Paul Marshall today announced his candidacy for Newport City Council Third Ward. Marshall provided the following statement to What’s Up Newp on Wednesday, June 24th; Paul Marshall is announcing his campaign for Newport City Third Ward Councilor today. “I am excited to announce my candidacy for the City of Newport’s Third Ward Council Seat in 2020. […]
June 2020
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Governor Raimondo, DOH to provide COVID-19 update | June 24
Providence, RI – Governor Gina Raimondo and the Rhode Island Department of Health will host a press briefing at 1 pm on Wednesday, June 24th to provide an update on COVID-19 in Rhode Island. What’s Up Newp will carry the press briefing live, and provide updates, live below as it happens. The Latest Rhode Island […]
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Hugo DeAscentis announces candidacy for Newport City Council First Ward
Newport, RI – Lifelong Newport resident Hugo DeAscentis today officially announced his candidacy for the First Ward seat on Newport City Council. DeAscentis provided What’s Up Newp with the following announcement on Wednesday, June 24th; On Monday 6-22-20 I officially filed my declaration of candidacy papers for Newport City Council 1st ward. I am a […]
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BankRI’s annual drive results in 1,618 books when organization needs them most
Providence, RI – Despite the impact of the coronavirus on its branch hours and operations, Bank Rhode Island (BankRI) collected 1,618 books for Books Are Wings (BAW) during its abbreviated annual drive this spring. The donated books are now heading to the Pawtucket-based nonprofit at a time when their inventory is low and they’re gearing up to […]
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Op-Ed: Middletown Town Council thwarts voter initiative
Written and submitted by Citizens Exploring School Unification Citizens Exploring School Unification (CESU) was shocked and dismayed by the actions of the Middletown Town Council at its June 22nd meeting when, due to an obscure and debatable legal technicality, it refused to conduct a Public Hearing regarding the CESU Ordinance/Petition signed by the required number […]
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RIDOH recommends closing Easton’s Beach for swimming because of high bacteria levels
The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) recommends closing Easton’s Beach (also known as First Beach) in Newport for swimming because of high bacteria levels. RIDOH will continue to monitor and review beach water quality regularly to ensure safe bathing throughout the summer. The status of a beach may change as new data become available. […]
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Jeanne-Marie Napolitano announces re-election campaign for Newport City Council At-Large
Jeanne-Marie Napolitano today announced that she will see re-election for a Newport City Council At-Large seat. Napolitano provided the following announcement to What’s Up Newp on Tuesday; It has been my honor to serve the citizens of Newport. I am filing for re-election to continue my work on the Council. Newport faces many challenges. I […]
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Explore Newport’s Old Quarter this July with Newport History Tours
Newport, RI – Newport History Tours continues its initiative for socially distant walking tours this July with a schedule that offers their signature introductory tour to Newport’s history on Fridays, and a different themed tour each Saturday. Guests have the chance to explore Newport’s Old Quarter in intimate groups with an expert guide while learning about […]
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Island Moving Company, Russel Morin Catering partner up for live-streaming watch parties
By Island Moving Company Newport, RI – Island Moving Company (IMC), Newport’s classically trained, uniquely accessible, contemporary ballet company presents a live-streamed watch party in partnership with Russell Morin Catering & Events. The new monthly series premieres this Friday, June 26th, from 7:00-7:30pm on FaceBook Live, and will occur on the second Friday of each […]
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Meagan Landry announces run for At-Large seat on Newport City Council
Newport, RI – Lifelong Newport resident Meagan Landry today announced her candidacy for Newport City Council At-Large. Landry provided the following announcement to What’s Up Newp My name is Meagan Landry, and I’m excited to run for Newport City Council, At-Large. I’m a 4th generation Newporter, and lifelong resident, who takes great pride in living […]
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Now Hiring: 90+ job opportunities available right now in Newport County
Newport, RI – Looking for a new job on Aquidneck Island? Here’s who’s hiring right now. All jobs have been posted in the last seven days and are located within ten miles of downtown Newport. 22 Bowen’s – Food Runners, Hosts, and Dishwashers – 22 Bowen’s7-Eleven – Sales AssociateAmericas Staffing Partner – Medical ClerkAMS Practice Management […]
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Middletown Democratic Town Committee to host ‘Signature Party’ on July 1st
The Middletown Democratic Town Committee today announced that they will be hosting a “Signature Party” on Wednesday July 1st from 4:30 to 6 :30 PM. The Middletown Dems are pleased to offer a safe outdoor venue at the Kempenaar’s Clambake Club located at 323 Valley Road in Middletown for candidates to collect signatures to get […]
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RIDOH reports increase in overdose deaths in first quarter of 2020
