By Chris Burich, Advocacy Associate (and first-time century rider!) $15,615! That’ is’s how much eight members of the Bike Newport team raised to support Bike Newport’s programs for children with autism and disABILITIES at this year’s New England Bike to the Beach ride. For 14 years, Bike Newport has been partnering with the national non-profit… read more
First Person: 2026 Sakonnet Coastal Bike and Stroll Recap
By Eliza Lawson, Special Projects Manager What happens at an Open Road event? On Saturday, September 19th, we got a pretty good answer at the Sakonnet Coastal Bike & Stroll. For about two miles, people walked, biked, rolled, jogged, and strolled along the Sakonnet coastline – all without having to worry about cars. The event… read more
Newport City Council APPROVES Updated Bicycle Ordinances
BRAVO NEWPORT! At their September 16th meeting, the Newport City Council unanimously passed a total package of ordinance updates – including 25 definitions and 14 sections – all related to bicycles. They also unanimously approved the staff request for authorization to pursue an additional $6 million in federal Safe Streets for All funds made available… read more
10-Spot 2026 Recap
Another incredible 10-Spot Ride! On the last Saturday of August, 265 people pedaled from Spot to Spot on a beautiful day in Newport, Rhode Island, the City by the Sea. All were invited into private courtyards, seaside retreats, and gilded gardens — to enjoy live performances, amazing food, and lots of camaraderie. The 2026 10-Spot… read more
2026 Candidates Respond with their Bike/Walk Visions
On September 4th, the following message was sent from Bike Newport to all candidates for Municipal Councils and School Committees, RI Senate, and RI House of Representatives for Aquidneck Island – Newport, Middletown, and Portsmouth. Thanks to all of the candidates who replied for taking the time to share their vision. Their responses appear below the question.… read more
Bike to the Beach is Saturday, September 19th
Team Bike Newport is riding the 2026 Bike to the Beach Metric Century on September 19th to raise funds for our education programs and equipment for kids with autism and developmental disabilities.
Reporting In: 2026 Newport Folk & Jazz By Bike!
A celebration of living legends. international surprises, collaborative genre-defying icons, and modern grooves made the Newport Folk and Newport Jazz Festivals six days of awesome! Here are a couple of recent recaps to relive the memories: Newport Folk with Rhode Island Monthly and Newport Jazz with the Providence Journal. Another stunning success of Festivals 2026?… read more
August Happenings
From outdoor movies and concerts to group rides, classes, and our signature 10-Spot Ride, there’s something for everyone in August! See the full calendar of Bike Newport events this month.
Ocean Hour Farm – Bike Ride and Tour
A “First-Person Report” by Josh Weisz-Smith, Rogers HS Faculty Chair of the World Language Department I have been working with Bike Newport over the past few years in my capacity as World Language Department Chair at Rogers High School, collaborating to develop the “Ciclistas” program – providing bikes and gear to our Middle and High… read more
Fatality in City Crosswalk
Photo: John Miles performing with the Larry Brown Swinglane Orchestra. Photo excerpted from this report by WJAR-TV10. More about John Miles, gifted musician, HERE. As the Newport community mourns the death of the big-hearted local musician John Miles, discussions are underway about safety on our roads and prevention of such a tragedy. Miles was struck… read more
Be Part of the Progress!
Every Ride Moves Us Forward Summer is here, and something exciting is happening across Aquidneck Island and beyond. Every day, more people are choosing to get around by bike. They’re riding to school. To work. To the beach. To the market. To local businesses, community events, and neighborhood gatherings. Every ride represents something bigger. This… read more
Safe Streets For All: $19 Million for Aquidneck Island
Bike Newport is proud and excited to be a project partner in a Safe Streets for All implementation grant—one of just 67 implementation grants awarded nationwide. This funding will make it possible for the island’s three municipalities – Newport, Middletown, and Portsmouth – to advance safety for pedestrians and people on bicycles with more and… read more
FY2026 Legislative Wrap-Up
(Photo source: Milah – click here for her fun RI video) When Rhode Island’s statewide legislative session ended on June 11th, seven bills in the House of Representatives and three bills in the Senate had been proposed to make bicycling safer, more accessible, and more inviting. Bike Newport was part of a statewide effort to… read more
July Happenings
July is a great time to celebrate the freedom to explore and experience Aquidneck Island by bike. As we mark Independence Day and celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, there’s no better way to enjoy the places and events that bring our community together. Check out all the different ways you can enjoy July by bike with… read more
Elliot’s Ride for Everyone 2026 Recap
Saturday, June 6th, 2026, Newport’s iconic Ocean Drive closed to cars and opened to people biking, walking, rolling and strolling – for the annual Elliot’s Ride for Everyone. The perfect weather complemented the fun as people of all ages and abilities pedaled bikes, pushed strollers, rollerbladed, and hiked along Ocean Avenue and Hazard Road – without… read more
Welcome Tuni Schartner
Bike Newport Welcomes Tuni Schartner as Director of Partnerships & Philanthropy (photo credit Go Local Prov) We’re very pleased to announce that Tuni Schartner has joined the Bike Newport team as our new Director of Partnerships & Philanthropy. Tuni brings more than three decades of experience in community building, strategic partnerships, business development, fundraising, communications,… read more
June 2026 Happenings
June is Jumping! This month brings family-friendly rides and community gatherings, Pride Month celebrations, Juneteenth events, and evenings under the full moon. Check out what’s coming up this month with Bike Newport and our partners. All Month: Community Bike Garage Stop by the Community Bike Garage any weekday and work with our skilled mechanics to… read more
Bike to Work Day 2026 Recap
Community, Progress, and Celebration Bike Newport’s 2026 Bike to Work Day, sponsored by Southcoast Health, brought together commuters, community leaders, advocates, and local businesses for a day focused on celebrating bicycling and the growing momentum behind safer, more connected transportation options across Aquidneck Island. From morning coffee with commuters at Newport City Hall to afternoon… read more
Bike Newport Annual Meeting 2026
Connection, Momentum, and Community Bike Newport’s Annual Meeting on April 23, 2026 brought together board members, staff, volunteers and supporters for a review of recent accomplishments and a look forward to emerging progress. It was a lovely evening on the rooftop at Newport Craft Brewery overlooking the Pell Bridge and the new shared-use path —… read more
Summer 2026: Get There By Bike Update
Are you ready to Get There By Bike? “Get There By Bike” is Bike Newport’s initiative to make biking a safe, fun, and inviting transportation choice to Aquidneck Island events and destinations. The goal is to reduce traffic congestion, parking stress, and carbon emissions by making it easier for people to ditch their cars and… read more
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