David A. Williams, 65, of Middletown, Connecticut, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026. David was born on May, 19, 1960 in Newport, RI to parents Constant and Annie (Crabb) Williams. He grew up in neighboring Middletown, where he developed a lifelong love of planes. His early years in the Civil Air Patrol led him […]
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Preservation Society of Newport County announces plan to sell, transfer parts of its collection
The Preservation Society of Newport County announced Wednesday a deaccession initiative aimed at strengthening its permanent collection by removing items that no longer align with the organization’s interpretive mission. The initiative covers the organization’s wide-ranging permanent collection, which includes paintings, sculpture, furniture, ceramics, silver, textiles, tapestries, photographs and period dress housed across its 11 historic […]
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Obituary: Anthony Joseph Regine
Dr. Anthony Joseph Regine, 92, of Middletown, Rhode Island, formerly of Providence and Cranston, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Anthony, fondly known as Tony by family, friends, patients, and even grandchildren, was born in Providence on June 14, 1933. He was the son of the late Antonio and […]
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Obituary: Paul W Lally
Paul William Lally, 89, of Portsmouth, RI, died on March 14, 2026, in hospice care with his family by his side. Born in Scranton, PA on January 25, 1937, he was the son of Thomas and Esther (Kerrigan) Lally. Paul honorably served our country in the U.S. Army Reserve. He was attached to Fort Dix […]
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Edwards again pushes bill to shift coastal oversight from CRMC to DEM
For the second consecutive year, a Tiverton lawmaker is pushing to strip the Coastal Resources Management Council of its authority and hand coastal oversight to the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management. Rep. John G. Edwards (D-Dist. 70, Tiverton) introduced legislation this session — bill 2026-H 7996 — that would abolish the CRMC and replace […]
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Newport’s budget season kicks off with series of city council workshops
The city’s annual budget process is getting underway this month, with the Newport City Council set to hold a series of special budget workshops beginning later this month. The sessions will take place in the second-floor council chamber at Newport City Hall beginning at 5:30 p.m. and are open to the public. All workshops will […]
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Newport International Boat Show reports $22.5 million in economic impact for Rhode Island during 2025 event
The Newport International Boat Show generated more than $22.5 million in economic impact for Rhode Island during its 2025 event, according to a newly released economic impact study. The show, which took place Sept. 11-14, 2025, at the Newport Yachting Center in downtown Newport, drew 30,000 attendees from across the country and around the world. […]
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Newport Mental Health adds five new members to board of directors
Newport Mental Health has appointed five new members to its board of directors, the organization announced Monday, adding community leaders with backgrounds spanning real estate law, product management, mental health advocacy and nonprofit work. Sue Metzger, John Toracinta, Ruth Ellen Scott, Patrick Barry-Nolan and Joshua Blumen join the board at what the organization describes as […]
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We’ve got the power: Revolution Wind begins delivering electricity to regional grid
by Nancy Lavin, Rhode Island CurrentMarch 16, 2026 Rhode Island’s electric grid now includes some power from its first utility-scale offshore wind project, Revolution Wind, project developers announced Friday night. The initial power delivery is not the final achievement: The 65-turbine project is 93% complete and not expected to hit its full 704-megawatt nameplate capacity […]
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Judy Collins to bring farewell tour to Jane Pickens Theater in June
Folk legend Judy Collins will bring her farewell tour to the Jane Pickens Theater on Sunday, June 14, with showtime set for 7 p.m., Spectacle Live announced Monday. Tickets go on sale Friday, March 20, at 10 a.m. at janepickens.com or by calling 1-800-657-8774. The Newport show is part of Collins’ “Sweet Judy Blue Eyes” […]
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Newport County Board of REALTORS: A Message from the President
Housing is one of the most widely discussed topics across Newport County. Whether you are a homeowner, renter, buyer, employer, or longtime resident, the conversation around housing touches nearly every part of life in our community. Limited inventory, strong demand, evolving regulations, and broader economic pressures have created a competitive housing environment that can make […]
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Scientists made a breakthrough in the study of whale sounds. Here’s a look at the numbers
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — Researchers on Cape Cod, Massachusetts, recently discovered the oldest known recordings of whale sounds and believe the discovery could help understand how the animals communicate. The recording is the song of a humpback whale, a species of large whale known for its complex songs. Researchers at Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution in Falmouth, Massachusetts, said […]
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Newport’s Opera House has been under renovation for 25 years. It’s still not open.
