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U.S. Rep. Magaziner votes to make it easier for illegal aliens to vote in federal elections

U.S. Rep. Seth Magaziner (D-RI) voted against the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, known as the SAVE Act, which would require individuals to provide proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote in federal elections and bar illegal aliens from voting.

By South County Times | Jul 22, 2024

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The state of taxpayer-funded farm subsidies in cities associated with Newport County in 2021

Farms throughout cities in Newport County received $297,958 less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

By South County Times | Feb 28, 2024

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Washington County rise or fall in 2021?

By South County Times | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Washington County received $187,037 less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Newport County farmers in 2021 reached $601,066

By South County Times | Feb 23, 2024

Farms in Newport County received $601,066 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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How much did farmers in Washington County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By South County Times | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Washington County received $181,309 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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NOTICE: 2022 Consumer Confidence Report Available

By South County Times Report | Jun 25, 2023

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Safe Drinking Water Act requires water systems to provide this annual report to all its consumers. The requirements for report content, format, and distribution were established by the EPA in the Consumer Confidence Rule, published in the Federal Register on August 19, 1998. The report includes information on the City’s sources of water, quality of the water, and the water distribution system.

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Newport City Council Adopts FY24 Budget

By South County Times Report | Jun 16, 2023

Newport City Councilors adopted a FY2024 Budget on Wednesday, June 14th. The roughly a $110 million spending plan, which goes into effect at the start of the City’s fiscal year on July 1st, includes a number of changes to both revenue and expenditures.

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Duffy Named Newport's New Police Chief

By South County Times Report | Jun 6, 2023

Acting Police Chief Ryan Duffy, a 23-year veteran of the Newport Police Department, has been named the City’s next Police Chief.

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Community Asked to help Light up the Harbor this July 4th

By South County Times Report | May 27, 2023

The City of Newport is gearing up for its annual Fourth of July fireworks celebration and is once again turning to the community to help light up Newport Harbor.

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Newport Launching Park Ranger Program

By South County Times Report | May 26, 2023

There’s a new ranger in town. The City of Newport is set to launch a new seasonal Park Ranger program this summer to provide visitors to the City’s network of public parks a helping hand and to be on the look out for potential hazards and quality of life issues.

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Newport’s New Parking Rates, Rules Set to Begin July 1st

By South County Times Report | May 17, 2023

In addition to allowing for two free hours at metered spots every day, the new parking program will also afford residents three free hours of parking per day at the City’s Mary Street Lot, which is located off Thames Street adjacent to Queen Anne Square.

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Newport City Manager to Leave Service

By South County Times Report | May 17, 2023

After 37 years with the City, longtime Newport City Manager Joseph J. Nicholson, Jr. is set to step down from public service this fall.

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Newport Water Division Warns of Potential Scam

By South County Times Report | May 15, 2023

The Newport Water Division is warning of a potential scam involving requests to set up a fictitious water meter appointment.

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South Kingstown Town - RI: Elderly Homeowner Tax Credit Program Now Available

By South County Times Report | Apr 2, 2023

Applications for tax exemption on real property for persons 65 years of age and older are now being accepted for tax year 2023.

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Portsmouth: Portsmouth DPW Hosts Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day on April 29, 2023

By South County Times Report | Apr 2, 2023

The Portsmouth Department of Public Works will hold its biannual meeting on Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day on Saturday, April 29, 2023, at the Public Works facility at 680 Peverly Hill Road.

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Portsmouth: City of Portsmouth Announces Market Street & Commercial Alley Utility Code Compliance Work in April and May

By South County Times Report | Apr 2, 2023

Starting April 10, 2023 (weather-permitting) Market Street between Bow and Daniel Streets will be closed daily during the work week to through-traffic for approximately five weeks so that utility companies and the Department of Public Works can complete several projects.

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Virtual City Service Meeting on March 29

By South County Times Reports | Mar 27, 2023

Providence Virtual City Service Meeting Agenda

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Tai Chi – Beginner Level on March 29

By South County Times Reports | Mar 27, 2023

Tai Chi – Beginner Level on March 29

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Open Paint + Amateur Photography Day at RWPBC on March 31

By South County Times Reports | Mar 27, 2023

Come mingle with like-minded artists and nature lovers!

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Richmond Planning Board on March 28

By South County Times Reports | Mar 27, 2023

Richmond Planning Board on March 28