Ski and snowboard enthusiasts will have a chance to experience Teton Gravity Research’s latest film when “Pressure Drop” screens at the Jane Pickens Theater on Tuesday, Oct. 28, at 7:30 p.m. The screening marks the 30th anniversary of Teton Gravity Research, which was founded in 1995 by Steve Jones, Todd Jones and Dirk Collins using […]
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22 Bowen’s to host Italian winemaker dinner on Newport waterfront
22 Bowen’s Wine Bar & Grille will host Italian winemaker Stefano Gagliardo for a five-course wine-pairing dinner Nov. 1 at 5:30 p.m. Gagliardo, owner and winemaker of Poderi Gianni Gagliardo, will present wines from his family’s Piedmont winery alongside dishes prepared by Executive Chef Justin Garcia. The dinner costs $185 per person, plus tax and […]
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Alan Doyle to perform at JPT Film & Event Center in April
Spectacle Live will present Alan Doyle with special guests Bandits on the Run on Friday, April 25, at 8 p.m. at The JPT Film & Event Center. Doyle, a 14-time JUNO Award nominee and former member of acclaimed folk-pop group Great Big Sea, is touring in support of his fourth full-length solo studio album and […]
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What sold last week in Newport County: Oct. 13-17
According to data from the Statewide MLS, 15 properties sold across Newport County last week, spanning a range of price points and property types. Sales included single-family homes, condominiums, and multi-family properties, reflecting continued buyer engagement across multiple market segments. Inventory, though improving, is still historically low, and for those considering a sale before the […]
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Rail Explorers celebrates one-millionth rider with lesson in aging well
On Friday, October 17, a simple, joy-filled celebration took place in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, as Rail Explorers marked its one-millionth ride. This achievement represents more than a milestone–it reflects how we can still find wonder in new experiences, the beauty of nature, and the shared happiness that comes from doing something together in the open […]
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Brad Read captures DF95 National Championship in Newport sibling showdown
Brad Read of Middletown outlasted his younger brother Ken in a three-day battle to win the DF95 National Championship on Sunday, completing 14 races of remote-controlled sailing at Sail Newport. The victory came down to the final day of competition, with Brad holding off Ken by three points. Brian Shores of Lakewood, Texas, finished third, […]
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JPT Film & Event Center honors Robert Redford with eight-film retrospective
The Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center is launching a film series this month honoring the late Robert Redford, showcasing eight of the actor and filmmaker’s most celebrated works over the coming months. Redford died Sept. 16 at age 89. “Remembering Robert Redford” kicks off Sunday, Oct. 26, at 7 p.m. with a screening of […]
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Newport Vineyards celebrates 30 years
Settled on over 100 acres of farmland, family-owned and operated Newport Vineyards, celebrating 30 years in business, allows visitors the chance to experience farm-to-table dining, Sunday brunch, wine and cheese classes, live music, daily tours and tastings, and more. Open to all ages, the indoor marketplace and outdoor space give guests the chance to embrace […]
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On the Market: A look at 47 homes hosting open houses this weekend in Newport County (Oct. 18-19)
After a week in Austin, Texas, where I was attending the 2025 REMAX Elite retreat, we are back to your normally scheduled programming. Spending time with some of the top agents in the country is always inspiring, and hearing about the state of other markets throughout the country is always food for thought.This weekend’s Open […]
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Newport Mental Health gala raises nearly $220,000 for behavioral health services
Newport Mental Health’s 11th annual “Rock the Beach” gala raised nearly $220,000 for behavioral health programs in Newport County during a Sept. 25 event at the Newport Beach House. The fundraiser drew 250 guests for an evening featuring a live auction, paddle raise and entertainment by Purple Honey. “What moved me most at this year’s […]
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What’s happening this weekend in Newport: Oct. 17-19
Discover all that’s happening for live music, entertainment, and events this weekend in and around Newport. Organizing an event? Add it to What’sUpNewp’s event calendar. Friday, Oct. 17 Things To Do 8 a.m.: 2025 DF95 National Championship at Fort Adams State Park 10 a.m.: Class of 2026 T-Shirt Sale at Rogers High School 11 a.m.: […]
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34th annual Bowen’s Wharf Seafood Festival returns this weekend
The 34th annual Bowen’s Wharf Seafood Festival returns Saturday and Sunday, offering two days of fresh seafood, live music and coastal celebration on Newport’s historic waterfront. The festival, named one of Coastal Living Magazine’s “10 Fabulous Fall Festivals on the Coast,” runs from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. both days with free admission. Attendees can […]
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Newport resident named Rhode Island’s 2026 teacher of the year
Newport resident Sarah Dully was named Rhode Island’s 2026 Teacher of the Year during an all-school assembly at Narragansett High School on Sept. 16. Dully, an English Language Arts teacher at Narragansett High School, has been an educator since 2012 and joined the high school in 2020. She will represent Rhode Island at various Teacher […]
