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Town Council schedules emergency meeting; Medical Center urges common sense guidelines
Sun, Mar 15
Category:
News
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...
Business and service announcements
Sun, Mar 15
Category:
News
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...
Statement from Town Manager Jim Kern
Fri, Mar 13
Category:
News
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,...
Bayberry Wreath nominations
Fri, Mar 13
Category:
News
,
Features
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...
Block Island School to close next week, library and recreation to reduce programs
Lars Trodson
Fri, Mar 13
Category:
News
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...
Coronavirus updates
Interstate issues statement on coronavirus precautions
Fri, Mar 13
Category:
News
,
Features
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,...
An old-time ferry ride
Thu, Mar 12
Category:
News
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Features
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… I may have been...
Mulling a message for uncertain times
Lars Trodson,
at
ltrodson@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Mar 12
Category:
News
With Rhode Island Gov. Gina Raimondo declaring a State of Emergency, coupled with Interstate Navigation issuing a statement that, while there is no projected change to the ferry schedule, said the company is maintaining a rigorous disinfecting regimen to minimize exposure to their passengers, Block...
Honoring island women for Women’s History Month
Rosemary Connelli,
at
rconnelli@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Mar 12
Category:
News
,
Features
March is Women’s History Month, a time to honor and celebrate the contributions of women in society. Block Island is benefited every day by the work of a diverse and hard-working group of women: the majority of high-level island positions are held by women. The Block Island Times will be honoring...
Island student featured in museum show
Lars Trodson,
at
ltrodson@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Mar 12
Category:
News
,
Features
Block Island School student Holden van Lent will be having some of his artwork shown at a new exhibit being held at the Museum of work and Culture in Woonsocket, R.I. The Through Our Eyes exhibit, entitled “Home,” opens Saturday, March 14. The show runs through Friday, April 24, 2020. (The Museum...
More input needed on Hotel Manisses addition
Rosemary Connelli,
at
rconnelli@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Mar 12
Category:
News
,
Features
The Hotel Manisses’ application for a proposed addition was continued once again, as the members of the Historic District Commission sought more information from the applicants and wanted input from the members who were absent for the meeting on Monday, Feb. 24. The application is for a new, three-...
Little coins, a bold vision
Lars Trodson,
at
ltrodson@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Mar 12
Category:
News
There were piles of pennies, nickels, dimes, and quarters on two tables, with a few mysterious coins mixed in. The one getting the most attention was an Eisenhower dollar coin from 1972. There was a tiny one cent coin from another unknown country, and a wheatback penny from 1958. However different...
Boys Varsity Basketball wins state championship
Thu, Mar 12
Category:
News
The Boys Varsity Basketball Hurricanes team took home the state championship in the Coastal Prep League after their winning game against the Grove School on Saturday, March 7. Coach Paul Hemingway, at right, congratulates the team and praised the senior class members for finishing their high school...
BIPCO offices closed
Wed, Mar 11
Category:
News
The following was issued today by the Block Island Power Company:
Due to the nature of our business transactions and the critical nature of the services we provide, we are taking several precautions in response to the spread of COVID 19. We will be closing the office today to any “in...
VIDEO
Nature Walks
Lars Trodson
Tue, Mar 10
Category:
News
,
Video
(VIDEO) Follow along on Editor Lars Trodson’s walk through Payne's Dock, Town Beach, and Win Dodge property. Video was previously taken on Monday, March 9. Note: Turn up the volume to fully immerse yourself in the environment, and pause, and click on the video to drag it around for different...
Statement from R.I. Airport Corporation
Passenger arriving at T.F. Green taken to hospital
Tue, Mar 10
Category:
News
The Rhode Island Airport Corporation (RIAC) received notification from an arriving airline on Tuesday morning regarding a passenger exhibiting flu-like symptoms. RIAC spokesperson John Goodman told
The Block Island Times
that the passenger was taken off Southwest flight 153 arriving at T...
