A treasure trove of Rhode Island history will go under the hammer next month when Nye & Company Auctioneers offers rare artifacts from some of the Ocean State’s most influential families. The two-day auction, scheduled for Sept. 10-11 in Bloomfield, New Jersey, will feature property from the DeWolf, Herreshoff and Brown families — dynasties that […]
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State reps to host special meeting on Revolution Wind project halt
Rhode Island state representatives Lauren Carson and Terri Cortvriend will host a special Zoom meeting Tuesday, Sept. 2, at 6:30 p.m. to address the federal government’s sudden decision to halt construction of the Revolution Wind project. The meeting comes after the Trump administration ordered Danish developer Ørsted to stop all construction on the nearly complete offshore […]
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Newport Tree Conservancy finds permanent home for nursery operations
After nearly four decades of nurturing Newport’s urban forest, the Newport Tree Conservancy has secured a permanent home for its tree propagation efforts. The organization, founded in 1987 as the Newport Tree Society, will operate from the newly established Minnie Cushing Coleman Heritage Tree Nursery on Coggeshall Avenue. The move comes after years of uncertainty […]
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RIPTA to run holiday schedule Monday; Newport ferry shuttle switches to fall timetable
Rhode Island Public Transit Authority will operate on a Sunday/Holiday schedule Monday, Sept. 1, in observance of Labor Day, with Newport seeing mixed impacts as some services continue while others scale back. The Newport Transportation Center will buck the trend of other RIPTA facilities by remaining open during the holiday. The customer service kiosk will […]
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Obituary: James Reise
James “Jim” Allyn Reise, 85, of Jamestown, RI, and Bonita Springs, FL, passed away peacefully at home on August 22, 2025, with his loving wife, Rita, by his side. Born in Newport, Rhode Island, Jim was the son of Gertrude (Raposa) and John Reise. He attended De La Salle Academy and enjoyed a charmed childhood […]
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Notes: Newport Pride’s Velvet Ball returns to Ochre Court with Moulin Rouge theme
Good morning, Newport! 👋 Today is Wednesday, Aug. 27, the 239th day of 2025. There are 126 days left in the year. 🚨 You need to know Newport Pride announced its annual Velvet Ball will return Saturday, Oct. 25, at the historic Ochre Court Mansion at Salve Regina University. This year’s event will draw inspiration […]
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ITHF Induction highlights: Tennis Wave at Bowen’s Wharf was awesome!
Serena Williams’ cameo during the International Tennis Hall of Fame Induction (ITHF) ceremony may have had the lion’s share of attention (for good reason! Amazing!!), but there were a few other events that were major standouts this year. The Induction Celebration kicked off with the Tennis Wave event on Thursday that transported a temporary tennis […]
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Obituary: Kathleen Souza
Kathleen C. Souza, 84, of Middletown, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully in the loving embrace of her family on August 24, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late Francis A. Souza, with whom she shared a lifetime of love and companionship. Born in Newport, Rhode Island on April 13, 1941, Kathy was the […]
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Rhode Island health officials close two Middletown beaches due to high bacteria levels
The Rhode Island Department of Health on Tuesday recommended closing swimming areas at two Middletown beaches due to elevated bacteria levels that pose health risks to swimmers. Third Beach and Peabody’s Beach were added to the state’s beach closure list after water samples showed bacteria counts exceeding safe swimming standards, according to a RIDOH press […]
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Audrain Newport Concours unveils Jay Leno, Ford CEO for seminars
Television personality Jay Leno and Ford Motor Co. CEO Jim Farley will headline the 2025 Audrain Newport Concours & Motor Week Speaker Series, organizers announced Tuesday. The seminars will run Oct. 3-4 at the historic Casino Theater on the International Tennis Hall of Fame grounds, featuring automotive industry leaders and celebrities discussing car culture and […]
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Newport superintendent to address community questions in monthly live forum
Newport School Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain will sit down with What’sUpNewp tomorrow afternoon for her regular monthly conversation with the community, offering parents, students, and residents a direct line to district leadership just one week before the new school year begins. The live virtual discussion, scheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 27, at 1:30 p.m., provides a platform […]
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Rhode Island prosecutor put on unpaid leave after warning ‘You’re gonna regret this’ during arrest
By LEAH WILLINGHAM and KIMBERLEE KRUESI Associated Press PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — A Rhode Island state prosecutor was put on unpaid leave for six months after she was captured on police body camera footage warning one of the officers who were arresting her on a trespassing charge that he was “gonna regret it.” Special Assistant Attorney General […]
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Obituary: Joseph Monahan
