Recommendations aim to improve road safety in Newport. The Newport Police Department, Bike Newport, and the Newport Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission collaborated to complete a comprehensive review of all local ordinances that address bicycles and bicycle operation in the City of Newport. The package of recommendations will be received by the Newport City Council on Wednesday,… read more
The New Life of an Old Bike
Ever wondered what happens after you drop off a bike at Bike Newport? Spoiler alert: It begins a new chapter. Every donated bike gets a second (or third… or fourth!) chance to do what bikes do best: connect people, foster freedom, and spark some joy. Curious to know how bikes make it from your garage… read more
Action Alert: NAVSTA Compatible Use Study Public Forum
Public Workshop: NAVSTA Newport & Aquidneck Island Compatible Use Study With the Aquidneck Island & NAVSTA Newport Compatible Use Study nearing completion, this is an opportunity to offer public comment on the draft plan. This public workshop will discuss the strategies to address better support the quality of life on the Island and throughout the region,… read more
Get Your 10-Spot Ride 2026 Tickets
Pedal Newport’s Hidden Gems: Food, Music & Secret SpotsAugust 29, 2026 Bike to 10 unique Spots featuring local cuisine, live performances, and Newport’s most enchanting private spaces. This favorite Newport summer experience returns on Saturday, August 29th! On the 10-Spot Ride you’ll pedal around historic Newport, the “City by the Sea”, to ten lovely locations… read more
Update: Newport’s Bicycle Friendly Community Status
The League of American Bicyclists has renewed Newport’s status as a Bronze Bicycle Friendly Community. The renewal of Newport’s Bronze designation, first awarded in 2013, is an affirmation of the City’s efforts to become safer and more accessible for people to ride bicycles. Bike Newport and the City of Newport collaborated to submit the application for… read more
Winter Activities at the Bike Garage and Annex
Bike Newport is buzzing all winter long – and it’s a great time to learn new skills and take care of your bike! From hands-on repair nights and welcoming learning spaces to discounted shop services and free e-bike classes, there’s plenty happening at Bike Newport’s Bike Garage and Annex this season. Come join us! Community… read more
Residents Advocate for Improved Road Safety
Residents of Admiral Kalbfus Road in Newport brought their neighborhood safety concerns to the State House on January 7, 2026. Admiral Kalbfus Road is a residential street in Newport that is frequented by drivers, pedestrians and cyclists, and also Class 7 trucks weighing over 25,000 lbs. The Newport City Council, supported by residents of the… read more
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