Your chance to own the iconic ‘Ganny in Jamestown is here. Kirby Properties on Wednesday announced that the popular bar/restaurant/music venue in Jamestown was officially on the market. Listed at $1 million, the sale of 25 Narragansett Avenue includes the “building, business, and FF& E”. Property Description The iconic Narragansett Café, known by locals as […]
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Survey | COVID-19: How well are you doing as an individual, as a business owner?
With COVID-19 raging in Rhode Island and throughout the country, and states implementing tougher rules, we wanted to see how well you are doing, and whether you are accepting the government regulations. Answers to this survey may appear in a story on What’s Up Newp in the coming days. Loading…
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Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce hiring Business Outreach Specialist
The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce is looking for a new member to join their dynamic team. The prime candidate would be an individual interested in advancing innovative models of business engagement and developing effective strategies for regional economic development. The position will support the Regional Economic Development Division of the Greater Newport Chamber of […]
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Restaurant community urges Rhode Islanders: ‘Follow the Rules’ during holiday season
By Rhode Island Commerce With Thanksgiving and a busy holiday season approaching, local restaurant owners are calling on Rhode Islanders to do their part to stop the spread of COVID-19 in order to save their industry. In a series of public service announcements, the state’s restaurant community is highlighting the severe impact of the pandemic […]
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Senator DiPalma, Representative Tobon will call for stronger small business support at a virtual press conference on Monday
Senator Louis P. DiPalma (D-Dist. 12, Middletown, Little Compton, Newport, Tiverton) and Representative Carlos E. Tobon (D-Dist. 58, Pawtucket) will host a virtual news conference Monday on the need for greater assistance for Rhode Island small businesses. According to a press release from the State of Rhode Island General Assembly, they will be joined by […]
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Business owners frustrated with upcoming restrictions on gyms, group fitness
Significant changes in Rhode Island – via “Rhode Island on PAUSE” – will take effect on Monday, November 30 and extend through December 12 in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19. Among the changes are the closure of indoor sports facilities, gyms and group fitness, and organized sports. The new restrictions aren’t “working […]
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Grants available to help businesses make up for pandemic-related losses
By Department of Revenue Rhode Island Governor Gina M. Raimondo this week announced a relief program for restaurants, bars, and other such businesses that have been ordered to close earlier than usual because of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Using federal Coronavirus Relief Funds, the Governor authorized the payment of grants to these impacted businesses. Under […]
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WUN Shop Local Gift Guides: Self Care
What’s Up Newp will have shop local gift guides through the holiday season. Every year, but especially this year, consider the impact your dollar will make on the local economy versus purchasing from a larger chain or online retailer! If there’s one theme of this past year, it’s that many of us have realized the […]
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Island Cinemas temporarily closes
Island Cinemas announced on Monday that they have made the decision to temporarily close. “We have made the tough decision to close temporarily pending the film studios release of new and more profitable films. Please stay tuned for our re-open date”, the theater announced this week. Island Cinemas had been open over the past several […]
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Pet Valu to close all U.S. stores, including nine in Rhode Island
Pet Valu announced today that they will close all of their stores across the United States. “It’s with heavy hearts that we must close all Pet Valu US stores,” Pet Valu said on Facebook today. Pet Valu has 358 stores and warehouses across the United States, the company has reportedly coted COVID-19-related restrictions as a […]
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Ocean State Job Lot offering ‘Military and Veteran Discount Week’ November 5 – 11
By Ocean State Job Lot Ocean State Job Lot (OSJL), a privately-held, family-operated discount retail chain with 143 stores in New England, New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania is proud to offer its annual Military and Veteran Discount Week at all Ocean State Job Lot stores November 5th through November 11th. To receive the 25% discount, customers must present proper […]
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Governor Raimondo announces Remote Work Grant Program
By Rhode Island Commerce Today Governor Gina Raimondo and Rhode Island Commerce announced a new program to expand access to and the efficacy of remote work to further fight the spread of COVID-19. The effort will help fund the purchase of hardware, software and internet access to support Rhode Island workers and businesses. “As we […]
