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Saturday, May 16th, 2026
Good morning, Newport. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Twenty rescued cats are available for adoption at the RISPCA facility in Warwick after a three-month recovery period; they are spayed+neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped, with a two-for-one special for adopters. Residents are advised to give the cats extra time to adjust to their new homes. WJAR NBC 10
- ➤ WWII Navy veteran John Bernard Arnold III, a Rogers High alumnus, will have funeral service on May 18 at Saint Joseph the Worker Church in Hanson with visiting hours from 10 to 11 a.m. and Mass at 11 a.m. + Burial is set at Cedar Knoll Cemetery in East Taunton. WJAR NBC 10
- ➤ A new guide details free ways to enjoy Rhode Island with scenic ocean walks, State House tours, bike rides, and local art trails (WaterFire Providence offers bonfire lightings along downtown rivers) so locals can plan affordable outings. The Newport Daily News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Old Colony and Newport Railway said the former Fall River McDonald's rail car is back on the tracks after being rebuilt with parts from an older Chicopee unit. The car will join excursion cars on the railway (a nod to local history). WJAR NBC 10
- ➤ The upcoming episode of 'The Real Housewives of Rhode Island' will show drama over video proof of an affair as Alicia Carmody grapples with how to break the news. It airs Sunday at 9 p.m. on Bravo with next-day streaming on Peacock. The Newport Daily News
- ➤ Newport Classical Festival offers 30 concerts from July 2 through 19 across 11 local venues, including community, chamber, and educational programs with world-class musicians. A free BankNewport Community Concert featuring Toomai String Quintet is set for May 24 at 2:30 p.m. at Newport Craft Lawn. The Newport Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Rhode Island Coalition to End Homelessness released the 2026 Point-in-Time Count last Friday, showing 2,236 people experienced homelessness—416 unsheltered and 1,820 in shelters—a drop from 2,373 in 2025. Outreach teams, service providers, and state agencies conducted the count to guide housing policy efforts. WJAR NBC 10
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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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Valet
Now hiring Seasonal Valet Attendants at The Chanler. Must be 21+ with a clean driving record. Trade parking garages for ocean views and ordinary commutes for luxury vehicles. Join a fast-paced environment where every arrival is different and no two days are the same. Seasonal and part-time opportunities available. Apply through link or by emailing [email protected]
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