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Seamus Daniel Kirby, of Middletown, Rhode Island, passed away on Apil 14, his family announced in an obituary. While the exact circumstances surrounding his passing remain unclear, rumors suggest that Kirby may have been involved in a spearfishing accident.
How do I find a local obituary? ›
Many funeral homes publish obituaries on their websites. These can usually be located with a Google search on the person's name. Local genealogical and historical societies, public libraries, and some newspaper publishers maintain clipping files of obituaries.
What is the population of Newport Rhode Island by race? ›
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Population | |
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White alone, percent | 78.0% |
Black or African American alone, percent(a) | 7.5% |
American Indian and Alaska Native alone, percent(a) | 1.0% |
Asian alone, percent(a) | 1.7% |
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How do I find old obituaries in RI? ›
If the newspapers are not held at the library, the local newspaper office may also be contacted to learn where older editions of the newspaper are kept. Some libraries and even newspaper publishers keep obituary files.
Who is Seamus mother? ›
Mrs Finnigan (fl. 1980-1997) was an Irish witch. She married Mr Finnigan, a Muggle, before she told him she was a witch, and it was a "bit of a nasty shock for him" when she told him after the wedding. The two had a son named Seamus.
Did Seamus Finnigan survive? ›
He survived the Second Wizarding War and was seen sitting with Dean Thomas and Aberforth Dumbledore once the battle had ended. It is unknown what happened to him after the war. It can be assumed that he attended the 2014 reunion of Dumbledore's Army.
What is the nickname for Newport RI? ›
Nicknames: City by the Sea. Sailing Capital of the World. Queen of Summer Resort.
What is the average household income for Newport RI? ›
The average annual household income in Newport is $123,261, while the median household income sits at $81,330 per year. Residents aged 25 to 44 earn $70,693, while those between 45 and 64 years old have a median wage of $102,895.
Why is Newport so famous? ›
A haven for religious dissenters, a critical Colonial Era port city, a thriving artists' colony, a summer playground for America's barons of industry during the Gilded Age, home to the U.S. Naval War College and known as America's First Resort, Newport is a destination like none other.
How to find out if someone died in Rhode Island? ›
The Center for Vital Records (birth, death, marriage, and adoption certificates) is now open at it's new location in Simpson Hall on the Pastore Campus (6 Harrington Rd., Cranston). You can also request Vital Records at: City or town halls. Certificates for births after 1960: any city/town hall.
To be clear, obituaries are protected by copyright. They are creative works of expression that are fixed into a tangible medium of expression. Both the text and the images that make up an obituary are protected by copyright (even if the facts and information are not).
How much does it cost to put an obituary in the Providence Journal? ›
Placing an obituary in The Providence Journal starts at $138.93.
What is the main ethnicity in Rhode Island? ›
The 2020 U.S census data indicate that residents are 71.3% White, not Hispanic; and 18.7% Hispanic or Latinx. The racial distribution in Rhode Island is White 71.3%, 5.7% Black or African American, 3.6% Asian, 9.3% Multiracial, and 0.7% Native American, and Alaskan Native.
What ethnicities live in Newport? ›
Further information about the population structure:
Ethnic Group (C 2021) |
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White | 109,726 |
Asian | 11,286 |
Black | 3,502 |
Arab | 916 |
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What is Newport famous for? ›
7 things Newport is famous for
- Newport Transporter Bridge. Arguably Newport's most famous landmark, the iconic Transporter Bridge has dominated the city's skyline since its construction in 1906. ...
- A vibrant music scene. ...
- Iconic sporting events. ...
- Historic sites. ...
- The Chartist Movement. ...
- Its buzzing arts scene. ...
- Steel Wave.
What is race to the top Rhode Island? ›
In August 2010, the U.S. Department of Education announced that Rhode Island was a winner of a $75-million Race to the Top grant. Our grant is a four-year award, spanning 2010-2014. Rhode Island is taking a statewide approach to spending its Race to the Top award.