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Friday, October 31st, 2025
Good morning, Newport. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 31st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Newport leaders were honored for historic preservation at Rosecliff Mansion on Oct. 23 and Charles Allott was named to the Audubon board on Oct. 19; Aquidneck Harvest Company formed a future agreement with Sea Witch Medicinals and Newport Mental Health was designated a Regional Access Point to aid homelessness. Upcoming events include a Broadway-inspired musical at Salve Regina from Nov. 5–9, an NAACP awards dinner on Nov. 8, a Mosaic Club meeting on Nov. 20, and a free meditation program at Tiverton Public Library on Nov. 12. The Newport Daily News
- ➤ Newport residents can check a detailed guide of live music, entertainment, and public meetings running from today to Nov. 2 in the What’sUpNewp event calendar—events include a film series at the library, trick or treat at Aquidneck Park, and live shows at local venues. The schedule covers family-friendly activities and late-night parties to offer a range of choices for the weekend. What's Up Newp
- ➤ Rhode Island Foundation is setting aside $1 million in emergency grants to help feed people after federal SNAP benefits are suspended tomorrow—$200,000 will go immediately to the local food bank and $800,000 will be given to other nonprofits through its Community Partner Resilience Fund. This action comes as an estimated 143,000 residents risk losing daily food aid. Newport This Week
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Newport gets its first Hallmark holiday film as A Newport Christmas will air Sunday, November 2 at 8 p.m.—part of the Countdown to Christmas lineup. The Newport Daily News
- ➤ On Halloween, Newport readers recall the local vampire legend of Mercy Brown from Exeter. Mercy Brown died of tuberculosis in 1892 and her exhumation—done to remove her organs for her ailing brother—sparked ghost stories that may have influenced Bram Stoker’s 'Dracula'. The Newport Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On October 21, Stephanie Geller from Kids Count presented data to over 50 nonprofit leaders at Bank-Newport showing that many children in Newport and Middletown faced risks of homelessness and food insecurity as SNAP benefits and child programs were cut. The data revealed high poverty rates and a need for more educators for multi-lingual students—highlighting critical local challenges. Newport This Week
- ➤ Portsmouth Middle School counselor Kyle Spaltholz was honored yesterday with the Milken Educator Award, which brought him a $25,000 prize and an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, DC. He is the only Rhode Island educator among 30 winners and has strengthened his school by launching programs like the Minecraft for Education Club—his achievement marks a milestone in local education. The Newport Daily News
- ➤ New York Times bestselling author Colin Woodard will speak at Salve Regina University on Nov. 5 as part of his national book tour for his new book Nations Apart—he will explain how past settlement patterns affect today’s regional divisions. What's Up Newp
- ➤ Kyle Spaltholz received Rhode Island’s only 2025–26 Milken Educator Award at Portsmouth Middle School on Thursday morning — earning $25,000 and recognition for his leadership — and he will attend an all-expenses-paid forum in Washington, D.C. from June 12th to 14th. What's Up Newp
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management is hosting a public workshop at Newport Public Library tonight from 5:30 to 7 p.m. to gather community input on the master plan for Fort Adams State Park—a 105-acre waterfront site known for its historic fortification and local events. What's Up Newp
- ➤ Rhode Island has awarded $1.8 million—in tentative Winter Response Grants—to organizations to house unhoused people this winter. The state program led by the Rhode Island Council of Churches will add 281 seasonal beds by the end of November and offer warming centers, transportation, and emergency support through March. WJAR NBC 10
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ AARP Rhode Island released data showing that approximately 206,000 local family caregivers provided $2.1 billion in unpaid care, highlighting the heavy financial and work burdens many face—policy changes are urged to boost support. What's Up Newp
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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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Megan Chenot Concert
5-9 p.m. — Gooseneck Vineyards — Free entry — Enjoy a diverse mix of musical styles from Newport's talented singer-guitarist.
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The Dave Matthews Tribute Band Live
9:00 – 10:30 PM — Ocean Mist — Ticketed event — Enjoy a night of soulful tunes from a band that captures the essence of Dave Matthews Band.
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