On the Market: A look at 40 listings that are hosting Open Houses this weekend
Check out these open houses this weekend, April 27 – 28, 2024
What’s Up in Newport this Weekend: April 26 – 28
Independent Bookstore Day, Albro Woods Work Party, I Scream! Social, and more!
Road Report: Schedule of lane closures and road construction projects (April 27 – May 8)
Here’s where to expect lane closures and delays.
Newport is among the first five municipalities selected for the Urban Forests for Rhode Island Technical Assistance Program
GIC will partner with each municipality for two to three years and set them on a trajectory to develop and sustain a thriving equity-driven urban forestry program.
U.S. Naval War College graduates 24 officers from Joint Force Maritime Component Commander course
U.S. Naval War College Graduates 24 Officers from Joint Force Maritime Component Commander Course
HousingWorks RI, a leader in addressing an “urgent housing crisis”
HousingWorks RI at Roger Williams University, recognized as a leading source for information in what has been described as an “urgent housing crisis,” is among three winners of Grow Smart Rhode Island’s 12th annual Rhode Island Smart Growth Awards.
Now Hiring: 100+ jobs available in the Newport area right now
There are currently over 100 job opportunities available in the Newport area. Below is a list of some of the available positions.
Sundance premiere ‘Girls State’ to screen in Newport
newportFILM will screen the Apple Original Films documentary “Girls State” following its premiere at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival.
Obituary: Myrtle Goodwin
June 24, 1937 — April 24, 2024
Newport Police Arrest & Dispatch Log: April 25 – 26
Newport Police make three arrests.
Tiverton Public Library to host grief writing workshop
Tiverton Public Library Announces Weekly Grief Writing Workshop
Rhode Island Historical Preservation and Heritage Commission aims to diversify the list of historic preservation sites to include more places significant to African and African American history
Rhode Island to better reflect African and African American history in historic preservation
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Fugitive charged in multi-state burglary ring
Man faces federal charges for allegedly using drones, GPS trackers, and a getaway car to track and steal valuables from Asian-owned businesses
Gerry Goldstein: A steady hand, in war and the composing room
Tommy Plymesser, a gentle and soundly anchored soul, greeted the world just over 100 years ago during his home-birthed arrival on – ironically – Farewell Street in Newport.
This Day in RI History: April 26, 1718, Esek Hopkins is born in Scituate
American Naval Officer and Slave Trader
Patriots select quarterback Drake Maye with No. 3 pick in NFL draft
If Maye was feeling the weight of being the quarterback to attempt to revive the six-time Super Bowl champions in the post-Bill Belichick era, he didn’t show it.
Emmanuel Community invites public to big band concert to raise funds for new accessibility ramp
Emmanuel Community hosting big band concert to raise funds for new accessibility ramp
Sen. Ujifusa and Rep. Kislak introduce bills to protect independent local pharmacies
Sen. Linda Ujifusa and Rep. Rebecca Kislak have introduced a pair of bills to protect Rhode Island’s independent pharmacies as well as consumer choice for prescription drugs.
Obituary: Randolph Totten
July 15, 1939 — April 23, 2024
Newport Schools’ Superintendent Jermain joins What’sUpNewp for a one-on-one conversation on Friday
Newport Superintendent of Schools Colleen Burns Jermain will join WhatsUpNewp for her monthly one-on-one live virtual video conversation on Friday at 1:30 p.m. to discuss issues ranging from Rogers High School construction to the proposed school budget.
José Ramírez hits grand slam, AL-leading Guardians beat Red Sox 6-4
José Ramírez belted his sixth career grand slam and had three hits, Will Brennan added a solo homer and the Cleveland Guardians beat the Boston Red Sox 6-4 on Thursday.
Signups are now open to join local Girl Scout troops
Signup event to be held at Portsmouth Free Public Library on May 1
Obituary: Andre Ajemian
March 17, 1928 — April 20, 2024
Newport’s paid parking season begins on May 1
Metered & Residential Parking Programs Return
Art in Full Bloom: Norman Bird Sanctuary celebrates 75th Anniversary with Paint Paradise: Plein Air Day and Benefit Show
On Saturday, April 20, the Norman Bird Sanctuary welcomed over 40 artists for its inaugural Paint Paradise: Plein Air Day followed by a successful evening benefit show.
Frost advisory issued for parts of Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island
Frost Advisory issued for parts of New England
$28 million in funding will support 12 community learning centers across Rhode Island
Newport and Middletown to receive $2.9 million to make improvements to the Florence Gray Center for a joint Newport-Middletown Community Center that will support and expand programming in the areas of student learning, workforce development and health monitoring and services.
Historians to illuminate African-heritage advancement in Gilded Age Rhode Island
Rhode Island Black Heritage Society scholars Theresa “Soni” Guzmán Stokes and Keith Stokes will trace this story from the Free African Union Society founded in 1780 to the formation of Colored Women Clubs during the Gilded Age.
Lippitt House Museum to offer guided tours focusing on lives of 19th-century family and servants
Lippitt House Museum to offer guided tours highlighting 19th-century family and servants
Dr. Michael Fine: What’s Crazy About Unionizing Healthcare Workers
Are we crazy to let healthcare professionals unionize? Nope. We’d be crazy not to support them every step of the way.
Adoptable Dog of the Week: Thor is the hero you’ve been waiting for
Thor, a 10-year-old male medium-sized mixed breed, is available for adoption from the Potter League for Animals in Middletown.
Newport Classical presents its next Chamber Series concert featuring soprano Magdalena Kuźma on May 17
Kuźma’s Newport Classical program explores the idea of home with works by Tom Cipullo, Frédéric Chopin, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Stefania Turkewich, Samuel Barber, Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein, and Meredith Willson.
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