A rare opportunity for coastal living has arrived with the official launch of Aquidneck Village, a private, gated condominium community located directly across from the prestigious Aquidneck Club in Portsmouth, Rhode Island. With just 28 thoughtfully designed homes, Aquidneck Village offers a serene lifestyle for downsizers, empty nesters, and families seeking timeless design, modern convenience, […]
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Most expensive homes for sale in Rhode Island
Stacker compiled a list of the most expensive homes in Rhode Island listed for sale on realtor.com. Homes are ranked by price with ties broken by price per square foot. Realtor.com #30. 451 Seapowet Ave, Tiverton – Price: $6,995,000- 4 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, 1 half bathroom- Square feet: 6,349- Price per square foot: $1,101- […]
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Newport City Council honors retired library director Joe Logue with proclamation
The Newport City Council honored Joe Logue, the recently retired Director of the Newport Public Library, with a proclamation during its regular meeting Wednesday night, declaring Thursday, Aug. 14, 2025 as “Joe Logue Day” in the city. Mayor Charles Holder read the proclamation recognizing Logue’s eight years of service leading the library through what the […]
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Morning Notes: Mount Hope Bridge to close tonight for resurfacing project
Good morning, Newport! 👋 Today is Thursday, Aug. 14, the 226th day of 2025. There are 139 days left in the year. Today’s Weather: A slight chance of showers, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 11am. Patchy fog before 9am. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a high near 80. South wind 5 to 7 […]
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Obituary: Jane Wilbur
Jane Carol (Cardoza) WilburMiddletown, RI – With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Jane Carol Wilbur, 78, who left us peacefully on August 11, 2025. She was preceded in death by her cherished husband, Franklin Wilbur, who passed away in 2022.Born on July 8, 1947, in Newport, RI, Jane was a shining light in […]
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Newport County LAOH names Stephanie O’Hanley 2025 Lady Hibernian of the Year
The Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians of Newport County celebrated Stephanie O’Hanley as their 2025 Lady Hibernian of the Year at a cocktail reception July 31 at Hibernian Hall. O’Hanley was recognized for 25 years of service and leadership to the LAOH during the evening event that brought together fellow members of the LAOH and […]
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Tennis Hall of Fame, 11th Hour Racing extend partnership for sixth year
NEWPORT, R.I. — The International Tennis Hall of Fame and 11th Hour Racing announced Wednesday they have renewed their sustainability-focused sponsorship for a sixth consecutive year, marking significant environmental achievements during July’s Hall of Fame Open tournament. As the Official Sustainability Sponsor, 11th Hour Racing supports the hall’s year-round environmental initiatives, including operations during the […]
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Obituary: Beatrice Cabral
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Beatrice Cabral, who left us peacefully on August 8, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on February 27, 1943, in Fall River, MA, Beatrice lived a life full of love, laughter, and cherished moments, ultimately making her home in Newport, RI.Beatrice dedicated herself […]
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Obituary: Ronald Sutherland
“Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well-preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming… WOW, WHAT A RIDE!” – Hunter S. Thompson Ronald A. Sutherland (Ron), 79, of Fairhaven, […]
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Letter to the Editor: Governor McKee is no friend to RIPTA
Last week, Governor Dan McKee sent a letter to the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority Board of Directors that is one of the most hypocritical public statements I have seen during my time in the State House. In this letter, the governor says he recommended an additional $15 million in state funds to help fund […]
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MÃE Organization for the Homeless serves Rhode Islanders-in-need with basic human services
Native Rhode Islander Tuni Schartner is sometimes referred to as “Rhode Island’s Economic Gardener.” She earned this nickname due to her personal mission of “helping businesses thrive, and to help the Rhode Island economy grow; always focusing on the greater good.” Since graduating from URI, Schartner has held community-driven leadership roles all over Rhode Island, […]