Joseph Monahan was born in 1944 to Edward and Hope Monahan. He was born and died in the family home in Bristol, Rhode Island where he provided loving care to his mother, “Hopie” until her passing. After a life full of adventures and fun that included; childhood escapades, competitive sailing, hiking mountains and trails throughout […]
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Notes: Historic Jamestown regatta returns for 98th year this weekend
Good morning, Newport! 👋 Today is Tuesday, Aug. 26, the 238th day of 2025. There are 127 days left in the year. 🚨 You need to know Nearly a century after its inaugural race, one of Narragansett Bay’s most storied sailing competitions will take center stage this Labor Day weekend as Conanicut Yacht Club hosts […]
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What Sold: A look at 20 recent sales across Newport County (Aug. 18 – 22)
In my Sunday column for WhatsUpNewp, I spoke about how Newport County real estate is at a crossroads. We’re in a market that is no longer defined by the frenzied bidding wars of just a few years ago, but one that is now being shaped by value-based buyers, more measured seller expectations, and the uncertainty […]
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Veterans prove age no barrier in inaugural Great Grandmasters team race
In conditions that would challenge sailors half their age, competitors 60 and older battled gusty winds and driving rain as Hurricane Erin passed offshore during the inaugural New York Yacht Club Great Grandmasters Team Race last week. The New York Yacht Club team dominated the competition, going undefeated through seven round-robin races before defeating Noroton […]
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What’s Up this week in Newport County: Aug. 25 – Sept. 1
Newport County is closing out August with a robust slate of entertainment and community activities, offering something for every interest as the summer season draws to a close. The week’s events span from outdoor concerts and farmers markets to specialized tours and recreational activities across multiple municipalities. Music enthusiasts will find particularly strong offerings, with […]
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Democrats ask Trump to resume a major offshore wind project near Rhode Island
NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (AP) — A nearly complete wind farm off the coast of Rhode Island and Connecticut faces an uncertain future after the Trump administration abruptly halted construction, and the states’ Democratic governors, lawmakers and union workers called Monday for the president to reverse course. The administration said last week that the federal government […]
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Newport rally planned to oppose Trump wind project halt
Climate Action Rhode Island will host a rally Tuesday evening at Queen Anne Square to oppose President Donald Trump’s order halting construction on the Revolution Wind offshore project. The 5:30 p.m. protest will feature remarks from Rhode Island elected officials and community leaders about the nearly complete wind farm, which is more than 80% finished […]
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How gas prices have changed in Rhode Island in the last week
Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Rhode Island. Gas prices are as of August 25. Rhode Island by the numbers- Gas current price: $3.04- Week change: +$0.01 (+0.2%)- Year change: -$0.25 (-7.7%)- Historical expensive gas price: $5.02 (6/13/22) – Diesel current price: $3.82- Week change: +$0.01 (+0.2%)- Year change: -$0.16 (-4.1%)- Historical expensive diesel […]
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Obituary: Mark Pinto
Mark S. Pinto, passed away peacefully on August 21, 2025 with his devoted wife by his side. He fought a brief but courageous battle of cancer with his family supporting him throughout this journey. Mark was born in Newport on July 6, 1963 to Agnes and John Pinto Jr. Mark was raised in Middletown, Rhode […]
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Notes: Rhode Island officials to hold press conference opposing Trump wind project halt
Good morning, Newport! 👋 Today is Monday, Aug. 25, the 237th day of 2025. There are 128 days left in the year. 🚨 You need to know Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee and Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont on Saturday criticized President Donald Trump’s order to halt construction on the Revolution Wind offshore project, which is […]
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Tennis Hall of Fame closed out a momentous Induction with Serenapova and a rockin’ concert
Every International Tennis Hall of Fame (ITHF) Induction Celebration is special and it’s a huge privilege to see these icons of the sport honored right here in Newport. This year’s event was different, separating the celebration from the tournament, and placing it later on the Newport summer calendar in August. But ITHF delivered a show-stopping […]
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Great white sharks are going north. Here’s what the numbers say
SCARBOROUGH, Maine (AP) — New data shows that great white sharks are spending more time in the chilly waters off New England and Canada’s Atlantic coast. That means boaters, beachgoers and fishermen who spend time in the northern waters are learning to live with the predators made famous by the movie “Jaws” 50 years ago. Sightings of the sharks […]
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Great white sharks head north, following seals and alarming beachgoers
