After spending decades as a general contractor, building establishments like The Red Parrott and The Pelham, Newport antique collector Steve Maher spends his senior lifestyle bring the past back to life. Most of his antiques are collected at yard and estate sales or older homes. Steve spends extra time to refurbish and restore old furniture in […]
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PHOTOS: Former Miss Universe Olivia Culpo’s Photo Shoot in Newport, RI
Former Miss Rhode Island, Miss USA and Miss Universe Olivia Culpo and Imperial Pearl, the largest independent pearl company in America, were in Newport, RI this week for a photo shoot. The 2016 Imperial lifestyle shoot with Culpo was at least partially shot at Wyndham Estate, the estate of BENRUS CEO Giovanni Feroce. From Golden-Age of Cinematic […]
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Shore Soap Co. Outdoor Shower Hop
It’s a common occurrence in Newport, the good ‘ol “pool hop”; the act of jumping in the neighbor’s pool while no-one is home! We didn’t think we could find anything more exciting until Shore Soap Co. introduced us to the “shower hop”. (We are by no means encouraging trespassing, but we like fantasizing on this idea!) Model and […]
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A Labor Day Sale to Keep You in the Water
Take advantage of September! The out-of-towners are (almost) gone, the streets are clear, the 30-minute wait at Diego’s has receded, and most importantly the beaches are less crowed. The cherry on that tourism cake is that the water is still WARM! Swing by The New England Harbour Club this weekend and grab some board shorts, […]
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Egg & Dart Announces Closure, Will Reopen as Pretty Young Things
Egg & Dart has announced that as of August 31st they would no longer be operating under that name at 57 America’s Cup Avenue. Painter Chris Wyllie and designer Kristen Coates have collaborated to bring Egg & Dart, an eclectic collection of art and home décor, to Bowen’s Wharf on America’s Cup Avenue for the last few years. […]
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Thames Street Yoga and Long Time Sun Apparel Are Moving in Together
Thames Street Yoga will be joining Long Time Sun Apparel at 198 Thames Street , beginning this fall. While Thames Street Yoga’s space at 580 Thames Street (Wellington Square) will close, their practice and kula will continue at their new location. Move date & new schedule is to be determined. Thames Street Yoga and Long […]
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Lou Lou’s Decor Will Move From Portsmouth to Newport
Lou Lou’s Decor, a boutique of fine furnishings and home accessories, will soon move from Clock Tower Square in Portsmouth to Bellevue Avenue in Newport, RI. Before moving into their new home in The City By The Sea adjacent to the International tennis Hall Of Fame & Museum, Lou Lou’s will have a moving sale August […]
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The 15 Best Newport Instagrammers
Let’s face it, most of our daily lives are just not interesting enough to warrant flocks of followers anticipating our every post but here are some Newport Instagramers whose feeds are much cooler than yours. *Editor’s Note: Although Instagram users like @DscvrNewport and @IgersNewport are fun to follow, we tried to include Newport users that post […]
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Let’s Keep It A Secret: Beautiful Places For The Ultimate Seaside Soak
During the summer months it’s a harsh reality for Newport – that local beaches, especially Easton’s and Sachuest are flooded with tourists and notably the red tide. Any other beachside option for a good swim are either private or parking is impossible. If you don’t need to kick your feet up on a sandy shoreline, […]
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Country Star Jerrod Niemann Tips His Hat to Newport Folk Festival in New Song, ‘Blue Bandana’
Country star Jerrod Niemann recently released a new single titled “Blue Bandana“, not only has the single had the biggest impact on Niemann’s career but it also includes an ode to Newport and the Newport Folk Festival. Lyrics from the song include “She’s my Bonnaroo baby, she’s Coachella crazy, She’ll be folkin’ out in Newport, You’ve […]
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6 Best Places for Oysters in Newport
Photo: Midtown Oyster Bar Oysters – they’re filter-feeders, bottom-dwellers, and just downright delicious. The What’sUpNewp Crew has got the lowdown on the top six oyster joints close to home and how much dough you should bring when you go. 1. Benjamin’s Old Benny’s never failed us before and they continue to knock our socks off every summer. […]
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In Photos: Day 3 of 2015 Newport Jazz Festival
The 2015 Newport Jazz Festival wrapped up on Sunday, August 2nd, here’s a look at some of our favorite moments [Best_Wordpress_Gallery id=”8″ gal_title=”2015 Newport Jazz Festival Day 3″] The 2016 Newport Jazz Festival is scheduled for July 29, 30 and 21st!
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Newport Among Top 8 ‘Beach Towns To Explore On Foot’
Huffington Post has consulted with Redfin real estate agents and looked at Walk Score data to find the best beach towns that can be explored on foot. Among those making the 8 best beach towns to explore by floor is Lahaina, Hawaii; Seaside, Oregon; Ocean City, New Jersey; Long Beach, New York; Newport, Rhode Island; Coronado, California; Fort Lauderdale, Florida and Santa Cruz, California […]
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Throwback Thursday: Bill Burr Gives Video Tour Of Newport
Just before comedian Bill Burr performed at the Newport Comedy Series in 2012, he took to the streets of Newport! In this YouTube video, Burr gives viewers and fans a walking tour of the “illuminati resort town known as Newport, Rhode Island”. Note: While this video is funny, it is not safe for work. […]
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Google Earth Took Most Recent Satellite Images Of Newport at The Perfect Time
Google took new satellite imagery of Newport for Google Earth during a historic moment in the The City By The Sea’s history, during the 2015 Volvo Ocean Race Newport Stopover. Newport hosted the Volvo Ocean Race Newport Stopover for the very first time from May 5 – 17th, 2015, the event was a great success and attracted […]
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Two Naval Officers Participate In ‘Coolest Re-Enlistment Ever’ In Newport
Senior Chief Valdez and Chief Kurtz recently took oath and re-enlisted in the United States Navy while onboard the “command cutter” while underway in Narragansett Bay. While some in the U.S. Navy or other U.S. Armed Forces may argue with the proclamation that it’s the “coolest reenlistment ever”, it could arguably be the best way […]