Good Morning! It’s Friday, January 10.

In a game that kept fans on the edge of their seats, Middletown High School’s boys basketball team pulled off a razor-thin 47-46 win against Tiverton High School on Thursday night. What’sUpNewp photographer Justin Walker was on hand for the game. Recap & Photo Gallery

What’sUpNewp is rolling out a new weekly series called “Voices of Rhode Island” to bring expert commentary on issues that matter to Ocean State residents. Read More

The Newport Police Department is having a Valentine’s Day card contest! In a Facebook post, the department says they want the students of Newport to create Valentine’s Day cards that will be distributed to a local nursing home and our active military. Read More

On tap this weekend: Newport Seal Tours, Hoods Up Weekend, Puss In Boots, Winter Speaker Series, and more. Things To Do This Weekend

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Last-second victory sees Middletown improve to 3-5, while Tiverton remains winless at 0-6 in Division 2 play.

‘Voices of Rhode Island’ to offer in-depth analysis on pressing state issues every Sunday

Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Rhode Island. Gas prices are as of January 9.

Brayden Point reached 600 career points with a power-play goal, Andrei Vasilevskiy made 27 saves and the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Boston Bruins 4-1 on Thursday night.

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Kentucky pup seeks forever home, offering unconditional love and unwavering loyalty

Annual charity event aims to assist Middletown family and NAMI RI while pitting police against firefighters

Jamestown to study water system expansion, Portsmouth to upgrade park lighting with Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank funding.

New season will feature compilations and conversations with Hall of Famers and other legends, focusing on eight themes and pivotal moments in tennis history.

Legislation would end the twice-yearly change and make Daylight Saving Time permanent nationwide. 

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Sunny, with a high near 40. Northwest wind 9 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 31 mph.

Small Craft Advisory | NW wind 12 to 15 kt, decreasing to 8 to 11 kt in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 27 kt. Sunny. Seas 1 ft or less. Coastal Water Temperature: 43°F.

Sunrise at 7:10 am. Sunset at 4:35 pm. High tide at 4:22 am and 4:49 pm. Low tide at 11:09 am and 10:10 pm. The lunar phase is a Waxing Gibbous.