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    Portsmouth Pizzeria Manager Arrested for Hidden Camera in Restaurant Restroom

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    Obituary: Alexander Novick (1986-2025)

    Richard Koziara, Bob Johnson, Jessica O’Neill, and Debbie O’Neill Johnson.

    Buzzing Around Newport: 250 Years of Honor, Courage, and Commitment Celebrated at Cappy’s

Portrait of Moira Houlihan

Community Rallies to Help Newport Nurse Moira Houlihan in Need of Kidney Transplant

TreVeyon Henderson Scores Three Touchdowns as Patriots Defeat Jets for Eighth Straight Win

TreVeyon Henderson Scores Three Touchdowns as Patriots Defeat Jets For Eighth Straight Win

Fresh produce and pantry staples available for pickup at St. Joseph’s Church, Newport

What She’s Having: Food Assistance – Where to Go, How to Give

Richard Koziara, Bob Johnson, Jessica O’Neill, and Debbie O’Neill Johnson.

Buzzing Around Newport: 250 Years of Honor, Courage, and Commitment Celebrated at Cappy’s

Aerial view of Bonniecrest Manor overlooking Newport Harbor

A Historic Jewel on Newport Harbor — Renovated Bonniecrest Manor Residence Lists for $2,800,000

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Senator Reed Presents Local Vietnam Veteran with Combat Action Ribbon

Alexander Novick Obituary photo

Obituary: Alexander Novick (1986-2025)

IHOP Middletown A-frame exterior under renovation in Rhode Island

Middletown’s IHOP — the Oldest in New England — Begins Major Renovation and Expansion

Mugshot of Michael Boone, 29, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, arrested in hidden camera investigation.

Portsmouth Pizzeria Manager Arrested for Hidden Camera in Restaurant Restroom

President John F. Kennedy delivering a speech at the podium during a public address.

Netflix Announces ‘Kennedy’ — A New Series About America’s Most Storied Political Dynasty

Rocky Point Chowder House store front display inside Warwick Mall food court

Taste of Old Rhode Island: Rocky Point Chowder House Coming to Warwick Mall

41 Castle Hill Avenue Newport RI

“Castleberry,” a Coastal Retreat on Newport’s Ocean Drive, Hits the Market for $10.5 Million

Hundreds of plungers racing into the icy Atlantic at Easton’s Beach during the Polar Plunge.

Dive In for a Cause: A Wish Come True Kicks Off 2026 with 22nd Annual Easton’s Beach Polar Plunge

Todd Brundage Obituary Photo

Obituary: Todd Brundage (1965-2025)

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Atlantic Shark Institute Tags 50th Great White Shark in Rhode Island Waters

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Three Newport Residents Among Five Rescued After Sailboat Sinks Off Cape Hatteras

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What She’s Having: A Slow Burn Toward Winter — Cozy Fall Dining at Wharf Southern Kitchen

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Obituary: Florence Archambault (1930-2025)

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Private Michael G. Murphy Field to Be Re-Dedicated in Newport on Saturday

Exterior front view of 18 Collins Terrace, Jamestown, RI, a mid-century modern home designed by Ira Rakatansky.

Mid-Century Modern Revival — 1971 Ira Rakatansky Masterpiece in Jamestown Lists for $2,950,000

U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Campbell returns to Naval Station Newport after a 54-day border security patrol in the Caribbean.

Coast Guard Cutter Campbell Returns to Newport After 54-Day Patrol

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Federal Judges Order Trump Administration to Keep SNAP Benefits Flowing During Shutdown

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Rhode Island Housing Market: Still Hot – But Softening Signals for Sellers and Buyers

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Chairmen Abney and DiPalma honored by Preservation Society of Newport County

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Ambassador J. William Middendorf II, Diplomat, Naval Secretary, and Rhode Island Statesman, Dies at 101

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Audrain Empire Expands Again — Schorsch Reels In Thames Street’s Scales & Shells

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Obituary: W. Patricia “Pat” McMahon (1936-2025)

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Japanese taiko drummers perform during the Japan America Friendship Festival in Newport’s Touro Park.

Newport to Welcome Shimoda Delegation Months After Rogue Council Faction Tried to Kill Program

Rhode Island Tourism impact 2024

Rhode Island Tourism Hits Record 29.4 Million Visitors in 2024, Generating $6 Billion in Spending

New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye celebrates after breaking Tom Brady’s franchise record during a 31–13 win over the Tennessee Titans.

Drake Maye Breaks Tom Brady Record as Patriots Roll Past Titans, 31–13

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What She’s Having: Meghan de La Valette’s Got More Than Just a Great Cocktail to Serve You

Exterior of Pivotal Brewing Company at 140 Broadway, Newport — the former Salvation Café location, now listed for sale.

