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Audrain’s La Forge Restaurant has cut ties with Audrain’s La Forge Restaurant has cut ties with Newport’s piano legend Dave Manuel. In a Facebook post Tuesday, Manuel revealed that he was informed this Friday would be his last night performing at the restaurant. “Just found out that this coming weekend will be my last at the LaForge,” Manuel wrote. “I’m grateful for the times that I have had there and hope to see you this weekend and beyond.” A longtime staple of Newport’s music scene, Manuel has been the go-to for unforgettable tunes for what feels like forever! We can’t wait to see where Dave goes next! He’s a true Newport treasure. Nick Schorsch’s Audrain group has been on a buying spree since relocating to Newport from New York City roughly a dozen years ago. His holdings include: La Forge Restaurant, Brick Alley Pub, Newport Craft Beer, The Red Parrot, Flo’s Clam Shacks, The Vanderbilt Hotel, Audrain Automobile Museum, Audrain Motorsport, Audrain Park Place, Audrain Hospitality, La Costa Lobster and Tacos, Wally Weiners, Newport Lobster Company, Hilltop Inn, the Cluck House, the Cluck Truck, Amano Pizza, Newport Life Magazine, The Reef, Caleb & Broad, and the food concessions at Easton’s Beach. #newportri #laforgerestaurant #rhodeisland #newportbuzz
President-elect Donald Trump on Tuesday pledged to President-elect Donald Trump on Tuesday pledged to block the construction of wind farms during his second term. “We are going to have a policy where no windmills are being built,” Trump declared during a lengthy press conference at his Mar-a-Lago resort. The comments mark his sharpest attack yet on the renewable energy source, which he criticized as an eyesore, a drain on taxpayer dollars, and harmful to the environment. Trump, speaking to reporters, claimed wind turbines “litter our country” and likened them to garbage. “Like dropping paper. Like dropping garbage in a field. In a period of time, they turn to garbage,” he said. “Most expensive energy ever. They only work if they get subsidies.” The president-elect singled out a 200-turbine project planned off New Jersey’s coast, a reference to a joint effort by EDF Renewables and Shell. He also suggested wind turbines were linked to an uptick in whale deaths, citing 14 whale strandings in Massachusetts this season. “The windmills are driving the whales crazy. Obviously,” Trump said. Trump has long been critical of wind energy, but his remarks Tuesday underscore the potential for sweeping policy changes. As president, Trump would wield significant authority over approving wind farms on federal land and off U.S. coasts, where major projects are planned. Trump’s vow to issue an executive order targeting wind power on his first day in office further highlights his administration’s shift away from renewable energy. “Nobody wants them, and they are very expensive,” he said. #donaldjtrump #windfarm #keepitwild #greenoceans #newportbuzz #scenesofnewengland
President-elect Donald Trump announced Tuesday tha President-elect Donald Trump announced Tuesday that his administration intends to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the “Gulf of America,” a move he described as both symbolic and justified. “We’re going to be changing the name of the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America,” Trump said during a news conference at his Mar-a-Lago resort. “It has a beautiful ring to it. The Gulf of America—what a beautiful name. And it’s appropriate, very appropriate.” Trump cited the United States’ significant economic activities in the region as the primary reason for the proposed change. “We do most of the work there, and it’s ours,” he said. He also used the moment to reiterate his criticisms of Mexico, accusing the country of failing to curb the flow of drugs and migrants into the United States. “Mexico has to stop allowing millions of people to pour into our country,” Trump said, calling the neighboring nation “a very dangerous place” and alleging that it is “essentially run by the cartels.” The proposal for the Gulf’s name change comes on the heels of other suggestions from Trump, including taking control of Greenland and the Panama Canal. When asked whether he would rule out military or economic measures to achieve these goals, Trump replied, “No, I can’t assure you on either of those two.” Georgia Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene quickly voiced her support for the name change. Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, Greene pledged to act on Trump’s vision. “I’ll be introducing legislation ASAP to officially change the name of the Gulf of Mexico to its rightful name, the Gulf of America!” she wrote on X. Trump also hinted at imposing “substantial tariffs” on Mexico and Canada to offset what he sees as trade imbalances and border issues. “We want to get along with everybody. But you know ... it takes two to tango,” he said. #donaldjtrump #gulfofmexico #gulfofamerica #potus #newportbuzz
Newport is about to strengthen its maritime legacy Newport is about to strengthen its maritime legacy with the arrival of FOUR brand-new U.S. Coast Guard Offshore Patrol Cutters (OPCs). These advanced, 360-foot Heritage-class vessels are designed to tackle critical missions like search and rescue, law enforcement, maritime security, and Arctic operations. ❄️🌊 ⚓️ Homeport: Naval Station Newport
👥 Crew Capacity: 100+
⚖️ Weight: 4,500 tons (fully loaded)
💼 Economic Impact: $100M invested in new infrastructure The first two OPCs were announced in 2020, and now, thanks to the leadership of Senator Jack Reed and his collaboration with Admiral Linda Fagan, the Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard, Rhode Island is securing TWO MORE. That’s a total of FOUR Heritage-class cutters heading to Newport over the coming years. These ships will replace two 270-foot medium endurance cutters currently based in Newport while complementing the three buoy tenders that have long called this area home. While it may be several years before these ships officially dock in Newport, the Ocean State is already preparing to welcome the crews, their families, and support personnel who will make this community their home. 🛳️✨ #coastguard #uscg #newportri #newportbuzz #rhodeisland
To the Editor: I was deeply disappointed by the r To the Editor: I was deeply disappointed by the recent actions of certain Newport City Council members who, after years of stressing the urgent need for workforce housing and criticizing previous councils for inaction, voted against the proposed workforce housing project at the former Coggeshall School. In doing so, they have perpetuated the very problem they once condemned—kicking the can down the road. According to the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), workforce housing serves individuals earning 80–120% of the Area Median Income (AMI). For Newport, that translates to annual incomes ranging from $73,000 to $111,000 for a single person—what is commonly referred to as the “missing middle.” The Coggeshall proposal adhered to these HUD specifications, fulfilling a critical housing need. Yet council members Khamsyvoravong, Smyth, Pinnock, and Carlin failed to acknowledge the clear language of the project contract. Instead, they muddied the discussion with vague and inconsistent references to “affordable,” “workforce,” and “subsidized” housing, creating confusion even among informed residents. Meanwhile, the historic Coggeshall School remains in a state of dangerous disrepair—plagued by lead, asbestos, mold, broken windows, and a collapsing roof. By rejecting this project, Newport forfeits not only $1 million in revenue from the school and adjacent lots but also the potential for $100,000 in annual property tax revenue. The developer behind this proposal has a proven track record, demonstrated by the success of workforce housing at the Cranston-Calvert site. Rather than vilify him on social media, he should be commended for his efforts to address Newport’s pressing housing needs. Last month’s Newport City Council meeting was nothing short of an embarrassment. Instead of striving to improve our community for all income levels, some council members seemed more interested in pandering to a vocal “not in my backyard” minority. Newport deserves better leadership—leadership that prioritizes solutions over posturing. Sincerely, Jack Milburn Newport #newportri #newportbuzz
Happy Tuesday, January 7th! Here’s What’s Hap Happy Tuesday, January 7th! Here’s What’s Happening in Newport today. @newport.mansions @bigweathergear @radiantesthetics @tavernonbroadway @diegosnewport @diegos_barrio_cantina @rejectsbeerco @skiffbarri @wharfsouthernkitchen #newportbuzz #newportri #rhodeisland #scenesofnewengland #newengland
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