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Our 2026 Legislative Priorities

Monday, January 12, 2026

by Jed Thorp, Director of Advocacy The Rhode Island General Assembly’s 2026 Legislative Session opened on January 6. Save The Bay will once again work to advance legislation that improves Narragansett Bay and defends the Bay against legislation that could cause harm. Every year at the State House is unique, and 2026 will be no … Read More

Taking Action for the Bay: REI’s Cleanup Day at Fields Point

Thursday, December 18, 2025

By Tristen Swist, Communications Intern On this brisk September morning, an eager group waits in front of Save The Bay, awaiting further instruction. REI has woken up extra early this Friday morning to help in a cleanup at Fields Point. The group is given a rundown by the Beach Captain, Jason, on how to log … Read More

By Tristen Swist, Communications Intern On this brisk September morning, an eager group waits in front of Save The Bay, awaiting further instruction. REI has woken up extra early this... ...Read More

Saving the Bay to Swim the Bay, and Swimming the Bay to Save the Bay

Thursday, July 31, 2025

By: Laurie Garcia, Graphic Design and Communications Intern On Saturday, July 19th, a group of 281 passionate, lively and ambitious swimmers took to the Bay, swimming the 2-mile open water race from Newport to Jamestown. From the moment the sun rose warm and bright, we knew it was going to be the perfect day. With … Read More

A (New) Volunteer’s Perspective

Saturday, July 19, 2025

by Geoffrey D. Campbell, Save The Bay Volunteer I volunteer at Save The Bay. Since I joined the team in May, I’ve helped to clean up beaches and parks, attached “no dumping” markers to storm drains, and worked several shifts at the front desk of the Hamilton Family Aquarium. On July 19, I will join … Read More

by Geoffrey D. Campbell, Save The Bay Volunteer I volunteer at Save The Bay. Since I joined the team in May, I’ve helped to clean up beaches and parks, attached... ...Read More

Sip, Snack, Save The Bay: A Night at Taste of The Bay

Tuesday, June 24, 2025

Sip, Snack, Save The Bay: A Night at Taste of The Bay By: Emily DeFreitas, Graphic Design & Communications intern Save The Bay’s annual Taste of The Bay is a celebration of the flavors, sights, and sounds of Narragansett Bay held in conjunction with our annual meeting. For many years now, guests have had the … Read More

Sip, Snack, Save The Bay: A Night at Taste of The Bay By: Emily DeFreitas, Graphic Design & Communications intern Save The Bay’s annual Taste of The Bay is a... ...Read More

Meet the Muralist – Amy Bartlett Wright

Thursday, February 20, 2025

Art Mimics Nature Meet Amy Bartlett Wright, a Rhode Island artist who specializes in bringing nature murals to life When art and nature lovers think of paintings that portray the environment in a very engaging way, they likely think of Rhode Island artist Amy Bartlett Wright. If they don’t presently, they certainly will after visiting … Read More

Art Mimics Nature Meet Amy Bartlett Wright, a Rhode Island artist who specializes in bringing nature murals to life When art and nature lovers think of paintings that portray the... ...Read More

Inspiring the Next Generation To Be Bay Stewards

Wednesday, February 5, 2025

Inspiring the Next Generation To Be Bay Stewards By Aura Hernandez, education specialist For over twenty-five years, Save The Bay has been working with the students and teachers at Central Falls High School (CFHS). This field-based program connects students with their local waterbody, which drains into Narragansett Bay. For Central Falls students, this is the … Read More

Our 2025 Legislative Priorities

Monday, January 6, 2025

Save The Bay’s 2025 Legislative Priorities by Jed Thorp, director of advocacy The Rhode Island General Assembly’s 2025 Legislative Session is underway, and Save The Bay is once again championing policies that will protect and improve Narragansett Bay, while defending the Bay against legislation that could cause harm. We are excited to work with legislators … Read More

Save The Bay’s 2024 Bay-Friendly Gift Guide

Thursday, December 5, 2024

Save The Bay’s Bay-Friendly Gift Guide Looking for a gift that gives back? You’re in luck! Share your love for Narragansett Bay with family and friends this holiday season! Save The Bay has something for everyone on your list Plus, you can feel good knowing that each item purchased further supports our mission to protect … Read More

Save The Bay’s Bay-Friendly Gift Guide Looking for a gift that gives back? You’re in luck! Share your love for Narragansett Bay with family and friends this holiday season! Save... ...Read More

Nine Local Organizations Sign Letter Urging EPA to Put Bradford Printing and Finishing on the National Priorities List

Friday, August 16, 2024

Nine Local Organizations Sign Letter Urging EPA to Put Bradford Printing and Finishing on the National Priorities List Click here for the PDF August 16, 2024 EPA Region 1 ATTN: Dr. David Cash, Regional Administrator 5 Post Office Square Suite 100 Boston, MA 02109-3912 RE: Bradford Printing and Finishing Site (EPA ID: RID075679530) Dear Regional … Read More

Nine Local Organizations Sign Letter Urging EPA to Put Bradford Printing and Finishing on the National Priorities List Click here for the PDF August 16, 2024 EPA Region 1 ATTN:... ...Read More

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