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Nearly 250 swimmers crossed Narragansett Bay in Save The Bay’s annual Swim fundraiser

Monday, July 15, 2024

Nearly 250 swimmers crossed Narragansett Bay in Save The Bay’s annual Swim fundraiser NEWPORT, R.I. – July 15, 2024 – At 7:05 a.m. on Saturday, July 13, nearly 250 swimmers took to the waves of Narragansett Bay’s East Passage in the 48th Save The Bay Swim, raising both funds and awareness for Save The Bay’s mission … Read More

Nearly 250 swimmers crossed Narragansett Bay in Save The Bay’s annual Swim fundraiser NEWPORT, R.I. – July 15, 2024 – At 7:05 a.m. on Saturday, July 13, nearly 250 swimmers took... ...Read More

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Press Statement on RI Superior Court Decision on the Operation of RI Recycled Metals

Friday, July 12, 2024

Press Statement on RI Superior Court Decision on the Operation of RI Recycled Metals PROVIDENCE (July 12, 2024)—Save The Bay applauds Judge Stern’s decision to issue a temporary restraining order that keeps Rhode Island Recycled Metals closed until they can demonstrate that they are complying with industry standards that will prevent or mitigate future fires. … Read More

Press Statement on RI Superior Court Decision on the Operation of RI Recycled Metals PROVIDENCE (July 12, 2024)—Save The Bay applauds Judge Stern’s decision to issue a temporary restraining order... ...Read More

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Save The Bay’s 2024 Legislative Wrap-up

Thursday, July 11, 2024

Save The Bay’s 2024 Legislative Wrap-up The RI General Assembly adjourned its 2024 session in June, with good news on several fronts and bad news — but progress — on Save The Bay’s top policy priorities: reform of the Coastal Resources Management Council, and passage of a bottle deposit bill to reduce plastic pollution. Here … Read More

Save The Bay’s 2024 Legislative Wrap-up The RI General Assembly adjourned its 2024 session in June, with good news on several fronts and bad news — but progress — on... ...Read More

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Press Statement on Rhode Island Recycled Metals Fire

Wednesday, July 10, 2024

Press Statement on Rhode Island Recycled Metals Fire Fire at Rhode Island Recycled Metals Facility Continues to Threaten the Health of Providence Residents and Bay PROVIDENCE (July 10, 2024)—Today, another fire originated at the Rhode Island Recycled Metals facility in South Providence. Today’s fire occurred three months to the day of the previous fire at … Read More

Press Statement on Rhode Island Recycled Metals Fire Fire at Rhode Island Recycled Metals Facility Continues to Threaten the Health of Providence Residents and Bay PROVIDENCE (July 10, 2024)—Today, another... ...Read More

Comments Submitted: Quidnessett Country Club

Tuesday, June 25, 2024

Calling for the removal of the Quidnessett Country Club’s illegal sea wall in North Kingstown, RI Save The Bay’s comments to the Rhode Island Coastal Resources Management Council, regarding to Quidnessett Country Club, CRMC File Number 2024-04-071 Save The Bay submitted a letter to CRMC urging the agency to deny Quidnessett Country Club’s petition to … Read More

Calling for the removal of the Quidnessett Country Club’s illegal sea wall in North Kingstown, RI Save The Bay’s comments to the Rhode Island Coastal Resources Management Council, regarding to... ...Read More

Save The Bay’s annual Taste of The Bay event showcases 40+ local food and drink vendors

Tuesday, May 28, 2024

Save The Bay’s annual Taste of The Bay event showcases 40+ local food and drink vendors, a celebration of the flavors, sights and sounds of Narragansett Bay  PROVIDENCE, RI – May 28, 2024 – On Thursday, June 20, Save The Bay’s annual Taste of The Bay fundraiser will highlight the flavors, sights and sounds of … Read More

Save The Bay’s annual Taste of The Bay event showcases 40+ local food and drink vendors, a celebration of the flavors, sights and sounds of Narragansett Bay  PROVIDENCE, RI –... ...Read More

Save The Bay’s Hamilton Family Aquarium opens March 28

Tuesday, March 12, 2024

Downtown Newport’s newest attraction now has an opening date: Save The Bay’s Hamilton Family Aquarium will open on Thursday, March 28.

Downtown Newport’s newest attraction now has an opening date: Save The Bay’s Hamilton Family Aquarium will open on Thursday, March 28. ...Read More

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Comments Submitted: SouthCoast Wind Energy

Wednesday, March 6, 2024

Calling for the minimization of harmful impacts to the Sakonnet River, Mount Hope Bay Save The Bay’s comments to the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management, regarding to SouthCoast Wind Energy LLC, RIDEM File Number: DP-23-198, WQC 23-044 Save The Bay is urging DEM to ensure it has all necessary information to evaluate the application … Read More

Calling for the minimization of harmful impacts to the Sakonnet River, Mount Hope Bay Save The Bay’s comments to the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management, regarding to SouthCoast Wind... ...Read More