High Bacteria Levels Close 8 Beaches; Veggie Recall: RI Top Stories

Here are the Top 10 most popular stories and posts from around Rhode Island Patch sites last week.

2 More RI Beaches Close To Swimming Due To High Bacteria Counts

Beaches in Newport and South Kingstown close to swimming due to high bacteria counts.

BankNewport Donates $20K For Soccer Program For Underserved Children

The program offers free academic tutoring, mentoring, and soccer training to middle and high school students from diverse backgrounds.

Teacher Spotlight: Valencia Friend Makes A Difference In Newport

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.

Newport Seeking Volunteers For Revenue Creation Committee

The Newport Ad-Hoc Revenue Review Committee aims to find creative new revenue streams for the city that do not involve property taxes.

Huge Honor For Local Nurses; Girl Scout Builds Bat Houses: PM Patch RI

Also: Some relief from the heat and thunderstorms this weekend; more blue-green algae blooms; what to know about the full buck moon.

Newport Hospital Achieves Highest Nursing Honor For 5th Straight Time

Magnet recognition is considered the gold standard for nursing excellence. Less than 10 percent of U.S. hospitals achieve it.

Teacher Spotlight: Valencia Friend Makes A Difference In Newport

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.

2 More Arrested Following Shooting; Dolphin Found Dead: PM Patch RI

Also: Four drug charges; dangerous heat and thunderstorms expected this week; see how much more Rhode Islanders are using air conditioners.

2 More Men Arrested In Connection To Newport Shooting

Newport police charge two more people in connection to a shooting on Jade Way that sent one person to the hospital.

East Bay Foster Grandparents Program is recruiting volunteers

Community members 55 years of age/+ are needed as volunteers in schools, pre-schools, and community organizations.

Newport Hiring Entry Level Police Officers

Applications to join the Newport Police Department as an entry level police officer are being accepted through Sept. 3.

Middletown Man Charged In Newport Shooting

Newport police say they are still looking for information that can aid in the investigation of Friday morning's shooting.

Newport Launches First Trolley Tour Bridging Artists, Patrons, Tourist

Trolley Grand Opening Reflects the Spirit of Historic Paris Salons at Brenton Hotel and Beyond

'Elephant Guardians' Needed For Nonprofit Display In Newport

The Great Elephant Migration comes to Newport, an art exhibit of 100 life-sized elephant statues that will be at the Cliff Walk.

Fireworks Near Me: Newport July 4th 2024 Events

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Newport.

100 Elephants Statues; Electric Bus Station Opening; PM Patch RI

Also: The last Bob's Store in RI set to close; a car fire on I-195; URI names its next sailing head coach; teacher spotlights across RI.

100 Elephant Statues Coming To Newport For A Cause

The Great Elephant Migration comes to Newport, an art exhibit of 100 life-sized elephant statues that will be at the Cliff Walk.

17 RI Restaurants Honored With Wine Spectator Awards

From Aurelia in Newport to Mill's Tavern in Providence, and the Coast Guard House in Narragansett, Rhode Island was well represented.

July 4th 2024 Fireworks, Events Around Newport

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Newport.

Bike Newport Gets $4.95K Grant For A Bike Lane For Folk Festival

Bike Newport was one of three organizations to receive a grant from RIDOH's Healthy Eating and Active Living program in this funding round.

Man, 20, Missing Off Newport Shoreline: Reports

The man went missing in the water on the north end of Brenton Point, reports say.

Community Dental Clinics

East Bay Community Action Program is hitting the road with The Molar Express to offer dental services to children during the month of July.

Newport Water Division Crews Going Door-To-Door To Find Lead In Pipes

Crews from the Newport Water Division will be going door-to-door to Aquidneck Island residents to identify lead service lines.

Bill To Raise Fees For Ships Docked In Newport Heads To McKee's Desk

Mayor Xay Khamsyvoravng says the money would be used to cover the debt service on the bond for infrastructure upgrades at Perrotti Park.

Newport Looking For Poll Workers For Elections This Fall

Poll workers can make $275 per day, with various positions available and paid training offered as part of the recruitment process.

Repairs Coming To Elm Street Pier In Newport In Time For Summer: City

The Elm Street pier in Newport sustained significant damage because of winter storms in December and January.

Newport Attractions Offering Free Entry For Hospitality Workers

If you live in Newport County or work in the hospitality industry, you have some options this weekend for free fun.

30 Guns Stolen From Store; Newport Hotel Gets Upgrades: PM Patch RI

Also: 2 firefighters injured in hit-and-run crash; 'underperforming' Stop & Shop stores could close; 6 injured in crash involving work van.

Renovations Complete At Hampton Inn & Suites Newport-Middletown

The renovations at the Hampton include a new lobby with a coastal theme, a larger fitness center, new beds, bathrooms, furniture, and more.

Newport Woman, Middletown Man Win $50K on RI Lottery's 50th Birthday

Another $50,000-winning ticket was also purchased in Coventry and remains unclaimed, according to Rhode Island Lottery officials.

Learn How To Run For Office In Newport With Candidate Info Sessions

The Newport Canvassing Office will host a series of informational sessions next month for all those curious about how to run in November.

'Hop-On Hop-Off' Bus Service Returning To Newport For Summer 2024

The free service offers transportation around Newport to tourist spots and beaches, including the Newport Mansions and the Cliff Walk.

Newport Man Charged With Failing To Register As A Sex Offender

Prosecutors say Nelson Yocute, a Guatemalan national, has lived in Newport for the last nine years, even though he was deported in 2014.

RI City Getting Its Own Monopoly Version; A Lottery Win: PM Patch RI

Also: Car slams into home/hair salon; the IRS might owe you money; body found in Pawtuxet River; man sentenced for raping a woman; more.

Newport Edition Of Monopoly Launching

Spaces in the Newport edition include Bowen's Wharf, Del's Lemonade, La Forge Casino Restaurant, Firehouse Theater, and more.

East Bay Community Action Program Marks 60 Years of Community Action

Seven RI agencies are part of the national Community Action Partnership which is celebrating 60 years of service

RI's Most Beautiful Restaurant; Lightning Strike Home: RI Top Stories

Here are the Top 10 most popular stories and posts from around Rhode Island Patch sites last week.

This Is RI's 'Most Beautiful' Restaurant, New Ranking Says

People Magazine says this Rhode Island restaurant is located in a gorgeous former mansion by the beach.

Newport To Offer City Manager Job To Navy Commander

U.S. Navy Commander Colin Kennedy has two master's degrees and served on four warships during his military service.