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Good morning, Newport. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Newport Pickleball Club in Aquidneck Island, offering 11 indoor courts and various amenities including a restaurant, opened to provide a communal space for entertainment and activity.  WJAR NBC 10

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Four people and a cat were displaced due to a basement fire in their Newport home on Christmas Eve, with no injuries reported.  ABC6

CRIME NEWS

  • The Newport Police Department released its arrest and dispatch logs for December 24-26, 2024, detailing a single arrest and ongoing community safety operations.  What's Up Newp

CULTURE NEWS

  • Annual holiday decoration of mansions in Newport, RI, draws visitors with its festive displays.  The Newport Daily News

ECONOMY NEWS

  • The Mega Millions jackpot is set to exceed $1.15 billion, marking it as the fifth-largest in the game's history, with the next drawing scheduled for December 27.  The Newport Daily News

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Rhode Island College President Jack Warner promotes the value and affordability of their education, emphasizing the HOPE scholarship for economic and academic success.  WJAR NBC 10

HEALTH NEWS

  • Northwest Naturals recalls cat food in Rhode Island following a cat's death linked to bird flu contamination.  The Newport Daily News

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • Yawgoo Valley in Rhode Island has opened its ski and snowboard slopes before Christmas for the first time in years, thanks to favorable snow conditions.  WJAR NBC 10

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Lynyrd Skynyrd Experience – Sons of Skynyrd Concert

    This event features a tribute band that brings the iconic music of Lynyrd Skynyrd to life at the Courthouse Center for the Arts.

    Sat, 12/28/24

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  • Scenic Self-Driving Audio Tour in Newport, Rhode Island

    Experience the historic charm of Newport, Rhode Island through a self-guided audio tour that highlights its Gilded Age mansions and significant landmarks.

    Sun, 12/29/24

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  • Scenic Self-Driving Audio Tour of Newport, Rhode Island

    Experience a self-guided audio tour showcasing Newport's historic Gilded Age mansions and scenic coastal views from your car.

    Tue, 12/31/24

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  • Earl Knightwood Live Music Event

    Enjoy an evening of R&B, Soul, Modern Blues, and New Orleans funk music at Tavern on the Hill, a casual bar with a vibrant atmosphere.

    Sun, 1/12/25

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  • New Year's Resolution Brunch at Newport Vineyards

    Experience a special one-time-only brunch menu that features resolution-friendly favorites in a cozy atmosphere with a roaring fireplace at Newport Vineyards.

    Sun, 1/19/25

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  • Rhode Island Rams vs. Virginia Commonwealth Rams Basketball Game

    The Rhode Island Rams will compete against the Virginia Commonwealth Rams in a basketball game at the Ryan Center.

    Tue, 1/21/25

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  • Live Music Performance by Megan Chenot at Narragansett Cafe

    Megan Chenot, a versatile Newport-based singer-guitarist, will perform a blend of songs spanning multiple decades at the Narragansett Cafe.

    Thu, 1/23/25

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  • Dueling Pianos Live Show at Top Of Pelham

    Experience the unique Dueling Pianos event at the Top of Pelham with live performances that invite audience participation and stunning views of Newport Harbor.

    Fri, 1/24/25

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  • Greg Abate Live Concert at Linden Place

    Greg Abate, an acclaimed jazz saxophonist and composer, will perform in the historic Carriage House Ballroom at Linden Place, accompanied by talented musicians.

    Sat, 1/25/25

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