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Trees are magic. In Newport, volunteers are working to expand their...

Economic Activity 04/27/2026

NEWPORT (AP) – On Newport's south side, historic and opulent mansions sit on an avenue with mature trees that help cool the neighborhoods, clean...

STANDSTILL: John Hirschboeck, co-president of community nonprofit Alliance for a Livable Newport, argued for a six-month development moratorium in the city’s North End. He and other supporters say the city needs time to develop zoning requirements for the area, shown on the map he’s holding. / PBN PHOTO/DAVE HANSEN

Construction moratorium divides business, Newport leaders

Economy 11/08/2019

Newport has enacted a six-month moratorium on development in its North End, including an innovation district intended to attract companies that might diversify its...

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