The Newport Beer Run—formerly the Craft Brew Races—is a timed 5K road race on July 20, 2024, followed by an unforgettable craft beer festival inside the walls of Fort Adams. A portion of the proceeds from the Newport Beer Run will be donated to the Rhode Island Brewers Guild to support craft beer and brewing […]
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Providence Flea finds new home at 195 District Park
The Providence Flea will be moving to a new location at 195 District Park on the west side of the park for the 2024 season. The flea market is a weekly outdoor summer market that runs every Sunday in downtown Providence from June 2 to September 15. “We have enjoyed a good partnership with the […]
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Rhode Island Department of State seeks nominations for the Second Annual Civic Education Teacher of the Year Award
The Rhode Island Department of State is seeking nominations for the second annual Civic Education Teacher of the Year award, which honors an outstanding teacher who demonstrates a commitment to teaching civics, social studies, or American government. The award will be given with “special consideration to teachers who employ innovative teaching practices and experiential learning […]
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Light Foundation, DEM Team Up For Youth Turkey Hunt
The Light Foundation and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) are once again teaming up to offer a youth wild turkey hunt as part of the Rhode Island youth turkey weekend. This event is free and open for all youth 12-15 and is a great way for new or experienced hunters to get […]
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Officials showcase the electric vehicle DC Fast Chargers charging stations at the Ashaway Park & Ride
Today, Governor Dan McKee and the Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources, in partnership with the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM), showcased the progress of Phase 1 of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Program at the Ashaway Park & Ride. Phase 1 of the […]
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Newport’s Secret Garden Tour needs volunteers
Newport Secret Garden Tour is returning this June, and the organization needs volunteers to help out. The tour runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on June 28-30, and it will showcase 10 different gardens to the public. These beautiful gardens, genuine labors of love that are primarily maintained by the owners, are shared with […]
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Motion State Dance Film Series to screen at the Jamestown Arts Center
The Jamestown Arts Center will screen the Motion State Dance Film Series, New England’s only short film festival dedicated to celebrating contemporary dance on film. The film series takes place on Friday, March 8, 2024, at 7:00 pm at the Jamestown Arts Center. Tickets are $10 for General Admission and $8 for JAC Members, Students, and […]
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Newport Pride Weekend will return in June to celebrate LGBTQ+ community with events and activities
A weekend of celebrations is coming to Newport for the LGBTQ+ community with the annual Newport Pride weekend. The weekend will be filled with various events, activities, and culminating in the annual Newport Pride Festival on June 29. The festivities begin on Friday, June 28 with a Pride Cruise on board Coastal Queen. Details are […]
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RISD Illustration Stars returns to the Providence Athenaeum
March is National Reading Month, where the (somewhat cheesy) slogan “March into reading” decorates classrooms and is celebrated in libraries across the nation. National Reading Month encourages readers of all ages to crack open a book, although there is a large societal focus on teaching and motivating children to read. In Rhode Island, the Providence […]
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7th Annual Newport Burger Bender sets new record
The biggest burger contest in the region has done it again! The 7th Annual Newport Burger Bender, which took place February 16 – 25, 2024, broke last year’s record by more than 1,000 additional burgers sold than in 2023. This year’s contest sold over 7,300 burgers across Newport and Bristol Counties, with over 2,000 votes. In 2023, the contest […]
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Save The Bay opens registration for Rhode Island’s only cross-Bay swim event
By Save the Bay This morning, Save The Bay opens registration for its annual Swim, an event that challenges skilled swimmers to tackle two miles of open water. The nonprofit organization’s flagship fundraiser, taking place this year on Saturday, July 13, starts at the Naval War College in Newport and finishes in Jamestown’s Potter Cove. […]
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USGA announces qualifying sites on path to 2024 U.S. Senior Open at Newport Country Club
Today, the United States Golf Association (USGA) announced qualifying sites for the 44th U.S. Senior Open Championship, to be held at Newport (R.I.) Country Club, from June 27-30. Newport, one of the five founding clubs of the USGA, is hosting its first Senior Open and fifth USGA championship. Conducted over 18 holes, qualifying will be […]
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What Sold: Take a look at 22 homes that exchanged hands last week in Newport County (Feb. 26 – March 1)
