Rhode Island’s coast is full of secret coves and historic lighthouses that offer the perfect summer escape. From rocky cliffs to quiet beach nooks, there’s a lot more to “The Ocean State” than meets ...

PRUDENCE ISLAND − After a few speeches, words of thanks and some gulped shots of bubbling wine, Raymond Jenness wrenched open the door to Prudence Island Light, the oldest lighthouse in Rhode Island, ...

After Newport was founded in 1639, the waterfront town grew into a bustling trading port, serving as Newport's main source of economic growth throughout the 18th century. As trade flourished, the ...