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. WPRI – The Buzz: Time to talk family vacationPatch – Newport Man Faces Third Domestic OffenseNewport This Week […]
April 2016
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Podcast #88: Newport Film & Celebrity Tour and Secretary of State Nellie Gorbea
On today’s edition of The Open Forum on 1540 AM WADK Newport, I chatted about the marathon scenario, what to do this weekend, Newport Film and Celebrity Tour and about the Presidential Preference Primary. Tammy Fasano stopped by the studio at 1pm to chat with Ryan about the Newport Film & Celebrity Tour. Nellie Gorbea, Rhode […]
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Middletown Man Wins $50,000 on Instant Ticket
Michael Johnson of Middletown claimed a $50,000 “Super Crossword” Instant Ticket prize on Thursday, April 21st. Johnson stopped at Colbea, 1149 West Main Rd., Middletown, with his friend early Thursday and they both purchased an Instant Ticket for fun. His friend won $20, and to Mr. Johnson’s surprise, he won the top prize! He plans to […]
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POLL: What Time of Day do You Want To Receive Our Daily Newsletter?
Receive our daily newsletter? That’s great, you’re among the 9,000 lucky ones to find out and discover what’s happening, new and to do in Newport before anyone else. If you don’t subscribe, you can sign up HERE. Receive It In The Morning While we’re happy to have you on board, we’re looking for feedback on what […]
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Rhode Island Becomes First State to Adopt ‘Recycle Across America’ Standardized labels, Honored at Hollywood Event
Just in time for Earth Day 2016, Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corporation (RIRRC) has announced that Rhode Island will be the first state in the nation to adopt standardized recycling bin labels from Recycle Across America (RAA). RAA is a non-profit organization that has created the first-ever standardized society wide labels for recycling bins in the […]
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Hotel Viking Draws on Its Historic Past to Inspire a Modern-Day Makeover
Designers of Hotel Viking’s recently completed renovation carefully incorporated elements of the hotel’s historic past into a makeover of its public spaces. The result: Newport, RI’s Gilded Age grande dame is sitting pretty as its 90th anniversary approaches in May. Originally funded by the sale of common stock shares, Hotel Viking has been an integral […]
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“Heifetz on Tour” Returns to Rhode Island, Musicians Will Spend a Week in Jamestown
The Jamestown Arts Center (JAC) has announced their May 2016 classical music residency in partnership with the acclaimed Heifetz International Music Institute. This program, which began in October 2013, will include an in-school educational component in addition to musicales in local homes, and a public concert at the JAC. The residency and public concert are incredible opportunities for the […]
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Newport Newswire: April 24, 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. Boston.com – New England is home to three of the top coziest inns in the US (2 in […]
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Newport Newswire: April 23, 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. ABC News – Elite Boarding School Cancels ‘Healing’ Event on Sex AbuseThe Boston Globe – St. George’s cancels […]
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New England Patriots Lead “Football For You” Clinic at Naval Station Newport on Thursday
Current Patriots players, alumni and cheerleaders led a Football For You clinic at Naval Station Newport in Newport, R.I. on Thursday, April 21, guiding children of servicemen and women through offensive and defensive skill stations. The event celebrated the Month of the Military Child. Photo by Eric J. Adler Joe Cardona, Naval Officer and Long […]
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Newport Could Host Two Marathons in 2017
Rhode Race & Events Inc., d/b/a Newport Rhode Races, has submitted an application for a special event license for a marathon/half marathon and 5k beginning and ending at Easton’s Beach on April 16, 2017. Rhode Race & Events Inc. is a company that former employees of Eident Sports Marketing reportedly created after Eident “went out of […]
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Planet Aid Donation Center in Newport Will Host Donation Drive for Earth Day
International nonprofit Planet Aid announced today that, in honor of Earth Day, it is encouraging Rhode Island residents to go green by hosting a large donation drive. The event will be held at the Planet Aid Donation Center in Newport. Those who wish to de-clutter their house in an environmentally friendly way are invited to bring their unwanted […]
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What’s On Tap at The Wharf Pub: April 21 – 27
What’s On Tap at The Wharf Pub is a sponsored weekly column written by Sarah Fimple, Beverage Manager of The Wharf Pub. It’s meant to keep you in the know of what their serving up for beverages, food and entertainment. The Wharf Pub is currently featuring 20 draft lines (mostly New England based beer companies) and 63 bottles (local, […]
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Newport Newswire: April 21, 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. Newport This Week: Council Takes Stand on Guns in SchoolsWPRO – Rhode Island bans powdered alcoholPatch – Sold! 8 […]
