Tavern on Broadway entertainment licenses
Summary
Two entertainment license cases — the Fastnet Pub and the Protective Club — show the recurring tension between nightlife businesses and nearby residents. Both were continued to January 28 so owners and neighbors can strike compromises, and Councilor Smyth suggested a broader review of the noise ordinance.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
Business owners seeking expanded entertainment and residents seeking enforceable noise relief.
Spring Street and Dixon Street neighbors dealing with amplified noise late into the night.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Newport City Council (Regular) - Sep 16, 2026
The Broadway tavern got both a one-day and an annual indoor entertainment license after a hearing that drew no public comment.
Newport City Council (Regular) - Jan 28, 2026
Three venues — the Protective Club, Fastnet Pub, and The Quencher — sought entertainment licenses covering late-night indoor music and outdoor patio entertainment, with hearings continued or conducted.
Newport City Council (Regular) - Jan 14, 2026
Two entertainment license cases — the Fastnet Pub and the Protective Club — show the recurring tension between nightlife businesses and nearby residents. Both were continued to January 28 so owners and neighbors can strike compromises, and Councilor Smyth suggested a broader review of the noise ordinance.
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