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Naval Employees Return to Work, Heather Abbott Scheduled to Speak

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Heather Abbott to Share her Experience 

Boston Marathon bombing survivor Heather Abbott of Newport will speak at Salve Regina about her experiences on Wednesday, Oct. 9 at 7 p.m. Read more here.  

Get Involved! 

Newport is seeking a volunteer to serve on the zoning board. Read how to get more information here.  

Government Shutdown 

Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel announced Department of Defense civilians placed on emergency furlough during the government shutdown will be asked to return to work beginning this week.The majority of the 800 civilian employees sent home Tuesday returned to work Monday morning.  The Naval War College Museum will remain closed until further notice.  

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Christmas Money! 

Are you looking for a job in Newport? Several companies are hiring.  Read more here.  

Rain, Rain, Go Away...

The sun is expected to peep back out Tuesday. Partly sunny skies are in the forecast with temperatures to reach 66 degrees.

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