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Your local, independent source for What’s Up in Newport, Rhode Island, and beyond. Est. 2012
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3-day Surf Forecast for Rhode Island
The following is the National Weather Service Surf Zone Forecast for Newport, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts.
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Live: Rhode Island Power Outage Map
Rhode Island Energy’s interactive map is updated every 5 minutes and provides regional power restoration information. The estimated time of restoration are based on Rhode Island Energy’s latest damage analysis and reflects a general […]
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East Greenwich man charged with illegally possessing firearm and knife, DUI
An indictment, information, or complaint is merely an allegation. A defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty. Attorney General Peter F. Neronha announced that an East Greenwich man […]
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Broadway Street Fair partners with James Montgomery for a special Holiday Concert and Fundraiser
The organizers of Newport’s beloved Broadway Street Fair have announced an exciting collaboration with the legendary James Montgomery for a special Holiday Concert and Fundraiser on Saturday, December 16th. This […]
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Naval War College Foundation appoints Cathleen Coyle as Chief Development Officer
The Naval War College Foundation (NWCF) has recently made an exciting addition to its leadership team with the appointment of Cathleen Coyle as the organization’s Chief Development Officer. Coyle will […]
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Kenny Chesney Makes It A Triple: Sun Goes Down Tour adds third Gillette Stadium show
Nothing says summer quite like Kenny Chesney hitting the stadiums. For many members of No Shoes Nation, those stadiums aren’t just a destination, but a routing for their own summer vacations – […]
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State Police arrest Newport man for Possession of Child Pornography and Transfer of Child Pornography
A Newport man has been arrested for Possession of Child Pornography and Transfer of Child Pornography, according to the Rhode Island State Police. On Wednesday, November 8, members of the […]
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Portsmouth Historical Society to host a lecture on ‘Indigenous People During the Colonial Period’ on Nov. 16
Many people may be unaware of the influences and contributions of Indigenous peoples, such as the Narragansett and the Pokanoket, in the early history of Portsmouth. There is a general […]
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November 1 marks the beginning of the annual Open Enrollment period for Rhode Island’s health insurance marketplace
Governor Dan McKee and HealthSource RI today announced that November 1 marks the beginning of the annual Open Enrollment period for Rhode Island’s health insurance marketplace, HealthSource RI (HSRI). From […]
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Newport police report for Oct. 29 – 30
Here’s a look at the Newport Police Department arrest and dispatch logs for Sunday, October 29 through 7 am on Monday, October 30. What’sUpNewp has edited the arrest log to […]
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Providence man sentenced to double-life following 2020 murder
Attorney General Peter F. Neronha announced today that a Providence man has been sentenced in Providence County Superior Court to double life sentences after being found guilty of murder and […]
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Red, White & Brews: Veterans Day event at Newport Craft Brewery will fund Orion scholarships for military children
Something’s brewing for Veterans Day in Newport! Newport Craft Brewing & Distilling Co., in partnership with Jamestown-based charity, Orion Military Scholarships, will be sponsoring “Red, White & Brews” on Saturday, […]
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Upcoming Adult Programs at Tiverton Public Library in November
The following is a list of library programs that adults can enjoy in November. Patrons are encouraged to visit https://tivertonlibrary.org or call 401-625-6796 to learn more and to register. All […]
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DEM: 2020 Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory indicates Rhode Island achieved its first Act on Climate mandate
The Department of Environmental Management (DEM) announced today that Rhode Island achieved the first greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction mandate set by the 2021 Act on Climate. In 2020, emissions decreased […]
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Speaker Shekarchi and Senate President Ruggerio lauded as Preservation Champions by The Preservation Society of Newport County
NEWPORT, R.I. – Speaker of the House K. Joseph Shekarchi and Senate President Dominick J. Ruggerio were honored as “2023 Preservation Champions of the Year” by The Preservation Society of […]
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Rock The Mansion raises more than $220,000 for Newport Mental Health
With stunning Newport views as a backdrop, generous supporters opened their hearts and contributed more than $220,000 in donations during Newport Mental Health’s ninth annual “Rock the Mansion” Gala. Held […]
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Museum of Newport Irish History to host a lecture on ‘The Irish Musicians of Newport’
The Museum of Newport Irish History announces the second talk of its 22nd Annual Lecture Series, featuring guest speaker Dr. Mark A. Stickney, founder of Historic Music of Newport. Dr. […]
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Leander Paes wins International Tennis Hall of Fame Fan Vote
India’s Leander Paes topped the International Tennis Hall of Fame’s Fan Vote in his first year on the ballot. Serbia’s Ana Ivanović finished second in the vote and Spain’s Carlos […]
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RI Department of State reminds voters of the upcoming registration deadline
Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and the RI Department of State Elections Division are today reminding eligible voters of the voter registration deadline for the special elections being held […]
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RI Mosquito Report: State announces additional EEE and WNV-positive mosquito samples
The Department of Environmental Management (DEM) and Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) are announcing that one mosquito sample collected Sept. 28 from a trap in Exeter tested positive for […]
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Shope, Rodriguez conquer current and competition to win ILCA Masters North American titles
NEWPORT, R.I. — A strong autumn ebb tide augmented by some record rainfall across the Northeast created a one-way race track for most of the nine races at the 2023 […]
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RI Delegation & Governor McKee announce $2 million for clean-energy job training
WASHINGTON, DC – As Rhode Island continues building toward a clean, reliable, affordable energy future, it is critical that the state has a strong pipeline of skilled workers to meet demand. […]
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Rhode Island Department of Housing announces $10 Million in awards to prevent and respond to homelessness
The Department of Housing today is issuing $10 million in funding to 27 organizations for 66 projects to provide emergency shelter, street outreach operations, housing problem solving, supportive services, and […]
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Irish Museum will kick off its 22nd Annual Lecture Series with Dr. Christine Kinealy
The Museum of Newport Irish History announces the first talk of its 22nd Annual Lecture Series, featuring renowned historian and director of Ireland’s Great Hunger Institute at Quinnipiac University, Dr. […]