People’s Credit Union’s Community Enhancement Committee coordinated the creation and sale of an employee cookbook. All proceeds from the sale of the cookbook were donated to the Rhode Island Community Food Bank. Lisa Roth Blackman, Chief Philanthropy Officer at the Community Food Bank, and Hugh Minor, Director of Communications, met and received the donation in […]
Business
A look at What’s Up in business in Newport, Rhode Island, and beyond.
Now Hiring In Newport: 70+ Companies (Jan. 29)
Looking for a job in or near Newport, RI? Whether you’re looking for a part-time job, seasonal gig or new full-time career, chances are that someone is looking for you out there. Jobs Opportunities In & Around Newport, RI All jobs posted in last 7 days and are in or within 5 miles of Newport. American […]
Gurney’s Newport Resort & Marina Debuts
Gurney’s Newport Resort & Marina debuts this month in the former Hyatt Regency Newport hotel. George Filopoulos of Metrovest and BLDG Management, owners of Gurney’s Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa, along with affiliates of Square Mile Capital Management LLC, purchased the Hyatt Regency Newport and are leading the transition of the property. Situated on nearly […]
Dockwa to Acquire Marinas.com
Dockwa, Inc., the Newport, Rhode Island headquartered slip and mooring reservation platform which boaters use to connect to marinas online and by app, announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Marinas.com, the world’s most extensive online marine directory of more than 75,000 marine locations, including 15,000 marinas, yacht clubs, and […]
60+ Companies Hiring Right Now in Newport County (Jan. 22)
Looking for a job in or near Newport, RI? Whether you’re looking for a part-time job, seasonal gig or new full-time career, chances are that someone is looking for you out there. Jobs Opportunities In & Around Newport, RI All jobs posted in last 7 days and are in or within 5 miles of Newport. 22 […]
Ragged Island Brewing Co. Preparing to Open Next Month
In Portsmouth, Matt Gray and five other co-owners of Ragged Island Brewing Co., a new microbrewery specializing in IPAs, are working hard to open the taproom’s doors next month. Last summer, we broke the news that the entrepreneurs had signed a lease at their 200 High Point Ave location, and now they’re just waiting on one final piece of paperwork, a […]
People’s Credit Union Appoints New Business and Residential Lending Manager
Middletown, RI – People’s Credit Union has announced the appointment of Steven Carneiro to the position of Business and Residential Lending Manager. In this position, Mr. Carneiro is responsible for soliciting, developing, and expanding member business relationships, producing a variety of business and commercial loans, managing a portfolio of businesses and corresponding loan relationships, as […]
50+ Companies Hiring Right Now in Newport County (Jan. 16)
Looking for a job in or near Newport, RI? Whether you’re looking for a part-time job, seasonal gig or new full-time career, chances are that someone is looking for you out there. Jobs Opportunities In & Around Newport, RI All jobs posted in last 7 days and are in or within 5 miles of Newport. 22 […]
Electric Boat Is Hiring: Job Fair To Be Held in Middletown on January 11th
Interested in a manufacturing career? Electric Boat in North Kingston is hiring machinists, metal fabricators, pipe-fitters and welders. Skills For Rhode Island’s Future will host a hiring fair on Wednesday, January 11th at the Newport County Chamber of Commerce for manufacturing jobs at Electric Boat. Initially established in 1973 to provide off-site support to Electric […]
Newport Business News: January 9, 2017
Keeping up with what’s happening and new with Newport businesses can be tough, we decided to do something about it in order to help you (and us) keep track of all that’s happening in the City-By-The-Sea. This is ‘Newport Business News’, a weekly column where we keep you in the know of what’s happening with […]
Help Wanted: 50+ Companies Hiring Right Now in Newport (Jan. 8)
Looking for a job in or near Newport, RI? Whether you’re looking for a part-time job, seasonal gig or new full-time career, chances are that someone is looking for you out there. Jobs Opportunities In & Around Newport, RI All jobs posted in last 7 days and are in or within 5 miles of Newport A-Line […]
Social Media Safety: Beware What You Share!