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Mother Pizzeria launches guest chef series with Boston’s Will Gilson
Mother Pizzeria is bringing fresh flavors to Newport with a new guest chef series featuring culinary talent from around the region. The series kicks off Wednesday, Oct. 29, from 5 to 9 p.m. with Chef Will Gilson of Puritan & Company in Boston, who will showcase his acclaimed South Shore Bar Pizza. Gilson, known for […]
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Tickets on sale for Halloween, holiday events at Newport Mansions
The Preservation Society of Newport County has announced tickets are now on sale for its annual Halloween and holiday celebrations at the Newport Mansions. Trick or treat at The Breakers Halloween Trick or Treat at The Breakers returns Friday and Saturday, Oct. 24-25, with admission in two sessions each evening at 5:30 and 6:30 p.m. […]
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Historic Newport estate ‘Champ Soleil’ lists for $22 million
Champ Soleil, one of only nine intact estates remaining from Newport’s Gilded Age, has come to market with an asking price of $22 million. The 5.3-acre property at 601 Bellevue Avenue is listed by Gustave White Sotheby’s International Realty, with co-owners Paul Leys and David Huberman representing the seller. The original owners, the Drexel family […]
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Rail Explorers to celebrate 1 millionth rider Friday
Rail Explorers expects to welcome its 1 millionth rider Friday at 11 a.m. at its Rhode Island location in Portsmouth. The milestone marks a decade of growth since the company launched the railbike industry in the United States in July 2015 in New York, according to a media advisory. Rail Explorers started with seven pedal-powered […]
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Katy Donovan named 2025 Newport County realtor of the year
Katy Donovan, broker and owner of Homes By Connect, has been named the 2025 realtor of the year by the Newport County Board of Realtors. The Newport County Board of Realtors announced the award Oct. 8. The honor recognizes a realtor who demonstrates professional integrity, industry leadership and community involvement. Donovan was selected for her […]
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Pivotal Brewing Company seeking new operator for Newport location
Pivotal Brewing Company announced Tuesday on Instagram that it is looking to transition its Newport location to new ownership, just five months after fully opening. In a candid Instagram post, the Bristol-based brewery explained its decision to step back from the Newport operation, saying the space doesn’t align with the company’s long-term business strategy. “We […]
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Rogers High School class of 2026 to hold t-shirt sale Oct. 24
The Rogers High School Class of 2026 will host a T-shirt sale on Friday, Oct. 24, on the school’s front steps from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., featuring a collaborative design with local surf brand Waterbrothers. The fundraiser is made possible through The BonRock Foundation, established by the Kilroy family in memory of their mother, […]
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Jim Belushi to perform holiday concert at The JPT Film + Event Center
Actor, musician, and comedian Jim Belushi will bring his holiday show to The JPT Film + Event Center on Friday, Dec. 12, for a fundraising concert benefiting Newport’s Broadway Street Fair. “Home For The Holidays: Jim Belushi & Friends Live In Concert” will feature Belushi alongside an ensemble of musicians, including members of the Rolling […]
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Citizens Pell Bridge run returns Sunday with road closures across Newport, Jamestown
Early risers across Aquidneck Island and Conanicut Island should prepare for traffic detours and delays this Sunday morning as 4,000 runners take to the Claiborne Pell Bridge for the sold-out Citizens Pell Bridge run. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Foundation will host the annual charity event on Sunday, Oct. 19, with the first wave […]
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Newport schools superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain to step down in June 2026
Colleen Burns Jermain, Ed.D., has announced she will step down as Superintendent of Newport Public Schools, effective June 30, 2026, bringing an end to her tenure leading the district. Jermain notified School Committee Chair James Dring and committee members of her decision in a letter dated Tuesday, October 14, 2025, citing the terms of her […]
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Adventure at the Fort draws nearly 2,500 scouts to Fort Adams
Nearly 2,500 scouts and families from across New England gathered at Fort Adams State Park this holiday weekend for Adventure at the Fort, the Narragansett Council – Scouting America’s annual camporee. More than 100 troops and packs participated in the weekend event, which offered more than 50 activities including climbing, fishing, shooting sports and sailing […]
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12 Newport County properties sell as million-dollar market stays strong
Twelve properties traded hands across Newport County last week, a healthy indicator that, despite the shifting market dynamics, motivated buyers and sellers are still finding common ground. Of those twelve sales, four surpassed $1 million, underscoring the continued strength of the upper-tier market that has defined much of Aquidneck Island and its surrounding communities in […]