When first conceived, organizers were exuberant about the possibilities a reopened historic opera house on Newport’s Washington Square would bring to the community. The Newport Performing Arts Center project received more than $4.2 million, second largest of nine grants from a 2014 Creative and Cultural Economy Bond. Randy Rosenbaum, then executive director of the Rhode […]
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Jane Pickens Theater to screen three noir classics in 4K, paired with pinot noir tastings this spring
The Jane Pickens Theater is inviting film lovers to step into the shadows this spring with a series of three landmark noir and neo-noir films screening in 4K restorations, each paired with a curated pinot noir tasting in the lobby before showtime. The series kicks off March 24 with the 50th anniversary screening of Martin […]
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What Sold: A look at 12 homes that traded last week in Newport County (March 9 – 13)
Twelve properties changed hands across Middletown, Newport, Portsmouth, Tiverton, and Jamestown last week, offering another snapshot of how the Rhode Island housing market is beginning to unfold as we move towards the spring season. Several of the week’s closings highlight the strength of the upper tier of the market. The sale of 84 Allston Avenue […]
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Obituary: Danielle Ray
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Danielle Ray, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, who left us on March 9, 2026, at the age of 44 after a most courageous battle with cancer. Born on March 31, 1981, Danielle lived a life filled with love, laughter, and the warmth of […]
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Photos: Newport’s 70th Annual Saint Patrick’s Day Parade
The Emerald Isle came to Aquidneck Island on Saturday, and Newport delivered one of its most spirited Saint Patrick’s Day parades in years — green attire, leprechauns and all — despite a blustery late-winter day that tested even the most dedicated revelers. The 70th annual Newport Saint Patrick’s Day Parade stepped off at 11 a.m. […]
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Newport Historical Society offers limited-edition flags to mark America’s 250th anniversary
The Newport Historical Society is inviting residents and property owners to show their civic pride ahead of the nation’s 250th birthday with the purchase of a limited-edition “witness flag” — a handcrafted pennant honoring the city’s outsized role in the American Revolution. The flags, locally made by Maritime Tribes of Fall River, bear the semiquincentennial […]
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Providence fires coach Kim English a day after Friars lose to St. John’s in Big East quarterfinals
By MIKE FITZPATRICK AP Sports Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Kim English’s three-year tenure at Providence is over. Athletic director Steve Napolillo announced English’s firing Friday, a day after the Friars lost 85-72 to No. 13 St. John’s in the Big East Tournament quarterfinals and finished 15-18. “We appreciate Kim and his staff for their efforts over […]
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Newport’s 70th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade set for Saturday
The 70th annual Newport St. Patrick’s Day Parade steps off at 11 a.m. Saturday from Newport City Hall, 43 Broadway, with staging beginning at 9 a.m. The route will travel down Broadway into Washington Square, south onto Thames Street, onto America’s Cup Avenue and back onto Thames Street, ending on Carroll Avenue at St. Augustine’s […]
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Obituary: Linda Helen Sheehan
Linda H. Sheehan, a woman of incredible taste, iconic style, and devotion to her family, passed away peacefully on the evening of Sunday, February 22, 2026. She carried herself with grace in every season of life. Linda entered the world on November 5, 1948, in Newport, RI, the cherished daughter of the late Henry and […]
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Movies and TV shows casting 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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Sail Newport program director Kim Hapgood marks 30 years at the helm of sailing education
Kim Hapgood, program director at Sail Newport, is celebrating 30 years with the nonprofit public sailing center — three decades that have shaped thousands of sailors and helped establish the organization as a nationally recognized leader in sailing education. Hapgood joined Sail Newport in 1996 and has since built a comprehensive slate of programs serving […]
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Sail Newport to host J/Boats president Jeff Johnstone for lecture on company’s 50-year history
Sail Newport will host Jeff Johnstone, president of Newport-based J/Boats, Inc., for a lecture tracing the company’s five decades of sailboat design on Thursday, April 2, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Fort Adams State Park. The event, part of Sail Newport’s Challenger Lecture Series presented by Hinckley Yachts, comes as J/Boats approaches its 50th anniversary. Johnstone […]
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Charlie Holder, Sr. Memorial race returns May 9 with new 10K option
The Holder family has announced the third annual Charlie Holder, Sr. Memorial 5K and 10K charity race will be held Saturday, May 9, with both races starting and finishing at the Newport County YMCA, 792 Valley Road. New this year is a 10K option, featuring a course with views of three beaches and Hanging Rock, […]
