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Newport News Headlines (Nov. 22)
A roundup of today’s big stories that have to do with what’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport, RI… Newport, RI News Headlines [the_ad_group id=”217″] Newport Art Museum showcasing the exquisite work of portrait artist … (PROJO) [wp-rss-aggregator]
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Cluny School Will Host Christmas Tree and Wreath Sale on Lower Thames on Thanksgiving Weekend
A 2-day sale of Christmas wreaths and trees to benefit Cluny School will be held Saturday, November 28 and Sunday, November 29 in the International Yacht Restoration School (IYRS) parking lot, 449 Lower Thames Street, Newport. The sale runs from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.on Saturday, and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, or while supplies last. Fresh and fragrant 24-inch, double-faced […]
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Career Milestones for 2 Local Polo Players
Newport Polo players are making waves this month as Amy Rice, resident of Portsmouth, mounts her campaign to represent State Senate District 11, covering Portsmouth, along with portions of Bristol and Tiverton. The primary election is on December 1st, with early voting available at town hall. Rice, a successful Newport attorney, served three State Senate terms from […]
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Newport News Headlines (Nov. 21)
A roundup of today’s big stories that have to do with what’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport, RI… Newport, RI News Headlines [the_ad_group id=”217″] Photo Gallery: Christmas at the Newport Mansions (PROJO)‘Christmas at the Newport Mansions’ takes almost a year to plan (PROJO)House of the Week: Stately Victorian among Tiverton’s most historic (PROJO) [wp-rss-aggregator]
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15 Amazing Newport County Airbnb Home Listings
Airbnb allows visitors to rent (illegally or legally, that’s for Newport City Council to decide) several hundred properties across Newport County. The average Airbnb retail in Newport is $191 and there are more than 300 rentals available in Newport. Here are some of the most unique, fun and amazing Newport County Airbnb Home Listings… 1 […]
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2016/2017 What’sUpNewp Card Offers and Experiences
The What’sUpNewp Card is an annual exclusive membership to curated experiences and exclusive discounts and opportunities across Newport County. Purchase a card here. READ MORE: Introducing the What’sUpNewp Card, An Annual Membership to Curated Experiences and Exclusive Discounts Are you a business and interested in providing What’sUpNewp Card Holder offers? This is your chance to promote your […]
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Newport News Headlines (Nov. 20)
A roundup of today’s big stories that have to do with what’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport, RI… Newport, RI News Headlines [the_ad_group id=”217″] Taxi companies agree to pause Uber case until after RI General … (Projo)Hotels and Villas offer Savings on Black Friday and Cyber Monday (Virtual Strategy Magazine) [wp-rss-aggregator]
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Newport Shipyard Acquires Newport Charter Yacht Show
Photo ©Billy Black Newport Shipyard General Manager Eli Dana announced today that Newport Shipyard has acquired the Newport Charter Yacht Show from Newport Exhibition Group. “We are very pleased to announce that the 2016 Newport Charter Show will be managed and hosted by our team at Newport Shipyard. We will work closely with the Newport Exhibition […]
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UPDATE: After 35 Years, Tropical Gangsters Has Permanently Closed
After 35 years, the owners of Tropical Gangsters are retiring and their Thames Street store will soon close. While there has not been a definitive closing date set for the women’s clothing, shoes and accessories store, the space is available for lease through Hogan Associates Real Estate and there are huge sales happening in both […]
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Newport News Headlines (Nov. 19)
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Discover Newport Welcomes Four New Members to Board of Directors
Discover Newport announces four new members to its Board of Directors. The new appointments will be filling the seats of board members whose terms have expired. Keith Chouinard, Director of Sales and Marketing at the Hyatt Regency Newport Hotel & Spa, will be representing hotels over 100 rooms within the destination. With more than 15 […]
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UPDATE: New Owners Of Rhumbline Apply For Entertainment License; Face Heavy Opposition
What’sUpNewp brought you the news first on October 12th that the Rhumbline had been purchased by Larry Silverstein and Patrick Kilroy, co-owners of Midtown Oyster & Surf Club (formerly Perry Mill Tavern). The closing date for the sale of the property was November 4th and reports indicate that the property at 62-64 Bridge Street was purchased […]