Pivotal Brewing to Sell Newport Location on Broadway

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Middletown Installing Snow Fencing to Preserve Dunes at Second Beach

President Donald Trump speaks during a press event at the White House, warning that Boston could lose its 2026 FIFA World Cup matches due to safety concerns.

Trump Threatens to Yank Boston’s World Cup Matches Over ‘Unsafe Conditions’

President Donald Trump presents the Presidential Medal of Freedom posthumously to Charlie Kirk during a White House Rose Garden ceremony as Erika Kirk accepts the award.

Trump Remembers Charlie Kirk as ‘True American Hero’ During Medal of Freedom Ceremony

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Savannah Bananas Coming to Gillette Stadium in 2026

Aquidneck Island mourns beloved Middletown couple Tom and Aggie Perkins, remembered for their kindness and community spirit.

Tom and Aggie Perkins Killed Monday Morning After Plane Crashes Onto I-195 in Dartmouth

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Frosty Freez in Middletown Sold After 26 Seasons; Longtime Employee Takes Over Beloved Ice Cream Stand

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WARWICK, R.I. — A taste of Rhode Island nostalgia WARWICK, R.I. — A taste of Rhode Island nostalgia is coming to the Warwick Mall. The mall announced Wednesday that Rocky Point Chowder House will open in the food court in early December, bringing back the beloved flavors of the legendary Rocky Point amusement park, which closed in 1996. “For most Rhode Islanders, Rocky Point wasn’t just an amusement park, it was a part of growing up,” the mall said in a release. “From the smell of clam cakes wafting through the air to the unmistakable taste of that famous chowder, the park represented carefree summer days, and time spent with family and friends.” Mall General Manager Domenic Schiavone said the new restaurant aims to rekindle that local magic. “We’re thrilled to bring a piece of Rhode Island history home,” he said. The Rocky Point Chowder House will serve up the seaside classics that made the amusement park a summer staple — chowder, clam cakes, and plenty of memories — just in time for the holiday shopping rush. #rockypoint #rhodeisland #newportbuzz
Start 2026 with a splash that makes a difference. Start 2026 with a splash that makes a difference. A Wish Come True will host its 22nd Annual Freezin’ for a Reason Polar Plunge Challenge on New Year’s Day at Easton’s Beach, inviting thousands to dive into the Atlantic Ocean to help grant wishes for local children battling life-threatening illnesses. The plunge begins at noon on Jan. 1, with participants raising funds to support wish families across Rhode Island, Southeastern and Central Massachusetts, and Eastern Connecticut. Each dollar helps bring joy and relief to children facing medical challenges. “The Polar Plunge is always an amazing day full of hope and inspiration,” said A Wish Come True Executive Director Mary-Kate O’Leary. “When the community comes together to participate, it shows our wish families they are supported, loved, and never alone during this difficult time.” This year’s event highlights Nicholas, an 11-year-old from Jamestown who is bravely battling cancer. Between treatments at Hasbro Children’s and Boston Children’s hospitals, Nicholas dreams of a Celtics experience with his family — a wish A Wish Come True hopes to make happen. With more than 5,000 attendees expected, the annual plunge has become one of Rhode Island’s most beloved New Year’s Day traditions. Participants who raise $100 will receive a Polar Plunge hat, and those who raise $500 will earn a cozy hoodie as a thank-you. Whether you’re plunging solo, joining a team, or cheering from the shore, this frosty tradition is a chance to start the year by giving hope — and a few shivers — to children and families who need it most. Sign up online by Jan. 1, 2026, to participate. #newportri #newportbuzz
The U.S. Mint will strike its final circulating pe The U.S. Mint will strike its final circulating penny Wednesday, officially ending production of the one-cent coin after more than 230 years. President Donald Trump ordered the move earlier this year, calling the penny “wasteful” as production costs soared to nearly four cents per coin — more than triple its face value. The decision follows decades of debate over the coin’s usefulness in a cashless economy. “For far too long, the United States has minted pennies which literally cost us more than two cents,” Trump wrote on Truth Social in February. “This is so wasteful!” Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and U.S. Treasurer Brandon Beach will oversee the last minting at the Philadelphia facility, where pennies have been made since 1793 — a year after Congress passed the Coinage Act. The Treasury expects to save about $56 million annually in materials and production costs. Though production is ending, pennies will remain legal tender and continue to circulate for decades. The Treasury estimates roughly 300 billion pennies are still in existence, far more than needed for commerce. The decision aligns the U.S. with countries like Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, which have already phased out their smallest coins and round cash transactions to the nearest five cents. The penny, featuring President Abraham Lincoln’s profile since 1909, has long been a symbol of American thrift — but in an age dominated by digital payments, many see it as a relic of the past.
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