SCARBOROUGH, Maine (AP) — Rick Clough spent some four decades fishing for lobsters and sea urchins off the Maine coast before spotting one of the ocean’s most recognized predators — a great white shark. The approximately 8-foot (2.4-meter) shark, seen off the beach town of Scarborough in July, surprised Clough, but didn’t make him fear the […]
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Morning Notes: Community investment fund brings final tour stop to Middletown
Good morning, Newport! 👋 Today is Sunday, Aug. 24, the 236th day of 2025. There are 129 days left in the year. 🚨 You need to know Rhode Island’s first community investment fund will conclude its summer coffee shop tour Wednesday at Custom House Coffee in Middletown, bringing its community outreach effort to Aquidneck Island […]
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Sharapova, Bryan Brothers inducted into International Tennis Hall of Fame
Maria Sharapova and doubles legends Bob and Mike Bryan were formally inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame on Saturday, joining tennis immortality in a ceremony that brought the sport’s elite to Newport’s iconic grounds. The three inductees bring the Hall of Fame’s total membership to 270 legends representing 28 nations. The ceremony capped […]
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Theatre by the Sea closes season with Elvis musical ‘Heartbreak Hotel’
Theatre by the Sea closes out its 2025 season with “Heartbreak Hotel,” the jukebox musical featuring over 40 songs from the King of Rock & Roll, Elvis Presley. The show chronicles Elvis’ life from his dirt-poor childhood in Memphis through his 1968 TV special on NBC, often called his comeback show. The younger Elvis (Laird […]
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Tyler Bernadyn: Newport County real estate – A market in transition
The Newport County housing market is entering a transitional phase as we close out the summer. The pace is not uniform, some homes are selling in a matter of days, while others sit on the market for weeks or even months. It’s a reminder that the current market is highly variable and increasingly price-point driven. […]
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Maria Sharapova and Bryan Brothers enter tennis hall, with surprise appearance by Serena Williams
NEWPORT, R.I. (AP) — Serena Williams made a a surprise — and early — appearance at the International Tennis Hall of Fame, emerging from behind the stage to introduce “former rival, former fan and forever friend” Maria Sharapova for her induction on Saturday night. Williams, a 23-time Grand Slam champion who will be eligible for […]
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2025 Tennis Hall of Fame Induction: Maria Sharapova and Bryan Brothers talked about the sacrifices made for their careers
The International Tennis Hall of Fame (ITHF) will be inducting three legends in the sport on Saturday, August 23, with Maria Sharapova and doubles icons Bob and Mike Bryan being celebrated for their legacy in the sport of tennis. All three achieved the career Grand Slam, winning all four majors. Sharapova was the 10th women’s […]
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Trump halts work on New England offshore wind project that’s nearly complete
By ISABELLA O’MALLEY Associated Press The Trump administration halted construction on a nearly complete offshore wind project near Rhode Island as the White House continues to attack the battered U.S. offshore wind industry that scientists say is crucial to the urgent fight against climate change. Danish wind farm developer Orsted says the Revolution Wind project […]
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Obituary: Margery Silvia
Margery Ellen Silvia, 93, of Middletown, Rhode Island, died on August 20, 2025. She was the wife of the late Manuel Silvia. Born in Wickford, RI on June 22, 1932, She was the daughter of the late Herman and Lois (Smith) Berthold. She grew up on Broadway in Newport, and soon was working at the […]
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Obituary: Dennis Brown
Dennis Brown, beloved husband and father, passed away quietly at home on the morning of August 19th, 2025, aged 79. He leaves his loving wife Mary Ellen Brown (Mobbs), sons Dennis Jr. and Jack, grandchildren Amos, Esme, and Frankie, former spouse Dale, and many friends. The son of John and Helen Brown (Flannery), Dennis was […]
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Obituary: Darlene Faria
Darlene Faria, 61, of Newport, Rhode Island, died on August 17, 2025. She was the wife of the late Scott Poling. Born in Fall River, MA on April 18, 1964, She was the daughter of the late William and Natalie Helpen. Darlene was a talented nurse and never lost her faith even when setbacks changed […]
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Highest-rated wineries in Rhode Island by visitors
Napa Valley isn’t the only travel destination in the United States for a good glass of wine. While California’s wine country is known for being a top winery destination (and also home to the award-winning bottle of Chardonnay that won top honors at the Judgment of Paris competition in 1976), wine connoisseurs no longer have […]
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Tennis Hall of Fame induction celebration continues with Celebrity Pro Classic
The International Tennis Hall of Fame’s 2025 Induction Celebration continued Friday with the Celebrity Pro Classic, featuring Hollywood stars teaming with tennis legends on Stadium Court. Television stars Uzo Aduba, Hanna Berner and Angela Kinsey took the court with Hall of Famers Andy Roddick, Kim Clijsters, Arantxa Sanchez Vicario and James Blake, along with Class […]