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Discover Newport moving offices to Long Wharf Mall
Discover Newport, which for years occupied the Gateway Center as a marketing and visitors’ center, will move to smaller offices at 44 Long Wharf Mall, hoping to open the new offices in January. “We’re moving our sales and marketing office,” said Evan Smith, Discover Newport Executive Director, concentrating on what he said is the agency’s […]
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Governor Raimondo announces $20 million Hotel, Arts, & Tourism Industry Relief Program
Governor Gina Raimondo today announced a new $20 million relief program targeted specifically to the hotel, arts & tourism industries (“HArT”). According to Rhode Island Commerce, the two-part program will provide direct support grants, as well as placemaking activity grants to eligible businesses. The competitive grant program aims to prevent the long-term closure of arts, […]
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After a difficult few months, The Bodhi Spa opens in Providence
Last week, The Bodhi Spa co-founders and sisters Cedar Hwang and Harmony Oschefski opened the doors of a new location at 186 Broadway in Providence. In the midst of a pandemic, the path to launching the hydrotherapy spa – known for its unique Water Journey – in historic Federal Hill was long, hard-fought, and put […]
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Former Newport Daily News property on Malbone Road sells for $3.6 million
The former long-time home of Newport Daily News at 101 Malbone Road sold for $3.6 million on Tuesday, October 27, 2020, according to Rhode Island Statewide MLS. According to The Property Buying Company, the property spans 20,101 sq. ft on 4.98 acres. The new owner of the property is James Leslie Hildebrand of Newport, according […]
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$14.2 million in new funding will help parent company of Dockwa expand from water to land
The Wanderlust Group (TWG), a Newport, R.I. and Cambridge, M.A.-based technology leader in the marine and outdoor lifestyle industries, today announced that it has closed $14.2 million in Series B funding. As COVID-19 has led millions to trade airlines and hotels for boats, RVs, and campgrounds, travelers are finding an outdoor travel industry that is […]
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Experience ‘Fall Festivities’ at Hotel Viking
Hotel Viking is kicking off the week with some fun happenings, including a new cocktail series with Newport Craft, all-new offerings from newly opened Spa Fjor, and deep discounts for locals looking for a fall getaway. Below are the details; Cozy Cocktails with Newport Craft: To celebrate the season, Hotel Viking’s expert mixologists have teamed up […]
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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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NUWC Division Newport hosting virtual Industry Day to engage private business
Story by Public Affairs Office, Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport NEWPORT, R.I. — Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport’s Office of Small Business Program will host virtual Industry Day webinars over several days in October to network and invite industry representatives to learn about ways they can do business with the Navy and Division […]
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Middletown-based Rhed’s Hot Sauce wins big in Annual 2020 NYC Hot Sauce Expo
Rhed’s Hot Sauce, a locally-owned boutique hot-sauce company, recently announced that is has won two ‘Screaming Mi Mi’ awards in the prestigious 2020 NYC Hot Sauce Expo, reportedly taking first place in the Asian category with its ‘Déjà vu’ sauce and third place in the Jalapeño category with its ‘Club Jalapeño’ sauce. Each year, hundreds of hot sauce companies from around the globe […]
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Plant City X slated to open in Middletown in December 2020
The creators of Plant City, the popular vegan food hall in Providence, are bringing their innovative plant-based food to Aquidneck Island with a new restaurant concept called Plant City X. The eatery – a smaller version of the Providence location – is slated to open in December and will focus on re-imagining fast food in […]
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Potter League for Animals acquires Pets In Need Veterinary Clinic
The Potter League for Animals announced today the acquisition of the Pets In Need Veterinary Clinic, Rhode Island’s only 501(c)3 nonprofit full-service veterinary clinic that offers low-cost, high quality medical and surgical services for pets of eligible low-income Rhode Island pet owners. The merged business will operate under the name Potter League Pets In Need Veterinary […]
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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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WPRI | New spin studio in Portsmouth designed with social distancing in mind
Two Tiverton women have made the best out of a bad situation by opening their own spin studio. WPRI has the story here – New spin studio in Portsmouth designed with social distancing in mind