Gary Huntress, Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Machine Learning (ML) subject matter expert in the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport Undersea Warfare Platforms and Payload Integration Department, and retired employee John DiMaio, project and design engineer/architect in the Corporate Operations Department, recently earned Department of the Navy Meritorious Civilian Service Awards, the third highest honorary civilian […]
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School regionalization faces critical votes on Monday
Newport and Middletown are moving closer to a school regionalization vote, but considerable work must be done for the proposal to go to voters in both communities in November. The Newport City Council was expected to vote on a document that would have approved sending a request to the state legislature for permission to include […]
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City of Newport: Workshop aims to address park use & safety
The Newport Tree and Open Space Commission will be holding a special workshop in the Program Room of the Newport City Library on Thursday, May 19 from 4:30 pm to 7 p.m. to hear from residents about how to improve the use and enjoyment of the City’s open space network. The City’s park system comprises […]
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Six Picks Events: What’s Up in RI this weekend (May 13-15)
Finally, some warm weather is on the way. If forecasters get it right, you’ll be wanting to turn on the AC by Saturday! Here are some cool events happening statewide … have a great weekend! Friday: That said … It will be a perfect night for a Waterfire in downtown Providence. This weekend, its a […]
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Newport Weather Forecast for Thursday, May 12
According to the latest forecast from the National Weather Service, today it will be mostly cloudy, with a high near 69 degrees. 7 Day Forecast The following is the National Weather Service 7-day weather forecast, centered on Newport State Airport; Today: A slight chance of showers before 7am. Areas of fog before 10am. Otherwise, mostly cloudy, […]
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International Tennis Hall of Fame’s Road to Newport video series to feature Lleyton Hewitt
Class of 2021 inductee Lleyton Hewitt will be featured in this year’s Road to Newport video series produced by the International Tennis Hall of Fame ahead of his induction celebrations in July, the International Tennsi Hall of Fame announced today. Documenting Hewitt’s journey from his childhood in Adelaide, Australia to his Hall of Fame achievements, the nine-part series will feature […]
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Sail Newport opens Harbor Classroom for Pell students
“They can’t wait to get on the water,” says Kevin Bolano, a fourth-grade teacher at Pell Elementary School ” The spring semester of the Sail Newport Pell School Science and Sailing Program started last week with two fourth grade classes arriving by school bus to the Sailing Center in Fort Adams on May 3. The remaining […]
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Pop-up picnic businesses prove they have staying power
These three female-owned businesses are proving they’re much more than a pandemic trend.
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Obituary: Aaron Lee Davis
Aaron Lee Davis, 55, of Rhode Island Ave., Newport RI, passed away on April 14, 2022, in the loving arms of his wife, Soad (Mahir) after a heroic six-year battle with cancer (uveal melanoma). He was born on October 16, 1966, at Kent County Hospital, Warwick, RI. Besides his wife, he is survived by his […]
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Weather Forecast for Monday, May 2
According to the latest forecast from the National Weather Service, today we’ll see some rain, with a high near 52 degrees. Newport RI forecast 7 Day Forecast The following is the National Weather Service 7-day weather forecast, centered on Newport State Airport; Today: Rain, mainly after 3pm. High near 52. Light east wind becoming southeast 5 […]
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Weather: Today, Tonight & Tomorrow’s Weather Forecast for Newport, RI
Here’s the latest weather forecast for Newport. newport weather information Here’s the latest from the National Weather Service; Today: Mostly sunny, with a high near 56. North wind 8 to 11 mph. Tonight: Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming clear, with a low around 40. South wind around 5 mph becoming light and variable. Sunday: Sunny, with a high […]
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Hybrid school unification talks advance
About a month ago, Middletown announced it was working with the City of Newport to potentially unify schools systems — with caveats. Since then, it’s largely been radio silence on the ambitious hybrid plan — at least publicly. But behind the scenes, local officials have been busy lining up the pieces to get everything ready […]
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Newport County Weather: Forecast for April 29
According to the latest forecast from the National Weather Service, today will be cloudy, with a high near 56 degrees. 7 Day Forecast The following is the National Weather Service 7-day weather forecast, centered on Newport State Airport; Special Weather Statement Today: Increasing clouds, with a high near 56. Northwest wind 15 to 18 mph, with […]
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Climate change, a threat to local tourism
