The International Tennis Hall of Fame and FILA have launched a new partnership focused on junior tennis development. The partnership will feature multiple junior invitational tournaments hosted on the historic Hall of Fame property, a new junior ambassador program, and ongoing involvement with the Hall of Fame Tennis Club’s junior tennis program. “FILA has been […]
April 2016
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Rogers High School Student Named Semifinalist in US Presidential Scholars Program
Timothy J. Pratt, a graduating senior at William S. Rogers High School, has been named one of 689 semifinalists in the 2016 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program. The semifinalists were selected from nearly 4,700 candidates expected to graduate from U .S. high schools in the year 2016. Tim was one of ten Rhode Island students selected […]
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Town of Middletown Looks to Raise Beach Parking Fees
Parking at Sachuest and Third Beaches in Middletown could cost you a few more dollars this summer. WPRI.com has reported that the Town of Middletown has proposed to raise the daily, weekday, weekend and holiday rate at Sachuest and Third Beaches. The additional revenue would pay for maintenance of beach buildings, parking lots and restoration of the […]
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More Than 3,800 Turn Out for Presidential Primary in Newport; Sanders & Trump Receive Most Votes
Rhode Island went to the polls today to vote in the Presidential Preference Primary, below are the statewide results and Newport results, as reported by the Rhode Island Board Of Elections. 3,874 out of approximately 13,985 registered voters in the City of Newport voted in the 2016 Presidential Preference Primary. In what is known as a […]
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Newport Newswire: April 27, 2016
A look at where and why Newport is being mentioned today, locally and around the globe; Note: This is very much a live blog, this story will be updated throughout the day when/if more stories come out regarding Newport. New York Times – $1400000 Homes in Rhode Island, California and Illinois Vanity Fair – The Complicated Sisterhood of […]
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Rep. Deborah Ruggiero Delivers Grant to Support Windmill Day in Jamestown
Rep. Deborah Ruggiero has secured a $1,000 legislative grant to help support the Jamestown Historical Society’s celebration of Windmill Day this year. Windmill Day, scheduled July 16, is the society’s biennial celebration of the historic 1787 windmill on North Road in Jamestown. The free event will feature a bring-your-own picnic with music, a petting zoo […]
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Green Animals Edible Schoolyard Project Receives Planning Grant from RI Council for the Humanities
The Preservation Society of Newport County has received a $4,705 planning grant from the Rhode Island Council for the Humanities (RICH) Major Grants program to develop a curriculum for an Edible Schoolyard (ESY) Project at Green Animals Topiary Garden in Portsmouth. ESY is a national program founded by Berkeley, California chef Alice Waters, to educate […]
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City Of Newport Announces Beginning of Parking Season
The City of Newport announces the beginning of the Parking Season effective May 1, 2016 and continuing through October 31, 2016. Metered parking will be in effect from 9:00 AM until 9:00 PM daily, including weekends and holidays. The fee for parking in a metered space is $1.25 per hour in increments of twenty-five cents. […]
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Rhode Island Presidential Primary: Where and How to Vote in Newport Today
In what could be the most relevant in Rhode Island’s history, the Rhode Island Presidential Preference Primary will take place on April 26, 2016. On Tuesday, voters will vote for one person as his or her party’s candidate for president. They will also select delegates to represent Rhode Island at his or her party’s National Convention. A […]
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Newport Newswire: April 26, 2016
A look at where and why Newport is being mentioned today, locally and around the globe; Note: This is very much a live blog, this story will be updated throughout the day when/if more stories come out regarding Newport. Gazettenet – Larry Ely: AP story lowballed rising sea levelsDVIDS – To Go or Not To Go … […]
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Jerusalem House of Prayer Leaders Set to Arrive in Newport This Week
Internationally recognized Christian leaders Pastor Tom and Kate Hess will visit Newport this April 30th and May 1st with the Kingdom Breakthrough New England tour. Founder of the Jerusalem House of Prayer for All Nations Pastor Hess and his wife Kate are well known for their missionary works in Israel and other areas of […]
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Cluny School 8th Grader Hannah Marley Receives Top Award in RI Intel International Science and Engineering Fair
Hannah Marley, Cluny School 8th Grader, has won a First Place award in the Rhode Island Intel International Science and Engineering Fair (Intel ISEF), which took place on 2-3 April 2016 at the Community College of Rhode Island in Warwick. The Intel ISEF is a program sponsored by the Society for Science & the Public (SSP); it is […]
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Water Brothers Postpones 2016 Surf Fest, Reschedule Event for 2017
Organizers of Water Brothers Surf Fest VI have announced that they have decided to postpone their 2016 event and have rescheduled it for July 8th, 2017. “Yes it’s official. We have decided to postpone WB Surf Fest to next July 8th , 2017. We are thankful for all of you who look forward to coming annually, and to our WB […]
