Looking for romantic cities for a winter getaway? TripAdvisor done the research, trawled the reviews, and come up with a set of locations that are sure to get your heart racing. “Put simply, our algorithm analyzed reviews on TripAdvisor, identifying the city destinations with the highest percentage of reviews mentioning romance. From sunny Santa Barbara to beautiful […]
December 2017
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Waterview home in Portsmouth sells for $1.162 million
Lila Delman Real Estate International has announced the sale of 56 Strawberry Lane in Portsmouth for $1,162,500 million. Lila Delman Real Estate International was both the listing and the selling company for the transaction. Alyce Wright and Courtney van Beuren, Sales Associates, represented the seller and Kendra Toppa, Manager of Lila Delman Real Estate International’s […]
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Training Future Officers
At officer candidate school (OCS) on board Naval Station Newport, Rhode Island, recruit division commanders (RDCs) train and mentor future naval officers. Whether they’re coming directly from college or the Navy’s enlisted ranks, the men and women who enter the golden doors of OCS receive 12 weeks of instruction from their RDCs, to develop their […]
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Massachusetts man arrested in Newport, charged with 6 counts of felony drug distribution charges
The Newport Police Department announced today that on December 21, 2017, at 1:45 p.m., 35-year-old William Rudolph of 70 East Plain Street, Berkley, MA was arrested by Detectives from the Newport Police Department’s Vice/Narcotics Unit on 6 counts of felony drug distribution charges. Newport Police Vice/Narcotics Detectives in conjunction with Detectives from the Little Compton, […]
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Just My Opinion: Three Celebrations, One Underlying Message
The flame from Chanukah’s first candle flickers, the star atop a Christmas tree sheds its light elegantly, and the candles of Kwanzaa’s kinara speak of hardship and of hope. Light. It’s the light that seems to unite these three celebrations that have all come together in 2017 – Chanukah ended on December 20th, Christmas takes […]
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Newport Opera House Theater matches $4.2 million Rhode Island Creative and Cultural Economy Bond
The Newport Opera House Theater & Performing Arts Center announced it has successfully completed raising the $4.2 million that was required to match the Creative and Cultural Economy Bond grant issued by the State of Rhode Island. The $4.2 million received by Newport’s historic Opera House Theater from the State and Cultural Facilities Grant was […]
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New ‘Tour Guides & Greeters Handbook’ provides guidance and insights in fast growing industry
The Official 2018 Newport Tour Guides & Greeters Handbook (Shoreline Press [RI], 2017, $12.95), written by Kenneth Proudfoot, was released this week by the publisher. The fully-illustrated handbook includes comprehensive information about the tour guide business and the wide variety of jobs available in this industry. Each year millions of tourists and other visitors arrive in […]
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Newport live music and entertainment guide: December 22 – 24
Our Newport Live Music and Entertainment Guide is Newport County’s premier and most comprehensive source for live music and entertainment in our area. Here’s a look at all the live music and entertainment that’s worth seeing, hearing, doing, or knowing about in Newport County this weekend. Friday, December 22nd Buskers: Fiddlers Rock at 9 pmCeltica: […]
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What’s up for this weekend in and around Newport: December 22 – 24
Newport, RI – Discover all that’s happening, new and to do this weekend in and around Newport. Friday, December 22nd 2 pm, 4:45 pm & 7:30 pm – Darkest Hour at Jane Pickens Theater 5 pm to 11 pm – Newport Skating Center Open 6 pm – Winter Break Kick Off Party at Newport Skating Center 8 pm – […]
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Give the Gift of Jazz: Early Bird 3-Day and 2-Day Passes for 2018 Newport Jazz Festival
Newport, RI – Got the last-minute shopping blues? Give the gift of jazz and treat family and friends to Early Bird 3-Day or 2-Day Passes to the Newport Jazz Festival® presented by Natixis Investment Managers. Produced by Newport Festivals Foundation, Inc., the 2018 Newport Jazz Festival is set for August 3 – 5. Early Bird 3-Day Passes, the best […]
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Total Mortgage opens branch in Newport
Total Mortgage, a national mortgage company headquartered in Milford, Connecticut, has acquired and opened a branch in Newport, Rhode Island at 117 Bellevue Avenue. This is Total Mortgage’s first branch in Rhode Island, as well as the first step in a planned nationwide expansion called the “12 in 12 initiative.” Over the next 12 months, […]
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Reality TV Star to speak at Boy Scouts of America event in East Providence
Terry Fossum, winner of Fox’s “Kicking and Screaming“ survival reality show, will be speaking to leaders from the Narragansett Council, Boy Scouts of America at their annual University of Scouting event on January 13 at East Providence High School. University of Scouting is a day-long event that offers over 40 courses for Scout leaders to learn how to improve their Scouts’ experiences. Fossum, […]
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Letter To The Editor: Keep Court House Street closed
