Newport This Week

http://www.newportthisweek.net
Screenshot of the Newport This Week website
Newport This Week is a locally owned independent media company that has served the communities of Newport, Middletown, Jamestown, and surrounding areas of Rhode Island for more than 50 years. Guided by the principle that “Local News Matters,” the publication provides community-centered reporting through both print and digital platforms. Published weekly every Thursday, Newport This Week covers a broad range of local topics including municipal government, schools, arts and culture, music, film, community events, local businesses, and neighborhood issues. The publication distributes print editions across Newport, Middletown, Portsmouth, and Jamestown, while also maintaining an online edition accessible to local readers.

Source: SembraMedia

Last updated date: September 2026

Location:
Newport, United States
Year the organization
started publishing:
1974
Languages:
English
Type of coverage:
Local
Area of coverage:
Newport, Middletown, Portsmouth, and Jamestown, Rhode Island

Content

Type of content produced by theme:
Education
Environment
Politics
Sports
Entrepreneurship
Journalism genres:
Chronicles and non-fiction
Interviews and reporting
Information services
Opinion
Journalism coverage types and techniques:
Breaking news
Engaged, community-driven or participatory journalism
Explanatory journalism
Tech platforms and other mediums used:
Website
Social media platforms
YouTube
Facebook

Management and team

Founders

Female:
0
Male:
1
Founders:
Tungett will
Directors:

Team

Full-time employees:
0
Part-time employees:
0
Freelancers or consultants:
0
Volunteers:
0

Business structure and revenue sources

Organization tax status:
For-profit
All revenue sources reported by media leaders:
Advertising
Consultancy services
Audience support / reader revenue
Local advertising sold by own team
Services for clients and other private corporations
Event ticket sales

Why is this profile included?

This media outlet is part of our directory because it meets SembraMedia’s inclusion criteria: it produces original content, serves the public interest, and works with independence and transparency. This profile was developed using information provided directly by the media outlet, through surveys or interviews. We aim to keep the information current, but SembraMedia does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness, and recommends verifying any key details with the media organization.

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