Puddingstone returns to Belmont Chapel with “From Salon to Tango” performance
Harpist Amanda Romano Foreman and BSO flutist Clint Foreman bring centuries of music to Newport on March 8
What’s in the Dash: Real voices from older Rhode Islanders
There are small steps, sometimes so small they’re barely noticeable that can make our shared responsibility as humans a little easier to carry.
Comic – Sour Grapes: Nap time
Sour Grapes is a comic about “Aesop”, a miserable flying dog and his odd friends, all living in a problematic and troubled world.
Newport Art Museum launches the Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney Society
New fund will support ambitious exhibition programs, including a 2028 Edward Mitchell Bannister exhibition
Gerry Goldstein: ‘Honest Abe’ refused some heavy handouts
As his 217th birthday approaches Feb.12, and as we watch corruption, chaos, and murder sanctioned by the current White House, we would do well to contemplate this warning from our 16th president
7-Day Weather forecast for Newport County
Here’s what’s on tap for weather this week and weekend.
Seahawks ride their ‘Dark Side’ defense to a Super Bowl title, pounding the Patriots 29-13
The “Dark Side” defense carried Sam Darnold and the Seattle Seahawks to a Lombardi Trophy.
Snow Report: Mountain Conditions at New England Ski Resorts
A look at how much snow has fallen and how conditions are at ski resorts across New England.
What Sold: A look at 9 recent sales across Newport County (Feb. 2-6)
Last week alone, nine properties officially traded hands in the MLS across condos, single-family homes, and multifamily properties. That steady flow of sales is a great indicator that the market is active and healthy.
Drake Maye and the Patriots take on Sam Darnold and the Seahawks in Super Bowl 60
After two weeks of hype and anticipation, the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks will face off in Super Bowl 60 at Levi’s Stadium on Sunday.
Blanchard’s goal lifts East Bay Riptide past Northern RI Yeti in Sophie’s Squad mental health awareness game
Friday night’s game at Portsmouth Abbey raised funds and awareness for athlete mental health
Bill would update references to ‘elderly’ in state law
Legislation introduced by Rep. Carson would replace outdated terms, give older Rhode Islanders a voice in state planning
Obituary: Jacqueline Ferreira
July 4, 1940 — January 14, 2026
Celts rally from 22-point deficit to edge Heat, 98-96
Jaylen Brown had 29 points while Payton Pritchard scored 24 points to help the Boston Celtics make their biggest comeback of the season, rallying from a 22-point deficit to defeat the Miami Heat 98-96 on Friday night.
Trump ends Obama-era restrictions on commercial fishing in protected area off New England
President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Friday reopening a huge swath of protected sea in the Atlantic Ocean to commercial fishing.
Dr. Michael Fine: What’s crazy about getting into medical school. Part 1.
Instead of making it easy to apply and go to medical school, we make it incredibly difficult. Only saints and heroes survive the process.
Community Calendar
Newport, Middletown, Portsmouth and Tiverton issue parking bans ahead of weekend snow and dangerous cold
2 to 4 inches of snow expected Saturday; cold weather advisory in effect Saturday evening through Sunday with wind chills as low as 20 below zero
Obituary: Barbara Lee Williams
February 16, 1927 — January 30, 2026
Castle Hill Inn fire under investigation; restaurant could reopen ‘in coming months,’ Newport Restaurant Group says
Damage to the main inn was “significant,” but Beach Houses, Beach Cottages, Harbor House, Chalet, and wedding venue were unharmed, the company said.
Matthew Stafford edges Drake Maye for the AP NFL Most Valuable Player award
Matthew Stafford walked away with the AP NFL Most Valuable Player award and a declaration that he’s returning to the Los Angeles Rams for another season.
Bussi makes 16 saves and Svechnikov scores early goal to lift Hurricanes over Rangers 2-0
Rookie Brandon Bussi made 16 saves for his second shutout, Andrei Svechnikov gave Carolina an early lead in the first period and the Hurricanes topped the New York Rangers 2-0 on Thursday night to extend their points streak to 10 games.
Abidde’s 19 lead Albany over Bryant 65-63
Isaac Abidde’s 19 points helped Albany defeat Bryant 65-63 on Thursday.
Hayley Williams & Friends announced as first act in 2026 Newport Folk Festival lineup
Paramore frontwoman returns to Fort Adams after surprise 2025 appearance; tickets sold out in seconds
Newport City Council to hold public hearing on five-year capital plan at Feb. 11 meeting
Council also set to take up Cliff Walk restroom expansion, parking garage repairs and mooring ordinance changes
Rhode Island awards $1.23 million in grants to protect 174 acres of open space
Tiverton receives largest award — $500,000 to conserve 49 acres overlooking Mount Hope Bay