, the race ends with a signature finish inside Newport Harbor off the historic Ida Lewis Yacht Club.

To qualify for the Youth Challenge, more than 40 percent of the crew must have reached their 14th birthday but not turn 20 prior to Aug. 17. Teams may have junior crew members outside of those parameters; however, they will not count towards the youth component. Teams must be registered under the flag of a US SAILING yacht club or community sailing program. All youth sailors will

be required to attend a brief informational meeting the evening before the race (participants of all ages welcome) and will be strongly encouraged to attend the Storm Trysail Junior Safety at Sea Seminar, which will be held on Thursday, Aug. 2.

For more information, visit www. idalewisdistancerace.org or contact Race Chairman Dirk Johnson, RaceChairman@ildistancerace.org, 965-9189.

2012 Heart and Sole Walk for the Animals The Potter League for Animals is holding its 23nd annual Heart & Sole Walk for the Animals on Sunday, June 3, at Glen Park in Portsmouth. The walk raises funds to care for homeless pets in need throughout the year. Participants

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are encouraged to collect pledges and earn great prizes at the same time. Those who raise $125 will receive a limited-edition Walk Tee Shirt & Eco-friendly water bottle.

All proceeds from the event will directly benefit the shelter animals.

People can participate with or without their dogs, walk in honor or memory of their cats or other favorite pet, or form a “pack” with friends or family members.” Employees of businesses, and students from local schools are encouraged to join together to participate.

This year the Walk will feature a first-ever Cat Lovers Unite Walk Team – the Pussy Footers.

Check-in starts at 10 a.m. and the walk begins at noon. For more information and to register online, visit www.PotterLeague.org.

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CHURCH NOTES St. Paul’s Potluck St Paul’s United Methodist Church will host its Fourth Friday Potluck Supper at the parsonage, 49 Ayrault St., on Friday, May 25 at 6 p.m. This fun evening of fellowship and food is open to the public. All are asked to bring a dish to share.

Bell Back in Service After six months of silence the bell at St Paul’s Methodist is once again calling the faithful to worship. The bell, which had welcomed all to services for 200 years, had been quiet during the repair of the oft-photographed steeple – the first on a Methodist church in the world. The steeple had deteriorated to the point that there were concerns that it might not survive another hurricane. Thanks to the generosity of the McBean Charitable Trust, the steeple and bell are once again in fine form.

St. Columba’s Garden Party Get out your fancy hats and put on your summer smiles, St. Columba’s 21st Annual English Garden Party is just around the corner. The party will be held Saturday, June 2 on the parish grounds at 55 Vaucluse Ave., Middletown, 1-5 p.m.

The festivities include the signature Devonshire Cream Tea, barbershop quartet performances, children’s tea event, flower and plant sale, baked goods, and a silent auction to benefit local charities. Admission to the party is free but tea tickets are $10 adults/$5 children and should be purchased in advance.

Tickets are available at the church office, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. For more information, visit www.StColumbasChapel.org.

Youth2Youth Coffee House Youth2Youth will host a cof-

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

Tuesday, May 29

Thursday, May 24

7:30 a.m. –MLK Center 5 p.m –United Baptist 30 Spring St.

7:30 a.m. –MLK Center

Friday, May 25

Saturday, May 26

fee house at St. Paul’s Methodist Church on Friday, May 25. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the evening will feature a concert by students from The Met School. A donation of $5 is requested. All are welcome.

McKinney Shelter Area churches have been notified of an urgent need for towels, twin sheets and blankets at the McKinney Shelter. To donate, contact Ken Robinson, McKinney Program Director at 401-846-6385.

Trinity Open for Tours Historic Trinity Church is open Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to noon for guided tours.

Channing Church Tours Channing Memorial Church offers public guided tours on Sundays, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. through Nov. 18.

