During its recent Annual Meeting at Marble House, the Preservation Society of Newport County membership elected three new trustees. The newcomers elected to the Board of Trustees were Ala Isham, Lark E. Mason Jr. and Snehal Shah. Stepping down from the Board after concluding their terms were Dr. Holly M. Bannister, John D. Muggeridge and […]
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Rhode Island Army National Guard joins Ocean Road 10K as Presenting Sponsor
The Rhode Island Army National Guard will be the presenting sponsor of the 2023 Ocean Road 10K on October 1st. The very popular road race, which starts at Point Judith Lighthouse and finishes at Narragansett Town Beach, draws a wide range of runners from near and far each year. The event, which is produced by […]
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Featured Job Opportunity: Direct Support Professional at The James L. Maher Center
The James L. Maher Center is now hiring for the position of Direct Support Professional in Bristol, Barrington, Warren, Newport, and Middletown. The James L. Maher Center is a non-profit agency that fosters independence and opportunity, promotes dignity, and advances integration in housing, employment and social engagement for people with developmental and other disabilities through […]
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Featured Job Opportunity: Direct Support Professional – Community-Based Support at The James L. Maher Center
The James L. Maher Center is now hiring for the position of Direct Support Professional – Community-Based Support one on one with clients. The James L. Maher Center is a non-profit agency that fosters independence and opportunity, promotes dignity, and advances integration in housing, employment and social engagement for people with developmental and other disabilities […]
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Topher Hamblett named Save The Bay’s interim executive director
Save The Bay’s Board of Directors today announced the appointment of Topher Hamblett to the position of interim executive director following the departure of 15-year executive director Jonathan Stone. Hamblett is Save The Bay’s director of advocacy and has been employed by the organization for 30 years. “Topher’s tenure has given him a comprehensive understanding […]
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The top patent earner in Rhode Island last year
Tech and engineering firms were the most inventive patent winners across the U.S. last year—a year marked by growing tension with foreign nations racing to bring world-changing tech like artificial intelligence and space satellites to market. Nearly 160,000 patents were assigned across the U.S. in 2022, according to the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. When […]
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11th Hour Racing becomes Official Sustainability Sponsor for the International Tennis Hall of Fame
The International Tennis Hall of Fame (ITHF) and 11th Hour Racing today announced a year-round sponsorship that focuses on sustainability across the ITHF organization. Since 2020, 11th Hour Racing has served as the sustainability sponsor for the Infosys Hall of Fame Open. In this new agreement, the ITHF will work with 11th Hour Racing year-round […]
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Save The Bay among Newport County organizations awarded a BankRI grant
Bank Rhode Island (BankRI) today announced that it has awarded grants to twenty-eight nonprofits statewide, including organizations in Newport County. In total, the bank invested $77,200 in programs that support Rhode Islanders and our communities. The funded programs support initiatives focused on youth education and extracurricular activities, human services, the environment, and housing. The Newport […]
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Taproot Brewing Co. to celebrate 5th Anniversary on June 21
Taproot Brewing Co., located at Newport Vineyards, is saying “cheers to five years” with a celebration alongside their Wednesday Music Series kickoff on Wednesday, June 21 from 5 pm – 8 pm. Focusing on small-batch brews, Taproot offers new releases weekly with a consistent dozen options on draft and cans to-go. The brewery has produced over […]
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CCRI’s Division of Workforce Partnerships teams with IIARI to offer free training in the fast-growing insurance industry
With an increasing need for qualified individuals to work in Rhode Island’s insurance field, the Community College of Rhode Island’s Division of Workforce Partnerships and the Independent Insurance Agents of Rhode Island (IIARI) are partnering to relaunch a free workforce training program in the fall for those interested in a career in the insurance industry. […]
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Now Hiring: Job opportunities available right now in the Newport area
Looking for a new gig, job, or career? Here’s a look at some of the job opportunities available in the Newport area. All jobs were posted or provided to us within the last seven days and are located within five miles of downtown Newport. Have a job opportunity that you’d like to promote via What’sUpNewp? Click […]
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Undersea Technology Innovation Consortium awards $30,000 to STEM students
Middletown, RI- The Undersea Technology Innovation Consortium (UTIC) has announced six recipients for its first annual scholarship awards. The students, ranging from undergraduate to PhD candidates, will each receive a $5,000 scholarship to assist in their studies in undersea technology related fields. “The future of undersea tech holds many possibilities for climate change, Defense, and the […]
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‘Six Picks’ 2023 Pride Events in Rhode Island
