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NEWPORT FIRE, POLICE SET TO ESCORT SANTA THROUGH NEWPORT’S NEIGHBORHOODS AGAIN THIS YEAR

Annual Santa’s Ride to Kick Off Tuesday, Dec. 12th
  
NEWPORT, R.I. (THURSDAY, NOV. 30, 2023) – With the holiday season officially upon us, the City of Newport is once again busy preparing for the return of Santa’s nightly rides.

Beginning Tuesday, Dec. 12th, Santa will be escorted by Newport’s Fire and Police Departments for his annual tour of Newport’s neighborhoods.
 

CITY SEEKS TO CRACK DOWN ON NOISE WITH A.I.

Innovative Noise Camera System Set to Debut Later This Year
 
NEWPORT, R.I. (WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2023) – In an effort to crack down on noise pollution, the City of Newport is preparing to deploy a first of its kind smart enforcement system that will be capable of identifying and capturing noise violations in real-time.
The system, which pairs the City’s existing traffic camera capabilities with new sound-detecting technology, is intended to help close an enforcement gap encountered by the City’s Police and Zoning officials while responding to suspected noise violations by providing the City with pinpointed real-time data on excessive and potentially harmful decibel levels.

Here's Where & How to Vote in the General Election

ELECTIONS NOTICE
 
ATTENTION NEWPORT RESIDENTS
 
NOTICE OF THE RI US CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT 1 SPECIAL GENERAL ELECTION
TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2023
POLLS WILL BE OPEN FROM 7:00 A.M. TO 8:00 P.M.

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  Calendar of Events

Planning Board Meeting

The Planning Board is the steward for the City's Comprehensive Plan, which sets the long-term goal for the City and is a key measure by which large development projects and zoning relief are evaluated. ​Read the agenda

Ad-Hoc Bridge Realignment Property Advisory Commission

The Ad-Hoc Bridge Realignment Property Advisory Commission is charged with help guide redevelopment opportunities in the North End resulting from the realignment of the Pell Bridge Ramps. Click here for an agenda

Beach Commission Meeting

The Beach Commission is charged with advising the City Council on matters related to the City's beaches. | View the agenda

School Building Committee

The School Building Committee is responsible for overseeing the construction of the new Rogers High School

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