Good Morning, Newport! Today is Wednesday, May 28, the 148th day of 2025. There are 217 days left in the year. 🥎 Tiverton High School’s softball team has secured a spot in the Division 2 state tournament semifinals after beating Pawtucket Co-Op 11-1 on Tuesday. What’sUpNewp’s Justin Walker was on hand for the game and […]
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Tiverton Softball moves forward in Division 3 State Tournament
Tiverton High School’s softball team has secured a spot in the Division 3 state tournament semifinals after beating Pawtucket Co-Op 11-1 on Tuesday. The Tigers took control of the game in the middle innings, scoring five runs across the third and fourth. They sealed the deal with a six-run fifth inning, ending the game early […]
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What Sold: A look at 11 homes that traded hands last week in Newport County (May 19 – 23)
Last week, 11 properties sold across Newport County, with Newport leading the way and seven of those closings happened right in the city, including two that topped $2 million. This kind of activity shows that even in a market where buyers are being more thoughtful, demand is still there. Especially when it comes to well-located, […]
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Newport City Council to vote on limiting parking stickers to only residential properties
Newport City Councilor David Carlin III is introducing a resolution at Wednesday’s council meeting to limit parking sticker distribution to only properties and property owners tied to residential properties. The proposal aims to tackle Newport’s ongoing parking challenges by tightening the rules on who can get city-issued parking stickers. “Parking in Newport has been and […]
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Things to do this week in Newport: May 27 – June 1
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County, Rhode Island, this week and weekend. Are you organizing an event? Submit events to our community calendar. Community Calendar More Events | Submit Your Event | Promote Your Event
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Op-Ed: The search for solutions to R.I.’s short-term rental challenges
For the last year and a half, a House commission I have led has been studying the economic and social effects of the short-term rental industry in Rhode Island. We have met with state and municipal leaders who grapple with tax, housing and safety issues, leaders in the tourism and hospitality industries and property owners […]
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Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain joins WUN for a one-on-one conversation on May 28
Newport School Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain will join What’sUpNewp for her monthly one-on-one conversation on Wednesday, May 28, at 1:30 pm. Have a question for the Superintendent? Ask It Here.
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Letter to the Editor: Has Middletown forgotten its veterans in Pottsy Field development?
In the September 9, 2021, issue of Newport This Week, Middletown was recognized on August 16, 2021, as becoming a Purple Heart Town. The following quotes are from that article. “The Middletown Town Council unanimously approved a resolution on Aug. 16 declaring the town a “Purple Heart” community, making it one of only nine in […]
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Morning Notes: Newport poised to advance Middle Passage Port Marker Project
Good Tuesday morning, Newport! Here’s our daily rundown of what’s happening out there today, plus all that you need to know; enjoy! Weather Forecast Today: Increasing clouds, with a high near 69. Calm wind becoming south 5 to 9 mph in the afternoon. Tonight: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 55. Southwest wind 5 to […]
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Newport Classical concludes Chamber Series with Trio Mediaeval
Newport Classical wraps up its 2024-25 Chamber Series with a performance by GRAMMY-nominated Trio Mediaeval on June 13, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. The concert takes place at the Newport Classical Recital Hall in Newport. The Norwegian group will showcase Swedish and Norwegian vocal folk music, including traditional songs, hymns, fiddle tunes, ballads, and the unique […]
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Morning Notes: MLK Center and Butler Basketball team up for Juneteenth tournament
Good Monday morning, Newport! Here’s our daily rundown of what’s happening out there today, plus all that you need to know; enjoy! Weather Forecast Today: Mostly sunny, with a high near 66. North wind around 6 mph becoming south in the afternoon. Tonight: Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming clear, with a low around 51. South […]
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Obituary: Kristine Erin Sullivan
Kristine Erin Sullivan, 47, of Portsmouth, RI passed away peacefully after a long illness on May 23, 2025, with her loving family beside her. Kristine was born in Newport on February 23, 1978. She was the daughter of the late Cecily C. (Martin) and Robert W. Sullivan. Kristine graduated from Middletown High School in 1996. […]
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Swimmer circumnavigates Martha’s Vineyard ahead of ‘Jaws’ 50th anniversary
By LEAH WILLINGHAM Associated Press VINEYARD HAVEN, Mass. (AP) — A British-South African endurance athlete became the first person to swim around the island of Martha’s Vineyard on Monday, completing a 60-mile (97-kilometer) trek over multiple days to raise awareness about the plight of sharks as the film “Jaws” nears its 50th birthday. Lewis Pugh, 55, began swimming multiple […]
