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Saturday, May 9th, 2026
Good morning, Newport. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Aurelia at Castle Hill will reopen May 22 with new chef de cuisine Quentin Diez & a Forbes Five-Star designation following repairs after the Feb. 5 fire. Dinner is served nightly from 5:30 to 9 p.m. with reservations required. What's Up Newp
- ➤ Rhode Island Commerce Corporation will open a satellite office at Innovate Newport on Monday, May 11 at 10 a.m. at the front entrance (513 Broadway) with a press conference and ribbon cutting featuring remarks by local leaders. What's Up Newp
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Newport Classical Music Festival will host 30 concerts across 11 local venues from July 2 to 19, featuring an opening chamber concert at The Breakers, an opera night with renowned artists and a free Fourth of July concert at King Park. What's Up Newp
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Schools including Brown University, Barrington Public Schools, and Providence Public Schools were affected by a cyberattack on Canvas that disrupted access to exam materials on Thursday night and Friday morning, exposing names, email addresses, and student IDs while financial data remained secure; users are advised to change their passwords. WJAR NBC 10
- ➤ Newport School Committee Chair James Dring explained the board is hiring an interim superintendent because the current leader retires next month and uncertainty over regionalization has affected recruiting plans. Interviews for top candidates will be held while councils decide on regionalization + ensuring leadership continuity for Newport Public Schools. What's Up Newp
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rhode Island revenue collections exceeded projections by $233 million as of May 8, 2026, giving the state budget more funds amid recession concerns. Senate President Valarie Lawson and House Speaker Christopher Blazejewski said the impressive numbers provide additional leeway for upcoming fiscal decisions. The Newport Daily News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Adventureland Family Fun Park, Rhode Island's only amusement park, is open today in Narragansett from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and will expand to daily hours on May 23 to offer rides (carousel, bumper boats, mini golf, go karts). The Newport Daily News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Today 22 open houses offer home buyers a range of options across Newport County (Jamestown, Middletown, Newport, Portsmouth, and Tiverton) with scheduled times; some listings will also be available on Sunday. Buyers can check specific times and prices at each address. What's Up Newp
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Morning Coffee Networking
8-9 a.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Providence Airport Warwick — Free entry — Enjoy fresh coffee and cookies while connecting with local professionals.
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Newport Oyster & Chowder Festival
11 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Bowen's Wharf — Enjoy the waterfront — Taste oysters and sip champagne at this culinary celebration.
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Spring Watercolor Series with Artist Mary Ellen Dwyer
10 AM – 12 PM — Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum — Materials not included — Explore the basics of watercolor painting in this engaging six-class series.
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Killer Night Out - An Interactive Murder Mystery Dinner
7-9 p.m. — Belle's — Ticketed event — Solve a murder before dessert in an engaging, interactive dinner experience.
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2026 CCBA Annual Meeting & Conference
8 AM – 5 PM — Newport Harbor Island Resort — Registration required — Attend for professional development and networking opportunities with CCBA members.
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Junior Toots Concert
9:00-11:59 p.m. — Ocean Mist — $92+ — Experience the vibrant energy of Junior Toots live in concert.
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2026 Inorganic Chemistry Conference
8 PM — Salve Regina University — Check website for cost — Premier international conference advancing inorganic chemistry research.
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Lived Experience: What Connects Us Across Generations
5-6:30 p.m. — Newport Elks Lodge #104 — Complimentary light appetizers — Engage in a live conversation with elders exploring wisdom and connections across generations.
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Free Adult Aerial Silks Intro Class
5:30-6:15 p.m. — Attitude Academy of Performing Arts — Free entry — Experience the joy of aerial arts with simple poses and climbing techniques on silks.
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Deer Tick Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Ocean Mist — Ticket prices vary — Experience Deer Tick’s new album inspired by the hidden histories of Rhode Island.
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