Travel • Newport
Newport's Off-Season Draws a Different Kind of Visitor
Beyond the summer crowds, Newport's fall and winter months are attracting visitors interested in history, architecture and quieter streets.
Jul 28, 2026 · 1 min read
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Communities, public access and life along the shoreline.
Travel • Block Island
Block Island Ferry Schedule Changes Aim to Ease Summer Congestion
Adjusted ferry departure times are intended to spread visitor arrivals more evenly across the day.
Jul 14, 2026 · 1 min read
Travel • Narragansett
South County's Salt Ponds Offer a Quieter Alternative to Crowded Beaches
Kayakers and birdwatchers are increasingly drawn to South County's coastal salt ponds as an alternative to peak-season beach crowds.
Jun 29, 2026 · 1 min read
Travel • Woonsocket
Historic Mill Villages Draw Heritage Tourism Interest in the Blackstone Valley
Preserved 19th-century mill villages are becoming a modest but growing draw for visitors interested in American industrial history.
Jun 17, 2026 · 1 min read
Travel • Jamestown
Weekend Guide: Exploring Jamestown Beyond the Newport Bridge
Often overshadowed by neighboring Newport, Jamestown offers a quieter island visit with its own distinct character.
May 22, 2026 · 1 min read
Travel • Westerly
Coast & Islands Dispatch: Public Beach Access Points Get Modest Improvements
Several South County and Newport County beach access points are receiving modest infrastructure upgrades this season.
May 10, 2026 · 1 min read