The Newport City Council will convene in executive session Tuesday (July 1) to discuss compliance with the council’s rules of decorum, following a June 25 council meeting where a councilor’s conduct prompted a mid-meeting recess. The closed-door meeting is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. in the second-floor conference room at Newport City Hall. The council will […]
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What’s Up in Newport County this week and weekend: June 30 – July 6
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County, Rhode Island, this weekend, Monday, June 30 through Sunday, July 6. Are you organizing an event? Submit events to our community calendar. Monday, June 30 Things To Do 10 am: Free self-guided tours at Eisenhower House 3 pm: Jamestown Farmers Market at Jamestown Recreation Center 5 pm: ECO Fundraiser at […]
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Legislators strengthen access to shoreline rights of way
A pair of bills sponsored by Sen. Victoria Gu, Rep. Terri Cortvriend and Rep. Kathleen A. Fogarty to strengthen access to public rights of way to the shore have become law. One of the bills (2025-S 0716aa, 2025-H 6093Aaa) sets requirements that municipalities, private agencies and other organizations would have to follow before they could reduce or […]
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Princess June and Newport Classical artists to kick off 2025 NIMFest concert series on July 6
Mystic folk trio Princess June and Newport Classical Festival Artists will open the eight-week NIMFest summer concert series at King Park Gazebo on Sunday, July 6, from 3–6 p.m. The free, family-friendly event is presented thanks to a generous donation from the Hamilton Family Foundation, and produced by the New England Music Organization and North End Entertainment. The Newport-based […]
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Morning Notes: Newport to discuss Easton’s Beach future at final community workshop tonight
Good morning, Newport! Today is Monday, June 30, the 181st day of 2025. There are 184 days left in the year. 🚨 You need to know via City of Newport The City of Newport will conclude its comprehensive Easton’s Beach planning process tonight with a virtual community meeting designed to chart the popular shoreline destination’s […]
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Experience shines alongside the Brightwork at 2025 Tiedemann Regatta
Photos: Stuart Streuli / New York Yacht Club A century ago, R Class yachts were the sports cars of the yachting world, sleek and low to the ground, nimble in the corners and quick around the course, and, above all, demanding to drive. A century later they still are, at least in the eyes of […]
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Morning Notes: New bio-absorption garden unveiled at Marble House
Good morning, Newport! Today is Sunday, June 29, the 180th day of 2025. There are 185 days left in the year. 🚨 You need to know A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held in the southwest corner of the Marble House visitor parking lot Friday to unveil a new bio-absorption garden. A project of Scenic Aquidneck (The Preservation […]
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Morning Notes: Newport Pride Festival & Parade celebrates ‘Joy Is Resistance’ today
Good morning, Newport! Today is Saturday, June 28, the 179th day of 2025. There are 186 days left in the year. 🚨 You need to know The streets of downtown Newport will be filled with rainbow colors and celebration today as the city hosts its annual Pride Festival & Parade, themed “Joy Is Resistance.” The […]
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Marking The Landscape: Saluting Newport’s Black & Indigenous history one century at a time
Sharing Rhode Island’s Untold History at the Newport Public Library We’re incredibly fortunate to have the Newport Public Library at the heart of our city – a vibrant and accessible space for learning for all ages and interests. In honor of Juneteenth two weeks ago, the Newport Library staff invited me to speak about the […]
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What’s new in Newport this Summer: HBO’s “The Gilded Age” returns, French cuisine flourishes, sporting history is made, and more
By Discover Newport Newport is turning up the heat this summer with a bold blend of historic grandeur, culinary creativity, and must-see events. From exclusive tours inside the mansions featured in HBO’s The Gilded Age to the return of a groundbreaking women’s tennis tournament, Newport promises a season unlike any other. Whether you’re drawn to […]
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Discover the world of “Ham” Radio: We’ll get you on the air
By Newport County Radio Club Join the Newport County Radio Club for an exciting weekend of exploring local, regional, and global communication at the annual Field Day event! Taking place Saturday, June 28th and Sunday, June 29th at Glen Park, Gilbert Barker Road, in Portsmouth, this event is a good opportunity to experience the world […]
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Letter to the Editor: Why I voted against Newport’s budget and the accompanying property tax increase
If you attended or watched the June 25th City Council meeting, you know we held the second reading of the FY26 budget. The budget passed, and taxes will increase. I want to take a moment to explain why I voted against the budget and the accompanying property tax increase. First, I want to commend the […]
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Dr. Michael Fine: What’s crazy about paying $10 per month for primary care