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New construction Newport home sells for $3.45 million
A newly constructed home at 35 Coggeshall Ave. in Newport sold for $3.45 million, according to Hogan Associates Christie’s International Real Estate. The six-bedroom, eight-bathroom residence is located one street from Bellevue Avenue and steps from Morton’s Park. Dominique Frazier of Hogan Associates represented the seller in the transaction. Neither the buyer nor seller was […]
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Morning Notes: Rhode Island Folk Festival returns to East Providence Aug. 24
Good morning, Newport! 👋 Today is Wednesday, Aug. 13, the 225th day of 2025. There are 140 days left in the year. Today’s Weather: Patchy dense fog before noon. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, with a high near 79. Light south wind increasing to 8 to 13 mph in the morning. 🚨 You need to know The […]
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Fort Adams Trust announces return of free summer concert series
Fort Adams Trust will present its annual “Music at the Fort” summer concert series for three Wednesday evenings starting Aug. 20, offering free live music and picnic opportunities on the North Lawn of the National Historic Landmark. The series runs from 6 to 8 p.m. on Aug. 20, Aug. 27 and Sept. 3, featuring local […]
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Obituary: Steven Hall
Steven R. Hall, 39, of Middletown, Rhode Island, died on August 4, 2025 in Boston after a long illness. Born in Syracuse, NY on August 28, 1985, he gew up in Auburn, NY. As a military family, they moved a few times, and he spent several years in the Chicago area then moved to Newport, […]
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Newport to host 12 Metre North American Championship in September
NEWPORT — The waters of Narragansett Bay will once again showcase sailing’s most elegant chapter when the 2025 12 Metre North American Championship arrives in Newport Sept. 19-21. Hosted by Ida Lewis Yacht Club in partnership with the International Twelve Metre Association Americas Fleet, the three-day regatta brings together the iconic yacht class that dominated […]
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Bike Newport’s 10-Spot Ride returns Aug. 23 for seventh year
NEWPORT, R.I. — Bike Newport’s signature summer event returns Saturday, Aug. 23, as the seventh annual 10-Spot Ride welcomes 300 cyclists for a five-hour tour of Newport’s hidden gems. The event, which runs from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., allows participants to explore 10 carefully selected locations throughout the city, ranging from secret gardens and […]
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Rhode Island Energy upgrading electrical infrastructure in 5 Portsmouth neighborhoods
PORTSMOUTH — Rhode Island Energy is continuing a multi-year infrastructure improvement project to enhance safety, reliability and system performance for nearly 1,800 customers across five Portsmouth neighborhoods. The utility company announced Tuesday that crews will upgrade nearly 3.5 miles of electric equipment in The Hummocks, Island Park, Common Fence Point, The Point Section and Portsmouth […]
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Little Compton celebrates 350th anniversary with parade, music Saturday
LITTLE COMPTON — Little Compton will celebrate its 350th anniversary Saturday with a parade and day-long festivities that organizers say are “worth the 50 year wait.” The LC350 Parade will begin at 11 a.m. from the intersection of West Main Road and Peckham Road, continuing along Meetinghouse Lane and The Commons before finishing at Richmond’s […]
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Charter Books, Newport Historical Society to host historian Randall Balmer
NEWPORT — Charter Books and the Newport Historical Society will present an evening with historian and author Randall Balmer on Thursday, Aug. 28, at the Richard I. Burnham Resource Center. Balmer, the John Phillips Professor in Religion at Dartmouth College, will discuss his newly released book “America’s Best Idea: The Separation of Church and State” […]
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Newport Classical offers three free concerts for families this fall
Newport Classical will present three free concerts designed for families and children from August through October as part of its Community Concerts Series presented by BankNewport. The Grammy Award-winning Akropolis Reed Quintet will perform Saturday, Aug. 23, at 4 p.m. at the Newport County YMCA, 792 Valley Road, Middletown. The interactive concert will feature selections […]
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Scientists standing by to rescue rare manatee sighted in cold New England waters
