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"Middletown Minute" -- Nov. 29, 2023

Healthy Communities Coordinator Lori Turner shares about her #MiddletownRI Outreach Department and more during this week's "Middletown Minute." For questions, send email to lturner@middletownri.com online.

Middletown Looking To Serve Up New Pickleball Courts

#MiddletownRI is pursuing state grant money to help pay for new pickleball courts at John Clarke Park, hoping to add to the town's recreational facilities across the community.

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CONTACT: Matt Sheley at (401) 842-6543 or msheley@middletownri.com 

MIDDLETOWN LOOKING TO SERVE UP NEW PICKLEBALL COURTS

MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (NOVEMBER 29, 2023) – The Town of Middletown is fo...

Help Middletown -- Eat Local

Local businesses are the lifeblood of any community, just like here in #MiddletownRI. Remember to shop and spend here because those dollars help everyone. Visit Local for a list of area retailers and restaurants.

Zoning Board Meeting Cancelled

Tonight's meeting of the #MiddletownRI Zoning Board of Review has been cancelled. The volunteer board apologizes for any inconvenience.

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Help Middletown -- Shop Local

Local businesses are the lifeblood of any community, just like here in #MiddletownRI. Remember to shop and spend here because those dollars help everyone. Visit Local for a list of area retailers and restaurants.

Naval Station Newport Road Name Changes

See the attached information about the change of two area roads affiliated with Naval Station Newport, effective Dec. 28.

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Heating Safety

#MiddletownRI Fire reminds everyone to place space heaters on a solid, flat surface and keep them and their electrical cords from things that can burn. Visit https://mdl.town/Ready for more.

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Middletown Town Clerk's Office Recognized

The RI Professional Land Surveyors Society have recognized the #MiddletownRI Town Clerk's office as "Clerk of the Year." Town Clerk Wendy Marshall and staff have made huge strides to modernize the land evidence records vital to the surveying profession.

Happy Thanksgiving!

The Town of #MiddletownRI hopes everyone has a relaxing, enjoyable Thanksgiving holiday. For town services anytime, visit https://mdl.town/Middletown online.

AAA Thanks Middletown Police

AAA Northeast honored #MiddletownRI Patrol Officers Jennifer Dellefratte, Jake Menard, Steven Ferreira and Lt. Timothy Brady during a recent "Community Traffic Safety Awards" luncheon. Thanks to the officers and all our emergency service providers.

Middletown Minute -- Nov. 22, 2023

For this week's "Middletown Minute," Will Cronin speaks about changes to the town's curbside trash and recycling program. Stay up to date on all things #MiddletownRI.

State Coastal Resources Management Council Rights-Of-Way Briefing

Leah Feldman of the Rhode Island Coastal Resources Management Council briefed the Town Council about state rights-of-way in #MiddletownRI during a meeting Tuesday in Town Hall. Visit CRMC for more.

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Buckle Up Around The Holidays

The Rhode Island Police Chiefs Association reminds everyone to be safe and buckle up when driving this Thanksgiving and into the holiday season. And always think before you get behind the wheel.

Thanksgiving Message From The MPC

Lori Verderosa, director of the #MiddletownRI Prevention Coalition, shares a Thanksgiving message for the community. Visit MPC online for more.

Thanksgiving Day Football Game Traffic Plan

#MiddletownRI Police have released a detailed traffic plan for Thursday's Middletown High football game at 10 am at the Gaudet Field. Go Islanders!

Town "Pay-As-You-Throw" Delays

#MiddletownRI reminds customers of its curbside trash, recycling and yard waste program there's a one-day delay in collections on Thursday and Friday due to Thanksgiving. Visit PAYT online for more.

Town Offices Closed

#MiddletownRI offices will close Wednesday at noon for the Thanksgiving break and reopen Monday, Nov. 27 at 8 am. Reminder that town services are available 24/7 at https://mdl.town/Middletown. Happy Thanksgiving to all!

Middletown Helps

Spot litter, a pothole or other non-emergency issue around #MiddletownRI that needs to be addressed? Visit https://mdl.town/Helps to submit your work order and follow it as it gets addressed. Middletown Helps is here to help.

Middletown High Football Team Helps The Community

Members of the Super Bowl winning #MiddletownRI High football team worked with Bob's Big Give Monday to provide turkeys from Blount Fine Foods to local nonprofits and families in need so everyone can have a happy holiday this week.