First, the good news: kudos to our legislature for focusing on primary care. Thanks to the work of Senator Pam Luria, Speaker Joe Shekarchi, Senate President Valarie Lawson, Attorney General Peter Neronha and many many others, some critical primary care bills – funding a new family medicine residency for Woonsocket, improving primary care reimbursement under Medicaid by […]
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Gerry Goldstein: Some oddball nicknames updated on diamond
Baseball great Shoeless Joe Jackson made news recently when he and others who had been banned from the sport for life were posthumously reinstated by Commissioner Rob Manfred. That makes Jackson eligible for the Baseball Hall of Fame. Whether he gets in – his .356 career batting average puts him fourth among all-time leaders – […]
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Morning Notes: Four Island high schools unite for 60th class reunion celebration
Good morning, Newport! Today is Friday, June 27, the 178th day of 2025. There are 187 days left in the year. 🚨 You need to know Graduates from four Aquidneck Island high schools will come together this August to celebrate their 60th class reunion, marking six decades since the Class of 1965 walked across their […]
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Preservation Society kicks off the Newport social calendar with “fairyland” Flower Show
Preservation Society’s Flower Show officially launched Newport’s fashionable social scene last weekend with a kaleidoscope of color and creativity that took over Rosecliff mansion on Bellevue Ave. The Newport Flower Show: “A Floral Fair” was blessed with glorious weather all weekend and crowds flocked to view the creative selections that represented a joie de vivre […]
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Obituary: Darleen McKay
Darleen Ann McKay, 82, of Middletown, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 27, 1942 in Jamestown, RI to the late Anthony and Virgina DeTerra. Darleen was the wife of the late William J. McKay for 32 years. Darleen was the heart of her family […]
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Obituary: Paul Dutra
Paul C. Dutra, 83, a lifelong resident of Middletown, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2025 in the house that he built 53 years ago. He was the beloved husband of Diane (McGee) Dutra, with whom he shared nearly 58 years of marriage. Born in Newport, RI, on December 15, 1941, Paul was […]
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Obituary: Beverly Pyne
It is with great sadness that we share the news of the peaceful passing of Beverly S. Pyne, most recently of Bristol, and previously of Tiverton. Bev was the daughter of Leon and Carolyn Johnson, and was raised in Melrose, MA. She earned her Associate’s Degree at Burdett Junior College and worked as a secretary […]
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Wayfinder Newport celebrates Independence Day with $17.76 room rate
Wayfinder Newport is offering a special deal for Independence Day, with rooms available for just $17.76 per night. This offer is part of Benchmark Resorts & Hotels’ Independent Hotel Sale. The promotion runs from June 27 to July 11, 2025, and includes over 35 Benchmark properties. Evan Crawford, VP of Marketing at Benchmark Resorts & […]
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Assault weapons ban signed into law
Legislation approved by the General Assembly to ban certain military-style weapons in Rhode Island has been signed into law. “This bill is the result of many, many years of advocacy, work and collaboration. Polls show that almost two-thirds of Rhode Islanders support banning assault-style weapons in our state. We all know the impact they’ve had […]
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Morning Notes: Portsmouth Library to host informal q&a for new PHS families
Good morning, Newport! Today is Thursday, June 26, the 177th day of 2025. There are 188 days left in the year. 🚨 You need to know The Portsmouth Free Public Library will welcome families new to Portsmouth High School at an informal question-and-answer session on Monday, July 7, at 6 p.m. The event, designed for […]
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Newport Folk Festival announces All-Star Softball Game Fundraiser
Newport Folk Festival is spicing things up for 2025 with a new all-star softball game featuring festival artists. Set for July 24 at Cardines Field, the game will run from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. This isn’t just about fun and games – the softball match aims to raise funds for Newport Festivals Foundation’s local […]
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World Café event fosters connection and community engagement in Newport
On Wednesday, June 18, an intergenerational group of 25 people gathered at Salve Regina University to engage in meaningful conversations at a World Café hosted by RENEWport and The David and Carolyn Brodsky Chair in U.S. Constitutional Culture and Democracy. Gene Thompson-Grove, facilitator and transformational learning coach, moderated the event. Participants focused on a series of […]
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Community unites for ‘Portsmouth Strong’ fundraiser to support victims of tragedy at Portuguese American Citizens Club
The Four Hearts Foundation is proud to announce “Portsmouth Strong”, a community fundraiser event taking place on Tuesday, July 22 at 5:30 PM at Green Valley Country Club. They have graciously provided the venue and food for a community sphaghetti dinner. This heartfelt evening will raise critical funds to support the victims of the recent tragedy at the Portsmouth Portuguese […]