ConserFest, the annual celebration of music and art that helps raise funds to protect the island’s natural resources. Founded by Cameron Greenlee and Justin Lewis, the event is entering its 14th year. The Block Island Times asked the current members to write an occasional column to inform readers about ConserFest’s mission and which events and […]
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management announced last week the temporary closure of Rhode Island state parks and beaches, to help slow the spread of COVID-19 in the public. The state parks and beaches, including their parking areas, closed on Friday, April 3. When asked if R.I. D.E.M.’s closure to the state parks and
UPDATE: Anyone who may be allowed to return to work under the provisions of the newly revised emergency ordinance should fill out the following form: http://www.new-shoreham.com/displaynews.cfm?id=440 “This is not a free for all, and it is being managed. This is going to work if people follow the orders; it is about the larger effort,” said Interim
We’ve extended Women’s History Month into April. Here are profiles of Rita Draper, Kay Lewis, Liz Doherty, and Valerie Preler in their own words: Rita Draper: Owner of The 1661 Inn Love of sailing first brought my family to Block Island in the 1960s. My parents thought it would be a great idea to sell
Block Island Harbormaster Kate McConville has told The Block Island Times that she is informing all boaters that come into the Great Salt Pond or into Old Harbor that they will have to quarantine on the water for 14 days, no matter where they have traveled from. These are guidelines set by the state, said
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COVID-19 VIRUS NOTICE TO RESIDENTS AND VISITORS TO BLOCK ISLAND: The Town of New Shoreham declared a State of Emergency effective from March 18, 2020 through May 8, 2020. Medical capacity on the Island is extremely limited. A SHELTER IN PLACE ORDER for everyone on the Island is in effect through MAY 8, 2020. Anyone
The following message was issued by island resident Sue Black: “Good news! Islanders 18 [years] or older with a commuter card can apply for the McAleer Scholarship for online [Continuing Education] classes this spring. Sign up now since classes are filling up fast!” said island resident Sue Black, who has helped offer Rhode Island School
The Block Island State Airport is expected to receive more than $1 million in federal funding as part of the more than $2 trillion Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act, it was announced by the Rhode Island Airport Corporation. Westerly Airport is expected to receive a little more than $1 million in federal aid.
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To our readers:The Block Island Times experienced unprecedented technical difficulties this week. We will not be able to post new stories online until Friday, April 17. Thank you for your patience and continued support. Look for new content tomorrow.- The Block Island Times team Block Island Times – Read More>>