The Blizzard of 2022 certainly left its mark on Newport, Rhode Island, and Southern New England. Here’s what Newport looked like on the afternoon of Sunday, January 30 following the storm that dropped 21″ of snow on the area. ICYMI – Here’s our photo gallery from Saturday, where we captured photos at 10 am and […]
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Photo Gallery: Snow blankets Newport during ‘Blizzard of 2022’
The “Blizzard of 2022” is certainly leaving its mark on Newport, Rhode Island, and Southern New England Here’s what the scene around Newport looked like at approximately 10 am and 3:30 pm on Saturday, January 29. Follow What’sUpNewp on Instagram for more photos and video. Update – Here’s our photo gallery from Sunday, January 30 […]
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Where To Find Brunch in Newport
*Updated 1/27/2022. This story was originally published on January 5, 2015, it is routinely updated. * Brunch, the delicious combination of breakfast, lunch and alcohol consumed usually in the late morning, can be found in many of the most popular restaurants across Newport. Luckily, many restaurants in Newport offer brunch throughout the week, not just […]
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25 Things to do in Newport for Valentine’s Day
Home to awe-inspiring natural landscapes, cozy nooks and crannies, and the Most Romantic Hotel in America, the City-by-the-Sea makes an excellent destination for valentines. Whether you’re looking for a romantic candlelit dinner, a seaside stroll, or some fireside conversation, here are 25 things you can do in Newport for Valentine’s Day 2022. *Note: This list […]
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Athletes from Rhode Island who’ve competed in Winter Olympic Games
With the XXIV Olympic Winter Games scheduled to start in Beijing on February 4th, we take a look back on Rhode Islanders who’ve competed in the Olympic Winter Games of years past. Marissa Castelli and her former partner, Simon Shnapir, atop the medal podium at the 2013 U.S. Championships. Source: Wikipedia Marissa Castelli Sport: Figure Skating […]
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A Murder on Broadway
If you happen to find yourself in the neighborhood of lower Broadway on a winter evening, when the darkness comes early and there is a chill in the air, then you might just stumble upon a murder. Of crows, that is. On some winter evenings, as dusk settles, the air around City Hall and the […]
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Winter skincare advice from one of Newport’s top skin specialists
If your new year’s resolution involves health and wellness, don’t forget about your skin. As your body’s largest organ, skin often reflects your overall health and lifestyle choices. And during a harsh New England winter with lots of time spent in the dehydrating indoors, your skin may not be looking or feeling its best. For […]
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Guide to a Newport New Year’s Eve at home
While many New Year’s Eve celebrations at Newport venues are still on (see our New Year’s Eve 2022 round-up list here), record-high COVID cases in Rhode Island mean many are opting to ring in 2022 with small, low-key celebrations at home. As frustrating as the ongoing pandemic is, we’re hoping to make an at-home New […]
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Mozz scheduled to open in Bellevue Gardens Shopping Center in February
If you like cheese, you’ll be happy to learn that Newport’s cheese scene is about to get a major upgrade: Mozz (pronounced “mots”) is slated to open in Bellevue Gardens Shopping Center in February 2022 and will offer fresh mozzarella di Bufala made daily, as well as other cheeses, breads, and imported Italian specialty items. […]
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Leno performs for another sold-out crowd at Firehouse Theater
Former Tonight Show host Jay Leno returned to the Firehouse Theater Monday night, December 20th for the second night of 5 Nights of Leno. The part-time Newport resident kept the audience laughing with observational comedy that covered topics ranging from the absurdity of pharmaceutical marketing and modern devices to “New England compliments.” The hour-long show […]
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Best local spots for last-minute holiday shopping
Need some last-minute holiday shopping ideas that support local businesses? We’ve got you covered. Check out this list of local spots where you’ll find plenty of items and gift certificates for everyone on your holiday shopping list. With most businesses now set up with online stores, shopping local is easier and more convenient than ever. […]
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Accidentally Wes Anderson comes to Providence
If you’re a Wes Anderson fan catching the French Dispatch at the JPT tonight or tomorrow, you might be happy to know that the popular travel Instagram account @AccidentallyWesAnderson is featuring scenes from Providence this week during its last trip of 2021. Also, in collaboration with Graduate Hotels, the Chicago-based hotel group that owns the property formerly known as the Providence Biltmore, […]
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Kings Lens and Friends features Janie Kinnane Block Prints
