RaNew Salon announced recently that they have acquired Shannon’s Barber Shop on Spring Street and are re-opening/re-branding it as “The Barbershop by RaNew Salon”. This is a good news story – the acquisition has allowed one side to grow, and the other side to semi-retire. “RaNew Salon will remain at 580 Thames St for all […]
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Potter League for Animals acquires Rhode Island Community Spay & Neuter Clinic
Middletown, RI – The Potter League for Animals announced on Tuesday the acquisition of the Rhode Island Community Spay and Neuter Clinic, Rhode Island’s leading spay and neuter service provider. The Announcement/Media Advisory The Potter League for Animals has announced today the acquisition of the Rhode Island Community Spay and Neuter Clinic, Rhode Island’s leading […]
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Chamber of Commerce will host Career Event & Job Fair on April 9th
The Newport County Chamber of Commerce will host Greater Newport WORKS, a Career Event & Job Fair for the Greater Newport area on Tuesday, April 9th from 1pm – 4pm at the Wyndham Atlantic Resort, 240 Aquidneck Ave. Middletown. This job fair is free and open to the public. No registration is required for Job Seekers. […]
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Local businesses encouraged to decorate for Newport Daffodil Festival
With the daffodils starting to pop-up all over town, local retailers are encouraged to enter the Newport Daffodil Festival window decorating contest – the daffier the better, says Newport Daffodil Festival coordinator John Hirschboeck. Entry forms are available on the Festival website, NewportDaffyDays.com, under INDUSTRY RESOURCES. All entries must be received by Monday, April 8 for […]
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People’s Credit Union donates $80,000 to United Way of Rhode Island’s Corporate MyFund Program
Middletown-based People’s Credit Union announced today that they have donated $80,000 to United Way of Rhode Island through the organization’s corporate MyFund™ Program. To date, People’s Credit Union has used the digital giving tool to make donations to the South County YMCA, LINKS North Kingstown, The Boys and Girls Club of Newport County, and the […]
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Seaport Shines, a unique Moonshine that calls Newport its home
It ain’t your grand-pappy’s Moonshine. No backyard still, cleaned perhaps annually, hidden in the trees behind the barn. Transported in oversized boots, in cars speeding away from pursuing police. This is much more genteel – a Moonshine that’s made from that same corn meal, but is meant to be sipped, exploding in flavors that surprise […]
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Peanut Butter Jelly & Wine Pop-Up Lounge opening at The Chanler at Cliff Walk
The Chanler at Cliff Walk has announced their next seasonal venture, and it has to do with arguably the greatest sandwich ever invented – peanut butter & jelly! Starting April 1 (through May 19), the hotel will transform their outdoor terrace into a Gourmet Peanut Butter Jelly & Wine Pop-Up Lounge. The space will provide […]
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Who’s hiring? 115 job opportunities available in and around Newport right now
Looking for a new gig, part-time job, full-time job, or career? You might be in luck! There are more than 100 businesses hiring right now in and around Newport, Rhode Island! All jobs have been posted within the last 7 days and are located within 5 miles of downtown Newport. Featured Job Opportunities Admiral Fitzroy […]
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It’s Official: The National Sailing Hall of Fame is coming to Newport
City officials on Wednesday formally closed on a deal to sell the upper two floors of the historic Armory building on Lower Thames Street to the National Sailing Hall of Fame for $1,685,000. The sale was initially approved by the City Council in July of 2018 following several months of negotiations. A separate Council vote […]
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The Brenton Hotel will make its debut in Spring 2020
The first major milestone in the construction of Newport’s newest luxury boutique hotel, the Brenton Hotel, took place last week as demolition began of the current two-story building at 31 America’s Cup Avenue. Construction of the new 57-room hotel will begin upon completion of the demolition. The Brenton Hotel will debut in spring 2020 at […]
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Chamber seeks business input to measure economic impact of gas outage
Over 425 businesses in Newport County were impacted during the natural gas outage in January 2019. While many are back to business as usual, most are just now learning the true cost of this event. The Newport County Chamber of Commerce is seeking business input to get a better understanding of the losses suffered due […]
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Now Hiring: 118 job opportunities available in Newport right now
Looking for a new gig, part-time job, or career? Well, you’re in luck! There are more than one hundred companies hiring right now in and around Newport. All job positions are within 5 miles of downtown Newport and have been posted within the last 7 days. Featured Job Opportunities Admiral Fitzroy Inn – Housekeeper & Breakfast AttendantBedJet – Customer Service […]
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Ragged Island Brewing shares vision for their future home
