By KIMBERLEE KRUESI Associated Press PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — A federal judge on Friday dismissed a Trump administration lawsuit demanding detailed voter data from Rhode Island, a decision that follows similar rulings in a handful of other states. U.S. District Court Judge Mary McElroy sided with Rhode Island’s top election officials and civil rights advocates, […]
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Judge orders turbine manufacturer to stick with Massachusetts offshore wind farm project
By HOLLY RAMER Associated Press A Massachusetts judge on Friday temporarily blocked a turbine manufacturer from pulling out of a major offshore wind farm project, saying it would be “fanciful” to imagine a new contractor could finish the installation. Vineyard Wind went to court last week after GE Renewables said it would be terminating its […]
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Newport to plant Liberty Tree on Arbor Day, marking kickoff to America’s 250th celebration
The city will mark Arbor Day this year with a Liberty Tree planting ceremony honoring the 250th anniversary of the United States. The event is scheduled for Friday, April 24, at 1:30 p.m. at William Ellery Park, located at the intersection of Thames and Farewell streets. It is free and open to the public. Hosted […]
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Puddingstone Music launches ‘Jazz at The Redwood’ series with Paul Cornish concert May 27
Puddingstone Music is expanding its salon series with a new jazz-focused partnership at the Redwood Library and Athenaeum, launching with a May 27 concert featuring Blue Note Records pianist Paul Cornish. Dubbed “Jazz at The Redwood,” the series will present both up-and-coming and internationally known jazz artists in the library’s intimate Harrison Room. The collaboration […]
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Newport Heights to receive nearly $4 million for rehab in state’s latest housing award
The Newport Heights development will receive nearly $4 million to preserve and rehabilitate its 81 units as part of a $72 million statewide housing award announced Thursday by Gov. Dan McKee’s administration. The $3,979,584 award to Trinity Newport for Newport Heights Phase I is the only Newport County project among seven developments funded in the […]
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Newport Jazz Festival to unveil 2026 lineup Tuesday, tickets on sale same day
The Newport Jazz Festival will unveil its 2026 lineup on Tuesday, April 21, with tickets going on sale the same afternoon for what will be the first festival under newly appointed Artistic Director Nate Smith. The festival returns to Fort Adams State Park on July 31, Aug. 1 and Aug. 2, marking its 72nd year […]
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Vermont man wins $50,000 on Newport-bought lottery ticket in first-ever play
A Vermont man visiting Newport for the summer bought his first-ever lottery ticket at a Bellevue Avenue grocery store — and walked away $50,000 richer. The Mendon, Vt., resident claimed the $50,000 prize on a Ruby Red 10X Instant Ticket purchased at Stop & Shop, 250 Bellevue Ave., according to the Rhode Island Lottery. The […]
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“The Gilded Age” returns to Newport for season 4 filming
HBO’s “The Gilded Age” is returning to Newport to film its fourth season, the Rhode Island Film & TV Office announced Thursday. The Emmy-winning drama, created by Lord Julian Fellowes of “Downton Abbey” fame, is set in 1880s New York City and Newport. Season four will feature returning stars Carrie Coon, Christine Baranski, Cynthia Nixon, […]
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Newport City Council to weigh Gulls license, boat show agreement and summer event permits
The Newport City Council will tackle a packed agenda Wednesday night, including a new license agreement for the Newport Gulls at Cardines Field, the annual Newport International Boat Show agreement, and a slate of special event permits for the upcoming summer season. The meeting is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. at City Hall, Council Chambers, 43 […]
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Fort Adams offers free guided tours for kids during April school vacation week
Families looking for something to do during April school vacation week have a free option at one of Newport’s most storied landmarks. The Fort Adams Trust is offering free guided tours for children under 17 at Fort Adams from April 18-26, the trust announced Thursday. The promotion applies exclusively to guided tours, and children must […]
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Newport Art Museum hosts artist panel tied to ‘Springboard’ exhibition April 16
The Newport Art Museum will host the second installment of its two-part InConversation panel series on April 16 at 5:30 p.m. in the Ilgenfritz Gallery, bringing together four artists from its current Members’ Juried Exhibition Springboard for a wide-ranging moderated discussion. Voices of Springboard will be led by Julie Keyes, the show’s juror and founder of Keyes Art, a global art […]
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Ray Suarez to deliver Salve Regina University commencement address May 17
Veteran broadcast journalist and author Ray Suarez will deliver the keynote address at Salve Regina University’s commencement ceremony next month, the Newport school announced today. Suarez will speak at the university’s 76th commencement on Sunday, May 17, and will receive an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters as a member of the Class of 2026. The […]
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Chariho board approves bond, denies superintendent extension
The Chariho School Committee last night (Tuesday) approved language that likely will lead to a $116 million district-wide bond referendum in November to build one unified school to replace three aging elementary schools, all with considerable problems. Meanwhile, the board also voted to deny School Superintendent Gina Picard an extension on her contract, which expires […]
