It’s beginning to look a whole lot more like the off-season around Newport, RI. Many restaurants have already permanently/temporarily closed or are preparing to do so over the next few weeks. Permanently Closed or Temporarily Closing This story was originally published on December 27th, 2016. It was last updated on February 27th 22 Bowen’s: Closed from January […]
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5 Insurance Mistakes to Avoid
Content sponsored by Dwyer Insurance 5 Insurance Mistakes to Avoid: And Still Save Money! We are all concerned with saving money, however simply reducing your coverage or dropping important coverages altogether can leave you dangerously under-insured in the event of disaster.But keyed car is a crime in such cases you can fix keyed car by […]
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Now Hiring In Newport: 90 Local Companies (Feb. 26)
Looking for a job in or near Newport, RI? Whether you’re looking for a part-time job, seasonal gig or new full-time career, chances are that someone is looking for you out there. Upcoming Job Fairs Jobs Opportunities In & Around Newport, RI All jobs posted in last 7 days and are in or within 5 […]
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IYRS to Host Marine & Composites Industry Career Day on March 18th
The International Yacht Restoration School (IYRS) will host a Marine & Composites Industry Career Day on March 18 at the IYRS campus on lower Thames Street in Newport. The Marine & Composites Industry Career Day is a one-day free event that draws employers who come to this annual event with one goal in mind: to connect with individuals […]
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Middletown’s Wild Things, LLC Sells Business and Some Assets for $4.5 Million
MIDDLETOWN, RI – Mission Ready Services Inc. has announced that the closing of the previously announced acquisition of the business and certain assets of Wild Things, LLC, whose design studio and executive offices are located in Middletown, is scheduled for February 24, 2017 valued at USD $4.5 million, according to MarketWired. Chosen for the world’s most […]
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Embrace Home Loans Expands into Texas
MIDDLETOWN, R.I.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–In response to a strengthening housing market and demand for home financing across Texas, Embrace Home Loans, a prominent leader in the mortgage industry, has expanded into the state with its newest branch in Frisco. The branch is located at 2601 Network Blvd., and will serve the surrounding communities including Dallas and Fort […]
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Rhode Island Red Food Tours Expands into Providence
Rhode Island Red Food Tours, which operates the Newport Neighborhood Food Tour, has announced they will launch the Downcity Food Tour, a new sister tour intended to share the Creative Capital’s history, food and arts scene with the world. The Downcity Tour will demonstrate why Providence is hailed as one of America’s best cities for its […]
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Newport Shipyard Prepares for Busy 2017 Season, Announces Major Events
Newport Shipyard will once again prove its prowess as New England’s “yachting hub” when a rush of superyachts head north to the famous “City by the Sea” after the America’s Cup in Bermuda this June. “Reservations for many of these yachts were made with us as early as last spring,” said Newport Shipyard General Manager […]
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Newport Storm Named Official Beer of Newport Saint Patrick’s Day Parade for Sixth Year
Newport Storm’s Spring Irish Red Ale has been welcomed back as the “Official Beer” of the 2017 Newport Saint Patrick’s Day Parade. 2017 marks the 61st annual parade, and the sixth time that Newport Storm Brewery has been given the honor. “The Newport Storm Brewery can’t wait for the 61st Annual Newport St. Patrick’s […]
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Now Hiring In Newport: 75+ Job Opportunities (Feb. 19)
Looking for a job in or near Newport, RI? Whether you’re looking for a part-time job, seasonal gig or new full-time career, chances are that someone is looking for you out there. Jobs Opportunities In & Around Newport, RI All jobs posted in last 7 days and are in or within 5 miles of Newport. 22 […]
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Dell Technologies Signs on as Multi-Year Title Sponsor of the International Tennis Hall of Fame Open
The International Tennis Hall Of Fame announced in a press release on Wednesday that Dell Technologies has committed to a five-year, multifaceted sponsorship of the International Tennis Hall of Fame (ITHF) that includes the title sponsorship of the Hall of Fame’s annual ATP World Tour tournament. The company is also contributing its technology solutions and […]
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Newport Storm and Empire Tea & Coffee Team Up to Create ‘High Test’, a new Coffee Stout
Newport Storm Brewery and Empire Tea & Coffee recently collaborated to put their knowledge, talent and love for coffee and craft beer to good use; the result a new coffee stout called ‘High Test’. “CJ Barone, owner of Empire Tea & Coffee, has always supported RI craft breweries and Newport Storm especially with the Newport […]
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Now Hiring: 75+ Job Opportunities in Newport This Week (Feb. 12)
