On a clear sunny day last week, a group of women sat on the terrace in front of the Purple Door bead shop at East Ferry, enjoying the view and chatting about creating jewelry. But on this day, the group included three special guests – travelers from across the globe who were here to expand their skills as jewelry makers and entrepreneurs. More...

The U.S. Coast Guard recently approved, in concept, a proposal to build a liquefied natural gas offl oading terminal in the middle of Mt. Hope Bay. More...

A recent letter to the Press questioned whether the creation of historic districts is a worthwhile use of the time of town officials and employees. We strongly argue that it is, and that in fact it is entirely consistent with other town initiatives to preserve its heritage. The recent Charette showed how passionately Jamestowners care about preserving the island as we know it. More...

Humans and animals alike have always found the stuff that comes from the weird brains of inventors nothing short of fascinating. Without a doubt, many so-called inventions cause us to question the wisdom of giving humans the ability to reason. More...

The Newport Historical Society will offer a walking tour showcasing celebrated Newport artists and writers of the 19th century on Saturday, Sept. 5, at 1 p.m. More...

Thursday Aug. 20 6:15 a.m., Open yoga, Beavertail, fee 8:30 a.m., Pilates, Jamestown Country Club, fee 3 to 8 p.m., Teen center, grades 7 to 12, recreation center 5:30 p.m., Alcoholics Anonymous, St. Matthew’s Church 7:30 p.m., Community Chorus talent show, recreation center 8 p.m., Gamblers Anonymous, St. More...

Tonight’s the night. The island’s entertainment event of the summer happens at 7:30 p.m. on the stage at the community center. More...

The news of 10 and 15 years ago is from the Jamestown Press. The news of 100 years ago came from the collection of the Newport Historical Society. 100 years ago From the Newport Daily News, Aug. 20, 1909 More...

John S. McCue, of Jamestown, died suddenly on Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2009. He was the husband of Jacqueline McCue and the former husband of the late Adeline (Margarella) McCue. Born in Miami, Fla., he was the son of the late John J. and Marjorie B. (Stuart) McCue. He was a U.S. Army Air Corps veteran, serving in WWII. More...

Monday, Aug. 24, 7 p.m., Town Hall, the Town Council meets for a workshop on properties recently acquiresdby the town. Tuesday, Aug. 25 7 p.m., Town Hall, the Zoning Board of Review meets. More...

TOWN OF JAMESTOWN NOTICE OF ADMINISTRATIVE DECISION More...