Last night the Town Council unanimously passed an Emergency Ordinance that has set guidelines for travelers coming to the island from the mainland, discourages non-residents from coming to Block island, limits the number of people that can gather together, essentially shuts down Town Hall except for a minimal amount of personnel, and cancels all but […]
The Block Island Grocery shared with the Times the following updates: At the request of the Town Council, we have been asked to provide a time for our customers over the age of 60 to shop when the store is less crowded. Starting Wednesday, March 18, we will open our doors from 8-9 a.m. for
The following was issued by Island Free Library Director Kristin Baumann: The Island Free Library will be closed Tuesday, March 17 through Sunday, March 22. On Monday, March 23 we will be closed per our normal schedule and we will examine next steps. We will update on our social sites — website, Instagram and Facebook — next
Two important messages were issued by First Warden Ken Lacoste and the Block Island Medical Center on Sunday, March 15. From First Warden Ken Lacoste: I’ve called an emergency meeting with the Town Council, Interim Town Manager Jim Kern, Dr. Clark, EMA Co-Directors Bill McCombe, Peter Gempp, and Vin Carlone, for Monday at 4 p.m.
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The following announcements regarding Block Island businesses and services were made this morning, Sunday, March 15: Andy Transue, of the Rhode Island Airport Corporation announced that Bethany’s Airport Diner will be closed until further notice. The Senior Advisory Committee (SAC) also said the following about the temporary cancellation of the Senior Ride Service (SRS):
As the situation surrounding the coronavirus develops, we will be providing regular updates with information from local and state agencies regarding the status of the virus in our region and any actions being taken by local agencies. We are closely monitoring recommendations from regional, state, and national officials, and are acting in accordance with their
Under the direction of Gov. Raimondo, all schools will be closed in Rhode Island next week starting Monday, March 16, including the Block Island School, due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. The governor made the announcement on Friday, March 13. Block Island School Supt. Mike Convery said “they are moving up all April vacations to
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The following statement was issued by Interstate Navigation on Tuesday, March 10: The health and safety of our traveling passengers and employees is our highest priority, so we are informing our customers through our website and social media for the latest information on the COVID-19 virus, commonly known as coronavirus. Through these media platforms we
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This year marks the 37th anniversary of one of Block Island’s signature recognitions: the annual Bayberry Wreath Award that honors outstanding contributions to the health of the island’s environment. If there is someone you would like to honor, The Block Island Times is now accepting nominations for 2020. Last year’s honorees were Margie and Bill Comings. Block Island
Ed. note: Paul Cotter sent in these photos of two ferries, the Lizzie Ann and the Rocket, that ran from Block Island during World War II. The photos sparked memories from some of those who rode both boats. I was very young, you have to remember. I don’t think I was more than 7 or 8…