Newport, RI – Looking for a job in or near Newport, RI? Whether you’re looking for a part-time job, seasonal gig or new full-time career, chances are that someone is looking for you out there. Jobs Opportunities In & Around Newport, RI All jobs posted in last 7 days and are in or within 5 miles […]
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People’s Credit Union Donates to Boys Town New England
People’s Credit Union recently donated $548 to Boys Town New England as a result of a monthly employee dress down day, called Casual for a Cause. The funds were raised through a combination of People’s Credit Union employee donations as well as a painted glassware raffle held throughout the month of January in the Credit […]
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Now Hiring In Newport: 70+ Local Businesses (Feb. 5)
Newport, RI – Looking for a job in or near Newport, RI? Whether you’re looking for a part-time job, seasonal gig or new full-time career, chances are that someone is looking for you out there. Jobs Opportunities In & Around Newport, RI All jobs posted in last 7 days and are in or within 5 miles […]
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Newport Skating Center Kicks-Off February Food Drive in Support of Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center
Throughout the Newport Skating Center’s 2016-2017 season, Bank Rhode Island’s (BankRI) support as its Community Partnership Sponsor has helped nearly 600 people—the majority of who are children—take to the ice through community skating programs. On Friday, February 3, the partnership kicked-off its latest community-focused effort, a February food drive to support the Martin Luther King, […]
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Patriots Party? Here’s Your Winning Game Plan!
The Best Defensive Line For You & Your Guests Be A Responsible Host When Serving Alcohol. Whether you are hosting a Super Bowl party or celebrating a birthday with friends in your home, if you are planning to serve alcohol at any type of event it is important to take steps to limit your liquor […]
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People’s Credit Union Employee Cookbook Fundraiser for RI Community Food Bank a Success
People’s Credit Union’s Community Enhancement Committee coordinated the creation and sale of an employee cookbook. All proceeds from the sale of the cookbook were donated to the Rhode Island Community Food Bank. Lisa Roth Blackman, Chief Philanthropy Officer at the Community Food Bank, and Hugh Minor, Director of Communications, met and received the donation in […]
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Now Hiring In Newport: 70+ Companies (Jan. 29)
Looking for a job in or near Newport, RI? Whether you’re looking for a part-time job, seasonal gig or new full-time career, chances are that someone is looking for you out there. Jobs Opportunities In & Around Newport, RI All jobs posted in last 7 days and are in or within 5 miles of Newport. American […]
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Gurney’s Newport Resort & Marina Debuts
Gurney’s Newport Resort & Marina debuts this month in the former Hyatt Regency Newport hotel. George Filopoulos of Metrovest and BLDG Management, owners of Gurney’s Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa, along with affiliates of Square Mile Capital Management LLC, purchased the Hyatt Regency Newport and are leading the transition of the property. Situated on nearly […]
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Dockwa to Acquire Marinas.com
Dockwa, Inc., the Newport, Rhode Island headquartered slip and mooring reservation platform which boaters use to connect to marinas online and by app, announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Marinas.com, the world’s most extensive online marine directory of more than 75,000 marine locations, including 15,000 marinas, yacht clubs, and […]
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60+ Companies Hiring Right Now in Newport County (Jan. 22)
Looking for a job in or near Newport, RI? Whether you’re looking for a part-time job, seasonal gig or new full-time career, chances are that someone is looking for you out there. Jobs Opportunities In & Around Newport, RI All jobs posted in last 7 days and are in or within 5 miles of Newport. 22 […]
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Ragged Island Brewing Co. Preparing to Open Next Month
In Portsmouth, Matt Gray and five other co-owners of Ragged Island Brewing Co., a new microbrewery specializing in IPAs, are working hard to open the taproom’s doors next month. Last summer, we broke the news that the entrepreneurs had signed a lease at their 200 High Point Ave location, and now they’re just waiting on one final piece of paperwork, a […]
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People’s Credit Union Appoints New Business and Residential Lending Manager
Middletown, RI – People’s Credit Union has announced the appointment of Steven Carneiro to the position of Business and Residential Lending Manager. In this position, Mr. Carneiro is responsible for soliciting, developing, and expanding member business relationships, producing a variety of business and commercial loans, managing a portfolio of businesses and corresponding loan relationships, as […]
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50+ Companies Hiring Right Now in Newport County (Jan. 16)
Looking for a job in or near Newport, RI? Whether you’re looking for a part-time job, seasonal gig or new full-time career, chances are that someone is looking for you out there. Jobs Opportunities In & Around Newport, RI All jobs posted in last 7 days and are in or within 5 miles of Newport. 22 […]