Newport This Week

06/14/2026

Gregg Allman’s blues-influenced Allman Brothers band is the focus of the new documentary “Gregg Allman: The Music of My Soul.” Documentary producer James Keach of “Glen Campbell: I’ll Be Me” (2014) and “Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice” (2019). Musician Gregg Allman’s career spanned the 1960s until his death in 2017.

Watch the film in theaters and screening June 17 at the Jane Pickens Theater and read the full review in this week's edition, in print and online at Newport This Week.
(Photos by Sidney Smith and Jeff Mayer)
https://www.newportthisweek.com/articles/film-lets-gregg-allmans-words-and-music-sing/

06/14/2026

This week is full of Juneteenth inspired events to help you celebrate. Check out the listings in print and online at Newport This Week.
https://www.newportthisweek.com/articles/juneteenth-events/

06/14/2026

Few foods are as closely linked to Newport summers as the lob­ster roll. The iconic seafood sandwich appears ev­erywhere, from waterfront takeout windows and food trucks to up­scale harbor restaurants. And don’t forget the original Easton’s Beach twin rolls now at Salty’s at Second Beach, where they have revived their much-sought-after seaside sandwich.

Get the low-down on this summer staple, a taste of Luke’s Lobster with a walk-up window on Bowen's Wharf, and tips and a recipe for making lobster rolls at home.

Get the full story in this week's In the Kitchen with Midge Knerr. In print and online at Newport This Week.
https://www.newportthisweek.com/articles/welcome-summer-bring-on-the-lobster-rolls/

06/14/2026

Take advantage of this beautiful weather to get out there and enjoy some live music. We've got the where and the when in this week's edition. In print and online at Newport This Week.
https://www.newportthisweek.com/articles/music-scene-64/

06/14/2026

For the second time in its history, the 2026 Newport Bermuda Race will begin off Fort Adams. For a spec­tacular view of the 150 boats heading to Bermuda, visit the Starting Line Fes­tival at the fort from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, June 19. The Starting Line Festival activities include ex­hibits, a beer garden, food trucks, and a Kids Zone. More information is in this edition’s special section, pages 11-18 and at BermudaRace.com/Festival.

06/12/2026

Newport Charter Yacht Show, June 22 to 25, allows industry professionals to peruse about a dozen boats in the show ranging in size from 92 to 180 feet. For Newport, the economic impact is significant, with yachts operating here from May to October. Be­sides the crew spending money on their down time off the boat there are docking fees of up to $17 per foot or higher per day, plus electricity and water fees.

Beyond the commercial benefits the charter yacht business brings to Newport, many owners believe in giving back for a good cause. Several of the yachts in the charter show remain in port and help host the Newport Yacht Rendezvous benefiting the Boys and Girls Clubs of Newport County who this year presented the Lifetime Achievement Award to charter broker Jennifer Saia . This year’s event is June 26 at the Safe Harbor Newport Shipyard.

Learn more about this important Newport industry in this week's edition. In print and online at Newport This Week.
https://www.newportthisweek.com/articles/what-do-luxury-charter-yachts-bring-to-newport-more-than-just-sailors/

06/11/2026

Nearly 100 residents gathered on June 3 in the Middletown High School cafeteria to give input to the Middletown Council on the proposed amend­ments to the zoning code regarding the develop­ment of the Middletown Town Commons. Offered a chance to officially ad­dress the council, dozens objected to commercial development of any kind on the West Main Road/Coddington property. The next public hearing will be held on Tuesday, July 14, at 6 p.m., at the Gaudet School cafeteria. The council will hear further public comment and will then take action on the proposed Zoning Code and Comprehensive Plan amendments. “Assuming that they are prepared to do so at that time,” Town Solicitor Peter Reagan said.

06/11/2026

A resolution to look into limiting hotel development was rejected in Newport last night.

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The Newport City Council met on June 10 and rejected a proposed resolution calling on city administration to present ordinance amendments and other means of limiting hotel development. The vote came despite the testimony of many residents who urged the council to take a look at the local laws and zo...

06/11/2026

Little League Night is coming to Cardines Field!
Join the Newport Gulls this Friday, June 12, as we celebrate the next generation of baseball players during Little League Night at the ballpark!

All Little Leaguers receive FREE admission, so grab your teammates, wear your jerseys, and come be part of an unforgettable night of Gulls baseball. Gates open at 5:00 PM, giving fans plenty of time to enjoy the pregame atmosphere before first pitch at 6:35 PM. Whether you're dreaming of playing under the lights one day or just love the game, this is a great opportunity for young players and their families to experience the excitement of Newport Gulls baseball at historic Cardines Field.

Can't make it to the game? You can still catch every pitch live on ESPN+ with the pregame show at 6:30PM.

We can't wait to see all of our local Little Leaguers at the ballpark for a night filled with great baseball, family fun, and lasting memories. Go Gulls!

06/11/2026

The Tuckerman coastal right-of-way has been restored close to its original dimensions following the building of a new home foundation at an abutting property. Meanwhile, local Boy Scout, Harry Jasinski, will be doing an erosion management project at another right-of-way for his Eagle Scout project. The right- of-way, known locally as either Pebble Beach, Peckham Beach and Kingfisher Avenue will include “rolling grade dips” to manage the flow of surface water runoff as part of the project.

Read more about these and other Middletown Coastal Access Alliance updates in this week's edition. In print and online at Newport This Week.
https://www.newportthisweek.com/articles/right-of-way-coastal-access-points-focus-of-middletown-meeting/