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Thursday, January 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Newport. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Potter League for Animals holds its Annual Meeting on Jan. 28 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Newport Harbor Hotel and Marina to honor a gift and feature keynote Hanna Lentz. The Harbormaster’s Office will run a lottery for dinghy and kayak racks at King Park and Willow Street Feb. 1-28. The Newport Daily News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, the James Beard Foundation (a culinary awards program) announced semifinalists for restaurant and chef awards including Newport’s Jasmine Watson of Audette and Kevin O'Donnell of Giusto, with finalists to be named on March 31 and winners honored in Chicago on June 15. WJAR NBC 10
- ➤ Newport offers three weekend events: JAC Frost at Jamestown Arts Center on Jan. 24, 7-10 p.m. with a digital art dance, Friday skating at St. George’s ice rink from 7-9 p.m., and the Fakes and Forgeries exhibit at Spring Bull Gallery (open until March 1). The Newport Daily News
- ➤ Two classic silent films with live musical scores will play at the Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center this winter. Jeff Rapsis will perform an improvised synth-piano score for 'Metropolis' on Jan. 29 at 7 p.m. + for '7th Heaven' on Feb. 15 at 1:30 p.m. What's Up Newp
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ South County Health Center for Women’s Health now welcomes patients at its Newport location, offering personalized care for women navigating menopause (typically affecting ages 45 to 55) and beyond. Providers emphasize proactive screenings and tailored treatments as they begin accepting new OB-GYN patients. What's Up Newp
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ With winter storms expected to hit soon, Newport residents can protect their homes by insulating pipes, setting thermostats above 60°F, and allowing a slow drip from indoor faucets. Authorities advise draining outdoor spigots and checking the forecast (via the National Weather Service) to avoid costly damage from freezing pipes. The Newport Daily News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Families and first-time buyers can explore housing options for under $500,000 on Aquidneck Island. A list features condos, ranches, and manufactured homes in Newport, Middletown, & Portsmouth that offer coastal access and essential amenities. What's Up Newp
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, Rogers, Tiverton & Middletown athletes took part in the Sullivan Meet at Providence Career & Technical Academy, where the Rogers boys team finished fifth with 44 points and athletes like Jakari Medina and Brady Joslyn earned second-place finishes in the 55-meter hurdles and 600-meter run. What's Up Newp
- ➤ Eight high school athletes from Newport County schools earned All-State honors for their fall season performance, with standout players from Portsmouth, Rogers, and Tiverton among them. The selections, published by the Providence Journal, highlight local school sports achievements. The Newport Daily News
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Aztec Two-Step 2.0 Concert
7:30-10 p.m. — Courthouse Center for the Arts — Ticketed event — Experience the folk/rock sounds of Aztec Two-Step 2.0 blending musical narratives and warm harmonies.
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Back In Black - Tribute to AC/DC
9:00-11:59 p.m. — Ocean Mist — Ticket prices vary — Rock out to classic AC/DC hits with this electrifying tribute concert.
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Musical Salon Series: Romanticism & Musical Poetry
6:30 – 8:15 PM — Rough Point — Small bites and drinks included — Experience the poignant beauty of piano trios from celebrated composers alongside literary readings.
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Newport Winter Glendi 2026
6:00 PM - 12:30 AM — Wyndham Newport Hotel — Full donation event — Enjoy a night of dinner, drinks, and live dance performances to support local charities.
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You Got Gold - John Prine Tribute
4:30-8:30 p.m. — The JPT Film & Event Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the music and legacy of John Prine with a heartfelt tribute performance.
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An Evening with Violinist Rachel Barton Pine
7:30 p.m. — Rosecliff — Ticket prices vary — Experience the virtuosic talent and soulful musicianship of acclaimed violinist Rachel Barton Pine.
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In Bannister’s Footsteps Exhibition
2-3:30 p.m. — Bristol Art Museum — Free entry — Explore the life and work of Edward Mitchell Bannister in this special art exhibition.
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Beatles Tribute Concert
7:30 p.m. — Courthouse Center for the Arts — Tickets available — Experience Boston’s celebrated Beatles tribute band performing classic hits from 1962–1966.
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30th Annual WINEterfest
11:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Newport Vineyards & Restaurant — $45 General Admission — Celebrate Valentine's Weekend with wine, beer, and friendly competitions to warm you from the winter chill.
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Winter Fest Princess Party
1-3 p.m. — OceanCliff Hotel — $ — Get ready for a magical time where little ones can meet their favorite princesses.
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