by Alexander Castro, Rhode Island CurrentMarch 2, 2026 Newport City Councilor and former mayor Xaykham “Xay” Khamsyvoravong joined a group of seasoned health care workers for breakfast at the IHOP near the East Providence–Seekonk, Massachusetts, line Monday morning. Over plates of scrambled eggs and tiny bowls of fruit cocktail, the group was to discuss the […]
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What Sold: A look at 6 recent sales across Newport County (Feb. 23 – 27)
Last week we saw six sales recorded in the statewide MLS across Jamestown, Middletown, Newport, Portsmouth, and Tiverton. While the number of recorded closings was slightly lighter, largely due to delays caused by the recent blizzard, activity has already begun to rebound as the Rhode Island spring housing market comes into focus. The transactions that […]
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Queta’s career-high 27 points spark Celtics to 114-98 win over 76ers
BOSTON (AP) — Neemias Queta scored a career-high 27 points and added 17 rebounds to help the Boston Celtics recover from a slow start and rally to beat the Philadelphia 76ers 114-98 on Sunday night. Jaylen Brown added 27 points, eight rebounds and eight assists, and Derrick White finished with 21 points and eight assists as the […]
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Portsmouth girls basketball holds off North Kingstown, advances to semifinals
Violet Silvia scored 21 points to lead Portsmouth to a 54-47 win over North Kingstown in a girls basketball playoff game Saturday night at North Kingstown High School. The sophomore standout was the catalyst for a Portsmouth offense that built a 21-18 halftime lead and never looked back. Gyselle Mairs added 16 points and Annie […]
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Coventry erases big deficit, stuns Rogers in fourth quarter to advance to semifinals
Coventry rallied from an 18-point halftime deficit to stun Rogers 47-43 in a girls basketball playoff game Saturday at Rogers High School, with the Cougars advancing to the semifinals against Tiverton. Rogers jumped out to a dominant 16-6 lead after the first quarter and appeared in control at 24-12 at halftime, fueled by Zaida Aponte’s […]
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Obituary: Susan Mary Hopf
Susan Mary Hopf, 61, of Newport, RI, passed away at Newport Hospital on February 24, with her sister, Catherine, at her side, after a six year courageous and brave fight with cancer.Susan was born on March 31, 1964 in Newport-the daughter of Audrey and John Hopf. She graduated from Rogers High School and went on […]
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Police video shows chaotic aftermath of Rhode Island ice rink shooting
Newly released video of the aftermath of a deadly shooting at a Rhode Island ice rink last week shows a chaotic scene of bystanders and law enforcement rushing to help victims and initial confusion over which person was the shooter. “My dad shot my brother,” a woman tells an officer outside the arena, police body camera video […]
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Brown, Vucevic score 28, Celtics shoot season-high 66% in a 148-111 win over the Nets
BOSTON (AP) — Jaylen Brown had 28 points, nine assists and seven rebounds and the Boston Celtics rolled past the Brooklyn Nets 148-111 on Friday night. Nikola Vucevic finished with 28 points and 11 rebounds for his third double-double since joining the Celtics. Payton Pritchard added 22 points for Boston, which has won five of six since returning […]
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Newport Schools need your help: Grab a shovel this weekend to get kids back to school Monday
After a full week of closures, Newport Public Schools is asking families, students, and neighbors to grab a shovel this weekend and help clear the way for schools to reopen Monday. Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain issued an appeal Friday asking the community to help shovel sidewalks leading to bus stops and schools. The more sidewalks […]
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Hot Tuna, Yasmin Williams & William Tyler among latest Newport Folk Festival additions
Hot Tuna, the legendary blues duo born out of Jefferson Airplane, will make its first-ever appearance at the Newport Folk Festival this summer, organizers announced this week. Guitarist Jorma Kaukonen and bassist Jack Casady, both Rock and Roll Hall of Famers who have been playing together for more than half a century, are set for […]
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Rose Island Lighthouse trust names new executive director as organization enters 40th year
The Rose Island Lighthouse and Fort Hamilton Trust has named Amanda Kay Ritchie as its new executive director, the Newport-based nonprofit announced Friday. The board’s selection was unanimous, capping an eight-week regional search led by the organization’s People and Culture Committee. Ritchie brings more than 12 years of senior nonprofit leadership experience in fundraising, communications, […]
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On the Market: After the blizzard, here’s a look at this weekend’s Open Houses in Newport County (Feb. 28 -March 1)
We are coming off a blizzard that will be remembered for years to come. Historic snowfall, 4 to 5 foot drifts in some neighborhoods, and a city working around the clock to move and shake the snow from our streets. It has been an impressive effort by public works crews and neighbors alike. As a […]
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Obituary: James E. Garman
