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Friday, February 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Newport. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The iconic Rhode Island restaurant Olneyville New York System is being sold after four generations of family ownership, with promises of maintaining its traditional charm and signature offerings. The Public's Radio
- ➤ A proposed redevelopment plan for vacation rentals at 144-150 Thames St. in Newport faces opposition due to parking concerns, with critics saying the project’s plan for 17 parking spaces falls short of the city’s 48-space requirement. Newport This Week
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Juan Carlos Montepeque-Albizures, facing four felony charges including sexual assault, will be arraigned in Newport. ABC6
- ➤ The Newport Police Department released arrest and dispatch logs for February 26-27, 2025, advising all involved are presumed innocent until proven guilty. What's Up Newp
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rogers High School aims to continue the tradition of displaying senior banners along Broadway, relying on private funding raised by parents for the class of 2025. What's Up Newp
- ➤ The construction of the new Rogers High School faces potential cost increases due to tariffs and awaits state approval for a $1.4 million furniture package. Newport This Week
- ➤ The Newport School Committee's unanimous vote saved the Newport Area Career and Technical Center from demolition, reinforcing the commitment to prepare students for in-demand careers by expanding career and technical education. What's Up Newp
- ➤ Newport Public Schools will host School Report Card Nights in March to discuss recent accountability reports, aiming to provide parents with insights on local schools’ performance and improvement strategies. What's Up Newp
SPORTS NEWS
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Luxury Van Tour of Newport's Scenic Highlights
Experience a guided luxury van tour of Newport, featuring over 150 landmarks and a 90-minute visit to The Breakers Mansion.
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Mt Hope Alumni Hockey Game for Scholarship Fund
The Mt Hope Alumni Hockey Game features teams based on graduation years and aims to raise funds for the JP Medeiros Memorial Scholarship fund.
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Weekly Trivia Night at Newport Vineyards
Participate in a fun-filled trivia night featuring five rounds of various topics, hosted by Andrew from McCaughey Standard Trivia with prizes available.
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Newport Irish Heritage Month Celebration
The Newport Irish Heritage Month includes a series of events promoting Irish culture and history throughout March, centered at the Museum of Newport Irish History.
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Benjamin Quinn Live at Sons of Liberty
Benjamin Quinn will perform live at Sons of Liberty Beer & Spirits Co. in South Kingstown.
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Inclusive Arts & Crafts Class for Differently Abled Individuals
This art class offers a creative and inclusive environment for individuals of all abilities to explore arts, painting, and crafts.
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Explore Etegami: Japanese Postcard Art Workshop
This workshop at Imago Foundation for the Arts introduces participants to Etegami, the Japanese art of postcard creation, encouraging creative expression.
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Trivia Night at Newport Vineyards
A lively evening of trivia hosted by Andrew from McCaughey Standard Trivia featuring multiple rounds and prizes at Newport Vineyards.
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40th Annual Seminar by the Sea: A Professional Development Conference for Pharmacists
The 40th Annual Seminar by the Sea is a hybrid conference organized by the University of Rhode Island for pharmacists and healthcare professionals, featuring plenary sessions on innovative practices in pharmacy and offering continuing education credits.
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Full Moon Gathering at Norman Bird Sanctuary
Experience an evening of community connection with a potluck dinner, music, chanting, and meditation to celebrate the full moon and the Holi festival.
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