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Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Newport. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of September.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ J.T. Commons, a new restaurant in the former Foodlove Market space at 1037 Aquidneck Avenue in Middletown, is now hiring workers for front-of-house and back-of-house roles—applicants can join walk-in interviews and same-day hiring from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. until September 6 and attend career fairs on September 3 from 3:00 p.m. to 6 p.m. and on September 6 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. What's Up Newp
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Newport Historical Society has partnered with American Ancestors to share its Voices from the NHS Archives database on Black and Indigenous history for millions of genealogy researchers—this project digitized over 5,600 pages and profiled more than 1,800 individuals from the 17th through 19th century. The work continues indefinitely as the society prepares for the opening of Newport’s first Center for Black History on Juneteenth. What's Up Newp
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ URI marine biologists and students are tracking sharks along our coast as warming water increases their numbers—Dr. Brad Wetherbee and graduate student Joseph Candia explained that sharks mainly eat plankton, fish, squid, and seals—and that humans are not on their menu. ABC6
- ➤ Portsmouth High School was named among the best schools in Rhode Island and the top school in Newport by U.S. News & World Report — it ranked fourth statewide and 848th nationally with a 96 percent graduation rate — showing strong academic performance. This rating highlights its success compared to other local schools. What's Up Newp
- ➤ Beth Cullen wrote from Gdańsk after touring a massive World War II museum to highlight how division over school budgets and separate administrations has cost students valuable programs—she urged Newport Public Schools to consolidate resources to expand course options and support services. What's Up Newp
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, ABC6 Chief Stormtracker Kristina Shalhoup hosted Shark Day in North Kingstown—joining University of Rhode Island experts who run educational programs and research conservation techniques that help protect local marine life, including mako sharks. ABC6
- ➤ Residents in Newport can plan to watch the Orionid meteor shower, which will run from Oct. 2 to Nov. 12 with a peak on Oct. 22 to Oct. 23 and is expected to produce up to 75 meteors per hour as dust from Halley's Comet enters Earth's atmosphere. NASA advises watching after midnight in dark areas — viewers' eyes typically need about 30 minutes to adjust. The Newport Daily News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A historic property at 2951 East Main Road in Portsmouth is on the market for $2.2M; the 2.84-acre estate includes a Second Empire Victorian farmhouse built in 1865 with six condominium units—three sold and three available—and a barn approved for conversion to four residences. The comprehensive development package gives future buyers approvals for 26 residences—six in the farmhouse, four in the barn and 16 new homes—offering immediate income potential and a chance to expand housing. What's Up Newp
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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.
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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.
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Live Music with Megan Chenot
4:30-7:30 p.m. — Castle Hill Inn — $TBA — Enjoy an evening of diverse music as Newport's own Megan Chenot performs a mix of hits from every decade.
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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.
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