Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow today, forecasting another six weeks of winter. But in the Newport County real estate market, spring is already starting to make an early appearance. As we move through the first quarter of 2026, activity is picking up in a way that feels healthy and encouraging for both buyers and sellers. […]
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Obituary: William Ledyard Palmer
William “Tad” Palmer (William Ledyard Palmer III) March 27, 1963 – January 25, 2026 Tad was born in San Rafael, California, and grew up in Newport Beach. From an early age, the water was central to his life. Tad began sailing at the age of ten in sabots, eventually moving on to Laser racing with […]
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Hundreds gather in Middletown to celebrate the life of Carrigan Nelson
Hundreds of family members, friends, medical professionals and musicians gathered Sunday at the Wyndham Hotel to celebrate the life of Carrigan Nelson, a 24-year-old Portsmouth woman who became a nationally recognized childhood cancer advocate during her seven-year battle with osteosarcoma. Nelson passed away on Christmas Day at Boston Children’s Hospital surrounded by loved ones and […]
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Obituary: Eugene R. “Bob” Pattison Jr.
Eugene R. “Bob” Pattison Jr., 49 of Little Compton, RI, passed away on January 29th, 2026 at home surrounded by his family after a heroic battle with Stage 4 stomach cancer. He was the beloved husband of Rebecca M. Pattison, whose unwavering love and devoted care were a constant source of strength and comfort throughout […]
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Coast Guard suspends search for people missing from fishing vessel that sank off Massachusetts
By MICHAEL CASEY, RODRIQUE NGOWI and PATRICK WHITTLE Associated Press GLOUCESTER, Mass. (AP) — The search for survivors on a commercial fishing vessel that sank off the coast of Massachusetts with seven aboard has been suspended, the U.S. Coast Guard said Saturday. The Coast Guard launched a search and rescue mission early Friday after receiving […]
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Ruggeri’s buzzer-beater forces double OT as Rogers tops West Warwick
Victor Ruggeri hit a three-pointer at the buzzer in overtime to force a second extra period, and Rogers held on to defeat West Warwick 53-50 on Friday night at Rogers High School. The Vikings trailed 26-14 at halftime before storming back with 25 second-half points to force overtime. Juelz Peer led all scorers with 17 […]
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Obituary: Boylston A. Beal II
Boylston A. “Bo” Beal II, 90 years old of Middletown, RI passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Bo, as he was called, was born October 19,1935 in Cambridge, MA. He was a son of the late Reverend James Holland Beal and Georgette Appleton Binney Beal. He was a graduate of South Kent School […]
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Tiverton Public Library selected to host Declaration of Independence replica
Tiverton Public Library has been selected as one of only six locations nationwide to host a replica of the Declaration of Independence, officials announced Thursday. The library will display a replica of the 1823 William J. Stone engraving of the Declaration of Independence from Feb. 19 through July 7 as part of the “Creative Freedom” […]
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Three Newport County nonprofits receive grants for animal care programs
Three Newport County nonprofits will share in $636,000 in grants from the Rhode Island Foundation to support low-cost veterinary care, animal rescue and educational programs. The Potter League for Animals in Middletown received the largest local grant at $72,000 to subsidize veterinary care at its Animal Care and Adoption Center. The funding supports spaying, neutering, […]
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RISSA’s winter fundraiser returns to O’Brien’s Pub, supporting a mission of learning for life
Newport’s coldest months have a way of bringing people together, and few gatherings do it better than the Rhode Island Social Skills Academy’s annual Winter Party. On Sunday, February 1, from 4-7pm, friends and supporters of the Rhode Island Social Skills Academy (RISSA) will gather at O’Brien’s Pub to raise a glass, reconnect with the […]
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Contaminated pilings to be removed from Providence River near Point Street Bridge
About 300 deteriorating wooden pilings will be removed from the Providence River near the Point Street Bridge later this year, state and conservation officials announced Friday. The Rhode Island Coastal Resources Management Council, The Nature Conservancy and the city of Providence plan to remove 250 tons of derelict creosote timbers and piers from the river […]
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On the Market: A look at 19 homes hosting Open Houses this weekend in Newport County (Jan. 31 & Feb. 1)
As January comes to a close and we turn the page into early February, the Newport County real estate market is off to a surprising start this year, showing encouraging signs of momentum. Inventory has begun to improve, ever so slightly, and buyer engagement remains strong given the time of year and the conditions we […]
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Portsmouth woman wins $50,000 on JAWS lottery ticket
A Portsmouth woman is $50,000 richer after hitting the top prize on a JAWS instant lottery ticket, according to the Rhode Island Lottery. The winner, who plans to use the money for a trip to Florida, purchased the ticket at Melville Xtra Mart at 1568 West Main Road. Players with non-winning JAWS tickets still have […]
