Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of January.
Good morning, Newport.
Salve Regina University’s dance program will present ‘Soul Traffic’ at the Casino Theatre (9 Freebody St) from Feb.
5-7. Directed by Lindsay Guarino, the performance will feature student work, alumni pieces and guest artists exploring the journey from chaos to connection.
A Newport man nearly missed out on a $32,000 Wild Money jackpot by claiming his prize five days before his ticket expired.
He bought the winning ticket at Joe’s Kwik Marts on West Main Rd in Middletown and said he will use the winnings to help his family.
Newport extended the deadline for clearing sidewalks until daylight Tuesday as workers cleared streets from the winter storm while a parking ban on snow emergency streets remained until 9 p.m. Monday (residents were urged to use free city lots).
A film screening and panel on involuntary discharges, arranged by Edward King House Senior Center, SACRI, and Age-Friendly Rhode Island, has been postponed (rescheduling planned) while organizers stress the need for families to learn about senior care; the event was set for Newport.
A smart home guide released yesterday offers Newport residents practical advice on selecting beginner-friendly devices for lighting, security, climate control and entertainment.
The piece explains how to choose a primary platform such as Alexa, Google or Apple to ensure Matter-enabled devices work seamlessly together.
From Jan. 19-23, only three homes sold in Newport County according to the statewide MLS, highlighting a continued shortage of active listings.
The slow market suggests buyers may face less competition until new listings appear later this winter.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Winter Fest Princess Party
1-3 p.m. — OceanCliff Hotel — $ — Get ready for a magical time where little ones can meet their favorite princesses.
Winter Mini Golf and Games Night
1-8 p.m. — Taproot Brewing Co. — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled mini golf and games night during Newport Winter Festival Week.
The Cowsills Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Greenwich Odeum — Check venue for ticket details — Enjoy the infectious harmonies of the family band that inspired The Partridge Family.
Won't Back Down - Tribute to Tom Petty
8:30-11:30 p.m. — Wyndham Newport Hotel — Ticket purchase required — Celebrate the legendary music of Tom Petty in a heartfelt tribute show.
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