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Obituary: Constance Marie Brown
Constance “Connie” Marie Kenney Nelson-Brown, 93, passed away on March 11th, 2026 at Brookdale South Bay in South Kingstown, RI, following a brief illness. Born in Salem, MA, and raised in Ocean Grove in Swansea, Connie later spent the rest of her life on Aquidneck Island.Early on Connie worked for famed mid century modern furniture designer Harvey […]
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Providence ousted from Big East Tournament, expected to fire coach Kim English
By MIKE FITZPATRICK AP Sports Writer NEW YORK (AP) — It appears Kim English’s three-year tenure at Providence is over. With the 37-year-old coach expected to be fired soon, the Friars (15-18) were eliminated from the Big East Tournament when they lost 85-72 to No. 13 St. John’s in the quarterfinals Thursday at Madison Square Garden. “I’m […]
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Newport Mansions’ ‘Sessions’ music video series features local duo Laden Valley at The Elms
The Newport Mansions’ new music video series “Sessions” continues this month with a live performance from Newport-based roots-folk duo Laden Valley, recorded at The Elms mansion. The video is available now on the Newport Mansions YouTube channel at youtube.com/@newport.mansions. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gkSk8NXxR9c Laden Valley — Evan St. Martin and Dave Sarazen — draw on the sonic palette […]
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Newport Tree Conservancy opens applications for community tree planting program
The Newport Tree Conservancy is accepting applications for its annual Community Tree Program, which provides residents with free or subsidized trees to plant at their homes. The program aims to plant around 120 trees each year to offset losses from damage, decay and disease. Trees are free for residents living within Newport’s Health Equity Zone […]
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Obituary: Paraskevi Mandros
Paraskevi “Voula” Mandros, a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and the beloved heart of her family’s home, passed away at the age of 89, leaving behind a legacy of faith, resilience, and unconditional love. Voula was born in the mountains of Greece in the small village of Lia. Her childhood was shaped by the challenges of growing up during […]
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Newport City Council advances parking permit overhaul, delays short-term rental rules
The Newport City Council voted March 11 to advance a sweeping overhaul of the city’s long-strained residential parking permit program while sending a years-in-the-making package of short-term rental restrictions back to a workshop — two decisions that exposed the competing pressures shaping daily life in one of Rhode Island’s most visited cities. A Parking System […]
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Considering Doula support for your pregnancy journey? Join us for Meet the Doulas at South County Health. Register Today > For many expectant parents, preparing for birth involves choosing an obstetric provider, attending prenatal visits, and creating a plan for delivery. Increasingly, families are also considering the support of a doula—a trained professional who provides […]
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Providence defeats Butler 91-81 in Big East Conference Tournament
NEW YORK (AP) — Stefan Vaaks had 28 points in Providence’s 91-81 victory against Butler on Wednesday in the Big East Conference Tournament. Vaaks shot 9 for 16, including 8 for 13 from beyond the arc for the Friars (15-17). Ryan Mela added 23 points while going 10 of 14 (2 for 4 from 3-point […]
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RIPTA to detour three Newport bus routes Saturday for St. Patrick’s Day Parade
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority will detour three bus routes in Newport on Saturday, March 14, to accommodate the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Routes 60, 63 and 67 will operate on modified paths between 8:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. All three routes will bypass the parade route along Thames Street and America’s Cup Avenue, […]
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Rhode Island Senate passes Jamestown senior property tax relief bill
The Rhode Island Senate has approved legislation that would expand property tax relief for senior residents of Jamestown, sending the bill to Gov. Daniel McKee for consideration. The bill, sponsored by Sen. Dawn Euer (D-Dist. 13, Newport, Jamestown), extends Jamestown’s existing sliding-scale property tax exemption program for seniors to include those with incomes between 220% […]
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MLK Community Center to open food pantry in Newport’s North End this spring
The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center plans to open a satellite food pantry in Newport’s North End later this spring, bringing hunger relief services closer to residents who have faced transportation barriers accessing the organization’s downtown location. The new pantry will be located at 120 Hillside Ave. near Miantonomi Park. Once open, the […]
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Puddingstone Music kicks off spring concert series at Rough Point on April 15
