PROVIDENCE — Janine Petracca Fonseca of East Bay Community Action Program will be among eight health center employees honored tonight at the Rhode Island Health Center Association’s annual Beacon Awards ceremony at Roger Williams Park Casino. Petracca Fonseca, assistant program manager for behavioral health at EBCAP’s Integrated Health Home program, will be recognized for her […]
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Morning Notes: Youth athletes to compete in Race4Chase triathlon Sunday at Fort Adams
Good morning, Newport! 🗓️ Today is Thursday, Aug. 7, the 219th day of 2025. There are 146 days left in the year. 🚨 You need to know The Newport County YMCA will host the Race4Chase Youth Triathlon on Sunday at 8 a.m. at Fort Adams State Park, bringing together young athletes from across New England […]
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Edward King House to host treasure-hunting fundraiser Saturday
MIDDLETOWN — The Edward King House Senior Center will host “Plunder In The Parking Lot,” a treasure-hunting fundraiser Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall at 7 Valley Road. The event will feature three main attractions: a “Junk from the Trunk” community sale where residents sell items from their […]
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Middletown schedules public hearings for ‘Middletown Center’
MIDDLETOWN, R.I. — The Middletown Town Council has scheduled two public hearings next month to gather community feedback on the proposed Middletown Center development, a mixed-use project planned for a prominent location along West Main Road. The hearings will take place on September 16 and September 30, both starting at 6 p.m. in the Middletown […]
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Elephant sculptures find permanent home at Newport’s Aquidneck Park
NEWPORT, R.I. — A mother-baby elephant sculpture pair has taken up residence at Aquidneck Park, marking a permanent addition to the city’s public art collection. The sculptures, donated by organizers of last summer’s Great Elephant Migration exhibit, were installed on the Bowery Street side of the park near Spring Street. The city announced the installation […]
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Spring Street paving project to begin Aug. 12
The City of Newport Department of Utilities announced that contractor Boyle & Fogarty will begin full-width milling of road surfaces starting Monday as part of a comprehensive street paving project. The work will affect Spring Street, Dearborn Street, Perry Street, Dean Avenue, and the intersections of Dearborn Street and Thames Street, and Dean Avenue and […]
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Preserve Rhode Island announces 2025 Rhody Awards, recognizes 10 historic preservation projects
Preserve Rhode Island announced on Wednesday 10 recipients of the 2025 Rhody Awards for Historic Preservation, celebrating projects that utilize historic preservation to strengthen communities, improve quality of life, and address social challenges across the state. The awards recognize achievements spanning from Westerly to Pawtucket to Tiverton, demonstrating preservation efforts that impact communities statewide. This […]
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Aquidneck Night Out returns to Eastons Beach Thursday evening
NEWPORT, R.I. — The Newport Police Department will host its annual Aquidneck Night Out from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Eastons Beach, bringing together families and law enforcement for an evening of community engagement. The free event at 175 Memorial Blvd. will feature music, games, and special appearances from community partners. Activities include face […]
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Woman, dog rescued from rocks at Beavertail State Park
JAMESTOWN, R.I. — A woman and her dog were rescued from rocks at Beavertail State Park Wednesday morning after becoming trapped between parking lots 1 and 2, according to the Jamestown Volunteer Fire Department. The fire alarm was received at 10:21 a.m., alerting crews to the situation at the popular coastal destination. First-arriving companies made […]
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Seaside Sips raises $65,000 for domestic violence services
NEWPORT — The Women’s Resource Center raised $65,000 at its annual Seaside Sips fundraiser last week, bringing together more than 100 guests at The Bohlin for an evening supporting domestic violence survivors and prevention efforts. The dockside event featured testimonials from survivors posted throughout the venue, highlighting the center’s impact on those it serves. One […]
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Jay Leno shows raise $70,486 for MLK Community Center
Newport Craft Brewing & Distilling Co. CEO Brendan O’Donnell delivered a $70,486 check Tuesday to the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center, representing complete proceeds from Jay Leno’s four sold-out comedy shows in July. The donation came from Leno’s July 9-12 performances at the brewery as part of its 2025 Summer Series. Tickets were […]
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“French in Newport” kicked off NHS’s exciting Revolution250 foray
Last month, the French arrived in Newport’s Washington Square thanks to the Newport Historical Society (NHS), in collaboration with the Washington Rochambeau Revolutionary National Historical Trail. Historical 18th-century re-enactors took over the square to give demonstrations of woodworking and cider making. There were Colonial tea tastings (the Peach was my favorite), others got their Colonial […]
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Notes: Newport Pickleball Club to add first padel courts on Aquidneck Island
