Barbara M. (Ringwood) Rego, 82, of Portsmouth died Wednesday, June 1, 2016, at home surrounded by her family. She was the wife of Gordon S. Rego, Jr. Born on February 11, 1934 in Newport, RI, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Emilie (Anderson) Ringwood. Mrs. Rego resided in Portsmouth since the age […]
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International Coastal Cleanup Results Provide Local and Global Snapshot of Extent of Ocean Trash
Just as beach season begins, Ocean Conservancy has released its 2016 Ocean Trash Index, the world’s largest item by item, location by location database of trash found in near shore environments during the 30th International Coastal Cleanup last September. Worldwide, 791,336 volunteers collected more than 18 million pounds of trash—equivalent to the weight of more […]
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IYRS Student Graduation and Wooden Sailboat Launch Ceremony Set for Today
On Saturday, June 4th, the Newport, RI community will gather at IYRS on historic Thames Street to celebrate the accomplishments of the most talented and dedicated apprentice craftspeople, builders & makers in Rhode Island at IYRS Graduation & Launch Day, an annual Newport tradition. Rhode Island Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, will be the featured speaker at […]
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Newport Polo Will Open 25th Season Today
Newport Polo will kick-off their 25th season on Saturday, June 4th when the Newport International Polo Series features USA vs. Mexico at 5pm. The 2016 Season will feature teams from around the world and from major U.S. cities playing against U.S.A. / Newport. The season is shaping to be an exciting one with action-packed polo matches, […]
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World Match Racing Tour: Day 5 Recap and Results
The race committee for the World Match Racing Tour Newport had its work cut out today, as the breeze, for the most part, refused to co-operate. After a full day out on the water, just one round of the Quarter Finals was completed. After some small ripples appeared on the surface of Newport Harbor, the […]
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Podcast 120: Newport Tree Society, Newport Arboretum and Newport Open Space Partnership
Tina Dolen, Executive Director of Newport Tree Society joined me on The Open Forum on WADK 1540 AM on Friday to discuss Newport Tree Society, Newport Arboretum and the Newport Open Space Partnership. The final community meeting for the Newport Open Space Partnership will take place on Monday, June 6th at Pell Elementary School and […]
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Middletown Home Sells for $2.8 Million
Lila Delman Real Estate International has announced the sale of 585 Wolcott Avenue in Middletown for $2.8 million. This is the highest residential sale in Middletown for 2016, according to Rhode Island Statewide MLS. Kendra Toppa, Manager at Lila Delman Real Estate International, represented the buyer. The exquisite 4,836 square-foot custom built shingle-style residence was constructed […]
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Fort Adams State Park Adds Food Truck, Available Daily Through October
If you were visiting Fort Adams State Park in the past and got hungry, you would of either have had to bring a picnic, drive back downtown or swing on through the Fort Adams Visitors Center and see what they had to snack on. Earlier this year, Fort Adams State Park/Fort Adams Trust put out a […]
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What’s On Tap at The Wharf Pub: June 3 – 9
What’s On Tap at The Wharf Pub is a sponsored weekly column written by Sarah Fimple, Beverage Manager of The Wharf Pub. It’s meant to keep you in the know of what their serving up for beverages, food and entertainment. The Wharf Pub is currently featuring 20 draft lines (mostly New England based beer companies) and 63 bottles (local, […]
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Newport Folk Festival Finishes Announcing 2016 Lineup
The Newport Folk Festival kicked off their annual tradition of rolling lineup announcements on Friday, January 29th when they announced Ray LaMontagne would perform on Friday of the 2016 festival. Paste reported on June 2nd that the Newport Folk Festival has completed announcing their 2016 Lineup. The 2016 Newport Folk Festival will take place at […]
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World Match Racing Tour: Day 5 Schedule of Events
The World Match Racing Tour continues today out at Fort Adams State Park with high-speed stadium-style racing between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Recap from Day #4 – World Match Racing Tour: Day 4 Recap and Results Spectators will enjoy watching the sheer power of the M32 catamarans as they skip over the water with their helmeted crews […]
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Look Who’s Talking About Newport: June 3, 2016