Climate change, with its rising and warming seas, more frequent and severe storms, poses an increasing threat to shoreline tourism communities, like Newport and Rhode Island’s south coast, according to a leading Rhode Island tourism official. “People are drawn to the water,” says Evan Smith, executive director of Discover Newport, and a 30- year veteran […]
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Highest-rated museums in Rhode Island, according to Tripadvisor
Museums are one of the most important institutions in any country. They don’t just show us our past, they contextualize it—allowing visitors to better understand cultures and ourselves. Good museum displays lead to reflection, generate ideas, and create a sense of appreciation for who has come before. In many towns and cities, museums are jewels […]
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NUWC Division Newport to hold hiring event for STEM, information technology careers on May 14
NEWPORT, R.I. – Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport will hold a hiring event for science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) and information technology (IT) careers on Saturday, May 14, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The in-person event will be held in Building 80 located on Defense Highway, just outside of NUWC’s main gate. […]
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Newport’s paid parking season begins on May 1
The City of Newport’s paid parking season returns on Sunday, May 1. Newport’s parking meter program will certainly look different this paid parking season. New In 2022 The City has partnered with LAZ Parking and Flowbird Group to introduce a pay-by-plate parking system. The system will eliminate the City’s single-space parking meters, that the City says have reached their […]
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City of Newport to kick off its budget process
The City’s annual budget process is slated to get underway this week with the first of a series of planned budget workshops scheduled to take place on Tuesday, April 26th at 5:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber. The proposed FY2023 Budget, which can be found on the City’s website at www.CityofNewport.com/Budget, was presented to the […]
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Race For Ukraine to be held around Conanicut Island on June 4
The International Twelve Metre Association (ITMA), in full support of the people of Ukraine and in solidarity with our Northern Europe 12mR fleet, is honored to endorse RACE FOR UKRAINE, a fundraising regatta around Conanicut Island, coordinated by the 12 Metre Yacht Club Newport Station to be held on June 4, 2022. International 12mR fleet gathered at recent World Championships […]
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Weather forecast for April 25
According to the latest forecast from the National Weather Service, today will be mostly sunny, with a high near 56 degrees. 7 Day Forecast The following is the National Weather Service 7-day weather forecast, centered on Newport State Airport; Today: Mostly sunny, with a high near 56. Light and variable wind becoming southeast 5 to 10 […]
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NPT HAUS diversifies Newport music scene with high-energy techno
Earlier this year, local cousins and house music enthusiasts Katie Marie Benisch-Egan (she/her) and Kelsey Morgan (she/her) launched NPT HAUS, an event production company focused on building an inclusive community grounded in a love of house and techno music. Their first dance parties at Bar and Board Bistro’s Leopard Lounge this winter were a smashing […]
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Obituary: Michael Brien Grassley
Michael Grassley, age 61, of Plainfield, Connecticut, passed away at home on April 7, 2022. Michael was born in Providence, RI to Richard and Marie (Canard) Grassley. He worked as a roofing contractor for many years in the New England area. Michael enjoyed camping, nature and animals. He was a sports and racing fan too. […]
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A nontraditional path leads NUWC Division Newport marine scientist to rewarding career
Story by Public Affairs Office , Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport NEWPORT, R.I. – Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport marine scientist Natasha Dickenson, who works in the Environmental Branch of the Corporate Operations Department, is proof that not all successful careers take traditional paths. During a virtual presentation on March 24 to students in […]
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Newport City Council, School Committee to host a joint workshop on school budget
Members of the Newport City Council and the Newport School Committee will host a joint session workshop on Thursday, April 28. The meeting set for 5:30 pm in the Council Chambers at City Hall will be focused on the school budget. The workshop is open to the public via in-person attendance, WebEx, and by phone. […]
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Newport International Boat Show names The Better Bay Alliance its 2022 Charitable Partner
Newport Exhibition Group announced today that the 51st Annual Newport International Boat Show presented by BankNewport, Charitable Partner is The Better Bay Alliance. The organization will receive a $1,000 donation, complimentary exhibit space at the event, and the opportunity to educate and share information regarding its important mission. The Show will be held September 15 through 18, […]