Summer arrives as Flo’s expands to daily hours and Easton’s Beach Concessions opens for season
Flo’s Clam Shack in Middletown shifts to a daily schedule starting May 14, while Heritage Restaurant Group reopens Easton’s Beach Concessions on May 15 for its third year
Obituary: Karen (Mellekas) Dimattia
August 22, 1943 – May 9, 2026
Obituary: James L. Trombley II
May 31, 1950 – May 1, 2026
Rhode Island’s 10th annual Quahog Week kicks off Saturday with statewide specials and three free public events
The “shell-ebration” of Rhode Island’s official state clam runs May 17-23, with Newport Craft and Distillery hosting a free tasting event on May 21
Judge blocks Trump administration’s demand for Rhode Island hospital’s records of transgender kids
A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration’s sweeping demands for confidential transgender patient information from Rhode Island’s largest hospital that provides gender-affirming care to minors.
Kyle Schwarber’s MLB-leading 18th homer lifts Phillies past Red Sox 3-1
Kyle Schwarber hit his major league-leading 18th home run, a two-run shot that broke a scoreless tie in the eighth inning, and the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Boston Red Sox 3-1 on Thursday night.
Sons of Union Veterans to hold annual Memorial Day ceremony at Island Cemetery on May 25
The Major General Thomas West Sherman Camp No. 1 will gather at the Grand Army of the Republic burial plot for a speaking program, patriotic readings and a military salute
RITBA urges caution as bridge joint replacement work continues on Jamestown-Verrazzano Bridge
Drivers asked to slow to 25 mph through work zone as crews replace seven original joints on the westbound span
“Jaws” returns to The JPT for annual summer parties starting May 29
The annual fan favorite, presented in partnership with What’sUpNewp and Narragansett Beer, comes back for four screenings across two weekends, with live music, beer tastings and a shark touch tank
Comic – Sour Grapes: Swear
Sour Grapes is a comic about “Aesop”, a miserable flying dog and his odd friends, all living in a problematic and troubled world.
Newport Gulls announce 2026 Hall of Fame class ahead of 25th anniversary weekend
Seven former players and three longtime contributors will be inducted during a July 18 ceremony at Cardines Field