This is a daily look at where and why Newport is being mentioned locally and around the globe over the last 24 hours or so, for the latest news from What’sUpNewp, check out All The News. This story will be updated throughout the day to include new mentions and news. WPRI – Supreme Court rules against RIPTA in […]
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World Match Racing Tour: Day 4 Recap and Results
Winds of 10-15 knots off Fort Adams enabled the race organizers to pile in a full day of competition at the World Match Racing Tour Newport, to conclude the Super 16 Knockout round. The gusty conditions on Newport Harbor once again made for nail-biting racing with much hull flying and lead changes. The busy Super […]
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Investigation of Sexual Abuse at St. George’s Closed, No Criminal Charges
Colonel Steven G. O’Donnell, Superintendent of the Rhode Island State Police and Commissioner of the Department of Public Safety, and Attorney General Peter F. Kilmartin announced on Thursday that the investigation regarding allegations of sexual assault and sexual misconduct by former faculty and students at St. George’s School has concluded. The investigation by the Rhode […]
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Deer Runs Wild Through Bowen’s Wharf and Into Lobster Bar on Thursday
A deer was spotted wandering around Bowen’s Wharf just after 2 p.m. on Thursday. Frank Silvia, Musical Director and Bar Manager for Landing and The Lobster Bar, tells What’sUpNewp that a deer came from the direction of Bowen’s Wharf and ran into the Lobster Bar just after 2 p.m. on Thursday. The deer, which he […]
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Splendor At Sea: Preservation Society’s New Exhibition at Rosecliff Examines the Golden Age of Steam Yachting
Unlimited wealth, unrivaled power, unmatched luxury: these characteristics are synonymous with Newport in the Gilded Age. The same qualities that gave rise to the city’s fabled mansions also brought that same grandeur to the high seas. The Preservation Society of Newport County’s 2016 exhibition, Splendor at Sea: The Golden Age of Steam Yachting in America, shares […]
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Guga Kuerten Named Global Ambassador for the International Tennis Hall of Fame
The International Tennis Hall of Fame has named Guga Kuerten as a Global Ambassador for the organization. Kuerten, a three-time Roland Garros champion and former world No. 1 on the ATP World Tour was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2012, in recognition of his outstanding tennis career. In the new role, Kuerten will […]
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Obituary for Catherine “Kate” Grana: June 29, 1949 – May 30, 2016
Catherine (Kate) Agnes Grana, 66, of Bristol died peacefully at home on Monday, May 30, 2016 after a brief illness. Born on June 29, 1949 in Meriden, CT, she was the daughter of the late Spero and Marion (Wood) Grana. She was the wife of Susan Cotta. Kate received her B.S.in Music Education from Western […]
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Newport 10 Miler: Registration Reopens, Volunteers Needed
Runners and volunteers are invited to participate in this weekend’s Newport 10 Miler, one of the most unique road races in Rhode Island featuring stunning views from start to finish. The Newport 10 Miler, set to take place on June 5th, is a ten-mile run/walk that starts and finishes at Fort Adams State Park in Newport, the […]
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Newport Gulls Looking for Families to Host 2016 Players
Got a Gull? Host Families Needed! Newport Gulls looking for families to host 2016 players Host families are the foundation of the Newport Gulls, and the organization is searching for a few more to take in players for the upcoming 2016 season. “Gulls host families have opened their homes to our players and coaches, who […]
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Obituary for Barbara Hardy: May 5, 1944 – May 28, 2016
Barbara (Bond) Hardy, 72, of Newport died Saturday, May 28, 2016 at Village House Nursing Home of Newport, RI. Born in Newport, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Ellen (Jennings) Bond. She leaves her five sons: Fred Cookinham, Archie Cookinham, Gene Cookinham, Frank Cookinham, John Cookinham and was the sister of Ellen […]
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Diego’s Bodega in Middletown is Now Open
Diego’s Bodega Catering and Takeout is now open at 124 Aquidneck Avenue in Middletown. Diego’s Bodega offers some of Diego’s Newport’s most popular items at their Middletown location for takeout, such as burritos, tortas, fresh guacamole, salsas, soups and salads. In typical “bodega” fashion, Diego’s Bodega also features a Mexican Market that offers anything and everything you will need for […]
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Save The Bay Lighthouse Tour Season Begins, Offers Half-Day and Full-Day Tours
