Newport County

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By NUWC Division Newport Public Affairs NEWPORT, R.I.  –  “Headin’ down south to the land of the pines, I’m thumbin’ my way into North Caroline…” sang Sal Gonzalez, who began a presentation at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division (NUWC) Newport by reciting a few verses of country star Darius Rucker’s “Wagon Wheel.” Gonzalez, a spokesman for […]

Finally after a three-year hiatus due to COVID and weather cancellations the Annual Newport Illuminated Boat Parade set sail last Friday, November 24th, 2023. Spectators viewed the dazzling display of nautical holiday spirit from many points on the Newport waterfront as the decorated vessels circumnavigated Newport Harbor.  With over 30 vessels in the parade, all […]

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Josh Oduro scored 29 points, Bryce Hopkins had 25 points and 14 rebounds, and Providence defeated Lehigh 78-64 on Friday night. Oduro also had seven rebounds for the Friars (5-1). Devin Carter added 10 points. The Mountain Hawks (1-5) were led by Dominic Parolin, who recorded 18 points. Lehigh also got […]

This holiday season, the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center’s need for community support is greater than ever before. The Center will provide toys and gifts for over 1,100 local children at Santa’s Workshop, its holiday gift assistance program. Over 900 families were helped via the Center’s Thanksgiving meal assistance program with  more expected […]

The Preservation Society of Newport County today announced that it has appealed federal agency decisions approving massive wind farms off the coast of Rhode Island. The Preservation Society says that filed the appeals on November 22, 2023, in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia. According to The Preservation Society, “the appeals detail […]

KINGSTON, R.I. (AP) — Brandon Weston had 17 points in Rhode Island’s 97-59 win over Johnson & Wales (R.I.) on Wednesday. Weston shot 6 for 9, including 3 for 3 from beyond the arc for the Rams (4-2). Jaden House scored 16 points while shooting 7 for 14, including 2 for 4 from beyond the […]

With among the most lenient drunk driving laws in the nation, a number of Rhode Island legislators are again planning to introduce legislation to tighten those laws, and hopefully reduce drunk driving deaths. The legislators, however, in promoting their renewed effort said a Forbes Advisor 2022 report ranked Rhode Island as having the second highest […]

In February 2022 the Australian National Maritime Museum announced that, based on a preponderance of evidence, shipwreck site RI 2394 in Newport Harbor, Rhode Island was that of Lord Sandwich (ex-HMB Endeavour). Made famous for its circumnavigation of the globe under the command of James Cook between 1768 and 1771, HMB Endeavour was later renamed Lord Sandwich and sunk by British forces […]

Good Wednesday Morning. 👉 Congressman Gabe Amo (RI-01) on Tuesday co-signed a letter urging the leaders of both the U.S. House and Senate Appropriations Committees to provide robust funding to implement the National Strategy to Counter Antisemitism for Fiscal Year 2024. Read More 🏆 The deadline for submission of applications for the prestigious Small Business Administration 2024 annual […]

By DAVID KOENIG AP Airlines Writer DALLAS (AP) — Despite inflation and memories of past holiday travel meltdowns, millions of people are expected to hit airports and highways in record numbers over the Thanksgiving break. The busiest days to fly will be Tuesday and Wednesday as well as the Sunday after Thanksgiving. The Transportation Security […]

Good Tuesday Morning. 🏡 Tyler Bernadyn with a look at what homes sold in Newport County last week → Newport County Real Estate Report: Homes that found new owners last week. 🦃 If you haven’t made those Thanksgiving reservations or orders, there may still be some time → Where to get Thanksgiving meals to go; dine out on […]

Meet your new best feline friend, Callie – this week’s adoptable cat of the week! Callie is a 7-year-old female feline and available for adoption at the Potter League for Animals Animal Care and Adoption Center in Middletown. “This beautiful long-haired calico is looking for her new home. She can be a bit shy upon […]

Submitted by Paul Marshall, The Friends of Newport Skatepark The Friends of Newport Skatepark (FONS), a community-driven organization, has demonstrated remarkable progress towards their ambitious goal of raising $1 million for a new public skatepark in Newport. To date, they have successfully amassed over $750,000, showcasing their unwavering commitment and the strong support of the […]

The Naval War College Foundation (NWCF) has recently made an exciting addition to its leadership team with the appointment of Cathleen Coyle as the organization’s Chief Development Officer. Coyle will be collaborating closely with CAPT George E. Lang, Jr., USN (Ret.), the President and Chief Executive Officer, to expand the Foundation’s influence across the nation […]

By Save The Bay On November 18, a Save The Bay education vessel will depart from Perrotti Park, marking the organization’s 23rd seal tour season in the “City by the Sea.” Between November and April, the environmental nonprofit organization will run one-hour Seal Tours, and two-hour Seal and Lighthouse tours, complete with expert narration by […]

A long-standing tradition, 53 years to be exact, Christmas in Newport is eager to get the celebrations started early this year and is doing so at the Santa Magic event at the Shops on Long Wharf on Saturday, November 25 at 4 pm. This free community event will feature visits with Santa, kids’ crafts, music, […]

Good Thursday Morning. 🆕 For Russ Partridge, executive director of Westerly’s WARM Center and Wakefield’s Welcome House, two emergency and transitional housing shelters, the phone rings three to four times a day from individuals and families facing homelessness. WUN’s Frank Prosnitz with the story → As temperatures drop, demand for emergency shelters skyrocket. ⛵ One of […]

Meet your new best friend, Remi – this week’s adoptable dog of the week! Remi, a 1-year-old female mixed breed, is available for adoption at the Potter League for Animals in Middletown. “Remi is a sweet young dog, still learning her way in the world. She is super affectionate, and she’s not stingy with her […]

Good Wednesday Morning. The Newport County real estate market witnessed a tapered amount of activity last week, with just eleven homes changing hands per data provided by the statewide MLS. Here’s a roundup of local properties that found new owners → Newport County Real Estate Report – What Sold Last Week: Nov. 6 – 10.  WUN […]

The first day of 2024 will be special for many reasons. For numerous groups and individuals, they will head to the ocean for a great cause while helping two local kids who are battling life-threatening illnesses. A Wish Come True, the oldest wish-granting organization in Rhode Island and Massachusetts, will host its annual Polar Plunge […]

A service observing the national Transgender Day of Remembrance will be offered by Channing Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church at 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 19. Transgender people are subjected to an exceptionally high level of hate crimes, including fatal attacks.   Data show that 312 transgender persons from 33 countries around the world were reported murdered from Oct […]