Sheila Higgins Sullivan, 86, of Middletown, RI, passed away at Newport Hospital on Sunday, January 30, 2022 surrounded by her family. Sheila was born on March 13, 1935 in Fall River, MA to Charles and Isabel Higgins. She was a graduate of Fitchburg Teachers College (Fitchburg State) and upon graduation moved to Middletown, RI where […]
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Newport Restaurant Group raises more than $52,000 for six local nonprofits through holiday gift card incentive
Newport Restaurant Group (NRG) today announced that it has raised $52,838 for local nonprofits as a result of its annual holiday gift card program. This year, NRG doubled its commitment by donating $2.00 from every gift card order to community partners whose mission focuses on food insecurity. Each partner will receive approximately $8,800 and include: the RI Community Food Bank, Hope’s […]
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Local organizations help homeless population with GED preparation and other services
Local organizations are working together to support employment, mental health, GED tutoring, and other programs that specifically help homeless individuals gain footing toward finding permanent housing. Taking steps to mitigate negative effects of the affordable housing shortage in Newport County, BankNewport, the Newport Rotary, the Middletown Baptist Church, and Newport Mental Health are providing funding […]
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Watch: Governor McKee, RIDOH host COVID-19 briefing on February 1
Governor Dan McKee and Rhode Island Department of Health Interim Director Dr. James McDonald hosted a COVID-19 briefing today at 2:15 pm.
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Third annual Aquidneck Island Earth Week will take place April 16 – 26
Town committees, non-profits, schools, and local businesses are working together to plan a week-long celebration of environmental action, conservation, and sustainability. The third annual Aquidneck Island Earth Week (AIEW) will take place this April 16 through April 26. The event is in conjunction with worldwide Earth Day festivities on April 22. According to organizers, last […]
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Obituary: Frank J Medeiros
Frank J Medeiros, 81, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, passed away on January 24, 2022 at Newport Hospital. He was the husband of Patricia (Logan) Medeiros, they were married for 49 years.Frank was born March 29, 1940, in Newport to John and Mary (Machado) Medeiros.He grew up in Portsmouth, was a regular at Green Valley Country […]
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Obituary: Gordon S. Rego
Gordon S. Rego, Jr., 89, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, passed away on January 29, 2022, in the John Clarke Nursing Center. He was the husband of the late Barbara M. (Ringwood) Rego for 60 years. Gordon was born in Newport to the late Gordon S. Rego, Sr. and Mary (Alves) Rego.He grew up in Portsmouth […]
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Foulkes raises nearly $1 million in first few weeks of her gubernatorial campaign
Former CVS executive Helena Buonanno Foulkes, who entered the Democratic primary election sweepstakes in October has raised nearly $1 million in the first several weeks of her campaign, far outraising all other contenders. Foulkes, who has said she expects the campaign to cost millions, reported a fund balance of $830,896 at the deadline last night […]
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‘Wishing Rocks’ on Beavertail Road in Jamestown sells for $3.875 million
Lila Delman Compass today announced the record sale ‘Wishing Rocks,’ 354 Beavertail Road, Jamestown for $3,875,000. According to data maintained by the Rhode Island Statewide MLS, this marks the highest sale in Jamestown and one of the top three sales in Newport County year-to-date.* Lila Delman Compass Sales Associate Nancy Cresser represented the seller […]
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Registration opens on February 1 for the Behan Bros Newport Night Run
Gather up your family and friends, and don your brightest colors! Registration will open on February 1st, 2022 for the seventh annual Behan Bros Newport Night Run, which will be held on April 9th, 2022. The 5K road race benefits the Newport Public Education Foundation and is produced by Gray Matter Marketing. The Behan Bros Newport Night Run […]
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Cranston man hits $89,723 Wild Money Jackpot
Rhode Island Lottery today announced that a Cranston man hit the $89,723 Wild Money jackpot Friday night. The winning ticket matched all five numbers drawn: 12, 18, 19, 27, 35. According to Rhode Island Lottery, the man had not played in a few months but decided to buy the ticket while at Snacks Plus, 880 Oaklawn Ave., Cranston. To […]
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Save The Date: Newport Burger Bender returns Feb. 18 – 27
After a year off due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Newport Burger Bender, Discover Newport’s “best burger” contest returns to Newport and Bristol Counties February 18th – 27th, 2022! Local restaurants will once again be throwing their buns in the ring with hopes of being crowned the Best Burger (and there is more than just beef!) in Newport. Try […]
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New Grant Program open for small businesses impacted by COVID-19; $2,500 – $5,000 grants available
Today, Governor McKee announced a $12.5 million grant program to assist small businesses impacted by COVID-19. The grant program, part of Governor McKee’s Rhode Island Rebounds down payment initiative, will provide direct financial support of $2,500 or $5,000 to qualifying small businesses who meet eligibility and need criteria. More from Governor McKee’s office; “Small businesses […]