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Morning Notes: Naval Station Newport to host Navy 250 concert and fireworks today
Good morning, Newport! 👋 Today is Saturday, Aug. 23, the 235th day of 2025. There are 130 days left in the year. 🚨 You need to know Naval Station Newport will present a special Salute to Navy 250 concert and fireworks display this evening, featuring multiple bands and food trucks in celebration of the Navy’s […]
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Newport International Boat Show announces full slate of activities
The Newport International Boat Show will feature expanded activities and educational programs when it returns to downtown Newport for its 54th year Sept. 11-14. The show, presented by BankNewport, will span 17 acres at the Newport Yachting Center Marina and showcase 350 new sailboats and powerboats, including some making their U.S. debuts. This year’s event […]
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Newport Mental Health offers free wellness event for students
Newport Mental Health will host a free wellness event Monday designed to help students prepare mentally for the upcoming school year. The “Get Grounded” event will run from 2 to 4 p.m. at Miantonomi Park and is open to elementary, middle and high school students throughout Newport County and their families. No registration is required. […]
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Tennis Hall of Fame begins 2025 induction celebration
The International Tennis Hall of Fame’s 2025 Induction Celebration opened Thursday with waterfront activities and an evening dinner, launching three days of events honoring this year’s inductees. The festivities began at Bowen’s Wharf with The Tennis Wave presented by 11th Hour Racing, featuring a portable tennis court hosting USTA Red Ball Clinics, a Bryan brothers […]
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Morning Notes: Newport Car Museum to host Mustang Day Sept. 13
Good morning, Newport! 👋 Today is Friday, Aug. 22, the 234th day of 2025. There are 131 days left in the year. 🚨 You need to know The Newport Car Museum will host a Mustang Day on Saturday, Sept. 13, inviting Mustang clubs throughout New England to participate in the event. Among the clubs signed […]
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Obituary: Carolyn A. Musgrave
Carolyn Ann Musgrave, age 73, of George St, Newport, RI passed away after a short illness on August 21, 2025. She was born in Waterville, Maine to the late Charles and Emily (McFarland) Clifford. Carolyn is survived by her loving husband of 53 years Nigel Musgrave, her children James (Lisa) Musgrave of Providence, RI and […]
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Highest-rated museums in Rhode Island by visitors
Museums are popular tourist attractions because they provide fun ways to learn about history, science, and culture. As stewards of our civilization, they collect and exhibit items of significant importance, typically based around a theme, topic, or place. Many cover areas like art, natural history, or science, but some museums dedicate themselves to highly specific […]
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Rookie Roman Anthony homers, drives in 3 in Yankee Stadium debut as Red Sox outlast Yanks 6-3
By LARRY FLEISHER Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — Rookie Roman Anthony hit a two-run homer in the ninth inning and drove in three runs in a memorable Yankee Stadium debut and the Boston Red Sox survived struggles at the plate for a 6-3 victory over the New York Yankees on Thursday night. Nathaniel Lowe […]
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Newport professor receives prestigious NSF award to study Antarctic leopard seals
A Newport resident and University of Rhode Island professor has been awarded one of the nation’s most prestigious early-career faculty awards to study one of Antarctica’s most mysterious predators. Sarah Kienle, an assistant professor in URI’s natural resources science department, received a five-year, $848,602 National Science Foundation Faculty Early Career Development Program award to investigate […]
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What’s Up in Newport County this weekend: Aug. 21 – 24
Newport County residents and visitors have dozens of events to choose from this weekend, ranging from live music and comedy shows to farmers markets and cultural festivals. The four-day lineup includes the International Tennis Hall of Fame’s Induction Celebration, the Black Ships Festival spanning Newport and Bristol, and performances by acts like Fitz and the […]
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Newport Art Museum raises record $648,500 in summer fundraising events
The Newport Art Museum announced Thursday that its signature summer fundraising events generated a record $648,500 to support exhibitions and programming, with attendance reaching more than 1,400 people across three days. The museum’s Summer Art Party and Wet Paint events raised $428,500 for ongoing exhibitions, programming and community outreach. An additional $220,000 was raised to […]
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Newport City Council to consider composting program, harbor patrol vessel contract
The Newport City Council will consider a residential curbside composting service agreement and a contract for a new harbormaster patrol vessel when it meets Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. in City Council Chambers at 43 Broadway. The council will vote on a service agreement with Black Earth Compost for residential curbside composting and award a contract […]
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Morning Notes: Historic Tiverton estate sells for $4.5 million in second-highest sale on record
