It was a notably quiet week for residential conveyances across Newport County, with just three homes changing hands according to the statewide MLS. While slower weeks are not uncommon this time of year, the limited number of recorded sales highlights how thin inventory remains across much of the county. Fewer closings do not reflect a […]
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Caught off guard: Involuntary discharge and why it belongs in your aging plan
Recently, I was working with The Edward King House Senior Center, The Senior Agenda Coalition of Rhode Island (SACRI) and Age-Friendly Rhode Island to bring an invitation-only screening of the film Involuntary and a panel discussion to Newport. While this screening has been postponed, one thing became clear to me: many people don’t know what […]
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Newport man claims $32,000 lottery prize days before ticket expired
A Newport man nearly missed out on a $32,000 payday. The winner claimed his Wild Money jackpot just five days before the ticket expired, according to the Rhode Island Lottery. He had one year from the January 27, 2025, drawing date to collect. He purchased the winning ticket at Joe’s Kwik Marts, 864 West Main […]
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Newport County digs out from winter storm; parking bans, school closings remain in effect
Newport County residents are waking up to more than a foot of snow Monday morning, with more on the way as the region continues to dig out from a major winter storm. A trained spotter in Little Compton reported 14.5 inches of snow as of 10:40 p.m. Sunday, while Portsmouth recorded 11 inches, according to the […]
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Patriots punch ticket to 12th Super Bowl with gritty 10-7 win over Broncos in snowy Denver
By ARNIE STAPLETON AP Pro Football Writer DENVER (AP) — Drake Maye handled the sloppy, snowy conditions better than the home team and he scored New England’s only touchdown on a 6-yard keeper, propelling the Patriots to their 12th Super Bowl with a 10-7 win over the Denver Broncos in the AFC championship game Sunday. Maye threw […]
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Elections Board forgives hundreds of thousands of dollars in fines
Over the last four months, the state Board of Elections has excused hundreds of thousands of dollars in fines for candidates who have failed to file quarterly finance reports or filed them late. This flurry follows years in which the Board has been frustrated by the courts, which, when asked by offenders, have regularly significantly […]
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Winter storm warning now in effect; 12-20 inches of snow expected through Monday
A winter storm warning is now in effect for Newport and much of southern New England, with heavy snow expected to begin this morning and continue through Monday evening. The National Weather Service is forecasting 12 to 20 inches of snow for the region. The warning remains in effect until 8 p.m. Monday. Snow will […]
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On the Market: A look at each Open House happening in Newport County this weekend (Jan. 24-25)
This weekend’s open house schedule across Newport County is notably frontloaded on Saturday, as agents and sellers prepare for an impending winter storm expected to bring snowfall and impact much of the area on Sunday. As a result, the bulk of showings and open house activity has been concentrated into a tighter Saturday window. Given […]
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Newport Community School receives grant to continue after-school programs at Thompson, Rogers
Newport Community School will use a grant from the Rhode Island Foundation’s Equity Action Fund to continue supporting LGBTQ+ students at Frank E. Thompson Middle School and William S. Rogers High School. The organization is one of 14 groups serving LGBTQ+ residents that will share $87,000 in grants through the fund. The funding will support […]
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Rhode Island brewers team up to create ‘401 Beer,’ releasing statewide April 1
Rhode Island’s craft brewers are joining forces this spring to release a collaborative beer named after the Ocean State’s iconic area code. Members of the Rhode Island Brewers Guild have created “401 Beer,” a limited-edition hoppy lager set to launch statewide on Wednesday, April 1. Proceeds from sales will benefit the guild. The recipe came […]
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Jo’s American Bistro reopens under new ownership as Heritage Restaurant Group completes acquisition
Jo’s American Bistro reopened its doors Thursday evening under new ownership after Heritage Restaurant Group completed its acquisition of the beloved Memorial Boulevard restaurant. The restaurant, which has been a staple of Newport’s dining scene since 2013, welcomed guests back at 4:30 p.m. on January 22. Heritage Restaurant Group, which owns a growing portfolio of Rhode […]
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Congressman Amo secures $2.7 million in federal funding for Newport County projects
Congressman Gabe Amo (D-RI) announced Friday that he has secured more than $2.7 million in federal Community Project Funding for three Newport County projects as part of an $11 million package for Rhode Island’s First Congressional District. The funding, which passed the House of Representatives on January 22, will be sent to the President for […]
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Cities with the most expensive homes in Rhode Island
Purchasing a home is one of the most important investments there is. More than a place to live, homeownership is an asset with the potential to tremendously rise in value. But with home prices reaching record heights, affordability plays a huge role for buyers. The typical home value in the United States was $359,078 in […]