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McKee pushes to repeal two-cent gas tax increase at Wakefield event
Gov. Dan McKee brought his push to roll back a state gasoline tax increase to the business community Wednesday, holding a press conference at Pier Cleaners in Wakefield to highlight his proposed fiscal year 2027 budget measure to repeal a two-cent gas tax hike passed by the General Assembly last year. McKee said the repeal […]
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A conversation with Robert Andreozzi: Littleneck Hospitality Group arrives at Hotel Viking
Newport’s dining scene is getting a major addition this spring. Last month, Hotel Viking announced that it had officially partnered with Providence-based Littleneck Hospitality Group to launch four new food and beverage concepts inside the historic property, setting the stage for one of the most exciting openings of the season. Behind the group are Robert […]
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This Day In History – April 15, 1786: Walter Channing born in Newport
Walter Channing, an American physician and professor of medicine, was born on April 15th, 1786 in Newport, RI. Walter Channing was the grandson of William Ellery (who was a signer of the Declaration of Independence) the brother of preacher William Ellery Channing (founder of Channing Memorial Church in Newport) and of fellow Harvard professor (of Rhetoric), Edward […]
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Aquidneck Island Earth Week returns April 18–26 with cleanups, hikes, film screenings and more
From shoreline cleanups to geology hikes to a climate film festival, the 7th Annual Aquidneck Island Earth Week kicks off Saturday, April 18, with more than two weeks of events spread across Newport, Middletown and Portsmouth. Organized by Sara Poirier of Spark Strategic Science Communication, the nine-day celebration runs through April 26 and draws together […]
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Sail America brings national sailing industry conference back to Newport
Sail America wrapped up its annual Sail America Industry Conference in Newport last month, drawing sailing industry professionals from around the country to the Newport Harbor Hotel and Marina for two days of speakers, panels and networking. The conference covered topics ranging from artificial intelligence to insurance to boat building. The keynote featured a conversation […]
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Governor McKee pushes to make Rhode Island’s Hope Scholarship permanent in state budget
Governor Dan McKee rallied students, staff and alumni at Rhode Island College on Tuesday to call for making the Hope Scholarship a permanent fixture in the state’s fiscal year 2027 budget. The Hope Scholarship is a last-dollar scholarship that covers free tuition for full-time juniors and seniors who are Rhode Island residents and have earned […]
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Rhode Island marks America’s 250th with veterans flights, liberty trees, WaterFire and more
As the nation prepares to mark the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence this July 4, Secretary of State Gregg Amore and the Rhode Island Semiquincentennial Commission are inviting the public to take part in a year’s worth of events celebrating the state’s unique role in the American Revolution. The calendar […]
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Rhode Island House passes Newport rep’s bill to require composting, food sharing in school cafeterias
The Rhode Island House of Representatives has approved a bill sponsored by Newport Rep. Lauren Carson that would require schools to compost or recycle cafeteria food waste and publicly disclose how they’re doing it. The bill (2026-H 7342) would require all school food service contracts to include provisions mandating the composting or recycling of organic […]
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Newport String Quartet to perform Bach, Glass and Schumann at Rough Point and Little Compton
The Newport String Project will present the fourth installment of its Newport County Concert Series on Saturday, May 2, at Rough Point in Newport and Sunday, May 3, at United Congregational Church in Little Compton. Both performances feature the project’s resident ensemble, the Newport String Quartet — violinists Ealaín McMullin and Kenneth Trotter, violist Florrie […]
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Greater Newport Chamber announces winners of 20th annual Excellence in Business Awards
The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce celebrated its 20th annual Excellence in Business Awards on April 8 at the Wyndham Newport Atlantic Resort, honoring six local businesses across as many categories before a crowd of more than 120 guests. Lee Merrill of Centreville Bank and Dr. Missy Varao of Salve Regina University co-emceed the event, […]
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Jamestown a cappella ensemble Accidental Sisters makes its Newport debut at Channing Memorial Church on May 10
Accidental Sisters, a women’s world music a cappella ensemble based in Jamestown, will make its Newport debut at 4 p.m. Sunday, May 10 at Channing Memorial Church, 135 Pelham St. The concert, titled “About Time,” runs through 5:30 p.m. and is free by donation. Founded in September 2009 and directed by Julie Beth Andrews, the […]
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Newport Little League to host annual fundraiser at O’Brien’s Pub on May 14
Newport Little League will hold its 2026 annual fundraiser from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, May 14 at O’Brien’s Pub, 501 Thames St., with tickets priced at $20 and including a drink and light appetizers. The event, which is open to all guests 21 and older, will also feature a raffle and silent auction. O’Brien’s […]