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Kip Moore to perform at Bold Point Park in East Providence on August 20
Waterfront Concerts and 98.1 Cat Country today announced that country music artist and songwriter Kip Moore will perform live at Bold Point Park in East Providence, RI on Saturday, August 20, 2022. General admission tickets start at $39.50. Tickets for this show will go on sale to the general public beginning Friday, February 4th at 10 am. Kip Moore joins […]
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Local surfer’s One Last Wave Project helps thousands cope with grief
When he posted this TikTok video on January 4th in hopes of connecting with others experiencing profound grief, local surfer Dan Fischer didn’t know he was starting a worldwide movement to help people cope with the loss of a loved one. In less than four weeks, Fischer’s viral invitation to share the names and stories […]
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In Pictures: The scene around Newport the day after the Blizzard of 2022
The Blizzard of 2022 certainly left its mark on Newport, Rhode Island, and Southern New England. Here’s what Newport looked like on the afternoon of Sunday, January 30 following the storm that dropped 21″ of snow on the area. ICYMI – Here’s our photo gallery from Saturday, where we captured photos at 10 am and […]
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RIPTA: Routes 13, 18, 21, 27, 55, 56, 60, and 87 are currently on detour due to winter storm
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) announced this morning that eight routes are on detour today, Sunday, January 30, 2022 due to winter weather conditions. Routes 13, 18, 21, 27, 55, 56, 60 and 87 are currently on detour. Riders may expect some delays on all routes due to weather conditions and are advised to use extreme caution at bus stops due […]
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National Weather Service: Blizzard conditions were officially reached in Newport, Providence, Westerly, and Block Island
The National Weather Service has determined that official blizzard conditions were reached in Newport, Westerly, Providence, and Block Island. …JANUARY 29TH BLIZZARD IN MASSACHUSETTS AND RHODE ISLAND… BLIZZARD CONDITIONS WERE REACHED AT SEVERAL LOCATIONS ACROSS RHODE ISLAND AND EASTERN MASSACHUSETTS ON SATURDAY, JANUARY 29, 2022. LIGHT SNOW BEGAN LATE AT NIGHT ON FRIDAY, JANUARY 28. […]
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Now Hiring: 77 job opportunities available right now in the Newport area
Looking for a new gig, job, or career in or around Newport? Here’s a roundup of some of the companies that are hiring right now in the Newport area. All jobs were posted or provided to us within the last seven days and are located within five miles of downtown Newport. Are you a business […]
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Here’s how much snow fell across Rhode Island
With snow still falling and expected to for several more hours, communities all across Rhode Island have already seen significant snow accumulation over the last twelve hours. Check This Out – Photo Gallery: Snow blankets Newport during ‘Blizzard of 2022’ Below are some snowfall and wind gust reports, and the time the measurement was taken, […]
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Jamestown, Pell, Mount Hope, and Sakonnet River Bridges’ will reopen to traffic at midnight
Update – 5:55 pm 0n Jan. 29. All bridges closed until midnight Emergency vehicles permitted JAMESTOWN, R.I. – Due to dangerous winter weather conditions a travel ban is in place for all vehicles on all Rhode Island roads today until 11:59 pm. The Jamestown Verrazzano Bridge, the Mount Hope Bridge, the Newport Pell Bridge and […]
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Photo Gallery: Snow blankets Newport during ‘Blizzard of 2022’
The “Blizzard of 2022” is certainly leaving its mark on Newport, Rhode Island, and Southern New England Here’s what the scene around Newport looked like at approximately 10 am and 3:30 pm on Saturday, January 29. Follow What’sUpNewp on Instagram for more photos and video. Update – Here’s our photo gallery from Sunday, January 30 […]
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National Endowment for the Arts announces $450,000 in American Rescue Plan Grants to 6 R.I. arts organizations
The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) announced this week that American Rescue Plan Grants totaling $450,000 are being recommended to six Rhode Island arts and culture organizations to assist in recovery from the pandemic. The six organizations recommended for grants are: Alliance of Artists Communities, Providence, $100,000.Dirt Palace, Providence, $50,000.DownCity Design, Providence, $100,000.Everett, Providence, […]
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Just My Opinion: Snowstorm further challenges state’s blood supply, already at critical levels
Blood collection agencies across the country, Rhode Island included, are suffering from what the Red Cross calls “the worst blood shortage in a decade.” This weekend’s snowstorm has only made matters worse. Weather events are a nightmare for blood collection agencies, with blood centers closed for storms, blood drives non-existent, and donors slow to re-schedule […]
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Adoptable Pet of the Week: Opi
Meet your new best friend, Opi – this week’s Adoptable Pet of the Week! The Potter League for Animals shares on their website that Opi is an 11-year-old male Bulldog, American. Here’s what else Potter League for Animals has to say about Opi; Do we have a treat for you. Meet Opi, the goodest ol’ […]