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What’s new this summer from The Classic Coast of Newport, Rhode Island; City of Newport’s Fourth of July Fireworks display returns on July 4; and more.

Jun 05, 2024

City of Newport’s Fourth of July Fireworks display returns on July 4

In an effort to make this year’s event even bigger and better than ever, the City of Newport is once again asking the community for help to light up Newport Harbor!

Discover Newport: What’s new this summer from The Classic Coast of Newport, Rhode Island

From The Latest Hotels, Epic Sailing Races, Family-Friendly Attractions, Fresh Culinary Jaunts, and The Newly Opened Save The Bay Exploration Center & Aquarium, Here Are Newport’s Must-Visit Spots This Season

Lineup for Middletown’s ‘Music in Paradise’ and ‘Second Beach Music Series’ announced

On Wednesday, June 5, the Town of Middletown announced the 2024 lineup for their “Music In Paraide” and “Second Beach Music Series”.

NIMFest returns in 2024 with eight concerts at King Park

Eight concerts to take place at King Park throughout the summer.

Free concerts returning to Easton’s Beach in July and August

10 performances to take place at Easton’s Beach in 2024.

Legislation would allow smaller apartment buildings under residential codes

House OKs bill to enable construction of ‘missing middle’ of Rhode Island’s housing market

Middletown: State comes through with reimbursements for new school, related work

The state steps up and approves sweeping reimbursements for a new middle-high school and related work in #MiddletownRI, sparking thanks and appreciation from local leaders across the community.

Mavericks can topple favored Celtics in NBA Finals if Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving shine together

Luka Doncic scored 12 points in the first 3 1/2 minutes of the first quarter in the Dallas Mavericks’ clinching blowout of Minnesota in the Western Conference finals.

Red Sox place RHP Chris Martin on the 15-day injury list because of anxiety

The Boston Red Sox placed right-hander Chris Martin on the 15-day injury list Wednesday because of anxiety.

Discover Newport: What’s new this summer from The Classic Coast of Newport, Rhode Island

City of Newport’s Fourth of July Fireworks display returns on July 4

In an effort to make this year’s event even bigger and better than ever, the City of Newport is once again asking the community for help to light up Newport Harbor!

Rhode Island takes Climate Change into account for economic planning

New law requires state to consider climate data in economic development plans

Rhode Island lawmakers move to boost ABLE Account awareness in schools

New legislation requires schools to provide information about these federally recognized investment accounts.

Newport Police Arrest & Dispatch Log: June 4 – 5, 2024

One taken into custody.

Congressman Amo highlights Rhode Island jobs and Blue Economy Leadership in NOAA Budget Hearing

Congressman Amo discusses the recent National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Marine Operations Center-Atlantic groundbreaking and other Rhode Island priorities

Senate approves Euer bill to notify drivers of unpaid tolls

The Senate voted on Tuesday, June 4 to approve Senate Judiciary Chairwoman Dawn Euer’s bill to notify drivers of unpaid tolls before they risk losing their license and to extend the deadlines to repay them.

This Day in RI History: June 5, 1941 – Actor Spalding Gray born in Providence

Iconic actor and writer

Newport Gulls start the 2024 season off with a win over Martha’s Vineyard Sharks

Behind a stellar outing on the mound from Adam Maher and an impressive performance from Garrett Staton, the Newport Gulls came out on top 4-1 against the Martha’s Vineyard Sharks to open up the 2024 season.

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What’s Up on Wednesday

Did you miss our newsletter this morning? Get caught up on all that’s happening, new, and to-do today and tonight.

What's Up in Newport: Wednesday, June 5

Ryan M. Belmore

June 5, 2024

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What’s Up on Thursday

Weather

Thursday: Showers and thunderstorms before 4 pm, then a slight chance of showers between 4 pm and 5 pm. Some of the storms could produce heavy rainfall. Areas of fog before 1 pm. High near 71. South wind 8 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. The chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between three-quarters and one inch possible.
Thursday Night: There is a chance of showers and thunderstorms. There are areas of fog. Otherwise, it is mostly cloudy, with a low of around 62. The south wind is around five mph, becoming calm after midnight. The chance of precipitation is 40%—new rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Marine

Thursday: S wind 7 to 9 kt. Showers and thunderstorms before 4 pm, then a slight chance of showers between 4 pm and 5 pm. Some of the storms could produce heavy rainfall. Areas of fog before 1 pm. Seas 1 ft or less.
Thursday Night: Variable winds 5 kt or less. A chance of showers and thunderstorms. Areas of fog. Seas 1 ft or less.
Water Temperature: 58°F.

Sun, Moon, & Tide

Sunrise: 5:11 am | Sunset: 8:17 pm | 15 hours and 5 minutes of sun.
High tide at 8:19 am & 8:43 pm | Low tide at 2:14 am & 1:25 pm.
Moon: New Moon. 0 days, 0% lighting.

Things To Do

1 pm to 6 pm: Ca’ del Bosco Wine Garden at The Chanler at Cliff Walk
2:30 pm to 3:30 pm: Computer Workshop: Google Sheets at Newport Public Library
5:30 pm to 6:30 pm: “The Great Crusade at Sea” D-Day 80th Anniversary Commemoration Lecture at Newport Public Library
5:30 pm to 7 pm: Adult Intermediate Ballet at The Academy at Newport Contemporary Ballet
6 pm: ANNA FRANCESE GASS – ITALIAN SNACKING – W/ MATRIARCH at Charter Books
6 pm: Eclectic and Independent: Black Self-Advocacy Strategies, 1870 to 1930 at Rosecliff
6 pm to 10 pm: ALS Benefit Night at Rejects Beer Co.
7 pm to 8 pm: Absolute Beginner Ballet and Stretch at The Academy at Newport Contemporary Ballet

Live Music & Entertainment

JPT Film & Event Center: Andy Summers live at 7:30 pm
Landing: Mark Flynn from 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm, Justin Pomfret from 4 pm to 7 pm, Timmy Smith from 8 pm to 11 pm
Narragansett Cafe: Brian Cabral from 7 pm to 10 pm
Newport Playhouse: The Cemetery Club at 11 am
O’Brien’s Pub: Derrick Keane from 5 pm to 8 pm
Ragged Island Brewing: Trivia in the Barn from 6 pm to 8 pm
The Reef: Randy Robbins at 7 pm
Top of Pelham: Dueling Pianos at 8 pm to 10:30 pm