Good morning, Newport! 👋 Today is Thursday, Aug. 21, the 233rd day of 2025. There are 132 days left in the year. 🚨 You need to know A historic 84-acre estate has sold for $4.5 million, marking the second-highest residential sale on record in Tiverton and the highest since August 2024, according to Mott & […]
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Obituary: Rose Rivera
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Rose Rivera, who left us peacefully on August 17, 2025, at the age of 89. Born on December 29, 1935, in the Philippines to Lourdes and Pedro, Rose was the proud oldest sibling of three brothers and two sisters. She often spoke with admiration of […]
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A beautiful tradition: Dignitaries commemorated reading of George Washington’s letter
In a time of divisiveness, the reading of General George Washington’s 1790 letter to the Hebrew Congregation at Touro Synagogue brought solace to the capacity crowd who came to honor the 78th annual reading in Newport. On Sunday, Newport once again honored one of the most enduring civic traditions in the area: the reading of […]
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Newport Vineyards celebrates 30 years with limited-edition wines
Newport Vineyards is marking its 30th anniversary with the release of two limited-edition wines and a series of celebratory events throughout the fall. The vineyard, founded by brothers John and Paul Nunes in 1995, will debut Milestone Blanc and Milestone Red during its exclusive Milestone Release Weekend from Aug. 22-24. Milestone Blanc is an unoaked […]
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Obituary: Eulalia Curtis
Eulalia Ellen (Collins) Curtis, known to all as Eula, slipped from this world at 93, leaving behind a legacy of friendship, family, and faith that will ripple for generations. Born the cherished only child of Mary (Kelly) and Glen Collins, Eula was raised in Newport, where she first learned the rhythm of the tides and […]
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Obituary: Ruth Nolan Dunn
Ruth Adele Ann Nolan Dunn of Newport and Middletown, RI passed peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at St. Clare Nursing Home in Newport. The family is deeply grateful to all of Ruth’s caregivers for their kindness and compassion over the past year. Ruth was born on Rhode Island Independence Day, […]
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Orioles blow late lead, then beat Boston 4-3 in 11 on Basallo’s RBI
By DOUG ALDEN Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — Samuel Basallo drove in the go-ahead run on a groundout in the 11th inning and the Baltimore Orioles held on to beat the Boston Red Sox 4-3 on Tuesday night after blowing a two-run lead in the ninth. The Orioles won their third straight and for the […]
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Newport launches upgraded tax billing, new utility billing systems
Newport residents will see updates to both tax and utility billing systems this month as the city rolls out upgraded platforms designed to streamline online payments. Tax bills arriving in mailboxes feature a new design with clearer account information, an updated customer portal link and total tax bills reflecting all eligible exemptions. The first quarter […]
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Tiverton Public Library to mark 10th anniversary with community celebration
The Tiverton Public Library will celebrate its 10th anniversary with a community party on Saturday, Sept. 27, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The celebration will feature two-time Grammy-winning storyteller and musician Bill Harley, who will perform narrative songs and stories. Mrs. Katz and Her Hats will host a children’s storytime from 10:30 to 11 […]
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Gerry Goldstein: For better or worse, A.I. bronzes Brady
Whenever a new statue is unveiled, you can be sure opinion will divide on whether it hits the mark. And that’s been the case since the Patriots recently introduced their new iteration of legendary Tom Brady, a bronze colossus that with its five-foot base stands 17 feet tall. The image by Massachusetts sculptor Jeff Buccacio, […]
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Obituary: Arthur Paiva
Arthur Paiva, a devoted family man, tireless community servant, and a true Newport character, passed away on his 93rd birthday, Tuesday, August 12th, at 9:00pm at the Rhode Island Veterans’ Home. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Marie Elizabeth Stricker Paiva, and his son-in-law, Mark Stephen Weed. Arthur’s legacy lives on through […]
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State regulators seek public feedback on banning new gas connections on Aquidneck Island
by Nancy Lavin, Rhode Island Current August 20, 2025 Do supply problems and state decarbonization goals warrant an end to new natural gas connections on Aquidneck Island?State regulators are asking Newport residents to weigh in at a 6 p.m. meeting Wednesday night at Innovate Newport. The event kicks off an exploratory review over the abstract […]
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How a ship that glides like a pelican could change travel and defense
By MATT O’BRIEN AP Technology Writer NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (AP) — The winged passenger ferry gliding over the surface of Narragansett Bay could be a new method of coastal transportation or a new kind of warship. Its maker, Regent Craft, is betting on both. Twelve quietly buzzing propellers line the 65-foot (20-meter) wingspan of Paladin, […]
