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Today's riddle: Why did the burglar wear blue gloves? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Buzzing Around Newport: An Evening for the Trees — and Scott Wheeler (thenewportbuzz.com) — Newport's tree lovers gathered under the canopy at the Minnie Cushing Coleman Heritage Tree Nursery to honor retiring parks and forestry superintendent Scott Wheeler, whose 34-year career transformed the city's urban forest. City leaders, the Newport Tree Conservancy, and partners highlighted new tree walks, tours, and disease-fighting efforts that will keep shaping Newport's leafy streets and parks for years to come.
2. Newport Art Museum names Emily Manocchio director of advancement (whatsupnewp.com) — Newport residents will see a familiar face leading fundraising at the Newport Art Museum, as longtime local philanthropy professional Emily Manocchio steps in as director of advancement on Sept. 14. After years at Newport Hospital and Newport Hospitality, she'll now focus on strengthening donor relationships and expanding community support for the museum's programs and future growth.
3. BankNewport Charitable Foundation awards $26K to youth programs (pbn.com) — Newport readers may be glad to know the BankNewport Charitable Foundation has awarded $26,000 to youth-focused programs, including $7,000 for local nonprofit FabNewport's Healthy Meals Program for students. Additional grants support Star Kids' academic services and The Empowerment Factory's arts and literacy programs, extending the impact of Newport-based philanthropy to children across Rhode Island.
4. Sail for Pride Returns for 25th Anniversary, Honors 9/11 Legacy (thenewportbuzz.com) — Newport's Sail for Pride regatta will return Saturday, Sept. 26, circling Conanicut Island to mark its 25th year of racing, remembrance, and fundraising. Local sailors can enter boats 22 feet or longer and gather afterward at Safe Harbor Newport Shipyard, with proceeds supporting Folds of Honor, Tunnel to Towers, and Warrior Sailing. Organizers highlight Newport's long-running generosity since the event's post‑9/11 origins.
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