The following op-ed was written by Rep. Julie A. Casimiro is a Democrat representing District 31 in North Kingstown and Exeter During my recent visit to the Quonset Air National Guard Base, I became acquainted with one of America’s best kept secrets: Civil Air Patrol (CAP). If you haven’t heard of CAP before, don’t let that […]
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Posted inEnvironment & Health
Stakes are high as Volvo Ocean Race fleet tackles tricky transition
The Volvo Ocean Race teams were pointing in completely the opposite direction to the Leg 10 finish line on Tuesday as they attempted to cross a windless ridge of high-pressure that could hold the key to overall victory. In a bizarre twist, the seven teams found themselves heading due west on Tuesday afternoon (UTC), away from the finish port […]
Posted inEnvironment & Health
Plymouth’s pitching is too much for Gulls on Monday night
Newport came into Monday’s game with a hot start to 2018. The Gulls dominated as of late, scoring at least five in their last four games while holding a 2-0 record at Cardines Field. It would lose its undefeated home status against a Plymouth Pilgrim team that possessed a 1.67 team ERA by a score […]
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Newport Gulls fall to North Adams SteepleCats on Sunday
Newport’s win streak ended at three on Sunday afternoon after a 14 – 9 loss to the North Adams SteepleCats at Joe Wolfe Field. Russell Smith picked up the loss, allowing eight runs (five earned) on five hits with four walks in 4.1 innings of work. For the SteepleCats, it was Cameron Kovachick who earned the win […]
Posted inEnvironment & Health
Volvo Ocean Race: Slow start as Volvo Ocean Race fleet drifts into Leg 10 to Gothenburg
The Volvo Ocean Race fleet had a slow start to Leg 10 as a high-pressure system brought bright sunny skies and warm weather but very little breeze to Cardiff on Sunday afternoon. With nearly no wind at the scheduled 1500 UTC start time, the Race Committee pushed a short postponement to allow the tide to […]
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Newport Gulls defeat Ocean State Waves 5 – 1
The Gulls improved to 3-1 on the season after defeating Ocean State 5 – 1 in Game 1 of the Pell Bridge Series on Saturday night. In his first appearance of the year, Northeastern’s David Stiehl gave up just one run on eight hits in five innings while recording eight strikeouts. Camrin Opp wore the loss for […]
Posted inNews
NUWC Newport Technical Director presents a ‘Tech Talk’ to defense industry representatives
Ron Vien, Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport’s newly appointed technical director, addressed defense industry representatives at the Atlantic Resort in Middletown, R.I. on June 5 as part of the “Tech Talk” series sponsored by the Southeastern New England Defense Industry Alliance (SENEDIA). Vien, who also serves as the deputy warranting officer for the […]
Posted inArts & Culture, Opinion
Why Mister Rogers’ message of love and kindness is good for your health
The release of the Mister Rogers documentary, “Won’t You Be My Neighbor?” calls to mind the essential message of Rogers’ long-running children’s program, “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood.” Fred McFeely Rogers, who died in 2003, was also an ordained Presbyterian minister. Over the course of three decades on public broadcasting, he brought to millions of children what his faith’s General Assembly referred […]
Posted inEnvironment & Health
Gulls shut out SteepleCats 8-0
Newport picked up its second win of the summer in an 8-0 victory over the North Adams SteepleCats (0-3). The Gulls offense was led by Kody Hoese and Cole Austin, who both went deep for the Gulls. Hoese’s two-run shot put him atop the New England Collegiate Baseball League in home runs with three on the season. Newport […]
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Dongfeng Race Team takes come-from-behind win in Sky Ocean Rescue In-Port Race
The top three teams in the In-Port Race Series for the Volvo Ocean Race held down the podium positions on Friday afternoon in Cardiff, as Dongfeng Race Team made a pass on the last lap of the race course to claim the win. “We’re very happy. It’s always a pleasure to win the In-Port Race,” said skipper […]
Posted inEnvironment & Health
Newport ousts Gatemen 7-6
In the sixth installment of the inter-league series between the Gulls and the Wareham Gatemen of the Cape Cod Baseball League Newport took home the win by a final score of 7 – 6. Head-to-head, the Gulls hold onto a 4-1-1 record and have now won two straight games after losing its opener in New […]
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Volvo Ocean Race: Every point counts in Sky Ocean Rescue In Port Race Cardiff
It’s getting tense now as we reach the stage in the Volvo Ocean Race where every single point counts. The top three teams in the race are heading into the final two legs separated by just three points on the race leaderboard. After racing over 40,000 nautical miles, Charles Caudrelier’s Dongfeng Race Team, the new […]
Posted inThings To Do
Newport Tour Guides & Greeters News #23: Because it’s June, here come our wonderful summer visitors!
