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Visitors Asked to Wear Face Masks on the Cliff Walk

Friday, April 24, 2020

Warmer Weather Prompts Stricter Guidelines 

NEWPORT, R.I. (Friday, April 24, 2020) –In accordance with guidance from state health officials, the City of Newport is advising that face masks should be worn at all times while traversing the Cliff Walk until further notice.
 
As one of the state’s most popular tourist attractions, the Cliff Walk regularly draws over 1 million visitors every year. Read more »

City Reminding Runners to Stay Close to Home

Friday, April 17, 2020

Runners of Cancelled Marathon Urged to Avoid Running in Groups 
 
NEWPORT, R.I. (Friday, April 17, 2020) – Newport and Middletown officials are urging runners who had planned on participating in this weekend’s Rhode Race’s Newport Marathon and Half Marathon to stay close to home and avoid running in groups amid the ongoing coronavirus outbreak. Read more »

Access to Southern Embankment of Easton’s Pond Closed

Friday, April 10, 2020

Repairs to begin following Erosion caused by Heavy Rain

NEWPORT, R.I. (Friday, April 10, 2020) – Due to necessary repairs, a portion of the unimproved walking trail along the Easton’s Pond Dam has been closed to the public.

The access ramps to the pond along with the stone dust path that was constructed from 2011-2013 remain open to the public.

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COVID-19 Related Processing Delays Reflected in Utility Bills

Wednesday, April 8, 2020

Bank Delay resulting in Inaccurate Past Due Amounts    
 
NEWPORT, R.I. (Wednesday, April 8, 2020) – Newport Water Division customers are being advised that due to the ongoing coronavirus outbreak, payments mailed prior to March 31^st may have been delayed due to a processing lag experienced by the City’s bank. As a result, April bills that were mailed to customers last week may inaccurately include a past due balance reflected on their account.
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Three Newport Firefighters Test Positive for COVID-19

Wednesday, April 1, 2020

All three self-isolating at home, public safety not impacted

NEWPORT, R.I. (Wednesday, April 1, 2020) – Three members of the Newport Fire Department have tested positive for COVID-19.

The firefighters, who are not being identified due to patient privacy concerns, are all recovering in self-isolation at home and the Rhode Island Department of Health has been notified.

At this time, there is no impact on our public safety readiness and the Newport Fire Department has implemented contingency staffing protocols.

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City Places Restrictions on Beach, Cliff Walk Access

Wednesday, April 1, 2020

Parking to be restricted at Easton’s Beach, Cliff Walk & Braga Park

NEWPORT, R.I. (Wednesday, April 1, 2020) – The City of Newport on Wednesday announced the temporary closure of several City parks and beaches due to the COVID-19 outbreak.

Beginning Friday, April 3^rd, parking will be prohibited at Easton’s Beach as well as adjacent access points to the Cliff Walk and Braga Park. The City is encouraging all residents to continue to be active and get out for walks or bicycle rides, but to do so close to their own homes. Read more »

Here's What you Need to Know about our Temporary Food Distribution Program

Monday, March 30, 2020

Weekly Foodstuffs Available to Newport Residents

 NEWPORT, R.I. (Monday, March 30, 2020) -- The City of Newport on Monday announced that it will be opening a weekly drive up food distribution site at the Pell Elementary School beginning Wednesday, April 1, 2020. The temporary distribution site will be set up every Wednesday through April 29^th.
 
The distribution site will be open from 12 p.m. – 2 p.m. Read more »

Out-of-State Travelers Urged to Self-Quarantine

Tuesday, March 24, 2020

Seasonal residents, Visitors Asked to Self-Quarantine  

NEWPORT, R.I (Tuesday, March 24, 2020) ­ -- Following the recommendation of Gov. Gina Raimondo, the City of Newport is instructing all out-of-state travelers and seasonal residents to self-quarantine upon visiting the City for a period of two weeks.

Homeowners and seasonal residents travelling from New York, Connecticut, New Jersey and Massachusetts are particularly urged to stay inside. Any other travelers visiting from locations with confirmed cases of COVID-19, or who may have come in contact with anyone exhibiting flu-like symptoms are also asked to practice social distancing and self-quarantine. Read more »

City Extends State of Emergency

Monday, March 23, 2020

Recreational, Close-Contact Businesses to Close

NEWPORT, R.I (Monday, March 23, 2020) — The City Council voted 7-0 in a special remote session on Monday afternoon to extend Newport’s Emergency Declaration for 30 days in order to more effectively address the threat presented by the COVID-19 virus.

The City is also reminding residents and businesses to abide by an order issued by Gov. Gina Rainondo that requires all public recreation and entertainment establishments including theaters, cinemas, and sporting events  cease operations no later than Monday, March 23^rd at 5 p.m.  Close contact businesses such as nail salons, hairdressers, barbershops, spas, and gym facilities are also directed to close.

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City Offices Closed Effective March 23

Saturday, March 21, 2020

Departments to Remain Fully Staffed, Residents Urged to Use Online Services  
 
NEWPORT, R.I (Friday, March 20, 2020) ­ -- In light of current concerns related to the COVID-19 outbreak, please note that all City Offices will be closed to the public beginning Monday, March 23.

While City Hall had previously been limited to essential city business only for the last week, beginning Monday, City offices will be available strictly by phone, email, or on a limited appointment only basis. Individual departments will remain fully staffed and any residents, establishments or entities who have ongoing business with the City are encouraged to conduct it online or via telephone. Read more »