Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of July.
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🏘️ Community
Marjorie (Midge) Knerr, a longtime chef who enriched Newport’s dining scene for over 40 years, died on July 23 after a brief battle with ALS.
A private memorial service is planned in August, and donations can be sent to ALS United of Rhode Island in her memory.
🎭 Culture
The Jamestown Arts Center will host a talk by renowned Vermeer scholar Arthur K.
Wheelock Jr. on Wednesday, Aug. 5 (6 to 7:30 p.m.) that examines art history and the famed Van Meegeren affair.
Herb Caldwell, Ed.D., shares his family's journey with dementia and his mother's lasting legacy at a free screening of his film My Mama Joe, Hope and Help on Sunday, Aug.
2 at Casino Theater (with an open community conversation) to help families learn about dementia.
🌲 Environment
Rhode Island lawmakers considered a climate superfund bill that would charge major fossil fuel companies for local repairs from climate change.
The bill did not pass this year due to mixed testimony and ongoing legal challenges, but its sponsor will reintroduce it in the next session.
🏈 Sports
Trent Whitfield is the new head coach of the Providence Bruins after 10 seasons as an assistant, replacing Ryan Mougenel.
The Bruins will open their season on Friday, Oct. 2 at the Amica Mutual Pavilion in a pregame ceremony to raise the (2025 to 26) championship banners.
🎉 Newport Events
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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.
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