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Wednesday, February 4th, 2026
Good morning, Newport. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Newport County hosts several events this weekend. The Middletown Fire Department holds a fire truck push-in on Feb. 7 (10 a.m.–noon), Salve Regina University presents 'Soul Traffic' at Casino Theatre Feb. 5-7, and the Newport String Project and Tiverton’s Valentine’s Market offer music and local fare Feb. 7-8. The Newport Daily News
- ➤ The fifty-fifth annual Reverend Robert L. Williams National Black History Program will be held at Rogers High School Auditorium on Friday, Feb. 13 at 9:30 a.m. The one-hour event (which will include scholarship awards for two students and one adult) will honor local achievements. Newport This Week
- ➤ Six top preservation leaders will meet at Rosecliff on Thursday, Feb. 12 to discuss America 250's role in shaping commemorative storytelling and preservation efforts. A reception starts at 5:30 p.m. before the panel from 6 to 7 p.m. via Zoom. What's Up Newp
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Rhode Island’s economy showed mixed results in Q4 2025, with employment growing by 3,800 jobs + the unemployment rate dropping to 4.3 percent as in-state jobs and sales tax receipts declined. The report from Bryant University and the RI Public Expenditure Council was released Tuesday. What's Up Newp
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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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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.
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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.
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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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Dumpling Eating Contest
12-4 p.m. — Yagi Noodles — Entry fee applies — Get ready to stuff your face at the 4th Annual Dumpling Eating Contest!
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