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Good morning, Newport. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of June.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Newport will host Juneteenth events from June 19 to 20 that include a storytelling performance by Valerie Tutson at Rough Point at 1:30 p.m. and a talk by State Historian Laureate Keith W. Stokes at Jane Pickens Theater at 5:30 p.m.—an exhibition called A Matter of Truth-Newport will open at Vernon House on June 20 and run until Sept. 28 on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with free timed entry.  What's Up Newp

CULTURE NEWS

  • NBC 10 News was honored with two New England Emmy Awards when a Boston ceremony on Saturday, June 7 recognized WJAR for its evening newscast during severe weather coverage on Dec. 11 — while Sam Read was awarded for her health reporting on a story about a life-saving donation.  WJAR NBC 10

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Federal agents arrested a 24-year-old asylum seeker from Newport inside a Portland courthouse on Thursday after his hearing, and his attorneys said he fled Mexico because of cartel death threats—legal experts call the moves part of a broader pattern in 19 cities.  WJAR NBC 10

SPORTS NEWS

EVENTS

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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.

    Wed, 6/11/25

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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.

    Thu, 6/12/25

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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.

    Fri, 6/13/25

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  • Dinos at Dusk

    5-9 p.m. — Roger Williams Park Zoo — Discounts for members — Explore the zoo during a dinosaur-themed evening with life-size animatronics.

    Sat, 6/14/25

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  • Richie Furay Concert

    8:00-9:30 PM — The Greenwich Odeum — Ticket price not listed — Experience the legendary Richie Furay from iconic bands like Buffalo Springfield and Poco.

    Thu, 6/19/25

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  • Laura Cantrell in Concert

    7-10 p.m. — Norman Bird Sanctuary — No cover charge — Enjoy an evening with country singer Laura Cantrell as she showcases her musical journey.

    Fri, 6/20/25

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  • Mind Reading Show with Peter Antoniou

    8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Greenwich Odeum — Ticket prices vary — Experience the astonishing mind reading skills of Peter Antoniou as he dazzles audiences.

    Sat, 6/21/25

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  • LFO Live Concert

    5-9 p.m. — The Greenwich Odeum — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy the iconic sounds of LFO as they perform their classic hits.

    Sun, 6/22/25

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  • Community Creativity Lab

    5-8 p.m. — Claiborne Pell Elementary School — Free entry — Share your ideas to enhance Newport's parks and green spaces.

    Wed, 6/25/25

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  • Lighthouse Tour Experience

    9:30-11 a.m. — Edgewood Yacht Club — Tours available — Explore the historic Pomham Rocks Lighthouse and discover its fascinating maritime history.

    Thu, 6/26/25

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