Puddingstone Music returns to Rough Point mansion for an intimate concert on Wednesday, April 15, at 7 p.m., opening its spring series with “This Love Between Us,” a program of song and chamber music inspired by composer Reena Esmail’s meditation on shared humanity. The evening features soprano Katharine Dain, Grammy Award-winning violist Caitlin Lynch and […]
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Forum Lodge to celebrate Irish and Italian heritage with Gaelic & Garlic dinner March 18
Forum Lodge #391, Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America, will host its annual Gaelic and Garlic Celebration of Irish and Italian Heritage on Wednesday, March 18, at Vasco da Gama Hall, 15 Fenner Ave. Held in memory of Ralph J. Gizzi, the evening features corned beef and potatoes, pasta and sausage, Irish and […]
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Obituary: Daniel Joseph Shea
Daniel Joseph Shea, Jr., 90, of Middletown, Rhode Island, died on March 5, 2026. Born in Newport, RI on February 27, 1936, he was the son of the late Daniel and Mary (Teahan) Shea. He was widowed by his first wife of 25 years, Helen (Toomey) Shea, and recently widowed again in August 2025 by […]
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Newport’s Lady Hibernians honor two women with joint award for 2026
The Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians of Newport couldn’t choose just one — so they chose both. Paula Silvia and Sandy Gallagher have been named co-Lady Hibernians of the Year for 2026, a joint honor the organization said reflects the pair’s decades of quiet, tireless service to the Newport community. “They’re known as the ‘background […]
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Newport City Council sends stern message to McKee: No cruise ship fee hike
by Christopher Shea, Rhode Island CurrentMarch 10, 2026 Newport city officials say Gov. Dan McKee never consulted them in crafting his plan to raise fees on visiting cruise ships, a move they say could put the city by the sea at a serious disadvantage compared to other regional ports competing for tourism dollars. That’s why […]
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Norman Bird Sanctuary kicks off spring with lineup of hikes, lectures, and family events
The Norman Bird Sanctuary is welcoming spring with a series of events designed to connect the community with the natural world, from geology hikes and stargazing to wildlife encounters and family open houses. The season kicks off Thursday, March 19, with a Golden Hour Geology Hike from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., exploring the ancient rock […]
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IYRS launches new runabout restoration course in Newport
IYRS School of Technology & Trades has announced the launch of a new Runabout Restoration Course, a 9-month hands-on program designed for experienced boatbuilders, classic runabout enthusiasts and those looking to break into the boatbuilding trade. The pilot course offers students the opportunity to work through the full restoration process of a classic mahogany Chris-Craft, […]
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RIPTA launches on-demand transit service in Newport, Middletown
Residents of Newport and Middletown now have a new way to get around without a car. The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority launched its Flex On Demand microtransit service Monday in five communities across the state, including a new zone covering Newport and Middletown. The service allows riders to book on-demand, curb-to-curb trips for $2 […]
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This Day in RI History: March 9 – Jeffrey Osborne is born
Born in Providence, Jeffrey Osborne is a Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter and musician who hails from a legendary RI musical family. Osborne began his career in 1970 as lead vocalist for L.T.D., a popular R&B band founded in the early 1970’s. He later began a solo career, where he was nominated for several Grammy Awards. Osborne […]
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Sweet Berry Farm’s new owners seek planning board approval for major development
Less than a year after Sweet Berry Farm quietly changed hands following 45 years under the same family, the property’s new owners are seeking approval for a major land development project that would transform the 51-acre Mitchell’s Lane farm with a new 13,862-square-foot complex — including a relocated farmstand, café and a barn designed to […]
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Portsmouth wins D-1 basketball title, defeats La Salle 49-38
Adam Conheeny scored 18 points and Portsmouth High School’s stifling defense held La Salle Academy to nine first-half points as the Patriots claimed the Rhode Island Division I boys basketball championship Friday night, 49-38, at the Amica Mutual Pavilion. Portsmouth led 21-9 at halftime and never relinquished control, using relentless defensive pressure to keep the […]
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In search of affordability: How Rhode Island ranks for cost of living
If there’s one issue that every single American is dealing with these days, it’s that costs are going up. Food, shelter, energy — the bills just keep getting bigger, and the affordability of daily life is being strained. But here’s some surprising math you might not be aware of: Affordability can be extremely different depending […]
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URI Watershed Watch seeks volunteers to monitor Rhode Island’s ponds, streams, and coasts