By LEAH WILLINGHAM Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — A manatee was recently spotted off the coast of Massachusetts for the first time in almost a decade and scientists want to monitor its condition to see if a rescue is necessary before it succumbs to the cold water or lack of food, they said Friday. The […]
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Newport Polo’s Singapore Swing gala raises $80,000 for local conservation groups
Newport Polo raised more than $80,000 for local environmental organizations at its 24th Annual International Polo Charity Ball on Aug. 1 at Rosecliff Mansion. The sold-out “Singapore Swing” gala, presented by BD, honored the Singapore Polo Team while supporting four Rhode Island conservation groups: Eastern Rhode Island Conservation District, Save The Bay, Roger Williams Park […]
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Obituary: Arlene Patricia Dovel
Arlene Patricia Callahan Dovel, 86 of Southport, NC passed away peacefully on August 2, 2025. She was born in Newport, RI on August 19, 1941 to Richard and Virginia (Thornton) Callahan and grew up there with her sister, Betty. She graduated from Rogers High School in 1959 and went on to study at Katherine Gibbs […]
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‘Shattered Ice’ Rhode Island premiere at The JPT Film & Event Center to spotlight mental health awareness
On Friday, Aug. 15, Newport’s historic The JPT Film & Event Center will host the Rhode Island premiere of Shattered Ice. This award-winning narrative feature has been gaining national attention on the film festival circuit. Presented in collaboration with Newport-based mental health advocacy brand NOSOLO, the evening will blend powerful storytelling with a shared commitment […]
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Record fleet battles surprise winds at Safe Harbor Race Weekend
NEWPORT — Strong afternoon breezes surprised sailors and elevated competition during the fifth annual Safe Harbor Race Weekend, as 72 teams battled across Narragansett Bay from Friday through Sunday despite forecasts calling for light winds. The record-breaking fleet competed in 10 classes, with navigation racing gaining popularity as an alternative to traditional windward-leeward courses. Nineteen […]
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Morning Notes: Registration open for 14th Annual Citizens Pell Bridge Run
Good morning, Newport! 👋 Today is Tuesday, Aug. 12, the 224th day of 2025. There are 141 days left in the year. 🚨 You need to know Registration is now open for the 2025 Citizens Pell Bridge Run, the only event each year that allows pedestrians to cross the Claiborne Pell Newport Bridge. The 4-mile […]
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Hellenic Fest, coaching events highlight busy Newport County week
Newport County residents and visitors can choose from colonial walking tours, live music venues, farmers markets and outdoor activities throughout the week, with highlights including the Hellenic Fest, coaching weekend events and the annual George Washington Letter Reading. The week features daily colonial Jewish walking tours at the Loeb Visitors Center, multiple farmers markets across […]
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Rhode Island Foundation awards $375,000 to 62 Newport County nonprofits
Sixty-two nonprofit organizations serving Newport County received a total of $375,000 in grants from the Rhode Island Foundation to support programs ranging from educational initiatives and housing assistance to food pantries and arts activities. The funding comes through the foundation’s Newport County Fund, which provides grants of up to $10,000 to strengthen existing programs, support […]
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Letter to the Editor: Stop wasting millions on duplicate administration—our students deserve better
As a new school committee member, I’ve spent the past eight months learning our Newport School District inside and out—listening to teachers, students, administrators, and community partners. What I’ve seen makes one thing clear: we must refocus resources on student success in the face of declining enrollment and shrinking funding. Our children’s education is at […]
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Morning Notes: New York Yacht Club captures fourth straight Hinman Masters sailing title in Newport
Good morning, Newport! 👋 Today is Monday, Aug. 11, the 223rd day of 2025. There are 142 days left in the year. 🚨 You need to know The New York Yacht Club’s team captained by Pete Levesque sailed to victory Sunday in the 23rd New York Yacht Club Invitational Team Race Regatta for the Commodore […]
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Body found washed ashore at Jamestown beach