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Morning Notes: Bestselling author Lian Dolan to discuss new wedding novel at Charter Books
Good Sunday morning, Newport! Here’s our daily rundown of what’s happening out there today, plus all that you need to know; enjoy! Weather Forecast Today: Increasing clouds, with a high near 64. Northwest wind around 10 mph. Tonight: Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly clear, with a low around 51. Northwest wind around 6 mph. […]
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Obituary: John W. Nelson III
John W. Nelson III, of Middletown, RI passed away May 20, 2025 at home after a long battle with cancer. Born in Newport, he was the son of the late John W. Nelson Jr. and Caroline T. (Murphy) Nelson. A member of the Rhode Island National Guard, he enlisted while in high school, attended Officer […]
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Morning Notes: Miantonomi Park Memorial Tower open to public on Memorial Day
Good Saturday morning, Newport! Here’s our daily rundown of what’s happening out there today, plus all that you need to know; enjoy! Weather Forecast Today: A slight chance of showers after 2pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 62. West wind 9 to 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Tonight: Partly cloudy, with a […]
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Charting a Course: Martha Parker celebrates 40 years of Team One Newport
These days, as I walk the pup along the docks, I count the growing number of sailing and fishing vessels lining up in the harbor. Their colorful hulls bob gently, with crews carefully prepping these graceful “swans of the sea” for the season. Soon, the harbor will fill with beautiful white and grey sails—many competing […]
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Morning Notes: Salve Regina students showcase island-inspired art in Newport exhibition
Good Friday morning, Newport! Here’s our daily rundown of what’s happening out there today, plus all that you need to know; enjoy! Weather Forecast Today: A slight chance of showers before 7am, then a chance of showers after 3pm. Cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly sunny, with a high near 57. Northwest wind 10 to 14 […]
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Veronica Bruno: Newport gallery report
Newport, RI has a pretty vibrant gallery scene. Dwarfed by perhaps Providence, we feel that the intimate art galleries throughout Aquidneck (and Conanicut Island) don’t get quite the attention that they deserve. Maybe it’s just that there’s so much to do here—especially during the popular summer season—that these art house gems can sometimes get lost […]
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Letter to the Editor: It is residents’ turn with Middletown Council
What happened to a town center for Middletown residents? 1: Middletown Town Council negotiated with the “Middletown Center” developer for the 15 acres of open space at W Main/Coddington — a Development Agreement was signed and shared with the public in October 2024. 2: The developer is asking the entire 15 acres of “Public” land […]
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Rhode Island Secretary of State presents Civic Leadership Awards to local high school students
On Monday, May 19, 2025, Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore honored the 130 high school students selected as 2025 Rhode Island Civic Leadership Award winners at a State House ceremony. The award is given annually to high school students who have made outstanding contributions to their schools and communities over the past year. “Every […]
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Congressman Amo introduces R.U.B.I.O. act to limit Secretary of State’s roles
Representative Gabe Amo (D-RI), the Democratic Vice Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, has introduced new legislation aimed at limiting the Secretary of State’s role to a single government position. The Reaffirming Unified Boundaries for Integrity and Oversight (R.U.B.I.O.) Act seeks to ensure the Secretary of State can focus exclusively on managing U.S. […]
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Puddingstone Music unveils inaugural Summer Festival for 2025
Newport’s historic venues will host the first Puddingstone Music Festival, which will feature a range of classical performances from June 24 to 28, 2025. The festival includes three main concerts, open rehearsals, and a live podcast recording of music from four centuries. “We’re excited to bring this musical experience to Newport’s beautiful historic settings,” the […]
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Genie Bouchard, Christina McHale and Anna Frey announced as Hall of Fame Open WTA wildcards
The Hall of Fame Open has awarded its first WTA main draw wildcards to former world No. 5 Genie Bouchard and American Christina McHale, while rising star Anna Frey has accepted a qualifying wildcard. “We are thrilled to welcome accomplished players like Genie Bouchard and Christina McHale, and rising star Anna Frey, to Newport,” said Brewer Rowe, Tournament Director. “Hosting […]
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NOAA’s 2025 hurricane forecast warns of a busy season – a storm scientist explains why and what meteorologists are watching
Colin Zarzycki, Penn State U.S. forecasters are expecting an above-normal 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, with 13 to 19 named storms, and 6 to 10 of those becoming hurricanes. Every year, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and other forecasters release preseason outlooks for the Atlantic’s hurricane season, which runs June 1 through November 30. So, […]