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Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Newport. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Newport County offers a wide range of local events and activities from April 21 to April 27+ locals can check the community calendar for details and to submit their own events. What's Up Newp
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Newport Folk Festival announced that Maren Morris, Obongjayar, Tyler-James Kelly, Tyler Ballgame, and Nova One will perform in Newport this July from 25 to 27. Tickets sold out on Feb 5 and more acts will be added soon—grant awards are being given by the Festivals Foundation. What's Up Newp
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ An economic impact report from NUWC Division Newport showed its total funded program reached $2 billion in fiscal year 2024. Division Newport spent $776 million on payroll & operational costs and $1.2 billion on contracts that mostly supported local services. What's Up Newp
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Extreme high tides will affect Rhode Island coastlines on April 26 at 7:33 p.m.—the University of Rhode Island asks residents to use the MyCoast app to upload photos and videos of flooding on beaches, streets, and other areas. The project will help experts study coastal changes and plan for future sea level rise. What's Up Newp
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Senate President Dominick Ruggerio died early Monday morning after fighting cancer at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital — he was 76 and had spent over four decades serving as one of Rhode Island’s top legislators. What's Up Newp
- ➤ Rhode Island Senate President Dominick J. Ruggerio (76) died early Monday after battling cancer and other ailments. He was the state’s longest-serving lawmaker and his death will lead to efforts to name a successor. The Public's Radio
- ➤ On April 21, the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority released its response to an NTSB letter recommending a risk assessment for the Newport Pell Bridge—its response came after the agency reviewed risks linked to a vessel strike that collapsed a bridge in Maryland. The authority said it engaged an engineering firm to start the preliminary risk assessment. What's Up Newp
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Haven Box supports survivors of sexual assault by providing immediate and long-term services during sexual assault awareness month—board president Alana Sacks said the organization partners with local hospitals and colleges to deliver vital resources. Sacks, who brings over a decade of experience, explained that the service helps survivors feel dignified and assured they are not alone. What's Up Newp
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After Week 3, local boys lacrosse rankings show La Salle leading Division I while Moses Brown, Barrington and North Kingstown follow, and coaches are urged to submit game results for complete coverage. The report also ranks teams in Divisions II, III and IV with details on upcoming contests that may shift the standings + it calls on the lacrosse community to improve reporting. The Newport Daily News
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Canard Vineyard Wine Dinner at 22 Bowen's
5:30-9 p.m. — 22 Bowen's Wine Bar & Grille — $160 plus tax and gratuity — Savor a four-course dinner with exquisite wine pairings from Canard Vineyard.
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Kalliope Reed Quintet Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Bristol Art Museum — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a blend of historical and contemporary music by the Boston based Kalliope Reed Quintet.
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Elvis Tribute Night with Dan Fontaine
7-9:30 p.m. — Courthouse Center for the Arts — Ticket required — Sing along to timeless Elvis classics in an evening of nostalgia and rock ‘n’ roll.
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Newport's Irish Musicians Exhibit
12 noon - 4 p.m. — The Museum of Newport Irish History — Free entry — Explore the rich musical heritage of Newport's Irish community in this engaging mobile exhibit.
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Return of the Dinosaurs
8-9 a.m. — Roger Williams Park Zoo — Special sensory-friendly event — Experience the wonders of dinosaurs before the regular public opening.
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Residential Stormwater Mitigation Info Session
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Quinta Gamelin Community Center — Free entry — Learn about stormwater management strategies for residential properties in Eastern Rhode Island.
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Ballroom Dancing with Fred Zalini
6:30-8 p.m. — Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum — Cost info not provided — Learn to swing and sway during this fun dance class with Fred Zilian.
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The Mallett Brothers Band Live
9:30-11:00 p.m. — Ocean Mist — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant sounds of rock and Americana from the Mallett Brothers Band in a lively beachside venue.
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Atlantic Super Regionals Rugby Championship
May 3-4 — Fort Adams State Park — Admission details TBA — Experience top-tier rugby in a historic coastal setting with breathtaking views.
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Diva and the Playboys Concert
4-10 p.m. — Ocean Mist — Entry cost not specified — Enjoy live performances of all your favorite songs in a lively beachside setting.
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