The Women’s Resource Center serving Newport and Bristol Counties (WRC), a nonprofit domestic violence intervention and prevention services agency, held its Annual Meeting at Roberto’s Restaurant in Bristol on Thursday, October 25, 2018. New officers and directors were named to the Board of Directors and the organization awarded community partners with special awards. The following individuals were appointed […]
November 2018
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Theater Review: Trinity’s “A Christmas Carol” welcomes the holiday season
The redemption story that is “A Christmas Carol” returns to Trinity Rep this season to great fanfare. Overall, it’s a solid production with no major surprises. The 2018 version strays only slightly from the original, mainly by incorporating campy, comic elements and a few unscripted quips throughout the performance. By the final scenes, there’s a […]
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Today In Newport – November 19: Weather forecast and things to do
Newport, RI – Here’s a look at what’s up for this Monday in Newport, enjoy the day! Weather: Today – A chance of rain, mainly before noon. Cloudy, with a high near 52. South wind 6 to 8 mph becoming west in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 30%.Tonight – A chance of rain, mainly […]
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SantaCon returns to Newport on December 8th
Newport, RI – Hundreds of “Santas” will take to the streets of Newport again this December 8th to take part in the annual event known as SantaCon. SantaCon is a free to attend non-commercial, non-political, nonsensical Santa Claus convention that happens once a year for charity. It’s a mass gathering where people dress in Santa Claus costumes […]
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Rhode Report: Newport County road and lane closures (Week of Nov. 19 – 23)
Newport, RI – The following road and lane closure notices are effective for the near future, according to the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) and Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA). All schedules are weather-dependent and subject to change. RIDOT (Nov. 17 – 23) Weekend Portsmouth: Park Ave., from Narragansett Ave. to East Main […]
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Today In Newport – November 18: Weather forecast and things to do
Newport, RI – Weather: Today – Mostly cloudy, with a high near 42. Northwest wind 5 to 7 mph becoming calm in the afternoon.Tonight – A chance of rain, mainly after 2 am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 38. South wind 5 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Marine: Today –NW winds […]
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Today In Newport – November 17: Weather forecast and things to do
Newport, RI – Here’s what’s happening, new, and to do on this Saturday, enjoy the day! Weather: Today – Sunny, with a high near 47. West wind around 11 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph.Tonight – Mostly clear, with a low around 34. West wind around 9 mph. Marine: Hazardous Weather OutlookSmall Craft […]
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Weekend Weather Forecast: Nov. 17 – 18
Newport, RI – Now that we got the first snow storm of the season out of the way, let’s look ahead at this pre-Thanksgiving weekend. Weather Saturday – Mostly sunny, with a high near 49. West wind 10 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. Saturday Night – Partly cloudy, with a […]
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Newport County YMCA and Newport Mental Health join forces to certify Newport County educators
Newport, RI – Mental Health First Aid USA trainers from Newport Mental Health and the Newport County YMCA certified educators from Newport and Tiverton schools along with a representative from the Portsmouth student-led mental health advocacy group, Every Student Initiative recently. “We are so pleased to lead this effort of mental health awareness, which aligns with […]
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Letter To The Editor: Jamie Bova – If elected council chair, I will strive to lead above and beyond ‘the way it’s always been done’
The following Letter To The Editor was written by Jamie Bova, Newport City Councilor At-Large. I have always believed “that’s just how it’s been done” is not good justification for a decision, and that belief is reflected by my actions on the city council. It is why the voters of Newport chose me to represent […]
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Newport County Community Meals Schedule – November 2018
Newport, RI – According to the USDA, food insecurity is defined as any household that is uncertain of having, or unable to acquire, enough food to meet the needs of all their members because they have insufficient money or other resources for food. Local organizations, businesses, nonprofits, and volunteers are address this very issue each and […]
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Attorney General files Amicus Brief with SCOTUS, asks Court to review and reverse the Touro Synagogue decision
Newport, RI – Attorney General Peter F. Kilmartin announced today in a press release that he has filed an amicus curiae (friend of the court) brief today with the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) asking the high court to review and reverse the First Circuit Court of Appeals’ decision in Congregation Jeshuat Israel […]
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8 Christmas lighting ceremonies you shouldn’t miss this season
Newport, RI – Christmas trees, boats and lighthouses across the City-By-The-Sea are about to light up and fill the Newport air with holiday cheer. Here are several scheduled holiday lighting celebrations to put on your calendar; 21st Annual Newport Harbor Illuminated Boat Parade Friday, November 23rd at 6:15 pm Spectators can view this highly anticipated dazzling display […]