Save The Bay kicks off its 2016 lighthouse tour season this month, with several half-day and full-day cruises that promise exceptional views and a tour of Rose Island Lighthouse or Pomham Rocks Lighthouse Grounds. Northern Lighthouse Tours are 3.5-hour cruises departing from the Bay Center at 100 Save The Bay Drive in Providence at 9 […]
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Agenda Released for June 8th Newport City Council Meeting
The following items of business, filed with the City Clerk under the Rules of the Council, will come before Newport City Council at its regular meeting to be held on June 8, 2016, at 6:30 p.m. at Newport City Hall. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG CITIZEN’S FORUM: (Speakers must sign in with the City […]
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Obituary for Gail J. Carreira: August 21, 1950 – June 1, 2016
Gail J. Carreia, 65, of Portsmouth, died Wednesday, June 1, 2016 at Charlton Memorial Hospital in Fall River, MA, surrounded by her family. She was the wife of William Carreira of Portsmouth for 38 years. Gail was born August 21, 1950 in Fall River, MA, the daughter of the late Joseph and Lucinda (Furtado) Motta. […]
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World Match Racing Tour: Day 4 Schedule of Events
The World Match Racing Tour continues today out at Fort Adams State Park with high-speed stadium-style racing between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Recap from Day #3 – World Match Racing Tour: Day 3 Recap and Results Spectators will enjoy watching the sheer power of the M32 catamarans as they skip over the water with their helmeted crews […]
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Look Who’s Talking About Newport: June 2, 2016
This is a daily look at where and why Newport is being mentioned locally and around the globe over the last 24 hours or so, for the latest news from What’sUpNewp, check out All The News. This story will be updated throughout the day to include new mentions and news. Maine Edge – Captain Cook’s ship will belong […]
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“Ride of a Lifetime” at World Match Racing Tour Newport for East Bay Met School Principal Brad Martin
“It was fast and constant action, but it was a no-brainer to take the challenge,” said East Bay Met School Principal Brad Martin of Jamestown, Rhode Island. Martin took a Hot Seat ride aboard an M32 catamaran during today’s World Match Racing Tour Newport, resulting from a challenge by one of his students at the […]
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World Match Racing Tour: Day 3 Recap and Results
The World Match Racing Tour Newport entered its match racing phase today. While Newport Harbour was fog-free and blessed with sun all day, there was a long pause mid-way through the Qualifying Group Sail-offs as the wind slowly veered from the north into the sea breeze direction of the southeast. But from there it built […]
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Smoke House Announces Return of Newport Storm Beer Dinner Series
Executive Chef Kyle Stamps of Smoke House and President and Head Distiller Brent Ryan of Newport Storm Brewery are bringing back the annual downtown dinner series celebrating the close ties between friends, microbrews and three original once-a-year dinner menus. Executive Chef Stamps has created three distinct beer dinners showcasing three unique courses, along with a […]
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Newport Folk Festival Will Host Kickoff Party and 2 Aftershows in Downtown Newport
In their ongoing lineup and event announcements, Newport Folk Festival has announced that they will host events at Newport Blues Cafe and Jane Pickens Theatre. The 2016 Newport Folk Festival will take place at Fort Adams State Park on July 22nd, 23rd and 24th. All tickets are available on Newport Folk Festival Ticketmaster. On Thursday, July […]
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World Match Racing Tour: Day 3 Schedule of Events
The World Match Racing Tour continues today out at Fort Adams State Park with high-speed stadium-style racing between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Recap from Day #2 – World Match Racing Tour: Day 2 Recap and Results Spectators will enjoy watching the sheer power of the M32 catamarans as they skip over the water with their helmeted crews hiking […]
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Look Who’s Talking About Newport: June 1, 2016
This is a daily look at where and why Newport is being mentioned locally and around the globe over the last 24 hours or so, for the latest news from What’sUpNewp, check out All The News. This story will be updated throughout the day to include new mentions and news. The Boston Globe – If Captain Cook’s ship […]
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World Match Racing Tour: Day 2 Recap and Results
