As we approach what promises to be among the most intriguing and important general elections in recent memory, WhatsUpNewp will be exploring races throughout Newport County and statewide. We will leave the presidential campaign to the major networks. Already we have seen some upheaval in the primary election, where progressives defeated some incumbents, including some […]
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Senate designates September 19-26 National Estuaries Week
U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse today announced that the U.S. Senate has designated September 19 through September 26, 2020 as National Estuaries Week in a resolution unanimously approved earlier this week. The legislation, sponsored by Whitehouse and 22 colleagues from both sides of the aisle, recognizes the importance of coastal and estuarine regions to the national […]
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RIDOH, Providence College responding to an outbreak of COVID-19 among off-campus students
The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) and Providence College today announced that they are responding to an outbreak of COVID-19 among off-campus students near the school. Approximately 120 cases have been identified in the last three days. RIDOH is reminding people who live in the area around Providence College (and all Rhode Islanders) to […]
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2020 Voter Guide – Candidate Profile: Linda Ujifusa, candidate for Portsmouth Town Council
As we approach what promises to be among the most intriguing and important general elections in recent memory, WhatsUpNewp will be exploring races throughout Newport County and statewide. We will leave the presidential campaign to the major networks. Already we have seen some upheaval in the primary election, where progressives defeated some incumbents, including some […]
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Now Hiring: East Bay Community Action Program, Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce seeking Youth Career Specialist
The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce shared the following job opportunity on Friday; The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce and the East Bay Community Action Program are committed to building a workforce ready for the jobs of tomorrow by strengthening the regions college and career readiness system. There are many roles to fill so flexible […]
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Things to do in Bristol County this weekend: September 18 – 20
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do out there this weekend in Bristol County – Bristol, Warren, and Barrington. Things to do in Bristol County this weekend is brought to you by Friday, September 18 Things To Do 9 am – Wheel Throwing for Beginners and Intermediates 6:45 pm – High Holidays With Chabad […]
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Things to do in Washington County this weekend: Sept. 18 – 20
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do out there this Labor Day weekend in Washington “South” County. As a reminder, those communities in Washington County are Charlestown, Exeter, Hopkinton, Narragansett, New Shoreham (Block Island), Richmond, South Kingstown, and Westerly. Things to do in Washington County this weekend is presented by Friday, September 18 Things […]
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Things to do in Kent County this weekend: September 18 – 20
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do out there this weekend in Kent County. As a reminder, those communities in Kent County are Warwick, Coventry, East Greenwich, West Greenwich, and West Warwick. Things to do in Kent County this weekend is presented by Friday, September 18 Things To Do 9 am – Goddard Memorial […]
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Things to do in Providence County this weekend: September 18 – 20
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do out there this weekend in Providence County. As a reminder, those communities in Providence County include Central Falls, Cranston, East Providence, Pawtucket, Providence, Woonsocket, Burrillville, Cumberland, Foster, Glocester, Johnston, Lincoln, North Providence, Scituate, and Smithfield. Things to do in Providence County this weekend is presented by Friday, […]
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Road Report: RITBA and RIDOT’s scheduled lane closures, construction projects (Sept. 19 – 25)
Here’s a round-up of the scheduled road and lane closures throughout Newport County during the week ahead. Rhode Island Turnpike & Bridge Authority The following road and lane closure notices from the Rhode Island Turnpike & Bridge Authority (RITBA) are effective for the week of September 20 – 26, 2020. All schedules are weather-dependent and […]
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Home on Ocean Avenue fetches $4.45 million
Lila Delman Real Estate today announced the sale of 123 Ocean Avenue in Newport for $4,450,000. George Tollefson and Julie Warburg, Lila Delman Sales Associates, represented the sellers, according to a press release from Lila Delman Real Estate. The buyers were not identified. According to data maintained by the Rhode Island Statewide MLS, Lila Delman […]
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Drought conditions prompt water system flushing in Newport
With Rhode Island now under a statewide Drought Advisory, the City of Newport announced today that the Newport Water Division will be conducting low-flow flushing of the City’s water distribution system beginning Thursday, Sept. 17, 2020, in order to help improve its Newport customers’ water quality. Due to high summer temperatures coupled with lack of […]
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Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce partners with CCRI Division of Workforce Partnerships to provide free virtual courses
