Good morning, Newport.

Aquidneck Island Village marked its first anniversary by honoring valued volunteers like Christine Peterson, and it shared stories such as Anna Barbieri’s lasting friendship with a senior after helping with nearly 500 service requests since June 2024.

Leaders said the group will soon expand social programs—like weekly Wednesday walks and book groups—to better support seniors on the island amid a growing care shortage.

A state prosecutor who refused to leave the Clarke Cooke House on Aug.

14 was arrested by Newport Police and placed on unpaid leave for six months, Attorney General Peter Neronha announced on Aug. 25—she is now charged with willful trespass.

The BAT Mobile will be deployed for DUI checks Labor Day weekend at Park Square on the Woonsocket—North Smithfield line Friday from 8 p.m. to 4 p.m. and at John F.

Kennedy Elementary School in Middletown Saturday from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m., with local police and RISP joining forces to keep holiday celebrations safe.

A collection of rare Rhode Island historical artifacts from the Brown, Herreshoff, and DeWolf families will be offered for auction by Nye and Company Auctioneers next month in Bloomfield, New Jersey — the two-day event is set for Sept.

10-11 and will feature star pieces such as 18th-century furniture linked to John Brown and Newport cabinetmaker John Goddard. This sale connects Rhode Island’s mercantile past with its maritime legacy.

On Aug. 22, Newport celebrated the opening of its new Rogers High School on Wickham Road with a ribbon-cutting ceremony that brought hundreds of students, teachers, parents, and local officials.

The three-story facility cost about $130 million, houses around 770 students, and features modern natural light and a refurbished fitness center—additions that mark a long-planned upgrade for the community.

The Middletown School Committee voted on Aug.

21 to reject regionalization talks with Newport due to financial concerns, lack of supporting legislation, and the desire to keep local committee autonomy — one member recused himself over a conflict of interest. The committee said shared service agreements will be explored as the district focuses on completing the school construction project and preparing for the next academic year.

Six municipalities use school zone speed cameras that issue $50 tickets for speeding from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. on school days—Newport will begin enforcing its new camera on Admiral Kalbfus Road starting Tuesday, Sept 2 as schools resume.

In September, fewer buses will run as RIPTA’s board approved a plan to cut service on 46 of 58 routes—mostly off-peak and weekend trips—and to raise fares to help fill a $10 million gap.

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.

Baby Bookworms Storytime

9:30-10:15 a.m. — Newport Public Library — No registration required — Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and playtime for babies aged 0-24 months.