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Newport Police Adding Patrols for Halloween Weekend

Friday, October 30, 2020

Stepped Up Patrols Aimed at Ensuring Safe, Healthy Halloween
 
NEWPORT, R.I. (Friday, October 30, 2020) – The Newport Police Department will be adding additional patrols this weekend in an effort to ensure that Newporters are able to enjoy a healthy and safe Halloween weekend.

Like other communities, Newport’s public safety team has been responding to a higher than usual volume of calls over the last several weeks, including several occurrences of vandalism and gun-related incidents which are currently under investigation.
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Newport Recreation to Host Election Day Mini Camp

Monday, October 26, 2020

One-Day Camp Aims to Help Parents while Schools are Closed
 
NEWPORT, R.I. (Monday, October 26, 2020) – With Newport Public Schools closed for the day on Tuesday, Nov. 3^rd in observance of Election Day, the Newport Recreation team will be offering a special one-day Mini Camp to provide parents with a safe and supervised option for their child’s day off.

This special Election Day mini camp is open to children in Grades 1-3 and will run from 8:15 a.m. until 3 p.m. at The Hut on Golden Hill Street. Read more »

Water Main Flushing Set to Begin

Thursday, October 15, 2020

NEWPORT, R.I. (Thursday, Oct. 15, 2020) – As part of the Newport Water Division’s ongoing maintenance of the water distribution system, a modified water main flushing program in designated areas will begin during evening hours beginning Sunday, October 18, 2020 and ending October 29, 2020.

The flushing of the water mains using fire hydrants will begin at 8:00 p.m. and continue until 4:00 a.m.   Signs will be posted in each area before flushing begins.  The flushing will occur in areas that have been prioritized due to drought conditions. We plan to resume a full flushing program in Spring 2021. Read more »

City to Host Halloween Spooktacular at Easton’s Beach

Thursday, October 15, 2020

Jack-O-Lanterns, Candy & Socially Distanced Fun

NEWPORT, R.I. (Thursday, October 15, 2020) – Halloween is right around the corner and while the Coronavirus might put a damper on this year's festivities, the Newport Recreation team is busy planning a special Trick or Treat at the Beach!

On Saturday, October 31st, Newport Recreation will be hosting a Halloween Drive-Thru Spooktacular at Easton’s Beach. Read more »

City to Collaborate with Navy, URI on Coastal Threats

Thursday, October 15, 2020

Grant to Examine the Effects of Sea Level Rise, Storm Surge in and Around Navy Base, West Side of Aquidneck Island

NEWPORT, R.I. (Thursday, October 15, 2020) – The City of Newport is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a $598,000 grant from the Department of Defense, Office of Economic Adjustment, to develop strategies to protect critical resources along the West Side of Aquidneck Island from the anticipated effects of storm surge and sea level rise.
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North End Urban Plan Hearings Start Next Week

Wednesday, October 14, 2020

Public Invited to Offer Comments

NEWPORT, R.I. (Wednesday, October 14, 2020) – The City’s Planning Board is due to take up for the first time a draft North End Urban Plan during a special public hearing on Thursday, October 22nd at 6:30 p.m.

​The meeting will feature a presentation by the City’s consultants, NBBJ, who will be on hand to provide Planning Board members with an overview of the project and answer questions from the public. Read more »

Newport Businesses Encouraged “Take it Outside”

Friday, October 9, 2020

Online Application Available for Cold-Weather Equipment Reimbursement
 
NEWPORT, R.I. (Friday, October 9, 2020) – Newport businesses interested in applying for the City’s Take It Outside grant program are being encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible in order to secure reimbursement for the procurement of tents, propane heaters, and jersey barriers.

Eligible restaurants and retailers can now apply for the program directly from the City’s website at www.CityofNewport.com/TakeItOutside. Read more »

City Receives $75,000 Grant to help Businesses Take it Outside

Thursday, October 1, 2020

Funds Will Help Restaurants Extend Their Outdoor Dining Season With Space Heaters , Tents

NEWPORT, R.I. (Thursday, October 1, 2020) – The City of Newport has been awarded $75,000 from the Rhode Island Commerce Corporation to help local restaurants “Take it Outside” this fall.

The grant, which was announced Thursday, Oct. 1st, is part of Commerce Rhode Island’s Take it Outside Initiative, a statewide effort designed to encourage and increase outdoor activities in order to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Read more »

Drought Conditions Prompt Water System Flushing

Thursday, September 17, 2020

NEWPORT, R.I. – With Rhode Island now under a statewide Drought Advisory, the Newport Water Division will be conducting low-flow flushing of the City’s water distribution system beginning Thursday, Sept. 17, 2020 in order to help improve its Newport customers’ water quality. Read more »

Easton’s Beach Moves into the Shoulder Season

Thursday, September 3, 2020

NEWPORT, R.I. (Thursday, September 3, 2020) – As the summer season comes to a close, the City of Newport is reminding residents that parking enforcement will remain in effect at Easton’s Beach through Oct. 31st.

Beachgoers are reminded to continue to use the self-pay parking kiosks, avoid crowds, and wear a face mask whenever social distancing is not possible. For those traveling to the beach by car, please be advised that parking capacity will be limited in an effort to minimize the spread of COVID-19. Read more »