The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce today announced that they and the Community College RI Divisions of Workforce Partnerships (CCRI) have formalized a partnership that will bring valuable programming to the businesses of Greater Newport. The Chamber’s partnership with CCRI was created to educate and empower local entrepreneurs and business owners by providing enriching skill-specific […]
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Governor Raimondo issues statewide “Drought Advisory” to raise awareness of dry conditions
Governor Gina M. Raimondo today issued a statewide “Drought Advisory” based on indicators and assessments reviewed by the state’s Drought Steering Committee. According to a press release from Governor Raimondo’s office, the Drought Steering Committee, which falls under the purview of the Water Resources Board (WRB), convened meetings on August 13 and September 10 with […]
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newportFILM to host free drive-in movie screening of ‘Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of My Voice’ at T.F. Green Airport
T.F. Green Airport and the Rhode Island Airport Corporation (RIAC) will be hosting a free, pop-up drive-in movie, in partnership with newportFILM, on Thursday, September 24th. At 6:30 pm on September 24th, the film “Linda Ronstadt: The Sound of my Voice,” will be shown at T.F. Green Airport’s parking lot located at 2119 Post Road […]
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Jack Kane to retire after 24 years in Middletown’s Building and Zoning Department
Longtime Building and Zoning Official Jack Kane is retiring, the Town of Middletown announced today. Recently, Kane informed the town he was stepping away from the job at the end of September to pursue other interests. Kane has worked in the town’s Building and Zoning Department for the past 24 plus years, the last 14 […]
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Energy-Saving Trees Program providing 1,200 free trees to Rhode Island homeowners this fall
The Department of Environmental Management (DEM), in partnership with the RI Tree Council, RI Nursery and Landscape Association, and the Arbor Day Foundation, today announced that it is providing 1,200 free trees to Rhode Island homeowners this fall. Now in its eleventh season, the program helps Rhode Islanders save energy and lower their utility bills by strategically planting […]
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Special exhibit by E.A. Kahane to open at the Newport Historic Spring Site
The Newport Historic Spring Leadership Committee today announced that they will host a special photography exhibit by Newport resident and acclaimed photographer E.A. Kahane. The exhibit entitled “We Need a Parade!” photos of the 60th anniversary of Newport’s St Patrick’s Day Parade. This exhibit is free and open to the public starting September 18 until […]
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Now Hiring: 92 job opportunities available right now
If you’re looking for a job in or around Newport, we’ve got you covered. Here’s a look at who’s hiring right now. All jobs posted are within five miles of downtown Newport and have been posted/available in the last week. 7-Eleven – Store Employee22 Bowen’s -Line Cooks – 22 Bowen’s Advance Auto Parts – Store DriverAdvanced […]
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Home on Sea Stones Drive in Portsmouth sells for $3.32 million
A home located at 10 Sea Stones Drive recently sold for $3,320,000, according to a press release received today from Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty. According to data available from Rhode Island Statewide Multiple Listing Service, the real estate firm says the sale of 10 Sea Stones Drive is the highest sale in Portsmouth […]
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EMMA Acres named Rhode Island’s 2020 ‘Outstanding Dairy Farm Of The Year’
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) today announced EMMA Acres in Exeter has been named Rhode Island’s 2020 Outstanding Dairy Farm Of The Year by the Rhode Island Green Pastures Committee, of which DEM is a member. “This awards program shines an important light on the value of dairy farming to our state, and […]
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Arts & Cultural Alliance of Newport County’s extends the deadline for Artist Award application to October 1
The Arts & Cultural Alliance of Newport County (ACA) today announced that the deadline for the Artist Awards, in support of Newport County artists and art projects that benefit our community, has been extended to 11:59 pm on October 1, 2020. The original deadline was today, September 15th. Artist Awards of up to $500 support […]
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Business owners encouraged to apply now for grants through Restore RI Grant Program
This story was sponsored by the Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce. The Restore RI Grant Program is still open for applications, meaning funds are still available for business owners. Most small businesses are eligible for grants of $2,500 to $15,000 and are strongly encouraged to apply. The following table shows the maximum grant amount a […]
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Rep. Cortvriend to host talk on proposed Portsmouth Green and Complete Street ordinance
Representative Terri-Denise Cortvriend today announced that she will host her 32nd “Talks with Terri” this Wednesday, September 16th starting at 8:30 a.m. via Zoom. The topic of discussion will be on local pedestrian and bike safety as it relates to the proposed Portsmouth Green and Complete Street Ordinance. “Join me to learn about Green and […]
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Newport Tree Conservancy offering free trees to Newport residents
The Newport Tree Conservancy today shared details regarding their Specimen Tree Restoration Program. The program provides unique trees to be planted anywhere on private property in the City of Newport. The trees, which are limited in availability, are free in exchange for the commitment to plant and maintain the tree. Each year the Newport Tree […]