Good morning, Newport.

Newport Public Schools faces a $1.6 million budget shortfall for the upcoming academic year due to higher special education and out-of-district costs, and Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain said the district will use cost-saving measures to close the gap.

The district will begin classes on Sept. 3 at the new Rogers High School with modern features like adjustable lab tables and community meeting spaces—staffing remains full despite a few layoffs.

Newport Public Schools faces a projected $1.6 million budget shortfall due to special education and out-of-district costs, the superintendent said at a community forum.

Enrollment rises at Pell Elementary and staffing changes add pressure as the district readies to open the new Rogers High School on Sept. 3 — a facility with modern labs and enhanced safety protocols.

Rhode Island Assistant Attorney General Devon Flanagan pleaded no contest on Aug.27 to trespassing after she berated police outside Clarke Cooke House on Aug.14, and she received a six-month filing with six months unpaid leave — she is banned from returning to the restaurant.

Rhode Island Attorney General Peter F.

Neronha said after a Newport rally on August 26 that he and Connecticut’s AG plan to file suit against the federal government—challenging the Aug 22 stop-work order on the near-complete, 65-turbine Revolution Wind project that is key to meeting power contracts.

RIPTA will run a Sunday/holiday schedule Monday, Sept 1 in observance of Labor Day—Newport’s Transportation Center will remain open with limited customer service while the ferry shuttle to Providence follows the holiday schedule before moving to a fall timetable on Sept 2.

On August 27th, 1995, Tiger Woods won the U.S. Amateur Championship in Newport—becoming the ninth player to secure consecutive titles in the tournament, marking a major milestone in his early career.

Newport fans can now vote for the high school boys soccer preseason MVP from the Providence Journal ballots.

Votes close at midnight on Sept. 1—ballots celebrate the fall season without affecting postseason awards.

Luther Dickinson Live

12:00 – 1:30 PM — Ninigret Park — Free entry — Enjoy an afternoon of music in a laid-back seaside vibe at this annual community event.

SUGAR Concert at The Rathskeller

8-11 p.m. — The Charlestown Rathskeller — $20 online, $25 at the door — Experience Sugar’s vibrant sound on a perfect summer night.

Megan Chenot Live Performance

4:30-7:30 p.m. — Castle Hill Inn — Free entry — Enjoy the versatile voice of Newport's own Megan Chenot as she covers songs from every decade.

Dueling Pianos at the Top of Pelham

8 PM - 1 AM — One Pelham East Bar & Grill — Tickets recommended — Enjoy a unique live Dueling Pianos show with audience participation and a view of Newport Harbor.

Steve Smith and the Nakeds Live Concert

8:30 PM - 2:30 AM — The Olde Theater Diner — Tickets available — Celebrate 40 years of great music with Steve Smith and a vibrant ten-man band.

NAFI Run 4 The Kidz

10 AM – 2 PM — Vigilant Brewing — Registration details available — Participate in a family-friendly 5k benefiting children’s programs.

Dueling Pianos at the Top of Pelham

8 PM – 1 AM — One Pelham East Bar & Grill — Tickets recommended — Enjoy a night of comical and nostalgic performances with audience-requested songs at Newport's unique Dueling Pianos show.

Early Morning Sensory Walks

6:30-8:00 a.m. — Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum — Cost may vary — Experience the tranquil beauty of nature with guided sensory immersion in the morning serenity.

Dueling Pianos at the Top of Pelham

8 p.m.-1 a.m. — One Pelham East Bar & Grill — Tickets recommended — Enjoy a lively night of music with audience-requested performances at Newport's unique Dueling Pianos show.

2025 National Sailing Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony

5 PM – 10 PM — The Sailing Museum & National Sailing Hall of Fame — Admission details to be announced — Celebrate the achievements of the Class of 2025 in a special induction ceremony.