After yesterday’s torrential rain and pea soup fog that restricted visibility on the race course, Mother Nature today smiled upon Newport, Rhode Island. The early morning mist burned off, finally revealing Goat Island and downtown Newport (invisible all of yesterday), and the sun came out, allowing a gusty sea breeze to build into the high […]
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Preservation Society of Newport County Will Host Newport County Chamber of Commerce’s ‘Women in Business’ Luncheon
On Tuesday, June 28th, the Newport County Chamber of Commerce together with the Preservation Society of Newport County will host their 13th Annual Women in Business Luncheon on the Terrace of the Marble House. The luncheon annually draws over 200 business women. Attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy a presentation by Camille Preston P.h.D., titled […]
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RI Foundation Honors Newport County Community Mental Health Center for Award-Winning Work
The Newport County Community Mental Health Center was one of five nonprofit organizations to receive 2016 Best Practice Awards from the Rhode Island Foundation and Blue Cross Blue Shield of RI (BCBSRI). The awards recognize work that can become models for nonprofits statewide. “These recipients emerged from a highly competitive process and an impressive group […]
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Tyler’s Two Cents: Broadway, the Soul of the City
Tyler’s Two Cents: Thoughts from Behind the Bar is a weekly lifestyle column, written by Tyler Bernadyn, that will appear every Tuesday on What’sUpNewp this summer. It’s easy to write a research article, it’s much more difficult to write an editorial. There’s never enough words to express a true summation of thoughts, especially about an interesting […]
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The 16 Most-Read and Talked-About Newport Stories in May of 2016
Here’s what Newport was reading, talking about and most interested in during May of 2016! 16 – Sephora and lululemon Are Now Open in Downtown Newport 15 – Greenhouse and Garden Estate Sale to be Held at Richard Saul Wurman’s “The Orchard” 14 – 15 Things to do in Newport When it Rains 13 – UPDATE: Crews Respond to Jackson […]
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World Match Racing Tour: Day 2 Schedule of Events
It was an exciting first day of sailing and racing for the World Match Racing Tour Newport as the Fog Created For a Testing Opener. The event continues today out at Fort Adams State Park with high-speed stadium-style racing between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Spectators will enjoy watching the sheer power of the M32 catamarans as they skip over […]
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Great Things To Do This Week in Newport: May 31 – June 3
Discover the best events, activities and things to do during this weekend in and around Newport, RI. Tuesday, May 31 10am – 5pm: World Match Racing Tour at Fort Adams Hotel Viking: Live music at 7pm. No Cover.O’brien’s: Trivia at 9:30pmWharf Pub: Open Mic at 8pm. Wednesday, June 1 10am – 5pm: World Match Racing Tour at Fort […]
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Obituary for Margaret D. Boiani: November 14, 1937 – May 30, 2016
Margaret D. Boiani, 78, of Portsmouth died Monday, May 30, 2016 at Newport Hospital in Newport, RI. Mrs. Boiani was born November 14, 1937 in Pheobus, VA. She is the daughter of the late Joseph and the late Margaret (Hamilton) Moitoza. She was married to Robert J. Boiani for 60 years. Mrs. Boiani worked for the […]
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Look Who’s Talking About Newport: May 31, 2016
This is a daily look at where and why Newport is being mentioned locally and around the globe over the last 24 hours or so, for the latest news from What’sUpNewp, check out All The News. This story will be updated throughout the day to include new mentions and news. The Guardian – Captain Cook’s ship Endeavour claimed […]
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Fog Creates Testing Opener for World Match Racing Tour Newport
In yacht racing, sailors are often at the vagaries of the wind and occasionally too much of it or too little. However on the opening day of the World Match Racing Tour’s Newport stage, crews faced a fog so thick that at times it was hard to see the bows of their M32 catamarans, let […]
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UPDATE: Easton’s Beach Reopened For Swimming
Per the Rhode Island Department of Health predictive modeling protocol, Easton’s Beach is currently closed for swimming after receiving 1.29” of rain from this morning’s weather event. The Rhode Island Department of Health requires Easton’s Beach is required to close for at least 12 hours/two tidal cycles after rain ends when rainfall is greater than […]
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Five Boats Racing in Transat NY-Vendée Damaged, Forced to Divert to Newport