Good morning, Newport! 🗓️ Today is Wednesday, Aug. 6, the 218th day of 2025. There are 147 days left in the year. 🚨 You need to know Newport Pickleball Club announced Tuesday it will expand its 2.75-acre campus to include the first outdoor padel courts on Aquidneck Island, with plans to open in 2026. The […]
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Rhode Island Energy Board to hold public hearings on proposed natural gas moratorium for Aquidneck Island
The Rhode Island Energy Facility Siting Board will conduct two public hearings later this month to gather community input on a potential moratorium that could restrict new natural gas connections on Aquidneck Island. The hearings are scheduled for 6 p.m. on Aug. 20 at Innovate Newport, 513 Broadway, Newport, and 6 p.m. on Aug. 27 […]
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Newport Boat Show expands educational programming for 2025
NEWPORT, R.I. — The Newport International Boat Show will feature expanded educational programming when it returns Sept. 11-14, show organizers announced Tuesday. The 54th annual show, presented by BankNewport, will include new boater training opportunities across multiple venues in downtown Newport’s waterfront district. The Cruiser’s Classroom, presented by the Annapolis School of Seamanship, returns with […]
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Justice Department releases new list of so-called sanctuary jurisdictions
By TIM SULLIVAN Associated Press (AP) — The Justice Department identified some three dozen states, cities and counties as so-called sanctuary jurisdictions on Tuesday, two months after the federal government quietly removed a much longer list that included many localities that support the Trump administration’s hard-line immigration policies. The earlier, typo-riddled list was met with pushback from […]
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Rabid bat found at Beavertail State Park prompts health alert
JAMESTOWN — The Rhode Island Department of Health is warning the public after a bat found at Beavertail State Park tested positive for rabies, marking the latest case of the fatal disease detected in the state’s wildlife population. A park worker discovered the injured bat near a water hose spigot on the Lighthouse Building at […]
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Rhode Island named on federal ‘sanctuary jurisdiction’ list
Rhode Island was identified Tuesday as one of 13 states with policies that federal officials say impede immigration law enforcement, according to a list published by the U.S. Department of Justice. The Ocean State joined California, New York, Illinois and nine other states on the list mandated by President Donald Trump’s April executive order directing […]
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The Newport Show sets fundraising record for local nonprofits
The 18th annual Newport Show raised a record amount for the Newport Historical Society and Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County during its three-day run at St. George’s School last weekend. The exhibition of art, antiques and design has now generated $4.75 million for both nonprofit organizations since the show’s inception in 2007. “The […]
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Vertical Horizon, Leo Kottke and Richard Thompson set to perform at The JPT this fall
NEWPORT — Three acclaimed musicians will take the stage at The JPT Film & Event Center this fall as part of a concert series presented by Spectacle Live. Tickets for all three shows go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. through JanePickens.com or by calling 1-800-657-8774. Vertical Horizon kicks off the series Wednesday, Oct. 8, […]
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Comedian Hannah Berner, Tennis Star James Blake complete lineup for Hall of Fame Celebrity Pro Classic
NEWPORT, R.I. — Standup comedian and New York Times bestselling author Hannah Berner and former world No. 4 James Blake will join the lineup for the first-ever Hall of Fame Celebrity Pro Classic presented by Fidelity Investments, the International Tennis Hall of Fame announced Tuesday. The inaugural event will take place on the hall’s iconic […]
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Notes: Governor McKee signs legislation raising Rhode Island minimum wage to $17
Good morning, Newport! 🗓️ Today is Tuesday, Aug. 5, the 217th day of 2025. There are 148 days left in the year. 🚨 You need to know Gov. Dan McKee on Monday signed legislation that will increase Rhode Island’s minimum wage from $15 to $17 over the next two years, benefiting an estimated 50,000 workers […]
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Inaugural Ocean State Crossing brings competitive paddleboard racing to Newport
A common sight at Rhode Island beaches are paddleboarders. The past decade has expanded the paddleboarding scene from a novelty craze to a part of the state’s identity surrounding water activities. Despite the popularity, there have been few opportunities to bring paddlers together in a social and competitive manner. This year, lifeguard veteran Brian Guadagno […]
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Judge rules that Rhode Island’s gun permit system does not violate Second Amendment
By KIMBERLEE KRUESI Associated Press PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — A federal judge says Rhode Island’s gun permit system, which requires residents to show “a need” to openly carry a firearm throughout the state, does not violate the Second Amendment. In a ruling handed down Friday, U.S. District Judge William Smith granted Rhode Island Attorney General […]
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Notes: Newport Navy Chorus seeks new singers for upcoming season
Good morning, Newport! 🗓️ Today is Monday, Aug. 4, the 216th day of 2025. There are 149 days left in the year. 🚨 You need to know The Newport Navy Chorus is calling for new vocalists to join its ranks for the 2025-26 season, welcoming singers of all voice ranges to participate in community benefit […]