⚓ What's Up today in Newport County: Tuesday, February 11

Good Morning! It’s Tuesday, February 11, 2025. On this day in 1907, the steamship Larchmont collided with the coal schooner Harry Knowlton in the worst maritime disaster in Rhode Island’s history. Read More

The Newport School Committee is set to vote tonight on rescinding Policy 1050 – Student Excellence and Success. The policy, which focuses on educational equity and inclusivity, was approved last fall but is now under scrutiny due to potential legal issues. Read More

The Town of Middletown will be installing flashing stop signs at several locations as part of a multi-phase approach to improving traffic safety. Read More

Governor McKee will be joined by General Officers, state legislators, and gun safety advocates this afternoon at the State House to call for the passage of an assault weapons ban during this year’s legislative session. The ban is included in the Governor's FY26 budget proposal, and Representative Jason Knight (D-Dist. 67, Barrington, Warren) and Senator Louis DiPalma (D-Dist. 12, Middletown, Little Compton, Newport, Tiverton) will introduce legislation.

State and local legislators will get a firsthand look at West House II, the new 54-unit affordable housing development complex, in Middletown on Wednesday. Read More

The Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center is setting the stage for romance with its Fell In Love With Films Series this week. Read More

Galantine’s Day, Valentine’s Day, and the kick-off of Newport Winter Festival and Newport Burger Bender are all on tap this week. Get a full rundown of all the events, live music, and entertainment this weekend via our weekly roundup. Read More

Between 150 and 200 lives were lost according to newspaper reports at the time.

Town aims to improve traffic safety with new flashing signs

Dan Swain to discuss year-round music education programs on Aquidneck Island

West House II offers 54 units for residents 55 and older, addressing growing need for affordable options

Currently 33 states, the District of Columbia and the United States Virgin Islands permit property owners to avoid probate when transferring property with transfer on death deeds or similar deeds such as enhanced life estate or “Lady Bird” deeds.

With just a small number of listings trading hands, one key takeaway remains clear—home values continue to hold strong, and sellers are still seeing premium returns on their properties.

This year marks the most participating restaurants, at 56 restaurants, including seven new ones.

Galantine’s Day, Valentine’s Day, Newport Winter Festival, Newport Burger Bender, and more.

Attorney’s review prompts reconsideration of Policy 1050, sparking community debate on student excellence and success

Three individuals were arrested on a various charges.