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Newport Comedy Series

The Newport Comedy Series is a production company that brings live stand-up comedy and unique, interactive comedy shows to Newport, Rhode Island, and surrounding areas. For show tickets to the 2026 series at the Newport Elks Lodge, visit southcoastcomedy.com. For discounted season ticket info or Group ticket purchases of 12 or more please contact Joe Rocco, rocjoprod@gmail.com or 401.556.5779.

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The Newport Comedy Series is a production company that brings live stand-up comedy and unique, interactive comedy shows to Newport, Rhode Island,...

The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5392 is holding a Veterans Day ceremony at 11 a.m. today at its location at 134 Shove St.

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Common Fence Point Arts & Community Center

Experience a restorative sound meditation with gongs to soothe the mind and body. This unique event is held for a $30 admission fee and offers a tranquil environment for deep relaxation and community connection.<h3>Recharge for the Week Ahead: Gong &amp; Sound Meditation –&nbsp;Sunday, May 17</h3>
Portsmouth, RI&nbsp;— Take time to reset your mind and body before the work week begins.
On&nbsp;Sunday, May 17 at 6 PM, the&nbsp;Sounding Spirit Gong &amp; Sound Meditation Series&nbsp;returns to&nbsp;Common Fence Point Arts &amp; Community Center&nbsp;for a deeply immersive sound experience designed to reduce stress and restore balance.
This isn’t traditional meditation—no experience required.
Simply
 lie back on a mat or sit comfortably as you’re surrounded by the 
resonant tones of gongs, singing bowls, drums, and bells. The layered 
soundscape guides you into a calm, restorative state—ideal for those who
 struggle with conventional meditation.
<h3>Why Attend?</h3>
<ul><li>Reduce stress and mental fatigue</li><li>Improve overall sense of well-being</li><li>Reset your nervous system before the work week</li><li>Experience deep relaxation—effortlessly</li></ul>
Think of it as an investment in your well-being:&nbsp;an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.
<h3>Easy &amp; Accessible</h3>
<ul><li>Abundant free parking</li><li>Convenient location with easy highway access</li><li>No experience needed—just show up and relax</li></ul>
<h3>Your Guides</h3>
Drumsinger A. Michelle, Russell Kramer, and Piper Padillia create a dynamic, spontaneous sound journey—each session is unique.
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<h3>Event Details</h3>
Date:&nbsp;Sunday, May 17 Time:&nbsp;6:00 - 7:30pm Location:&nbsp;Common Fence Point Arts &amp; Community Center, Portsmouth, RI Cost:&nbsp;$30 (cash, check, Venmo, or PayPal)
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<h3>Reserve Your Spot*</h3>
Text&nbsp;401-954-4674&nbsp;or email&nbsp;<a href="https://null" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">drumsinger@gmail.com</a> Subject:&nbsp;May 17&nbsp;Gong Bath
*Walk-ins are always welcome.&nbsp;

Local Event: Magic Gong Sunday

Magic Gong Sunday

Experience a restorative sound meditation with gongs to soothe the mind and body. This unique event is held for a $30 admission...

Online:<a href="https://tinyurl.com/NewportRAB" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://tinyurl.com/NewportRAB</a>
Meeting ID: 289 923 862 761
Password: AJjcKg
Call in (audio only): 1-877-286-5733,&nbsp;Phone Conference ID: 158 357 761#


You can meet with fellow citizens and representatives from the Navy, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management, and you can help plan studies and cleanups of contaminated sites.

For general information regarding the NAVSTA Newport Environmental Restoration Program (ERP) or more details on this and other upcoming meetings, go to the Navy’s website <a href="https://bit.ly/3oeFnFa" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/3oeFnFa</a>. Click on the tabs Home Page, Site Descriptions, and Administrative Record, or the links within this Navy public website. By clicking on the Administrative Records, you can search public documents related to the investigation and cleanup at ERP sites.

EPA Website: <a href="https://epa.gov/superfund/netc" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://epa.gov/superfund/netc</a>

If you have any questions, please call the Navy Co-Chair at 401-480-9583 or Citizen Co-Chair 404-259-3148.

Link: <a href="https://www.navfac.navy.mil/Divisions/Environmental/Products-and-Services/Environmental-Restoration/Mid-Atlantic/Newport-NS/Community-Outreach/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.navfac.navy.mil/Divisions/Environmental/Products-and-Services/Environmental-Restoration/Mid-Atlantic/Newport-NS/Community-Outreach/</a>

Local Event: Public Meeting - Naval Station Newport Restoration Advisory Board (RAB)

Public Meeting - Naval Station Newport...

Online:https://tinyurl.com/NewportRAB
Meeting ID: 289 923 862 761
Password: AJjcKg
Call in (audio only): 1-877-286-5733, Phone...

Public Meeting - Naval Station Newport Restoration Advisory Board (RAB)

Coast Guard Cutter Based In Newport Seizes 6K...

The "seizure represents 2.3 million potentially lethal doses of cocaine," according to the Coast Guard.

Coast Guard Cutter Based In Newport Seizes 6K Pounds of Cocaine From 3 Vessels Off Colombia:USCG

Coast Guard Cutter Based In Newport Seizes 6K Pounds of Coke From 3 Boats: USCG

Coast Guard Cutter Based In Newport Seizes 6K Pounds of Coke From Boats Off Colombia: USCG

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'Road Rage Incident' Leads To Providence Woman...

The police did not specify what type of article the woman supposedly threw at a moving vehicle.

'Road Rage Incident' Leads To Providence Woman's Arrest on 'Throwing Article at Moving Vehicle' Charge: Cops

'Road Rage Incident' Leads To Providence Woman's Arrest: Cops

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Providence Man Arrested On Gun And Cocaine...

The Providence man was arrested by the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area task force, police said.

Providence Man Arrested On Gun And Cocaine Charges: Cops

New Data Shows How RI Reading, Math Scores...

Annual national math and reading assessments evaluate the foundational skills viewed as critical for future success.

New Data Shows How RI Reading, Math Scores Compare Nationally

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Rhode Island Workers Join Teamsters Union

The workers are employed by RelaDyne in North Kingstown, according to the Teamsters.

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