JAMESTOWN, R.I. — Police are investigating after an unidentified body washed ashore near Heads Beach off Seaside Drive on Sunday morning. The Jamestown Police and Fire departments responded to the scene at approximately 7:36 a.m. after a swimmer reported finding the body and contacted authorities. The Rhode Island State Police, Department of Environmental Management and […]
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36 teams set for 20th annual Ida Lewis Distance Race this weekend
NEWPORT — Thirty-six sailing teams are preparing for the 20th edition of the Ida Lewis Distance Race, a grueling overnight challenge that will test sailors’ endurance and seamanship skills Aug. 14-15. Registration remains open through Sunday for the event that stands apart from traditional round-the-buoy regattas by sending competitors on coastal courses ranging from 129 […]
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Tyler Bernadyn: The truth about ‘cash for homes’ buyers and wholesalers
If you own a home in Newport County, chances are you’ve seen the signs, postcards, billboards or commercials: “We Buy Houses for Cash!” “No Fees. No Commissions. No Repairs.” “Sell As-Is, Fast Closing!” On the surface, these pitches can sound like a dream come true especially if you’re facing a challenging life event, a property […]
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Morning Notes: Victory Day 2025 brings closures Monday as Rhode Island marks unique WWII holiday
Good morning, Newport! 🗓️ Today is Sunday, Aug. 10, the 222nd day of 2025. There are 143 days left in the year. 🚨 You need to know Rhode Island will observe Victory Day on Monday, Aug. 11, marking the state’s unique commemoration of the end of World War II and resulting in closures of government […]
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Laureano singles in Bogaerts in the 10th as the Padres walk-off the Red Sox, 5-4
By BERNIE WILSON Associated Press SAN DIEGO (AP) — Ramón Laureano singled in Xander Bogaerts from second base with no outs in the 10th inning and the San Diego Padres beat the Boston Red Sox 5-4 on Saturday night. With runners on first and second and the infield drawn in, Laureano, obtained from Baltimore at […]
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Newport Police Department warns of phone scam using officers’ names
The Newport Police Department is warning residents about a phone scam in which callers impersonate police officers using actual names from the department to deceive victims into purchasing gift cards or bitcoin. According to a news release issued Saturday by Lt. Joseph C. Carroll, the department’s public information officer, scammers are identifying themselves as Newport […]
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Big Blue Bike Barn gets solar power system through community partnership
NEWPORT — The Big Blue Bike Barn received solar-powered electricity last week through a collaborative effort involving six local organizations, expanding programming capabilities at the community campus managed by Bike Newport. The solar power system was funded by The Newport Health Equity Zone, International Tennis Hall of Fame, 11th Hour Racing, A1 Roofing and Construction, […]
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Morning Notes: Perfect weekend weather brings packed calendar to Newport
Good morning, Newport! 🗓️ Today is Saturday, Aug. 9, the 221st day of 2025. There are 144 days left in the year. 🚨 You need to know Summer perfection arrives in Newport this weekend as sunny skies and calm seas promise highs near 78 degrees. With coastal water temperatures hitting a comfortable 70 degrees and […]
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Obituary: John T. “Ted” Good
John Theodore “Ted” Good, 82, resident of Jamestown, RI and Williamsburg, VA died peacefully at the Rhode Island Hospital Oncology Center on August 6, 2025. Ted was born and raised in Warren, Indiana. He graduated from the Defiance College in 1965. Ted was introduced to the ocean in 1966 while serving in the US Navy. […]
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Christine Baranski marveled at her family ties to the Gilded Age during talk at The Elms
“The Gilded Age’s” Christine Baranski cuts a much more elegant figure than her character, Agnes Van Rhijn, in real life. Resplendent in a stunning black power suit, a fab wavy blonde bob, a striking brooch, and Christian Louboutin heels, the Juilliard-trained actress held sway during her talk at The Elms lawn Thursday evening, August 7. […]
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Documentary ‘Speak’ screens at newportFILM Outdoors with director in attendance
The documentary “Speak,” which had its world premiere at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, screened Thursday night at Miantonomi Park as part of newportFILM Outdoors’ 15th anniversary season. Co-director Guy Mossman attended the screening and participated in a post-film conversation with Todd Trebour, executive director of the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts. The […]
