The Rhode Island Small Business Development Center this week announced the creation of a new, full-time position dedicated to Newport County small businesses. The Newport Area Regional Director will help area small businesses launch, stabilize, and grow, capitalizing on the many strengths of this beautiful and important economic hub at this crucial time. Accomplished business […]
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Hammetts Hotel opens on Friday
Hammetts Hotel, Main Street Hospitality’s newest addition to its management portfolio, will open on Friday, June 26. Centrally located on America’s Cup at Commercial Wharf, the 84-room hotel places guests in the heart of downtown Newport and welcomes the local community to explore, gather, and dine. The Sarah Langley Gallery at Hammetts Hotel, named for […]
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Watch & Recap: Newport City Council Meeting | June 24th
Newport City Council hosted a regular monthly meeting tonight at 6:30 p.m. Here’s what was on the agenda and how the votes went; Agenda PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG 1. PUBLIC HEARING: Action Item #5929/20 – RE: Public Hearing – Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Application 2019 (w/accompanying resolution) Council approved motion 7-0 LICENSES AND PERMITS […]
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RIDOH and DEM recommend avoiding contact with Almy Pond
The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) are advising people to avoid contact with Almy Pond in Newport due to a blue-green algae (or cyanobacteria) bloom in the pond. Blue-green algae can produce toxins that can harm humans and animals. People should also be careful not […]
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‘Salve Cares Virtual 5k’ seeks to push university’s Mercy Emergency Relief Fund beyond $250,000
Newport, RI – With more than $230,000 already raised, Salve Regina University organizers are reaching out to runners, walkers and joggers in the community to help push its Mercy Emergency Relief Fund beyond the quarter-million dollar mark by signing up and participating in the Salve Cares Virtual 5k anytime between now and July 12. Registration […]
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WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Joe Louis Walker, Blues Hall of Fame inductee and four-time Blues Music Award winner
Newport, RI – Joe Louis Walker, a Blues Hall of Fame inductee and four-time Blues Music Award winner who has a career that exceeds a half a century, joins us for a conversation at 10 am on Wednesday, June 24th. Walker, who recently released BLUES COMIN’ ON, has appeared on multiple Grammy winning albums. Tune […]
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Paul Marshall announces candidacy for Third Ward seat on Newport City Council
Paul Marshall today announced his candidacy for Newport City Council Third Ward. Marshall provided the following statement to What’s Up Newp on Wednesday, June 24th; Paul Marshall is announcing his campaign for Newport City Third Ward Councilor today. “I am excited to announce my candidacy for the City of Newport’s Third Ward Council Seat in 2020. […]
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BankRI’s annual drive results in 1,618 books when organization needs them most
Providence, RI – Despite the impact of the coronavirus on its branch hours and operations, Bank Rhode Island (BankRI) collected 1,618 books for Books Are Wings (BAW) during its abbreviated annual drive this spring. The donated books are now heading to the Pawtucket-based nonprofit at a time when their inventory is low and they’re gearing up to […]
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RIDOH recommends closing Easton’s Beach for swimming because of high bacteria levels
The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) recommends closing Easton’s Beach (also known as First Beach) in Newport for swimming because of high bacteria levels. RIDOH will continue to monitor and review beach water quality regularly to ensure safe bathing throughout the summer. The status of a beach may change as new data become available. […]
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Jeanne-Marie Napolitano announces re-election campaign for Newport City Council At-Large
Jeanne-Marie Napolitano today announced that she will see re-election for a Newport City Council At-Large seat. Napolitano provided the following announcement to What’s Up Newp on Tuesday; It has been my honor to serve the citizens of Newport. I am filing for re-election to continue my work on the Council. Newport faces many challenges. I […]
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Explore Newport’s Old Quarter this July with Newport History Tours
Newport, RI – Newport History Tours continues its initiative for socially distant walking tours this July with a schedule that offers their signature introductory tour to Newport’s history on Fridays, and a different themed tour each Saturday. Guests have the chance to explore Newport’s Old Quarter in intimate groups with an expert guide while learning about […]
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Meagan Landry announces run for At-Large seat on Newport City Council
Newport, RI – Lifelong Newport resident Meagan Landry today announced her candidacy for Newport City Council At-Large. Landry provided the following announcement to What’s Up Newp My name is Meagan Landry, and I’m excited to run for Newport City Council, At-Large. I’m a 4th generation Newporter, and lifelong resident, who takes great pride in living […]
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Now Hiring: 90+ job opportunities available right now in Newport County
