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Saturday, March 28th, 2026
Good morning, Newport. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Passover begins on Wednesday, April 1 and ends on Thursday, April 9 as local families plan seders (traditional meals featuring matzah and kosher wine) that honor the Exodus story; residents are encouraged to share greetings like 'Happy Passover' as they celebrate this important tradition. The Newport Daily News
- ➤ The historic Jane Pickens Theater will launch Films of Future Past, a sci-fi film series beginning Thursday, Apr. 2 at 8 p.m. with a 4K restoration of Blade Runner: The Final Cut & a Rejects Beer Tasting; the series runs through Sept. 17 and features seven cult classics. What's Up Newp
- ➤ Fort Barton in Tiverton offers a glimpse into Revolutionary War history — where John Hancock and Paul Revere once gathered before the Battle of Rhode Island — and now invites visitors to climb its observation tower and explore 2.8 miles of trails from sunrise to sunset on Highland Road. The Newport Daily News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ On March 26, URI released an economic study that found the university generated $2 billion in economic activity in fiscal 2025 and supported 17,000 jobs. The report shows every state dollar returned $17.39 (including $1.46 billion in indirect spending), with South County campuses driving nearly $1 billion in local impact. The Newport Daily News
- ➤ The Rhode Island Public Utilities Commission met Friday to propose lowering Rhode Island Energy electric bills by $8.43 monthly while raising gas rates by $11.76 annually, effective April 1. It will meet March 31 to finalize adjustments based on usage forecasts (additional allowances may alter the final rates). WJAR NBC 10
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Newport educator Jo Eva Gaines received the Rhode Island Foundation's 2026 Black History Month Award for her decades of service in public education. The award was presented at the annual celebration where her pioneering work in teaching and guidance was recognized by foundation president David N. Cicilline. What's Up Newp
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local groups and healthcare advocates urged Brown Health to keep the Noreen Stonor Drexel Birthing Center at Newport Hospital open + warned that closure would force families to travel to Providence; they will lobby at the State House on April 9 for clear local maternal care plans. What's Up Newp
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Housing seekers have a weekend of open houses in Newport County starting today with 39 listings available; buyers can tour options across Jamestown, Middletown, Newport, Portsmouth, and Tiverton this weekend. Many homes are priced over $1M, making spring a busy season for the local market. What's Up Newp
- ➤ A stone-and-shingle estate was sold for $8.1 million, making it Newport’s second-highest sale of 2026. It is located at 10 Ocean Lawn Lane in the private (Ocean Lawn enclave) and offers modern coastal amenities across nearly three acres near Cliff Walk. What's Up Newp
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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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Big Lux and The Hype
8-11:59 p.m. — Ocean Mist — Check website for pricing — Enjoy a lively mix of reggae, funk, and rock by Sea of Giants in a vibrant coastal setting.
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Daffodil Society of Rhode Island Preview Party
5-7:30 p.m. — Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum — Admission details not specified — Preview stunning floral arrangements in a delightful garden setting.
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Newport Rhode Races
7:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — Easton's Beach — Marathon: $110, Half Marathon: $85, 5K — Experience the thrill of the race along the scenic Newport coast.
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Pollinator House Workshop
10 AM – 12 PM — Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum — Free entry — Create a pollinator house and learn about the importance of pollination for trees on Arbor Day.
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Arbor Day Festival and Bristol Community Day
10 AM – 4 PM — Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum — Free entry — Celebrate the 100th anniversary of the arboretum with family-friendly nature crafts and scavenger hunts.
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