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Million Dollar Listing: Waterfront cottage in Jamestown sells for $3.75 million
Jamestown, RI – Offering over 3,500 square feet of living space and seven bedrooms, the historic, waterfront cottage at 30 Bay View Drive, known as the “Folly House,” has sold for $3,750,000, according to Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty. The circa 1885 home features views of Narragansett Bay and the Newport Bridge. The buyers of […]
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VIDEO: Newport County Chamber of Commerce, Mayor Winthrop kicks off 2018 Holidays by the Sea initiative
Newport, RI – At a press conference and community gathering this morning at Empire Tea & Coffee on Bellevue Avenue, The Newport County Chamber of Commerce reminded residents to THINK LOCAL and SHOP SMALL in advance of Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and their 2018 Holidays by the Sea initiative. Holidays by the Sea will begin on Small Business, Saturday, November […]
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Today In Newport – November 16: Weather forecast and things to do
Newport, RI – Happy Friday! Here’s what’s happening in and around Newport today. Weather: Hazardous Weather OutlookWind Advisory until November 16, 10:00 AM ESTToday – Rain likely, mainly before 8am. Cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly sunny, with a high near 51. Breezy, with an east wind 13 to 22 mph becoming west in the afternoon. […]
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Affordable Housing: The solution wrests in our “Political Will”
This is the final story in WhatsUpNewp’s in-depth look at affordable housing in Rhode Island. Of course, we’ll continue to follow up on leads and stories on this subject. “Political Will.” That’s what housing advocate after housing advocate suggests it will take to begin resolving what has been described as an affordable housing crisis. “Political […]
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International Tennis Hall of Fame opens museum collection to digital users
Newport, RI – From white Victorian tennis garb of the 1800s to Ted Tinling’s bold 1970s tennis dresses to custom kits from global brands worn by today’s stars, the International Tennis Hall of Fame’s extensive collection of tennis fashion showcases the evolution of tennis through the years and the unique personalities of its athletes. As a […]
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Newport PD: Narragansett man arrested after incident that involved a fork lift at Fort Adams State Park
Newport, RI – Newport Police Department has issued the following press release regarding an incident at Fort Adams on Wednesday night. Newport Police Department has reported that one officer was treated and released from the Newport Hospital for a minor injury during this incident. Press Release On Wednesday Evening, November 14, 2018, at approximately 10:07 […]
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Redcoats at the Redwood: The British are returning to Newport on November 17th
Newport, RI – The British are returning to Newport! On Saturday, November 17, 2018, from 2pm-7pm, visitors to the Redwood Library & Athenæum will step into 1778 Rhode Island during Redcoats at the Redwood: A 1778 Living History Event as over 25 costumed interpreters recreate life in Newport during the height of the British occupation. During this Newport […]
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The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection will bring new luxury cruise yacht to Newport in 2020
Newport, RI – The brand-new Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection will stop in Newport during its inaugural fall season in 2020. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., part of Marriott International, Inc., announced in June 2017 its entry into luxury yachting and cruises – bringing the award-winning luxury hotel brand’s service and timeless style to sea. The Ritz-Carlton Yacht […]
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Today In Newport – November 15: Weather forecast and things to do
Newport, RI – Here’s what’s happening on this Thursday in and around Newport. Weather: Winter Weather Advisory in effect from November 15, 04:00 PM EST until November 16, 01:00 AM ESTHazardous Weather OutlookToday – Rain likely, mainly after 5 pm. Increasing clouds, with a high near 39. East wind 7 to 10 mph. Chance of […]
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Two Rhode Islanders among six inducted into National Sailing Hall Of Fame’s Class of 2018
The National Sailing Hall of Fame (NSHOF) celebrated its eighth class of Inductees on Sunday, November 11, at Lauderdale Yacht Club (LYC), concluding three days of activities that included a symposium for junior sailors with Inductees, a boat tour of LYC’s hidden neighborhood off the Intracoastal Waterway and social events at both LYC and the […]
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Newport Tour Guides and Greeters News – 46: Christmas Season kicks off all around Newport
If you love the Christmas season, you are going to absolutely swoon over the vast amount of activities we have scheduled over the next few weeks. There are Christmas tree lighting ceremonies, lighthouse lightings, and amazing Christmas parades. So, get ready for a season of great joy and cheer and invite your guests and visitors […]
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VIDEO: Newport City Council’s November 14th meeting
Newport, RI – Newport City Council hosted their Regular Council Meeting at 6:30 pm last night. The meeting lasted approximately seven minutes. Here’s the agenda if you’d like to follow along. The next Regular Council Meeting for Newport City Council will be on December 12th at 6:30 pm.