Rhode Island Record
Newport, RI
Public Safety

Fastnet Pub entertainment license

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Last discussed Jan 14, 2026.

Public comments (3)

SupportiveFinnbar MurrayJan 14, 2026

The pub's owner since 2006 said he moved a loud speaker indoors, already met with neighbors, and wants TVs and speakers on the rear patio for World Cup and other sports; offered to compromise.

Newport City Council (Regular) - Jan 14, 2026 · 49:32 →
OpposedJim SimmonsJan 14, 2026

A Spring Street neighbor said the bass is already felt inside his house at night, welcomed the relocated speaker, but objects to adding outdoor speakers; asked for further compromise talks.

Newport City Council (Regular) - Jan 14, 2026 · 55:03 →
OpposedSam LazarusJan 14, 2026

A father of a one-year-old said he loves the pub but measured noise past the sound limit on disco nights and called police three times; worried a 7-day, year-round permit to 11 p.m. deters young families.

Newport City Council (Regular) - Jan 14, 2026 · 57:04 →