The University of Rhode Island’s Watershed Watch program is seeking volunteer water quality monitors to help collect data on lakes, ponds, streams, and coastal waters across southern New England this spring. A URI Cooperative Extension program, Watershed Watch has tracked water quality data for four decades, with volunteers helping researchers understand how snowy winters, stormwater […]
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Choreographing consent: Meet Rhode Island’s intimacy director
Valerie Remillard is an Intimacy Director. What’s that, you ask. Read on… Just prior to the pandemic, she directed a production of “Almost, Maine” at the Community Players in Pawtucket. The show is actually nine short plays stapled together, exploring love and loss in a mythical Maine town called Almost. “There is intimacy in every […]
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For survivors, Rhode Island clergy abuse report brings vindication and renewed demands
By LEAH WILLINGHAM and KIMBERLEE KRUESI Associated Press PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — The sound of the school nurse’s office door opening. Light reflecting off a stained-glass window. Tearful outbursts and fear of getting on the school bus. For many survivors of clergy abuse, memories like these linger for decades. A report released this week by […]
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Newport City Council to meet March 11
The Newport City Council will hold its regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. March 11 at City Hall, 43 Broadway. The meeting will open with a proclamation celebrating Irish Heritage Month. Among the items on the consent calendar, the council will consider approval of an Easter Extravaganza event at Newport Skatepark on April 4 and a […]
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Obituary: Joseph Angelo Belli
Joseph Angelo Belli of Middletown, RI, died on March 3, 2026. He was the loving husband of Mary Cecilia (Moitozo) Belli. Born in New Bedford, MA on September 25, 1930, he was the son of the late Joseph and Mary (Joaquin) Belli. Mr. Belli was a graduate of Fairhaven, Ma. schools. He entered the US […]
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Lincoln School holds off Tiverton in thriller to claim Division 2 title
In a rematch that lived up to its billing, Lincoln School held on to defeat Tiverton 50-47 Thursday night at the Amica Mutual Pavilion to claim the Division 2 title in a game that came down to the final seconds. Tiverton jumped out to a 20-11 halftime lead, with Jah’niece Branch scoring six of her […]
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Audrain Motorsport to expand Veteran Car Tour into full weekend event in May
Audrain Motorsport is expanding its Veteran Car Tour into a full weekend event this spring, bringing rare brass-era automobiles to the streets of Newport and Bristol in what organizers are calling one of the most significant gatherings of early American automobiles in the country. The event is scheduled for May 16-18, with opening activities beginning […]
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Obituary: Elizabeth Ann Nass
Elizabeth Ann Nass, 72, a lifelong resident of Aquidneck Island, passed away peacefully in her Portsmouth, RI home in presence of family. Born in Newport, RI on November 26, 1953, she was the daughter of the late Robert W. Nass and the late Barbara (Whitford) Nass. She leaves her beloved son, James R. Nass of […]
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What to know about the investigation into Catholic priests in Rhode Island and sexual abuse charges
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — A new investigation into the Catholic Diocese of Providence, Rhode Island, shows that an estimated 75 priests abused more than 300 children since 1950, with the state’s top law enforcement chief warning Wednesday that the scope of the abuse is likely much bigger. The report was released by Rhode Island Attorney […]
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Patriots tell 4-time Pro Bowl receiver Stefon Diggs he’ll be released next week, AP source says
By ROB MAADDI AP Pro Football Writer The New England Patriots have informed wide receiver Stefon Diggs that he’ll be released when the new league year begins next week, a person with knowledge of the decision told The Associated Press. The person spoke on condition of anonymity Wednesday because the team hasn’t announced its intention. Diggs posted […]
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Newport School Superintendent to sit down with What’sUpNewp for live interview on March 4
Colleen Burns Jermain, Superintendent of Newport Public Schools, will join What’sUpNewp for her monthly one-on-one conversation on Wednesday, March 4, at 1:30 p.m. Watch the conversation live below, or anytime afterward. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nTv-sxpA44
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Obituary: Jonathan Hilton Cooper
Jonathan Cooper, 58, of Newport, RI, died unexpectedly of a heart attack in Stowe, Vermont while on a ski weekend with his wife and eldest daughter on February 28th, 2026. He was born in Frisby on the Wreake, Leicestershire, England in 1967 to Hilton and Eileen Cooper. He got a love of the outdoors from […]
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Obituary: Nancy Warwick Tarlton