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Movies and TV shows casting in Rhode Island
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities’ Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of […]
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Morning Notes: Newport Sings offers free choral programs for teens, adults
Good morning, Newport! 👋 Today is Wednesday, Aug. 20, the 232nd day of 2025. There are 133 days left in the year. 🚨 You need to know Newport Sings is launching its fall programming with three distinctive choral opportunities for teens and adults across Aquidneck Island, all beginning the week of Sept. 15. The organization […]
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Orioles blow late lead, then beat Boston 4-3 in 11 on Basallo’s RBI
By DOUG ALDEN Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — Samuel Basallo drove in the go-ahead run on a groundout in the 11th inning and the Baltimore Orioles held on to beat the Boston Red Sox 4-3 on Tuesday night after blowing a two-run lead in the ninth. The Orioles won their third straight and for the […]
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Update: More details emerge in Newport assistant attorney general arrest case
Since the initial reports of Special Assistant Attorney General Devon Hogan Flanagan’s arrest at The Clarke Cooke House, several new developments have surfaced that provide additional context to the Aug. 14 incident. Arrest details from police records According to the Newport Police Department’s arrest blotter, both Flanagan (identified as Devon F. Hogan, 34, of Warwick) […]
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Police: No foul play in death of man found on Jamestown beach
JAMESTOWN, R.I. — The body found washed ashore near Heads Beach has been identified as a white male between 60 and 70 years old, with no signs of foul play, Jamestown police said Monday. The Jamestown Police Department, working with Rhode Island State Police, provided an update nine days after a swimmer discovered the unidentified […]
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Rhode Island officials warn beachgoers of dangerous surf from Hurricane Erin
Rhode Island officials are urging residents and visitors to exercise extreme caution along the state’s coastline as Hurricane Erin passes offshore, creating dangerous surf conditions and life-threatening rip currents through Friday. Gov. Dan McKee and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management issued the warning Tuesday as the National Weather Service posted a high surf […]
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State health officials reopen Easton’s Beach for swimming
The Rhode Island Department of Health announced Tuesday that Easton’s Beach in Newport has been cleared for swimming after bacteria levels returned to safe standards. The popular Newport beach was closed to swimmers on Aug. 15 due to elevated bacteria counts but reopened Tuesday after a four-day closure, according to RIDOH officials. The department monitors […]
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Things to know about dangerous rip currents and how swimmers caught in one can escape
By LEAH WILLINGHAM, CURT ANDERSON and PATRICK WHITTLE Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — Rip currents are one of the coast’s greatest dangers and account for the most beach rescues every year. Hurricane Erin is bringing the potentially deadly currents to the East Coast this week. About 100 people drown from rip currents along U.S. beaches each year, […]
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Obituary: Patrick J. Crookes
Patrick John Crookes,77, of Warwick, RI passed away peacefully surrounded by family at the West Roxbury VA Medical Center in West Roxbury, MA on Thursday, August 14, 2025. Patrick was born on December 6, 1947, to the late Arthur Crookes Jr. and Kathleen O’Brien Crookes in Newport, RI where he lived for most of his […]
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Obituary: Gerald Warren
On Saturday, August 16, 2025, Gerald Richard Warren of Thornton, NH passed away in the loving arms of his family at the age of 74. Gerald was born on August 16, 1951, in Newport, Rhode Island to the late William Charles Warren and Barbara (Secort) Warren. He grew up in Portsmouth, RI and was a […]
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Morning Notes: JPT Film & Event Center brings blockbuster films, live music to close out summer
Good morning, Newport! 👋 Today is Tuesday, Aug. 19, the 231st day of 2025. There are 134 days left in the year. 🚨 You need to know As summer winds down, The JPT Film & Event Center is ramping up with a diverse lineup that spans decades of cinema and showcases live entertainment through early September. The […]
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Tennis Hall of Fame’s revamped Induction Weekend to feature fan celebrations, celebrities and concert
This year’s International Tennis Hall of Fame (ITHF) Induction Celebration will have a distinctive look and feel from past ceremonies. After the ATP’s decision to offload several 250 tournaments—the Hall of Fame Open among them—ITHF took the opportunity to retool its Induction Weekend, which had occurred on the second to last day of the tournament. […]
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Trevor Rogers helps Orioles beat Red Sox. Gunnar Henderson homers, Samuel Basallo has 2 hits, 2 RBIs
BOSTON (AP) — Trevor Rogers took a shutout into the seventh inning, and Gunnar Henderson had a solo homer and an RBI triple on Monday night to lead the Baltimore Orioles to a 6-3 victory over the Boston Red Sox. Top Orioles prospect Samuel Basallo, who was the No. 8 prospect in all of baseball […]
