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Thursday, March 12th, 2026
Good morning, Newport. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Small businesses will join an informational session on Wednesday at Bryant University's Academic Innovation Center (9:00 a.m. to Noon) to get ready for the approaching World Cup, as the event provides key guidance for preparing operations. WJAR NBC 10
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bestselling author Julian Sancton will present Neptune’s Fortune—his new book on a legendary Spanish galleon wreck—for a free discussion, Q&A and book signing at Charter Books on Sunday, March 29 from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. at 8 Broadway in Newport. Newport This Week
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ RIPTA will detour routes 60, 63 and 67 on Saturday, March 14 from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for the St. Patrick’s Day Parade—rerouting buses from Thames Street and America’s Cup Avenue to JT Connell Highway and Farewell Street. What's Up Newp
- ➤ U.S. Census Bureau data shows that between July 2024 and July 2025 Rhode Island lost 1,551 residents to other states (while growing by 4,106 thanks to international migration and births), pointing to ongoing population trends. The Newport Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Pat Lyons, a Rhode Island native and La Salle alum, was named URI’s new Vice President and Director of Athletics at the Ryan Center on Wednesday morning. He signed a five-year deal with a $350,000 salary + $20,000 signing bonus, and he will lead efforts to boost the athletics program. The Newport Daily News
- ➤ Three Olympic gold medalists will lead the 2nd Annual Food Allergy-Friendly Soccer Clinic on Sunday, May 3, from 9 a.m. to noon at St. George’s School (372 Purgatory Road) for children ages 5 to 16; tickets are $150 and proceeds support expanding epinephrine access across Newport County. What's Up Newp
- ➤ Newport Gulls have restocked St. Paddy's Day merchandise ahead of the parade that is just over a week away. Fans can buy T-shirts, sweatshirts, and hats at the team store to show their support for the eight-time NECBL champs. Newport This Week
- ➤ In the tournament quarterfinals, Barrington (53-49), Ponaganset (63-42), Westerly (77-39), Central (51-38) and Portsmouth (51-48) advanced. Today, girls hockey is at Schneider Arena at 5:30 p.m. plus boys and girls basketball quarterfinal games start at 7 p.m. at La Salle and in North Kingstown. The Newport Daily News
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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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Easter Brunch Buffet
10 AM – 3 PM — Newport Vineyards & Restaurant — Adults $85, Kids $27 — Celebrate Easter with a delightful brunch buffet and a fun egg hunt for kids.
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