As of Monday, more than 40 brand-new children’s coats have been donated to the coat drive, according to Newport police.
The Taurids aren’t the only reason to look up, though. Shooting stars will blaze across the sky throughout November.
Over the last two years, Newport police and CRU Café were able to donate hundreds of coats to local nonprofit organizations in the city.
Residents can drop off tablets, pills, capsules, patches and other solid forms of prescription drugs, along with vaping devices.
Newport residents George and Susan Petrovas donated $250,000 to the city's fire department for a new ambulance and to replace a fire engine.
If you're a Newport resident, see how the city can help you dispose of hazardous waste and harder to recycle items.
Here's when and where you can grab a cup of coffee with your local officers.
Lottery officials said the woman won $50,000 on a "Rhode Island Red" instant ticket she bought at the 7-Eleven on Memorial Boulevard.
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize our often unsung community leaders and celebrate their contributions.
Shark bites decline — along with an alarming drop in the population of the apex predators, which play a critical role in marine ecosystems.
The public is invited to a reception welcoming a delegation from Newport’s sister city Shimoda, Japan.
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The Newport initiative is modeled after other park ranger programs in communities like Denver and Salt Lake City.
Kenan Thompson's visit to the Newport Police Department comes as him and Kel Mitchell film "Good Burger 2" in Rhode Island.
East Bay Community Action Program will present its Vision Award to volunteers of the organization's Baby Steps Program
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With kayaks and standup paddleboards growing in popularity, the Newport Habormaster's Office is aiming to serve as a local safety resource.
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Hydrant flushing is scheduled in Newport, Portsmouth and Middletown.
Newport County lost some of its population during the first years of the pandemic, according to a new Census Bureau report Thursday.
Newport residents can drop off difficult to recycle items at Easton's Beach during the event. See a list of what is accepted.
Newport city officials said they offer the highest lifeguard pay wages in Rhode Island. See all the jobs available at Easton's Beach.
Funds raised benefit EBCAP's Newport Family & Child Opportunity Zone's Backpack Feeding Program - food for kids on weekends
New students age 8-14 are welcome.
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Newport police said proceeds from the patch sales will go to Youth Driven, that works to create youth traffic safety and leadership groups.
Like Newport, Kinsale, Ireland, boasts a significant military history, seasonal tourism economy and a bustling restaurant scene.
Applications to join the Newport Police Department are now being accepted until March 10.
Need a warm place for this week's freezing temperatures? Find out where to go in Newport
Newport police officers are allowed to grow beards from October to March, as they raise money for local and cancer nonprofits.
See the top 10 most-read stories on Newport Patch in the past week, including a plant-based restaurant making Yelp's top 100 national list.
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Newport police said all the canned food donations will go to local entities.
Find out how to apply for dinghy and kayak rack spaces at King Park and Willow Street in Newport.
Applications to join the Newport Police Department are being accepted until Feb. 21.
The first session will take place Feb. 2.
Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to celebrate Star Students who make life better in Newport with contributions big and small.
Nonprofits have until Feb. 9 to apply for grants of up to $10,000 through the Rhode Island Foundation.