Rhode Island Sen. Jack Reed led 23 Senate colleagues Monday in demanding the Trump administration remove partisan political messages from federal agency websites and employee email accounts. Reed and Sen. Jeff Merkley of Oregon sent the letter to Office of Management and Budget Director Russ Vought claiming the messages violate federal law prohibiting the use […]
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In Photos: 2025 Newport Concours d’Elegance
The 7th Annual Audrain Newport Concours d’Elegance has come to a close. The weather for the whole affair over the past 5 days has been perfect, and the field of distinguished and rare motorcars was beyond description. The 180 vehicles are separated into 26 classes and judged within each class with a runner-up, second place, […]
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Breast cancer cases increase, while the death rate decreases
More than 1,100 women in Rhode Island and more than 316,000 women nationally will be diagnosed by the end of this year with breast cancer, according to the American Cancer Society. That diagnosis will present what will seem for many insurmountable physical and emotional challenges. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and we caught up […]
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Chamber to hold sixth annual Business Walk on Oct. 24
The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce will conduct its sixth annual Business Walk on Friday, Oct. 24, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., bringing together business owners and local leaders to discuss the region’s economic climate. Volunteers organized into small teams will visit local businesses throughout Newport County for 15-minute, in-person conversations. The initiative, coordinated […]
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Rare 1933 Alfa Romeo wins top honor at Newport Concours d’Elegance
A magnificent unrestored 1933 Alfa Romeo 8C-2300 “Rimoldi” Corto Spyder captured Best of Show honors Sunday at the 2025 Audrain Newport Concours d’Elegance, besting 184 classic automobiles from across the United States and Europe. The winning car, owned by Chris MacAllister, also took first place in the Pre-War Alfa Romeo class at the prestigious event […]
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Groups sue EPA over canceled $7 billion solar program intended to help poorer Americans
By ALEXA ST. JOHN and JENNIFER McDERMOTT Associated Press Several groups and nonprofit organizations filed a lawsuit Monday against the Environmental Protection Agency over the canceling of a $7 billion Solar for All program intended to make solar power accessible to more than 900,000 lower-income Americans. They say the Trump administration’s termination of the program was illegal […]
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Taste of Newport to honor 6 culinary legends at annual fundraiser
Six local restaurateurs who helped establish Newport as a premier dining destination will be honored at the 42nd Annual Taste of Newport on Nov. 2 at the Newport Marriott Hotel & Spa. The event will recognize Sue Lamond of Salvation Cafe, Richard “Biggy” Korn and Maria Ranftle of Yesterday’s, Peter Crowley of La Forge Casino […]
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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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Veteran broadcaster buys WBLQ and WWRI Radio stations
Nearly three years after Chris DiPaolo’s untimely death at the age 49, the radio stations he owned in Westerly and Coventry have sold to a new owner who promises the stations will continue with robust local news, information and entertainment coverage. Rick W. Schmidt of Yonkers, New York, and owner of Greater Hits USA, an […]
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Marcus Samuelsson brings message of heritage and community to Newport Wine & Food Festival
Celebrity chef Marcus Samuelsson (“Chopped,” “Top Chef Masters”) headlined this year’s Newport Wine & Food Festival, and his Conversation event proved to be one of the big highlights of the late summer. The intimate talk took place at Rosecliff, culminating the festivities. Gathered guests were treated to a rare opportunity to hear directly from one […]
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Newport Elks Lodge to host Halloween fundraiser for local nonprofits
Newport Elks Lodge #104 will host a Halloween party fundraiser on Saturday, Oct. 11, from 6-10 p.m. to benefit two local organizations that serve individuals with disabilities. The event at the lodge, 141 Pelham Street, will feature live music from local band Bar Fly, raffles, silent auctions and snacks. Tickets are $20 at the door, […]
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Newport Historical Society reports record participation at annual meeting
The Newport Historical Society celebrated record-high program participation at its 2025 annual meeting on Thursday, announcing it has reached more than 24,000 people through its initiatives this year. The organization has hosted 24 programs, conducted 207 tours, and facilitated more than 350 research engagements so far in 2025. “The reach of the Newport Historical Society […]
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Tiverton animal sanctuary named finalist in national awards competition
West Place Animal Sanctuary has been named a finalist in the fifth annual Defender Service Awards presented by Chase, marking the fourth time in five years the Rhode Island nonprofit has reached the finals. The organization, which rescues and rehabilitates farm animals, is competing in the Honorees category against nonprofits from across the United States […]
