The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) yesterday announced the award of $37,500 in matching grants to help communities and businesses invest in boat pump-out facilities across Rhode Island. The grants are funded under the US Fish & Wildlife Service Clean Vessel Act (CVA) and support two projects along the Sakonnet River and East […]
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Middletown launches new Holiday Card Art Contest
The Town of Middletown today announced that it is sponsoring its first annual Holiday Card Art Contest as a way of spreading seasonal cheer and promoting the beauty of Middletown in the community. The winning submission will be used to decorate the holiday card that the Town of Middletown sends to employees, volunteers, and officials […]
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Color our Town Press releases ‘Color Newport’
For those wanting to explore The City By The Sea, the Color Newport coloring book is not just a fascinating collection of illustrations to color, but also an illuminating travel guidebook that helps navigate the most captivating places Newport has to offer. From the historic mansions located on the scenic Cliff Walk, to the acclaimed […]
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RI Hospitality Association’s #BYOBlanket Campaign kicks off as restaurants pick up thousands of blankets, hand warmers, and heaters
On Wednesday, October 14th, The RI Hospitality Association (RIHA) kicked off its #BYOBlanket campaign, geared toward helping Rhode Island’s restaurants extend the outdoor dining season, with the first distribution of more than 12,000 blankets, thousands of hand warmers, 370 outdoor heaters and thousands of pieces of personal protective equipment (PPE) taking place at the Providence Marriott Downtown at […]
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Tiverton Farmers Market to continue through fall, winter, and spring
Tuesday’s at the Tiverton Farmers Market continue this fall, winter, and next spring, in the airy and light-filled community hall at Sandywoods Center for the Arts in Tiverton. Just minutes from seven walking trails plus salt marshes and beaches the Tiverton Farmers Market offers a starting point for numerous walking, biking, hiking as well as […]
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What’s Up in Newport County this week: October 19 – 25
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in Newport County this week, October 19 – 25, 2020. (This story will be updated as more information, events, and meetings are announced, check back for updates!) Monday, October 19 LIVE ON WUN | Meet The Candidate: Len Katzman, Portsmouth Town Council Jamestown Fish will be sold […]
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Common Fence Music will present Joel Mabus in an online concert on November 8
Common Fence Music will present Joel Mabus, legendary Mid-Western songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, in an online concert on Sunday, November 8 at 7 p.m. The event is free, and all tips go to the artists. A link to the online concert will be provided at commonfencemusic.org prior to show time. Joel Mabus was born in 1953 to a family […]
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U.S.Department of Defense Education Activity awards Pell Elementary School $500,000 grant to expand STEM programming
STEM programming at Claiborne Pell Elementary School is about to grow, thanks to a recent grant from the U.S. Department of Defense Education Acitivity. Marcin Rembisz, the Communications Coordinator/Secretary for Newport Public Schools, shared the following announcement on Monday morning. U.S. Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) Awards Newport’s Claiborne Pell Elementary School $500,000 Grant […]
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VIDEO | Meet The Candidate: J. Mark Ryan, Portsmouth Town Council
J. Mark Ryan, a candidate for Portsmouth Town Council, joined What’s Up Newp on Saturday, October 17 at 12:30 pm to chat about his campaign, his priorities, and why voters in Portsmouth should re-elect him in the upcoming election. J. Mark Ryan currently sits on the Portsmouth Town Council. What’s Up Newp has invited all […]
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Now Hiring: 60+ job opportunities available right now in and around Newport
Looking for a new gig, job, or career in the Newport area? Get your search started here with our roundup of who’s hiring right now in and around Newport, good luck! All job opportunities have been posted within the last seven days and are located within five miles of downtown Newport. 22 Bowen’s – Line […]
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Preservation Society adds new outdoor holiday tradition, ‘Sparkling Lights at The Breakers: An Outdoor Magical Wonderland’
Holidays at the Newport Mansions will be more spectacular than ever this year, with a new outdoor experience, “Sparkling Lights at The Breakers: An Outdoor Magical Wonderland,” illuminating the mansion and its historic grounds with thousands of lights from Saturday, Nov. 21, through Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021, The Preservation Society of Newport County announced today. […]
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Arts & Cultural Alliance of Newport County awards Jessica Slocum 2020 Arts & Cultural Alliance Artist Award
The Arts & Cultural Alliance of Newport County (ACA) today announced Jessica Slocum as the recipient of a 2020 Arts & Cultural Alliance Artist Award. Slocum is producing a film about Russell Daly, a Newport-based artist who passed away in 2019. The film will honor and celebrate Daly and allow the audience, as Daly writes, […]
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VIDEO | Meet The Candidate: Louisa Boatwright, Newport School Committee