James Edward Garman of Portsmouth, Rhode Island died Sunday, February 22 at the age of 87 after a long and courageous battle with Congestive Heart Failure and Kidney Disease. Jim was a teacher and coach at Portsmouth Abbey, a veteran of the United States Navy, and first and foremost, a passionate advocate for the history […]
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Obituary: James Seigler Jr
James Byrnes Seigler, Jr., 95, of Middletown and formerly of Houston, Texas, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2026, at The Royal Middletown, comforted by his beloved canine companion, Steve. Born on December 11, 1930, in Augusta, Georgia, Jim was the son of James Byrnes Seigler and Eula Mildred (Blount) Seigler. Jim was married for […]
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Viktor Arvidsson scores twice in the Bruins’ 4-2 win over the Blue Jackets
BOSTON (AP) — Viktor Arvidsson scored twice, Joonas Korpisalo made 36 saves and the Boston Bruins beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 4-2 on Thursday night in the first game for both teams after the three-week break for the Olympics. Morgan Geekie and Sean Kuraly and also scored for the Bruins. Kuraly gave Boston a two-goal […]
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Odunowo’s 15 lead UMBC over Bryant 70-58
BALTIMORE (AP) — Josh Odunowo scored 15 points as UMBC beat Bryant 70-58 on Thursday for their seventh-straight win. Odunowo added six rebounds for the Retrievers (19-8, 12-2 America East Conference). Anthony Valentine shot 6 of 10 from the field, including 1 for 3 from 3-point range, and went 2 for 3 from the line […]
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Mitchell’s 23 lead St. Bonaventure over Rhode Island 94-76
OLEAN, N.Y. (AP) — Frank Mitchell had 23 points in St. Bonaventure’s 94-76 victory against Rhode Island on Thursday. Mitchell added 10 rebounds for the Bonnies (15-13, 4-11 Atlantic 10 Conference). Cayden Charles added 21 points, 10 rebounds and four steals. Darryl Simmons II had 17 points and shot 7 for 12 from the floor. […]
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Newport Mental Health names Dr. Joshua C. Brown as new medical director
Newport Mental Health has appointed Joshua C. Brown, M.D., Ph.D., as its new medical director, the organization announced Thursday. Brown, a dual-trained psychiatrist and neurologist, will lead a team of psychiatrists and clinical nurse specialists and play a key role in guiding the future development of behavioral health programs across the organization. “Dr. Brown brings […]
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Home of the Week: A three-family just steps from Newport Harbor
Location drives value in Newport, and 32 Houston Avenue delivers on that front. This legal three-family property sits just six doors from King Park and the waterfront in the heart of the Fifth Ward. From the front steps, it’s a short walk to the harbor, public dinghy docks, and nearby marinas, with easy access to […]
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Ghana national soccer team to train at Bryant University during FIFA World Cup 2026
The Ghana Football Association has selected Bryant University as its official training site and base camp for the FIFA World Cup 2026, state and university officials announced Thursday. Ghana’s Black Stars will use Bryant’s 43,000-square-foot field house and state-of-the-art training, recovery and wellness center during the tournament, which runs June 11 to July 19 across […]
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Jokic has 30 points and 12 rebounds in the Nuggets’ 103-84 win over the Celtics
By MICHAEL KELLY Associated Press DENVER (AP) — Nikola Jokic had 30 points and 12 rebounds on a rough shooting night to help the Denver Nuggets beat the Boston Celtics 103-84 on Wednesday. Denver played most of the game without guard Jamal Murray. He left after logging 7:51 due to an illness and did not […]
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Jaylin Sellers scores 27 and Providence defeats Xavier 94-84
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Jaylin Sellers’ 27 points helped Providence defeat Xavier 94-84 on Wednesday. Sellers shot 10 of 14 from the field, including 4 for 6 from 3-point range, and went 3 for 4 from the line for the Friars (13-15, 6-11 Big East Conference). Jason Edwards scored 24 points, going 7 of 14 […]
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What to know about the risks of carbon monoxide poisoning after college student’s death
A Rhode Island college football player died from carbon monoxide poisoning after he tried to charge his phone in his car during a massive snow storm in a power outage. The storm knocked out power for hundreds of thousands of people across the Northeast. First responders found 21-year-old Salve Regina University student Joseph Boutros unresponsive in his car on […]
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Jane Pickens Theater to host Princess June record release, SNACKTIME 4/20 show this spring
The Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center has announced two spring concerts: a record release party for Newport-based folk trio Princess June on March 5 and a 4/20 celebration headlined by Philadelphia seven-piece SNACKTIME on April 18. Princess June Princess June — singer-songwriters Myah Strauser, Griffin Keeffe and Telli Quinn — will perform their debut […]
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The power of your story: Kim Fuller and the beautiful, messy relevance of being seen and heard
Telling personal stories has a measurable positive effect. They help us feel seen and remind us that we are seen. As we grow older, and older still, it can begin to feel as though our stories are fading. In reality, they’re right where they’ve always been. Sometimes, it’s something simple. A snowy day can bring […]