Five of the fourteen IMOCA 60 competitors in the New York – Vendée (Les Sables D ‘ Olonne) race have been damaged due to a series of impacts during the first night of racing and are now on their way to Newport Shipyard. The official website for the race, reported on the damage on Monday; The New York […]
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70+ Local Businesses That Are Hiring in Newport Right Now |May 30
Looking for a job in Newport, RI? Here’s our weekly roundup of job opportunities that are currently available in and around Newport, RI. All jobs posted between May 23 – May 30; JF3 Salon – JF3 Salon and Spa in Newport is Expanding and Now Hiring22 Bowen’s – Restaurant Manager – 22 Bowen’s, Dining Room Supervisor – 22 Bowen’sAdidas – Part […]
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Schedule of Events for World Match Racing Tour in Newport
The world’s top match racing sailors from the U.S. and nine additional countries have traveled to Newport to participate in the World Match Racing Tour, a high-speed stadium racing event within yards of the shoreline of Fort Adams State Park. Spectators will enjoy watching the sheer power of the M32 catamarans as they skip over […]
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Newport Art Museum to Welcome Summer Exhibitions at Opening Reception
The Newport Art Museum will welcome three new exhibitions to its galleries this summer, including a collaborative exhibition by a mother and daughter, a solo artist, and a group show. Of Water & Bone: New Work by Gayle Wells Mandle and Julia Mandle, This Newport: Photographs by Thomas Palmer, and Still Life Lives: Rhode Island […]
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Look Who’s Talking About Newport: May 30, 2016
This is a daily look at where and why Newport is being mentioned locally and around the globe over the last 24 hours or so, for the latest news from What’sUpNewp, check out All The News. This story will be updated throughout the day to include new mentions and news. The Providence Journal – R.I. Memorial Day parades, […]
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Swiss Village Farm will Host Annual Visitors Day on June 11th
Swiss Village Farm (SVF) will open their doors on Saturday, June 11th to allow the public to tour their grounds and to learn about about endangered breeds and cryo-preservation. Take self-guided tours through the historic Swiss Village and take a peek into their state-of-the-art facilities and meet the SVF laboratory, veterinary, and animal care staff. Visit Chip, a rare […]
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Look Who’s Talking About Newport: May 29, 2016
This is a daily look at where and why Newport is being mentioned locally and around the globe over the last 24 hours or so, for the latest news from What’sUpNewp, check out All The News. This story will be updated throughout the day to include new mentions and news. PRI – A Rhode Island senator speaks out […]
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Three Remaining Slots Determined for World Match Racing Tour Newport
NEWPORT, R.I. (May 28, 2016) – After three days and 64 races in Newport yesterday, the three remaining berths of 20 were decided for this week’s World Match Racing Tour (WMRT) Newport. The eight-team qualifier series started Thursday and concluded today with the Semi-Finals, Finals and Petit Finals held within yards of the shoreline on the east side […]
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Obituary for Kathleen (Arnau) Cicilline: May 25, 1948 – May 26, 2016
After a valiant and determined battle with cancer, Kathleen (Arnau) Cicilline passed away on May 26th 2016 at the Arnau family cottage in Narragansett RI with family members at her side. Born in Pelham, NY, she was the daughter of the late Jean (O’Neil) and the late William Arnau. She made Newport her home in […]
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Memorial Day Weekend Guide: Great Things To Do In and Around Newport
Discover the best events, activities and things to do during this Memorial Day weekend in and around Newport, RI. Where to Find Live Music, Comedy and Entertainment This Memorial Day Weekend Friday, May 27 Throughout The Day – Locals Vying for Three Remaining Slots at World Match Racing Tour Newport 10am to 8pm – Grand Opening of […]
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Where to Find Live Music, Comedy and Entertainment This Memorial Day Weekend
Discover the best entertainment, comedy and live music happening around Newport, RI this weekend. Wondering what else there is to do this weekend, visit If you enjoy What’sUpNewp, please consider supporting those businesses in bold below! They sponsor us and make what we do possible. Friday @ The Deck: DJ Face at 9pm.Buskers: Live Music with […]
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Look Who’s Talking About Newport: May 28, 2016
This is a daily look at where and why Newport is being mentioned locally and around the globe over the last 24 hours or so, for the latest news from What’sUpNewp, check out All The News. This story will be updated throughout the day to include new mentions and news. Rhode Island Public Radio – Newport Considers Plastic […]