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Singer-songwriter Brenda Bennett, a Member of Prince’s Harmony Groups, Will Perform in Portsmouth
Rhode Islander Brenda Bennett, discovered by pop superstar Prince, plays Common Fence Music with Blue Bamboo on May 14 at 8 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. The performance will take place at the Common Fence Point Community Hall, 933 Anthony Road, Portsmouth, Rhode Island. Tickets are $18 in advance and $21 at the door and […]
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Best Things To Do This Week in Newport (April 25 – 28)
Discover the best events, activities and things to do during this weekend in and around Newport, RI. Battle Chefs Finale Tuesday, April 26th at Revolving Door Restaurant Go see a new champion get crowned in the final of Battle Chefs as Chef Derrick Marquiss from Stoneacre Pantry will take on Chef Joe Dumas formerly of Salvation Café. Doors […]
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Where to Find Live Music, Comedy and Entertainment This Week (April 25 – 28)
Live Music, Entertainment & Comedy Listings Monday Diegos: Trivia at 9pmFastnet: Live music with The Ubiquitones from 10pm to 1am. No cover.Fifth Element: Live music with The Groove Merchants from 7pm to 10pmMidtown Oyster Bar: Live music with Yacht Club Rejects from 9pm to 1am. No cover.Perro Salado: Live music with Julio Amaro from 6pm to 9pm. No […]
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Newport Newswire: April 25, 2016
A look at where and why Newport is being mentioned today, locally and around the globe; Note: This is very much a live blog, this story will be updated throughout the day when/if more stories come out regarding Newport. Providence Journal – Rhode Island Health Matters for April 25Donegal Now – Chowder champ! Donegal chef wins All-Ireland […]
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Now Hiring In Newport: Help Wanted at 100+ Local Businesses (April 24)
Looking for a job in Newport, RI? Here’s our weekly roundup of job opportunities that are currently available in and around Newport, RI. In case you missed it, here’s our list from last week. Have a job to advertise? Post a Classified Ad. All jobs have been posted in the last week Featured Job Listings Admiral Fitzroy Inn – Bed & […]
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PHOTOS: Governor Raimondo and State Leaders Visit set of “The Discovery” in Newport
Governor Gina Raimondo, Senate President Teresa Paiva-Weed (D- 13, Newport & Jamestown), Representative Lauren Carson (D-75, Newport), Representative Marvin Abney (D- 74, Newport & Middletown) visited the set of The Discovery on Thursday, April 21st in Newport, RI. Cast and crew are currently filming on Bellevue Avenue, earlier this month filming took place at Newport […]
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St. George’s Cancels “Hope For Healing” Event That Was Planned for Alumni Weekend
ABC News and Boston Globe are reporting that a “healing” event/session on sexual abuse that was scheduled to take place during St. George’s Alumni Weekend has been cancelled. St. George’s was reportedly receiving threats of boycotts and other protests from victims of the alleged sexual abuse allegations who shared that it was premature to host […]
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Update on Broadway Streetscape Improvements
Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) provided the following update on the Broadway Streetscape Improvements on Friday, April 22nd. “We anticipate finishing the installation of the parking pavers, from Equality Park to Caleb Earl Street, by the end of the week, weather permitting. Concurrently, we will then begin parking area excavation from Caleb Earl Street […]
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Coast Guard Cutter Willow Changes Command in Newport
Coast Guard Cutter Willow’s crew conducted a change of command ceremony Friday at U.S. Naval Station Newport, Rhode Island. Lt. Cmdr. Mark W. Crysler relieved Lt. Cmdr. Daniel J. Twomey as the commanding officer of Willow. Rear Adm. Linda L. Fagan, Commander, First Coast Guard District, presided over the ceremony. “Never before have I witnessed teamwork that makes everything a unit […]
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10 Best Things To Do This Weekend in Newport (April 22 – 24)
Discover the best events, activities and things to do during this weekend in and around Newport, RI. Wondering what’s happening for live music, comedy and entertainment this weekend? Check this out – Where to Find Live Music, Comedy and Entertainment This Weekend (April 22 – 24) (In chronological order) 1 – Newport Daffodil Days Festival April 16th […]
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Where to Find Live Music, Comedy and Entertainment This Weekend (April 22 – 24)
Discover the best entertainment, comedy and live music happening around Newport, RI this weekend. Wondering what else is happening this weekend? Check this out – 10 Best Things To Do This Weekend in Newport (April 22 – 24). If you enjoy What’sUpNewp, please consider supporting those businesses in bold below! They sponsor us and make what we […]
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Open Houses on Aquidneck Island This Weekend (April 23 – 24)
Here’s our weekly roundup of open houses taking place on Aquidneck Island over the weekend, happy home shopping! Need real estate help or a reliable agent? E-mail us at Ryan@whatsupnewp.com, we’d be happy to put you in touch with a preferred and reliable real estate agent that can fulfill your needs. Open Houses in Newport […]