As they enter the final stage of their permitting process with the Town of Portsmouth and State of R.I., Ragged Island Brewing Company has shared their vision for the future home of Ragged Island Brewing Company. In July of 2018, Ragged Island Brewing Company confirmed with What’sUpNewp that they had entered a purchase and sales […]
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Brick Alley Pub to host 9th Annual Post-Parade Day Clean-Up, volunteers wanted
The Annual Newport Saint Patrick’s Day Parade is arguably one of the busiest days of the year in Newport, and there’s no secret that our city needs a pick-me-up when the crowds go home. For the 9th year in a row, Brick Alley Pub will once again host their Annual Post-Parade Day Clean-Up! For the 5th […]
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Grow Smart RI recognizes Innovate Newport among its 2019 award winners
Innovate Newport, which expects to open on May 1, is among the winners of Grow Smart RI’s eighth annual Rhode Island Smart Growth Awards, honoring those helping to shape an economically and environmentally stronger Rhode Island through innovative leadership, revitalization, policy and planning initiatives. Former Massachusetts Governor and presidential candidate Michael S. Dukakis will deliver […]
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2019 Newport Saint Patrick’s Day Parade: What’s up at local bars and restaurants
The 63rd Annual Newport Saint Patrick’s Day Parade will be held, rain, snow, or shine, on Saturday, March 16th, 201o, here’s what’s happening at bars and restaurants before, during and after the Parade.B This list is very much a “live blog” and is being updated daily as we receive more, updated or changes to the information that we […]
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Panera Bread in Newport is now hiring 30 new full and part-time associates
Howley Bread Group (HBG), a Panera Bread Franchisee with 28 cafés in Rhode Island, Massachusetts and Connecticut, is now hiring up to 30 new associates at its Newport café. As the busy summer season approaches, the bakery-café, located in the heart of it all near Newport’s popular Long Wharf,is looking for full and part-time associates […]
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Sardella’s will celebrate 39th Anniversary by offering original menu prices from the 1980’s
In celebration of 39 years in business, Sardella’s will once again offer original menu prices from the 1980’s! Sardella’s Italian Restaurant was founded by a former mayor of Newport, Richard Sardella, in 1980. Newport’s oldest Italian Restaurant celebrated their 35th Anniversary in 2015 by offering their 1980 menu and pricing to the public for just […]
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IYRS Career Day offers opportunities for job seekers
IYRS School of Technology and Trades in Newport, R.I. will hold its 14th annual IYRS Career Day, a free-to-attend national job fair and networking event, on Saturday, March 23 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Sponsored by IYRS, Rhode Island Marine Trades Association (RIMTA),Composites Alliance of Rhode Island and Real Jobs Rhode Island, Career Day matches potential employees with employers in the fields of […]
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Now Hiring In Newport: 120 job opportunities
Does the new month have you looking for a new gig, part-time job, or career? Well, you’re in luck! There are more than one hundred companies hiring right now in and around Newport. To the best of our knowledge, all job positions are within 5 miles of downtown Newport and have been posted within the […]
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Hotel Viking’s Hill Market Café opening on March 15th (Updated)
Hotel Viking has announced Hill Market Café, the latest addition to their property, will open in mid-March. Visitors to Hill Market Café, which is located adjacent to the hotel lobby, can expect freshly brewed coffee by Stumptown Coffee Roasters, handmade pastries, on-the-go bites and fresh pressed juices and smoothies, all made in-house. On opening day, […]
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Archetype Pizza evicted, location on Lower Thames Street closed
Archetype Pizza Company has abruptly closed after being evicted this week from their location at 372-380 Thames Street. Archetype Pizza, operated by Newport Rock LLC, opened in the spring of 2018, just a few short months after Via Via was evicted from the property for a judgement of $88,000. According to documents on the door […]
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Lemon & Line named Official Team Bracelet for NYYC American Magic
Newport-based Lemon & Line announced this evening that they have been chosen as the Official Team Bracelet for New York Yacht Club American Magic, a sailing team challenging for the 36th America’s Cup. Partnering with preeminent rope manufacturer Marlow, the line supplier for the team, Lemon & Line will manufacture the Official Team Bracelet from […]
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Newport Tent Company becomes a division of PEAK Event Services
Newport Tent Company, a full service tent rental company based in Portsmouth, has become a division of PEAK Event Services. “We are contacting you with some exciting news. As you know, Newport Tent Company has long been the one of the region’s premier tent providers. As our valued customer, we want you to be among […]
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Now Hiring In Newport: 105 job opportunities
Does the new month have you looking for a new gig, part-time job, or career? Well, you’re in luck! There are dozens of companies hiring right now in and around Newport. To the best of our knowledge, all job positions are within 5 miles of downtown Newport and have been posted within the last 7 […]