The Portsmouth High School football team delivered a commanding homecoming performance Friday afternoon, shutting out Chariho 41-0 at home on Saturday. The Patriots (now 7-2) built an insurmountable 34-0 halftime lead and never looked back in the dominant Division II victory. Senior Luke Brandariz ignited the Portsmouth offense with the game’s first touchdown, a 3-yard […]
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Islanders edge Mt. Pleasant/T2 in thriller, 23-16
In a back-and-forth battle that came down to the final play, Middletown survived a late scare to defeat Mt. Pleasant/T2 Co-op 23-16 Friday night at Conley Stadium. The Islanders’ Mason Turner sealed the victory with a crucial defensive stop in the game’s waning seconds, denying Mt. Pleasant/T2’s last-gasp effort and preserving Middletown’s seven-point advantage. The […]
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Portsmouth girls’ soccer falls to La Salle 4-1 in road matchup
Despite an outstanding defensive performance from goalkeeper Grayson Helie, the Portsmouth High School girls’ soccer team fell 4-1 to La Salle Academy on Wednesday evening in a road contest. Helie was a bright spot for the Patriots, recording an impressive 22 saves to keep Portsmouth competitive throughout the match. Her stellar play in net helped […]
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Classical edges Tiverton 2-0 in defensive battle
The Tiverton High School girls field hockey team battled throughout Monday night’s road contest at Al Morro Athletic Complex, but couldn’t break through offensively against a strong Classical defense, falling 2-0 to the Purple. In what became a defensive struggle under the lights, goalkeeper Nick Brennan was stellar between the pipes for the Tigers (now […]
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Johnston blanks Rogers 35-0 behind dominant defensive effort
Johnston High School’s football team delivered a commanding performance Friday night at Toppa Field, shutting out Rogers 35-0 in a one-sided affair that saw the Panthers control the game from start to finish. Despite the lopsided score, Rogers managed to create some momentum in the first half when Jaidyn Spencer recovered a fumble to energize […]
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Portsmouth boys soccer falls to Pawtucket Co-op 3-1
Portsmouth High School’s boys soccer team dropped a 3-1 decision Tuesday night to Pawtucket Co-op at Max Reed Field in Pawtucket. The Patriots, coached by Mike Stinton with assistants Evan Carnevale and Jeff McGuirl, saw their record fall to 2-4-1 on the season with the loss. The first half saw both teams battle to a […]
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Portsmouth falls to La Salle in four sets despite second-set rally
La Salle Academy’s girls volleyball team overcame a mid-match stumble to defeat visiting Portsmouth 3-1 on Tuesday night, with the Rams taking sets 25-12, 16-25, and two additional sets to secure the victory. The match began with La Salle asserting early dominance, cruising to a commanding 25-12 first-set win that showcased the home team’s offensive […]
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Middletown dominates island rivalry, defeats Rogers 5-0 at Toppa Field
Middletown put on a show Friday night in the island rivalry matchup, defeating Rogers 5-0 at Toppa Field. The Islanders controlled the ball and scored three goals in the first half to lead 3-0. Nikolas DeSouza and Avery Soderberg each scored two goals to lead Middletown. Julian Peckham added one goal to end the night. […]
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Tiverton volleyball stays perfect with 3-0 sweep of St. Raphael Academy
The Tiverton High School girls volleyball team continued its undefeated march through the season Wednesday night, dismantling host St. Raphael Academy in straight sets, 25-16, 25-18, 25-17. The Tigers, now 8-0 on the season, were led by a balanced offensive attack with multiple players contributing across all statistical categories. Sayler Ouellette recorded 15 assists, three […]
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Rogers girls volleyball falls to Narragansett in four-set thriller
The Rogers High School Vikings mounted a spirited comeback Tuesday night but ultimately fell to visiting Narragansett in a thrilling four-set volleyball match at Rogers High School. After falling behind 2-0 in the opening sets, the Vikings (1-2) showed tremendous resilience by rallying to win the third set 28-26 in dramatic fashion. The back-and-forth battle […]
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Rogers girls soccer dominates Tiverton 4-2 behind Cutter’s hat trick
Sophomore sensation Kaia Cutter delivered a masterful performance Tuesday afternoon, scoring three goals to lead the Rogers High School Vikings to a 4-2 victory over Tiverton at Braga Park. The Vikings controlled the tempo from the opening whistle, racing out to a commanding 3-1 halftime lead behind Cutter’s explosive offensive display. The No. 7 forward […]
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Middletown defeats Tiverton 22-6 behind Williams’ two-touchdown performance
Middletown running back Sean Williams powered the Islanders to a 22-6 victory over Tiverton on Thursday night at Portsmouth High School, scoring twice to lead his team’s ground attack. Williams, wearing No. 2, carried the load for Middletown throughout the contest, finding the end zone twice in the convincing win. Jack Silvia added another touchdown […]
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Portsmouth Patriots dominate Rogers Vikings 27-7 behind balanced ground attack
The Portsmouth Patriots showcased a punishing ground game Thursday night, rolling past the Rogers Vikings 27-7 at Portsmouth High School. Senior running back Camryn Dugan led the charge for Portsmouth, finding the end zone along with Adam Conheeny, Jackson Hackley and Michael Faria in a balanced offensive attack. Rogers played tough throughout the first quarter […]