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Winter storm watch issued for Newport County; 8-15 inches of snow possible Sunday into Monday
Newport County is bracing for a one-two punch of winter weather this weekend, with dangerously cold temperatures arriving tonight followed by a potentially significant snowstorm Sunday into Monday. The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm watch for the region from Sunday morning through Monday evening. Forecasters say 8-15 inches of snow is possible, […]
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Newport Restaurant Group to open Avvio Ristorante in Millbury, Massachusetts
Newport Restaurant Group announced Wednesday it will open a new Avvio Ristorante at The Shops at Blackstone Valley in Millbury, Massachusetts, marking the company’s fifth restaurant in the Commonwealth and first in Worcester County. The restaurant, located at 70 Worcester-Providence Turnpike, is scheduled to open in summer 2026. The 5,200-square-foot space will feature seating for […]
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Rep. Carson introduces bills to protect Newport Hospital birthing center, expand maternal health services
Rep. Lauren H. Carson has made protecting maternal health care her top legislative priority this session, introducing two bills aimed at safeguarding birthing centers across Rhode Island amid ongoing discussions about the future of Newport Hospital’s Noreen Stonor Drexel Birthing Center. Carson, a Democrat representing Newport, submitted the legislation on the same day she introduced […]
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Rogers High School seeking $7,500 to continue senior banner tradition on Broadway
A fundraising effort is underway to continue the tradition of displaying portrait banners of Rogers High School seniors along Broadway ahead of their 2026 graduation. The campaign, organized by RHS 2026 Families, has raised $1,955 from 23 donors as of Thursday — about 27% of its $7,500 goal. The project is entirely self-funded through community […]
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RIPTA urges riders to sign up for alerts as winter storm approaches Rhode Island
With a winter storm forecast to bring heavy snow to Rhode Island this weekend, the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority is asking bus riders to sign up for service alerts and prepare for possible delays, detours, or cancellations. RIPTA said service updates will be posted at ripta.com/alerts and on the agency’s social media accounts (@RideRIPTA […]
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Newport City Council to consider Cliff Walk improvements, natural gas moratorium at Jan. 28 meeting
The Newport City Council meets on Wednesday, January 28, at 6:30 p.m. with a full agenda including infrastructure investments, entertainment licenses, and a recommended moratorium on new natural gas connections. Cliff Walk Restroom Expansion The Council will consider engineering services for a Cliff Walk restroom expansion, a long-discussed improvement for the popular coastal walkway. Natural […]
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Rhode Island may ditch Mr. Potato Head license plates after Hasbro’s move to Boston
By KIMBERLEE KRUESI Associated Press PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — It’s been no small potatoes that Rhode Islanders have been able to choose the image of Mr. Potato Head as a specialty license plate for decades. Yet with Hasbro’s decision to move its headquarters from the smallest state in the U.S. to Boston, two lawmakers say it’s time to hash […]
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What you can buy on Aquidneck Island for under $500,000
Affordability is one of the biggest hurdles facing homebuyers who want to live on Aquidneck Island. For many families and first-time buyers, the math simply hasn’t worked, pushing them to explore nearby markets where their dollar stretches further. Communities like Tiverton, Warren, Bristol, North Kingstown, and South Kingstown have all seen increased interest as buyers […]
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Rogers boys finish fifth at Sullivan Meet in Providence
Rogers, Tiverton, and Middletown athletes competed at the Sullivan Meet at Providence Career & Technical Academy on Tuesday, with the Vikings boys team finishing fifth overall with 44 points. North Kingstown dominated the meet, winning both the boys and girls team titles with 186.5 and 207 points, respectively. Several local athletes earned top finishes in […]
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For many women, menopause marks a turning point—but not an endpoint. It’s a phase that can bring physical changes, emotional shifts, and new questions about long-term health. Yet too often, women feel unprepared for what’s ahead or unsure where to turn for guidance. At the South County Health Center for Women’s Health—now welcoming patients in […]
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Gift from late Newport resident helps MVYRADIO exceed $600,000 fundraising goal
MVYRADIO has surpassed its $600,000 Bridge The Gap fundraising goal, allowing the public radio station to move forward with financial security after Congress and the administration moved to defund the Corporation for Public Broadcasting last summer. The CPB had provided community service grants to MVYRADIO — which broadcasts at 88.7 FM on Cape Cod and […]
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What Sold: A look at 16 homes that changed hands last week in Newport County (Jan. 12-16)
The Newport County real estate market continues to be off to the races with a roaring start in the first quarter of the year, with strong and consistent activity across a wide range of price points and property types. From entry-level condominiums to Gilded Aged legacy estates, buyer demand remained steady and competitive last week […]