Spring Hydrant Flushing Set to Begin

Friday, April 8, 2022

Water Main Flushing to Span from Portsmouth to Newport
 
NEWPORT, R.I. (FRIDAY, APRIL 8, 2022) – As part of the Newport Water Division's (NWD) ongoing water distribution system maintenance, a water main flushing program in designated areas will begin during evening hours starting Sunday, April 17, 2022, and ending May 5, 2022.
 
To minimize impacts to our customers, flushing crews will begin at 8 p.m. and continue until 4 a.m. Read more »

EASTER EGG HUNT RETURNS TO TOURO PARK

Thursday, April 7, 2022

Evening Flashlight Hunt also planned for Toppa Field  

NEWPORT, R.I. (APRIL 7, 2022) – Lace up those shoes and get your baskets ready, as a pair of springtime traditions are set to return to Newport next month. Newport Recreation will once again be hosting a pair of Easter Egg hunts for children and their families on Saturday, April 16th. Read more »

Changes are Coming to Newport’s Parking Program

Thursday, April 7, 2022

Kiosks, Smartphone App Set to Replace City Parking Meters

NEWPORT, R.I. (THURSDAY, APRIL 7, 2022) – Changes are coming to Newport’s parking meter program.

​The City has partnered with LAZ Parking and Flowbird Group to introduce a pay-by-plate parking system, as seen in many other major metropolitan cities. The system will eliminate the City’s single space parking meters that have reached their end of life in favor of Flowbird Strada smart kiosks. The upgrade is a part of the City’s plan to enhance parking accommodations for city residents, employees, small business patrons and attendees of large scale events.   

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Newport, Middletown to Explore Unified School District

Tuesday, March 29, 2022

Unified School District Would Allow Communities to Retain Existing Schools

NEWPORT, R.I. (MARCH 29, 2022) – Municipal leaders from the City of Newport and the Town of Middletown have begun exploring the feasibility of combining administrative functions under a new regionalized school district that could allow both communities to receive up to 80 percent in reimbursement from the State for new school construction while at the same time preserving their respective traditions and classroom opportunities. Read more »

Changes are coming to Newport’s Short Term Rental Rules.

Thursday, March 24, 2022

Short-term Rentals Prohibited in Residential Zones

NEWPORT, R.I. (THURSDAY, MARCH 24, 2022) – Changes are coming to Newport’s Short Term Rental rules.
Under an ordinance change passed by the City Council on Wednesday, March 23^rd, property owners in Newport’s residential zones are no longer permitted to rent their properties for less than 30 days, unless the home serves as a primary residence.

For properties in the Limited Business Zone, short-term rentals are also prohibited, unless the owner of the property is granted a Special Use Permit by the Zoning Board of Review. Read more »

Spring Recycling Day Returning to Easton’s Beach

Monday, March 21, 2022

Newport Residents Invited to Drop of E-Waste, Clothing & More April 23rd

NEWPORT, R.I. - In conjunction with the 53rd anniversary of Earth Day, the City of Newport is inviting residents to take part in the return of its annual Spring Recycling Day on Saturday, April 22, 2023 from 8 a.m. to noon at Easton’s Beach, 175 Memorial Blvd.  

The annual event is specifically intended for “harder to recycle” items including E-Waste, clothing, and textiles, scrap metal, rigid plastic, and cooking oils. Free paper shredding for up to three banker’s boxes will also be offered on-site.   Please note that this will be the only City sponsored recycling event held this year, and is open to City of Newport residents only.  Read more »

Portion of Cliff Walk to be Closed

Friday, March 4, 2022

NEWPORT, R.I. (March 4, 2022) - A roughly 20-foot section of Newport's famed Cliff Walk just south of 40 Steps suffered a catostrophic failure early Thursday afternoon.

Please be advised that as a result, the portion of the Cliff Walk between Narragansett Avenue and Webster Street will be closed for the foreseeable future. Read more »

REPORT DETAILS TRANSPORTATION IN NEWPORT TODAY

Wednesday, February 23, 2022

Transportation Master Plan Existing Conditions Report Released

NEWPORT, R.I. (WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2022) – The City of Newport has released the first in a series of findings in its comprehensive Transportation Master Plan process. Launched in the summer of 2021, the City’s Transportation Master Plan, aims to establish a collective vision to make it safer and easier for residents and visitors navigate our streets and sidewalks. Read more »

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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