Mark Foods, a New York-based seafood importer and processor generating more than $1 billion in annual revenue, has acquired Endeavor Seafood, a Newport frozen seafood importer based at 110 William St. The acquisition completes a relationship that began in 2021 when Mark Foods made an equity investment in Endeavor. Financial terms were not disclosed. Endeavor […]
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State agencies warn against all water contact at Lower Melville Pond in Portsmouth and Tiogue Lake in Coventry due to algae blooms
Rhode Island health and environmental officials are advising the public to avoid all contact with Lower Melville Pond in Portsmouth and Tiogue Lake in Coventry after harmful algae blooms were detected at both locations. The Rhode Island Department of Health and the Department of Environmental Management recommend avoiding swimming, fishing, boating, and kayaking at both […]
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Newport lifts boil water advisory after repairs completed and water tests clear
The Rhode Island Department of Health has cleared Newport Water customers to resume normal water use, lifting the precautionary boil water advisory that had been in effect since Sunday. The advisory was issued July 19 after a 24-inch main broke under West Main Road near the Home Depot shopping center, affecting approximately 2,000 customers. A […]
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Providence Restaurant Weeks returns for its 20th year with nearly 80 restaurants and two weeks of dining deals
Providence Restaurant Weeks celebrates its 20th anniversary this weekend, running July 26 through August 8 with nearly 80 participating restaurants offering prix fixe menus, lunch and dinner specials, seasonal dishes, and creative drink offerings across Rhode Island. The event, presented by GoProvidence and sponsored by Navigant Credit Union, has grown from a summer promotion launched […]
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Roger Federer narrates his path to tennis greatness in new video series ahead of his Newport induction this August
Before Roger Federer receives what the International Tennis Hall of Fame calls the Ultimate Honor in Tennis this August in Newport, the Hall of Fame is releasing a six-part video series in which the Swiss legend narrates his own rise from a young player in Switzerland to one of the most celebrated athletes in the […]
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On the Ballot: Primary looms for Attorney General
This will be a buy primary election season for Rhode Island, with Democratic primaries for three of the five general officer positions – governor, lieutenant governor, and attorney general. There is also a Democratic primary for U.S. Senate, and Republican primary for U.S. House of Representatives in the second district. The statewide primary is Sept. […]
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Update: Newport boil water advisory expanded after second water main break overnight near Valley Road
This story was originally published at 8 p.m. on Sunday, July 19; it was updated at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, July 20. A second water main break overnight has expanded Newport’s boil water advisory to a second area near Valley Road, state health officials announced Monday, while repairs to Sunday’s original break on West Main […]
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Puddingstone Music closes its summer season with a Bill Evans tribute in Jamestown and a classical guitar evening at Rough Point
Puddingstone Music has announced two intimate salon-style concerts to close out its summer season, following its second annual festival at the Casino Theatre. On August 14, pianist Randy Ingram brings his trio to the Jamestown Arts Center for “Sound Within: A Celebration of Bill Evans,” with doors at 7 p.m. and music at 7:30 p.m. […]
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Oystercatchers, known for sharp bills and beady eyes, are making a comeback thanks to conservation
By MICHAEL CASEY Associated Press SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (AP) — On a pristine Rhode Island beach teeming with noisy seabirds, a group of biologists armed with nets sneak up on a pair of American oystercatcher chicks. But just as they move in to capture them, one of the football-size birds, with bright-orange bills and long legs, scampers […]
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Obituary: Reginald Blaine Cooper
Reginald Blaine Cooper, 83, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, passed away on July 15, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born on May 22, 1943, in Sistersville, West Virginia, he was the son of the late Paul Cooper and Mabel (Lazear) Cooper of Paden City, WV. A proud United States Navy veteran, Reggie was the owner of Aquidneck […]
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Obituary: Samia Menassa
Samia Menassa, 89, passed away peacefully at her home on July 15, 2026. Born on March 5, 1937 in Tyre, Lebanon to Afife and Joseph Menassa, Samia came to America in 1970. Along with her parents, her brother Sami Menassa and his wife Marie, Samia made a life in Newport/Middletown, Rhode Island.She spent over 30 […]
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What Sold: A look at 13 recent trades across Newport County (July 13 – 17)
Thirteen properties changed hands across Newport County last week, representing another week of activity across Jamestown, Middletown, Newport, Portsmouth, and Tiverton. While inventory remains below where many buyers would like it to be, we are beginning to see more consistent movement in the marketplace, a trend that I hope continues as we move through the […]
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Ryan Pearl and Chantalle Schultz Rathbun top the field at the 2026 Newport Beer Run at Fort Adams
