Tuesday, March 11, 2025

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Bills that would raise the minimum wage for most workers to $20 an hour in five years, and others that would double the minimum wage for tipped workers are winding their way through the state legislature. What’sUpNewp’s Frank Prosnitz has the story. Read More

Over the past week, 15 homes closed across Jamestown, Middletown, Newport, Portsmouth, and Tiverton. What’sUpNewp’s Tyler Bernadyn with a look at what sold. Read More

Newport’s 69th Annual Newport Saint Patrick’s Day Parade will take place on Saturday. What’sUpNewp’s Ryan Belmore has a full rundown of all the events, live music, and entertainment happening this week and weekend around Newport. Round Up

Traffic delays are expected on West Main Road in Middletown today from 7 am to 3 pm due to road work in the Rogers Lane area, according to Middletown Police. Visit https://mdl.town/MPD for more information.

Reminder for Newport parents - there will be no school for Newport Public Schools on Wednesday as it is a teacher professional development day.

Bills that would raise the minimum wage for most workers to $20 an hour in five years, and others that would double the minimum wage for tipped workers are winding their way through the state legislature.

Over the past week, 15 homes closed across Jamestown, Middletown, Newport, Portsmouth, and Tiverton, further reinforcing the steady demand for housing in our coastal communities.

Organized by Newport natives Laden Valley, this special evening will bring together close friends and fellow musicians for a night of unforgettable performances.

The legislators said they introduced the resolutions on behalf of many constituents who have expressed their concerns and fears about the scale of the president’s attacks on important institutions.

Newport’s 69th Annual Newport Saint Patrick’s Day Parade is here!

Today, the Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce announced the appointment of the newest member of their team, Olya Myers, as the Innovate Newport Community Manager.  

CEO Nicholas Scorch defends rapid expansion, citing preservation of local favorites and improved operational efficiency as key motivators behind acquisitions

The Republican action specifically sought to stop lawsuits brought by California, Connecticut, Minnesota, New Jersey and Rhode Island.

The Newport Police Department has provided the following arrest and dispatch logs from 7 am on March 7 through 7 am on March 10, 2025.

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ecoRI News: Legislation Seeks to Protect Rhode Islanders’ Rights to Clean, Healthy Environment

The Boston Globe: In the early 1800s, Black women ‘luminaries’ lit Newport’s streets. One woman is looking to rekindle that legacy.

WJAR: Newport combats St. Patrick's Day DUIs with return of free ride program