What began as a routine shoplifting investigation at a Thames Street store has led to the arrest of two Massachusetts residents and the seizure of over $100,000 worth of stolen merchandise, Newport Police announced today. The case started on May 26, 2025, when patrol officers responded to Team One Newport at 561 Thames Street for […]
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Morning Notes: The Legendary Wailers featuring Junior Marvin to headline IYRS Summer Gala tomorrow night
Good morning, Newport! Today is Friday, July 11, the 192nd day of 2025. There are 173 days left in the year. 🗓️ On this day in 1780, approximately 5,000 – 6,000 French soldiers commanded by Rochambeau arrived at King Park in Newport. 🚨 You need to know The 28th Annual IYRS Summer Gala promises to be an evening […]
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Today In Newport History: July 11, 1780 – Rochambeau Arrives In Newport
The Rochambeau Statue and Memorial in King Park was erected in 1934 to honor the assistance of Rochambeau and the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War. | Both photos via Wikipedia On July 11, 1780 approximately 5,000 – 6,000 French soldiers commanded by Rochambeau arrived at King Park in Newport, Rhode Island. The code name given by the […]
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R.I. homelessness is down, but more people are out in the cold? New data says it’s true.
by Christopher Shea, Rhode Island Current July 10, 2025 For the first time in half a dozen years, the number of unhoused people in Rhode Island is on the decline. But the good news comes with a caveat: More people were without shelter when volunteers from the Rhode Island Coalition to End Homelessness conducted its […]
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Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County raises $464,000 at 12th Annual Yacht Rendezvous
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County celebrated another successful fundraising milestone last month, welcoming over 300 guests and raising $464,000 at their 12th annual Newport Yacht Rendezvous on June 27th at Safe Harbor Newport Shipyard. Under clear evening skies, the waterfront event combined the organization’s signature yacht hopping experience with dinner, dancing, and […]
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Community invited to support Rogers High School athletics at annual golf tournament
The Rogers High School athletics program is gearing up for its annual fundraising golf tournament, inviting the community to support student-athletes while enjoying a day on the links. The Rogers Invitational Golf Tournament will take place on Friday, August 8, at Green Valley Country Club, located at 371 Union Street in Portsmouth. The event features […]
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Senator Whitehouse delivers 300th “Time to Wake Up” climate speech, calls for fight against “shadow government”
U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse delivered his 300th “Time to Wake Up” speech on the Senate floor last night, marking more than a decade of urging Congress to address climate change while issuing his strongest warning yet about what he called a “shadow government” controlled by fossil fuel interests. The Rhode Island Democrat, who serves as […]
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Newport County YMCA partners with Newport Mental Health to support youth well-being
The Newport County YMCA announced Thursday a new partnership with Newport Mental Health that will bring mental health professionals directly to youth programs, starting with summer camp and continuing into before- and after-school programs for the 2025-2026 school year. The collaboration, funded by the van Beuren Charitable Foundation, comes as children and teens face increasing […]
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Newport secures $11 million federal grant for Cliff Walk restoration
The City of Newport has received final confirmation for an $11 million federal grant to restore the beloved Cliff Walk, marking the largest single federal grant ever awarded to the city and bringing the total funding commitment for the project to approximately $22 million. The funding comes through the federal PROTECT (Promoting Resilient Operations for […]
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Week-long festival at Salve Regina extends Newport’s summer of jazz
With the 2025 Newport Jazz Festival at Fort Adams State Park sold out for its August 1-3 weekend, jazz enthusiasts looking to extend their Newport experience have another celebration to anticipate later this month. Salve Regina University will host “Bridging the Gap: A jazz dance and music festival” from July 28 through August 4, offering […]
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Morning Notes: Weather delays continue to impact Hall of Fame Open
Good morning, Newport! Today is Thursday, July 10, the 191st day of 2025. There are 174 days left in the year. International Tennis Hall of Famer Virginia Wade turns 80 today. 🚨 You need to know Mother Nature has once again disrupted play at the Hall of Fame Open, with tournament officials announcing Thursday morning […]
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Preservation Society shows off the elegance of The Carriage House at opening party
When I got an invitation to the opening party for the renovated Carriage House at The Elms, I was expecting a tasteful affair. That’s what the Preservation Society usually does. However, what I encountered far surpassed my expectations and certainly bodes well for the future of dining experiences at the revamped Elms restaurant. “This was […]
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Newport City Council approves kite festival permit despite parking concerns, addresses traffic safety measures
