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Friday, July 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Newport. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of July.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Newport will host French in Newport on July 12 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.—a living history event where residents can follow the footsteps of 12,000 French soldiers and sailors with reenactments, family activities, a wreath-laying ceremony at King Park and a book signing at the Colony House. The Newport Daily News
- ➤ Boston-based retro-soul singer Jill McCracken, known for her award nominations, will headline NIMFest 2025 at Newport’s King Park Gazebo on July 13 from 3–6 p.m. pending good weather, with special guest Indira opening the free public event. What's Up Newp
- ➤ Salve Regina University earned one of the Doris Duke Historic Preservation Awards for restoring the Giambettino Cignaroli ceiling mural at Ochre Court—part of a group recognized by the Newport Restoration Foundation and the City of Newport for projects that blend historic craftsmanship with adaptive reuse. Newport This Week
- ➤ Salve Regina University is hosting Bridging the Gap: A jazz dance and music festival from July 28 through August 4 to extend Newport’s summer of jazz after the sold-out Newport Jazz Festival at Fort Adams State Park. The festival—curated by One Jazz Collective—features performances, workshops and public lectures, including an oceanfront jazz lounge event at Ochre Court on July 30 at 7 p.m. What's Up Newp
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Newport received $22 million in federal, state, and local funds to restore and preserve the Cliff Walk. The funding includes an $11 million PROTECT Grant — the largest federal award in city history — and was secured after a March 2022 collapse near the 40 Steps. ABC6
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Shields Fleet 9 will host competitive sailing races in Newport harbor every Wednesday evening and on weekends through September when the weather is good—spectators can watch from near Rose Island or north of Pell Bridge. Newport This Week
- ➤ Officials announced that due to ongoing weather the Hall of Fame Open on July 10th was delayed—gates opened at 11 a.m. and match play was postponed until at least 12 p.m. as several early matches remained incomplete. Tournament officials are rescheduling the suspended games while working to keep the quarterfinal schedule on track. What's Up Newp
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Bluegrass Fest at the General Stanton Inn
1-7 p.m. — The General Stanton Inn — Enjoy live bluegrass music with food and drinks in a charming outdoor setting.
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The High Kings Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The JPT Film & Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating tunes of The High Kings, still thrilling audiences after 15 years.
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ZG Smith Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Galactic Theatre — Tickets available — Catch the former frontman of Smooth Hound Smith performing live in a cozy venue.
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Sea Fever - A Spellbinding Summer Production
8-10 p.m. — The Towers — $65 — Experience the enchanting tale of the phantom ship Hesperus with a blend of opera and New England folklore.
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Lighthouse Tour
9:30-11 a.m. — Edgewood Yacht Club — Check website for cost — Explore the historical Pomham Rocks Lighthouse and enjoy stunning views of the water.
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Jeffrey Foucault Concert
6-8:30 p.m. — Norman Bird Sanctuary — Cost info not provided — Experience the unique sound of one of America's most distinctive musical voices in a serene setting.
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Corvettes – Doo Wop Revue
7-9:30 p.m. — Courthouse Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant sounds of the 1950s with a celebration of Doo Wop music.
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FHCamp at Salve Regina University
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM — Salve Regina University — Cost info not provided — A co-ed field hockey camp for ages 10-18 offering skill development and teamwork.
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Lighthouse Sunset Tour
6-7:30 p.m. — Edgewood Yacht Club — Cost info not provided — Experience a unique summer adventure with sunset tours to the historical Pomham Rocks Lighthouse.
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Plein Air Painting at Blithewold
6-8 p.m. — Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum — Check event page for pricing — Embrace nature while honing painting skills in stunning summer gardens.
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