Obituary: Donald James Podesla (1952-2026)
Donald James Podesla, 73, a devoted father, mentor and friend to many, passed away March 17, 2026, in Newport, Rhode Island. Born September 13, 1952,...
Rhode Island Lawmakers Advance Clergy Abuse Bills, Tougher Criminal Penalties
The Rhode Island House and Senate moved quickly this week on a range of bills targeting child safety, clergy abuse and public protection. The House...
‘Sex and the City’ and ‘The Gilded Age’ Star Cynthia Nixon Coming to The Breakers April 26th
Award-winning actor Cynthia Nixon will headline a special conversation event at The Breakers on Sunday, April 26, as HBO’s The Gilded Age is currently...
Tall Ships, Fireworks and 250 Boats: America’s 250th Jubilee Sail Is Taking Over Newport on June 5th
NEWPORT, R.I. — Three iconic vessels — Tabor Boy, Intrepid and Temptation — are set to lead a fleet of up to 250 boats...
Obituary: Marion Patricia “Patsy” Robertson (1940-2026)
Marion Patricia "Patsy" Robertson of 41 William Street passed away on March 30, 2026. Born in Newport, August 26, 1940 to the late John...
Newport Hospital to Keep Birthing Center Open, Launches Push for $4.9M in Annual Funding
NEWPORT, R.I. — Newport Hospital announced Friday that its Noreen Stonor Drexel Birthing Center will remain open following a comprehensive review, an independent assessment...
Obituary: William Lawrence “Rusty” Leahy Jr. (1953-2026)
William Lawrence Leahy Jr., 73, a lifelong resident of Newport, Rhode Island, passed away following an extended illness on March 31, 2026.
Known to many...
Sardella’s Throwback Thursdays Return This April With 1980 Prices
A beloved Newport tradition is back. Sardella's Ristorante Italiano and Imbriglio’s Pizzeria will host five Throwback Thursday nights this April — April 2, 9, 16,...
New York, Rhode Island Rank High in Tax Burden as Florida Remains Among Lowest
As tax season arrives, a new analysis shows just how much where you live impacts how much you pay — and Rhode Island isn’t...
Obituary: Roger M. Dufour (1946-2026)
Roger M. Dufour, 79, of Portsmouth died peacefully on March 26, 2026 at Rhode Island Hospital after a short illness. Beloved husband, father, and...
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