This week, the Kings Lens and Friends revolving art gallery features the work of Little Compton artist Janie Kinnane. Kinnane is on a mission to create art for good through her business Charlie Lou, named after her grandfathers. You can view and shop Kinnane’s art at The Kings Lens through December 16th. Follow Janie on […]
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Folk Vintage opens on Spring Street
You may have noticed a funky new storefront on the corner of Spring and Prospect Hill Streets. It belongs to Folk Vintage, owned by Sydney Gordon who recently relocated to Newport from NYC. We had a chance to take a peek inside this 70s-style thrift store and talk with Sydney about the inspiration behind Folk […]
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Hygge at Home In Newport – Week 5
This week, we’re helping you feel the Christmas spirit at home. Wishing you a very merry and very hygge Christmas at home. SHOPPING New England Apple Flannel Shirt from Kiel James PatrickNewport Tree Lighting Candle from Kristen CoatesAcorn Salt & Pepper Shakers from the Newport Mansions ShopCozy Cabin Mocassins (Mens) from Kiel James PatrickMaine Bicentennial […]
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Hygge at Home in Newport – Week 4
This week’s Hygge at Home round-up is focused on celebrating and supporting artists who fill our homes with visuals and sounds that delight. SHOPPING Here are some Rhode Island-connected art, artists and galleries offering work that would make a great addition to your wall. Snow Barn by Anthony Tomaselli. Anthony is the resident artist at […]
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Hygge at Home in Newport – Week 3
It’s Day 3 of our (hopefully only) two-week pause in Rhode Island, and week 3 of Hygge at Home in Newport. If you temporarily lost power, heat, and internet during the storm yesterday afternoon as I did, how did you pass the time? I put on some extra layers and played backgammon and cards by […]
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Green Dragon “ghost kitchen” launches inside Midtown Oyster Bar
With a brief announcement on their Instagram account earlier this month, Chef Brian Ashness and his team launched Green Dragon, a new weekend pop-up restaurant concept based inside Midtown Oyster Bar. Ashness is currently the Executive Chef at Surf Club, Midtown Oyster Bar’s sister restaurant. Green Dragon quietly began offering Chinese food for take-out on […]
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Hygge at Home in Newport – Week 2
Hygge at Home in Newport is a weekly column celebrating comfortable, calm, and charming indoor experiences. Hygge (pronounced hue-gah) is a Danish word that translates to “the quality of coziness and comfortable conviviality that engenders a feeling of contentment or well-being.” While the concept of hygge is immaterial and a bit subjective, we’ll be offering […]
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Hygge at Home in Newport — Week 1
Hygge at Home in Newport is a weekly column celebrating comfortable, calm, and charming indoor experiences. Hygge (pronounced hue-gah) is a Danish word that translates to “the quality of coziness and comfortable conviviality that engenders a feeling of contentment or well-being.” While the concept of hygge is immaterial and a bit subjective, we’ll be offering […]
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After a difficult few months, The Bodhi Spa opens in Providence
Last week, The Bodhi Spa co-founders and sisters Cedar Hwang and Harmony Oschefski opened the doors of a new location at 186 Broadway in Providence. In the midst of a pandemic, the path to launching the hydrotherapy spa – known for its unique Water Journey – in historic Federal Hill was long, hard-fought, and put […]
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Rhode Island Handgun Safety Certificate applications in 2020 break record
Tension and anxiety have reached new heights in 2020, as have gun sales across the country. National news outlets have reported extensively on this topic this year, finding that sales of firearms, especially to first-time owners, have spiked nationwide in the face of several ongoing national crises. One way to measure the rise in gun […]
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Plant City X slated to open in Middletown in December 2020
The creators of Plant City, the popular vegan food hall in Providence, are bringing their innovative plant-based food to Aquidneck Island with a new restaurant concept called Plant City X. The eatery – a smaller version of the Providence location – is slated to open in December and will focus on re-imagining fast food in […]
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Despite recent rain, Rhode Island is still in historic drought
It may come as a surprise after two back-to-back days of rain, but Rhode Island is currently in a historic drought. According to the United States Drought Monitor, Rhode Island began experiencing its most intense period of drought in 20 years on September 29th. Due to a combination of below average rainfall and above average […]
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13 ways to enjoy Rhode Island in October 2020
In normal years, October is a month to look forward to events like the Newport Seafood Festival and Halloween festivities at Barnaby Castle, CarnEvil at Newport Vineyards, and Fortress of Nightmares at Fort Adams. While these have been called off due to safety concerns during the pandemic, there are still plenty of ways to enjoy […]