Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County, Rhode Island, this weekend, Monday, June 2 through Sunday, June 8. Are you organizing an event? Submit events to our community calendar. Monday, June 2 Things To Do 10 am: Free self-guided tours at Eisenhower House 1 pm: Newport Open at Newport Country Club […]
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Morning Notes: Newport to hoist Pride Flag this evening, kicking off month of celebrations
Good Morning, Newport! Today is Monday, June 2, the 153rd day of 2025. There are 212 days left in the year. Weather Forecast Today: Sunny, with a high near 66 degrees. Northwest wind 6 to 11 mph becoming southwest in the afternoon. Tonight: Partly cloudy, with a low around 50 degrees. Southwest wind 5 to […]
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Belmont Chapel Restoration to receive National Award from Victorian Society in America
Professor Emeritus Richard Guy Wilson, noted architectural historian who is serving in his last year as director of the Victorian Society in America, visited the Belmont Chapel on May 31. Dr. Wilson’s specialty is scholarship involving the architecture, design, and art of the 18th to the 21st centuries in America and abroad. His research, publications, […]
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Morning Notes: Runners take over Newport streets for 10 Miler; Author Lian Dolan & Musician Tom Rush later today
Good Morning, Newport! Today is Sunday, June 1, the 152nd day of 2025. There are 213 days left in the year. Weather Forecast Today: Mostly sunny, with a high near 63. Southwest wind 13 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph. Tonight: Mostly clear, with a low around 48. Southwest wind 7 […]
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Obituary: Godofredo P. “Fred” Pico
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Godofredo “Fred/Freddy” Pico, a beloved husband, father, and friend, who left this world on May 28, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on July 7, 1937, in Asignan, Pangasinan, Philippines, Fred was a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy, decorated for his service […]
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Cano has 7 RBIs to help Little Rock avoid elimination, beat Rhode Island 22-10
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Angel Cano had four hits, including two doubles and a home run, and seven RBIs, Zach Henry added three hits and four RBIs and No. 4 seed Little Rock beat Rhode Island 22-10 on Saturday in a loser-out game at the Baton Rouge Regional. Little Rock (25-33) plays an elimination […]
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Podcast with Gov. McKee: budget shortfall; growing healthcare issues; and more
The Rhode Island legislature is in its final few weeks of its current session still trying to close a substantial budget shortfall, the state continues to face mounting healthcare issues, and the Trump administration has dubbed Rhode Island a sanctuary state. We asked Gov. Dan McKee about these, and other issues. The governor was still […]
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BankNewport 10 Miler returns to Newport this Sunday
The BankNewport 10 Miler is set to return to Newport on Sunday, June 1, bringing with it road closures and potential traffic delays along the city’s picturesque waterfront. Starting and finishing at Fort Adams State Park, the annual race will impact local traffic from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. as runners make their way around Ocean […]
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Gallery Sitka and Newport Wine Cellar to host a Summer Solstice Art Show
Gallery Sitka and Newport Wine Cellar & Gourmet are joining forces to host a “Summer Solstice” art show and wine tasting on June 13 in Newport, R.I. The event is part of the monthly “2nd Fridays/All You Need is Art & Wine” series and runs from 4:30-6 p.m. at The Tasting Room next to Newport […]
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Sam Waterston to revisit ‘The Great Gatsby’ in Newport lecture
Emmy-winning actor Sam Waterston is bringing Nick Carraway back to life in a special event celebrating the 100th anniversary of “The Great Gatsby” at Newport’s historic Rosecliff mansion. The Preservation Society of Newport County is hosting “The Great Gatsby Revisited: An Evening with Sam Waterston” on July 9, 2025. Waterston will sit down with NBC […]
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Morning Notes: IYRS grads set sail, Rotary Polo aids scholars on busy Newport County Saturday
Good Morning, Newport! Today is Saturday, May 31, the 151st day of 2025. There are 214 days left in the year. Weather Forecast Today: Showers and possibly a thunderstorm before 11 am, then a slight chance of showers between 11 am and noon. Areas of fog before noon. High near 66. Southeast wind 11 to […]
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Charles L. Roberts: We don’t always know if something is fragile, until it’s broken
“Freedom is very far from being the natural state of mankind; on the contrary, it is an extraordinarily unusual situation.” – Milton Friedman on Freedom. Reflecting on the Fragility of Freedom It’s curious to me that Milton Friedman – a lauded American economist, statistician, and 1976 Nobel Prize winner in Economic Sciences, is nearly as […]
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Neon Marketplace in Portsmouth sells $378,630 Wild Money ticket
A Rhode Island lottery player struck gold Thursday night (May 29), snagging the $378,630 Wild Money jackpot with a ticket bought at a Portsmouth convenience store. The Rhode Island Lottery confirms the winning ticket came from Neon Marketplace in Portsmouth (3302 East Main Road). The lucky numbers? 2, 8, 15, 23, and 32. Wild Money, […]