NEWPORT, R.I. – Ryan Pearl of Hamden, Conn., and Chantalle Schultz Rathbun of St. Petersburg, Fla., claimed the top spots at the 2026 Newport Beer Run on Saturday at Fort Adams State Park, leading a field of 974 finishers through the 5K before celebrating with 40 breweries at the post-race festival. Formerly known as the […]
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Viking Hoops Basketball Camp celebrates 30th year — and a homecoming at Rogers High School
NEWPORT, R.I. — Viking Hoops Basketball Camp marked its 30th year this July with a homecoming at Rogers High School, returning to the place where the program’s founder spent more than two decades coaching the Vikings. Jim Psaras started Viking Hoops in 1995 with a straightforward goal: bring basketball to Aquidneck Island in an accessible […]
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Rhode Island health officials issue food safety reminder as multistate Cyclospora outbreak is linked to Taco Bell lettuce
The Rhode Island Department of Health is reminding residents to follow food safety practices as federal health officials investigate a multistate outbreak of cyclosporiasis linked to shredded iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell locations in five states. The CDC and FDA have advised consumers not to eat shredded iceberg lettuce from Taco Bell locations in […]
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Newport City Council to consider splash pad, playground, tennis court repairs, and drone program at July 22 meeting
The Newport City Council meets Wednesday, July 22, at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall, 43 Broadway, with a agenda that includes several infrastructure contracts and grant acceptances. Among the items from the city manager: The council will consider contracts for restoration of the Rogers High School tennis courts, replacement of the Aquidneck […]
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Obituary: James R. Baillargeron
As a young teenager Jim Baillargeron wanted to fly. One day in July 1965 he walked into an Air Force recruiter’s office in Newport, Rhode Island. But the fact he never attended high school was not to his advantage. Disappointed, on his way out the door a Marine recruiter grabbed the tall, slender teenager, “So […]
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The Jane Pickens Theater’s legendary Jaws Party returns this weekend with live music, beer tastings, and a 4K screening
The Jane Pickens Theater’s annual Jaws Party is back this weekend, bringing Steven Spielberg’s 1975 classic back to the big screen in a new 4K restoration for three nights of shark-fueled summer celebration. Tonight, Friday, July 17, The Teledynes — a surf rock and rockabilly trio of electric guitar, upright slap bass, and drums — […]
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Newport Gulls hosting bone marrow registry drive tonight for 5-year-old East Greenwich boy in need of a donor
A free bone marrow registry drive will be held tonight at Cardines Field during the Newport Gulls game, organized by the family of Jack Palms, a 5-year-old East Greenwich boy being treated for a rare and serious bone marrow condition. Jack has been diagnosed with Acquired Amegakaryocytic Thrombocytopenia (AAMT), a rare disorder that causes bone […]
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Obituary: Lucy Marum
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Lucy Labonite (Gayta) Marum, a beloved mother, grandmother, godmother, wife, sister, auntie, and friend, who passed away on July 8, 2026. Born on March 10, 1952 in Barcelona, Sorsogon, Philippines, Lucy built a life full of generosity, devotion, tenderness, and love. Lucy graduated from Gubat National […]
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Jamestown Democratic Town Committee endorses Foulkes for governor, Reed for U.S. Senate
The Jamestown Democratic Town Committee has announced its endorsements for the 2026 election cycle, backing Helena Foulkes for governor and incumbent U.S. Sen. Jack Reed for re-election, along with a full slate of state and federal candidates. The committee’s full list of endorsements: U.S. Senate: Jack Reed Governor: Helena Foulkes Lieutenant Governor: Sue Anderbois Attorney […]
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Influential AFL-CIO opts not to endorse in RI Democratic gubernatorial race
by Nancy Lavin, Rhode Island Current July 15, 2026 The focus of the governor’s race temporarily shifted one block west of the State House Wednesday to a nondescript office building where leaders of the Rhode Island AFL-CIO met but opted not to endorse in the Democratic gubernatorial primary. The labor federation boasts more than 80,000 members, […]
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Air quality alert issued for Rhode Island today as wildfire smoke moves in from Minnesota
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management has issued an air quality alert for Wednesday, July 15, as bands of heavy wildfire smoke from fires in northern Minnesota move into the region. Fine particle readings are expected to reach unhealthy levels for sensitive groups on the Air Quality Index beginning midday, with elevated readings continuing […]
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Obituary: Lea Marques
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Léa Gomes Marques, who left us peacefully on July 9, 2026, at the age of 66. Born on April 26, 1960, in Recife, Brazil, Lea was a beacon of joy and warmth in the lives of everyone who knew her.Lea will be lovingly remembered […]
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What Sold: A look at 17 recent sales in Newport County (July 6-10)
We are entering the third week of July, and after a slower start to the month with the holiday weekend, it feels like the market is beginning to regain some momentum. Last week, 17 properties changed hands across Newport County, highlighted by the $6,000,000 sale of 205 Indian Avenue in Portsmouth. While luxury sales continue […]