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Saturday, May 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Newport. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rhode Island will celebrate Memorial Day with events from today to May 25, featuring parades in Barrington and East Greenwich, a 5K walk at Fort Adams at 10 a.m. today, and festivals including the Rogue Island Comedy Festival in Newport (and Gaspee Days at Pawtuxet Park). The Newport Daily News
- ➤ Operation Stand Down RI hosts the Boots on the Ground for Heroes Memorial at Fort Adams State Park this Memorial Day weekend to honor fallen service members with an exhibit of 7,000 combat boots. The free event runs all weekend and on Memorial Day and is supported by 200+ volunteers. What's Up Newp
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Castle Hill Inn reopened Agassiz Mansion earlier this week for Memorial Day Weekend. The main level now includes the lobby, bar and restaurant Aurelia at Castle Hill while one guest room is open and other rooms will be available in early 2027. What's Up Newp
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Newport offers a self-guided tour of 20 military memorials + monuments that honor residents lost in wars from World War I to the Vietnam conflict. Locations include spots near City Hall, inside Fort Adams, and at King Park. What's Up Newp
- ➤ Pulitzer Prize-winning author Liaquat Ahamed will speak at Rosecliff on Monday, June 15 at 6 p.m. as he discusses his new book and the early causes of the 1873 economic crisis in a lecture hosted by the Preservation Society of Newport County. What's Up Newp
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Holiday travel began on Friday as AAA predicted 30 million people hit the road despite high gas prices. Gas cost averaged $4.55 nationally - with local stations charging about $4.49 in Rhode Island and $4.41 in Bristol County. WJAR NBC 10
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Governor McKee has proposed a $50M bond to boost career education programs by providing grants for new capital improvements and program expansion in public schools across the state. Local business leaders, including those from the Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce, support the plan to close key funding gaps. The Newport Daily News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rhode Island DEM said Burlingame State Campground will not open for Memorial Day weekend because construction delays are affecting new restroom and shower facilities. Officials will share more details by early June (reservations will be delayed). WJAR NBC 10
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Whole Foods Market Kitchen Minestrone Soup, packaged in 24-ounce cups and sold online and at retail in several states including Rhode Island, was recalled on May 21 due to an undeclared allergen (shrimp) that may trigger severe allergic reactions; customers are advised to return it for a refund. The Newport Daily News
- ➤ The Senate approved bills on May 21 that would regulate AI in mental health care and allocate $5 million to start a URI medical school. The legislation now awaits Gov. Dan McKee's signature plus studies on malpractice, primary care, and a prescription drug program are set for review on May 26. The Newport Daily News
- ➤ Brown Health reported deep quarterly losses as it still needs $4.9M from outside sources to keep Newport Hospital’s 10-suite birthing center open, prompting calls for an extra $70M in state Medicaid funding to support local hospitals; Gov. McKee’s fiscal 27 budget earmark of $1.6M falls short. What's Up Newp
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Stacker’s Zillow data shows Newport’s home prices grew 8.8% over the past year, ranking third among 41 towns — Jamestown led with an 8.7% rise; the figures cover 12 months ending in April. What's Up Newp
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After Friday’s high school contests, Pilgrim’s softball team edged Coventry 7-6 in extra innings following a late start, and baseball preliminaries saw North Kingstown, Lincoln and Narragansett advance to pod play starting Tuesday. In boys tennis, Moses Brown’s team won in the Division I quarterfinals, setting up further matchups next week. The Newport Daily News
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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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