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Governor Raimondo Appoints City of Newport Councilor Naomi Neville to School Building Authority Advisory Board
In August Governor Gina M. Raimondo launched the School Building Authority, a component of her Jobs Plan, that includes conducting the first statewide school construction assessment as well as a new funding mechanism for public schools with immediate renovation needs. When she launched this initiative she stressed that the Authority would be hitting school building […]
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Something Special for Salve Students at the Off-Campus Living Fair
On Thursday October 19th, Salve Regina University will be hosting an Off-Campus Living Fair. Students who are interested in living off campus, as well as those who are undecided and want to review their options, are encouraged to attend. Our friends Libby Kirwin Real Estate will be setting up shop, giving away free warning sign door […]
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10 Long-Time Businesses on Lower Thames Street Are For Sale or Will Close by End of Year
Big chances are coming for Lower Thames Street, and it’s not just the usual every few years changes – some long-time businesses are for sale or calling it the end of a long run in 2015. 1 – Tropical Gangster After 35 years, the owners of Tropical Gangsters are retiring and store at 375 Thames Street closed […]
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Get Your Business Involved With The What’sUpNewp Card
Welcome to the What’sUpNewp Card Offers registration page. This is your chance to promote your business to an audience of highly social, active and engaged people who love Newport County. Learn More About The Card: Introducing the What’sUpNewp Card, An Annual Membership to Curated Experiences and Exclusive Discounts With the What’sUpNewp Card there are no sign-up fees […]
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Newport News Headlines (Nov. 18)
A roundup of today’s big stories that have to do with what’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport, RI… Tiverton casino proposal could be decided by RI voters (WPRI)Social Snaps: Taste of Newport raises nearly $100000 for Child … (PROJO) [wp-rss-aggregator]
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Newport Skating Center Will Return to Downtown Newport This Year
Newport Waterfront Events, a division of Waterfront Productions LLC, has told What’sUpNewp that although the Newport Skating Center fundraising campaign has yet to completely meet its goal there is enough confidence that additional funds will be received over the next few weeks to move forward with the return of the rink to its former downtown […]
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Haven Brothers, ‘The Oldest Diner On Wheels’, is Coming to Newport
Haven Brothers Concessions Food Truck will handle the on-site concessions at the Newport Skating Center this season. The Rhode Island icon has been serving Rhode Islanders from it downtown Providence location since 1893, making it the oldest diner on wheels. Dates and hours that Haven Brothers will be on hand at the Newport Skating Center will […]
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Newport News Headlines and Notes (Nov. 17)
A roundup of today’s big stories that have to do with what’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport, RI… Tiverton casino proposal could be decided by RI voters (WPRI)Social Snaps: Taste of Newport raises nearly $100000 for Child … (PROJO) [wp-rss-aggregator]
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Salve Regina Football Will Play in Clayton Chapman Bowl Championship
The Eastern College Athletic Conference (ECAC) has announced the pairings for the 2015 Division III Football Bowl Championships to be held Nov. 20-22 at a pre-determined neutral site for the first time in Conference history. Just this past weekend, Salve Regina University fell to Western New England University in the NEFC Championship. All six games […]
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Holidays By The Sea, A Shop, Stay, Dine and Explore Initiative, Will Begin on November 27th
Newport’s holiday season is right around the corner and with that comes a number of traditional family fun festivities and hours of sensational shopping throughout the County during the 3rd Annual Holidays by the Sea initiative. The Newport County Chamber of Commerce along with members of their board and its Retail Committee created the […]
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Wyndham Estate Is Back On The Market For $8 Million
Wyndham Estate, one of the highest points in Newport with 360 degree ocean and harbor views, is back on the market for $7,999,995. The 12,279 square foot property includes 8 beds and 9 baths. The property was purchased by former Alex & Ani CEO Giovani Feroce back in January 2014 for $6.8 million in a cash transaction. […]
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Newport News Headlines and Notes (Nov. 16)
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 Latest Newport, RI News Headlines [wp-rss-aggregator]