Social media sites connect us in extraordinary ways, allowing us to communicate and share information like never before. But the convenience of interacting with friends and acquaintances doesn’t come without a price. A whole set of new risks has surfaced and even though social networks are trying hard, it is often user negligence that leads […]
Middletown’s People’s Credit Union Recognized as One of the Strongest Credit Union’s in the Nation
People’s Credit Union has announced it has earned the highest 5-Star Superior rating from BAUERFINANCIALS, the Nation’s Premier Bank and Credit Union Rating Firm. People’s Credit Union has earned and maintained this top honor for 100 consecutive quarters earning even higher accolades. People’s Credit union is a “Best of Bauer” credit union for maintaining a […]
Bridge to Fitness Hosts New Year’s Day Workout Challenge to Benefit Multiple Charities
Bridge to Fitness used New Year’s Day to raise money for a Newport, Connecticut and nonprofit. Over 30 participants donated $25 on Sunday to participate in the Olympic Challenge Class, proceeds benefited Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center in Newport, the Newtown Parent Connection in neighboring Newtown, CT and nationally the Wounded Warriors Foundation. […]
After Approximately 40 Years, the Patio Bar at The Black Pearl Will Be Demolished for Renovations
Changes are coming for a Newport institute that has stood the test of time for more than 40 years. An employee of The Black Pearl has confirmed with What’sUpNewp that today (January 1st) will be the final day of the patio bar at The Black Pearl. Following today, the bar and patio will be demolished for […]
New Year, New Career: Dozens of Local Companies Hiring Right Now In Newport
Looking for a job in or near Newport, RI? Whether you’re looking for a part-time job, seasonal gig or new full-time career, chances are that someone is looking for you out there. Have a job posting you would like to add to this list and have featured? You can add a listing here. Jobs Opportunities […]
Tallulah On Thames Sets The Record Straight Regarding Current and Future Projects
Kelly Ann Rojas, a partner at Tallulah On Thames, issued a press release on December 29th that explains what’s happening and ahead for Tallulah On Thames, as well as some of Tallulah’s other projects. The press release comes after much speculation by press and the public about what the future held for Tallulah on Thames […]
Laura Jean Denim to Change Ownership in 2017
After more than 12 years, Laura Jean Denim will have new ownership beginning on February 1, 2017. Storeowner and Newport local, Laura Flynn, founded her company in 2005 with the mission of bringing fashionable, comfortable clothing to Newport. Flynn shared the news with customers and friends via an e-mail on Thursday morning. “I am happy […]
A Newport Business Is Hoping To Keep Your Pets’ Paws Safe This Winter
A local pet supply shop is hoping to make Newport a more paw-friendly place this winter for dogs and their owners. Beginning January 1st, pet owners, retailers, and property owners will be able to purchase Safe Paw brand ice melt at wholesale pricing through the Newport-based business. “Newport’s winters can be tough for pets,” explains […]
Now Hiring: 40+ Companies In Newport Right Now
Looking for a job in or near Newport, RI? Whether you’re looking for a part-time job, seasonal gig or new full-time career, chances are that someone is looking for you out there. Have a job posting you would like to add to this list and have featured? You can add a listing here. Jobs Opportunities […]
Staying Safe On Public Wi-Fi
While shopping this season, how many of us will take a break, grab a snack and check our bank or credit card balance before splurging on that extravagant gift? Most of us routinely enjoy public Wi-Fi offered by coffee shops, hotels, restaurants, airports and other public places, but sometimes these sources are not secure… but […]
Whiskey is Coming to The Wharf Pub
Here’s something to look forward to in 2017: Spirits are coming to The Wharf Pub! The rustic bar and restaurant, known for it’s comfort food and selection of local craft beers, is trading its beer and wine license (aka pub license) with the folks at Stoneacre Pantry for their full liquor license, said Wharf Pub […]
50+ Companies Now Hiring in Newport (Dec. 18)
Looking for a job in or near Newport, RI? Whether you’re looking for a part-time job, seasonal gig or new full-time career, chances are that someone is looking for you out there. Have a job posting you would like to add to this list and have featured? You can add a listing here. Jobs Opportunities […]
People’s Credit Union Donates to the Salvation Army Angel Tree Program
People’s Credit Union participated in the Salvation Army’s, Angel Tree Program during this holiday season with coordination from the Credit Union’s Community Enhancement Committee. The program provides new clothing and or toys for families with children. Angel Trees with tags were set up in the lobbies of all six People’s Credit Union branches. Employees and […]
Tyler’s Two Cents: Thank You Jason…
“All good things must come to an end,” is an idiom that we are all familiar with. Penned by Chaucer in the late 1380’s, this quote has come to serve as a constant in understanding that nothing can last forever. Although translated more often in a negative connotation, the statement should be followed with rhetoric […]
