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Frank Prosnitz brings to WhatsUpNewp several years in journalism, including 10 as editor of the Providence (RI) Business News and 14 years as a reporter and bureau manager at the Providence (RI) Journal. Prosnitz began his journalism career as a sportswriter at the Asbury Park (NJ) Press, moving to The News Tribune (Woodbridge, NJ), before joining the Providence Journal. Prosnitz hosts the Morning Show on WLBQ radio (Westerly), 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. Monday through Friday, and It’s Your Business, also on WBLQ, Monday and Tuesday, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Prosnitz has twice won Best in Business Awards from the national Society of American Business Editors and Writers (SABEW), twice was named Media Advocate of the Year by the Small Business Administration, won an investigative reporter’s award from the New England Press Association, and newswriting award from the Rhode Island Press Association.

Rogers High School
Posted inCity & Government, News

School bond likely on 2020 ballot

by Frank Prosnitz October 23, 2019October 23, 2019
Posted inBusiness, People & Profiles

Podcast: A conversation with Colin Kane, Founding Partner of Peregrine Group

by Frank Prosnitz October 6, 2019October 7, 2019
Posted inCity & Government, News

Parents seek changes in Newport’s Private School bus schedule

by Frank Prosnitz September 8, 2019September 8, 2019
Posted inNews

Parents verbal abuse causing shortage of high school sports officials

by Frank Prosnitz September 5, 2019September 5, 2019
Posted inPeople & Profiles

Podcast: A Bridge To The Future – Al Kamara, Rising from poverty in Liberia

by Frank Prosnitz September 4, 2019January 14, 2020
Posted inPeople & Profiles

Podcast: Opening Act – Paul Wayne

by Frank Prosnitz September 4, 2019September 4, 2019
Rhode Island State House
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URI economist suggests RI could enter a recession by the end of 2019, well ahead of the rest of the nation

by Frank Prosnitz August 21, 2019August 21, 2019
Newport Public Schools
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Newport’s City Council and School Committee schedule workshop to discuss school building project

by Frank Prosnitz August 14, 2019August 14, 2019
Posted inHealth & Fitness

Podcast: A Bridge to the Future – Dr. Nadia Duvilaire

by Frank Prosnitz August 6, 2019January 14, 2020
Posted inCity & Government, News

Jamestown Town Manager hired as manager in East Greenwich

by Frank Prosnitz August 1, 2019August 1, 2019
Posted inArts & Culture, Entertainment & Music, People & Profiles

A Conversation with Jazz Legend Ron Carter

by Frank Prosnitz July 22, 2019July 22, 2019
Posted inCity & Government, News

HUD study likely under-counted homeless individuals and families in Rhode Island

by Frank Prosnitz July 17, 2019July 18, 2019
Posted inNews

While state reports “billed revenue” for truck tolls, it doesn’t share what it has collected

by Frank Prosnitz July 14, 2019July 14, 2019
Posted inBusiness, News, Nonprofit

Former RI Health Director says state needs political will to improve healthcare system

by Frank Prosnitz July 7, 2019July 7, 2019
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Middletown Council expected to vote on regionalization study tonight

by Frank Prosnitz June 17, 2019June 17, 2019
Posted inNews, People & Profiles

Podcast: Dr. Barbara Roberts, Author of ‘The Doctor Broad: A Mafia Love Story’

by Frank Prosnitz June 15, 2019August 6, 2019
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State could pay 80 percent of construction for merged Newport and Middletown Schools

by Frank Prosnitz June 5, 2019June 17, 2019
Rogers High School
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Newport officials to meet with Middletown Council, hopeful of again initiating high school merger talks

by Frank Prosnitz May 27, 2019May 27, 2019
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Newport City Council approves funds to fix field used for track, soccer and lacrosse

by Frank Prosnitz May 25, 2019May 25, 2019
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RIDE approves funding for projects to repair or replace deteriorating school buildings

by Frank Prosnitz May 15, 2019May 15, 2019
Rogers High School
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Only six school districts poised to receive state approval for school facility projects

by Frank Prosnitz May 13, 2019May 13, 2019
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City looks to assure a playable field for track, soccer and lacrosse

by Frank Prosnitz May 12, 2019May 12, 2019
Rogers High School
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Newport seeks to merge Rogers and Middletown High Schools

by Frank Prosnitz April 27, 2019April 27, 2019
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Battle over tourism tax dollars

by Frank Prosnitz April 23, 2019April 23, 2019
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Rhode Island’s KIDS COUNT shows improvement in poverty childhood and healthcare

by Frank Prosnitz April 8, 2019April 8, 2019

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Rogers High School Class of 2023 hosting a Spring Cleaning Fundraiser on Saturday

Rogers High School Class of 2023 hosting a Spring Cleaning Fundraiser on Saturday

Their clothes drive/spring cleaning fundraiser will be held on Saturday, May 21 from 11 am to 1 pm in the parking lot of Rogers High School.
Shops on Franklin Street to host Spring Into Summer Stroll on Saturday

Shops on Franklin Street to host Spring Into Summer Stroll on Saturday

The shops invite the public to enjoy refreshments, snacks, and promotions while strolling along the downtown street.
21 Open Houses to check out this weekend in Newport County

21 Open Houses to check out this weekend in Newport County

On the market for a new home? Check out these open houses in Newport County this weekend, May 20 – 22, 2022.

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