Newport Redistricting Project to Host Public Meetings

Wednesday, February 23, 2022

Residents Invited to a Pair of Public Redistricting Meetings March 3rd

NEWPORT, R.I. (Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2022) – Newport election officials will be hosting a pair of public information sessions regarding the City’s local redistricting efforts next week. The City’s Canvassing Authority is inviting members of the community to attend a public information session at City Hall on Thursday, March 3rd at either 11:30 a.m. or 5:30 p.m. to learn more about Newport’s redistricting process.

Both meetings are scheduled to be held in-person in the Second Floor City Council Chamber. Read more »

NEWPORT LIFTING MASK REQUIREMENT AT CITY HALL

Friday, February 11, 2022

Masking Still Encouraged, Public Meetings to Continue Remotely

NEWPORT, R.I. (FRIDAY, FEB. 11, 2022) – In accordance with Rhode Island Executive Order 21-116, effective Monday, Feb. 14, 2022, masks will no longer be required for visitors to City Hall.

Face coverings, however, are strongly encouraged to worn for those who are not fully vaccinated and visitors are asked to be mindful of any and all notices posted outside City offices.

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FREE RAPID COVID-19 TEST KITS AVAILABLE

Wednesday, February 9, 2022

Community Groups Encouraged to Request Free Rapid Test Kits
 
NEWPORT, R.I. (WEDNESDAY, FEB. 9, 2022) – As part of its effort to combat the spread of COVID-19, the City of Newport will be offering free at-home rapid test kits to any an Read more »

The 2022 Dinghy Rack Lottery is Here!

Friday, February 4, 2022

Applications currently being accepted through Feb. 28th for kayak, dinghy owners

NEWPORT, R.I. (FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2022) – Kayakers and dinghy owners take note: The Newport Harbormaster’s Office will be accepting applications for dinghy and kayak rack spaces at the King Park and Willow Street dinghy racks through Feb. 28th.

Spaces will be determined through a lottery system, with a drawing held on Thursday, March 10, 2022 at 9 a.m. at the Newport Harbormaster’s Office.
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Residents, Contractors Reminded to Help Keep Storm Drains Clear

Wednesday, February 2, 2022

Impacts of Forecasted Rain Could be Exacerbated by Snow-Clogged Drains

NEWPORT, R.I. (WEDNESDAY, FEB. 2, 2022) –  As Newport continues to dig out from last weekend’s historic blizzard, crews from the City’s Department of Utilities are out working hard to clear as many catch basins as possible before forecasted rain arrives.

Residents and businesses are also encouraged to check the catch basins in their own areas to make sure they are clear of snow and ice so water can easily drain. If possible, residents and private contractors are asked to please clear snow & ice from catch basins. Not only will free flowing catch basins help keep roadways and sidewalks safe, but they’re also critical in preventing damage to private homes and businesses. Read more »

City to Issue Mandatory Parking Ban in Yachting Village to Aid Snow Removal Efforts

Monday, January 31, 2022

 
Please note that the above streets will be closed while work is taking place and vehicles left on the road will be subject to tow.
For more information, please visit www.CityofNewport.com/Snow

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Parking Ban Issued Ahead of Winter Storm

Friday, January 28, 2022

Residents Urged to Keep Cars Off Streets, Utilize City Parking Lots
 
NEWPORT, R.I. (FRIDAY, JANUARY 28, 2022) – The City of Newport has issued a mandatory Parking Ban from 11 P.M. ON FRIDAY, JAN. 28^TH UNTIL 9 A.M. ON SUNDAY, JAN. 30^TH due to impending winter weather. 

In order to help facilitate the City’s snow removal efforts, Newport residents are being urged to take advantage of free parking at the Gateway Visitor’s Center, Mary Street, and Easton’s Beach parking lots during the storm. Alternatively, residents are also encouraged to request the use of a neighbor’s driveway to secure off street parking to keep vehicles off the roadways. Read more »

Portion of Cliff Walk to be Closed for Improvements

Tuesday, January 25, 2022

Private Donation aims to improve drainage along portion of Coastal Trail

NEWPORT, R.I. (TUEDAY, JANUARY 25, 2022) – A portion of the City’s Cliff Walk will be temporarily closed to foot traffic later this week as needed improvements are made to the popular coastal trail.

Working in coordination with Newport’s Cliff Walk Commission, the owners of Beechwood and Seacliff have agreed to place gravel along the portion of the trail that borders their respective properties. Read more »

Humphrey “Harp” Donnelly IV Named Newport Fire Chief

Thursday, January 20, 2022

Swearing In Ceremony Set for Friday at City Hall
  
NEWPORT, R.I. (THURSDAY, JAN. 20, 2022) –  Humphrey “Harp” Donnelly IV, a native Newporter and 23-year veteran of the Newport Fire Department, has been named the City’s new Fire Chief.

He replaces Fire Chief Brian Dugan, who retired last month after leading the City’s Fire Department for the past 5 years. 

As Deputy Chief and a member of the Department’s leadership team, Donnelly has been a part of the front line response to a number of emergency situations during his tenure, including the 2019 gas outage and the first two years of the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more »

City to Kick Off Local Redistricting Process

Friday, January 14, 2022

Residents Encouraged to Learn More by Attending an Upcoming Meeting
 
NEWPORT, R.I. (FRIDAY, JAN. 14, 2022) –  With the General Assembly set to vote on a proposal that would realign House and Senate Districts to better reflect 2020 Census data, Newport officials are preparing to kick off their own local process to examine City Council Wards and Voting Precincts.

The City’s Canvassing Authority is inviting members of the public to attend their next meeting via Zoom on Tuesday, February 1^st at 11:30 a.m. to learn more about Newport’s own redistricting process.
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