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Thursday, November 13th, 2025
Good morning, Newport. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 13th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Newport County has many news events this week—an art talk on Helen Hooker O'Malley’s legacy will be held at the Wyndham Newport Hotel on Nov. 19, while a pop-up food pantry has opened at Leonard Brown House to aid residents in need and Arts Around the Fire at Sardella’s Restaurant welcomes the new director of the Newport Art Museum. Other stories include the Rotary Club’s Citrus Fundraiser with orders due by Nov. 16, a new boardwalk on the Sakonnet Greenway Trail in memory of Maya L. Auchincloss, a roofing donation to advocate Pauline Perkins-Moye, a new special education program at Salve Regina University, an expungement clinic on Dec. 4, and free firearms safety training for youth on Nov. 21. The Newport Daily News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ This weekend, Newport Restaurant Week wraps up with nearly 75 restaurants offering special deals while local groups plan live events including a chorus concert at Central Baptist Church and a Candlelight Concert of Remembrance at St. George’s School Chapel on Saturday. A Holiday Show reception runs at Portsmouth Arts Guild from noon to 4 p.m. and Belmont Chapel will host a free screening of 'Tipping Point' with a Q&A on Sunday at 3 p.m. — giving locals many ways to enjoy fall. The Newport Daily News
- ➤ Today, World Kindness Day calls on locals to show small acts of kindness—such as holding doors open or giving a compliment—to brighten someone's day. The international celebration, which began in 1998, encourages everyone to perform simple gestures that make a positive impact. The Newport Daily News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Newport and Middletown are renovating the Florence Gray Center into a Community Learning Center—adding classrooms, computer labs, a telemedicine room and multipurpose spaces with $7.5 million in funding from the American Rescue Plan Act; construction began in September 2024 and the center is set to open in 2026 to boost education and health services. The Newport Daily News
- ➤ IYRS School of Technology & Trades will host its 20th annual Career Day on Jan. 24 from 9 a.m. to noon at Restoration Hall, 449 Thames St. The event—connecting employers in marine trades and modern manufacturing with job seekers including IYRS students, alumni and community members—will offer networking and recruitment opportunities. What's Up Newp
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Atlantic Shark Institute tagged its 50th great white shark, marking a milestone in its study of juvenile sharks—scientists say the data will help track where the young sharks spend their time and assess their health. This milestone comes as the institute works to fill gaps in knowledge about these animals in our local waters. ABC6
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Rhode Island Airport Corporation fired one employee and put two on leave after investigating misconduct in its Airfield Maintenance Department—employees had reported hostile conditions including threatening behavior, racial slurs, and demeaning comments, and the probe is led by Senior Vice President Jessica Damicis. ABC6
- ➤ Travelers at TF Green International Airport in Warwick say they face delays as the government shutdown continues and flight cuts cause late-night arrivals—one passenger said they landed at 2:30 a.m. after repeated delays. The House will vote soon on a bill to reopen the government, leaving many passengers uneasy. ABC6
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Janet Iacobucci, a Rhode Island doula who runs Well Nested RI — a service that helps new mothers — placed in the top six at the Mrs. America pageant in August after being hired by Olivia Culpo to raise awareness for maternal health. The Newport Daily News
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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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Holiday Mini Sessions Photography
10:00 – 10:30 AM — Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum — Details on pricing not specified — Capture your holiday memories with professional photography in a beautiful setting.
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Big Trouble In Little China - Film Screening
8:30-10 p.m. — The JPT Film & Event Center — Tickets available — Enjoy a classic film with a cult following in a cozy cinema setting.
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Hey Nineteen - A Steely Dan Tribute Experience
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Ocean Mist — Tickets required — Experience the top Steely Dan tribute band's complex musical repertoire live.
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Winter Afternoon Tea
1-2 p.m. — Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum — Cost varies — Gather with friends over tea and indulge in delightful treats.
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Thanksgiving Dinner at The Chanler
1-7 p.m. — The Chanler at Cliff Walk — Price not specified — Indulge in an elegant four-course Thanksgiving feast featuring signature dishes and seasonal flavors.
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Megan Chenot Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Gooseneck Vineyards — Free entry — Experience a night of diverse musical styles with Newport's own singer-guitarist Megan Chenot.
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Lighting of the Lighthouse
5-11 p.m. — Newport Harbor Island Resort — Enjoy a cozy holiday atmosphere with carolers, warm drinks, and festive treats as the historic lighthouse is illuminated.
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Holiday Kickoff Party for Operation: Blue Santa
2-4 p.m. — Sakonnet Vineyard — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with free visits to Santa and Mrs. Claus while enjoying delightful wines and seasonal treats.
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