Good morning, Newport.

Newport Chowder Company announced a new partnership with US Foods that will let its award-winning seafood chowder reach restaurants, hotels, convention centers, and universities nationwide.

The family-owned business—started in 2022 at the Hope & Main food incubator in Warren—now partners with co-packer Blount Fine Foods to keep its Newport roots strong.

Newport is marking Hispanic Heritage Month by celebrating its growing Latino community with events like the Broadway Street Fair on October 11th & a Day of the Dead craft event at the Newport Art Museum on November 1st.

Local groups including Conexión Latina are partnering with the Rhode Island Hispanic Chamber of Commerce to support cultural programs and services in the city.

Rhode Island hosts 10 fall festivals that give families fun times with apple picking, live shows, and local food.

The events run from today into November and include a seafood festival in Newport and art fairs in Scituate—offering many options to enjoy the fall season.

Voting for the Most Rhode Island Thing Ever contest has narrowed the field to four choices—Coffee Milk, Big Blue Bug, Bristol 4th of July Parade, and Rhode Island Accent.

Voters will cast ballots during Round 3 until 11:59 p.m. Sept. 29 and then vote in the finals starting Tuesday, Sept. 30 at noon.

Over 1,200 Hollywood insiders, including local native Debra Messing, signed a letter that rejects the Film Workers for Palestine boycott against Israeli film institutions and calls the pledge discriminatory—stating that the boycott erases dissenting voices and shields Hamas from blame.

Newport Festa Italiana began on September 26 and will run through October 13 with events celebrating Italian heritage—featuring traditional food nights, cheese-making workshops, live music, and a cultural parade at local venues.

Fifteen technology companies competed for $200K in prizes at the BlueTIDE event on Aug.

28th at the Narragansett Bay Test Facility and Sail Newport at Fort Adams State Park. Four companies earned $50K awards — Navy scientists and engineers met with industry experts to review emerging undersea innovations — as the event guided future Navy projects.

Newport City Council rescheduled its canceled meeting from Sept.

24 to Monday, Sept. 29 at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall after proper public notice was not given as required by law. The agenda remains largely unchanged and includes key items such as harbor ordinance revisions and major infrastructure contracts.

Rhode Island’s congressional delegation announced that fire departments in Newport, Jamestown, Portsmouth, and Prudence Island will receive $758,830 in federal grants to upgrade equipment and improve training—Newport will use $160,091 for firefighting hoses, nozzles and appliances, Jamestown $285,714 for breathing apparatus, Portsmouth $218,461 for paramedic training and Prudence Island $94,564 for turnout gear.

State and local election officials, IT staff and law enforcement officers gathered on Thursday in Newport for Rhode Island’s biennial Cybersecurity Summit—where Secretary of State Gregg M.

Amore warned of emerging threats like artificial intelligence and disinformation targeting voters. Experts from the Rhode Island Board of Elections, Fusion Center and other groups shared best practices to secure election systems ahead of upcoming voting events.

Rhode Island cideries are offering tastings this fall with hard ciders made from heirloom and local apples drawing visitors.

Readers can enjoy unique flavors at spots such as Sowams Cider Work Company in Warren, Tapped Apple Cidery & Winery in Westerly, Newport Vineyards in Middletown, or buy Turncoat Cidery products statewide — each highlighting a special taste of the season.

Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ranks Rhode Island counties by the median year their homes were built—many dating to 1939 or earlier—and shows these historic houses often need costly updates like asbestos removal and new wiring.

Last weekend, 60 homes hosted open houses in Newport County as sellers adjusted prices and buyers showed renewed interest in a balanced market—MLS data indicated 295 active listings ranging from condos to single-family homes, with many priced under $1 million.

On September 26th, 1983, Australia II defeated Liberty in Newport—ending the New York Yacht Club’s 132-year winning streak—to win the America’s Cup trophy.

The victory marked the first successful challenge to a long-held Cup and remains a historic moment in sailing.

Dudemanbro

9 PM – 11:59 PM — Ocean Mist — No cover charge — Chill vibes and groovy roots rock reggae-ish music with good company.

North Kingstown Firefighters Blazing Trail 5K

10 a.m. — Ryan Park — Supports local firefighters — Experience a scenic trail run while benefiting the North Kingstown Firefighters Association.

2025 Concours d’Elegance

8:30 AM – 4:00 PM — The Breakers — General admission required — Experience over 150 classic cars competing for the prestigious Best of Show trophy.

Jim Robitaille: Tom Casale Quartet Concert

6-10 p.m. — Borealis Coffee Company — Admission details TBD — Experience a night of captivating guitar music from award-winning composer Jim Robitaille.

2025 Amica Newport Marathon

7:30 AM – 1:30 PM — Easton's Beach — Registration fees apply — Experience the breathtaking oceanfront scenery at this award-winning marathon.

NEHRA's Annual Conference

9 AM – 10 AM — Newport Harbor Island Resort — Registration required — A vibrant gathering for HR professionals to deepen their connections and enhance their skills.

Fall for Lucy's Hearth

6-9 p.m. — Newport Art Museum — Supporting families experiencing homelessness — An evening benefiting a vital local shelter and transitional housing program.

Harvest Festival Weekend

4-6 p.m. — Newport Vineyards & Restaurant — Celebrate the fall harvest with wine tastings and festive activities.

Dueling Pianos at the Top of Pelham

8 PM - 1 AM — One Pelham East Bar & Grill — 21+ event — Experience Newport's only Dueling Pianos show with stunning harbor views and interactive performances.

Dueling Pianos Late Show at Top Of Pelham

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Dueling Pianos Bar at Top Of Pelham — 21+ event — Experience a lively night with audience-requested music and stunning views of Newport Harbor.