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Afternoon Update: Thursday, November 14

Afternoon Update: Thursday, November 14

Singing for Shelter ends its run – annual fundraising concert will not return this season; Newport City Council-elect calls for letters of interest for key legal roles; and more.

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Nov 14, 2024
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In Newport, the annual "Singing for Shelter" charity concert has ended its run. Over the past 16 years, it has raised nearly $200,000 for local homeless shelters.

Meanwhile, the International Tennis Hall of Fame has launched "Be Legendary," a youth program that teaches tennis history and values through encounters with Hall of Famers.

Additionally, newportFILM is hosting a one-night-only screening of HBO's "YACHT ROCK: A DOCKUMENTARY" to raise funds for its non-profit organization.

Catch up on all of today’s What’sUpNewp headlines below.

Singing for Shelter ends it run – annual fundraising concert will not return this season

Singing for Shelter ends its run – annual fundraising concert will not return this season

But homeless shelters still need your support – We speak with founder Mark Gorman about the legacy of the concert which raised nearly $200,000 for local shelters.

International Tennis Hall of Fame unveils ‘Be Legendary’ youth program

International Tennis Hall of Fame unveils ‘Be Legendary’ youth program

The initiative will teach the rich history of tennis, provide memorable experiences with Hall of Famers and current tennis stars, and showcase what it means to Be Legendary.

‘Yacht Rock’ docks in Newport: HBO documentary gets special screening

‘Yacht Rock’ docks in Newport: HBO documentary gets special screening

HBO film exploring soft rock’s cultural impact to screen at newportFILM event with trivia and prizes

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