Arts Around the Fire to welcome new Newport Classical executive director March 18
The free monthly networking event is open to the public at Sardella’s Restaurant
This Day in RI History: March 16, 1976 Blu Cantrell born in Providence
Grammy nominated R&B singer
This Day in RI History: March 13, 1799 -Oliver Shaw born in Newport
Early American Composer
Newport’s Lady Hibernians honor two women with joint award for 2026
Paula Silvia and Sandy Gallagher named co-Lady Hibernians of the Year for nearly a decade of service
This Day in RI History: March 7, 1707 – Stephen Hopkins born in Providence
Colonial Governor and signer of the Declaration of Independence
Choreographing consent: Meet Rhode Island’s intimacy director
Valerie Remillard is bringing boundary training and intimacy coordination to local stages and film sets — one production at a time.
Newport schools superintendent discusses budget gap, retirement, and merger talks
Jermain says district projects a shortfall of more than $2 million by end of fiscal year
Xay Khamsyvoravong enters Rhode Island lieutenant governor’s race
Former Newport mayor enters crowded Democratic primary with $158,000 in the bank
Michele Gallagher: Frederick Douglass’ legacy in Rhode Island
A Powerful Voice for the Ages
Newport Mental Health names Dr. Joshua C. Brown as new medical director
The dual-trained psychiatrist and neurologist brings Harvard Medical School faculty experience and research expertise in novel treatments for depression, anxiety and PTSD
Newport Restoration Foundation names Hilary Fagan as new executive director
The Newport native brings experience in economic development, financial services and both the public and private sectors to the historic preservation organization
The power of your story: Kim Fuller and the beautiful, messy relevance of being seen and heard
Kim Fuller, of Middletown Rhode Island is an author, speaker, advocate, mother and someone who understands that every individual’s personal journey is messy, beautiful, painful and relevant—and above all, deserves to be told.
On This Day In History – February 25, 1842: Ida Lewis born in Newport
Lighthouse keeper and hero Ida Lewis was born on this day in Newport in 1842.
Westerly’s Jen Christina is living her best life in ‘Six’
The musician and associate music director joins the touring Broadway hit — and is using her time on the road to document the musical legacy of her hometown
Newport Vineyards names new executive chef
Kyle Johnson brings Johnson & Wales degree and Boston restaurant experience back to Rhode Island
Michele Gallagher: America’s love affair with coffee dates back to Colonial times
Bob Mastin has made roasting coffee an art form; his local coffee house serves as a popular meeting spot
Hundreds gather in Middletown to celebrate the life of Carrigan Nelson
The 24-year-old Portsmouth native battled osteosarcoma for seven years while using her voice to comfort others and fight for increased childhood cancer research funding
Standing at the CUSP of Newport’s Art Scene: Curtis Speer, CUSP Gallery, and the Newport Artists Collective
Curtis has ignited an electric current of powerful energy, vision and community-building for Newport’s artistic scene.
Keeping the new year’s SPARRK lit after January: Gail Lowney Alofsin on momentum, meaning, and mindset
Gail Lowney Alofsin is Newport’s own energizer bunny.
Down 50 pounds, Liam Coen’s personal transformation mirrors Jacksonville’s dramatic turnaround
Coen grew up in Rhode Island, played quarterback at UMass and then turned to coaching after a brief stint as an arena league backup. He got his big break when Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay hired him in 2018.
Legislative Outlook: Carson sees healthcare and housing as critical issues
With the Rhode Island General Assembly now in session, WhatsUpNewp has reached out to the area’s legislators to learn what they see as the most pressing issues facing Rhode Island in 2026, and legislation they are planning to introduce.
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