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Shura Baryshnikov, Daughter of Jessica Lang, Will Speak at Salve Regina University
Shura Baryshnikov, co-founding artistic director of Doppelgänger Dance Collective, will talk about “Mercy Me: Creative Freedom through Acceptance of Self” when she presents the Atwood Lecture at Salve Regina University. Free and open to the public, Baryshnikov’s talk will be given on Wednesday, April 27 at 7 p.m. in Bazarsky Lecture Hall, located in O’Hare Academic Center […]
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City of Newport Cancels Public Hearing on Comprehensive Land Use Plan
The City Of Newport announced on April 21st, and effective April 24th, that the following Public Hearing on Comprehensive Plan Update that was scheduled for April 28th has been cancelled. There is no reason given for the cancellation. The following was the public notice for the event; Notice of Public Hearing of a Proposed Comprehensive Land […]
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Local Organizations Invite Public to Participate in Their Cleanup Events for Newport’s 2016 Earth Day Celebration
Newport Public Services Department’s Clean City Program would invite Newport area residents and friends to volunteer for one of the many cleanup events happening for Newport’s 2016 Earth Day celebration. The Clean City Program will be picking up items collected from the cleanup events listed below. Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corporation is waiving all disposal […]
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Podcast #87: Passing of Prince, Presidential Preference Primary, Roads and More…
On today’s edition of The Open Forum on 1540 AM WADK Newport, I discussed the upcoming Presidential Preference Primary, the news of the passing of Prince, marathon news, parking meter rates, Newport’s road conditions and much more. Listen – 12:30pm to 1pm Listen – 1pm to 2pm Listen to The Open Forum with Ryan Belmore […]
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Preview of April 27th Newport City Council Meeting
The following items of business, filed with the City Clerk under the Rules of the Council, will come before the Council at its regular meeting to be held on April 27, 2016, at 6:30 p.m. at Pell Elementary School. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG CITIZEN’S FORUM: (Speakers must sign in with the City Clerk). The Citizen’s […]
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Daffodillion and Newport Tree Society Will Host ‘Spring Fling’ at The Chanler on Cliff Walk Tonight
With “half-a-dillion” of its goal of 1 million daffodils ready to burst forth, Daffodillion has announced its plans for the Third Annual Newport Daffodil Days Festival, one that promises to be bigger and daffier than ever. Ladies, don your daffodil festooned bonnet and men, your daffy derby and join Daffodillion and the Newport Tree Society for its annual Spring Fling on […]
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Saltzman’s Watches in Newport Is Now Hiring Part Time Sales Associates
Saltzman’s Watches Newport is looking for a part time, 30-35 hours per week, Watch professional. We offer a clean and safe working environment with static schedule. A good candidate will be personable, friendly, enjoy working with people and will be good with their hands for minor watch repairs. Stop into our store at 117 Swinburne […]
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House Commission’s Interim Report Details Concerns About Tourism Campaign, Seeks Improved Communication
A House commission that has been studying the potential for growing tourism through a coordinated marketing effort has issued an interim status report that registers its concerns about the process leading up to the state’s recent rollout of a new statewide tourism promotional campaign, and indicates that it is looking forward to better communication and collaboration during […]
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U-Haul of Newport to Add Interior Storage with Property Acquisition
U-Haul customers in and around Newport will soon have more secure and convenient storage options with the forthcoming expansion at U-Haul Moving & Storage of Newport at 111 Connell Hwy. The store, located just off the Newport Bridge near the Newport Naval Base, opened in 1978 but it added abutting land with an existing building in November for the expansion project. […]
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UPDATE: lululemon Pop-Up Shop Will Open on May 20th
{Photo by Marial Maher/Visual Manor} This story was originally published on February 22, 2016. After a successful Summer of 2015 at 106 William Street, lululemon athletica will once again return to Newport, RI and open up a Pop-Up Shop for the Summer of 2016 At the end of last season and before the lululemon athletic Pop-Up Shop […]
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Neighborhoods of Newport House Tour will Provide Exclusive Entry to Five Private Homes
The 15th Neighborhoods of Newport House Tour, presented by St. Michael’s Country Day School, will be held on Sunday, April 24, 2016 from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm. The 2016 tour includes the following properties; Passage Rocks: A secluded modern retreat overlooking the East Passage of Narragansett Bay.The Playhouse: An early 1900s boathouse renovated as a […]