It’s been a busy week of news in and around Newport.
Catch up on all of the most-read What’sUpNewp stories of the week below.
Newport Police need help identifying Walmart theft suspect
Department releases photo of suspect, urges community to contact Officer Fails with information
Photo Gallery: 2025 Newport St. Patrick’s Day Parade
What’sUpNewp photographer Justin Walker was on hand for the action and shared the following photo gallery of the festivities.
Air gun incident prompts shelter in place, police response at Rogers High School
School temporarily locked down as officers investigate reports of gunfire; juvenile suspect admits to using air gun in parking lot
What Sold: A look at 11 recent home sales across Newport County (March 10 – 14)
The local real estate market continues to move at a steady pace, with 11 homes selling across Jamestown, Middletown, Newport, Portsmouth, and Tiverton this past week.
Newport Police Chief addresses use of force incidents on parade day
Chief Duffy outlines multi-tiered review process for force applications, emphasizes commitment to community transparency
Car crashes into former GameStop building on East Main Road
Driver sustains minor injuries after striking two parked vehicles before colliding with structural column
Queen Anne’s Social: New public dining experience in downtown Newport
Historic event venue diversifies with DJ brunches and cocktail nights, reservations now available
Tiverton to hire new town administrator
Police Chief Patrick Jones, who has been serving as Tiverton’s acting town administrator for the last three months, will be offered the permanent job, according to Town Council President John G. Edwards, V.
Newport Pell Bridge among 68 U.S. bridges flagged by NTSB for Vessel Strike Risk Assessment
NTSB urges Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority to evaluate collapse risk following Key Bridge disaster