Discussions at CBC Jamestown’s Central Baptist Church, 99 Narragansett Ave., will host the evening book group on Thursday, May 24 at 7 p.m. to dis-

cuss the legacy of St. Francis of Assisi and “Chasing Francis,” by Ian Morgan Cron. For more information, call 401-423-1651 or visit www.cbc.jamestown@cox.net Founder’s Day Emmanuel Church will celebrate Founder’s Day on Sunday, June 10 during and after the 10 a.m. service. The choirs will be recognized, as will the Sunday school teachers, for their dedication. This will be the last day of Sunday school and children’s chapel for the summer season. A festive coffee hour and an Ice Cream Social will follow the service.

Warm Up Wednesdays All are welcome at Warm Up Wednesdays each week at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 12 Marlborough St. from 1 to 4 p.m. Stop by for friendship, games, reading and refreshments.

Wednesday, May 30

Thursday, May 31

7:30 a.m. –MLK Center Kicking off Emmanuel Church’s Capital Campaign Fund were Andy Christensen, Junior Warden; Ralph Gillespie, foreman from Crocker Architectural Sheet Metal; Anita Schell-Lambert, Rector; and Lil Hargrove, Senior Warden. (Photo by Kari Lukovics)

7:30 a.m. –MLK Center 5 p.m. –United Baptist (with Touro Synagogue) 30 Spring St.

4:30 p.m. –Community Baptist Church 50 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd.

Sunday, May 27

7:30 a.m. –MLK Center 5 p.m. –St. Paul’s Methodist Church (with St. Augustin’s) 12 Marlborough St.

Friday, June 1

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

4 p.m. –Salvation Army 51 Memorial Blvd.

Monday, May 28

7:30 a.m. –MLK Center 11:30 a.m. –St. Joseph’s R.C. Church, Broadway & Mann St. 5 p.m.–Trinity Church, Queen Anne Square

Saturday, June 2

8:30 a.m. –Emmanuel Church, Dearborn & Spring St..

4:30 p.m.–Community Baptist Church, 50 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Blvd.

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RECENT DEATHS

F. Paul Barker, 72, of Chelmsford, Mass. and Newport, passed away May 17, 2012, at Palm Manor Nursing Home in Chelmsford.

Donations in his memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 931 Jefferson Blvd. Suite 3004, Warwick, RI, 02886.

Peter J. Calcagno, 62, of Middletown, passed away at home May 17, 2012. Donations in his memory may be made to Child and Family Services, 31 John Clarke Rd, Middletown, RI 02842.

Beulah D. (Babbitt) Chase, 90, of Newport, passed away May 17, 2012 at Heatherwood Nursing, Newport. She was the wife of the late William Henry Chase.

Donations in her memory may be made to Hospice at Visiting Nurse Service of Newport and Bristol Counties, 1184 East Main Rd., Portsmouth, RI 02871.

George D. “Dave” Crockett, 80, of Portsmouth, passed away May 18, 2012 at St. Clare Home, Newport. He was the husband of Susan G. (Gordner) Crockett.

Donations in his memory may be made to St. Clare Home, 309 Spring St., Newport, RI 02840.

Maureen (Sweeney) Gariepy, passed away May 15, 2012 at home in Newport. She was the wife of the late Paul Emile Gariepy. Donations in her memory may be made to the Friends of the Waterfront, The Newport Art Museum, and the Redwood Library or Meals on Wheels.

John R. Horan, III, 34, of Middletown, passed away May 17, 2012.

He was the partner of Monica Botelho of Middletown. Donations in his memory may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 222 Richmond St., Suite 204, Providence, RI 02906.

Mary Loretta Keough, 98, of Newport, passed away May 20, 2012. She was the wife of the late Francis S. Keough. Donations in her memory may be made to Visiting Nurse Services of Newport & Bristol CountiesHospice, 1184 East Main Road, Portsmouth, RI 02871 or to the Edward King Senior Center, 35 King St, Newport, RI 02840.

Rita T. Mosher, 86, of Newport, passed away May 18, 2012 at Heatherwood Nursing Center.

She was the wife of the late Earl Mosher. Donations in her memory may be made to Odyssey Health Care, 2374 Post Rd., Suite 206, Warwick, RI 02886.

