Good morning, Newport.

Mark Foods, a New York-based seafood importer, acquired Newport-based Endeavor Seafood at 110 William St. The move finalizes a partnership that began in 2021 with Mark Foods’ investment — founders Bush and Clark will remain with the firm while Souza, expected to retire, will serve in an advisory role.

Festival-goers heading to Fort Adams for the Folk and Jazz festivals have many transit choices, including bike routes with designated Park ‘n Bike sites, paddle options for safe water travel (with a provided guide), shuttle boats, ferries, rideshare drop-offs, and advance parking passes for drivers.

New England Music Organization presents NIMFest Songwriter Showcase at King Park Gazebo (125 Wellington Ave.) on Sunday, July 26, 3 to 6 p.m. The event features emerging artists Sweet Petunia, Natalie Paige and Lainey Dionne with free admission; attendees should bring blankets and lawn chairs, and alcohol is not allowed.

This folk festival weekend, visitors can choose smaller events over Fort Adams crowds.

The Newport Show runs July 25 to 26 at St. George’s School Ice Rink, while Windmill Day takes place July 25 in Jamestown, offering live music and crafts for a family-friendly atmosphere.

Actor Jordan Okeke is performing in three shows at Theatre by the Sea this summer.

He is set to start Titanic (opening Friday and running through Aug. 15) after roles in Little Shop and Grease, and he loves Rhode Island weather before leaving for New York after Titanic ends.

Newport Water lifted the boil water advisory today after repairing two breaks near West Main Road and Valley Road — tests cleared the water following increased chlorine and flushing.

Customers with questions can call 401-845-5600.

Rhode Island health & environmental officials advise the public to avoid swimming, fishing, boating, or kayaking at Lower Melville Pond in Portsmouth and Tiogue Lake in Coventry due to harmful blue-green algae blooms that may cause illness until samples confirm clearance.

Swiss tennis star Roger Federer will narrate his journey in a six-part video series starting this week and running until his induction on August 27 in Newport at the International Tennis Hall of Fame on Bellevue Avenue.

Bob Perlow's Tales from Hollywood

7 p.m. — Courthouse Center for the Arts — VIP tickets available — Enjoy a hilarious journey through the backstage of showbiz with Bob Perlow.

Jukebox Radio at Chelo's Waterfront Bar & Grille

6-10 p.m. — Chelo's Waterfront Bar and Grille — Check for cover charge — Enjoy live music from East Coast's fastest growing cover band with a mix of timeless classics and today's hits.

Travis Hyll Live Concert

5:00 – 11:59 PM — Stevie D's Riverside Tavern — Cost info not specified — Enjoy live country music from renowned Southern-born artist Travis Hyll.

Chase Ceglie Album Release Concert

6-10 p.m. — The JPT Film & Event Center — Tickets available — Experience Chase Ceglie's theatrical musical world at the release of his new album, featuring an eclectic mix of talents.

O Brother, Where Art Thou? with Live Music from Princess June

7-10 p.m. — The JPT Film & Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy the classic film accompanied by live musical performances.

Sugar Live at the Charlestown Rathskeller

8-11 p.m. — The Charlestown Rathskeller — $20 online, $25 at the door — Experience an unstoppable dance party with the high-energy band Sugar delivering timeless hits and modern anthems.

NIM Fest (Newport Independent Music Festival)

3-6 p.m. — King Park — Free entry — Experience live local music every Sunday in July and August at the scenic King Park Gazebo.

Sunset Tours of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Edgewood Yacht Club — Ticketed entry — Experience a historical tour of a restored lighthouse as the sun sets.

Morning Tours of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse

9:00 – 11:30 AM — Edgewood Yacht Club — Admission required — Step back in time on a tour of a fully restored historical light station.

NIMFEST 2026

3-6 p.m. — King Park Gazebo — Free entry — Enjoy live music at the Newport Independent Music Festival every Sunday in July and August.