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Today's riddle: I'm a rock group with 4 members; one member was assassinated. What am I? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Newport City Council to take up bicycle ordinances, Cliff Walk fencing bid Sept. 16 (whatsupnewp.com) — Newport residents can weigh in as the City Council meets Sept. 16 to consider new bicycle ordinances, Cliff Walk fencing, a dog park agreement, and federal safety grants. The docket also includes entertainment licenses and a long list of local events, from Newport Live concerts and Trinity's pumpkin patch to Sail for Pride and Newport Contemporary Ballet performances.
2. Bird Sculptures Flock to Norman Bird Sanctuary (newportthisweek.com) — Newport County art lovers can explore a new flock of bird sculptures by artist Austin Eddy at Norman Bird Sanctuary, blending contemporary art with the natural setting. The story explains how Art&Newport continues bringing innovative exhibits to Newport, including earlier shows at historic sites, and invites residents to learn more about the project's scope and themes of community and togetherness.
3. List: 9/11 remembrance ceremonies scheduled across Rhode Island and Massachusetts (turnto10.com) — Newport residents can observe the 25th anniversary of Sept. 11 at a noon remembrance ceremony and wreath-laying at the U.S. Naval War College. The schedule also lists numerous ceremonies across Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts throughout Friday, offering several options for those who wish to pay their respects.
4. IYRS taking applications for scholarship supporting women in the marine trades (whatsupnewp.com) — Women in Newport working in marine trades or advanced manufacturing may be eligible for IYRS's 2026 Glo Tech Scholarship, which supports professional development. Applications are open through Nov. 15, and last year's award helped Newport's Marie Ostrand pursue her Yachtmaster certification, highlighting a clear path for local women to advance their technical careers.
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