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Wednesday, May 20th, 2026
Good morning, Newport. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, the Champlin Foundation awarded over $1.25 million to 10 county nonprofits, including $664,720 in Newport projects like The Breakers Terrace Restoration and facility upgrades at community centers. The next grant cycle opens June 1 and closes July 1 with final decisions expected in November. What's Up Newp
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Portsmouth resident J.J. Silvia III was named a new BankNewport corporator at OceanPoint Financial Partners’ annual meeting on April 20 in Portsmouth. He will serve as a community ambassador to link the bank with local customers. What's Up Newp
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The Newport County residential market fired up this spring with 24 homes sold last week in Jamestown, Newport, Portsmouth, Middletown, Tiverton and Little Compton. Buyer activity is expected to heat up as Memorial Day weekend nears, with more open houses and seasonal visitors entering the market. What's Up Newp
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tuesday, May 19 saw high schools playing baseball with Cranston West winning 12-10 on Dylan Milano's walk-off hit and North Kingstown upsetting East Providence, while several teams clinched playoff seedings for Friday contests. The busy slate of games confirmed playoff spots across Division I, II, III, and softball. The Newport Daily News
- ➤ The fourth annual Rhody Regatta is set for Saturday, May 30, and has strong registration and fundraising for Meals on Wheels. The 18-mile race circles Conanicut Island and features entries from Newport and Jamestown teams, with an awards ceremony scheduled May 31 at Brick Pizza Co.'s Stone Room in Bristol. What's Up Newp
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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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