Coronavirus updates
Interstate issues statement on coronavirus precautions
Tue, Mar 10
Category:
News
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...
B.I. School Honor Roll
Fri, Mar 6
Category:
News
,
Features
2ND QUARTER HONOR ROLL - 2019-2020
HIGHEST HONORS
Mikhaela Brown-Padien – Grade 12 Ruby Crawford – Grade 12 Charlotte Hall – Grade 12 Mathias Heinz – Grade 12 Moira O’Neill – Grade 12 Allison Pineda – Grade 12 Savannah Brown – Grade 11 Josephine Mott – Grade 11 Stephanie Rich –...
Bayberry Wreath nominations
Fri, Mar 6
Category:
News
,
Features
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...
Boys Varsity Basketball heads to playoffs
Fri, Mar 6
Category:
News
,
Features
The Boys Varsity Basketball team handily beat Middlebridge School in a playoff game at home on Tuesday, March 3. The Boys were scheduled to play Oxford in a playoff on Friday, March 6.
Ferry departures canceled tonight and tomorrow
Fri, Mar 6
Category:
News
The following was issued by the Block Island Ferry this morning:
FRIDAY, MARCH 6TH: THE 6PM DEPARTURE FROM POINT JUDITH FOR TODAY AND THE 8:15AM DEPARTURE FROM BLOCK ISLAND ON SATURDAY, MARCH 7TH ARE CANCELLED DUE TO THE HIGH WIND ADVISORY FOR OUR AREA. PLEASE CALL THE RESERVATION OFFICE...
Council sets public hearings on a variety of proposals
Rosemary Connelli,
at
rconnelli@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Mar 5
Category:
News
,
Features
With recent discussions pertaining to the presence of the coronavirus in Rhode Island, First Warden Ken Lacoste said he had met with the Medical Center on Monday, March 2. “We got together and brought everyone up to speed on the coronavirus.” The Town Council listened to Lacoste’s Warden’s Report...
BIPCo vetting multiple projects
Renee Meyer
Thu, Mar 5
Category:
News
There’s so much going on at the Block Island Power Company that some of the projects are experiencing bottlenecks. The governing arm of the power company, the Block Island Utility District Board of Commissioners, met for a full three hours on Friday, Feb. 28 to vet them all. Utility District...
Honoring island women for Women’s History Month
Rosemary Connelli,
at
rconnelli@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Mar 5
Category:
News
March is Women’s History Month, a time to honor and celebrate the contributions of women in society. Block Island is benefited every day by the work of a diverse and hard-working group of women: the majority of high-level island positions are held by women.
The Block Island Times
will be...
Thriller filmed on Block Island in wide release this week
Lars Trodson,
at
ltrodson@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Mar 5
Category:
News
There are a lot of familiar faces in the movie ‘Dead Sound.” That’s because the nautical thriller was filmed on the island a couple of years ago, although at that time the production was called simply “Block Island.” You’ll see André Boudreau, Allie McCabe, and a number of other island residents,...
Ferries on a case by case basis today
Wed, Mar 4
Category:
News
Interstate Navigation posted the following alert this morning: WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4: FERRIES ARE RUNNING ON A TRIP BY TRIP BASIS FOR TODAY DUE TO THE HIGH WIND ADVISORY FORECAST. THE RESERVATION OFFICE OPENS AT 9AM FOR FURTHER INFORMATION. 1-866-783-7996.
Thriller filmed on Block Island available online tomorrow
Lars Trodson
Mon, Mar 2
Category:
News
There are a lot of familiar faces in the movie ‘Dead Sound.” That’s because the nautical thriller was filmed on the island a couple of years ago, although at that time the production was called simply “Block Island.” The film is being screened on a number of video-on-demand streaming services...
Cover update on Property Transactions Guide
Mon, Mar 2
Category:
News
,
Features
The following is submitted through Ballard Hall Real Estate in regards to the property on the 2019 Transactions Guide cover: The property that is on the 2019 Property Transactions Guide cover is still available for sale through Ballard Hall Real Estate. The property,1278 Cormorant Cove, holds...