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20 states and DC sue DOJ to stop immigration requirements on victim funds
By CLAUDIA LAUER and MIKE CATALINI Associated Press A coalition of attorneys general from 20 states and Washington, D.C., is asking a federal judge to stop the U.S. Department of Justice from withholding federal funds earmarked for crime victims if states don’t cooperate with the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement efforts. The lawsuit filed Monday in […]
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Award-winning violinist Lun Li to perform at Belmont Chapel
Fresh off sold-out concerts in June and August and a recent “Best of Rhode Island 2025” recognition by Rhode Island Monthly Magazine, Puddingstone Music will present award-winning violinist Lun Li in an intimate performance at Belmont Chapel. “A Long Walk Through the Night” is scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 7, from 3 to 5:30 p.m., marking […]
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Newport regatta to benefit three marine nonprofits
NEWPORT, R.I. — Three nonprofit organizations focused on sailing and marine safety will benefit from the annual Sail for Hope regatta scheduled for Sept. 27 around Jamestown, organizers announced Monday. The fundraising race will support Warrior Sailing, which teaches wounded veterans sailing skills, the Better Bay Alliance’s boating safety programs, and Sail Newport’s community access initiatives. Warrior […]
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So ‘Gilded Age’: Iconic images from Newport’s Weekend of Coaching
It was like a scene out of HBO’s “The Gilded Age,” with historic horse-drawn carriages traversing along Bellevue Ave, Ocean Drive, and stopping by several of The Preservation of Newport County’s (PSNC) mansions. For three days, the “Weekend of Coaching” graced the streets and mansions with impeccably preserved 19th-century coaches, each drawn by four magnificent […]
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Salve Regina names new vice provost for graduate programs
Salve Regina University has appointed Dr. Aaron Lorenz as vice provost of graduate and professional studies, the university announced Monday. Lorenz will lead strategy and planning for graduate programs at the Catholic university, building on Salve’s position as a provider of graduate education. He will report to Provost Dr. Nancy Schreiber and replace Dr. David […]
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Obituary: Samuel Fay
Samuel Peter Fay, 78 of Tiverton, RI passed away on July 31, 2025. He was born on April 30, 1947, in Portsmouth, RI, son of the late Lester and JosephineSam spent a fulfilling career as a store manager at the Stop & Shop Supermarket in Middletown for over 30 years, where he started out as a stock […]
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Morning Notes: Newport Public Schools to host free back to school bash Sept. 2
Good morning, Newport! 👋 Today is Sunday, Aug. 17, the 229th day of 2025. There are 136 days left in the year. 🚨 You need to know Newport Public Schools will welcome students and families back for the 2025-26 school year with a free community celebration next month. The annual Back to School Bash will […]
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35 boats compete in 20th Ida Lewis Distance Race offshore challenge
NEWPORT, R.I. — The 20th Ida Lewis Distance Race provided a demanding offshore test for 35 teams that started Friday morning in blustery east northeasterly winds of 12-15 knots outside Newport Harbor. The 24-hour endurance race extended to 25-27 hours for some competitors due to stretches of light to no wind, with 10 boats retiring […]
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Morning Notes: Easton’s Beach remains closed for third day due to bacteria
Good morning, Newport! 👋 Today is Sunday, Aug. 17, the 229th day of 2025. There are 136 days left in the year. 🚨 You need to know NEWPORT — Easton’s Beach remains closed to swimmers for a third day Sunday due to elevated bacteria levels, while two other Newport beaches have been cleared for swimming […]
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Obituary: Carole Anderson
Carole (Majure) Anderson of Bristol, RI., passed on July 30th, 2025 at 87. Born November 11, 1937, in Galveston, TX, Carole attended Lamar High School in Houston and received her BA from the University of Texas in Austin. Preceded in death by parents Ray M. and Catherine (Anderson) Majure, and sister and brother-in-law Mary Catherine and […]
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Trevor Story hits a 3-run homer as the Red Sox hold off the Marlins for a 7-5 win
By BRENDAN McGAIR Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — Trevor Story hit a three-run homer, and the Boston Red Sox held off the Miami Marlins for a 7-5 victory on Saturday. Roman Anthony and Alex Bregman — Boston’s first two hitters — each had two hits as the Red Sox improved to 41-22 at Fenway Park. […]
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Patriots beat Vikings 20-12 as rookies Henderson and Chism each record another preseason TD
By DAVE CAMPBELL AP Pro Football Writer MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — New England rookies TreVeyon Henderson and Efton Chism III each had another preseason touchdown, and the Patriots beat the Minnesota Vikings 20-12 on Saturday. Henderson, the second-round draft pick from national champion Ohio State who’s been turning heads in training camp and tracking toward a […]
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Two artists explore ancestry and memory in dual Jamestown Arts Center exhibitions