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West Place Animal Sanctuary launches driving tours to improve accessibility
TIVERTON — West Place Animal Sanctuary has introduced electric vehicle tours to make its 8-acre property accessible to visitors with mobility challenges, though the nonprofit is still fundraising to cover the vehicle’s cost. The sanctuary announced Tuesday that it has added a CRU by Club Car, a quiet, eco-friendly five-passenger electric cart, to offer guided […]
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Boston Celtics sign coach Joe Mazzulla to a multi-year contract extension
BOSTON (AP) — Boston Celtics president Brad Stevens has said throughout the offseason that that team wanted Joe Mazzulla to be its coach for a long time. It made that more than a proclamation Friday, announcing it has signed Mazzulla to a multi-year contract extension. Length and details of the new deal were not released. […]
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Gerry Goldstein: Yearning for the sound of silence
It is 2 a.m., and the household is blissfully and restfully asleep. Suddenly, filtered though the haze of sleep and dreams, comes a familiar and unwelcome whisper: Chirp. Maybe it’s just imagination; wait a few moments. And then: Chirp! When a third chirp follows, all grounds for denial evaporate: These are the dreaded overnight announcements that the […]
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Portsmouth Town Council to consider disc golf course, overdose memorial display at Aug. 12 Meeting
The Portsmouth Town Council will tackle several community initiatives when it meets Tuesday, August 12, at 7 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers at Portsmouth Town Hall. Among the key items on the agenda is a request to bring a disc golf course to Portsmouth with support from the Parks and Recreation Committee. The council […]
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CCRI brings English language classes to Newport campus this fall
The Community College of Rhode Island will offer English Language Studies classes at its Newport campus starting this fall, expanding access to language education for residents of Aquidneck Island. The classes will be held on weekday evenings and Saturdays to accommodate adult learners who work or have family responsibilities, CCRI announced Thursday. “We are proud […]
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Obituary: John Weishaupt
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Richard Weishaupt, age 74, on August 3, 2025. Born on February 23, 1951, in Detroit, Michigan, John was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend whose life touched the hearts of many. John was studious, he earned an MBA from Wayne State University […]
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Morning Notes: BankNewport awards $50,000 grant to preserve Jamestown farmland
Good morning, Newport! 🗓️ Today is Friday, Aug. 8, the 220th day of 2025. There are 145 days left in the year. 🚨 You need to know BankNewport’s Charitable Foundation has awarded a $50,000 grant to Jamestown Community Farm to support the nonprofit’s “One Chance Campaign,” an effort to permanently acquire 15 acres of farmland […]
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Mount Hope Bridge to close for weekend resurfacing project
The Mount Hope Bridge will close to all traffic for four days starting Thursday evening as crews work to resurface the span connecting Bristol and Portsmouth. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority announced the bridge will be closed from 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 14, through 5 a.m. Monday, Aug. 18, weather permitting. During the […]
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Bronze statue of Tom Brady to be unveiled before Patriots’ exhibition opener
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Tom Brady left his imprint all over the New England Patriots’ record books during his stellar two-decade run with the team. Now, he is set to become the first player in franchise history to be honored with a statue. During a star-studded Patriots Hall of Fame induction last June, at which Brady’s No. […]
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Governor McKee honors Newport Mental Health for crisis response after Portsmouth tragedy
MIDDLETOWN — Gov. Daniel McKee has recognized Newport Mental Health for its crisis response following a tragic June incident in Portsmouth that killed a 15-year-old student and critically injured a 17-year-old. Richard Leclerc, director of the Rhode Island Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities & Hospitals, presented a Certificate of Special Recognition to Dayna Gladstein, […]
