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Saturday, February 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Newport. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Newport invites North End residents to contribute ideas for a new mural at Hillside and Maple Avenues, enhancing local art involvement and community engagement. What's Up Newp
- ➤ The City of Newport implements a mandatory parking ban to enhance snow removal efficiency, offering alternative parking options to residents. What's Up Newp
- ➤ The Newport Claiborne Pell Bridge will have scheduled lane closures from February 12-14, 2025, to facilitate areas affected by the transition to all-electronic tolling. What's Up Newp
- ➤ The Aquidneck Island Land Trust announced 27 winners of its 2024 Art & Writing Contest, celebrating student perspectives on conservation and open spaces, with an exhibition at the Newport Art Museum. What's Up Newp
- ➤ The Four Hearts Foundation is creating and delivering handmade cards to seniors in nursing homes and assisted living facilities across Aquidneck Island for Valentine's Day, showcasing significant community involvement. What's Up Newp
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center is hosting a Valentine's themed 'Fell In Love With Films Series', combining screenings of classic and contemporary love stories with live music and themed refreshments. What's Up Newp
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Rhode Island Department of Transportation will start the next phase of the Washington Bridge demolition on Feb. 10, using barges to catch debris and planning overnight I-195 lane closures for installations related to Structural Health Monitoring. WJAR NBC 10
SPORTS NEWS
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Blue Innovation Symposium 2025
The Blue Innovation Symposium is a key marine technology event in New England, focusing on education, networking, and collaboration opportunities for industry professionals.
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Risotto Cooking Class
Learn the secrets and techniques of making the perfect risotto, including its history and varieties, at this informative cooking class.
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Tusk: The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute
Tusk is a tribute band dedicated to faithfully recreating the music of Fleetwood Mac, featuring five experienced musicians performing all the iconic hits of the legendary group.
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A Very Reggae Valentine's Celebration
Celebrate Valentine's Day with dinner and live reggae music from Newport's favorite band, The Ravers, at Newport Vineyards & Restaurant.
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Bennie & The Jets: A Tribute to Elton John
Experience an evening filled with the music of Elton John performed by Bennie and The Jets, a renowned tribute band.
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Touro Synagogue Open House for Winterfest
Explore America's oldest synagogue with guided tours, multimedia exhibits, and refreshments at Touro Synagogue's open house event during the Newport Winter Festival.
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Exclusive Chocolate Tasting Experience
A special one-day chocolate tasting event featuring a treat menu and optional wine pairings at Newport Vineyards & Restaurant.
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Princess Party with Elsa, Moana, and Ariel
A themed event at OceanCliff Castle featuring beloved princesses, treats, and interactive activities for children.
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Annual Best Hot Drink Contest at The Red Parrot Restaurant
Local bars and restaurants compete to claim the title of the Best Hot Drink in Newport, with attendees aged 21 and over invited to sample various delightful beverages.
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Comedy Show Featuring Jimmy Dunn & Jessica Casciano
A night of comedy featuring stands-up performances by renowned comedians Jimmy Dunn and Jessica Casciano at the Newport Winter Festival.
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