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Friday, May 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Newport. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Newport County is busy with upcoming events—United Way hosts a Day of Action on June 7th to sort books and the MLK Community Center holds a free 3x3 basketball tournament and BBQ on June 19th for local youth. Other news includes Newport Lamp & Shade Company President Patrick Dolat’s graduation from the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program, the inaugural Puddingstone Music Festival from June 24th to 28th, the Jamestown Arts Center’s bird exhibit from June 28th to Aug. 23rd, and the Portsmouth Water and Fire District election on June 11th. The Newport Daily News
- ➤ The League of American Wheelmen was started on May 30, 1880 in Newport to help cyclists who struggled with bad roads and pushback from horse riders and wagon drivers — its early work led to better roads across the country. The group grew quickly, reaching over 100,000 members by 1898 before changing its name to the League of American Bicyclists. What's Up Newp
- ➤ Adeqouyah Kamali Josephine Mathews, a junior at the Met High School and a member of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Newport County, was named Rhode Island Youth of the Year on May 21—she will represent the state at the regional Northeast Youth of the Year competition in New York City on June 17. Newport This Week
- ➤ Nine local nonprofits received grants from the Champlin Foundation as part of an $8 million award to 89 organizations statewide, with local winners including Newport Mental Health for elevator upgrades and Newport Public Library for roof replacement. The next application cycle (opening June 1 and closing July 1) will have final decisions made (in mid-November). Newport This Week
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Newport City Council unanimously approved a new spot for the memorial to the Transatlantic Slave Trade on a state-owned traffic island at America's Cup Avenue and Upper Thames Street—this location offers a clear view of the area where slave ships entered Newport and the Middle Passage Port Marker Project will now begin fundraising and planning the design. The Newport Daily News
- ➤ Rhode Island hosts many free Pride Month events in June with parades, festivals and community gatherings statewide. In Newport, a free Pride Festival and Parade takes place on June 28 at Great Friends Meeting House — it starts at 11 a.m. with a family-friendly parade and continues with a festival and later after dark party for adults. The Newport Daily News
- ➤ Newport Classical will host its 2025 Music Festival from July 4 to July 22 in Newport—29 concerts will feature over 100 musicians including world premieres and performances by the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra, Jessica Vosk, Leila Josefowicz, and Karen Slack. The festival will use 11 local venues, starting with a free Fourth of July concert at King Park and continuing at sites such as The Breakers and Blithewold Mansion. What's Up Newp
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ IYRS School of Technology — Trades will hold its 27th Graduation and Launch Day on May 31 at 10 a.m. at Restoration Hall at 449 Thames Street, with over 70 students graduating and four Beetle Cat sailboats launching to mark the year’s milestone in vessel restoration. Ben Sorkin, CEO of Flux Marine, will speak while two restored Herreshoff 12 1/2 boats built by second-year students are returned to their owners and graduates prepare for marine careers. What's Up Newp
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Newport’s ad-hoc Bridge Realignment Property Advisory Commission approved its final report to city council on May 27, calling for a single authority to manage up to 25 acres freed by the Pell Bridge realignment project — the commission is expected to disband as the report does not recommend specific land uses. Newport This Week
- ➤ Bally's filed a bill with lawmakers on May 23 to change its marketing agreement with the state if a smoking ban is enacted at its casinos in Lincoln and Tiverton. The proposal would merge the casinos' advertising budgets + could add over $3 million in yearly state reimbursements, state Lottery officials warned. The Newport Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Megan Chenot Performance
4-7 p.m. — Gooseneck Vineyards — Free entry — Experience a versatile singer-guitarist covering songs from every decade with ease.
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Honey Island Swamp Band Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Greenwich Odeum — Ticket prices vary — Experience the genre-defying sounds of the Honey Island Swamp Band in a night of eclectic music.
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Newport Shoreline Clean-Up and Sailing Adventure
9:30 AM - 3:50 PM — Fort Adams State Park — Ticket proceeds support cleanups — Participate in a shoreline clean-up and enjoy sailing with wine and lobster rolls.
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Rhode Island Wind Ensemble Concert
5-7 p.m. — Touro Park — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of delightful music with the Rhode Island Wind Ensemble under the stars.
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Pomham Rocks Lighthouse Tour
9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. — Edgewood Yacht Club — Ticket prices vary — Explore the historic Pomham Rocks Lighthouse on a guided tour of the iconic island light station.
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A Special Evening at Clarke Cooke House
6-9 p.m. — Clarke Cooke House — $275 per person — Savor a wine-paired multi-course dinner while supporting aspiring culinary talent.
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HART x Harper & Tucker Charm Bar Pop-Up
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Harper & Tucker — Free entry — Create your own charm jewelry from a vast assortment of designs at this unique pop-up event.
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