This Letter To The Editor was submitted by Jon Dember, the views and opinions expressed within are not necessarily those of What’sUpNewp, its contributers or its advertisers. To submit a Letter To The Editor, email Ryan@whatsupnewp.com. There seems to be a vexing problem with the redevelopment of the historic Newport Spring site, that needs urgent […]
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80+ companies hiring right now in and around Newport
Time for a new part-time gig, new full-time job or a new career? Start your job search right here, there are more than 80 businesses hiring right now in and around Newport. Featured Jobs Christine’s Coastal Cleaning – Assistant HousekeeperMokka Coffeehouse – Barista, Counter Server, and Short Order CookNewport Marriott – Food and Beverage Positions available at the […]
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Newport County YMCA invites community to participate in their ‘Choose to Lose’ program
To kick off the New Year the Newport County YMCA will host a Chose to Lose Program to encourage members of our community to the start the year of right and focus on their health. The Y has been working hard with Personal Trainers and Nutritional Experts to make the 2018 Chose to Lose Program […]
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Keeping a 30-year-old Coast Guard cutter mission-ready
Woods Hole, MA – Every three years, Coast Guard Cutter Sanibel’s crew halts their routine patrols of the Northeast Atlantic waters. The cutter must be pulled from its berth to undergo an intense reconditioning period to halt the inevitable aging of the 110-foot cutter fleet. The dedicated crew of 17, who perform life-saving search and rescue, and living marine […]
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Holiday Greetings from Rhode Island Troops: Master Sgt. Ryan Moriarty
Master Sgt. Ryan Moriarty, from Cranston, Rhode Island, of the 379th Air Expeditionary Wing gives a “shout out” to family and friends for Christmas from Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar. The Defense Video Imagery Distribution System provided the following U.S. Air National Guard video by Staff Sgt. Aubrey Griffin.
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NUWC Division Newport employee named Modern Day Technology Leader
Newport, RI – Dr. Lonnie Parker, an electrical engineer at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport, has been named Modern Day Technology Leader by the U.S. Black Engineering & IT magazine and the Black Engineer of the Year Award Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Conference. The award honors bright men and women who […]
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Op-Ed: Ballpark proposal is good for city and state
The following Op-Ed was written and submitted by Elizabeth A. Crowley, a Democratic State Senator representing District 16 (which includes Central Falls and a portion of Pawtucket) and Donna M. Nesselbush, a Democratic State Senator representing District 15 (which includes portions of Pawtucket and North Providence). The views and opinions expressed within are not necessarily those […]
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State Rep. proposes to end tolls for veterans and active military members traveling over Newport Pell Bridge
State House — State Representative Robert Nardolillo III (District 28 – Coventry) announced on December 11, 2017, that he will be proposing legislation in the 2018 session to end tolls for veterans and active military members traveling over the Newport Pell Bridge. “Each day Rhode Island veterans and active military members cross the Newport Pell […]
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Newport’s KEEL Vodka now on tap at Gillette Stadium
KEEL Partners LLC and Gillette Stadium have teamed up to provide fans with an exciting new beverage option at the home of the New England Patriots and New England Revolution: KEEL Vodka, the nation’s first premium light spirit at 58 calories. Former New England Patriots offensive lineman and three-time Super Bowl Champion Matt Light is […]
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Newport live music and entertainment guide: December 17 – 23
Our Newport Live Music and Entertainment Guide is Newport County’s premier and most comprehensive source for live music and entertainment in our area. Here’s a look at all the live music and entertainment that’s worth seeing, hearing, doing, or knowing about in Newport County this week. Sunday, December 17th Atlantic Resort (Middletown): The Mac Chrupcala Jazz […]
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Poll: Who would you like to see fill the vacant seat on Newport City Council?
The process to fill John Florez’s At-Large seat on Newport City Council is well underway. At the close of the solicitation for applicants on December 15th, eleven Newport residents applied to fill the remaining term on the Council. The six remaining members of Council will interview all applicants this week, the person selected will serve for the remainder of […]
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What’s up for this week in and around Newport: December 17 – 23
Newport, RI – Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County this week. Sunday, December 17th 8 am – A Day of Grace at SpaFjor at Hotel Viking 10 am – St Petersburg Men’s Ensemble at Emmanuel Church 11 am – Dashing Through The Snow at Newport Playhouse & Cabaret Restaurant 11 am – Nutcracker Tea at Hotel Viking […]
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Ho Ho Home Security Can Save You Money!
During December most of are busy hunting, gathering and hauling home a stash of gifts for everyone on our “nice” lists. Home security is likely the last thing property owners are thinking about when dashing to a family event or staying late at work for the annual office party. Empty homes, distracted owners (did I […]