The Newport City Council voted 5-2 Tuesday night to approve a permit for the Newport Kite Festival at Brenton Point State Park on July 12-13, despite strong opposition from Third Ward Councilor David Carlin over unresolved parking problems that plagued last year’s event. Carlin cited “dozens and dozens and dozens of complaints” from residents in […]
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R.I. leaders are planning their next move after feds withhold $30M in K-12 funding
by Christopher Shea, Rhode Island Current July 9, 2025 State leaders are considering their next steps as they face the potential loss of nearly $30 million in federal education funding halted by the Trump administration — a cut that could devastate afterschool programs, multilingual learning, and adult education in Rhode Island. The funding is part […]
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Alan G. Hassenfeld, former CEO of Hasbro and whose family founded the iconic toy maker, dies at 76
By ANNE D’INNOCENZIO AP Business Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Alan G. Hassenfeld, a renowned philanthropist and former CEO of iconic toy company Hasbro Inc., the maker of G.I. Joe and Play-Doh, has died. He was 76, according to the toy company. Hasbro, the nation’s second largest toy company behind Mattel based on annual sales, […]
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Save The Bay’s annual fundraising swim to temporarily close East Passage of Narragansett Bay
Boaters planning to navigate Narragansett Bay this Saturday should take note: portions of the East Passage will be temporarily closed to vessel traffic for Save The Bay’s signature fundraising swim event. The closure will affect waters between Gould Island and Conanicut Island (Jamestown), extending to the Pell Newport Bridge, from 7:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. […]
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New survey shows deep political divide among Rhode Island voters
Rhode Island Democrats and Republicans are living in vastly different realities when it comes to their perceptions of American democracy and the economy, according to a new survey released today by the Pell Center at Salve Regina University. The June 2025 survey of 804 registered Rhode Island voters who participated in the 2024 presidential election […]
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Former Rhode Island Gov. Edward DiPrete dies at 91
By KIMBERLEE KRUESI Associated Press Former Rhode Island Gov. Edward DiPrete, who served as the state’s chief executive for six years and was later jailed for corruption, has died. He was 91. Robert Murray, DiPrete’s former chief of staff, confirmed that the Republican died Tuesday after celebrating his 91st birthday with family. DiPrete, a Republican, served […]
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A stormy season for short-term rentals on Nantucket
by Jennifer Smith, CommonWealth Beacon July 9, 2025 THE FATE short-term rentals on the small, wealthy island of Nantucket is, for now, treading water. For an island that booms from around 14,000 to over 80,000 residents between the off-season and the so-called “high season,” vacation rentals are an existential issue. Though the rentals are essential […]
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Morning Notes: Jay Leno brings comedy gold to Newport Craft Brewing for four-night stand
Good morning, Newport! Today is Wednesday, July 9, the 190th day of 2025. There are 175 days left in the year. 🚨 You need to know Comedy legend Jay Leno is set to light up Newport this week with a four-night stand-up comedy residency at Newport Craft Brewing & Distilling Co., running from Wednesday, July […]
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Mount Hope Bridge to close for weekend resurfacing project
The Mount Hope Bridge will be completely closed to traffic for nearly four days next month as crews work to install a new road surface, the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority announced Wednesday. The bridge connecting Bristol and Portsmouth will shut down at 7 p.m. on Thursday, August 14, and remain closed until 5 […]
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Lobby Muddy Fest returns July 19 to support Newport Mental Health
What began as a laid-back Sunday tradition, just a handful of friends gathering at O’Brien’s Pub for lobster rolls, mudslides, and weekend recaps, has since transformed into one of Newport’s most impactful (and energetic) grassroots fundraisers. Born out of community, connection, and a desire to give back, Lobby Muddy Fest officially launched in 2020. Since […]
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Health officials warn public to avoid Almy Pond due to harmful algae bloom
The Rhode Island Department of Health and Department of Environmental Management are urging the public to stay away from Almy Pond in Newport after detecting a harmful algae bloom that poses health risks to humans and animals. State officials are recommending people avoid all recreational activities at the pond, including swimming, fishing, boating, and kayaking. […]
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Newport Mansions opens new dining experience at The Elms Carriage House
Visitors to Newport’s historic mansions now have a new place to dine with a view, as The Preservation Society of Newport County has opened The Carriage House at The Elms to the public. The newly renovated dining space, located at the back of The Elms property, offers guests an elevated culinary experience surrounded by the […]
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Big East, ESPN reunite with 6-year media rights deal
The Big East Conference and ESPN announced a six-year digital media rights deal on Tuesday. Big East Commissioner Val Ackerman said in a statement that the agreement gives “all 22 of our sports — especially women’s basketball and Olympic sports — the visibility they’ve earned and the access our fans expect.” “This exciting partnership with […]