Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of December.
Good morning, Newport.
🏘️ Community
Potter League for Animals invites Rhode Islanders to foster a shelter dog from Dec.
22 to Dec. 27 during its Host a Howliday Houseguest program at its Animal Care and Adoption Center in Middletown where supplies are provided. Fosters must be 18 and live within 40 miles (experience not required).
🎭 Culture
Newport's Christmas In Newport Doorway Competition crowned winners this week when 47 Poplar Street won the Grand Prize for its standout holiday display.
Residential, Commercial and Restaurant category winners were honored during judging that began on Friday, Dec. 12.
Admiral Charles-Louis de Ternay, who led the French Navy during the American Revolution, died on Dec.
15, 1780 (at Hunter House) from malignant fever. His large funeral procession passed Washington Street and ended at Trinity Church Graveyard, marking a memorable moment in Newport history.
🎓 Education
Rhode Island colleges adjusted exam plans following community concerns after the Brown incident — URI canceled in-person exams yesterday and will hold online exams, CCRI held classes remotely, and RWU continued finals with added patrols at its Bristol campus.
Newport’s Salve Regina increased patrols to reassure residents.
📰 Real Estate
529 Forest Park is a manufactured home built in 2018 offering one bedroom and one bathroom living with off street parking and extra storage at $845 monthly lot rent plus utilities in a friendly Aquidneck Island community (ideal for first-time buyers).
Contact Tyler Bernadyn to schedule a tour.
🏈 Sports
Newport sports fans can vote online for the Longplex MVP Athlete of preseason in girls basketball until Friday, Dec.
19 at 11:59 p.m. & only online votes count & votes by email or phone are excluded.
🎉 Newport Events
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Wednesday Trivia Night
6-8 p.m. — Newport Vineyards & Restaurant — Reservations recommended — Bring your friends and a thinking cap for 5 exciting rounds of trivia with prizes.
Winter Afternoon Tea
11:00 AM – 12:15 PM — Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum — Cost TBA — Delight in freshly baked scones and a variety of sweet and savory treats with friends.
Coastal Queen's Meet & Greet with Santa Cruise
11 AM - 12 PM — Coastal Queen Cruises — Cost Info Not Provided — Experience the magic of Christmas with a festive cruise and a special visit from Santa Claus.
Frank Sinatra Christmas Celebration
1-2:30 p.m. — Courthouse Center for the Arts — Tickets required — Enjoy a festive mix of holiday favorites and classic Sinatra hits performed by renowned musicians.
National Lampoon Christmas Vacation Party
6:30-8 p.m. — The JPT Film & Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the holiday season with a classic film screening and festive fun.
Wednesday Trivia Night
6-8 p.m. — Newport Vineyards & Restaurant — Reservations recommended — Test your knowledge while enjoying great drinks and tasty bites with friends.
Alex Cohen Acoustic Performance
7-11 p.m. — Black Oak Kitchen & Drinks — Free entry — Enjoy acoustic renditions suitable for all ages in a festive setting.
Badfish: A Sublime Tribute
9:00–10:30 PM — Ocean Mist — $20 — Experience the energetic tribute to the legendary band Sublime at a local favorite venue.
New Year's Eve Celebration at Gas Lamp Grille
9:30 PM – 1:00 AM — Gas Lamp Grille — Menu pricing varies — Indulge in gourmet entrees while ringing in the New Year in style.
Earl Knightwood Band Performance
7-10 p.m. — Pancho O' Malleys — Tickets required — Enjoy a lively evening of R&B, Soul, Modern Blues, and New Orleans funk with the Earl Knightwood Band.
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