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Dr. Michael Fine: What’s crazy about medical school debt
Holy Harry and Louise, they are at it again. Now, everybody is talking about the health care mess in Rhode Island. You know it’s a mess when politicians, who are almost all lawyers, give news conferences and talk about how they are going to fix health care, and the experts they trot out are all lawyers as well, none […]
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Morning Notes: Rubix Kube, Z-Boys, and Laurie Berkner to perform at Newport Craft
Good Morning, Newport! Today is Friday, May 30, the 150th day of 2025. There are 215 days left in the year. On this day in 1880, the League of American Wheelmen was founded in Newport. Weather Forecast Today: A slight chance of showers after 11 am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 65. South wind 7 to […]
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On the Market: A look at 59 Open Houses in Newport County this weekend (May 31 – June 1)
We are now in the heart of the Spring real estate season, and this weekend offers a prime opportunity for buyers to explore the incredible variety of properties currently available across Newport County. Last weekend was a bit “hit or miss” with Open House attendance, as is typically the case with holiday weekends. But I […]
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On This Day In Newport History – May 30, 1880: League of American Wheelmen, the first national bicycle society, formed in Newport
The League of American Bicyclists was founded as the League of American Wheelmen on May 30, 1880 in Newport, Rhode Island. Bicyclists, known then as “wheelmen,” were challenged by rutted roads of gravel and dirt and faced antagonism from horsemen, wagon drivers, and pedestrians, according to The League of American Bicyclists. “In an effort to […]
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Historic Easton’s Beach Carousel may find new home in Aquidneck Park
Newport’s Tree and Open Space Commission is hosting a community workshop to discuss moving the Historic Easton’s Beach Carousel to Aquidneck Park. The event, set for June 3 at 5:30 p.m., aims to shape a recommendation for the City Council to study integrating the carousel with the Martin Recreation Center, also known as The Hut. […]
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SNACKTIME serves up brassy joy at Boston Calling 2025
Philadelphia’s own SNACKTIME brought the sunshine—literally and figuratively—during their high-octane opening set on Day 3 of Boston Calling 2025. As the first band to hit the massive rotating main stage Sunday morning, the brass-fueled collective shook off any lingering festival fatigue with a jolt of funk, soul, and swagger that had the crowd dancing from the first […]
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Yagi Noodles to host intimate ‘Izakaya and Nihonshu’ sake dinner with expert guide
Sake lovers are in for a treat as Yagi Noodles prepares to host a special “Izakaya and Nihonshu” dinner on June 3. This intimate gathering, limited to 26 guests, will feature six premium sake selections paired with izakaya-style dishes. Dila Lee from Kome Collective will be on hand to share insights into each sake’s background, […]
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Luxury Meets Seaside Chic: Fashion Pop-Up coming to The Chanler at Cliff Walk in June
The Chanler at Cliff Walk is gearing up for a Mediterranean-inspired fashion pop-up on June 27 and 28. The event will showcase curated women’s wear from independent designers. Teaming up with luxury women’s boutique Nocca, the hotel is transforming its Cliff Lawn into a seaside shopping haven. Both guests and locals can browse a collection […]
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IYRS to launch graduates and boats at 27th Annual Ceremony on Saturday
IYRS School of Technology & Trades is gearing up for its 27th annual Graduation & Launch Day on May 31, 2025. The event kicks off at 10 a.m. at Restoration Hall (449 Thames Street). This year’s commencement speaker is Ben Sorkin, CEO of Flux Marine, a Bristol-based electric boating company. Over 70 students are set […]
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Newport Classical announces 2025 Music Festival lineup
Newport Classical is set to dazzle audiences with its 2025 Music Festival, running from July 4-22 across 11 stunning venues in Newport. The 56th season promises an impressive lineup of 29 concerts featuring over 100 artists, blending beloved classics with exciting new works and world premieres. Music lovers can look forward to performances by the […]
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Things to do in Newport County this weekend: May 30 – June 1
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County, Rhode Island, this weekend, Friday, May 30 through Sunday, June 1. Are you organizing an event? Submit events to our community calendar. Friday, May 30 Things To Do 11 am: Winery Tours at Newport Vineyards & Restaurant 5 pm: Low Cost Vaccine Clinic at […]
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Morning Notes: Rogers High School teacher wins prestigious Presidential Award
Good morning, Newport! Today is Thursday, May 29, the 149th day of 2025. There are 216 days left in the year. Weather Forecast Today: Showers are likely, mainly before 3 pm. Cloudy, with a high near 62. East wind 8 to 11 mph. The chance of precipitation is 70%—new precipitation amounts between a quarter and […]