Louisa Boatwright, a candidate for Newport School Committee, joined What’s Up Newp on Thursday, October 15 at 3 pm to chat about her campaign, her priorities, and why voters in Newport should re-elect her to the school committee in the upcoming election. What’s Up Newp has invited all candidates for Newport School Committee to join […]
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City of Newport to host Halloween Spooktacular at Easton’s Beach on October 31
Halloween is right around the corner and while the Coronavirus might put a damper on this year’s festivities, the City of Newport today announced that its Newport Recreation team is busy planning a special Trick or Treat at the Beach! On Saturday, October 31st, Newport Recreation will be hosting a Halloween Drive-Thru Spooktacular at Easton’s […]
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Newport awarded $598,000 grant to examine effects of sea-level rise, storm surge in and around Navy Base, west side of Aquidneck Island
The City of Newport today announced that it has been awarded a $598,000 grant from the Department of Defense, Office of Economic Adjustment, to develop strategies to protect critical resources along the West Side of Aquidneck Island from the anticipated effects of storm surge and sea-level rise. In addition to the City of Newport, the […]
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Raimondo Administration announces major expansions to Restore Rhode Island Grant Program
Governor Gina Raimondo and Rhode Island Commerce today announced major expansions to the Restore Rhode Island Grant Program including increasing the size of potential grant awards up to $30,000 – doubling the original grant sizes. Eligibility for the program is also being increased to allow non-profit organizations and private child care facilities that have not […]
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VIDEO | Governor Raimondo’s weekly COVID-19 Press Briefing
Governor Gina Raimondo and the Rhode Island Department of Health hosted a press briefing at 1 pm on Wednesday, October 14 to provide an update on COVID-19 in Rhode Island. The Governor announced during the briefing that she will also host a press briefing at 1 pm on Thursday, October 15 to provide more updates […]
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The Public’s Radio | Newport Canvassing Authority plan to move North End polling place raises voter access questions
Members of the Canvassing Board say the polling location at the Park Holm Senior Center poses COVID-related health risks, but some locals argue the move could impact voter turnout. Read more from The Public’s Radio here.
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Newport Art Museum to open new exhibition, ‘Call & Response’
The Newport Art Museum today announced that it will present a new exhibition, “Call & Response,” which will be on view October 17 – December 31, 2020. “Call & Response” showcases innovative works of art by regional artists while offering a glimpse of the Museum’s collection through fresh eyes. Donnabelle Casis, Untitled (220-17 RM), 2020, Gouache on panel, 40 […]
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What Sold: 19 Aquidneck Island real estate sales, transactions (Oct. 6 – 13)
Wondering what homes sold on your street, in your neighborhood or on Aquidneck Island? With the help of our friends at OUR Real Estate, a locally owned full service, boutique brokerage and lifestyle company, we bring you that information every week. Learn more about OUR Real Estate at our-realestate.com. Our weekly roundup of Aquidneck Island real […]
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NEADS seeks full-time puppy raisers to help train future service dogs
NEADS World Class Service Dogs, based in Princeton, MA. today announced that it is actively recruiting volunteer Full-Time Puppy Raisers in New England. The importance of the Puppy Raiser program is paramount; NEADS World Class Service Dogs change lives every day but cannot do so without proper dog training. NEADS is ramping up its Full-Time […]
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Potter League to host Heart & Sole Virtual Walk/Run for Animals
Potter League for Animals is hosting its first virtual Heart & Sole Walk/5K Run for Animals on Sunday October 18th at 12Noon. The Heart & Sole Walk for Animals is the Potter League’s largest fall fundraiser to raise funds and awareness for homeless and neglected animals across Rhode Island and beyond. What’s Up Newp’s Ryan Belmore […]
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City of Newport | Applications now open for Take It Outside Grant Program
Newport businesses interested in applying for the City’s Take It Outside grant program are being encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible in order to secure reimbursement for the procurement of tents, propane heaters, and jersey barriers. Eligible restaurants and retailers can now apply for the program directly from the City’s website at www.CityofNewport.com/TakeItOutside. […]
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What’s up in Newport County this weekend: Oct. 9 – 11
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do across Newport County this weekend, October 9 – 11, 2020. Friday, October 9 Things To Do Annual Rogue Island Comedy Festival at Greenvale Vineyards10 am to dusk – Escobar Farm’s Corn Maze open10 am to 5 pm – Columbus Day Weekend Sidewalk Sale on Bowen’s Wharf11 am – NEW! Newport Historical […]
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ecoRI News | MLK Center to expand popular program to provide produce year-round to those in need
The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Center in Newport plans to offer produce year-round. ecoRI news has the full story here.