Registration opened Thursday for Save The Bay’s BayCamp, a week-long summer program that immerses young people in the marine environment of Narragansett Bay. The camps, offered for students who have completed grades K-12, take place in Providence, Newport, Wickford and Bristol. They focus on environmental and marine sciences while allowing campers to explore shorelines and […]
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Newport Scout completes Eagle project at Norman Bird Sanctuary
A Newport Scout has achieved Scouting’s highest honor after leading the restoration of a weathered bridge at the Norman Bird Sanctuary. Ethan Hoag of Scouting America Troop 3 Newport completed his Eagle Scout Service Project by rebuilding the Shady Glade Bridge, a popular feature along one of the sanctuary’s trails that had become unsafe over […]
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Portsmouth track athletes claim multiple first-place finishes at indoor dual meet
Portsmouth’s indoor track and field team turned in a strong performance Monday at Providence Career & Technical Academy, with several Patriots capturing first-place finishes in a dual meet against Rhode Island competition. Lucy Tate led the way for Portsmouth on the girls side, winning the long jump with a mark of 17-05.75 (5.32 meters). On […]
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Middletown installs temporary erosion barriers at Second Beach
Town crews began installing temporary erosion protection systems at Second Beach this week in an effort to shield the popular destination’s dunes and pathways from winter storm damage. The Department of Public Works is placing the barriers at the mouth of each pathway along Sachuest Point Road, according to a news release from the town. […]
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What Sold: A look at 12 recent sales across Newport County (Dec. 22-Jan. 2)
As the calendar turns each year, the final two weeks of December are almost always a quiet period for real estate. Between holiday travel, family commitments, and law offices/title companies operating on reduced schedules or closing altogether, the normal rhythm of transactions tends to slow considerably. This year was no exception. From December 22, 2025, […]
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Portsmouth blanks RMT 1-0 in defensive battle at St. George’s
Rafe Dionne’s first-period power play goal proved to be the difference as Portsmouth defeated RMT 1-0 in Rhode Island Interscholastic League hockey action Saturday at St. George’s School. Dionne, a junior defenseman, found the back of the net at the 8:13 mark of the opening period with assists from captain Connor Rogers and Hadrian Dougherty. […]
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Orr, Mairs lead Portsmouth past Tiverton in girls basketball
Stella Orr and Gyselle Mairs each scored 15 points to lead Portsmouth to a 61-32 victory over Tiverton in girls basketball Thursday night at Portsmouth High School. Annie Hurd added 13 points for the Patriots, while Orr also led the team on the glass with seven rebounds. Tiverton’s Cami Oliveira put on a shooting display […]
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Puddingstone to present internationally acclaimed Sitkovetsky Trio at Rough Point
Coming off a sold-out holiday double-header concert at Redwood Library, the Puddingstone chamber music series returns to Rough Point mansion on Jan. 27 with a performance by the internationally celebrated Sitkovetsky Trio. Known as one of today’s foremost piano trios, violinist Alexander Sitkovetsky, cellist Isang Enders and pianist Wu Qian have earned critical acclaim and […]
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Winter weather advisory issued for Newport: 2-4 inches of snow expected for New Year’s Eve
The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for Newport and surrounding areas, with snow expected to move in Wednesday evening and continue into New Year’s Day. The advisory is in effect from 7 p.m. Wednesday through 1 p.m. Thursday. Newport and all of Rhode Island can expect total snow accumulations of 2 […]
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Polar plunge returns to Newport on New Year’s Day
A Wish Come True will host its 22nd annual Freezin’ for a Reason Polar Plunge Challenge on Jan. 1, 2026, at Easton’s Beach. Participants will plunge into the Atlantic Ocean at noon to raise funds for children ages 3-18 battling life-threatening illnesses in Rhode Island, southeastern and central Massachusetts, and eastern Connecticut. “The Polar Plunge […]
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A 2026 Market Prediction from the President of the Newport County Board of Realtors
As we head into 2026, there is no shortage of opinions about where the housing market is going. What I want to offer here is not a national headline or a one-size-fits-all forecast, but a grounded, local perspective rooted in experience. I have a front-row seat to how buyers, sellers, and renters are actually behaving […]
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On the Market: A look at 13 homes hosting Open Houses this weekend in Newport County (Dec. 26-27)
As we head into the home stretch of the year, this marks the last weekend of Open Houses for 2025. Coming off the Christmas holiday, it’s completely natural for many sellers to pause. With family in town, travel schedules, and the general chaos that comes with the holidays, hosting open houses often takes a back […]
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What Sold: A look at 21 recent sales across Newport County (Dec. 15-19)
The fourth quarter of 2025 has been one of the most active and meaningful stretches I have experienced in my career, both professionally and personally. Across Newport, Middletown, Portsmouth, Jamestown, and Tiverton, we’ve seen consistent buyer activity, steady demand across price points (2 sales in Portsmouth over the last week surpassed the $4m threshold!), and […]
