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The following items were discussed by Newport City Council on Wednesday, October 26th, here’s a quick review of what was approved, amended and/or changed during the more than two-hour meeting. More in depth stories and follow up to come on a few key issues. (Meeting notes are in bold, full agenda can also be seen […]

You may want to cover your outdoor plants this evening. The National Weather Service in Taunton has issued a Frost Advisory for Coastal Massachusetts and Rhode Island, which includes Bristol and Newport. With temperatures expected to fall into the mid 30’s in our area, the advisory will be in effect from 10 p.m. on Wednesday […]

Attorney General Peter F. Kilmartin and the National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG) Eastern Region will host a two-day meeting in Newport, R.I., according to a press release from the Attorney General’s office on Tuesday, October 11th. The event will reportedly focus on local, state and federal governmental and non-governmental partnerships to deliver cost-effectives services […]

After several years of planning and construction, St. Clare will host a dedication and blessing of their new building on Tuesday, November 1st. The 30 minute ceremony begins at 1:30 p.m. with brief remarks by St. Clare’s administrator Mary Beth Daigneault; Jeff Lipshires, Vice President, Behan Bros; Governor Gina Raimondo and then a blessing and ribbon […]

WhatsUpNewp is  profiling each of the statewide referenda, in what promises to be a spirited election from the presidency to local public offices and local issues. ICYMI, here are two previous stories that we’ve published – The November Ballot: Question 1 – Tiverton Casino & The November Ballot: Question 2 – Ethics. While it may appear that […]

Meredith Nordhem Ewenson; her disposition is as rare as her hair color. She is positive, vibrant, and dynamic, working a full-time job (and then some) while still maintaining a presence. How does she do it? “I think doing multiple things brings in energy from each thing.” Many of you may know Meredith as the Marketing Director […]

A shellfish harvesting closure is in effect for lower Sakonnet River, Harvester Tagging Area 5C, until further notice. The closure is due to a preliminary toxic shellfish finding associated with the harmful algae bloom being monitored in Rhode Island waters. The closure includes carnivorous snails, such as whelk and moon snails. On October 7, The […]

University of Rhode Island President David M. Dooley will spotlight the achievements of a group of alumni and friends at the University’s 11th annual Distinguished Achievement Awards on Oct. 22 at the Newport Marriott. The President’s Awards will be presented to leaders in business, education, economic development and even the world’s leading gaming and lottery […]

The Historic Cemetery Advisory Commission will host a celebration and resetting of historic gravestones at the Common Burying Ground in Newport on Saturday October 22nd at 11a.m. A 326-year old gravestone, which went missing from Newport approximately 37 years ago, was recently returned to Newport after being discovered in a suburban Philadelphia yard. In August […]

Coach Building Brighter Futures for Others to be Honored by Family Service of Rhode Island Family Service of Rhode Island, a statewide non-profit serving abused children and many other Rhode Islanders in need, is honoring Providence College men’s basketball coach Ed Cooley at its 12th annual Brighter Futures luncheon on Wednesday, October 26, at the Rhode […]

The Salvation Army in Newport, RI is temporarily extending its food pantry to allow individuals to visit twice a month until further notice in response to community needs, according to LT. James Bang of the Salvation Army Newport Corps. Open to families and individuals who are residents of Newport County, the food pantry  has been a staple […]

Thousands of runners, dressed as Santa’s, are expected to participate in the inaugural Santa Hustle 5k and Half Marathon in Newport, RI on November 20th. The Santa Hustle, produced by Illinois-based Adrenaline Sports Management, is a road race series where runners are provided with a Santa hat, beard, and a lightweight performance hoodie to wear while running in a 5k or […]

The Kind Spirits is launching an initiative here on Aquidneck Island called “The Community Action Project”. “Recently there has been much dialogue on local hot-button social issues regarding our community but very few venues to execute solutions,” said Jason Kindness, President of The Kind Spirits. The Kind Spirits is a local business created by Jason […]

New Shoreham is the setting for the new suspense thriller BLOCK ISLAND, which is currently in production.  Tony Glazer is directing from a screenplay by Jon Adler and Ted Weihman.  Jon Adler, Summer Crockett Moore and Ken Shur (The Bellmen) are producing.  Ms. Moore and Mr. Glazer are Managing Partners and Principals of Choice Films […]

The first full moon that appears in October is called the Hunters Moon, it appeared over Newport, RI on Sunday, October 16th. The Hunters Moon, which is the first moon after the Harvest Moon, is named as the preferred month to hunt summer-fattened deer and fox unable to hide in now bare fields. Like the Harvest […]

Pay Your Rhode Island Personal Income Tax Online RI.gov launches its latest electronic customer convenience PROVIDENCE, R.I.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Taxpayers can now pay their Rhode Island personal income tax credit online via, https://www.ri.gov/app/taxation/payments, on the official website for the Rhode Island Division of Taxation. “This solution provides taxpayers with a convenient option for paying their personal income […]

Hasbro Reports Revenue, Operating Profit and Net Earnings Growth for Third Quarter 2016 PAWTUCKET, R.I.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS) today reported financial results for the third quarter 2016. Net revenues for the third quarter 2016 increased 14% to $1.68 billion versus $1.47 billion in 2015. Third quarter 2016 revenues include a negative $2.8 million impact […]

An 18-year-old Newport man has been arrested and accused of stabbing 3 men in Plymouth, New Hampshire on Sunday morning. Terrance Simmons Jr., 19, of Newport, RI is being charged by Plymouth Police with three counts of second-degree assault, three counts of misdemeanor possession of a controlled substance, and two felony counts of possession of […]

What About Bobby is a column that is written by Bobby Forster, a 27-year-old Newport resident living with ALS If you’re new to this series or missed a recent story by Bobby, it may be helpful to catch up on what he’s been talking about. Here’s story #1- What About Bobby: What Would You Say If You […]

Billy Bush, Donald Trump, Sexism and St. Georges School in Middletown, R.I. – these are all topics in a recent story written on Reel Girl by  Margot Magowan. “Billy Bush and I went to the same boarding school in Newport, Rhode Island (St. Georges in Middletown, RI). When I heard the Billy Bush/ Donald Trump […]

The NASA Wallops Flight Facility and Virginia’s Mid-Atlantic Regional Spaceport are set to support the launch of Orbital ATK’s Antares rocket at 8:03 p.m. on Sunday, October 16th. UPDATE: The rocket launch scheduled for this evening has been rescheduled for Monday evening at 7:40 p.m. The launch may be visible, weather permitting, to  residents throughout […]