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House OKs Legislation to Allow Limited Retail Sales by Breweries
Bill is designed to help small businesses, promote ‘beer tourism’ industry in Rhode Island Legislation cosponsored by Rep. Teresa Tanzi to allow breweries, distilleries and wineries to sell limited amounts of their products to visitors for sampling and off-site consumption has passed the House of Representatives. In photo: Representatives Teresa Tanzi, second from left, and […]
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Newport Polo Partners With USOC, Will Host Olympic Day Interscholastic Team Tryouts
Portsmouth, RI (May 27, 2016) – The spirit of the Olympic Movement will roll into Portsmouth as Newport Polo hosts preseason tryouts for its Interscholastic Polo Team, in celebration of Olympic Day. Newport Polo will host official Olympic Day events every Friday at 4pm in June, with Preseason & Tryouts for new players to join its nationally recognized Interscholastic Polo program. Boys & girls […]
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Newport Mansions Season in Full Swing: New Tours, New Exhibition and New Mobile App Unveiled
All ten historic houses museums of The Preservation Society of Newport County, Newport, Rhode Island, are now open daily for public tours, and visitors will be able to enjoy new audio tours of The Elms and Rosecliff, a new exhibition at Rosecliff, and a variety of special events ranging from the Newport Flower Show, to […]
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Podcast #115: Vice President, Meals & Beverage Tax and World Match Racing Tour
Listen To The Open Forum with Ryan Belmore Every Weekday on WADK 1540 AM from 12:30pm to 2pm It was a busy Friday edition of The Open Forum, to start the show we brought you live audio of Vice President Joe Biden speaking in East Providence, Rhode Island about RhodeWorks. Following what was a longer than […]
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Baghdatis, Kokkinakis, Karlovic, Ram, and Johnson to Compete in Tennis Hall of Fame Championships
Marcos Baghdatis,Thanasi Kokkinakis, Ivo Karlovic, Steve Johnson, and Defending Champion Rajeev Ram to compete in Hall of Fame Tennis Championships NEWPORT, R.I., – When the ATP World Tour comes to Newport, R.I. in July for the first stop of the summer season in the United States, the player field will feature a Grand Slam tournament […]
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Update on Bill That Would Raise Meals, Beverage Tax to 9 percent in Newport and Middletown
As What’sUpNewp first reported, dining in Newport and Middletown may soon cost more than anywhere else in Rhode Island and now NBC 10 reports that the proposed rate increase would be higher than New York, Los Angeles and Las Vegas. Senate Bill S2987 which would increase the meals & beverage tax by 1% (to a total […]
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What’s On Tap at The Wharf Pub: May 27 – June 2
What’s On Tap at The Wharf Pub is a sponsored weekly column written by Sarah Fimple, Beverage Manager of The Wharf Pub. It’s meant to keep you in the know of what their serving up for beverages, food and entertainment. The Wharf Pub is currently featuring 20 draft lines (mostly New England based beer companies) and 63 bottles (local, […]
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31 Open Houses on Aquidneck Island This Memorial Day Weekend: May 27 – 29
Here’s our weekly roundup of open houses taking place on Aquidneck Island over the weekend, happy home shopping! Need real estate help or a reliable agent? E-mail us at Ryan@whatsupnewp.com, we’d be happy to put you in touch with a preferred and reliable real estate agent that can fulfill your needs. The following information has […]
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Look Who’s Talking About Newport: May 27, 2016
This is a daily look at where and why Newport is being mentioned locally and around the globe over the last 24 hours or so, for the latest news from What’sUpNewp, check out All The News. This story will be updated throughout the day to include new mentions and news. CBS Local – Tour Bus Engulfed In Flames […]
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Three Salve Regina ROTC Cadets Commissioned to U.S. Army as Second Lieutenants
Seventeen cadets from the Reserve Officer’s Training Corps (ROTC) Cramer’s Sabers Battalion – including three from Salve Regina – were officially commissioned into the U.S. Army as second lieutenants during a ceremony held May 20. The battalion also includes cadets from Roger Williams University and the University of Rhode Island, according to Salve Today. The […]
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Obituary for Margaret W. Rogers: March 10, 1925 – May 15, 2016
