⚓ What's Up today in Newport County: Friday, February 7

Good Morning! It’s Friday, February 7, 2025.

Rogers High School’s boys basketball team pulled off a 49-40 overtime victory against Tiverton High School on Thursday night. What’sUpNewp’s Justin Walker was on hand for the game and shares a recap and photo gallery.

The City of Newport held a Thursday night workshop on Easton’s Pond. The meeting ran just over two hours and can be watched here.

A Winter Storm Watch is in effect for Saturday evening through Sunday afternoon, with 5 - 8” of snow possible. Read More

On Wednesday, the 2025 Newport Folk Festival completely sold out within minutes. On Thursday, the festival made its first lineup announcement, sharing that Jeff Tweedy will be appearing at Fort Adams on Sunday, July 27.

What’sUpNewp’s Ken Abrams has more info on the 2025 Oscar-nominated films appearing on the big screen at The JPT. Read More

“Blind Date Interrupted.” Sounds like a Hallmark rom-com, doesn’t it?  It’s actually the name of a brand-new experiment in “outrageous comedy” debuting at the Top of Pelham next week. What’sUpNewp’s Frank O’Donnell has the story. Read More

Late-game heroics from James Largy #11 propel team to 49-40 victory over Tiverton

Residents can win $100 gift certificate by participating in online survey to shape design

This year, students at Aquidneck Island schools and those who reside on Island were invited to enter artwork or written work reflecting on their favorite Aquidneck Island vistas and consider its relationship with the changing environment.

Town Council honors young cancer warrior on her 24th birthday, recognizing her 6-year battle and inspiring community spirit

Byron Joshua had 22 points in Albany’s 68-63 win over Bryant on Thursday night.

Recognition for excellence in tourism leadership in Rhode Island

Academy Award-nominated films showing through February

Up to 8 inches of snow could impact northern CT, parts of MA and RI starting Saturday evening

Valentine’s Day event launches monthly collaboration between Newport Wine Cellar & Gourmet and Gallery Sitka, featuring local artists and curated home decor

Through the program, $2.00 from every gift card purchase is donated to area nonprofits fighting food insecurity.