Police Department Ceremony

#MiddletownRI Police celebrated the promotions of Lt. Tim Brady and Sgt. Ben Costa and swearing-in of Patrol Officers Alfredo Lorenzo and Michael Cazzarro Monday night in Town Hall. Congratulations to all and thank you for making Middletown safer.

Town Signs Agreement To Buy Hoogendoorn Nurseries Land

#MiddletownRI inks an agreement Monday night to buy the Hoogendoorn Nurseries land on Turner Road. Previously approved open space money will pay for the purchase, which helps keep an important parcel under local control.

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CONTACT: Matt Sheley at (401) 842-6543 or msheley@middletownri.com  

TOWN SIGNS AGREEMENT TO BUY HOOGENDOORN NURSERIES LAND

MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (NOVEMBER 20, 2023) – The Town of Middletown has...

Affordable Housing Public Hearing Planned

Have something to say about a proposal from #MiddletownRI for affordable housing at 650 Green End Ave. and 26 Oliphant Lane? Come to the Nov. 29 Planning Board public hearing on the project. Visit https://mdl.town/Affordable for more.

Warming Center Opens Sunday

With cold weather in the forecast, a warming center is opening Sunday. For tips on dealing with weather and other issues, visit Ready online.

"Student Of The Week" -- Middletown High School Senior Sophia Stalnaker

Sophia Stalnaker is the #MiddletownRI "Student of the Week." An accomplished student, teachers say the senior at Middletown High is an even better person.

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CONTACT: Matt Sheley at (401) 842-6543 or msheley@middletownri.com

STUDENT OF THE WEEK:

MIDDLETOWN HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR SOPHIA STALNAKER

MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (NOVEMBER 17, 2023) – In each of the schools across Mid...

Go Islanders!

The Town of Middletown wishes the #MiddletownRI High football team the best in its Super Bowl matchup Saturday against West Warwick. A reminder that tickets must be purchased beforehand at https://mdl.town/Tix and there are no sales at the gate.

Upper Aquidneck Avenue Night Paving

The Rhode Island Department of Transportation is expected to do its final night paving of the season on upper Aquidneck Avenue Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Work is scheduled to begin at 5 pm over the weekend in #MiddletownRI.

Right Of Way Workshop

Want to learn about state rights of way to the water in #MiddletownRI? Come hear the Rhode Island Coastal Resources Management Council address the issue Tuesday at 6 pm in Town Hall. Visit https://mdl.town/ROW for more.

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Budget Prep Under Way

#MiddletownRI begins its work on its proposed Fiscal 2025 budget, looking to get the best numbers possible to the Town Council for review.

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CONTACT: Matt Sheley at (401) 842-6543 or msheley@middletownri.com

BUDGET PREP UNDER WAY 

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CONTACT: Matt Sheley at (401) 842-6543 or msheley@middletownri.com

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Middletown Minute

#MiddletownRI PAO Matt Sheley introduces a new segment -- "Middletown Minute." The goal of the video series is to better inform the community, Visit https://mdl.town/Minute to watch. Questions on something in town? Email msheley@middletownri.com for more.

Make Your Voice Matter

Help the Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee by completing a transportation survey. Visit https://mdl.town/BPACSurvey for more and help drive #MiddletownRI forward.

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Successful Launch Of New Professional Development & Occupational Wellness Program

The new Professional Development & Occupational Wellness program got off to a strong start today. The goal of the "groundbreaking" effort by Dirigo is to provide more leadership and management training for key personnel to help all of #MiddletownRI.

Middletown Takes Part In Winter Coat Drive

There's a winter coat drop-off box on the first floor of #MiddletownRI Town Hall. Bring new and gently used winter coats, hats and gloves to give to the cause by the Middletown Rotary Club. Visit https://www.middletownrirotary.org for more.

Have Your Say

Want to play a role in shaping #MiddletownRI for years to come? Visit https://mdl.town/Survey online to share your thoughts, hopes and dreams for the community we call home.

Test Smoke Alarms Regularly

#MiddletownRI Fire reminds everyone to check smoke alarms at least once a month using the test button. It only takes a few minutes and could help in an emergency, when seconds count.

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Remember Our Veterans Everyday

#MiddletownRI has a strong connection to the military. Hear about why it's important to remember those who've served, not just on Veterans Day, but year- round.

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CONTACT: Matt Sheley at (401) 842-6543 or msheley@middletownri.com 

REMEMBER OUR VETERANS EVERYDAY

MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (NOVEMBER 9, 2023) – To some, Veteran’s Day is just another holiday on the calenda...

