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Newport schools superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain to step down in June 2026 - What's Up Newp

Colleen Burns Jermain, Ed.D., has announced she will step down as Superintendent of Newport Public Schools, effective June 30, 2026, bringing an end to her tenure leading the district. Jermain notified School Committee Chair James Dring and committee members of her decision in a letter dated Tuesday, October 14, 2025, citing the terms of her […] The post Newport schools superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain to step down in June 2026 appeared firs…Newport, Rhode Island · Newport Read Article

Spots still available for curbside compost program in 3 RI communities

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NEWPORT, R.I. (WPRI) — There's a new pilot program in Rhode Island's East Bay that aims to divert food scraps from the landfill. Black Earth Compost is a company that collects food scraps from homes, schools and businesses across New England and turns those scraps into compost. The company's residential customers also receive one free bag of compost per year. For a temporarily discounted price, residents of Barrington and Bristol can sign up for…Newport, Rhode Island · Newport Read Article

Newport receives $65,000 in state grants to boost math skills, student attendance - What's Up Newp

Gov. Dan McKee and Education Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green announced Tuesday that Newport will receive $65,000 in state grants aimed at improving math skills and student attendance through out-of-school learning programs. The funding is part of the fourth round of Learn365RI Municipal Learning Project grants, which awarded $1.39 million to 38 communities statewide. Other Aquidneck Island […] The post Newport receives $65,000 in state grant…Newport, Rhode Island · Newport Read Article

Newport man faces judge in domestic assault case

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12 Newport County properties sell as million-dollar market stays strong - What's Up Newp

Twelve properties traded hands across Newport County last week, a healthy indicator that, despite the shifting market dynamics, motivated buyers and sellers are still finding common ground. Of those twelve sales, four surpassed $1 million, underscoring the continued strength of the upper-tier market that has defined much of Aquidneck Island and its surrounding communities in […] The post 12 Newport County properties sell as million-dollar market…Newport, Rhode Island · Newport Read Article

Obituary: Roberta Jenness - What's Up Newp

Her loving and appreciative family is grieved to announce the passing of their matriarch, Roberta Lorraine Jenness (Bradley), on October 11, 2025. That day, when heaven gained an angel, the world lost a bright and shining light. Roberta, known as Bobbie to all of her friends, was born on January 25,1937 to Stanley and Persis […] The post Obituary: Roberta Jenness appeared first on What's Up Newp.Newport, Rhode Island · Newport Read Article

Demolition of Abandoned Newport School Begins After Decades

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The historic Newport School building, which has stood vacant since 1990, is being demolished.Newport, Rhode Island · Newport Read Article

RENEWport hosts community dinner for more than 50 Newport families at Pell Elementary - What's Up Newp

More than 50 Newport families with children in kindergarten through second grade gathered at Pell Elementary School on Oct. 9 for a community dinner featuring activities from more than 20 local organizations. The event, hosted by RENEWport in partnership with Newport Public Schools, is part of a continuing series that began earlier this year with […] The post RENEWport hosts community dinner for more than 50 Newport families at Pell Elementary a…Newport, Rhode Island · Newport Read Article

Obituary: Barbara Blinn - What's Up Newp

Barbara A. Blinn, 67, of Newport, Rhode Island, died on Saturday, October 4, 2025 after a short illness. Born in Newport, RI on March 3, 1958, she was the daughter of Barbara (Hamill) Platt and the late James Platt. Barbara grew up in Newport later found great pride working as a CNA. She had a […] The post Obituary: Barbara Blinn appeared first on What's Up Newp.Newport, Rhode Island · Newport Read Article

Newport Italian Heritage Parade canceled due to weather - What's Up Newp

Newport’s Italian Heritage Parade scheduled for Monday has been canceled due to forecasts of rain and windstorms, organizers announced Sunday. The parade was set to step off at 11:30 a.m. from St. Joseph’s Church and proceed to the Columbus Monument at Memorial Boulevard and Bellevue Avenue, followed by a brief ceremony at 12:15 p.m. Sandra […] The post Newport Italian Heritage Parade canceled due to weather appeared first on What's Up Newp.Newport, Rhode Island · Newport Read Article

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Newport schools superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain to step down in June 2026 - What's Up Newp

Spots still available for curbside compost program in 3 RI communities

Newport receives $65,000 in state grants to boost math skills, student attendance - What's Up Newp

Newport man faces judge in domestic assault case

12 Newport County properties sell as million-dollar market stays strong - What's Up Newp

Obituary: Roberta Jenness - What's Up Newp

Demolition of Abandoned Newport School Begins After Decades

RENEWport hosts community dinner for more than 50 Newport families at Pell Elementary - What's Up Newp

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Newport Italian Heritage Parade canceled due to weather - What's Up Newp

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Newport schools superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain to step down in June 2026 - What's Up Newp

Spots still available for curbside compost program in 3 RI communities

Newport receives $65,000 in state grants to boost math skills, student attendance - What's Up Newp

Newport man faces judge in domestic assault case

12 Newport County properties sell as million-dollar market stays strong - What's Up Newp

Obituary: Roberta Jenness - What's Up Newp

Demolition of Abandoned Newport School Begins After Decades

RENEWport hosts community dinner for more than 50 Newport families at Pell Elementary - What's Up Newp

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