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Tuesday, October 28th, 2025
Good morning, Newport. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bobby Cowsill, a founding member of the 1960s pop group the Cowsills, will perform at Belmont Chapel at Island Cemetery for two intimate shows — scheduled for 6 p.m. on Dec. 4 and 5 — at 30 Warner Street in Newport. Tickets cost $65 and are available on Island Cemetery's website. What's Up Newp
- ➤ Netflix will debut Guillermo del Toro’s new Frankenstein on November 7. Newport’s Jane Pickens Theater will show James Whale’s classic Frankenstein — an enduring film — on October 30 with Jeff Rapsis providing a live musical score and a post-screening conversation. Newport This Week
- ➤ Newport’s Charter Books will host Anthony Amore on November 5 at 6 p.m. to discuss his upcoming book, The Rembrandt Heist—detailing the infamous 1975 theft of a Rembrandt painting from the Boston Museum of Fine Arts—in a free event that requires an RSVP. Newport This Week
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Community College of Rhode Island will host Cybersecurity Pathways and Practices, a free event on October 29th at One John H. Chafee Blvd. where industry professionals will share their personal cyber career stories & key skills at 6 p.m. after check-in begins at 5:30 p.m.; attendees can try interactive activities, including a live Cyber Range demonstration & an info session on high school technology programs from Newport Area Career and Technical Center. What's Up Newp
- ➤ Newport Superintendent of Schools Colleen Burns Jermain joined Bill Bartholomew today to discuss potential regionalization of Newport and Middletown public schools—Middletown Councilor Charlie Roberts offered his perspective. Newport This Week
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The R/V Endeavor—the nation’s oldest research vessel—was retired last month from URI’s Narragansett Bay campus after 49 years of studying ocean currents, and scientists say its work on the Gulf Stream will live on. A new vessel called Narragansett Dawn will arrive in 2027 to continue the research as funding concerns persist. The Public's Radio
- ➤ State health and environmental officials warned people to avoid Upper Melville Pond after finding a harmful algae bloom. They advised locals not to swim, fish, boat or kayak there because the bloom can make people and pets sick—health officials said. What's Up Newp
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Newport Mental Health was named a Regional Access Point by the Rhode Island Executive Office of Housing—joining a new state network that helps people in need of housing and support services. The center offers walk-in visits at 42 Valley Road in Middletown and is available by phone and outreach during regular business hours. What's Up Newp
- ➤ City officials in Newport say the custom lifeguard chairs at Easton's Beach—measuring 15 to 16 feet tall—are the tallest in the country, a claim backed by the late lifeguard captain George Clarke. Officials will stand by this claim until it is disproven, noting that no other community has a record of tower heights. The Newport Daily News
- ➤ On Monday, Middletown activated school speed zone cameras after a speed study recorded 9,088 violations in a five-day period—drivers receive a 30-day warning and will face civil citations starting November 26 if they continue to speed. WJAR NBC 10
- ➤ Newport City Council approved two grant applications to the RI Department of Environmental Management’s Recreation Development Grant Program—one grant may offer up to $125,000 to upgrade Murphy Field and another may provide up to $500,000 for enhancements at the skatepark on John Chafee Boulevard. The larger grant would fund a new splash pad, restrooms and seating—amenities first proposed in 2017 to boost local recreation. The Newport Daily News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ High school playoff games on Monday saw Tiverton beat Pilgrim 2-1 in boys soccer — Colby Lopes scored twice to secure a quarterfinal spot — while field hockey and volleyball matches advanced with strong performances; today, the schedule features additional soccer, hockey and tennis matchups. The Newport Daily News
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Halloween Party and Trick-or-Treat
3-7 p.m. — George Hail Library — Family-friendly fun — Enjoy crafts, games, and spooktacular trick-or-treating in costume for little ghosts and goblins.
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Dueling Pianos at the Top of Pelham
8 p.m. – 1 a.m. — One Pelham East Bar & Grill — Ticket reservations recommended — Experience a lively dueling pianos show with audience interaction in a scenic Newport venue.
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Bearly Dead: Grateful Dead Tribute
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Greenwich Odeum — Ticket prices vary — Experience a vibrant Grateful Dead tribute band that brings exciting energy to the stage.
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Cars & Coffee — Trunk or Treat
11 AM – 12 PM — Fort Adams Trust — Entry fee, canned goods donation — Enjoy a festive morning with cars, coffee, and community spirit.
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Willie J Laws with the Ocean Mistics
5-9 p.m. — Ocean Mist — Ticketed event — Experience a night of modern funky Blues with Willie J Laws and the Ocean Mistics.
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Uncorking the Possibilities: Food, Wine & Beer Tasting
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Newport Vineyards & Restaurant — Ticketed event — Savor exquisite wines and beers accompanied by live jazz from the Lois Vaughan Jazz Trio.
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Pivot Point Exhibit Opening Night
5-7 p.m. — CUSP Gallery & Lifestyle — Free entry — Celebrate the inaugural fine art exhibition showcasing the talent of Newport artists and enjoy a vibrant community atmosphere.
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Dueling Pianos Show at the Top of Pelham
8 PM – 1 AM — One Pelham East Bar & Grill — Tickets recommended — Enjoy a lively night of audience-requested songs at the unique Dueling Pianos performance with a stunning harbor view.
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Carols of Birds, Bells, and Peace from Ukraine
6-7 p.m. — Redwood Library and Athenaeum — Free entry — Explore Ukraine’s rich tradition of carols and their historical significance with Professor Marika Kuzma.
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Stephanie Burt-Taylor's Version
6 PM — Charter Books — Free entry — An engaging evening with Harvard professor Stephanie Burt discussing Taylor Swift's artistry and celebrity.
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