Three storylines that will define Rhode Island’s housing market this summer
The national headlines often focus on mortgage rates or home prices, but the reality is far more nuanced. Real estate is local, and here in Rhode Island, I believe these three key storylines will stand out above the rest this summer season.
Rogers High School student redesigns Fort Adams ‘Tunnel Rat,’ creates youth scavenger hunt
Ninth-grader Charlie Johnson brought the ‘Johnny the Tunnel Rat’ adventure booklet to life through Newport’s Advertising, Design & New Media career program
Winners crowned at 24th Clagett Regatta and 2026 U.S. Para Sailing Championships
Newport’s Chuck Allen sweeps the 2.4mR class as Canada’s Tracy Schmitt and Igor Momot win the Martin 16 fleet in Newport
Golfers brave the elements to raise funds for Newport Mental Health
The annual Drive for Mental Health tournament, presented by Horan Building Company, returned to The Aquidneck Club to support behavioral health services in Newport County
Civalli strikes out 13, Nationals snap Red Sox’s 5-game win streak with 8-1 rout
Cade Civalli gave up one hit in seven innings and had a career-high 13 strikeouts in the Washington Nationals’ 8-1 victory over the Red Sox on Tuesday night, snapping Boston’s five-game winning streak.
Preservation Society offers free admission days for veterans and children during Independence Week
Free general admission also available at Hunter House on July 11 for French in Newport Day
Newport Restoration Foundation’s colonial homes named an Irreplaceable America site
The portfolio is among 10 historic places nationwide recognized by World Monuments Fund as the country approaches its 250th anniversary
Salve Regina launches new post-graduate certificate in clinical leadership in behavior analysis
The first-of-its-kind program, designed for working professionals, is enrolling now for the fall 2026 semester
RIPEC finds Rhode Island K-12 spending among nation’s highest, but student outcomes are middling
The report points to wide variation across districts, a misalignment between resources and student need, and slow adjustment to enrollment declines
McKee administration announces $8 million in business incentives, including $6.2 million for Raytheon’s Portsmouth expansion
The Rhode Island Commerce Board awards tax credits and innovation vouchers to support job creation and research across the state
Newport police announce July 4 parking ban for fireworks display
No parking will be allowed on three streets from 4 to 11 p.m. Saturday, with towing enforced
Portsmouth woman wins $40,000 Mega Millions prize as Rhode Island Lottery closes out June
A Coventry woman also claimed a $22,500 Keno Plus win, with both tickets sold in the region
The Samuel Durfee House offered for sale after nearly three decades of stewardship
The Samuel Durfee House Offered for Sale After Nearly Three Decades of Stewardship
Contreras and Durbin homer as Red Sox extend win streak to 5 games with 6-3 win over Nationals
Wilson Contreras hit a three-run homer, Caleb Durbin added a home run of his own, and the Boston Red Sox beat the Washington Nationals 6-3 on Monday to extend their winning streak to a season-high five games.
Reed, Whitehouse and Amo announce nearly $19 million in federal funding for safer Aquidneck Island streets
The Safe Streets and Roads for All grant will fund roadway, sidewalk, bicycle and pedestrian improvements across Newport, Middletown and Portsmouth
‘The Voice’ standout Madison Curbelo to open NIMFest 2026 at King Park Gazebo
The free Sunday concert series returns July 5 with a lineup of local and regional artists at Newport’s waterfront through Aug. 23
Newport Gulls to induct 2026 Hall of Fame class at Cardines Field
The July 18 ceremony will honor seven former players along with the team’s first head coach, longtime trainer and a former Newport mayor
French ambassador to attend French in Newport as Newport Historical Society caps Independence Week
Ambassador Laurent Bili will speak at a July 11 wreath-laying ceremony as the city marks America’s 250th anniversary with a week of free events
Newport gears up for July 4 fireworks, seeks community donations to light up the harbor
The display is set for 9:15 p.m. on Saturday, July 4, with sponsorships still available as the city expects a busy holiday weekend
What Sold: A look at recent sales across Newport County (June 22 – 26)
Twenty properties changed hands across Newport County last week, continuing what has been the start to a steady summer market.
On This Day in RI History: June 29, 1901 – Actor/Singer Nelson Eddy is born in Providence
Academy award-nominated actor and singer Nelson Eddy was born in Providence on June 29th, 1901. Eddy grew up in Pawtucket and New Bedford, where he sang in church choirs.
Your Newport County weather forecast: 7 days on land and sea
Updated throughout the day with the latest from NOAA’s National Weather Service
On This Day In Newport History – June 28, 1969: Newport Bridge opens for first time
The Claiborne Pell Bridge, commonly known as the Newport Bridge, opened on this day in 1969.
RIDOH recommends reopening swimming areas at Hazards and Gooseberry beaches in Newport
State health officials say bacteria counts have returned to safe levels at the two Newport beaches
Newport candidates to meet voters on ‘Candidate Signature Events Tour’ across city parks
The series of six July gatherings, organized by council at-large member Steph Smyth, comes as a crowded field of candidates works to collect signatures for the fall ballot