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UPDATE: Newport Skating Center Hits 85% of Fundraising Goal; Deadline to Give is Fast Approaching

This story was originally published on November 7th, updated on November 9th & 12th. As What’sUpNewp first reported, there is a fundraising effort underway to bring the Newport Skating Center back to Downtown Newport this winter. The Save the Newport Skating Center fundraising campaign is currently at 80% 82% 85% to their goal, with time to still […]

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St. Paul’s United Methodist Church Will Participate in ‘Buy Nothing Day’ Coat Drive and Exchange

Photo via Buy Nothing Day Coat Drive – Rhode Island Facebook Page On November 27th 2015 – the busiest day in the American retail calendar and the unofficial start of the international Christmas-shopping season – thousands of activists and concerned citizens in 65 countries will take a 24-hour consumer detox as part of the annual […]

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2015 Veterans Day Deals, Discounts and Specials in and around Newport, RI

As Veterans Day approaches we will continually update this list as restaurant’s and companies announce their Veteran’s Day specials. Schedule Of Veterans Day Events In and Around Newport Applebee’s At participating Applebee’s on 11-11-2015, Veterans and Active Duty Military can select a free meal from a limited menu for Veteran’s Day. Provide proof of service […]

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Morning News, Headlines and Notes (Nov. 11)

A roundup of today’s big stories that have to do with what’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport, RI… [the_ad_group id=”61″] The Latest Newport, RI Headlines One of the 1st African-American Marines honored posthumously (ABC6)New England long snapper Joe Cardona is a Patriot and a patriot (Wicked Local)RI gambling revenues outpacing projections (Projo) [wp-rss-aggregator]

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Foley’s On Broadway is Now Under Contract

What’sUpNewp has learned that Foley’s on Broadway, located at 105 Broadway, is now under contract. A binding contract has been signed, subject to meeting certain contingency conditions, and the seller wishes to solicit back-up offers. While the contract and sale could fall through, “Under Contract” means that the sellers have accepted an offer from a buyer, […]

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Newport Morning News and Notes | October 10

A roundup of today’s big stories that have to do with what’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport, RI… Salve Regina University Football Will Play For New England Football Conference Championship: (What’sUpNewp) Newport Polo Names Most Improved and Sportsmanship Awards: Newport Polo is pleased to announced its 2015 Most Improved Player and … […]

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The Chanler at Cliff Walk Rolls Out Christmas Package; Includes a Stay, Gourmet Meals and Holiday Gifts

The Chanler at Cliff Walk is offering a Christmas Package this holiday season which includes a two-night stay, seasonal gourmet meals and assorted holiday gifts. Home to 20 different room types, each themed after a different time period or architectural/decorative style, The Chanler at Cliff Walk allows guests to choose their guestroom as part of this holiday-themed […]

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Solarize Aquidneck Launches Island-Wide Solar Initiative, Hosts Community Workshops

On Thursday, November 12, Solarize Aquidneck will host a community workshop-­‐Solar 101,for residents of Aquidneck Island interested in learning more about the advantages of solar installations on their homes and businesses. The workshop will be held at 7 p.m. at the Community College of Rhode Island, Newport Campus. Those who can’t attend the workshop can […]

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Randal Poirier, of Independence Financial Partners, is the 2015 Season Sponsor of Newport Nutcracker at Rosecliff

Randal Poirier, of Independence Financial Partners, is the 2015 Season Sponsor of Island Moving Co.’s magical Newport Nutcracker at Rosecliff. As the Season Sponsor of the production’s 14th season, Poirier will be treating clients and friends to a private performance of the ballet to celebrate the holidays.  “I have long been a supporter of Island […]

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Morning News and Notes | November 9

A roundup of today’s big stories that have to do with what’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport, RI… WATCH: Newport Stone Carver Appears on ‘CBS Sunday Morning’ on November 8th: (What’sUpNewp) Va. man biking 4000 miles for homeless veterans: Rick Hart pedaled away from his hometown of Newport, R.I. 47 days ago […]

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WATCH: Newport Stone Carver Appears on ‘CBS Sunday Morning’ on November 8th

Nick and John Benson from the The John Stevens Shop, located at 29 Thames Street, appeared on CBS Sunday Morning on November 8th. CBS Sunday Morning Story – A Stone Carver’s Family Tradition Nick Benson’s handiwork can be seen across the country – his meticulous portfolio immortalized on headstones, war monuments and memorials. The stone carving […]

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12 Newport Stereotypes That Simply Aren’t True

People certainly have their preconceived thoughts and stereotypes of what Newport is like and what the people of Newport must be like. For example, when you google “Why is Rhode Island…” the first six answers that come up is boring, small, liberal, expensive, corrupt and haunted. We’ve all been asked by tourists, locals and everyone in between […]

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Newport Morning News and Notes | November 8

A roundup of today’s big stories that have to do with what’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport, RI… Five Fun Facts About Each of Newport’s Oldest and Most Historic Churches: (What’sUpNewp) Local Legend Claims One Of The Most Famous Questions in History Was Formulated at Sachuest Beach: (What’sUpNewp) Willy’s Burger Bar […]

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