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Saturday, May 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Newport. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Newport Restoration Foundation will open a new Doris Duke Fashion Gallery at Rough Point Museum on June 12—dedicated to showcasing Duke’s fashion collection and her support for arts, design, and preservation. The gallery is set in a former guest room in the East Wing and offers free entry for Newport County residents along with a limited curator-led tour. What's Up Newp
- ➤ Charles L. Roberts, executive director of Rhode Island Slave History Medallions, announced Newport will offer its second annual Black History Walking Tours starting Memorial Day weekend and a free Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 21 in Washington Square. The tours provide a guided look at sites like Bowen’s Wharf and Trinity Church — highlighting the legacies of both Indigenous and African American communities. What's Up Newp
- ➤ Two Newport museums, the Newport Restoration Foundation + Sailing Museum and National Sailing Hall of Fame, are offering free summer admission for active-duty military members and up to five family members through the Blue Star Museums program that runs from today to Sept. 1. Visitors must show a valid military ID to gain entry. What's Up Newp
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Dan McKee said that an investigation found a cyberattack on the RIBridges system affected data from over 644,000 Rhode Islanders—adding 108,000 unexpected cases as files were improperly shared. Attorney General Peter Neronha is reportedly considering a lawsuit against Deloitte while the state plans to move to a new benefits system. ABC6
- ➤ In 2024, Rhode Island built only 922 new homes, the slowest increase in the continental states—Census numbers showed just a 0.2% rise. The House passed new bills to ease local building rules—officials say these changes aim to speed up future construction. The Newport Daily News
- ➤ On May 15, the Rhode Island Senate approved a bill sponsored by Senator DiPalma to lower prescription drug prices by capping costs at the levels negotiated by Medicare — the measure aims to help local residents struggling with high medication expenses. The legislation now moves to the House of Representatives for further debate — lawmakers will decide if it can curb rising drug costs. What's Up Newp
SPORTS NEWS
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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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3rd Annual Newport Open
1-5 p.m. — Newport Country Club — Not specified — Swing into summer with a round of golf at this iconic venue supporting the Naval War College Foundation.
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