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Trendsetter: Get to Know Local Jazz Musician Leland Baker

Baker plays an educational role with the Newport Festivals Foundation and shares his personal style.

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Summer Is Calling for Haunting Folk Songs With Thee Phibbs' Newest Album

Marsh Threading is the second album from Rhode Island based band Thee Phibbs, and it'll make you want to explore the swampy parts of Rhode Island.

Tess Lyons,

A musical ensemble featuring about a dozen musicians holding instruments and wearing bright colors.

Newport Classical Music Festival Kicks Off Its Fifty-Sixth Season

Celebrate Aquidneck’s Indigenous history, catch an evening with Broadway star Jessica Vosk, and more at this year’s three-week music festival.

Lauren Clem,

Playing It Cool at a Pride Cocktail Pop-Up

Mixologist Parker Luthman curates inclusive cocktail pop-ups for Rhode Islanders while spreading his mixology knowledge around the country.

Tess Lyons,

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Mishnock Barn is Still Rooted in Fun and Tradition

For decades, the Albro family has turned beginners into country line dancers in West Greenwich.

Dana Richie,

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Meet the Blue-Haired Farmer from Chaos Farm in Lincoln

Emily Bonci brings a fresh perspective to agricultural life on her unconventional farm.

Tabitha Pereira,

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Rocky Point Fun Facts and Memories

Did you know six monkeys escaped from the park in the thirties?

Dana Rae Laverty,

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Rocky Point Renewal

A band of community members led the charge to preserve the former park for all to enjoy.

Lauren Clem,

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The Chronicler

Filmmaker David Bettencourt recalls the making of his documentary, You Must Be This Tall: The Story of Rocky Point Park.

Dana Rae Laverty,

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The Namesake

The grandson of ‘Mr. Rocky Point’ dishes on his family’s legacy — and the famous chowder recipe.

Dana Rae Laverty,