This weekend offers a good snapshot of where the Newport County housing market stands as we head into June. Saturday is absolutely stacked, with dozens of open houses spread across Newport County and opportunities ranging from entry-level homes and condominiums to waterfront estates and luxury properties. Sunday is a bit lighter, but there are still […]
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Thompson Middle School wins top award at RI Civics Day
Students from Newport’s Thompson Middle School won the top middle school project award at Rhode Island Civics Day, held last week at the State House. The students earned the honor for a community-based civics project titled “Revitalizing Space for Family Friendly Activity Center,” according to Generation Citizen New England, which hosted the event. Generation Citizen, […]
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Acuña hits grand slam and Sale beats former team again as Braves trounce Red Sox 10-2
BOSTON (AP) — Ronald Acuña Jr. hit his fourth career grand slam and Chris Sale struck out eight in five innings against his former team as the Atlanta Braves defeated the Boston Red Sox 10-2 on Thursday. Acuña cleared the Green Monster after pinch-hitter Mike Yastrzemski — grandson of Red Sox great Carl Yastrzemski — […]
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Ceglie announces re-election bid for Newport City Council Ward 2 seat
Lynn Underwood Ceglie has announced she is running for re-election to the Newport City Council in 2026, seeking another term representing the city’s Second Ward. Ceglie, who has served on the council for 12 years, said her decision to run again is rooted in a commitment to providing experienced, common-sense leadership and continuing to address […]
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Obituary: Thomas R. Nasser
Thomas R. Nasser, a legacy-leaving Islander, passed away on May 18, 2026, at the age of 80. Born on September 16, 1945, in Newport, Tom grew up in the 5th Ward on Extension Street. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. After his military service, he dedicated 40 years of his […]
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Home of the Week: Own two historic cottages in the Point. 19 & 19½ Third Street, Newport.
Have you ever dreamt of living in Newport’s Historic Point neighborhood? 19 & 19½ Third Street presents a rare opportunity to own two Victorian cottages in one of the city’s most beloved and architecturally significant enclaves. Known as the Baxter and Gladding houses, these mid-19th century residences offer a compelling blend of preserved period character […]
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Newport Juneteenth celebration to mark fourth year at Fort Adams with RI 250 theme
The fourth annual Newport Juneteenth celebration will be held Saturday, June 20, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Fort Adams State Park, organizers announced. The event, presented by Rhode Island Slave History Medallions, will mark Juneteenth with a Rhode Island 250th anniversary theme this year and will be expanded to celebrate the history of […]
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Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain talks budget, restructuring, and her final weeks in monthly chat
Newport Public Schools Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain joined What’sUpNewp owner and publisher Ryan Belmore and editor Frank Prosnitz on Wednesday afternoon for her penultimate monthly conversation before her June 30 retirement — a wide-ranging discussion dominated by the district’s deepening budget crisis, possible facility restructuring, and personnel changes at the top of Rogers High School. […]
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Middletown to dedicate Liberty Tree May 31 in kickoff to America 250 events
Middletown will dedicate a historic Liberty Tree on Sunday, May 31, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Paradise Valley Park, the first major event from the town’s 250 Commission marking the 250th anniversary of American independence. The event will feature a keynote speech by R.I. Secretary of State Gregg Amore, along with a historic open […]
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Tiverton library to host ‘Rethinking Lawns’ talk on June 10
The Tiverton Public Library will host a free talk titled “Rethinking Lawns” on Wednesday, June 10, at 6:30 p.m. The presentation will be given by Emily Dutra of Butterfly Effect Farm and will cover the history of lawns, how to treat them organically and alternatives to traditional lawns, according to the library. The event is […]
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Obituary: Thomas L. Martin
Thomas Lawrence Martin passed and returned home to our Lord on May 25, 2026 to be with his parents and siblings after a long joyful life at the age of 98. He was born June 1, 1927 in Newport, Rhode Island to Dr. Henry A. Martin and Anna (Maloney) Martin. Besides his parents, he is […]
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Obituary: Burt D. Cross
Burt Douglas Cross, 87, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 25, in Tiverton, Rhode Island, leaving behind a profound legacy of devotion to family. Born on February 2, 1939, to parents Jack and Peggy Cross, Burt was shaped early by his father’s intellectual curiosity and his mother’s kindness and grace. A graduate of Teaneck High […]
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Obituary: Eleanor R. Good