Preliminary data indicate that Rhode Island saw a significant increase in accidental drug overdose deaths in the first quarter of 2020, compared to the same period in years past, State officials are announcing today. Although data for January, February, and March of 2020 are still considered provisional, the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) anticipates […]
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Naval War College to host a virtual graduation ceremony on Wednesday
Newport, RI – The Naval War College will hold a virtual graduation ceremony on Wednesday morning with a keynote speech by Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Mark Milley. The Naval War College (NWC) invites all to join them for a YouTube ‘watch party,’ with live comments from Rear Adm. Shoshana Chatfield, Naval […]
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Brenton Hotel introduces new culinary leadership team
Newport, RI Andy Ross, managing director of the Brenton Hotel, the new 57-room luxury boutique hotel on the harbor in Newport, RI, opening in July 2020, announced today the appointment of Kevin Wood as Executive Chef and Emily Brakenhoff as Food and Beverage Director. Executive Chef Wood is charged with developing the new hotel’s seasonal menus, as well […]
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Walk for “Peace Love Unity” planned for Saturday in Newport
Butler Basketball Club on Monday announced that they will host a walk for Peace Love Unity on Saturday, June 27th at 11am. The walk will start at two locations – Pell School and Linden Park, which will allow groups on both sides of the street to walk on the sidewalks to Washington Square, where the […]
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2020 Online Newport Bermuda winners declared
By Newport Bermuda Media(St. David’s Lighthouse, Bermuda) June 23, 2020—A large fleet of virtual sailboats completed the 2020 Online Newport Bermuda Race off the east end of Bermuda between last night and this morning in a gradually lightening southwest breeze, and winners were decided in four divisions. Utilizing navigation-simulation software provided by and in partnership […]
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Tiverton Public Library continues Virtual Adult Programs
The following is a list of upcoming library programs that adults can enjoy safely from home via the Tiverton Public Library. Now Through Saturday, August 15th Adult Summer Library Experience Imagine all of the things you can enjoy this summer, both inside and outside the library! Patrons ages 18 and older can participate in our […]
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Obituary for Kathleen M. Viera Beaudoin
This obituary originally appeared on Memorial Funeral Home. Kathleen Viera Beaudoin, 65, of Portsmouth, RI, passed away at home, on June 20th, 2020, surrounded by her loving family, after a long, courageous battle with cancer. Kathy was born on June 9th, 1955, to the late Manuel and Mildred Viera, also of Portsmouth, RI. She is […]
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Obituary for Ronald G. Corriveau
This obituary originally appeared on O’Neill Hayes Funeral Home. Ronald Guy Corriveau, 64, of Newport died in his home Tuesday, June 16, 2020, with his loving wife, Carole, by his side. He is finally free from the constraints and pains of a neurological disease. Born March 8, 1956, in Woonsocket, RI, he was the son […]
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Brian C. Jones: During uncertain times, a window into hope
Twelve weeks ago, when Suzi Van Ness turned her picture window into a public billboard, she hoped that the messages she displayed would amuse, inspire and challenge the random audience that happened to pass by her Newport home. Most of the posters have featured a quotation: the words of saints, geniuses, coaches, chefs and poets […]
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CCRI selected as new Second Chance Pell Experimental Site to offer postsecondary education in prison
Warwick, RI – The Community College of Rhode Island today announced it is included in the expansion of the Second Chance Pell Experimental Sites Initiative to provide need-based Pell grants to people in state and federal prisons. CCRI is one of 67 colleges awarded the grant, and one of only 130 colleges nationwide selected to participate in […]
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NUWC Division Newport taps into digital tools to stay connected to workforce
Story by Public Affairs Office | Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport NEWPORT, R.I. — NUWC Division Newport is world-renowned for its innovative ability to solve problems, and there has been no shortage of challenges throughout the coronavirus pandemic and recent nationwide protests. One of those issues has been trying to capture the in-person elements lost […]
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WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Shirley King
Being the blues singing daughter of B.B. King has earned Shirley King the title “Daughter of the Blues,” but she is an outstanding singer and performer in her own right. King will join WUN’s Ryan Belmore and Frank Prosnitz at 3 pm on Tuesday, June 23rd to talk about her new album”Blues For A King”, […]
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Beth Cullen running for Newport City Council At-Large Seat
Newport resident Beth Cullen today announced her candidacy for an At-Large seat on Newport City Council. Cullen’s Full Announcement Beth Cullen, a fourth-generation Newport resident with a long history of community involvement and civic activism, declared her candidacy Monday for a Newport City Council At-Large seat. Cullen is the past president of the Point Association, […]