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RIPTA board tables sweeping cuts after receiving last minute letter from McKee
by Alexander Castro, Rhode Island Current August 7, 2025 It’s back to the drawing board for the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA). The agency’s Board of Directors voted Thursday morning to table a proposal that would have slashed or reduced services on the majority of its bus routes, all in the hope of repairing […]
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Obituary: Joan Kendall
Joan Theresa Kendall, 93, of Middletown, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late James R. Kendall. Born on September 19, 1931, in Norwalk, Connecticut, Joan was the daughter of the late William and Christine (Eek) Horvath. Joan was an incredibly outgoing and engaging woman. She […]
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Newport City Council to consider special events, police contract at Aug. 13 meeting
The Newport City Council will meet Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. in City Council Chambers at City Hall to consider a packed agenda including several special event permits, a police union contract and multiple parking ordinance changes. The meeting will begin with a proclamation honoring Joe Logue, the recently retired director of the Newport Public Library. […]
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Things to do in Newport County this weekend: Aug. 7 – 10
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in Newport County this week and weekend. Are you organizing an event? Submit events to our community calendar. Thursday, August 7 Things To Do 9 am: Monthly Coffee with the Curator at The Sailing Museum 11:30 am: “The Beauty Molecule” with Nicholas Perricone M.D. at The Brenton Hotel 3 pm: Sakonnet Green Market at Sakonnet […]
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Newport man pleads no contest in child exploitation case; Massachusetts man now fugitive
UPDATE: September 9, 2025 A Massachusetts man arrested in a multistate child exploitation operation is now a fugitive after failing to appear for a court hearing, while a Newport man avoided jail time through a plea agreement, court records show. Josue Perez Gomez, 29, of Acushnet, Massachusetts, failed to appear for his scheduled Aug. 7 […]
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Newport County organizations receive more than $1 million in state homeless services funding
PROVIDENCE — Gov. Dan McKee announced Thursday that Rhode Island will invest approximately $20 million in year-round homeless shelters and services, with Newport County organizations receiving more than $1.3 million to expand local access to housing assistance. The funding, distributed among 25 service providers for 51 projects statewide, includes significant investments in Newport County-based organizations […]
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Obituary: Chris “Mad One” “Mad1Had2” Walker
Christian Aaron Walker, of Newport, known to many as “Chris”, “Mad One”, or “Mad1Had2” passed away after an extended heart illness on July 23, 2025, at the age of 47. Born on February 16, 1978, in Newport, RI to Carol Ann Walker and Daniel T. Buckles. Chris arrived a week after the Blizzard of 1978. […]
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Newport City Council to consider school regionalization resolution
NEWPORT, R.I. — The Newport City Council will consider a resolution at its Aug. 13 regular meeting that would put a school regionalization question before voters in April 2026, marking a renewed effort nearly four years after Newport voters narrowly rejected a similar proposal. City Councilor Jeanne-Marie Napolitano will introduce the resolution, which proposes a […]
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Obituary: Leonard Silvia
Leonard Silvia, 81, of Middletown, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2025. He was the devoted husband of Prudence Silvia. Born in Fall River, MA on June 21, 1944, he was the son of the late John and Mary (Soares) Silvia. Leonard grew up in Portsmouth and graduated from Rogers High School in […]
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IYRS to host 46th Annual Newport Classic Yacht Regatta Labor Day weekend
NEWPORT, R.I. — The IYRS School of Technology & Trades will partner with the Ida Lewis Yacht Club to present the 46th Annual Newport Classic Yacht Regatta on Aug. 30-31. The event will bring together more than 200 sailors and supporters for a weekend celebrating classic wooden yachts at the IYRS campus at 449 Thames […]
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EBCAP employee to be honored at Rhode Island Health Center Beacon Awards
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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Sharks stun Gulls 6-3 in Game 3 to reach NECBL Championship
