Good morning, Newport! Today is Thursday, Sept. 25, the 268th day of 2025. There are 97 days left in the year.
"A Newport Christmas" Premieres Sunday, November 2 - The new Hallmark Channel movie starring Ginna Claire Mason and Wes Brown premieres at 8/7c. The romantic time-travel story follows a 1905 Newport socialite who finds herself in 2025 after wishing on a comet. Filmed at Bowen's Wharf, the movie showcases our city's timeless charm across centuries.
National Sailing Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony - TODAY - The 15th Annual Induction ceremony concludes today at the New York Yacht Club's Harbour Court, honoring 11 new members including Olympic medalists, America's Cup defenders, and trailblazing publisher Sally Helme. The public ceremony is free but requires reservations.
Newport International Boat Show Success - The 54th edition wrapped up with strong attendance and sales, featuring 10% more boats and perfect weather conditions in downtown Newport. The four-day event reinforced Newport's position as a premier boating destination.
"Rock the Beach" Gala Tonight - Newport Mental Health hosts its 11th annual fundraising gala at Newport Beach House beginning at 5:30 p.m. The beachside event expects 300 guests for this signature Newport County charity event supporting mental health and substance use services.
Heavy Rain & Thunderstorms Expected - Storm conditions with 90% precipitation chance, wind gusts up to 25 mph through today. Potential street flooding during morning and lunch rush hours before conditions improve this afternoon.
Also in today's news: Newport ranks 4th on Travel + Leisure's best East Coast places to live list. Newport City Council cancels Wednesday meeting for second time this month. Police clarify e-bike safety laws following community concerns.
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Today in Newport
Weather Forecast
Today - Showers and possibly a thunderstorm. Patchy fog after 8 a.m. High near 72°F. Southeast wind 7 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a half and three quarters of an inch possible.
Tonight - Showers and thunderstorms likely. Patchy dense fog. Otherwise, cloudy, with a low around 67°F. South wind around 15 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New precipitation amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Friday - Patchy fog before 10 a.m. Otherwise, cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly sunny, with a high near 78°F. Southwest wind 7 to 9 mph.
Friday Night - Partly cloudy, with a low around 63°F. West wind around 6 mph becoming northwest after midnight.
Marine Forecast
Today - SE wind 6 to 9 kt becoming S 10 to 13 kt in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 22 kt. Showers and possibly a thunderstorm. Patchy fog after 8 a.m. Seas 1 ft or less.
Tonight - SSW wind around 13 kt, with gusts as high as 21 kt. Showers and thunderstorms likely. Patchy dense fog. Seas 1 ft or less.
Friday - WSW wind 6 to 8 kt. Patchy fog before 10 a.m. Seas 1 ft or less.
Friday Night - Variable winds 5 kt or less. Partly cloudy. Seas 1 ft or less.
Sun & Tide Information
Sunrise: 6:36:19 a.m., Sunset: 6:37:18 p.m. Daylight: 12 hours and 0 minutes
Moon Phase: Waxing Crescent
Low tides: 3:33 a.m., 4:15 p.m. High tides: 10:38 a.m., 10:57 p.m.
Cruise Ship Schedule
Today: Silver Shadow, Amedea
Monday, September 29: Allura, Norwegian Getaway
Things To Do
9 a.m.: Free Fall Tree Program at Newport Tree Conservancy
9:30 a.m.: Baby Bookworms Storytime at Newport Public Library
10 a.m.: Middletown Outreach Drop-In Hours at Middletown Public Library
10:30 a.m.: National Sailing Hall of Fame Class of 2025 Induction Ceremony at New York Yacht Club Harbour Court
11 a.m.: Colonial Jewish Walking Tours at Loeb Visitors Center
1 p.m.: Fall Into Place - DeBlois Gallery September Open Show at DeBlois Gallery
1 p.m.: Watson Farm Walking Tours at Watson Farm
2 p.m.: God's Little Acre Lecture and Tour at Island Cemetery Newport
3:30 p.m.: Teen Dungeons & Dragons at Newport Public Library
4 p.m.: Maker Kids: Airplane Science at Newport Public Library
4 p.m.: Tree Commission Meeting at Middletown Department of Public Works
5 p.m.: Megan Chenot at Narragansett Cafe
5 p.m.: Newport Middle Passage Port Marker Project monthly meeting at Newport Public Library
5:30 p.m.: Rock the Beach Charity Fundraising Gala at Newport Beach House
6 p.m.: Changing the News: Artificial Intelligence and Journalism Lecture at Redwood Library
6 p.m.: Cigar Dinner at The Quencher
7 p.m.: André Is An Idiot (presented by newportFILM) at The JPT Film & Event Center
7 p.m.: Thursday Night Trivia at Pivotal Brewing Company Newport
9 p.m.: Blind Date Interrupted - A Comedy Experience at Top of Pelham
Live Music & Entertainment
Antonio's Pizza By The Slice: Trivia at 6 p.m.
Narragansett Cafe: Megan Chenot at 5 p.m.
Newport Craft: Trivia at 7 p.m.
Newport Pickleball Club: Music Bingo at 7 p.m.
Pivotal Brewing Newport: Trivia at 7 p.m.
Ragged Island Brewing: Trivia at 6 p.m.
The JPT Film & Event Center: Downton Abbey: The Grande Finale at 1 p.m. & 3:30 p.m., André Is An Idiot (presented by newportFILM) at 7 p.m.
City Information & Meetings
9 a.m.: Portsmouth School Committee
4 p.m.: Middletown Tree Commission
6 p.m.: Jamestown School Committee
6 p.m.: Middletown Prevention Coalition
6:30 p.m.: Little Compton 350 (LC350)
6:30 p.m.: Tiverton Planning Board
7 p.m.: Portsmouth Planning Board
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Newport Schools Superintendent reports smooth start to year with new high school building Colleen Burns Jermain highlights student enthusiasm for new facilities, successful cell phone policy implementation, and upcoming open houses across district.
Newport City Council cancels Wednesday meeting Second cancellation this month; session will be rescheduled
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People's Credit Union volunteers donate 500+ hours to combat homelessness and housing insecurity Middletown credit union closes branches for second annual Day of Purpose
Notes: Newport police clarify e-bike laws following safety concerns Department emphasizes state laws prohibit riders under 16, require helmets for those under 21
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