Ellie was born November 7, 1930, in Brooklyn, NY the daughter of Calbraith Bourne Perry and Marie Léa Nicholson Perry. She was a registered nurse, and a graduate of Trusdale Hospital. She worked for numerous agencies and hospitals in IN, PA, OH, WV and RI. She loved caring for people and found her greatest gift […]
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Obituary: Lawrence Rebello
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Lawrence Rebello, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, who left us peacefully on May 16, 2026, at the age of 83. Born on October 27, 1942, in Fall River, Massachusetts, to the late Lawrence and Henrietta Rebello, Lawrence found his way to Portsmouth, Rhode […]
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What Sold: A look at 21 homes that traded hands last week (May 19-23)
It may have been a wet Memorial Day weekend, but some lucky homeowners were still able to close just in time to enjoy the start of summer in Newport County. Despite the up’s and down’s, the market continues to move, with 21 conveyances recorded across Newport County last week as buyer activity steadily increases heading […]
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Just My Opinion: What’s a School Committee seat worth — Nine
Nine. It takes nine months for human gestation. There are nine defensive players on the baseball field. In the Baha’i Faith nine is considered the number of perfection and symbolizes the culmination of religious revelation. September is the ninth month, the only month in the English language whose letter count equals the number of the […]
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Ellen Pinnock announces bid for second term on Newport City Council
Newport City Councilwoman Ellen Pinnock announced she will run for a second term representing Ward 1. Pinnock said advocating for young people has been central to her work on the council. During her first term, she said she pushed for expanded recreation opportunities, stronger connections between the city and its schools, safer spaces for children […]
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Newport Charter Yacht Show returns to Safe Harbor Newport Shipyard in June
The annual Newport Charter Yacht Show will return June 22–25 at Safe Harbor Newport Shipyard, drawing a fleet of charter yachts, brokers and industry professionals to Newport’s waterfront, organizers announced. The show serves as a marketplace for charter yachts preparing to cruise New England waters, giving crews a chance to present their programs and amenities […]
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Amo, Reed, Whitehouse announce $30,000 NEA grant for Newport Contemporary Ballet
Newport Contemporary Ballet has been awarded $30,000 in funding from the National Endowment for the Arts, U.S. Sens. Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and U.S. Rep. Gabe Amo announced Tuesday. The funding will support the ballet’s annual Newport Dance Festival, which this year will explore the theme of freedom in honor of the nation’s 250th […]
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Obituary: Theresa A. Lacerda
Theresa A. (Laranjo) Lacerda, 89, of Middletown, Rhode Island, died peacefully at home on May 23, 2026. She was the wife of the late Anthony J. Lacerda. Born in Newport on July 20, 1936, she was the daughter of the late Jose and Maria (Medeiros) Laranjo. Theresa started her career at Walsh Brothers in Newport, […]
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Rep. Lauren Carson announces bid for re-election in 2026
Rhode Island Rep. Lauren Carson, a Democrat, has announced she will run for re-election in 2026 to represent Newport in House District 75. Carson was first elected to the Rhode Island House of Representatives in 2014 and serves as a deputy majority leader. She said her work at the State House has focused on local […]
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Obituary: Joan Beachnau
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joan Beachnau, beloved wife, mother, and friend. Joan was born on February 7, 1953, and departed this world peacefully on May 20, 2026, in Newport, Rhode Island, at the age of 73. Joan touched the lives of many with her kindness, warmth, and unwavering […]
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Obituary: John Regan
John “Jack” Regan, of Newport, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on May 21 with his family by his side. Born on Christmas Day in 1940 in Waltham, MA, Jack never missed an opportunity to remind people he was “the second coming.” He was raised in Newton, MA, to Irish immigrants, Timothy and Katherine (King) Regan. […]
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Gerry Goldstein: Strength isn’t always what it seems
The pundits and TV talking heads have recently bandied about a relatively new term, “asymmetrical war.” As it suggests, this refers to a conflict in which one of the combatants is militarily far stronger than the other. The term was created in 1975 by the late political scientist Andrew J. R. Mack, whose seminal essay […]
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Obituary: Robert G. Martley Jr.
Robert G. Martley, Jr., 64, of Portsmouth, RI passed away peacefully at home with his wife, Celeste, and daughters, Collette and Suzanne, by his side on Saturday, May 23, 2026, after a hard-fought battle with ALS. Bob wasn’t just the life of the party; he was the party. He made friends everywhere he went and […]