Newport, RI – Margaret W. (Moitoza) Rogers, 91, formerly of Portsmouth, RI, passed away on Sunday, May 15, 2016 at Heatherwood Nursing & Subacute Center in Newport. She was the wife of the late Joseph Rogers. Margaret was a former Manager with Verizon before retiring. She is survived by two brothers, Joseph and Thomas Moitoza, […]
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Obituary for Robert P. Marks: July 3, 1946 – May 23, 2016
Robert P. Marks, 69, of Newport, died Monday, May 23, 2016 at Newport Hospital. Robert was born July 3, 1946 in Newport, the son of the late Carl F. and the late Catherine (Cox) Marks. Robert grew up in Newport and enlisted in the Marine Corps in 1966. He served during the Vietnam War and […]
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Obituary for Gilda DeCosta: December 17, 1927 – May 25, 2016
Gilda DeCosta, 88, of School House Lane, Portsmouth, RI, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, May 25, 2016 at home. She was the wife of the late Theodore E. DeCosta who was the love of her life. Born in Newport, RI on December 17, 1927, she was the daughter of the late Antone and Georgianna (Pacheco) […]
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Discover Newport Anticipates Summer Season Will be Robust and Prosperous
As Memorial Day weekend approaches, travelers share a palpable anticipation for the summer travel season ahead. Evan Smith, president and CEO of Discover Newport, points to many new businesses and events in addition to lodging renovations as just some key factors expected to enhance the visitor experience throughout Newport and its eight coastal communities. “In […]
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Podcast #114: City Council Members and Broadway Merchants Launch ‘Local Broadway District’
Earlier today, the City of Newport and the Broadway Merchants Association launched a new digital media and social media campaign aimed at helping the businesses on Broadway during the final few months of construction and throughout this summer. Read our story on the new initiative from earlier today – ‘Local Broadway District’ Digital and Social […]
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City of Newport and Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport Sign Partnership Intermediary Agreement
The City of Newport and the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport today signed the Partnership Intermediary Agreement (PIA) to support economic development and job creation initiatives in Newport. This agreement, the first of its kind in Rhode Island, was signed by Newport Mayor Jeanne-Marie Napolitano and NUWC Newport Commanding Officer Captain Howard S. […]
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‘Local Broadway District’ Digital and Social Media Campaign Launched
The Broadway District, it’s “where the locals go”. That’s what the City Of Newport’s new campaign for The Broadway District will use to promote the businesses on Broadway and how they hope to encourage locals and visitors to visit Broadway this summer while construction continues on the Broadway Streetscape Project. In Newport, Rhode Island there is one […]
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Look Who’s Talking About Newport: May 26, 2016
This is a daily look at where and why Newport is being mentioned locally and around the globe over the last 24 hours or so, for the latest news from What’sUpNewp, check out All The News. This story will be updated throughout the day to include new mentions and news. Hartford Courant – The Rhode Island Toppa Family […]
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Newport City Council Votes 6-1 in Support of Resolution That Would Phase Out Use of Plastic Bags
Six Newport City Council members voted in favor of supporting a resolution that will construct an ordinance to phase out the use of disposable plastic bags in Newport on Wednesday night, reports Newport Patch and Newport This Week. The “Single Use Plastics” Resolution, which was introduced by Councilor’s John Florez, Naomi Neville and Lynn Ceglie, calls on […]
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Boat House Restaurant Lands on OpenTable’s List of ‘100 Best Al Fresco Dining Restaurants in America’
OpenTable has released their 100 Best Al Fresco Dining list for 2016, the annual lists highlights restaurants that offer stunning views, regional cuisine and, above all, fabulous outdoor dining experiences. The list of honorees is determined after analyzing more than five million reviews of more than 20,000 restaurants across the nation – all submitted by […]
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IYRS Receives State Funding to Build Mobile Maker Lab in Collaboration with Rhode Island College and POLARIS MEP
IYRS School of Technology & Trades has been awarded an Industry Cluster Grant from the State of Rhode Island in the amount of $75,290 in order to begin the development of a “Mobile Maker Lab.” The traveling lab, a trailer equipped with high-tech maker tools, will visit high schools and prisons, providing short-term hands-on courses […]
