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Offshore wind turbines rising from the ocean off Rhode Island’s coast

Trump Administration Puts Offshore Wind On Hold, Citing Pentagon Warnings

“North Providence Police Department renews appeal for information in the unsolved murder of Claire Grady Flynn.”

Two Years Later, Police Renew Call for Help in Unsolved North Providence Murder

Shannon M. Dixon Obituary

Obituary: Shannon M. Dixon (1980-2025)

Acoustic music performance filmed inside Marble House for Newport Mansions’ Sessions series

Newport Mansions Launches ‘Sessions’ Music Video Series Inside Historic Estates

Daytime exterior of The Quencher with signage visible

Audrain’s Heritage Restaurant Group Buys The Quencher on Long Wharf

No Safety Net: Inside the World of Newport Native Mikey Millionaire

Claudio Manuel Neves Valente, identified by authorities as the suspect in the Brown University and MIT shootings

Claudio Manuel Neves Valente Identified as Shooter in Brown University, MIT Shootings; Found Dead of Apparent Self-Inflicted Gunshot

Green Light from D.C.: Trump’s Executive Order Advances Cannabis Rescheduling, a Promising Shift for Rhode Islanders

Middletown Town Hall ceremony honoring holiday card art contest winners

Middletown Announces Winners of 2025 Holiday Card Art Contest

Providence police released a map showing areas tied to a person of interest in the Brown University shooting and are asking the public for video footage.

Providence Police Request Video From Areas Shown on Map in Brown University Shooting

Portrait of Joseph “Joe” T. O’Connor, U.S. Air Force veteran and Newport native who served in Korea and Vietnam

Obituary: Joseph “Joe” T. O’Connor (1929-2025)

Second individual sought by police in Brown University mass shooting investigation

Police Seek Help Identifying Second Individual in Brown University Mass Shooting Investigation

Sachuest Beach Christmas Tree

The 15 Greatest Christmas Songs Of All-Time: The Ultimate Holiday Playlist

Michael “Mike” Manville of Newport Rhode Island

Obituary: Michael Manville (1979-2025)

“USCGC Eagle sailing under full rigging on approach to Newport Harbor, 295-foot Coast Guard tall ship with 23 sails visible.”

‘America’s Tall Ship’ Eagle Will Make 2026 Port Call in Newport, R.I.

Ribbon-cutting ceremony at Newport Hospital’s new Nolan Adolescent Behavioral Health Unit

Newport Hospital Unveils New Behavioral Health Unit for Teens Amid Rising Mental Health Needs

Newport Police Dog Bo Swearing In

Newport Police Heighten Security Following Brown University and Bondi Beach Mass Shootings

Portrait of Sharon Ann Dwyer, 77, of Middletown, Rhode Island.

Obituary: Sharon Dwyer (1948-2025)

FBI Offers $50,000 Reward as New Videos Emerge of Brown University Mass Shooting Suspect

Portrait of David Robert Carlin, Jr., longtime Rhode Island educator and state senator.

Obituary: David Robert Carlin, Jr. (1938-2025)

Photo of Mukhammad Aziz Umurzokov, the 18-year-old Brown University freshman identified as the second victim in the campus shooting.

‘Incredibly Kind and Smart’: 18-Year-Old Freshman Mukhammad Aziz Umurzokov Identified as Second Victim in Brown University Shooting

Exterior view of Brown & Howard Wharf luxury waterfront residences

Front-Row Harbor Living — Luxury Waterfront Residence at Brown & Howard Wharf Lists for $3,450,000

Portrait of Brown University student Ella Cook, identified as first victim in campus shooting

‘A Bright Light’: Ella Cook, 19, a Sophomore from Alabama Identified as First Victim in Brown University Shooting

Aerial view of Diego’s Cantina and Rejects Beer Co. properties on Easton Pond in Middletown.

Two Middletown Favorites — Rejects Beer Co. and Diego’s Cantina — Hit the Market for $4.2 Million

Portrait of Steven G. Cundy smiling, representing his warm and welcoming spirit.

Obituary: Steven G. Cundy (1953-2025)

A classic coastal cottage overlooking Round Pond in Little Compton with ocean and lighthouse views.

Residential Properties Sells Classic Round Pond Cottage for $2.13 Million in Little Compton

Navy Band Northeast performing festive holiday music on stage

Get Ready to Jingle: Navy Band Northeast to Host Free Public Holiday Concert at Pennfield School

President Trump and Michael and Susan Dell announce $6.25 billion commitment for Trump Accounts.

Trump Joins the Dells to Announce $6.25 Billion Historic Gift for Newborn Savings Accounts

Rhode Island–mandated 3x4 foot speed-camera warning sign showing “Photo Enforcement” and “Violations May Be Prosecuted,” similar to the signs required for Ruggles Avenue.

Newport City Manager Kennedy Tries to Revive Ruggles Speed Cameras Despite Only 1.72% of Drivers “Speeding”

"Police cruiser with flashing lights during a nighttime DUI traffic stop in Rhode Island over Thanksgiving weekend."

54 Busted for DUI in Rhode Island Over Thanksgiving Weekend

"Constantine Costa (Gus) Gianetis smiling in his obituary photo"

Constantine “Costa (Gus)” Gianetis (1942-2025)

“Fostering the Future Red Room with blue butterfly Christmas display.”

Home Is Where the Heart Is: First Lady Melania Trump Debuts Festive 2025 White House Christmas Theme

“Maurice Taylor behind the bar at The Brenton Hotel’s Living Room, smiling while preparing a cocktail.”

What She’s Having: At The Brenton Hotel’s Living Room Bar, Beloved Maurice Taylor Steers the Ship

Traffic camera at Hillside Avenue and Admiral Kalbfus Road in Newport, Rhode Island

Newport’s Automated Traffic Camera Program Under Fire After Court Delays and Compliance Questions

The Votta, Restrepo, Buroker, and Borton family

Buzzing Around Newport: Turkey Day Tradition Hits 40 — The Pie Run Just Keeps Getting Sweeter

Hydroponic growing beds inside Emmanuel Church producing fresh greens for the MLK Center.

Emmanuel Church Unveils New Pollinator Garden to Boost Food Security and Community Access

Rogers High School exterior amid multiple student assault arrests

Newport Police Make Third and Fourth Arrests in Multiple Assaults on Rogers High School Special Needs Student

Cash courier suspect detained in Rhode Island elder fraud case

Cops Nab Indian National Accused of Preying on Newport Senior in $385K Fraud Plot

Rogers High School Football player assaulting special needs student in the locker room

Rogers High Football Player Seen Beating Special Needs Student in Shock Video

Bette Reed and Frank Newsome

Buzzing Around Newport: NPEF Honors Teachers, Partners, and Local Changemakers

Roger Federer celebrates a Grand Slam victory — now nominated for the International Tennis Hall of Fame Class of 2026

Roger Federer to Be Inducted Into International Tennis Hall of Fame in 2026

Visitors stroll under millions of colorful holiday lights at Roger Williams Park Zoo during the Holiday Lights Spectacular in Providence, Rhode Island.

Holiday Lights Spectacular Returns to Roger Williams Park Zoo November 28th

Ballet Rhode Island dancers perform The Nutcracker on stage at The Vets in Providence, surrounded by festive holiday scenery.

Ballet Rhode Island Brings Holiday Magic with Annual ‘Nutcracker’ at The Vets

Joe’s American Bistro in Newport — the latest local landmark to be snapped up by Audrain’s growing restaurant empire.

Audrain’s Nick Schorsch Tightens His Grip on Newport — Jo’s American Bistro the Latest to Fall