Are you considering selling your home? If so, you’ve chosen an opportune moment to make your move. As the spring season unfolds in Newport County, a myriad of factors align to create an ideal environment for sellers. From the enchanting weather conditions to the surge in demand, here are compelling reasons why this spring may […]
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Providence Children’s Museum to host Tir Na Nog Irish Dancers
The Providence Children’s Museum (PCM) will host the Tir Na Nog Irish Dancers on March 16, 2024, as part of the museum’s Cultural Connections program. The Tir Na Nog Irish Dancers are the only non-competitive dance troupe in Rhode Island, and their performance at the PCM will be a unique opportunity for attendees to learn […]
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League of Women Voters of Newport County to host discussion on same-day voter registration
The League of Women Voters of Newport County will host a discussion on same-day voter registration on Monday, March 11, at 6 p.m. The event will take place at the CCRI Auditorium at One John H. Chafee Blvd. in Newport, R.I. Rhode Island Secretary of State Gregg Amore and Alicia Vallette from Common Cause Rhode […]
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Obituary: Young Ho Ok
Young Ho Ok, 81, of Portsmouth, RI, passed away on Friday, March 1, 2024 at home. She was the wife of the late Dong Suk Ok for 46 years. Born in Seoul, Korea, she was the daughter of the late Chi Chung Chang and Keum Yeo (Hwang) Chang. Young was a long-time member of Green […]
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Road Report: Schedule of lane closures and road construction projects (March 2 – 9)
The following road and lane closure notices have been scheduled by the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) and Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA). All schedules are weather-dependent and subject to change. RITBA Weekly Lane Closure Updates March 3 – 9, 2024 Newport Claiborne Pell Bridge: Upcoming improvements in the roadway between the […]
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Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue to perform at IYRS Summer Gala
The IYRS Summer Gala is just a few months away, and anticipation is high for the popular summer fundraiser. Scheduled for Saturday, July 13, 2024, this year’s event promises to be another unforgettable evening because Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue will take the stage! Trombone Shorty is no stranger to Newport and has entertained fans […]
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FabNewport cuts ribbon at First Tee Facility donated by A1 Roofing & Construction
FabNewport has opened Rhode Island’s First Tee Youth Learning and STEM Center at A1 Roofing & Construction on West Main Road in Middletown. The donated facility at A1’s headquarters includes a golf studio and two launch monitors for practice and simulated play. FabNewport was awarded the Chapter due to the vision and commitment of First […]
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A new oil painting exhibition brings Buddhist philosophy to a Newport hotel
Newport is filled with fine art galleries and art shops, but tourists and natives alike may be missing an intimate gallery space nestled in the heart of Hammetts Hotel, right on the corner of America’s Cup Avenue and Thames Street. The Sarah Langley Gallery is on the hotel’s first floor, just to the left of […]
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Colin Channer named Rhode Island’s seventh poet laureate
Gov. Dan McKee on Friday named Colin Channer as Rhode Island’s seventh poet laureate, praising the “accomplished writer” whose work has “touched the lives of so many people.” “Colin Channer is an accomplished writer whose talent and work have touched the lives of so many people,” said Governor McKee. “I’m excited to see him continue […]
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CVS and Walgreens plan to start dispensing abortion pill mifepristone soon
By TOM MURPHY AP Health Writer The drugstore chains CVS Health and Walgreens plan to start dispensing an abortion pill in a few states within weeks. CVS Health will start filling prescriptions for mifepristone in Rhode Island and neighboring Massachusetts “in the weeks ahead,” spokeswoman Amy Thibault said Friday. Walgreens will begin dispensing the medication within a […]
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On The Market: An inside look at this weekend’s Open Houses in Newport County (March 2 – 3)
Whether you’re a first-time buyer or looking to upgrade your living space, Open Houses are a great way to see multiple properties. From charming starter homes to luxury single families, this weekend’s open houses showcase diverse options to suit every lifestyle. Inventory remains extremely scarce across Newport County, and sellers benefit from the lack of […]
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Recap: This week at the Rhode Island General Assembly
Here are the highlights from news and events that took place in the General Assembly this week, as shared by the Legislative Press Bureau at the Rhode Island General Assembly. For more information on any of these items, visit http://www.rilegislature.gov/pressrelease. Sen. Frank Lombardo III, 1958-2024: The Senate honored Sen. Frank Lombardo III, who passed away […]