Newport This Week

A recently rebranded nonprofit organization hopes to inform and empower Newport residents. On June 17, the newly named Involve Newport announced a new leadership team and a new mission. Joe...

Memorial to Acknowledge Newport’s Slave Trade

Through the choice of materials, structure height and use of space, a local committee is hoping to highlight and create conversations regarding Newport’s prominent role in the transatlantic slave trade....

Newport Police Arrests Under Review by Attorney General

The Rhode Island attorney general’s office is conducting an official review of the arrest of two men by Newport police officers in front of the Newport Blues Café in the...

Welcome to All

The first of three sidewalks bordering Equality Park have been painted as a show of support for the LGBTQ+ community. In addition to the rainbow colors, black and brown blocks...

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OPINION

Onward, Upward and Seaward

Summer has flashed, like a bulb on a Pentax, But we write on, unabashed, and we use the best syntax....

Talk, They Hear You

To the Editor: Summer … long days at the beach, backyard barbecues, kicking back with family and friends, and for...

Educational Partners Went Above and Beyond

To the Editor: It’s that time of year again…the time when hard-working teachers and students recharge their batteries before another...

OBITUARIES

James A. Girr

James A. Girr (Jack), 79, of Newport died Tuesday, November...

NEWS BRIEFS

Police Report: May 30-June 5

Police Log During the period from Monday, May 30 through Sunday, June 05 the Newport Police Department responded to 477...

Learn to Play Bridge

The Viking Bridge Club will teach people to play bridge on Thursdays, from 12:15-3 p.m., starting June 16. Classes will...

Boys Lacrosse Camp

Salve Regina is offering a four-day, boys lacrosse camp June 27-30 at Gaudet Turf Field for second thru eighth graders....

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Election 2022

The following local candidates have filed their election intentions as of 4 p.m. today. They will have the opportunity in...

City Needs Input on School Regionalization

As you may have heard, throughout the summer, a specialized team will be studying how Newport and Middletown schools could...

Signature Gathering Event for Political Candidates

NDCC Invites Newport Voters and Candidates to Attend Signature Gathering EventNewport, RI – The Newport Democratic City Committee (NDCC) is...

Using Orbeez Gel Gun a Criminal Offense

“Orbeez Challenge” on TikTok New on TikTok the “Orbeez Challenge” which encourages participants to use toy guns to shoot at...

AROUND TOWN

City IT Shutdown Mystery Still Unresolved

The city of Newport still hasn’t restored an IT shutdown that has lasted nearly a month, affecting citywide business, communication,...

Spring Project Nears Funding Goal

With a $100,000 gift from Bank- Newport, the Newport Historic Spring Leadership Committee is getting closer to its fundraising target...

Revolution Commemorative Sites

In addition to maintaining William Ellery’s gravesite and the Green End Fort, the Sons of the Revolution have placed numerous...

Middletown Postpones Budget Adoption for Second Time

Citing uncertainty regarding the Middletown School Department’s finances, the Town Council has opted once again to temporarily stall passage of...

Where is it?

This week’s image depicts a famous tree; the residential neighborhood hasn’t changed too much. Note the milk carriage on the...

VIDEOS

Under the Hull

Brand new 11th Hour Racing Team documentary Under the Hull is now available on YouTube. Newport, Rhode Island, USA (June 15,...

Bermuda Race Sustainability Efforts

BERMUDA RACE GREEN TEAM FEATURES ‘E-STEWARDS’ IN BOOST TO SUSTAINABILITY EFFORTS Up to 50 sailors in the fleet will be...

Fire Damages Wayfinder Hotel

Firefighters from across Aquidneck Island were called in to battle a four-alarm fire that broke out on May 23 at...

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CELEBRATE! USA is 246 Years Young

ALN Rebrands as Involve Newport