Alberta (Fickett) O’Meara, 78, Middletown, passed away May 16, 2012. Donations in her memory may be made to the Forest Farm Assisted Living Activities Fund, 191 Forest Ave., Middletown, RI 02842.

Mary Alice Pinheiro, 67, of Middletown, passed away May 17, 2012 at Village House Nursing Home, Newport. Donations in her memory may be made to the Robert Potter League for Animals, PO Box 412, Newport, RI 02840.

Patricia (Tremblay) Turner, 74, of Portsmouth, passed away May 16, 2012 at Newport Hospital, Newport. She was the wife of Richard Turner. Donations in her memory may be made to the Robert Potter League for Animals, PO Box 412, Newport, RI 02840.

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to receive a 10 4. Sphere 5. Crimean seaport 6. Host 7. “Soon!”

8. Some Bronx transports 9. Medea, to Perses 10. “99 Luftballons” pop group 11. “Soon!”

12. Draw in 13. Ushered to a seat 15. Closeness 20. Rather: Suffix 23. French author/statesman

de Tocqueville 25. Iams competitor 28. Hopkins role 29. Going back 31. Rock-’n’-roll syllable 33. Blowup: Abbr.

35. Gave expansively 36. Topnotch 37. Expected to move, so to speak 40. Walks with attitude 41. The Celts’ Beal, e.g.

42. Cosmopolitan 43. Hell 45. Handmade syst.?

48. Boom holder 49. Sushi bar beer choice 51. Large-scale 53. Pituitary hormone 56. Bulk purch.

58. It may be deadly

Puzzle answer on page 19

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5

1 Gallon Liquid Shock 1 Lb Powdered Shock

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Ladies & Men’s Sunglasses Villager & Axcess Compare $28

100 ft. Rubber Vinyl

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Swimline Water Sports Manta Ray Dual Squirter Battle Set

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65 Pint Electronic Digital Dehumidifier

12,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner

with Remote Control Compare $449

40 Razor Skateboards

Princess or Toy Story Float Suits or Swim Sets

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Party Pavillion 20’ x 30’

Youth Snorkel Set Ocean Pacific

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Sierra II 10’x10’

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Regency 10’x12’

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Everblooming Rose Bushes

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40 or 60 Can Cooler Compare $40-$50

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Spices & Extracts

24ct 10 inch 45ct 8 1/2 inch

Over 60 varieties

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Mens Swimsuits •Great styling!

•Quick drying microfiber •Regular & Big

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WE RARELY LIMIT QUANTITIES

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Puppy Pads

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HOLDS

440 lbs!

• Includes high velocity pump & oars • Built-in fishing rod holders • Gear pouch

$ 36"x24"x27"

8.6’ Sit In Kayak OR 8.6’ Sit On Top Kayak

Seahawk 200 Boat Set

50 Count 24”x24” Puppy Pads

$

Mens, ladies or girls - Asst styles & sizes

Compare $18-$13

Your Choice

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Wonder Wheeler® Plus™

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Pet Crates

24"x18"x21"

Hawaiian Tropic® Flip Flops

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Bath Sheet........ 7 $ Bath Towel ....... 5 39 Hand Towel ....1 Wash Cloths & ¢ Fingertips .......75 $

Restoratives Shampoo or Conditioner 8.5 oz

Quality footwear - all with anti slip technology Styles for men, women, kids.

Classic styling-updated to provide both slip resistance & durability.

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Mach3 Turbo

2’x6’...Compare $14....... 7 $ 4’x6’...Compare $25.... 13 6’x9’...Compare $60... $30

Walnuts 16 oz …...............5.99 Pistachios 16 oz …...........4.99 Pecans 8 oz ...................... 3.99

Zero Gravity MultiPosition Recliner

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9’ Tilting Aluminum Market Umbrella

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30”x 60” Beach Towel

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Remote control.