Nancy Warwick Tarlton was born April 9, 1930, in Philadelphia, PA and grew up in Merion Station, PA. She was the daughter of the late Paul Reynolds Warwick and Sallie Hill Warwick and the sister of the late Paul Reynolds Warwick Jr. While a student at Friends Central High School, she played high school basketball, […]
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Obituary: Robert Brennan
Robert ¨Bobby¨ Brennan, 82, of Middletown, passed away peacefully Monday, February 23, 2026, at Village House in Newport. A loving father, grandpa, uncle, brother, son, friend, and neighbor, he was the husband of the late Judy (White) Brennan. Born July 2, 1943, he was the son of the late Thomas and Rose (Meehan) Brennan. Born […]
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Snow Report: Mountain Conditions at New England Ski Resorts
The table below from OnTheSnow shows the snow cover in New England. For each ski resort, you will find the essential information from its snow report: snow depths, open slopes, and lifts, date of the last snowfall, today’s weather. All the information you need to choose the right ski resort for you in New England. […]
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Obituary: Frederick William Brown
Frederick William Brown, 78, of Jamestown passed away peacefully on February 26, 2026, surrounded by his family. A devoted husband, Fred shared 55 loving years with his wife, Linda (Daum) Brown, whom he met while both were students at the University of Rhode Island. Born February 7, 1948, in Newport, Fred attended Rogers High School, […]
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Obituary: Therese Marie Croteau
Therese Croteau 95, of Newport, died peacefully on February 22, 2026 at Saint Clare Home in Newport. Born on June 14, 1930 to Daniel A. Sullivan and Margaret (Shea) Sullivan of Newport, she was predeceased by her husband of 19 years, John N. Croteau of Providence. She also was predeceased by her brothers, Vincent Sullivan, […]
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Xay Khamsyvoravong enters Rhode Island lieutenant governor’s race
Former Newport Mayor Xay Khamsyvoravong entered the race for Rhode Island lieutenant governor Monday, becoming the latest Democrat to join a crowded primary field ahead of the state’s Sept. 8 primary. Khamsyvoravong, the son of a Laotian refugee and a Providence pediatrician, framed his campaign around economic anxiety and what he called government’s failure to […]
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Portsmouth girls basketball holds off North Kingstown, advances to semifinals
Violet Silvia scored 21 points to lead Portsmouth to a 54-47 win over North Kingstown in a girls basketball playoff game Saturday night at North Kingstown High School. The sophomore standout was the catalyst for a Portsmouth offense that built a 21-18 halftime lead and never looked back. Gyselle Mairs added 16 points and Annie […]
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Blizzard recovery Day 5: RIDOT deploys industrial snow blower to Newport; crews target Historic Hill, Hillside, Broadway Saturday
Newport’s 24/7 Rapid Snow Removal operation is getting reinforcements Saturday: the Rhode Island Department of Transportation is deploying an industrial snow blower to help clear streets ahead of Monday’s reopening of schools and City Hall. The city said the high-powered snow blower and accompanying dump trucks are expected to immediately expand the city’s ability to […]
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Obituary: Susan Mary Hopf
Susan Mary Hopf, 61, of Newport, RI, passed away at Newport Hospital on February 24, with her sister, Catherine, at her side, after a six year courageous and brave fight with cancer.Susan was born on March 31, 1964 in Newport-the daughter of Audrey and John Hopf. She graduated from Rogers High School and went on […]
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Obituary: Lewis E. Gordon
Lewis E. Gordon, 88, of Portsmouth, RI, passed away on February 19, 2026. Born in Hackensack, NJ on September 30, 1937, he was the beloved son of the late Lewis Walter and Elizabeth (Holzlein) Gordon. Upon graduation from high school at age 17, Lew enlisted in the United States Navy and proudly served for 20 […]
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Obituary: Douglas Edward Silvia
Douglas E. Silvia, 90, of Portsmouth, RI, died on February 20, 2026 after a short illness. He was the beloved husband of the late Shirley (Peary) Silvia. Born in Portsmouth, RI on April 10, 1935, He was the youngest of nine children to Joseph and Mary Silvia. As a very young man he began a […]
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Rose Island Lighthouse trust names new executive director as organization enters 40th year
The Rose Island Lighthouse and Fort Hamilton Trust has named Amanda Kay Ritchie as its new executive director, the Newport-based nonprofit announced Friday. The board’s selection was unanimous, capping an eight-week regional search led by the organization’s People and Culture Committee. Ritchie brings more than 12 years of senior nonprofit leadership experience in fundraising, communications, […]
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Sail Newport lecture to explore maritime escapes on the Underground Railroad
While most scholarship on the Underground Railroad has focused on overland escape routes, a forthcoming lecture at Sail Newport will shed light on a lesser-known path to freedom: the sea. Historian, author and professor Dr. Timothy D. Walker will present “Sailing to Freedom” on Thursday, Feb. 26, at 6 p.m. at Sail Newport, 72 Fort […]
