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Friday, May 15th, 2026
Good morning, Newport. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Memorial Day events begin on May 23 with a Boots on the Ground 5K Walk/Run at Fort Adams State Park and continue on Monday, May 25 with parades in Barrington, East Greenwich, and North Providence. Newport residents can also enjoy the Rogue Island Comedy Festival from May 21-24 & Gaspee Days Arts & Crafts Festival at Pawtuxet Park. The Newport Daily News
- ➤ A Middletown resident wrote to planners urging a rethink of a plan that would change Sweet Berry Farm from open agricultural land into a mainly wedding and business venue, warning the change could boost overdevelopment and reduce cherished open space. Newport This Week
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Rhode Island’s 10th annual Quahog Week will run from May 17 — 23, featuring free public events and special quahog dishes statewide. The celebration will kick off Sunday at Tiverton Farmers Market, with additional events scheduled Tuesday at Narragansett Beer Providence Brewery and Thursday at Newport Craft and Distillery. What's Up Newp
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rogers High School in Newport is completing safety improvements by implementing about 20 of nearly 30 recommendations from an independent report after a bullying incident; officials note that new dress code rules and administrative changes are underway while an anonymous reporting system remains on hold. Newport This Week
- ➤ The Newport School Committee voted May 12 to lay off 17 teachers for budget cuts, effective May 29 — a decision that comes as the district faces a $5 million shortfall and reduced support programs. Newport This Week
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Yelp released its top 10 list of outdoor dining spots in Newport for summer — the report features local eateries like The Mooring and Bar 'Cino, with many reintroducing patio seating around Memorial Day. The Newport Daily News
- ➤ Flo’s Clam Shack on Wave Avenue in Middletown expanded to daily hours on Thursday, May 14 (famous for serving clams since 1936), while Easton’s Beach Concessions reopens today with a menu of lobster rolls and grill items from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. What's Up Newp
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Local writer George Baker contests proposals to close Newport Airport by urging planners to repurpose unused Navy land for affordable housing so the aviation hub continues to support tourism + community commerce. Newport This Week
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A sneak preview of the documentary series (Windblown) will screen at Jane Pickens Theater on May 28 at 7 p.m. to offer a look at the dramatic 2024 Newport Bermuda Race and feature a panel discussion as the community anticipates the next race starting June 19 from Fort Adams. Newport This Week
- ➤ Newport Little League recorded its first rise in players since 2020 with 192 young athletes in divisions ranging from Tee Ball to majors as opening day games took place May 2. The league renovated its batting cage at Abbruzzi Field and raised funds for fall ball (volunteers are welcome). Newport This Week
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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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Our House: The Music of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young
8:00 p.m. — The Greenwich Odeum — Tickets available — Experience an immersive musical journey through timeless hits of CSNY performed by an extraordinary ensemble of musical friends.
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