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Aveeno

40 Count 27.5”x35” Kennel Quality Jumbo

20

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6’ Rapala Fishing Rod Combo

• 6’ Spincast medium combo 2pc • Pre-spooled spin reel • 6-14lb line Compare $30

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• 12’ Saltwater medium action fishing rod • Pre-spooled spin reel • 20lb line Compare $90

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High Back EZ In EZ Out Chair 4 position

Solid Color & Printed - Mix & Match

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8’ Surf Fishing Rod Combo

All Terrain Cart

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Plates & Platters

8” to 14” Round................65¢-$1.99 16” to 18” Oval Platter......$1.99-$2.49

Bowls

• 8’ Medium action fishing rod • Pre-spooled spin reel • 18lb line Compare $40

7” to 12” ...........................60¢-$1.99

Serving Trays & Chips & Dips

Assorted Sizes..................$1.50-$3.49

GIFT CARDS AVAILABLE IN ALL STORES

SALE DATES: THURSDAY, MAY 24 THRU WEDNESDAY, MAY 30, 2012 STORE HOURS: Thursday-Saturday 8am-10pm; Sunday 9am-8pm; Monday-Wednesday 8am-9pm

We now accept Cash Benefit EBT Cards

Visit www.oceanstatejoblot.com for store locations & hours & sign up to receive an advanced copy of our weekly ad.

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3 STANCHION ST., JAMESTOWN Renovated shingle style cottage, barn & pool set among ivy covered trees & stunning gardens. Open interior w chef's kitchen, top appliances, appealing angles and designer charm. Rooftop office w deck overlooks pool, pergola & inviting outdoor spaces.

Short walk to Sunset Beach. $739,000

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Thursday, June 7th, 10:00am Washington Trust, 7625 Post Road, North Kingstown Tuesday, June 12th, 10:00am Washington Trust, 4137 Old Post Road, Charlestown Thursday, June 14th, 10:00am Washington Trust, 20 Point Judith Road, Narragansett Call Brenda Archambault, NMLS #762376, Reverse Mortgage Specialist, at 401-348-1220 to make a reservation.

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33 WILLIAM ST., NEWPORT Take the elevator up to the top floor of this handsome Gambrel and enjoy sweeping Harbor views over Newport's scenic skyline.

Double lot,fenced garden, patio, 4 parking spaces and 2-car garage. Fab downtown location, new roof, new exterior paint. $1,100,000

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Real Estate Transactions: April 20 – April 27

Thursday, May 31st, 10:00am Washington Trust, 236 Centerville Road, Warwick Tuesday, June 5th, 10:00am Washington Trust, 645 Reservoir Avenue, Cranston

29 INDIAN AVE., MIDDLETOWN The last great piece of waterfront available on Indian Ave. 6.5 acres with over 500 ft of water frontage. Can be divided into 2 lots.

Stunning easterly views of Little Compton, southeasterly views of Atlantic Ocean, Sakonnet Light and Sachuest Point. $3,995,000

Address

Seller

Buyer

Price

Newport 264 Gibbs Ave. Daniel & Carol Eardley 111 Harrison Ave. Peter Rotelli Unit D6 Bonniecrest Condo 198 Gibbs Ave. Robert & Barbara Hughes 12 – 18 Broadway CF Partners 16 Findlay Pl. Paul Dassau 42 Gould St. Kathryn Russ

Keith & Kathleen Longson $1,270,000 David Wendell & Patricia Bowler $1,000,000 Susan Petree Deborah Cinotti Pamela Gerlich Patricia Burke

$620,000 $550,000 $267,500 $240,000

Gerald Burbank Andrew Toland Jeffrey Grinnell Joel & Susan Kosegarten

$290,000 $884,000 $179,000 $215,000

19 Hillcrest Rd. Alan & Shirley Peterson

Portsmouth United Methodist Church

$350,000

196 Sakonnet Dr.

Michael & Sandra Dolan

Michael Barrett & Kathleen Cook $295,000

43C Glen Meade Dr.

Natalie Brown

Karen Buonvino

Middletown 128 Honeyman Ave. 457 Tuckerman Ave. 17 Vanicek Ave. 1 Orville Dr.

Ronald & Ethel Sams Benjamin Toland Margaret & Wayne Farnham Helen Femino

Portsmouth

$160,500

Jamestown No transactions this week.

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