newportFILM announces 2026 outdoor summer documentary series
The free Thursday-night film series runs from June 25 through Aug. 27 at venues across Newport, with live music and filmmaker conversations
Secretary of State reminds candidates of June 22-24 declaration filing period
Secretary of State’s office outlines deadlines as the state heads toward the Sept. 9 primary and Nov. 3 general election
RIPTA’s summer service changes take effect June 20, with free Newport routes and the return of the beach bus
Route 67 frequency increases, the Providence/Newport ferry shuttle returns and South County Express Beach Bus service resumes July 4
Letter to the editor: Setting the record straight on the June 10 hotel resolution
Newport City Councilor Steph Smyth clarifies how the resolution differs from March’s zoning discussion
South Kingstown police investigating fatal motorcycle crash on Route 1
North Kingstown man, 28, died after losing control of his motorcycle Tuesday night, police say
This Day in RI History: June 17, 1958, Bobby Farrelly is born in Cumberland
Director of several Hollywood hits along with his brother Peter
Blue Jays back Cease with 3 homers in 6-1 victory over Red Sox at Fenway
Davis Schneider and Andrés Giménez hit back-to-back home runs, Dylan Cease pitched five shutout innings and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Boston Red Sox 6-1 on Tuesday night.
Newport Art Museum to honor Sheila Isham and celebrate Angel Otero at 2026 Summer Art Party
Two major exhibitions open July 10 with the museum’s annual gala, benefiting the Museum School and education programs
‘Revolution Reimagined’ exhibition at Rosecliff offers fresh look at America’s founding
Preservation Society show opens June 26, exploring how Newport experienced the Revolution and how its story has been retold over the centuries
RIDOH recommends closing swimming areas at three Rhode Island beaches, including Easton’s Beach
State health officials cite high bacteria counts at the Newport, Warwick and Coventry beaches
Champions and rising stars set for Cerity Partners Hall of Fame Open in Newport
McNally, Maria, Michelsen and Brooksby headline the ATP Challenger and WTA 125 field at the International Tennis Hall of Fame, July 5-12
Largest Rhode Island health care union endorses McKee, Matos for re-election
UNAP, representing more than 5,500 health care workers, backs the governor and lieutenant governor ahead of the Sept. 9 primary
RIHEBC awards $1 million in capital grants, including several to Newport County organizations
State financing agency funds 45 nonprofits and municipalities statewide, with local awards for senior living, a library and a retirement center
Gerry Goldstein: ChatGPT gets something off its chest
In our era when many worry that Artificial Intelligence is gobbling up jobs, it’s instructive to remember John Henry – and I don’t mean the one who owns the Red Sox and the Boston Globe.
Middletown High School graduates Class of 2026 at Gaudet Field
School marks commencement with student-led program, scholarship recognition and musical performances
On the Market: A busy weekend across Newport County (June 13-14)
Open houses remain one of the best ways to get a feel for neighborhoods, values, and what’s available.
Kids Count – a look at Newport County Communities
The child population of Newport County is decreasing more than double the rate of the state of Rhode Island, while elementary and high school students are generally outperforming the rest of the state on standard testing for reading and math.
Dr. Michael Fine: What’s crazy about sending a 102-year-old home from rehab on a Friday
This 102-year-old man’s situation is pretty common among elderly people, who eventually weaken with age.
Rogers High School celebrates Class of 2026 at Toppa Field graduation
Newport’s graduating seniors honored in evening ceremony featuring student speakers and a guest address on equity in education
Home of the Week: A thoughtfully reimagined cottage just off Broadway
As someone who also calls the off-Broadway neighborhood home, I’ve always believed it offers some of the best value and quality of life on Aquidneck Island.
What Sold: A look at recent home sales across Newport County (June 1 – 5)
Last week, 23 properties changed hands across Newport County, highlighted by several significant transactions in Jamestown.
Tiverton softball repeats as D3 state champion, topping Rogers
Liliana Luis went the distance in the circle and Lucy Stearns drove in two as the Tigers beat the Vikings 5-2 at Rhode Island College on Sunday