Message from the Block Island Medical Center regarding COVID-19
Mon, Mar 2
Category:
News
To the Block Island Community, As many of you are aware, the first case of COVID-19, otherwise known as Coronavirus, has been identified in Rhode Island in a 44-year-old man, a traveler returning from Italy. BIHS is following the guidelines and protocols of the RIDOH and we are collaborating...
NAMI BI certified by national organization
Sat, Feb 29
Category:
News
,
Features
President Jim Hinthorn, at left, reads the affiliation certificate for the Block Island chapter of the National Alliance of Mental Illness. Board members of the team present for the announcement were, from left, Socha Cohen, Jill Seppa, Alison Warfel, Kyra Ernst, and Tracey Fredericks. Pat Tengwall...
Board members needed
Fri, Feb 28
Category:
News
,
Features
The following boards and commissions are looking for members. Each of these appointments are made by the New Shoreham Town Council: The Board of Assessment Review is seeking a Republican-affiliated representative for a three-year term. The Deer Task Force needs a person for a one-year term. The...
Solar array ordinance causing a bit of a headache
Lars Trodson,
at
ltrodson@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Feb 27
Category:
News
,
Features
About a year ago, an application for a solar array that was before the Planning Board was not approved, in part, according to island resident Chris Warfel, because the town’s Zoning Board and Planning Board had different interpretations of the ordinance that regulates solar panel installations. In...
Town manager to monitor cable project
Rosemary Connelli,
at
rconnelli@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Feb 27
Category:
News
,
Features
Town Manager Jim Kern will remain actively involved in the project that will re-bury the two undersea transmission cables that come ashore at Crescent Beach, and said a major concern still remains about the cable being out of service for perhaps weeks, which means high speed internet provided to...
Bayberry Wreath nominations
Thu, Feb 27
Category:
News
,
Features
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...
Hard deadlines sought for airport projects, budget
Lars Trodson,
at
ltrodson@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Feb 27
Category:
News
Town officials met with representatives of the Rhode Island Airport Corporation at the Block Island Airport to hammer away at some specific issues that have been needing attention: installing a more reliable water supply for the airport and its tenants, coming up with a plan to create more revenue...
Keeping a watchful eye
Lars Trodson,
at
ltrodson@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Feb 27
Category:
News
The Rhode Island Department of Health issued a lengthy statement on Monday, Feb. 24, detailing efforts the state is making in terms of responding to the possible appearance of coronavirus in the state. The Director of Security at Interstate Navigation and co-director of the town’s Emergency...
Library juggling programs and projects
Rosemary Connelli,
at
rconnelli@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Feb 27
Category:
News
,
Features
The Island Free Library Board of Trustees reviewed updates on its building and grounds, including window replacements, a solar project, and a new water fountain. The condition of the windows at the Library has been a topic of discussion for some time. Library Director Kristin Baumann said that new...
Some spring birds are here, prompting questions
Rosemary Connelli,
at
rconnelli@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Feb 27
Category:
News
It really wasn’t much of a winter on Block Island — or hasn’t been so far — which prompted recent postings on social media about the appearance of birds that usually arrive in the spring. Was this the effect of global warming? Was it in fact not really an anomaly at all?
The Block Island Times...
No ferries today, but airplanes flying Feb. 27
Thu, Feb 27
Category:
News
The Block Island Ferry made the following announcement this morning: THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27TH: THE 6:30AM FROM POINT JUDITH AND THE 8:15AM FROM BLOCK ISLAND WILL BE RUNNING ON SCHEDULE. THE REMAINING TRIPS ARE CANCELLED FOR TODAY. TO RESCHEDULE VEHICLE RESERVATIONS AND FOR FURTHER INFORMATION,...
360 Video
Walk the Hodge Preserve
Rosemary Connelli
Tue, Feb 25
Category:
News
,
Video
(360 VIDEO) Walk through the Hodge Family Wildlife Preserve on Corn Neck Road, courtesy of The Block Island Times. Watch the video all the way through, to see the landscape open up to Middle Pond and its surrounding diverse environments. Note: Turn up the volume to fully immerse yourself in the...