So, let’s rejoice! As we alluded to last week, winter is finally behind us. School children are about to be released from the hallowed halls of education, and families from around the world are packing their suitcases, knapsacks, and duffel bags and heading for the coast, and Newport! June in Newport means the beginning of […]
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Newport Gulls hold off Schooners in home opener to capture 14-10 Win
Newport picked up its first win of the 2018 season in its home opener after a 14–10 victory over the Mystic Schooners (0—2), improving to 1-1 on the season. The Gulls were propelled by an 11-run second inning that featured eight consecutive hits including a two-run shot off the bat of Cole Austin. The Arizona […]
Posted inJobs
Saltzman’s Watches in Newport Is Now Hiring Part Time Sales Associates
Saltzman’s Watches Newport is looking for a part time, 30-35 hours per week, Watch professional. We offer a clean and safe working environment with static schedule. A good candidate will be personable, friendly, enjoy working with people and will be good with their hands for minor watch repairs. Stop into our store at 117 Swinburne […]
Posted inOpinion
Last Days to Sign Up for SNA 5K By the Bay!
The Newport Chapter of the Surface Navy Association invites you to join us for the 94th running of the SNA 5K By the Bay, a Newport Tradition. This semi-annual road race is held on scenic Naval Station Newport and is open to the public. The flat, fast course winds along Narragansett Bay with spectacular views […]
Posted inOpinion
Support Newport AOH Pipe and Drum’s Trip to Ireland for Dublin Parade
The Newport AOH Pipe and Drum marching band has been invited to participate in the centennial parade in Dublin, Ireland taking place March 26, 2016. The Parade to honor the remembrance of the Irish Easter uprising. The Band is comprised of 35 members with backgrounds such as, Policeman, Teachers, Coaches, Harbormasters, High School Age, Active […]
Posted inOpinion
Anchor Bend Glassworks Invites Public to See Fall Gallery Show, ‘Molten Harvest’
The following is a visitor submitted post. The views and opinions expressed herein are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of What’sUpNewp, its contributors or of its advertisers Come see our Fall Gallery Show “Molten Harvest” through 11/22. Open Mon.-Fri., 10a.m.-5p.m.; Sat., 10a.m.-6p.m.; Sun. 11a.m.-5p.m. 16 Franklin St., Newport RI 02840 anchorbendglass.com
Posted inCity & Government, Opinion
Sea Side Sweets & T’s and Newport Police Department Will Host Safe Halloween Event
The following is a visitor submitted post. The views and opinions expressed herein are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of What’sUpNewp, its contributors or of its advertisers. Sea Side Sweets & T’s along with Newport Police Dept will be hosting a SAFE Halloween event October 24th at Brick Market Place from […]
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Editorial: Repose to the Sept 24th edition of Newport this Week Ghost Editor, “Tone Down the Rhetoric Please”
The following is a visitor submitted editorial. The views and opinions expressed herein are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of What’sUpNewp, its contributors or of its advertisers. Repose to the Sept 24th edition of Newport this Week Ghost Editor, “Tone Down the Rhetoric Please”. – 1) Below was our community’s response […]