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Newport Water Division to conduct fall flushing program
The Newport Water Division will conduct its fall water main flushing program from Oct. 13-30, with crews working overnight hours across Aquidneck Island. The maintenance program will run from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m. each night, with signs posted in advance of work in each area. Residents may experience discolored water and low water pressure […]
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Jamestown nonprofit breaks ground on coastal campus at Fort Getty
The Conanicut Island Sailing Foundation celebrated the groundbreaking of its new coastal campus at Fort Getty Park on Sept. 25, marking a milestone for the 25-year-old nonprofit that provides free sailing instruction and environmental education. More than 200 community members attended the ceremony for the facility, which will include classrooms, administrative offices and a workshop. […]
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Newport City Council to meet Oct. 8
The Newport City Council will meet on Wednesday, Oct. 8, at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers on the second floor of City Hall, 43 Broadway. The meeting agenda includes several license applications, board appointments, and action items from the City Manager. Notable items on the agenda include a request from The Vanderbilt to expand entertainment to […]
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Newport electric prices to drop 10% this winter
Electric rates through the Newport Community Electricity program will drop 10% from last winter when new pricing takes effect in November, city officials announced Thursday. The winter rates, which will remain fixed through customers’ May 2026 meter reads, will offer cost savings compared to RI Energy’s Last Resort Service while providing cleaner electricity with 5% […]
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Newport Public Education Foundation names 2025 award winners
The Newport Public Education Foundation will honor four recipients at its annual Evening for Education event Oct. 23, recognizing outstanding contributions to the city’s public schools. The awards ceremony will take place from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Innovate Newport. Tickets are available at npef-ri.org. This year’s Noreen Stonor Drexel Education Award recipients are Ruth […]
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Obituary: Dorothy Pimental
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Dorothy V. Pimental, a beloved member of our Newport community, who left us on September 26, 2025, at the age of 98. She was the wife of the late Antone T. Pimental. Dorothy was born on February 8, 1927, in Newport, RI. She was the loving daughter of […]
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Newport Tree Conservancy seeks volunteers for Miantonomi Park reforestation effort
The Newport Tree Conservancy is calling on community volunteers to help plant 100 native trees in Miantonomi Park during a two-day event later this month. The volunteer planting initiative will take place Oct. 24-25 from noon to 2 p.m. each day as part of an ongoing effort to restore Newport’s largest forested area, which faces […]
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Historic Newport, Providence, Jamestown office buildings sell for $3.9M
Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty has announced the $3.9 million portfolio sale of three historic Compass office buildings in Newport, Providence, and Jamestown. Gregory Arakelian of Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty represented the buyer, Sand Point Companies, in the transaction. John Hodnett of Lila Delman Compass represented the sellers, Pam Delman and John […]
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National Sailing Hall of Fame opens nominations for Class of 2026
The National Sailing Hall of Fame will begin accepting nominations Wednesday for its Class of 2026, inviting sailing enthusiasts nationwide to submit candidates through Dec. 31. The announcement follows the hall’s 15th anniversary and class induction ceremony, which brought the total number of honored sailing legends to 147. “Our process is unique in that it […]
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Newport theater project to bring historic cemetery to life
A theatrical performance will transform Newport’s Common Burying Ground into an immersive storytelling experience next month, bringing the lives of some of the 8,000 people buried there back to life through drama and music. “Life After Life” will be performed four times over two days, Nov. 1-2, featuring more than 45 local actors, musicians and […]
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Corcoran Group launches first Rhode Island affiliate with Barrington-based brokerage
The Corcoran Group announced Monday the launch of its first Rhode Island affiliate, Corcoran Chart House Realty, marking the second major luxury real estate brand to expand into the state in less than a week. The announcement comes four days after SERHANT., the brokerage founded by Netflix star Ryan Serhant, revealed it had recruited five top […]
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Newport Volleyball Club to host grass tournament at Cardines Field Oct. 12
Newport Volleyball Club will host the Cardines Classic grass volleyball tournament at Cardines Field on Sunday, Oct. 12, from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The special event, approved by Newport City Council, will bring together players and fans for a day of competition at the historic venue. Spectators can watch matches and cheer on athletes […]