Shellfish Commission, Sun Farm Oysters reach agreement
Renée Meyer
Fri, Feb 21
Category:
News
,
Features
Sometimes the process works, and to the benefit of all. In January, the Shellfish Commission began the process of reviewing a request from Sun Farm Oysters, owned by Chris Warfel, to relocate a portion of his aquaculture lease in Trims’s Pond. At the Shellfish Commission’s meeting on January 21,...
Libraries and the census
The Staff at the of the Island Free Library
Fri, Feb 21
Category:
News
Many islanders use the Groundhog Day count to answer the question: how many people actually live on the island? We often reply to that question with answers like,
around a thousand,
or just under a thousand
or the number itself, when we can remember the number and not confuse this...
New Shoreham police lawsuit dismissed
Rosemary Connelli,
at
rconnelli@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Feb 20
Category:
News
,
Features
On Wednesday, Feb. 19 at Town Hall, First Warden Ken Lacoste announced in open session that a lawsuit brought by members of the New Shoreham Police Department against various town officials, including members of the Planning Board, the Town Council and former Town Manager Ed Roberge, had been...
Upcoming events for seniors
Pat Tengwall
Thu, Feb 20
Category:
News
,
Features
A sweet time:
The Senior Advisory Committee is planning a repeat of last year’s “Just Desserts” social. The event will be on Wed. March 4, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Community Center. Committee members are contacting island food artisans for a variety of delectable desserts. Coffee, tea and...
Deer herd remains frustratingly high
Lars Trodson,
at
ltrodson@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Feb 20
Category:
News
Sue Gibbons has an idea. The science teacher at the Block Island School went before the members of the Deer Task Force to propose a plan that she hopes will significantly reduce the deer population. The Deer Task Force is on the record as saying the deer population is not being culled in any...
Medical Center approves 2020 budget
Lars Trodson,
at
ltrodson@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Feb 20
Category:
News
The Block Island Health Services Board of Directors has approved a $1.4 million budget for fiscal year 2020. The $1.4 million bottom line shows a decrease from the 2019 budget, which was $1,559,490. On the revenue side, the budget includes a $60,000 increase in patient fees, which totaled $671,000...
Land Trust mulls public art installation
Renée Meyer
Thu, Feb 20
Category:
News
,
Features
After getting the go-ahead from the Recreation Board, it was the Block Island Land Trust’s turn to take up the art installation project proposed for the tennis court fence at Ball O’Brien Park. The Land Trust has jurisdiction over what happens at the park, although the Historic District Commission...
Winter art classes at Spring Street Gallery
Rosemary Connelli,
at
rconnelli@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Feb 20
Category:
News
,
Features
Spring Street Gallery Coordinator Paige Gaffett described artist Claire Marschak as “a fantastic painter, a really great teacher. She brings you step by step in the painting process. We are fortunate to have her on the island.” On Sunday, Jan. 26, Marschak taught a tonal oil painting class at the...
Cherry Hill Lane subdivision moving ahead
Rosemary Connelli,
at
rconnelli@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Feb 20
Category:
News
“Has anyone been up there?” asked Housing Board Chair Cindy Pappas regarding the Cherry Hill Lane affordable housing project located off Cooneymus Road. The Block Island Housing Board met on Tuesday, Feb. 11 to discuss updates on the project. Member Stacy Henshaw noted she had visited the site in...
Council floats ideas to keep inspection station on island
Rosemary Connelli,
at
rconnelli@blockislandtimes.com
Thu, Feb 20
Category:
News
,
Features
On Wednesday, Feb. 12, the Town Council held its Town Manager Work Session, and reviewed a diverse list of agenda items: final revisions to the Harbor Management Plan, the Visitors Center, potential recreation facility, and taxi ordinances.
Next steps for local inspection station
The lack...
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