Bowen’s Wharf today announced that they have cancelled the 5th Annual Newport Oyster Festival and the 30th Annual Seafood Festival, due to COVID-19. “Bowen’s Wharf regrets to announce that both the 5th Annual 2020 Newport Oyster Festival as well as our 30th Annual Seafood Festival has been canceled. Although we are saddened on this year’s […]
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Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival still scheduled for September 17-20
The 2020 Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival is on track for September 17-20, the Preservation Society of Newport County announced today. Given the effects the coronavirus pandemic has had on large gatherings and events, festival-goers can expect a new and innovative kind of experience this year. “With so many events in Newport canceled this […]
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50 High School Juniors in Rhode Island honored with ‘Young Leader’ Award
Rhode Island Treasurer Seth Magaziner yesterday hosted a virtual award ceremony recognizing fifty high school juniors from across the State with the Young Leader Award. “I am inspired by the dedication of students who, during the COVID-19 crisis, have not only adapted to distance learning, but excelled,” said Treasurer Magaziner in a statement. “It is […]
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newportFILM announces launch of newportFILM Drive-In, first drive-in will take place on June 25th at Glen Park
newportFILM announced today that they will be bringing a new socially distance-friendly series of drive-in documentary screenings to Glen Park via newportFILM Drive-In! The first event is planned for June 25th. The Announcement Are you ready for some BIG news?! After a few months of planning and consultation with local officials, we are thrilled to […]
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Whitehouse, Reed call for Federal Support for local Chambers of Commerce and Tourism Boards during COVID-19 crisis
With small businesses in need of local chambers of commerce and tourism initiatives more than ever, U.S. Senators Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) and Jack Reed (D-RI) are calling on Senate leaders to amend the CARES Act to allow small 501(c)(6) nonprofit organizations to participate in the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Paycheck Protection Program. Organizations that […]
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Rogers High School teacher recognized as Cox “Hero of Distance Learning”
Michael Carlino, a math teacher at Rogers High School, was among three teachers recognized as a Cox Communications “Hero of Distance Learning” today during Governor Raimondo’s regular COVID-19 press briefing. “As educators have migrated to uncharted waters with the transition to distance learning, many have emerged as heroes to the students and families depending on […]
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Dunkin’ Donuts on Broadway to permanently close
After several decades, Dunkin’ on Broadway in Newport is permanently closing at the end of this week. A sign put in in the window today says “this location will be permanently closing as of Sunday, June 14th”. A spokesperson for the franchise owner provided What’s Up Newp with the following statement on behalf of the […]
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Scenic Aquidneck Coalition project will bury utility lines along Third Beach Road and Indian Avenue
The Scenic Aquidneck Coalition recently announced a project to bury utility lines along Third Beach Road and Indian Avenue in Middletown. Inspired by the 2017 Second Beach project, the Scenic Third Beach Project aims to promote coastal resiliency, restore the historic landscape and enhance the area’s scenic appeal. Recently, the project received unanimous approval from […]
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Video Game Remedy opens on West Main Road
Alex Daglis is finally having his dream come to fruition with the opening of Video Game Remedy at 999 West Main Road in Middletown. Daglis, is the owner of Video Game Remedy, he was born and raised in Portsmouth and graduated from Portsmouth High School in 2006. Video Game Remedy opened on Tuesday, June 9th […]
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What Sold: 17 Aquidneck Island real estate sales, transactions (June 2 – 8)
Here’s what sold on Aquidneck Island over the last week. Aquidneck Island real estate sales and transactions on What’s Up Newp are brought to you by OUR Real Estate, a locally owned full service, boutique brokerage and lifestyle company. Read more about this locally owned full service, boutique brokerage and lifestyle company below. Newport 63 Ayrault […]
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Watch: Governor Raimondo, RIDOH provide COVID-19 update | June 10
Governor Raimondo and the the Department of Health will provide an update on COVID-19 in Rhode Island during a press briefing at 1 pm today. What’s Up Newp will carry it live below and on our Facebook Page as it happens. Updates from press briefing; Gov: Says she and her husband got tested for COVID-19 […]
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Newport Port Marker organization announces UNESCO Recognition
The Newport Middle Passage Port Marker Project (NMPPMP) today announced that UNESCO, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, has designated the Project and Liberty Square as a “Site of Memory,” associated with The Slave Route, an international honor for the Port Marker organization and for our City by the Sea. The criteria for […]
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Newport teacher named Rhode Island’s 2020 Financial Literacy Teacher of the Year
