VIDEO: Newport’s New Elm Street Pier Opens With a Cannonball Dive

It's official - the Elm Street Pier in Newport in the Point neighborhood is now open for swimming. 

City Councilman Xay Khamsyvoravong made the announcement this week - with a splash. 

"I want you all to be the first to know," announced Newport's former "Mayor Xay." 

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"The new Elm Street Pier is open and ready for sunset watching, cool-off swims, and touch-and-go docking!" he said. The pier is ADA compliant and available for all to enjoy.

"When storms destroyed the old pier, we all worked hard together to start rebuilding," said Xay. "Big thanks to the City of Newport and our Harbor Master Steve Land, along with his great team, our Waterfront Commission, Newport City Council, and all of you who supported this work."

Xay added that people should "stay tuned" to the City of Newport for news on an official announcement.

 

 

 

 

 

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