Newport expands parking benefits for residents

Newport Festivals Foundation launches charity license plate to support music education

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Ryan Belmore
May 20, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 7 minutes

Three free hours at metered spaces and free beach parking among new perks for local permit holders

Proceeds from $42.50 plates to fund free music lessons for Rhode Island students; 600 pre-orders needed before production

‘Primary Care in Rhode Island is in Imminent Danger’

Dr. Michael Fine, former director of the Rhode Island Department of Health, says “primary care in Rhode Island is in imminent danger.”

Middletown’s Nathan Sena claims $15,000 prize in APA 8-Ball Classic Championship

One of Rhode Island’s most famous restaurants has been damaged after a fire broke out early Tuesday morning.

The Boston Bruins have signed general manager Don Sweeney to a two-year contract extension, trusting him to rebuild the roster after the team missed the playoffs this season for the first time since 2016.

From modest beginnings to New England’s largest grape grower, winery celebrates with events and special releases

A New Hampshire town’s attempt to force a bakery to remove or alter its painting that shows sunbeams shining down on a mountain range of doughnuts, a muffin, a cinnamon roll and other pastries is unconstitutional, a judge ruled in a First Amendment dispute.

7,000 combat boots honor fallen heroes of Global War on Terror, with free admission May 23-26

Newport retail veteran Jay Lasky launches Big Weather Gear on Thames Street

Morning Notes: Robert McCall named new Middletown Fire Chief after national search

Plus: A look at what’s happening today in and around Newport.

As we head into Memorial Day Weekend, it’s clear the real estate market across Newport County is waking up. After a slow start to the year, we’re finally seeing some momentum and for buyers and sellers alike, it’s a good time to pay attention.

Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County, Rhode Island, this week and weekend.

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