JAMESTOWN, R.I. — Two solo exhibitions opening Sept. 12 at the Jamestown Arts Center will examine themes of ancestry, cultural memory and perseverance through distinctly different artistic lenses. Pittsburgh-based artist DS Kinsel’s “Bohemian Ossuary” and Providence-based artist Becci Davis’ “Bloodstone + Home” will run through Nov. 8, with an opening reception and artists’ talk scheduled […]
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Two Newport beaches reopen as Easton’s Beach remains closed
Two Newport beaches have been cleared for swimming after bacteria levels returned to safe ranges, though Easton’s Beach remains closed due to ongoing water quality concerns. The Rhode Island Department of Health announced Saturday that Spouting Rock Beach Association and Gooseberry Beach have been reopened to swimmers. Both beaches were closed Thursday after testing revealed […]
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Helen Hames: Elder Abuse – The silent epidemic
The silently simmering epidemic of elder abuse has drawn together a powerful coalition of organizations determined to turn up the volume–raising awareness and driving action. Earlier this week, representatives from the Senior Agenda Coalition of RI (SACRI), the Rhode Island Coalition for Elder Justice (RICEJ), the Rhode Island State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Office, St. Elizabeth […]
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Morning Notes: 16th Annual Swim Across America event set for September 6 in Narragansett
Good morning, Newport! 👋 Today is Saturday, Aug. 16, the 228th day of 2025. There are 137 days left in the year. Today’s Weather: Sunny, with a high near 77. Calm wind becoming southeast 5 to 9 mph in the morning. 🚨 You need to know More than 900 swimmers and volunteers will gather at […]
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Trevor Story gives Red Sox MLB-best 10th walk-off win of season and a 2-1 victory over Miami Marlins
Trevor Story bounced one through the drawn-in infield with the bases loaded and nobody out in the ninth inning — just Boston’s third hit of the game — and the Red Sox beat the Miami Marlins 2-1 on Friday night. It was Boston’s 10th walk-off win of the season, the most in the majors. Josh […]
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Things to do in Newport County this weekend: Aug. 15 – 17
Newport County residents and visitors have an exceptional array of activities to choose from this weekend, with cultural celebrations, equestrian events, and historical programming taking center stage. The three-day Hellenic Fest at St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church runs Friday through Sunday, offering authentic Greek food and music. Meanwhile, “A Weekend of Coaching” brings equestrian enthusiasts […]
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Letter to the Editor: Setting the record straight on Middletown’s affordable housing progress
In response to Town Council member Barbara VonVillas’ comments at the last Council meeting, and her recent Letter to the Editor: The Middletown Affordable Housing Committee (AHC) is charged with looking at town-owned properties for affordable housing, not privately-owned property like Rosebrook Commons, so I am not wrong when I state, in the 10 years […]
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Tree of Life yacht offers luxury sailing charters from Newport Harbor
The 33-year-old sailing yacht Tree of Life operates luxury charter services from Newport Harbor, offering an alternative to larger commercial tour boats on Narragansett Bay. Built in 1991 at Covey Island Boatworks in Nova Scotia, the vessel has been based in Newport for several years under the operation of Capt. Josh Jacques and his wife, […]
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Veronica Bruno: Newport gallery report—the breadth of shows at Redwood Library and Athenaeum
There were so many gorgeous shows that opened throughout Newport over the summer. But in this report, we’re focusing on the shows that dazzled each of the gallery spaces at the Redwood Library and Athenaeum, right next to the Newport Art Museum. The breadth of exhibits on display really is a testament to the organization’s […]
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Morning Notes: Newport artists shine in statewide exhibition at WaterFire Arts Center
Good morning, Newport! 👋 Today is Friday, Aug. 15, the 227th day of 2025. There are 138 days left in the year. Today’s Weather: Sunny, with a high near 81. Northeast wind around 11 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. 🚨 You need to know Two Newport artists are making their mark in […]
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‘Jaws’ returns to Newport with 4K restoration, week-long screenings at The JPT Film & Event Center
The Jane Pickens Theatre & Event Center at 49 Touro Street will transform Newport into Amity Island for a Labor Day celebration of Steven Spielberg’s classic thriller “Jaws.” The weeklong event runs Aug. 29 through Sept. 4, featuring a nationwide 4K restoration of the 1975 blockbuster that helped define the summer movie season. “We needed […]
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Milkshakes, malts, concretes, frappes and more: A (delicious) guide to frozen drinks
By KATIE WORKMAN Associated Press In the summer heat, we find ourselves drawn to that glorious section of the drinks menu that promises relief in the form of a cold, creamy, brain-freezing indulgence. But ordering a frozen drink looks different in different parts of the U.S., and in different restaurants and ice cream shops. So, what is […]