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Newport police towing vehicles as parking bans continue; Saturday ban ahead
Newport police are towing vehicles Friday morning as city crews work to clear snow from side streets, with another mandatory parking ban set for Saturday and more snow in the forecast. Capt. Joseph Carroll, the department’s public information officer, said many vehicles remained parked on streets in the Lower Thames area Friday despite the ban. […]
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Obituary: Leon Chester Lesinski
Leon Chester Lesinski “Lee”, 90, of Portsmouth, RI passed away on January 21, 2026. Lee was born on December 1, 1935, in Hartford, CT to Chester and Mary Lesinski. Lee was introduced to Alana Lewandos in Hartford, CT and the couple married on April 4, 1959, at St. Thomas the Apostle in West Hartford, CT. […]
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Salve Regina holds off Emerson in tight NEWMAC battle
Salve Regina University men’s basketball snapped a two-game losing streak with a 77-74 victory over Emerson College on Tuesday night at the Rodgers Recreation Center. The Seahawks (13-5, 6-3 NEWMAC) got game-high 18 points apiece from Sean Seymour and Pat Spenard, while Rowan Linder provided a spark off the bench with a season-best 16 points […]
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Obituary: Michael Mulhollen
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael Mulhollen, a beloved partner, cherished son, brother, and friend, who departed this world on January 7, 2026, at the age of 41. Michael was born on January 24, 1984, in Newport, Rhode Island.Michael’s vibrant spirit and compassionate nature touched the lives of all […]
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Alexander-Walker scores 21 points, Hawks beat Celtics 117-106 to avenge blowout loss
By KEN POWTAK Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — Nickeil Alexander-Walker scored 21 points, Jalen Johnson had 19 points and 14 rebounds and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Boston Celtics 117-106 on Wednesday night to avenge a lopsided home loss. Onyeka Okongwu added 17 points, Dyson Daniels had 15 and Corey Kispert 13 to help the […]
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Obituary: Donald Malcom Berrett
Donald Berrett passed away in his Portsmouth home while asleep in his favorite chair. He slipped away into eternal rest with his wife beside him. Their daughter, Debbie, had just arrived for a visit. Don is survived by his wife, Sarawyn (Henderson) Berrett, their daughter, Debra Wynne Berrett Legassie, grandson, Connor Wynne Legassie, and son-in-law, Michael Legassie. Also […]
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Rep. Carson releases 2026 constituent survey, plans March meeting to discuss results
State Rep. Lauren Carson has released her 2026 constituent survey and is inviting District 75 residents to share their priorities on issues ranging from housing to healthcare. The online survey will be available through Feb. 20. “Listening to my constituents and learning directly from their experiences is essential to how I represent our community,” Carson […]
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Jamestown Arts Center exhibition celebrates early childhood creativity through play
Jamestown Arts Center will dedicate its winter galleries to an exhibition exploring how young children learn and create through play. “Picturing Play: Playful Learning in Early Childhood” runs Jan. 31 through March 28 at the arts center, located at 18 Valley Street. The exhibition, organized in collaboration with the Rhode Island Art Education Association, features […]
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House of Waves brings ‘Situations’ to The JPT for a one-night Newport screening
This Friday night, Newport audiences are invited to gather for a special one-night screening of Situations, presented by House of Waves at the iconic Jane Pickens Theatre. The film marks the feature directorial debut of actor-turned-filmmaker Greg Vrotsos, who also co-wrote and stars in the project. Doors open at 6:00 PM, with the film beginning […]
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Obituary: Kenneth Libby
Kenneth K. Libby, age 83, of Port Orange, Florida, formally of Newport, RI passed away on January 23, 2026, in his words “from just getting old.” Ken was one of four children born to Mildred B. and Howard L. Libby. He attended the Newport Public School System, grades K through 12, graduating from Rogers High […]
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Legislative commission recommends creating medical school at URI to address primary care shortage
A legislative commission studying Rhode Island’s physician shortage has recommended establishing an MD-granting medical school at the University of Rhode Island, according to a final report released Tuesday. The commission, which began its work in August 2024, found that a public medical school — combined with expanded residencies, loan forgiveness programs and higher reimbursement rates […]
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Bitter cold grips the eastern US as winter storm deaths rise and power outages linger
By SOPHIE BATES, KRISTIN M. HALL and RUSS BYNUM Associated Press Three Texas siblings who perished in an icy pond were among several dozen deaths in U.S. states gripped by frigid cold as crews scrambled Tuesday to repair hundreds of thousands of power outages in the shivering South and forecasters warned the winter weather is expected to get worse. […]