Newport Rhode Island
“Bike the Beach New England” raises nearly $300K for autism programs
NEWPORT, R.I. — Cyclists from across the region gathered at King’s Park last Saturday for the annual Bike the Beach New England ride, an event...
The Kennedy Wedding in Newport: A look back at September 12, 1953
NEWPORT, R.I. — Remembering the Kennedy Wedding in Newport: Today marks the anniversary of the wedding of John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline Bouvier,...
R.I. Assistant AG gets 6-month unpaid leave after viral Newport arrest
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Rhode Island Special Assistant Attorney General Devon Flanagan has been placed on six months of unpaid leave following her arrest...
Maria Sharapova inducted into the Tennis Hall of Fame
NEWPORT, R.I. — Maria Sharapova was officially inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame Class of 2025 in Newport, Rhode Island. The...
Historic Newport mansions featured in The Gilded Age on HBO
NEWPORT, R.I. — Did you know multiple Newport Mansions are featured in The Gilded Age on HBO? The Gilded Age is an American...
Rhode Island assistant AG arrested in Newport last week
NEWPORT, R.I. — Police have released body-worn camera footage from the arrest of a Rhode Island assistant attorney general for allegedly trespassing. Officers...
Rhode Island’s connection to the Victory Day kiss photograph
On August 14, 1945, George Mendonsa, a Newport native who later lived in Middletown, was photographed celebrating after Japan’s surrender was announced. The...
Newport marks anniversary of America’s first roller skating rink
On this day: America’s first roller skating rink opened in Newport, Rhode Island NEWPORT, R.I. — On August 11, 1866, Newport made history...
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An original Benny’s sign arrives at American Sign Museum
CINCINNATI, O.H. — A Benny’s beloved sign has officially found its new home at the American Sign Museum in Cincinnati, Ohio. After years...
