Week in Review: Elections, Patriots, and More
Here's what happened in Middletown the week ending Nov. 6, 2010.
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Missed some news this week and looking to catch up? Here's what happened in Middletown the week of Oct. 31-Nov.6, 2010.
Arts:
Saturday, November 6, 2010
'Rosencrantz & Guildenstern are Dead' in Newport
Salve Regina University students perform a twist on 'Hamlet' at Casino Theatre.
Newport Restaurant Week: Fine Dining on a Budget
Newport Restaurant Week coordinates dozens of local restaurants to offer dining specials showcasing their cuisine. Special events offer a complete look at the entire spectrum of dining opportunities in Newport.
ARTS|Cara Kenefick
Oct. 31, 2010
VIDEO: Haunting Tales From Aquidneck Island
Lifelong Middletown resident, author and paranormal historian Christopher Rondina traces several murderous legends of Aquidneck Island and the spectral evidence interwoven over centuries by either a wicked curse or grisly family coincidences.
ARTS|Angela Lemire and Brian Bell
Business
Saturday, November 6, 2010
Renovated Luxury Inn Hosts Events to Locals and Out-of-Towners Alike
Villa One Twenty has been renovated into a luxury inn and function space for groups ranging from small dinner parties to weddings and offers a full schedule of social events.
BUSINESS|Sarah Fernandez
Government
VIDEO: Middletown Election Night Results
As voting results rolled in, Middletown Patch cameras were rolling!
ELECTIONS|Angela Lemire
Absentee Ballots Solidify Viveiros' Seat on Council
Absentee and provisional ballots counted Wednesday gave Republican candidate Antone Viveiros another 117 votes, making him the sixth overall finisher for the seven at-large seats. Incumbent Richard Cambra retained his council hold in seventh place.
ELECTIONS|Angela Lemire
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
Reilly Pulls the Upset, Defeats Amy Rice; Other Local Reps Re-Elected
Election results are in for Middletown General Assembly Districts 72, 73, and 74 and for Senate District 12 (uncontested). Results are displayed with 100-percent of precincts reporting from each district's represented communities.
ELECTIONS|Angela Lemire and Cara Kenefick
Bruce Long Returns to Public Office; Four Council Incumbents Re-Elected
Voters picked a mixed bag of incumbents, newcomers and independents for seven at-large council seats. At his sixth run for council, Antone Viveiros narrowly placed seventh by 15 votes over Incumbent Frank Bozyan, with absentee ballots to be counted.
ELECTIONS|Angela Lemire and Cara Kenefick
School Committee Members Re-Elected
Below are voting returns for the three non-partisan School Committee members who ran uncontested in this year's Election.
ELECTIONS|Angela Lemire
Middletown Voters Approve $2 Million Roads Bond
Voters were asked to approve a $2 million bond to finance the reconstruction of roads, sidewalks, and drains on seven residential roads with some of the oldest infrastructure in town.
ELECTIONS|Angela Lemire
Voters Turn Out Strong for Local Elections
Several precincts were showing a steady flow of voters turning out today and local candidates were out in full force to greet them outside the polling sites.
ELECTIONS|Angela Lemire
Opinion
Saturday, November 6, 2010
Black Cat Marge is a Creature of Comfort
Marge, a three-year-old stray cat who came into the Potter League with an injured tail, is ready to move into a comfortable home.
OPINION|Sarah Fernandez
Thursday, November 4, 2010
Letter: Wind Turbines: Where Does Middletown Go From Here?
Letter to the Editor, by Middletown resident Richard Price.
Taming Cabbage for Hearty, Flavorful Meals
Jessica turns around her former food aversion by finding several ways to tame the behemoth cabbage and make its absorbent properties work for robust, flavorful meals.
OPINION|Jessica Walsh
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
It's The Great Pumpkin, Mrs. Geer
Carm lets go and lets ghoul.
OPINION|Carmela Geer
Monday, November 1, 2010
About Town
Curl up by the fire at Sweet Berry Farm, grab a free coffee at Custom House, save on spring bulbs and more.
BUSINESS|Sarah Fernandez
Police & Fire
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School News & Sports
Friday, November 5, 2010
MHS Freshmen Beat Rogers 56-0, Prep for NE Pats
In a hard fought game, Rogers came on strong, but the Islanders proved to be too much in the end and won 56-0. MHS Coach CJ Russ took a few minutes after the game to talk about the win, and the mixed emotions of not making this years playoffs.
SPORTS|Kal Thompson
Thursday, November 4, 2010
Kick-Off at 6 p.m.: MHS Freshman vs. New England Patriots Alumni
Middletown High's Freshman Football Coach, CJ Russ, shares his thoughts on the upcoming event, football in general, and how drive and will can't be taught.
SPORTS|Kal Thompson
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