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Friday, May 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Newport. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Aquidneck Island Land Trust awarded $10,148 today to six local groups through its Merritt Neighborhood Fund program (with awards ranging from $998 to $2,500 for projects such as Aquidneck Elementary School’s garden expansion and Newport Tree Conservancy’s plan to plant 100 trees in Miantonomi Memorial Park) and has granted over $191,000 since 1999 to honor Peter M. Merritt. What's Up Newp
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Newport Harbor Island Resort’s upscale restaurant 1639 welcomes diners back for its seasonal reopening today. Executive Chef Ryan Connors has crafted a new menu with dishes ranging from raw bar favorites to homemade pastas — table-side prepared Cacio e Pepe and inventive cocktails are among the highlights. What's Up Newp
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At its May 14 meeting, Newport City Council voted 4+3 to request ordinance changes that would ban new non-owner-occupied short-term rentals, aiming to improve housing affordability and reduce parking issues. The city administration and solicitors will present a plan by the next regular meeting. What's Up Newp
- ➤ The Newport City Council postponed discussion of the proposed FY2026 budget on May 14 due to concerns over tax rate increases, higher personnel costs, and cuts to capital projects; officials now must develop and adopt a new budget before July 1 or revert to the previous year's plan. The Newport Daily News
- ➤ Newport City Council voted 4-3 to reject Chomp Kitchen and Drinks' outdoor seating plan for its Broadway restaurant (the proposed design featured an 8-foot by 48-foot sidewalk cafe with eight tables and a maximum of 46 seats) amid safety and space concerns. Councilor David Carlin and three others suggested the restaurant submit a revised, lower-capacity plan if it wishes to serve alcohol outdoors. What's Up Newp
- ➤ RIde paratransit, including the RIde Anywhere pilot, has given door-to-door rides for nearly 3,000 local residents with disabilities but now faces cuts because RIPTA has a $32 million budget gap. Lawmakers must act soon to prevent future cuts that could reduce both paratransit and fixed bus services. The Newport Daily News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ USA TODAY's 10BEST Readers' Choice Awards ranked the Newport International Boat Show sixth among boat shows, noting its large display of over 15 acres of sailboats and powerboats on Narragansett Bay. The event will run from Sept. 11 through Sept. 14 at the Newport Yachting Center Marina and will offer marine products, in-water boating courses, educational seminars, and daily giveaways — details on specific times and tickets have not been released. The Newport Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On May 14, the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport reopened after a multimillion-dollar renovation that refreshed its museum and Gallery with new displays funded by a $12.5 million donation—preparing the site for future inductions like Serena Williams and Roger Federer. CEO Dan Faber said the upgrades are set to boost visitor numbers—supporting new tennis events including a Women’s Tennis Association tournament. The Newport Daily News
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Dueling Pianos at the Top of Pelham
8 PM - 1 AM — One Pelham East Bar & Grill — Tickets recommended — Experience a unique night of live music where entertainers take audience requests on grand pianos above Newport Harbor.
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Women’s Bird Walk at Miantonomi Park
8-10 a.m. — Miantonomi Memorial Park — Free entry — Experience the thrill of spring songbird migration with fellow women birders in a picturesque park setting.
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DuMOL Wine Dinner at 22 Bowen's
5:30-9 p.m. — 22 Bowen's — $175 per person — Savor an exquisite four-course meal expertly paired with acclaimed wines from DuMOL.
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Memorial Day Weekend Celebration
4-8 p.m. & 11 a.m.-6 p.m. — Newport Vineyards & Restaurant — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday with live music, wine tastings, and food bites under the sunshine.
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Drawing the Big Bamboo Birds with Artist Joanne Murrman
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum — Materials provided — Capture the beauty and texture of Blithewold’s Big Bamboo Birds in this outdoor drawing class.
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Memorial Day Weekend American Cookout
6-9 p.m. — Newport Harbor Island Resort — $45 per person — Celebrate the start of summer with burgers, live grilling, and live music overlooking the beautiful Newport Bridge.
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World Sailing 2025 Team Race World Championship
All day — New York Yacht Club Harbour Court — Registration required — Witness thrilling team sailing competitions in Newport's picturesque harbor.
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Atlantis Rising International Sand Sculpture Competition
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Ninigret Park — Free entry — Watch world-class artists carve stunning sand sculptures while enjoying food, live music, and family-friendly fun.
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Dudemanbro Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Greenwich Odeum — Ticket information unavailable — Celebrate the musical talent with dynamic performances that inspire both young and old.
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BankNewport 10 Miler
7:30-10:30 a.m. — Fort Adams Trust — Registration opening soon — Participate in the annual 10 Miler benefiting local charities in Newport.
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