Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of April.
Good morning, Newport.
🏘️ Community
Turning Around Ministries supports Newport County residents facing reentry challenges during April’s Second Chance Month.
The nonprofit helps with benefits, transportation, and health care access, and soon local letters will share stories of community support.
🎭 Culture
Newport Historical Society unveils an interactive exhibition 'Occupied?
Newport and the Fight for Independence' to mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration — the exhibit runs weekdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. through year-end and features maps, artifacts, and personal narratives.
Newport's Rosecliff galleries host the 'Full Circle' exhibition featuring a scale model of the 'Mouse' sculpture — originally installed in 1974 at Brenton Point State Park — that looks back at Monumenta's impact on modern art.
The exhibit runs until May 3.
🎓 Education
On Apr. 2, the Newport School Committee debated school security at the new Rogers High School when member Elizabeth Cullen called for a badge system for the secondary entrance—citing safety concerns—while other members maintained that the main entrance should be used.
The district will review policies at the next meeting.
Applications for the Mosaic Club Scholarship are available at guidance offices at Rogers, Middletown, and Portsmouth High Schools for graduating seniors entering college or (vocational, technical, or trade school).
Applicants must apply by April 24 and recipients will be selected based on volunteer work, an essay, and recommendations.
The Arts & Cultural Alliance is accepting applications for the Tinney Family Arts Scholarship, a $2,000 award for Newport County high school seniors or home-schooled students planning to continue arts education.
Applications must be submitted by May 8.
Newport School Committee discussed advertising an interim superintendent role during its April 4 meeting as discussions continue over a potential merger with Middletown schools.
The committee expects to name a candidate by the end of May — ensuring stable leadership until a regional vote decides the district’s future.
🏥 Health
Brown University Healthcare announced it will keep the Noreen Stonor Drexel Birthing Center open at Newport Hospital, helping to ease emergency transport needs for local expecting mothers by providing local OB-GYN care.
The decision will reduce strain on fire services + improve access to timely care for community members.
📰 Lifestyle
Caleb & Broad in Newport’s Broadway neighborhood, newly revamped by Heritage Hospitality, offers creative brunch dishes (including Cuban Benny) that appeal to locals seeking a fresh start today.
Food experts featured this spot among eight top New England brunch gems.
🎉 Newport Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
The British Invasion Years Live Tribute
7-10 p.m. — The JPT Film & Event Center — Ticket info not provided — Experience a lively tribute to the 1960s musical revolution featuring classic hits from The Beatles and The Rolling Stones.
Northern Italy to Tuscany Wine Dinner
6:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. — The Coast Guard House Restaurant — $— Explore the exquisite food and wine from Northern Italy and Tuscany.
A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Ryan Center — Last-minute tickets available — Catch A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie live in Kingston, RI.
Duane Betts and Palmetto Motel Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Greenwich Odeum — Tickets available — Experience the Southern rock evolution led by Duane Betts, the son of legendary guitarist Dickey Betts.
Boss Tenors Quintet Performance
6-9 p.m. — Pump House Music Works — Ticketed event — Experience the electric homage to jazz legends Sonny Stitt and Gene Ammons with Dan Moretti and Greg Abate.
Wooden Spoon Carving Workshop
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum — Cost not specified — Craft your own wooden spoon with expert guidance from Steve Emma using native hardwoods.
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