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Newport Mental Health names Dr. Joshua C. Brown as new medical director
Newport Mental Health has appointed Joshua C. Brown, M.D., Ph.D., as its new medical director, the organization announced Thursday. Brown, a dual-trained psychiatrist and neurologist, will lead a team of psychiatrists and clinical nurse specialists and play a key role in guiding the future development of behavioral health programs across the organization. “Dr. Brown brings […]
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Blizzard recovery Day 3: Middletown clears all local roads; state heavy equipment deployed in Newport; schools closed through Friday
Recovery from the Blizzard of 2026 enters its third full day Thursday with Newport Public Schools and City Hall closed for the remainder of the week, Ocean Drive still closed to traffic, and side street clearing continuing across the city. The National Weather Service issued a Special Weather Statement early Thursday warning of freezing fog […]
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Home of the Week: A three-family just steps from Newport Harbor
Location drives value in Newport, and 32 Houston Avenue delivers on that front. This legal three-family property sits just six doors from King Park and the waterfront in the heart of the Fifth Ward. From the front steps, it’s a short walk to the harbor, public dinghy docks, and nearby marinas, with easy access to […]
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Newport String Project to present free concert at Ochre Court
The Newport String Project will present a free community concert at Ochre Court at Salve Regina University on Sunday, March 22, at 3 p.m., featuring its resident ensemble alongside internationally acclaimed guest musicians. The centerpiece of the program will be Frank Bridge’s String Sextet in E flat Major, a sweeping work first performed in 1912 […]
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Jane Pickens Theater to screen ‘Solo Mio’ with filmmaker Q&A on Feb. 26
The Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center (The JPT) will host a special screening of Solo Mio, a new romantic comedy starring Kevin James, on Thursday, Feb. 26 at 7:30 p.m., featuring a live introduction and post-film Q&A with the film’s directors. The 97-minute film follows a groom left stranded and heartbroken in Rome after […]
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What to know about the risks of carbon monoxide poisoning after college student’s death
A Rhode Island college football player died from carbon monoxide poisoning after he tried to charge his phone in his car during a massive snow storm in a power outage. The storm knocked out power for hundreds of thousands of people across the Northeast. First responders found 21-year-old Salve Regina University student Joseph Boutros unresponsive in his car on […]
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Newport Restoration Foundation names Hilary Fagan as new executive director
The Newport Restoration Foundation has appointed Hilary Fagan as its next executive director, the organization announced Wednesday. Fagan, a Newport native with a background in Rhode Island economic development and financial services, will assume the role March 9. The foundation’s board of directors selected Fagan following a national search, citing her energy, her experience across […]
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Blizzard recovery Day 2: Newport Public Schools closed for the rest of the week; Ocean Drive remains closed; parking ban lifted on Broadway
The second full day of recovery from the Blizzard of 2026 brings more school closings, continued street clearing, and snow possibly mixed with rain that could help melt what remains of the historic storm’s up to 34 inches of snow across Newport County. Newport Public Schools will be closed for the rest of the week, […]
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How Midwives support women through the reproductive years
At South County Health’s Center for Women’s Health, Certified Nurse Midwives are among the providers caring for patients with clinical expertise and compassion, empowering women to make informed choices about their health. When people hear the word midwife, they often think of childbirth. While midwives are experts in pregnancy, labor, and postpartum care, their role […]
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Obituary: P. Michael Murphy
P. Michael Murphy of Middletown, RI – best known as Murph – passed away peacefully at home on February 21, 2026, following a courageous battle with cancer. Michael is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Leslie (Tessier), his sons Kyle (Jeanne-Marie), Camden (Amanda) and the joys of his life; granddaughter Nova Jane and […]
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Obituary: Joseph Timothy Riley
Joseph T. Riley, 66, of Middletown, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on February 20, 2026. He was the loving husband of Jennifer (Dunbar) Riley and loving father of Joseph T. Riley Jr. Born in Newport, RI on June 9, 1959, He was the son of the late John Coughlin and Mary Corinne […]
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On This Day In History – February 25, 1842: Ida Lewis born in Newport
Lighthouse keeper and hero Ida Lewis was born on this day in Newport in 1842. Lewis made countless rescues during her time, she made her first rescue at the age of 12 and her last recorded rescue at the age of 63. She is credited for saving at least 18 lives. In 1869 she became […]
