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Plus: Spoil Your Significant Other: Valentine’s Day happenings in Newport County
What’s Up this weekend in and around Newport: Feb. 10 – 12
Newport String Quartet, Hoods Up Weekend at Newport Car Museum. Made From the Heart Artisan Craft Fair, Aquidneck Growers Market, and much more.
Clear Skies Ahead: Weekend Weather Forecast for Newport
This weekend, the National Weather Service forecasts mostly clear skies for Newport.
‘Six Picks’ Music: The best in local music this weekend (Feb. 10-12)
Carrie Underwood, Club D’Elf, The Amish Outlaws and more
‘Six Picks’ Events: What’s Up in RI this weekend (Feb 10-12)
Rumor has it there is a football game Sunday, and many of you will be celebrating the great American pastime that is Super Bowl Sunday. (Where’s that petition to make Monday a national holiday?) But there’s a lot more going on this weekend, we detail a few favorites below in “Six Picks Events.”
On the market for a new home? Check out these 16 Open Houses in Newport County this weekend
On the market for a new home? Here’s a look at what homes are hosting an open house this weekend, February 10 – 12, 2023.
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Now Hiring: 115+ job opportunities available right now in the Newport area
Looking for a new gig, job, or career? Here’s a look at some of the job opportunities that are available right now in the Newport area.
Roger Williams Park Zoo mourns the loss of beloved moon bear, Gracie
Gracie passed away due to age-related health issues and mobility problems, and was humanely euthanized.
Road Report: Schedule of lane closures and road construction projects (Feb. 11 – 18)
The following road and lane closure notices have been scheduled by the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) and Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA).
Recap: This week at the Rhode Island General Assembly
Here are the highlights from news and events that took place in the General Assembly this week.
Reading and math proficiency are at historic lows. Here’s a closer look at who’s falling behind
Among other insights, the data shows a decline in reading and math proficiency among fourth- and eighth-grade students. There are concerning demographic trends—with minority groups and students living in poverty experiencing some of the steepest drop-offs.
Jamestown Arts Center to host screening of ‘No Time to Fail’
The Jamestown Arts Center will host the screening of No Time to Fail, a timely documentary based on Rhode Island’s local election administrators who worked around the clock to secure the vote.
Mayor: City of Providence gets 1st Latino chief of police
A longtime member of the Providence Police Department has been named the city’s new police chief and is the first Latino to serve in the position, Mayor Brett Smiley announced Friday.
Rhode Island Foundation offering fellowships to college students for travel and discovery
Students can receive up to $5,000 to pursue self-designed enrichment projects that include travel.
International Skiing History Association honors the best books and films of 2022
The International Skiing History Association (ISHA) announced the 19 recipients of its annual awards honoring the best works of history published during 2022. Winners include four films, 10 books, four honorable mentions, and a Lifetime Achievement Award.
Best movies of 2022, according to film critics’ top 10s
Without further ado, here’s what films critics thought were the best movies of 2022 and what you should add to your must-watch lists.
Author Christopher de Vinck to present free, public talk at Salve Regina on Feb. 13
Christopher de Vinck will present a free, public talk entitled “Things that Matter Most: Home, Friendship and Love,” when he visits Salve Regina University on Monday, February 13.
Best big cities to live in America
There’s a wide variety of cities on this list, from East Coast staples with massive science centers to Midwest cities rooted in the lore of Route 66.
Spoil Your Significant Other: Valentine’s Day happenings in Newport County
No matter what your preference is, Newport County has something to offer everyone this Valentine’s Day. So grab your sweetheart and head to Newport for a day of love, romance, and adventure!
Governor McKee nominates six Judicial Candidates to the Bench
Governor Dan McKee today announced six judicial nominations to fill vacancies on the Superior Court, District Court, and Workers’ Compensation Court.
Rhode Island climate goals may require statewide ban on new gas hookups
The chair of the state’s Public Utilities Commission said Thursday that a statewide ban on new gas hookups could be necessary to meet the state’s mandatory target of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.
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