Newport Life Magazine

Local organizations recall memorable gifts from the past year

Seven Newport nonprofits & museums weigh in on their favorite gifts of 2025

January 15th, 2026

Words on the Wind: Portsmouth “Windphone” offers grief support for those who’ve lost loved ones

A converted phonebooth offers solace and a moment of quiet reflection

December 22nd, 2025

Tis the season for our favorite holiday treats

We asked community members to share their holiday “non-negotiables,” the answers span cultures & countries, sweets & savories

Food﹠Drinks

December 22nd, 2025

Tis the season for our favorite holiday treats

We asked community members to share their holiday “non-negotiables,” the answers span cultures & countries, sweets & savories

November 13th, 2025

If you love a good story, here’s a cider for the ages

Fox Hill Farm in Jamestown spans 64 acres with numerous apple trees, which yield the fruit used to make its Turncoat! ciders

August 14th, 2025

Eating with the Ecosystem in Mind

Small fish make a big splash in Newport’s sustainable food scene

April 9th, 2025

Food﹠Drinks

Chef Carmine Mottola brings international flair & flavors to local menus

The globetrotting Italian chef has reimagined dishes at The Reef and The Bellevue Bar

Art﹠Design

July 7th, 2025

Slice of Paradise: Couple renovates Middletown home and preserves the small, coastal charm

An Oklahoma couple found their dream home and turned it into a year-round, art-filled sanctuary

July 7th, 2025

Victorian Revival: A Newport home with an old soul is updated to meet modern needs

A historic home on Greenough Place is renovated with family gatherings in mind

July 7th, 2025

Haas Design is breaking the mold, one project at a time

A new design studio in town brings a fresh approach to bespoke coastal interiors

July 7th, 2025

Happiest Hour: An underutilized room gets new life as a vibey den

New design duo behind H & H studio create a chic space for equal parts lounging or hosting

Lifestyle

December 31st, 2024

Lifestyle

The art of entertaining for gatherings big and small

From invitations to flowers, party themes and activities, menus and pairings, there’s much to consider as you plan your seasonal gatherings

August 16th, 2024

A Summertime Ritual: Clambakes are a timeless New England tradition

Last summer, I attended my first backyard clambake. Having grown up on Aquidneck Island, the event felt like a milestone — a rite of passage.

April 3rd, 2024

Profile

In Step With Carina LaBonte

The personal trainer talks finding a healthy work-life-motherhood balance

March 1st, 2024

Lifestyle

A round-up of wellness spaces

The quiet of winter is an excellent time to seek out self-care, whether it’s finally getting a massage and facial or making time for yoga.

History

November 24th, 2025

In Little Compton, reconnecting with Sakonnet Wampanoag history, communities

The Little Compton Historical Society has opened a new garden and exhibition with a focus on Indigenous culture, past and present

November 13th, 2025

If you love a good story, here’s a cider for the ages

Fox Hill Farm in Jamestown spans 64 acres with numerous apple trees, which yield the fruit used to make its Turncoat! ciders

June 30th, 2025

Gustave White Celebrates A Century of Real Estate History

From the sale of “Crossways” in 1926 for $50,000, to the sale of “Clarendon Court” in 2022 for $30 million, the firm has seen it all

Community

December 22nd, 2025

Tis the season for our favorite holiday treats

We asked community members to share their holiday “non-negotiables,” the answers span cultures & countries, sweets & savories

November 24th, 2025

In Little Compton, reconnecting with Sakonnet Wampanoag history, communities

The Little Compton Historical Society has opened a new garden and exhibition with a focus on Indigenous culture, past and present

October 15th, 2025

Secondhand by the Sea: Four shops, one sustainable story

A spotlight on several storefronts around Newport County where local spirit meets personal style