Today, General Treasurer Seth Magaziner made a surprise “virtual” visit to Rogers High School to recognize Mrs. Maria Tavarozzi as Rhode Island’s 2020 Financial Literacy Teacher of the Year. The visit took place during a regularly-scheduled meeting of the school’s Math Department via Zoom: Mrs. Tavarozzi teaches grades 10-12 at Rogers High School. She worked on […]
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Human Rights Peaceful Protest to be held on Saturday in Newport
A Human Rights Peaceful Protest is scheduled to take place in Newport at 12 pm on Saturday, June 13th. According to a post on social media from Councilor Angela McCalla, this is a “peaceful rally coordinated by our young voices. There will be some speakers as well as a march from Miantonomi to Equality Park”. […]
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Now Hiring: 75 job opportunities available on Aquidneck Island right now
Looking for a new gig, job, or career? Well, you may be in luck, there are more than seventy businesses hiring right now on Aquidneck Island. All jobs are located within ten miles of downtown Newport and have been posted within the last seven days. 22 Bowen’s – Line Cooks & Prep Cooks at 22 […]
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What’s Up This Week In Newport County: June 9 – 15
Tuesday, June 9 Things To Do 4 pm – Finding Your Superpower in Nature: A Self-Leadership Workshop JPT Film & Event Center Virtual Screening Room Chasing The Present: Beyond Anxiety, Beyond Thoughts, Freedom Is PossibleDiana Kennedy: Nothing FancyMilitary WivesThe Painter & The ThiefLucky GrandmaShirleyOne Ocean Film Tour newportFILM Screening Room On The Record Local Government 4:30 […]
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Newport City Council to receive COVID-19 status update
Newport City Council will receive their weekly COVID-19 status update from City Manager Joe Nicholson on Tuesday, June 9th at 4:30 pm. Update – Tom Shevlin, Communications Officer for the City of Newport, has notified What’s Up Newp that this update will take place next Tuesday and every other week moving forward. As of Monday, […]
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COVID-19 tests now available for close contact workers – even those without symptoms
Governor Gina M. Raimondo and Nicole Alexander-Scott, MD, MPH, the Director of the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) provided details yesterday on Rhode Island’s Early Warning Testing System, which will inform the state’s immediate response efforts and inform data modeling and forecasting for the weeks and months to come. As part of the Early […]
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Clean Ocean Access to celebrate World Oceans Day on September 10th
Clean Ocean Access (COA) since 2017 has hosted their summer event in celebration of World Oceans Day on or around June 8, and this year is no different in terms of reminding everyone of the major role the oceans have in our everyday life. The purpose of World Oceans Day is to inform the public […]
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Newport Car Museum reopens on Monday
The Newport Car Museum will reopen on Monday, June 8 and resume regular hours from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. The Museum will follow CDC guidelines for the state of Rhode Island; additionally, it has put in place operational procedures and protocols to further protect the health and safety of visitors. The Newport Car […]
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Obituary for John “JR” Ryall
This obituary originally appeared on Memorial Funeral Home. On Thursday, June 4, 2020, John “JR” Ryall, 65, beloved brother and uncle, of Carle Place, NY died in Providence, RI from complications of COVID-19.Born in Queens, John moved to Carle Place in 1963, making schoolyard friendships that would last a lifetime. After graduating high school in […]
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Newport City Council to host regular meeting on June 10th, here’s what’s on the agenda
Newport City Council will host their next Regular Council Meeting at 6:30 pm on Wednesday, June 10th. The meeting will take place virtually and will be open to the public (we will post the access information here when it is available). CITY OF NEWPORTDOCKET OF THE COUNCIL MEETINGJUNE 10, 2020 THE MEETING WILL BE HELD […]
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Aquidneck Land Trust adds six new members to its board of trustees
The Aquidneck Land Trust (“ALT”) has announced that six new board members have been appointed to its board of trustees. Four of the new trustees were appointed at the organization’s annual meeting, held February 6 at the Atlantic Resort. Bill Corcoran, Steve McInnis, Mark Marosits and Lois Vaughan were voted onto the board at the […]
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Audrain Automobile Museum will reopen on June 8th
After having the museum gallery closed for over two months due to the COVID-19 outbreak, The Audrain Automobile Museum today announced that it will open its doors to the public on Monday, June 8th. “While the museum has continued to share their exhibits and initiatives virtually through a very comprehensive digital program, re-opening the gallery […]
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Norman Bird Sanctuary inspires community support while adapting summer events & education programs
As summer approaches, Norman Bird Sanctuary’s 7 miles of trails remain open and its 325 acres of wildlife habitat are thriving. Like many nonprofit organizations in the local community, Norman Bird Sanctuary has adapted in response to the challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic. “Thanks to the generosity of our donors and an outpouring of […]