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Christine Baranski and Skylark bring ‘A Christmas Carol’ to life at The Breakers
Emmy and Tony Award-winning actress Christine Baranski joined forces with Grammy-nominated vocal ensemble Skylark to perform a live reading of Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” at The Breakers on Friday evening. The sold-out performance in the mansion’s Great Hall drew more than 200 people and took place on the 182nd anniversary of the story’s first […]
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What’sUpNewp, The JPT hosting annual ‘Christmas Vacation’ party with live music, cookies
What’sUpNewp and The JPT Film & Event Center are bringing back their annual National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation party on Tuesday, December 23. The evening begins at 6:30 p.m. with a live concert by David Tessier’s All Star Stars, featuring a holiday rock set. The 1989 comedy follows at 7:30 p.m. Complimentary Christmas cookies are included […]
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Heritage Group reaches agreement to acquire The Quencher, staff to remain
The Quencher is set to have new ownership, but patrons of the neighborhood spot can expect the same familiar faces behind the bar. Heritage Group announced Thursday it has reached an agreement to acquire The Quencher from Scott and Adrienne Kirmil of Inked Restaurant Group. The existing staff and management will remain in place, and […]
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Newport, ‘America’s first resort,’ offers a picture-perfect holiday embrace
With the holidays fast upon us, seemingly more quickly than usual given the late Thanksgiving, Newport offers a depth of grandeur that is truly magnificent. The Preservation Society of Newport County has offered residents of Newport County free admission to its National Historic Landmarks. A recent visit afforded some rich memories most worthy of sharing. […]
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On the Market: A look at every Open House happening in Newport County this weekend (Dec. 20-21)
As the holiday countdown begins and Christmas approaches in less than a week, the local real estate market is easing into its seasonal slowdown, but it has not stopped. For buyers who still have home shopping on the agenda, this weekend presents a strong selection of opportunities across Newport County. One standout is 13 Vanderbilt […]
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Newport Mansions launching live music video series filmed inside historic properties
The Preservation Society of Newport County is debuting a new video series next month that pairs live acoustic performances with some of the nation’s most significant historic architecture. The series, titled “Sessions,” features invited musicians recording stripped-down sets inside or on the grounds of Newport Mansions’ 11 historic properties, seven of which are National Historic […]
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What’s up in Newport: Thursday, December 18
Here’s a look at what’s coming up on Thursday, December 18, 2025, in Newport. Weather Wind Advisory in effect from December 19, 04:00 AM until December 20, 01:00 AM Today: Sunny, with a high near 51. Light and variable wind becoming south 5 to 10 mph in the morning. Tonight: A chance of rain, mainly […]
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Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain joins WUN for a one-on-one conversation on Dec. 18
Newport School Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain will join What’sUpNewp for her monthly one-on-one conversation on Thursday, December 18, at 1:30 pm. Have a question for the Superintendent? Ask It Here.
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Newport Classical names Oliver Inteeworn as new executive director
Newport Classical has appointed Oliver Inteeworn as its new executive director, the organization announced Wednesday Inteeworn, who brings 25 years of leadership experience in the nonprofit performing arts sector, will begin the role Jan. 5, 2026. He succeeds Gillian Fox, who served as executive director from 2020 to 2025, and interim director Eric Gershman. Most […]
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South County Health offers free childbirth classes to support growing families
Preparing to welcome a new baby is one of life’s most exciting—and sometimes overwhelming—moments. To help parents feel confident, supported, and ready for their childbirth experience, South County Health offers free childbirth education classes, now available in Newport. Newport area courses are held at the Newport County YMCA in Middletown and led by Victoria Gatling, […]
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West Warwick tops Aquidneck Island Wrestling 49-30 in Portsmouth
West Warwick pulled away late to defeat Aquidneck Island Wrestling 49-30 on Tuesday night at Portsmouth High School in the home team’s first home match of the season. The two teams battled back and forth through most of the night, with Aquidneck Island rallying to take a 24-22 lead after Cashman Downes won at 150 […]
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Newport Hospital opens first adolescent behavioral health unit in county
Newport Hospital cut the ribbon Monday on its new adolescent behavioral health unit, marking a milestone in addressing the youth mental health crisis in Newport County. The eight-bed James P. Nolan, MD and Peggy Nolan Adolescent Behavioral Health Unit is the first of its kind in the county, where families previously had no local acute […]