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
Obituary: John T. Parkos, Jr.
Feb 12, 1964 — Jul 17, 2026
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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
Obituary: David J. Dwyer
July 10, 1945 – July 15, 2026
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
State agencies warn against all water contact at Lower Melville Pond in Portsmouth and Tiogue Lake in Coventry due to algae blooms
Swimming, fishing, boating, and kayaking are all considered high risk; pets should be kept out of the water
Newport lifts boil water advisory after repairs completed and water tests clear
Bacteria samples came back clear after crews repaired two breaks — on West Main Road and near Valley Road — that had affected roughly 2,000 customers since Sunday
Providence Restaurant Weeks returns for its 20th year with nearly 80 restaurants and two weeks of dining deals
The annual event runs July 26 through August 8, spanning Providence and communities across Rhode Island
NIMFest’s Songwriter Showcase returns to King Park this Sunday with Sweet Petunia, Natalie Paige, and Lainey Dionne
The free, family-friendly concert runs 3 to 6 p.m. at the King Park Gazebo overlooking Newport Harbor
Roger Federer narrates his path to tennis greatness in new video series ahead of his Newport induction this August
The International Tennis Hall of Fame’s six-part ‘Road to Newport’ series drops weekly episodes leading up to the August 27-29 induction celebration