Newport, RI – Looking for a new job on Aquidneck Island? Here’s who’s hiring right now. All jobs have been posted in the last seven days and are located within ten miles of downtown Newport. 22 Bowen’s – Food Runners, Hosts, and Dishwashers – 22 Bowen’s7-Eleven – Sales AssociateAmericas Staffing Partner – Medical ClerkAMS Practice Management […]
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Middletown Democratic Town Committee to host ‘Signature Party’ on July 1st
The Middletown Democratic Town Committee today announced that they will be hosting a “Signature Party” on Wednesday July 1st from 4:30 to 6 :30 PM. The Middletown Dems are pleased to offer a safe outdoor venue at the Kempenaar’s Clambake Club located at 323 Valley Road in Middletown for candidates to collect signatures to get […]
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RIDOH reports increase in overdose deaths in first quarter of 2020
Preliminary data indicate that Rhode Island saw a significant increase in accidental drug overdose deaths in the first quarter of 2020, compared to the same period in years past, State officials are announcing today. Although data for January, February, and March of 2020 are still considered provisional, the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) anticipates […]
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Naval War College to host a virtual graduation ceremony on Wednesday
Newport, RI – The Naval War College will hold a virtual graduation ceremony on Wednesday morning with a keynote speech by Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Mark Milley. The Naval War College (NWC) invites all to join them for a YouTube ‘watch party,’ with live comments from Rear Adm. Shoshana Chatfield, Naval […]
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Brenton Hotel introduces new culinary leadership team
Newport, RI Andy Ross, managing director of the Brenton Hotel, the new 57-room luxury boutique hotel on the harbor in Newport, RI, opening in July 2020, announced today the appointment of Kevin Wood as Executive Chef and Emily Brakenhoff as Food and Beverage Director. Executive Chef Wood is charged with developing the new hotel’s seasonal menus, as well […]
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Tiverton Public Library continues Virtual Adult Programs
The following is a list of upcoming library programs that adults can enjoy safely from home via the Tiverton Public Library. Now Through Saturday, August 15th Adult Summer Library Experience Imagine all of the things you can enjoy this summer, both inside and outside the library! Patrons ages 18 and older can participate in our […]
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CCRI selected as new Second Chance Pell Experimental Site to offer postsecondary education in prison
Warwick, RI – The Community College of Rhode Island today announced it is included in the expansion of the Second Chance Pell Experimental Sites Initiative to provide need-based Pell grants to people in state and federal prisons. CCRI is one of 67 colleges awarded the grant, and one of only 130 colleges nationwide selected to participate in […]
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WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Shirley King
Being the blues singing daughter of B.B. King has earned Shirley King the title “Daughter of the Blues,” but she is an outstanding singer and performer in her own right. King will join WUN’s Ryan Belmore and Frank Prosnitz at 3 pm on Tuesday, June 23rd to talk about her new album”Blues For A King”, […]
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Alliance Française of Newport awards scholarship to Emil Hillmer, Senior at Rogers High School
The Alliance Française of Newport today announced this year’s scholarship award to Emil Hillmer, an outstanding Aquidneck Island high school student who has excelled in the study of French language. Emil, a senior at Rogers High School in Newport, accepted the award on June 3rd at the base of the Rochambeau Statue and Monument […]
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Representative Cortvriend will see re-election in District 72
Today, Representative Terri-Denise Cortvriend announced her intention to run for re-election representing District 72 serving Middletown and Portsmouth. More From Her Announcement “I could have never predicted that I would spend the second half of my first term dealing with the many complex challenges brought on by a global pandemic. Covid 19 has put unprecedented […]
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Olga Enger seeks At-Large seat on Newport City Council
Newport, RI – Newport Journalist, photographer, and business owner Olga Enger this afternoon announced her candidacy for an at-large seat on Newport City Council. Enger provided the following announcement to What’s Up Newp on Monday afternoon; Newport journalist and business owner Olga H. Enger announced today she is running for an at-large seat on the […]
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What’s Up in Newport County this week | June 22 – 29
Newport, RI – Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in Newport County this week, June 22 – 29, 2020. Check back often as we’ll add additional events and meetings as we find out about them. Monday, June 22 Watch: Governor Raimondo, Department of Health provide COVID-19 update | June 22How Middletown residents can […]
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Save The Date: 29th Block Island Race Week scheduled for June 21 – 25, 2021
While many races on the 2020 calendar have been canceled or are in doubt, we would all like to have something to look forward to. So with one year to go, we are announcing the dates of the always-eagerly-anticipated Storm Trysail Club Block Island Race Week. Next year will be the 29th edition of this world-renowned […]