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Saturday, March 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Newport. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of March.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Newport police arrested 25 year old Kolby McCoy and 21 year old Jacques Jeanty on Thursday after a search warrant for crack cocaine distribution led them to a 7-11 on Memorial Boulevard where McCoy attempted to flee, crashed his vehicle, and customers became trapped inside the store. WJAR NBC 10
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Singer-songwriter Marc Cohn will perform in Newport on March 28 at the Jane Pickens Film and Event Center—he was shot in 2005 and announced his battle with Parkinson’s in 2020. His band, including noted guitarist Kevin Barry, will join him for a set that shows his steadfast commitment to his music. What's Up Newp
- ➤ Secret Mall Apartment, a documentary about eight local artists who built a hidden 750 square feet apartment inside the Providence Place mall parking garage that led to their ban, is playing this week at Showcase Cinemas in Providence where a special lobby photo op is on offer—created by one of the artists. It is showing at the Jane Pickens Theater Film and Event Center in Newport with screenings that began on March 21 and will run daily until March 23 and again from March 26 until March 30. The Newport Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Newport Pell Bridge — which links Newport and Jamestown — is one of 68 bridges the National Transportation Safety Board recommended for a safety review due to a possible vessel collision. Officials at the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority said they are gathering information and planning measures after the Key Bridge collapse on March 26th raised concerns about risks. The Public's Radio
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ 22 Bowen's Wine Bar and Grille will host a four-course wine dinner on March 27 featuring wines from Staglin Family Vineyard and Continuum. The dinner will start at 5:30 p.m. and tickets cost $340 per person (tax and tip included), so guests should call 401-841-8884 to reserve a seat. What's Up Newp
SPORTS NEWS
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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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ERICD Seedling Sale
10 AM – 12 PM — Greenvale Vineyards — Pre-orders required — Pick up your seedlings while supporting local agriculture education.
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