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Friday, March 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Newport. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Newport residents can apply for tree plantings on city property through the Community Tree Program until April 15, with planting scheduled to begin in April and decisions announced by April 30—those in the Health Equity Zone receive a free tree while others pay $125. Newport This Week
- ➤ Newport offers a busy weekend of events from today until March 23 with live music at local venues, outdoor markets, film screenings, and community gatherings planned—residents can choose from a variety of activities to enjoy their weekend. What's Up Newp
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Diane Drake, whose unsolved murder in 1980 left her family grieving, is honored today with a memorial concert by the Rotunda at Easton's Beach from 3 to 7 p.m.—the event also invites community help to build a permanent tribute and nonprofit for families affected by violence. The Newport Daily News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Aquidneck Island residents may review and comment on the draft Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan available online — the plan outlines how Newport, Middletown and Portsmouth will protect flood plains, drinking water and coastal infrastructure from climate risks. Municipal councils will vote on the plan later this month or early April before sending it to emergency management and FEMA for final approval. Newport This Week
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On March 12, Newport City Council approved zoning code amendments that ban large party decks on upper floors and create new residential districts with size limits for second and third-floor decks (existing decks remain exempt). The changes will be considered in a second reading vote to protect neighborhoods from oversized deck expansions. Newport This Week
- ➤ Today, the NTSB reported that the Claiborne Pell Newport Bridge, built in 1969 and owned by the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority, is one of 68 U.S. bridges flagged for urgent evaluation of its risk of catastrophic collapse from vessel strikes—officials are set to use the AASHTO method to calculate the bridge's annual frequency of collapse and will develop a risk reduction plan if needed. What's Up Newp
- ➤ Newport City Council will hold its Regular Meeting on Wednesday, March 26 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Newport City Hall—officials will review key items on the agenda. What's Up Newp
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Measles cases have risen to 301 in 15 states, though Rhode Island's high vaccination rate means the risk to residents stays low. A recent case involved an unvaccinated child with international travel, and health officials urge anyone unsure of their vaccination status to consult a provider—stressing the vaccine's strong safety record. The Newport Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
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Benjamin Quinn Live Performance at Sakonnet Vineyard
Enjoy an afternoon of live music featuring songwriter Benjamin Quinn as part of Sakonnet Vineyard's 50th anniversary music series.
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Savoring the Chianti Region
6:00 – 8:30 PM | Chef Walters Cooking School | $ | Discover the rich flavors of Chianti cuisine with simple, genuine dishes inspired by the Tuscan landscape.
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John Cafferty & The Beaver Brown Band Live
Time TBA | The Greenwich Odeum | Ticket prices vary | Experience the legendary East Coast Rock’n’Roll sounds of John Cafferty & The Beaver Brown Band.
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Chazz Palminteri's One-Man Show: A Bronx Tale
In this captivating one-man show, Chazz Palminteri recounts his childhood experiences in the Bronx, portraying multiple characters from his life and sharing the story behind his acclaimed play and film, A Bronx Tale.
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Date Night: Tuscany Cooking Experience
6:00-8:30 p.m. — Chef Walters Cooking School — $ — Indulge in the simple yet exquisite flavors of Tuscany through a hands-on cooking class.
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Newport Daffodil Days
April 1st – 30th — Rosecliff — Free entry — Celebrate the vibrant arrival of over 1,465,000 daffodils with decorated windows throughout Newport.
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Janis Ian: Breaking Silence
3:30 p.m. — The JPT Film & Event Center — Tickets available online — Experience the iconic Janis Ian in a captivating film event at JPT Film & Event Center.
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Nick Bosse Performance
8:00-10:30 p.m. — Ocean Mist — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of live music with Nick Bosse & The Northern Roots in Matunuck, RI.
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Cheesemaking Workshop
1-3 p.m. — Mozz — $95.00 — Learn the art of cheesemaking and craft your own fresh farmers cheese with expert guidance.
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Game Night Gala
6-10 p.m. — Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick (Airport) — $225 — Experience an evening of fun with life-sized games and philanthropy supporting individuals with developmental disabilities.
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