NEWPORT, R.I. — The Martha’s Vineyard Sharks completed a stunning semifinal comeback Tuesday night, defeating the defending champion Newport Gulls 6-3 in a decisive Game 3 at Cardines Field to advance to the New England Collegiate Baseball League championship series. The victory capped a remarkable turnaround for the Sharks, who faced elimination after dropping the […]
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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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Royals end Boston’s 7-game win streak as Jonathan India hits 3-run homer in 7-3 victory
BOSTON (AP) — Jonathan India hit a three-run homer and Michael Wacha scattered five hits over six innings to help the Kansas City Royals beat the Red Sox 7-3 on Wednesday night, ending Boston’s seven-game winning streak. Wacha (6-9) allowed two runs while walking none and striking out three to earn his second consecutive victory […]
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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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Movies and TV shows casting right now in Rhode Island
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities’ Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of […]
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Boston Celtics trade Georges Niang to Utah Jazz for 2 draft picks
BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Celtics traded recently acquired forward Georges Niang and two future second-round draft picks to the Utah Jazz in exchange for rookie RJ Luis Jr., both teams announced Wednesday. The deal is contingent on the players passing their physicals. Niang is headed to Utah just a month after being dealt to […]
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Letter to the Editor: Newport’s housing paradox – we can’t have it both ways
Newport is in the middle of a housing crisis. Local teachers, healthcare workers, hospitality staff, and young families are being priced out of the city they serve. Yet time and again, new housing proposals—even those for affordable or workforce housing—are met with loud resistance, usually centered on one issue: traffic. To be clear, traffic is […]
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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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Safe Harbor Race Weekend sails into fifth year with record fleet
NEWPORT, R.I. — The Safe Harbor Race Weekend is back for its fifth year, starting August 8 with a record-breaking 73 boats across several classes. This three-day regatta in Newport features boats in ORC and PHRF classes, a 19-boat IC37 one-design class, and six superyachts. Steve Liebel, last year’s IC37 class winner, is excited about […]
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Young QBs in spotlight as Commanders, Patriots share field in scrappy joint practice
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Drake Maye isn’t exactly measuring himself against Jayden Daniels. But the New England Patriots quarterback is keeping tabs on what his Washington Commanders’ counterpart — and others from their draft class — are up to heading into their second NFL seasons. Maye and Daniels were on the field together Wednesday for […]
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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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Letter to the Editor: Council member’s claims of ‘mass misrepresentation’ are themselves misleading
I am writing this rebuttal to the statements and claims of “mass misrepresentation” made by Town Council member Barbara Von Villas regarding the opposition to the current Middletown Center plan being pushed on the residents of Middletown. Additionally to her claims of “leading to misinformation and/or misinterpretation rather than fact. Ms VonVillas gives absolutely no […]
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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 […]
Posted inObituaries
Obituary: Margery A. Cousens
Margery Ann (Poole) Cousens, 88, of Middletown, passed away on July 18, 2025. She was the wife of the late Denys Cousens. Margery, also lovingly known by her nickname Polly, was born on November 21,1936 in Coventry, England. She spent her childhood years growing up in Meriden, England with her parents, Sarah and Victor Poole, […]
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Crochet, Story lead Red Sox to 7th straight win over Royals
BOSTON (AP) — Garrett Crochet scattered four hits over seven innings and Trevor Story hit a blooper into center field to break a sixth-inning tie on Tuesday night and led the Boston Red Sox to their seventh straight win, 6-2 over the Kansas City Royals. Crochet (13-4) struck out eight to win his ninth consecutive […]
