Blizzard recovery Day 5: RIDOT deploys industrial snow blower to Newport; crews target Historic Hill, Hillside, Broadway Saturday
State equipment joins 24/7 Rapid Snow Removal operation; City Hall, trash, and schools reopen Monday; Sunday snow chance jumps to 70%
Michele Gallagher: Frederick Douglass’ legacy in Rhode Island
A Powerful Voice for the Ages
Obituary: Susan Mary Hopf
March 31, 1964 — February 24, 2026
7-Day Weather forecast for Newport County
Here’s what’s on tap for weather this week and weekend.
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How Midwives support women through the reproductive years
While midwives are experts in pregnancy, labor, and postpartum care, their role also includes comprehensive gynecologic care throughout the reproductive years.
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When your period is disrupting your life, it’s time to talk about it
At the South County Health Center for Women’s Health, providers are seeing an increasing number of women seeking care for abnormal or heavy menstrual bleeding, a condition that can cause fatigue, pain, anemia, and a significant disruption to quality of life.
Obituary: Lewis E. Gordon
September 30, 1937 — February 19, 2026
Snow Report: Mountain Conditions at New England Ski Resorts
A look at how much snow has fallen and how conditions are at ski resorts across New England.
Police video shows chaotic aftermath of Rhode Island ice rink shooting
Newly released video of the aftermath of a deadly shooting at a Rhode Island ice rink last week shows a chaotic scene of bystanders and law enforcement rushing to help victims and initial confusion over which person was the shooter.
Obituary: Douglas Edward Silvia
April 10, 1935 — February 20, 2026
Brown, Vucevic score 28, Celtics shoot season-high 66% in a 148-111 win over the Nets
Jaylen Brown had 28 points, nine assists and seven rebounds and the Boston Celtics rolled past the Brooklyn Nets 148-111 on Friday night.
Columbia beats Brown 80-62
Kenny Noland had 23 points in Columbia’s 80-62 win against Brown on Friday night.
Newport Schools need your help: Grab a shovel this weekend to get kids back to school Monday
Superintendent Jermain asks community to clear sidewalks near bus stops; here’s where shoveling is needed most
Hot Tuna, Yasmin Williams & William Tyler among latest Newport Folk Festival additions
Jefferson Airplane offshoot to make its Newport Folk debut; Brazilian singer-songwriter and guitar duo also join the bill
Blizzard recovery Day 4: Over 85% of Newport roads reopened; ‘Rapid Snow Removal’ crews target Broadway, Kay Street Friday; City Hall reopens Monday
Trash collection and public meetings resume Monday; Middletown and Portsmouth lift parking bans; 24/7 snow removal operation continues citywide
Rose Island Lighthouse trust names new executive director as organization enters 40th year
Unanimous board selection caps eight-week regional search; nonprofit launches endowment fund ahead of milestone season
On the Market: After the blizzard, here’s a look at this weekend’s Open Houses in Newport County (Feb. 28 -March 1)
With roadways still being cleared and many homeowners digging out, there are roughly a dozen open houses across Aquidneck Island for buyers to consider. While inventory is limited for the moment, that does not mean opportunity is.
Sail Newport lecture to explore maritime escapes on the Underground Railroad
Historian Dr. Timothy D. Walker will share little-known stories of freedom-seeking by sea as part of the Challenger Lecture Series
Community Calendar
Obituary: James E. Garman
August 19, 1938 — February 22, 2026
Obituary: James Seigler Jr
December 11, 1930 — February 19, 2026
Salve Regina men’s basketball earns first NEWMAC postseason win, advances to semifinals
Seahawks rally past Clark University 67-61 in quarterfinal thriller
Obituary: Vivian J. Viti
October 7, 1944 – February 21, 2026
Viktor Arvidsson scores twice in the Bruins’ 4-2 win over the Blue Jackets
Viktor Arvidsson scored twice, Joonas Korpisalo made 36 saves and the Boston Bruins beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 4-2 on Thursday night in the first game for both teams after the three-week break for the Olympics.
Odunowo’s 15 lead UMBC over Bryant 70-58
Josh Odunowo scored 15 points as UMBC beat Bryant 70-58 on Thursday for their seventh-straight win.
Mitchell’s 23 lead St. Bonaventure over Rhode Island 94-76
Frank Mitchell had 23 points in St. Bonaventure’s 94-76 victory against Rhode Island on Thursday.
Newport Mental Health names Dr. Joshua C. Brown as new medical director
The dual-trained psychiatrist and neurologist brings Harvard Medical School faculty experience and research expertise in novel treatments for depression, anxiety and PTSD
Blizzard recovery Day 3: Middletown clears all local roads; state heavy equipment deployed in Newport; schools closed through Friday
State equipment targeting 3rd Ward, Thames-Spring streets, and affordable housing; Middletown roads all clear; schools closed through Friday countywide