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Middletown girls soccer defeats Tiverton 6-2
Islanders’ offense explodes for six goals in high-scoring victory TIVERTON — Middletown High School’s girls soccer team put on an offensive showcase Tuesday night, defeating Tiverton 6-2 in a high-scoring contest that saw the Islanders pull away for a convincing road victory. Rebecca Audi led Middletown’s balanced attack with multiple goals, while teammates Ayla Green, […]
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Lincoln boys soccer dominates Tiverton in 6-0 shutout victory
Lincoln High School’s boys soccer team put on an offensive clinic Tuesday night, defeating Tiverton 6-0 in a dominant road performance that showcased the Lions’ depth and attacking prowess. Mason DiDomenico led Lincoln’s balanced scoring attack with two goals, while teammates Connor Johnson, Tre Baker, Charles Eltz, Brendan Carranza and Pyetro Wohlenberg also found the […]
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71st Newport Jazz Festival concludes with perfect weather, full crowds
NEWPORT, R.I. — The 71st Newport Jazz Festival wrapped up Sunday evening at Fort Adams State Park under perfect weather conditions, capping three days of sold-out performances that showcased everything from high-energy acts to traditional jazz, proving one thing for certain: Jazz music is fun. Friday’s opening day featured a unique educational component as high […]
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71st Newport Jazz Festival opens with student performances, star-studded lineup
NEWPORT, R.I. — The 71st Newport Jazz Festival kicked off Friday at Fort Adams State Park, combining the energy of emerging talent with legendary performers across three days of music that has drawn sold-out crowds to Newport’s iconic waterfront venue. Friday’s opening day featured a unique educational component as high school students from across the […]
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Over 1,300 runners celebrate craft beer and fitness at ninth annual Newport Beer Run
More than 1,300 runners laced up their shoes Saturday for the ninth annual Newport Beer Run at Fort Adams State Park, combining a scenic 5K race with craft beer sampling in one of Newport’s most popular summer events. Christopher Collett of Providence dominated the men’s field, crossing the finish line in 14:51 to earn the […]
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American stars sweep historic Hall of Fame Open finals
The 2025 Hall of Fame Open concluded Sunday with American players capturing every title in a historic sweep at the International Tennis Hall of Fame, marking the first time in over 35 years that a women’s professional singles champion was crowned on Newport’s storied courts. Caty McNally delivered the day’s most dramatic performance, staging a […]
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Middletown/Newport 12U All-Stars rally past Portsmouth 3-1 in season finale
In a hard-fought defensive battle that showcased the talent of both squads, the Middletown/Newport 12U All-Stars rallied for two runs in the fifth inning and added an insurance run in the sixth to defeat Portsmouth 3-1 on Saturday afternoon at Arthur Sherman Field. The game marked the conclusion of what had been successful seasons for […]
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Saturday sets stage for Championship Sunday at Hall of Fame Open
Under brilliant sunshine and perfect tennis conditions, the Hall of Fame Open’s semifinal Saturday delivered everything fans could hope for: comeback victories, dominant performances, and the promise of compelling championship matches ahead. The day’s marquee moment came on Center Court when Caty McNally staged a remarkable comeback against Elizabeth Mandlik. After dropping the opening set […]
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Nine Americans shine as historic Hall of Fame Open returns women’s tennis to Newport
The International Tennis Hall of Fame witnessed a piece of history Sunday as the qualifying round of the 2025 Hall of Fame Open began with 16 matches in front of a record-breaking crowd, marking the first time in 35 years that professional women’s tennis has returned to Newport’s hallowed grass courts. The day belonged to […]
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Photo Gallery: Italy storms back for convincing 12-7 victory over USA in Newport Polo Series
Team Italy got their redemption Saturday evening at Glen Farm Polo Grounds, defeating the USA 12-7 in a thrilling match that had the crowd on their feet until the final chukker. The 13th edition of this cherished Newport International Polo Series tradition lived up to its billing as “grande spettacolo,” with Italy seeking to avenge […]
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Middletown High School celebrates Class of 2025 Graduation
Middletown High School’s Class of 2025 celebrated its big day with a graduation ceremony at Gaudet Field on Saturday, June 14. The event honored 139 graduates and featured speeches from school officials, students, and community leaders. Principal Donna Sweet welcomed the graduates and delivered the Principal’s address, with Madelyn King delivering the Collective Student Voice […]
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Rogers High School celebrates Class of 2025 Graduation
Rogers High School celebrated the graduation of 127 seniors during a ceremony held at Toppa Field in Newport on Thursday (June 12). The Class of 2025 marked this milestone under clear skies as family, friends, and school officials gathered to honor their achievements. The evening’s ceremony began with the procession of faculty to “Air for […]