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Letter to the Editor: Change is inevitable
There has been a mass of misrepresentation related to Middletown’s West Main Road project. Most of it is built on emotional or personal bias leading to misinformation and/or misinterpretation rather than fact. As a result, productive action related to increasing housing within the project (as well as in other areas of the Town) has been […]
Posted inReal Estate
Newport Harbor condo sells for $3.075 million, third-highest of 2025
NEWPORT — A luxury condominium at 24 Brown and Howard Wharf sold for $3.075 million, marking the third-highest condo sale in Newport this year, according to Multiple Listing Service data. The two-bedroom unit (unit #303) at Brown and Howard Wharf Residences was one of the largest dwellings in the waterfront complex. Nicole Carstensen of Mott […]
Posted inCity & Government
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 […]
Posted inArts & Culture
Newport Folk, Jazz festivals announce 2026 dates
NEWPORT, R.I. — Fresh off the heels of another pair of sold-out festivals, the Newport Festivals Foundation announced Tuesday the dates for next year’s marquee events, giving music fans something to look forward to as summer 2025 winds down. The Newport Folk Festival will return to Fort Adams State Park July 24-26, 2026, while the […]
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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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Little Compton Colonial sets 2025 sales record at $2.05 million
LITTLE COMPTON, R.I. — A three-bedroom Colonial on Old Bull Lane has sold for $2.05 million, marking the highest residential sale in Little Compton this year, according to State-Wide MLS data. Residential Properties Ltd. sales associate Mimi Whitmarsh represented both the buyer and seller in the transaction at 22 Old Bull Lane, which closed recently. […]
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Obituary: Barry Murphy
Barry Murphy, Lt. Col. USMC (Ret.), age 87, passed away on July 28, 2025, in Middletown, Rhode Island. Born on July 15, 1938, in Winchester, MA, Barry graduated from Boston College and joined the Marine Corps in 1960. After a Marine Corps career spanning 22 years, Barry moved with his family to Middletown, RI where […]
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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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Obituary: William T. Duba
Retired Army Colonel William T. “Bill” Duba, 98, formerly of Admiral Kalbfus Rd, died July 27, 2025 at the RI Veterans Home in Bristol, RI. Welcomed in heaven by his beloved wife Elizabeth L. LaFramboise Duba, son William T. Duba, Jr., sister Jean Marie Kilpatrick, brother John G. Duba, father John Duba, and mother Helen […]
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Obituary: Dolores Santos-Coull
Dolores (Evans) Santos-Coull’s body and mind peacefully joined our Heavenly Father on July 24, 2025, at the age of 93. Born to Michael and Anna (Tomchick) Evans, Dolores was raised with a strong sense of faith, family, and resilience. She was predeceased by her beloved parents, her brother Donald Evans, and two cherished husbands-James B. Santos, whom […]
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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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What Sold: A look at 21 home sales in Newport County (July 28 – Aug. 1)
Another busy week in Newport County with 21 homes sold across our community, ranging from a $295,000 manufactured home in Tiverton to a beautiful $4,795,000 single-family on Catherine Street in Newport. Jamestown didn’t post any closed sales in the MLS last week, a rare pause for one of our most desirable towns. Even with a […]
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Red Sox ride Duran HR, strong outing from Bello to 6th straight win, beating Royals 8-5
BOSTON (AP) — Jarren Duran hit a three-run homer and Brayan Bello pitched six effective innings, helping the Boston Red Sox beat the Kansas City Royals 8-5 on Monday night for their sixth consecutive victory. Rob Refsnyder drove in two runs, and Duran added a leaping, run-saving catch in front of the Green Monster in the fourth. […]
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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 […]
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71st Newport Jazz Festival concludes with perfect weather, full crowds
NEWPORT, R.I. — The 71st Newport Jazz Festival wrapped up Sunday evening at Fort Adams State Park under perfect weather conditions, capping three days of sold-out performances that showcased everything from high-energy acts to traditional jazz, proving one thing for certain: Jazz music is fun. Friday’s opening day featured a unique educational component as high […]