Newport Public Schools names new Rogers High School principal, student services director
Superintendent Dr. Peter Sanchioni taps Robert Young and Sarah Kraeger for key leadership roles
Newport man dies after alleged drunk driver struck him in Memorial Boulevard crosswalk; DUI charge upgraded
John Miles, of Chapel Terrace, was airlifted to Rhode Island Hospital after the July 22 crash and died from his injuries; Jose Monterroso Villagran now faces DUI resulting in death
Jamestown Arts Center hosts Indonesian batik artists for illustrated talk and trunk show July 30
Agus Ismoyo and Nia Fliam will explore batik as philosophy and creative practice, followed by a meet-and-greet and sale of handmade textiles and wearable art
Women’s Resource Center raises more than $85,000 at Seaside Celebration, with 100 supporters gathering on Newport Harbor
Survivor voices and a $30,000 challenge match highlighted an evening co-hosted by Elizabeth Leatherman and Susan Sipprelle
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Newport Police identify suspect, seek second individual in July 19 Park Holm double shooting
Tyquan Johnson, 19, is wanted on felony assault and firearms charges; police warn he is considered armed and dangerous
Newport NewWorks announces casts and directors for its second annual musical theater festival, August 2–16
Three original musicals — including a WWII codebreaker story and a mental health drama — will be developed and presented at the Casino Theatre
IYRS launches new Yacht Design program, training the next generation of designers on Newport’s working waterfront
Students will build skills in naval architecture, 3D modeling, and vessel systems while immersed in one of the world’s premier sailing and boatbuilding communities
Newport man arrested on DUI charges after striking mobility scooter rider in crosswalk on Memorial Boulevard
The victim was airlifted to Rhode Island Hospital in critical condition; investigators note the crosswalk’s safety warning devices were not activated at the time
Orioles halt Red Sox’s franchise record-tying 15 game win streak with 5-1 win to split twinbill
The Baltimore Orioles ended Boston’s franchise record-tying 15-game winning streak behind Kyle Bradish’s six innings of one-run ball, defeating the Red Sox 5-1 in the nightcap of a doubleheader on Wednesday.
Luka Gavran earns second straight clean sheet in Toronto’s scoreless draw with Revolution
Luka Gavran made four saves to help Toronto FC play Matt Turner and the New England Revolution to a scoreless draw on Wednesday night.
On the Ballot: Crowded field for Lieutenant Governor
Newport Councilman Xaykham Rexford Khamsyvoravong (Xay) is among five Democrats who are squaring off in September’s primary election for Lieutenant Governor.
Red Sox win 15th straight, matching longest in club history, with 6-3 victory over Orioles
The Boston Red Sox won their 15th straight game to match a club record for the longest winning streak in team history from 80 years ago, beating the Baltimore Orioles 6-3 in the opener of a split doubleheader on Wednesday afternoon.
Governor McKee designates Sunday as Rhode Island’s 37th annual Bay Day — free state beach parking and saltwater fishing all weekend
The South County Express Beach Bus will also run free on Sunday; license-free recreational saltwater fishing runs Friday through Sunday
Race4Chase Youth Triathlon returns to Fort Adams on August 9 in memory of Sandy Hook victim Chase Kowalski
Young athletes from YMCAs across Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut will compete after a summer of training in swimming, biking, and running
Quonset Business Park to add more than 140 workforce housing apartments in partnership with Moran Properties
The 60-year ground lease on a 6.89-acre site on Gate Road was approved this week; construction is expected to begin in late 2027
Newport Police issue traffic advisory for Folk Festival weekend; Harrison Avenue northbound lane closed to vehicles daily
Bicycles only in the northbound lane from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. each day; heavy traffic expected on Harrison, Bellevue, and Memorial Boulevard as crowds exit
Four Democrats paint their views for the ‘entrepreneurial’ lieutenant governor’s office
Lt. Gov. Sabina Matos and three of her four Democratic challengers, Sue AnderBois, Xaykham “Xay” Khamsyvoravong and Cindy Coyne, offered a range of answers
Newport Harbormaster urges paddlers to wear life jackets and stay alert during Folk and Jazz Festival weekends
The harbor sees some of its heaviest paddle traffic of the year during festival weekends; safety patrols will be out both weekends
From Houston to Matunuck: Jordan Okeke is having the summer of his life at Theatre by the Sea
The young actor is the only performer doing all three shows this season — rehearsing one while performing another
New York seafood company acquires Newport-based Endeavor Seafood
Mark Foods, which took an equity stake in Endeavor in 2021, has now fully integrated the frozen seafood importer into its operations