School Building Committee -- New School Will Be "On Time, On Budget"

Following the close passage of a $190 million bond in #MiddletownRI, School Building Committee members reiterate their pledge Wednesday to deliver a state-of-the-art school "on time" and "on budget."

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CONTACT: Matt Sheley at (401) 842-6543 or msheley@middletownri.com 

SCHOOL BUILDING COMMITTEE — 

NEW SCHOOL WILL BE “ON TIME, ON BUDGET”

MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (NOVEMBER 8, 20...

Middletown Helps

Problem with a pothole, downed branch or other non-emergency issue? Visit https://mdl.town/Helps to file a work order with #MiddletownRI and get updates as the request gets addressed.

Middletown Thanks Its Poll Workers

#MiddletownRI had an amazing turnout for Tuesday's special election and none of it would have been possible without the efforts of those who worked the polls. Thanks to all involved for your efforts and hard work!

Real Work Begins After School Bond Appears To Be Approved

Based on unconfirmed numbers, it appears #MiddletownRI voters narrowly approve a bond for a new middle-high school Tuesday amid strong turnout at the polls.

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CONTACT: Matt Sheley at (401) 842-6543 or msheley@middletownri.com 

REAL WORK BEGINS AFTER SCHOOL BOND 

APPEARS TO BE APPROVED

MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (NOVEMBER 7, 2023) – Middletown offi...

Middletown Marks Veterans Day

#MiddletownRI offices are closed Friday to recognize Veterans Day. Remember the Veterans Day ceremony Saturday at 9 am in Paradise Valley Park on Prospect Avenue held by the VFW Gilbert-Burton Hall.

State Grant To Help With Affordable Housing Plan

#MiddletownRI receives state grant to help cover planning, engineering and related work for affordable housing project at 361-393 East Main Road.

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CONTACT: Matt Sheley at (401) 842-6543 or msheley@middletownri.com 

STATE GRANT TO HELP WITH AFFORDABLE HOUSING PLANNING

MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (NOVEMBER 6, 2023) – The Town of Middletown was re...

Eligible Project Costs For New School Construction Rise

The #MiddletownRI Town Council learns Monday night that more costs of school bond projects are eligible for state reimbursements, meaning a new middle-high school proposal would cost local taxpayers less. Visit https://mdl.town/NewSchool for more.

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CONTACT: Matt Sheley at (401) 842-6543 or msheley@middletownri.com

ELIGIBLE PROJECT COSTS RISE FOR NEW SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION

MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (NOVEMBER 6, 2023) – On the eve of a special election for a new middle-high school, th...

Science Class With No Sink, Storage Or Space

Caitlin Santos loves being a science teacher at Gaudet Middle School, but said it's hard to do her job when there's no sink, storage or space in her classroom, a familiar story for staff across #MiddletownRI. Visit https://mdl.town/NewSchool for more.

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Student Of The Week -- Gaudet Middle School Eighth Grader Jada Ogarro

Jada Ogarro is the #MiddletownRI "Student of the Week." Let's all say congratulations to the Gaudet Middle School eighth grader, who always works hard, lends a hand and makes a positive difference.

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CONTACT: Matt Sheley at (401) 842-6543 or msheley@middletownri.com

STUDENT OF THE WEEK:

GAUDET MIDDLE SCHOOL EIGHTH GRADER JADA OGARRO 

MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (NOVEMBER 3, 2023) – In each of the schools a...

See & Hear About The Proposed Middle-High School Bond

See and hear from those in our schools every day and working on the proposed middle-high school bond package. Visit https://vimeo.com/showcase/10727157/video/878444189 and https://mdl.town/NewSchool for more.

Get A New Job With The Town Of Middletown

Interested in finding a new career? Try the Town of #MiddletownRI, which is hiring at various positions. Visit https://mdl.town/Jobs online to apply.

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Jobs! Jobs! Jobs!

#MiddletownRI has good jobs with public works, the finance office and other departments. Visit https://mdl.town/Jobs to apply now.

Small Classrooms, Negative Impacts

Paul Davis is like most teachers with the #MiddletownRI schools. His classroom is small, so much that he can't move around effectively in the second-story space at Gaudet Middle School. Visit https://mdl.town/NewSchool for more.

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Giving Thanks

Students and staff at Gaudet Middle School and the Gaudet Learning Academy give back to those in need during a recent food drive and walk-a-thon in #MiddletownRI.

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CONTACT: Matt Sheley at (401) 842-6543 or msheley@middletownri.com

GIVING THANKS 

MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (NOVEMBER 1, 2023) – Thanksgiving is a time for people to come together with family and f...