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
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.
Dr. Michael Fine: What’s crazy about tetting 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.
Obituary: Barbara Lee Williams
February 16, 1927 — January 30, 2026
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
Josh McDaniels returns to Super Bowl for 10th time as an assistant after 2nd head coach firing
When it comes to being an offensive coordinator in the NFL, few coaches have fared better than New England’s Josh McDaniels.
Underwater drone catches fire on Route 24 in Tiverton; lithium-ion batteries prompt HazMat response
Lithium-ion batteries inside the 12-foot drone required extended suppression efforts; no injuries reported
7-Day Weather forecast for Newport County
Here’s what’s on tap for weather this week and weekend.
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.
Marchand scores in shootout, Panthers beat Bruins, his former team, 5-4
Brad Marchand scored in the fourth round of the shootout in his return to Florida’s lineup after missing two games to give the Panthers a 5-4 win over the Boston Bruins, his former team, on Wednesday night.
Sellers, Providence defeat Butler 97-87 in double overtime
Jaylin Sellers scored eight of his 36 points in double overtime and Providence beat Butler 97-87 on Wednesday night.
Derrick White’s 28 points power Celtics to 114-93 win over Rockets
Derrick White made six 3-pointers and scored 28 points and the Boston Celtics used a big third quarter to build the lead and cruise to a 114-93 win over the Houston Rockets on Wednesday night.
Community Calendar
Obituary: Paul Raymond Carpender
October 1, 1947 — February 1, 2026
Obituary: Janet Watkinson
December 17, 1946 — February 2, 2026
McKee: URI Medical School possible by 2030
It is possible that a medical school could open on the campus of the University of Rhode Island by 2030, with the expectation that 70 percent of graduates would remain in Rhode Island, helping address the state’s primary care physician shortage, according to Gov. Dan McKee.
White Horse Tavern named among America’s top romantic restaurants
The 353-year-old Newport landmark is one of two Rhode Island spots on OpenTable’s 2026 list
Newport issues parking ban for Off-Broadway neighborhood for snow removal
Carroll Avenue ban to follow Friday; free parking available at city lots
Sabina Matos announces re-election bid for lieutenant governor
First-generation immigrant and former Providence City Council president touts record on affordability, small business and abortion rights
Rhode Island Good Neighbor Energy Fund seeing rising demand for heating assistance as cold deepens
United Way of RI urges residents facing financial hardship to call 211 and reminds community that donations are still needed
RI Life Index: Rhode Islanders’ views on health and well-being remain stuck at historic lows
Seventh annual survey from Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island and Brown University also found declining perceptions of healthcare access
RE/MAX Results opens new office in North Kingstown
Full-service brokerage expands statewide footprint with third Rhode Island location