Pell Elementary kindergarten teacher Diane McBrier named Newport Teacher of the Year
The veteran educator, with 26 years in Newport Public Schools, is recognized for a classroom grounded in patience, consistency and care
Friends of the Waterfront announces free 2026 summer concert series at King Park
The blues, rock and Caribbean-soul lineup opens June 26 with the James Montgomery Band, with shows running through September
L.L.Bean to bring a taste of coastal Maine to Newport’s Bowen’s Wharf
The outdoor lifestyle brand’s immersive activation runs June 26 through 28, celebrating coastal living and summer style on the waterfront
David Quiroa withdraws from Senate District 13 race, citing time demands of a new job
Republican candidate, who will not file a declaration of candidacy, urges other Independents and Republicans to challenge incumbent Dawn Euer
Jake McCarthy hits 3-run triple in 9th inning as Rockies rally for 3-2 win over Red Sox
Jake McCarthy hit a three-run triple down the left-field line in the ninth inning and the Colorado Rockies rallied to beat the Boston Red Sox 3-2 on Monday night.
Newport candidates begin declaring for office as filing period opens
A school committee race draws five contenders on the first day, while council and General Assembly seats also see declarations
Audrain Newport Concours & Motor Week returns Oct. 1-4 with new Supercar Concours
The ‘Concours of the East,’ fresh off Motoring Event of the Year honors, expands to a two-concours weekend at Fort Adams
RITBA provides updates on bridge maintenance projects across Newport County
Lane closures continue on the Mount Hope and Jamestown Verrazzano bridges, with Pell Bridge work expected in late summer
Yozura announces candidacy for Newport School Committee
Longtime resident and Marist University graduate says she will focus on school funding, student mental health and equitable access to education
Michele Gallagher: Summer in the City-by-the-Sea has something for everyone
The Official Start to Summer in Newport Brought Plenty to Celebrate, and Many VIPs
Newport OUT to host ”Murica Drag Brunch’ at Stoneacre Brasserie on July 5
The patriotic, camp-themed event celebrates America’s 250th anniversary with a post-Independence Day drag show and brunch
Barron announces candidacy for Newport School Committee
School psychologist and parent of two district students says she will focus on leadership, early intervention and stable funding
Park Theatre announces fall lineup with Molly Tuttle, Wheel of Fortune Live!, AJ McLean and Andy Grammer
Tickets for the four Cranston shows go on sale Friday, June 26, with dates running from September through November
Candidates began to declare for office today
Beginning today (Monday) through Wednesday afternoon, candidates in Rhode Island will officially declare for local, statewide and federal offices.
Newport’s fourth annual Juneteenth celebration returns to Fort Adams
RISHM’s expanded event marked the holiday with a Rhode Island 250th theme, honoring Black and Indigenous history across the state
On the Market: Father’s Day Weekend. A look at Open Houses Across Newport County (June 20-21)
Father’s Day weekend brings a packed Saturday schedule and a lighter Sunday lineup, though there are still enough homes open on Sunday that you can count them on both hands.
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