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Saturday, March 7th, 2026
Good morning, Newport. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dave and Grace Macchioni are in Colombia finalizing the adoption process for their daughter Zuly after a federal visa pause delayed their trip earlier this year. They expect to sign the adoption decree in about ten business days and return with her soon. WJAR NBC 10
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Audrain Motorsport will expand its Veteran Car Tour into a full weekend event from May 16 to May 18, featuring an opening drive and luncheon on May 16 at The Vanderbilt, Auberge Collection. Collectors can register online at $395 per car to join scenic tours through Newport and Bristol. What's Up Newp
- ➤ The Newport Art Museum will open its Play / Pretend exhibition on May 7 with a free public reception from 5 to 7 p.m. at 76 Bellevue Ave, featuring historic dolls, automata, and contemporary works that explore play in art + imagination. What's Up Newp
- ➤ Fishermen in 1996 pulled up a 14-foot skeleton off Block Island that locals later dubbed the Block Ness Monster, sparking curiosity about the legend (scientists say it was likely a basking shark). The Newport Daily News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ URI researchers have logged over 1,000 bobcat sightings across Rhode Island + note that the cats are tolerant of people; they expect bobcat kittens to appear in the coming months to guide wildlife conservation practices. The Newport Daily News
- ➤ URI Watershed Watch seeks volunteer water monitors to check quality at local sites including First Beach this spring. Free training occurs (Apr. 2, 6:00–9:00 p.m. and Apr. 4, 9:00 a.m.–noon) with field sessions (Apr. 11 and 25) required before the May–Oct. season. What's Up Newp
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Foxes are illegal as pets because native red and gray foxes are protected and have not been domesticated, according to DEM (Department of Environmental Management). Permits are available only to certified organizations for educational purposes. The Newport Daily News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local fire officials advise Newport residents to use the daylight saving time change on Sunday, Mar. 8 at 2 a.m. to test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors— a simple maintenance chore that may save lives. The Newport Daily News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Newport gets set for a festive St. Patrick’s Day parade on Saturday, March 15 as local bars and restaurants plan special menus including breakfast at IHOP (this year’s Big Daddy Award winner) and treats from Co-Dough, inviting residents to enjoy music, corned beef and drinks after a snowy winter. The Newport Daily News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Today, buyers can tour a varied selection of open houses across Aquidneck Island led by Newport with options ranging from entry-level homes to luxury listings, including a multi-family property at 32 Houston Avenue (Fifth Ward). Additional viewings are scheduled for Sunday in Newport and Portsmouth. What's Up Newp
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln School edged Tiverton 50-47 in a close Division 2 basketball game at the Amica Mutual Pavilion on Thursday night — Alivia Harris scored crucial points in the fourth quarter to secure the title. What's Up Newp
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Wellness & Wine: Zumba with Tracy
10 AM – 12 PM — Newport Vineyards & Restaurant — $28 — Energize with Zumba and enjoy a wine tasting among vineyard views.
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Songwriters in the Round: Natalie Paige, Myah Sallena, Ben Hoke
7 p.m. — Pump House Music Works — Free entry — Experience a night of intimate acoustic performances featuring evocative original music from talented songwriters.
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Newport St Patrick's Day Parade
11 a.m. — Newport City Hall — Free entry — Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a festive parade featuring leprechauns and community spirit.
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The Natural Film Screening
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The JPT Film & Event Center — Average ticket price $51 — Experience a classic film live at a premier venue in Newport.
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Flo Rida Concert
10:00 AM – 9:30 PM — Ryan Center — Last-minute tickets available — Experience hip-hop hits live with Flo Rida in Kingston.
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Simon & Garfunkel Tribute Concert
7:30-10:00 p.m. — Courthouse Center for the Arts — Buy tickets online — Celebrate the harmonies and stories of the Simon & Garfunkel Songbook with Aztec Two-Step 2.0.
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Hops, Beers & Bites Experience
1-4 p.m. — The Anchor Room At The Coast Guard House — $35.00 per person — Discover the art of hops with local brews and creative bar bites.
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Wednesdays: Flight Specials
All day — Newport Vineyards & Restaurant — $15 for wine or beer flights — Enjoy discounted drinks with board games and fire pits on the terrace.
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Golden Hour Experience: Newport's Twilight Beauty
Golden Hour Experience — Evening Cruise — Soap and Water Newport — Price varies — Enjoy a sunset cruise with charcuterie and champagne while taking in Newport's stunning views.
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Book Talk with Terry Gaspard
2-3 p.m. — Newport Public Library — Free entry — Explore financial discussions that strengthen relationships in this insightful book talk.
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