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It’s officially a blizzard: Over 28 inches in Portsmouth — a record-breaking storm
The Blizzard of 2026 is now the greatest single snowstorm on record in Rhode Island. The National Weather Service announced Monday afternoon that T.F. Green International Airport recorded 32.8 inches of snow as of 1 p.m., breaking the record of 28.6 inches set during the Blizzard of ’78 on February 6–7, 1978. Newport County is […]
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Obituary: Chris A. Pimentel
Chris A. Pimentel of Portsmouth, RI, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully, on Friday, February 20, 2026 at the age of 73, surrounded by his family. He was the faithful husband of Christine (Brown) Pimentel for 47 years. Chris was born in Newport, RI to the late Alfred and Mary Pimentel on February 12, 1953. He […]
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Snowfall intensifies in Northeast, with many stuck at home under blizzard warnings and travel bans
NEW YORK (AP) — Millions of people in New York City and a large swath of the northeastern U.S. were stuck at home under road travel bans and blizzard warnings Monday as heavy snow and strong winds intensified, creating whiteout conditions in the densely populated region. Snow fell at a rate of 2 to 3 inches (5 […]
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Police top firefighters 5-2 in Aquidneck Island Guns ‘N Hoses charity hockey game, raising record funds for Portsmouth family
Local police officers skated past their firefighter rivals 5-2 Sunday in the 2026 Aquidneck Island Guns ‘N Hoses charity hockey game, held at St. George’s School — claiming their fifth championship in the annual event. But organizers say the real victory belonged to the Milici family. The game raised funds for Mary Jane “MJ” Milici […]
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Jaylen Brown, Payton Pritchard lead Celtics past Lakers 111-89 for a season sweep of this rivalry
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Jaylen Brown had 32 points, eight rebounds and seven assists, and the Boston Celtics swept the season series in the NBA’s most storied rivalry with a 111-89 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday night. Payton Pritchard scored 30 points with six 3-pointers and eight assists for the Celtics, who have […]
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Obituary: Maria Evarista Pereira
Maria Evarista Pereira, 87, of Middletown, Rhode Island, died on February 19, 2026. She was the wife of the late Manuel I. Pereira. Born in Faial, Azores on September 17, 1938, She was the daughter of the late Manuel and Evarista (Mourais) Neves. She moved to Rhode Island in 1967 with 3 young children. She […]
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Dockery scores 19 as La Salle knocks off Rhode Island 59-46
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Rob Dockery had 19 points in La Salle’s 59-46 win over Rhode Island on Saturday. Dockery also contributed 15 rebounds for the Explorers (8-19, 4-10 Atlantic 10 Conference). Ashton Walker scored 18 points while going 6 of 12 (4 of 5 from 3-point range) and added 10 rebounds. The win broke a […]
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Dr. Michael Fine: What’s crazy about paying for medical school
Before I describe the incredible cost of medical school, I want to mention how I paid for my medical education. I didn’t. You did, and I am very grateful for that. Like about 1800 other American medical students in 1979, I was lucky enough to get a National Health Corps Scholarship, which paid my tuition, […]
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Portsmouth home sells for $6.6 million, marking second highest sale on record in the town
A waterfront estate in Portsmouth has sold for $6,600,000, marking the second highest sale on record in the town and the highest since 2023, according to data from the Multiple Listing Service. The property at 272 Carnegie Harbor Drive, located within the gates of the Aquidneck Club, was announced Friday by Mott & Chace Sotheby’s […]
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Home of the Week: A Classic Cape near Vernon Park. 23 Livingston Place, Middletown.
Every market cycle changes what buyers value most. During the height of Covid, many homebuyers actively sought projects. They had the time, the energy, and often the financial flexibility to take on renovations. “Buy the worst house in the best neighborhood” was more than a strategy. It was almost a badge of honor. Today, the […]
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‘Love Story’ is revealing just how much Carolyn Bessette Kennedy’s style has endured
By TRACEE M. HERBAUGH Associated Press Grainy paparazzi shots on social media show her hailing a cab in a black slip dress. Walking the streets of New York in an oversize coat. Wearing that signature red lipstick. Nearly three decades after her death at age 33, Carolyn Bessette Kennedy is back in the spotlight as […]
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When Rhode Island shooter started firing, bystanders jumped into action to end the carnage
By MICHAEL CASEY and KIMBERLEE KRUESI Associated Press PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Sitting in the stands at a hockey game, Michael Black heard what he thought was popping balloons before quickly realizing it was gunfire. As dozens of people rushed out of the Rhode Island arena, Black told his wife to “run, run” and then lunged […]