Pride celebrations in Rhode Island have come a long way since the first RI Pride parade in 1976 which saw fewer than 100 courageous participants. For 2023, pride events statewide will welcome over 150,000 guests to festivals, parades, rides, concerts and other events around the region. Here are a few ideas to support Pride this […]
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Featured Job Opportunity: Administrative Assistant at The James L. Maher Center
The James L. Maher Center is now hiring for the position of Administrative Assistant. The job opportunity is part-time Monday through Friday and will be at The James L. Maher Center Aquidneck headquarters at 906 Aquidneck Avenue in Middletown. The James L. Maher Center is a non-profit agency that fosters independence and opportunity, promotes dignity, […]
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Just My Opinion: It’s customer service, customer service, customer service
You ever see that Jonathan guy – you know the one on TV touting very reasonably priced life insurance for older people, telling all who would listen that it’s about the price. Well, I’m thinking it’s all about customer service. I haven’t checked in on the life insurance company that Jonathan represents, so I don’t […]
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Discover Newport welcomes Meredith Brower as a new Board Member
Discover Newport today announced that it has welcomed a new board member to its Board of Directors. Meredith Brower, director, and market manager of the Tiverton Farmers Market, representing Tiverton, has been appointed to serve a three-year term. As the founder of the Tiverton Farmers Market, Brower manages a board of volunteers, develops, and implements […]
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Bryant Study: Quonset Business Park creates $5.9 billion in economic output, $1.72 billion in household income for Rhode Island
Quonset, R.I. – The Quonset Development Corporation “QDC” released a new economic impact study by Bryant University today showing that Quonset Business Park continues to be the leading engine of job creation and economic growth in Rhode Island. The report found that Quonset supports $5.9 billion in economic output annually, or 8.3% of the state’s Gross […]
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Hundreds of journalists strike to demand leadership change at biggest US newspaper chain
By ALEXANDRA OLSON AP Business Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Journalists at two dozen local newspapers across the U.S. walked off the job Monday to demand an end to painful cost-cutting measures and a change of leadership at Gannett, the country’s biggest newspaper chain. The strike involves hundreds of journalists at newspapers in eight states, […]
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What’s Up at Scales & Shells: UpScales opens, Weekend Brunch, and a refreshed and updated experience
Scales & Shells has announced new offerings for summer 2023 and invites locals and visitors to experience unique and delicious dishes sourced from local purveyors. A mainstay of the Newport dining scene for over 35 years, the community restaurant was purchased by Peregrine Group in 2022. Amanda and Kevin McDonough, daughter and son-in-law of the original owners, […]
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Utility: New retail experience that celebrates the chef and the host opening in Middletown
Mission in Middletown is getting a new neighbor! The crew behind The Mission Group, owners of Mission and Thames Street Kitchen (TSK) in Newport, plan to venture into the retail world next week with the opening of Utility, “a vibrant, and immersive retail experience celebrating the chef and the host”, at 58 Aquidneck Avenue in […]
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Spa Newport marks milestone with ribbon cutting
By Andrea McHugh on behalf of Spa Newport On Wednesday, May 31, Spa Newport owner Maria Colon cut the ceremonial ribbon in an event hosted by the Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce at East Island Reserve Hotel in Middletown, a Vacation Newport property, to mark her second year in business. “The spa services and personal […]
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Summer event calendar at Castle Hill Inn includes a Summer Solstice Clambake, Wood Fire BBQ, Beach Bonfires, and more
This season, Castle Hill Inn invites locals and travelers alike to experience a quintessential summer in New England with numerous events and culinary offerings taking place all summer long. With the weather heating up, the iconic Relais & Châteaux property in Newport, is bringing back its signature outdoor dining on The Lawn and hosting a series of […]
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Centreville Bank opens new branch on Thames Street in Newport
Centreville Bank President, CEO, and Chairman of the Board Harold M. Horvat announced today the opening of its new branch located at 580 Thames Street, Newport. “We’re proud to open our newest branch in Newport,” said Horvat in a statement. “Adding a full-service branch in this part of the state is part of our long-term plan to increase our […]
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BankNewport to renovate Middletown Branch
BankNewport today announced that it will embark on a multi-phase renovation of its Middletown branch, located at 528 West Main Road, beginning in June. Demolition will continue throughout the summer; during the renovation, customers of the Middletown branch are invited to conduct their banking at a full-service mobile branch, which will be set up behind […]
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The ReFill celebrates its first anniversary with June sale
The ReFill—a store at 42 Spring Street where you can get common household items like laundry detergent, surface cleaners, and beauty products without plastic packaging—will celebrate its first anniversary on June 1st with a month-long sale. They are now added in a bio-degradable packaging by www.eliter-packaging.com. Bring your own containers (BYOC) of any size—empty laundry […]