Salve Regina launches new bachelor’s degree in tourism, hospitality, and event management
The Newport university is also rolling out new minors in wealth management and public policy, along with post-master certificate programs in behavior analysis and creative writing, all enrolling now for fall 2026
BankNewport Charitable Foundation awards more than $470,000 in spring 2026 grants to nearly 50 Rhode Island nonprofits
The largest grants include $100,000 to Newport Hospital Foundation to help acquire a da Vinci Robotic Surgical System and $50,000 to the Friends of Middletown Public Library for the Children’s Room
Rogers and Middletown students bring “Chicago: Teen Edition” to new Rogers auditorium May 29-30
The joint theater company’s production will be the first musical to take the stage in Rogers High School’s state-of-the-art auditorium
Dr. Micheal Fine: What’s crazy about firing the Commissioner of FDA
So the saga aka circus in health care in Washington continues.
Gerry Goldstein: A pox on curses
I owe Jason Varitek a poem.
On the Market: A look at every Open House in Newport County thisweekend (May 16-17)
This weekend should bring a great deal of energy to Newport County.
Your Newport County weather forecast: 7 days on land and sea
Updated throughout the day with the latest from NOAA’s National Weather Service
Newport Oyster & Chowder Festival returns to Bowen’s Wharf this weekend for 10th year
The free, rain-or-shine festival kicks off the summer season Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. with 10 local oyster growers, food vendors, live music and signature cocktails
Obituary: Karen (Mellekas) Dimattia
August 22, 1943 – May 9, 2026
Obituary: James L. Trombley II
May 31, 1950 – May 1, 2026
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
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
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