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Newport Public Schools’ Will Host 27th Annual Museum Tour/Tennis Clinic on Thursday
On Thursday, May 26, Newport Public Schools’ Elementary andThompson Middle School Physical Education Department will hold it’s 27th annual Museum Tour/Tennis Clinic at the International Tennis Hall Of Fame and Museum. “We are very fortunate, through collaboration with the International Tennis Hall of Fame, to hold this event at the world famous Tennis Hall of Fame […]
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Podcast #113: Local and Statewide Politics with Frank Prosnitz
Frank Prosnitz, a former Reporter for the Providence Journal and Providence Business News, joined me on The Open Forum on Wednesday to discuss local politics, statewide politics and much more. Among the topics that were discussed were how many members of the Rhode Island General Assembly “called out” journalists, the Providence Journal and WPRI on […]
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Locals Vying for Three Remaining Slots at World Match Racing Tour Newport
Eight teams, two of them with Rhode Island skippers and crews, will be sailing this Thursday through Saturday at Sail Newport in the Newport Match Race, a qualifier event to see who will win the three remaining berths of 20 available at next week’s World Match Racing Tour (WMRT) Newport. The WMRT Newport’s main event officially kicks off on Memorial Day, but there […]
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Irish Museum Interpretive Center Will Open for 2016 Season on May 28th
The Museum of Newport Irish History Interpretive Center will open for the 2016 Season on Saturday, May 28. Visitors to the Center will learn about Irish immigration to Newport County from the 1600s to the present and of the many contributions made to our community by individuals of Irish descent. The exhibits include maps, photographs, video, and artifacts, […]
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Obituary for Betty Jean Archer: June 14, 1945 – May 21, 2016
Betty Jean Archer, age 70, formerly of Colchester, CT, died Saturday, May 21, 2016, at home in Portsmouth, RI, after her courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Betty (“Boop”) was born June 14, 1945, in Hartford, CT, the daughter of Dorothy G. (Goldfarb) Allard and the late Arthur G. Allard, Sr. She is survived by her […]
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Obituary for Rachel C. St. Jean: May 5, 1951 – May 23, 2016
Rachel St. Jean age 65 passed away peacefully on Monday, May 23rd, 2016 surrounded by her loving family, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on May 5th 1951 in Woonsocket, she was the daughter of Rose(Dejarlais) and Lionel Jalbert . Rachel attended Woonsocket schools and graduated from Woonsocket High School. Rachel married the love […]
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Senate Hearing on Middletown, Newport Meals Tax Increase Has Been Scheduled for Thursday
The Senate Finance Committee hearing on S2987, which would increase the meals & beverage tax by 1% (to a total of 9%) in Newport and Middletown only is scheduled for Thursday, May 26, 2016 at 4:30 p.m. in Room 211 at the State House. This legislation was introduced after Middletown Town Council and Newport City Council passed resolutions asking for the […]
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5 Newport Businesses Will be Among the 22 Competing in 35th Annual Great Chowder Cook-Off
NEWPORT, RI, May 25, 2016 – Newport Waterfront Events’ 35th Annual Great Chowder Cook-Off, the original and longest running chowder championships in the country taking place on Saturday, June 18th from noon to 6:00 p.m. on the North Lawn of Fort Adams State Park, will feature five Newport businesses whose recipes will be among 22 […]
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RI Tree Council Will Dedicate the Grounds of National Museum of American Illustration as a Certified Arboretum
The Frederick Law Olmsted Park & Arboretum at the National Museum of American Illustration (NMAI) is Rhode Island’s newest accredited Level I Arboretum, containing four newly designated “State Champion Trees”. To note these momentous events, the National Museum of American Illustration is holding “A Celebration of Trees” on the grounds of their Frederick Law Olmsted Park on […]
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Look Who’s Talking About Newport: May 25, 2016
This is a daily look at where and why Newport is being mentioned locally and around the globe over the last 24 hours or so, for the latest news from What’sUpNewp, check out All The News. This story will be updated throughout the day to include new mentions and news. Patch – Four Charged for DUI in Portsmouth […]
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Obituary for Manuel “Manny” Laureanno: January 16, 1947 – May 16, 2016
Manuel “Manny” Laureanno, 69, of Portsmouth died unexpectedly on Monday, May 16, 2016. Born on January 16, 1947 in Fall River, MA, he was the son of the late Almerinda (Roderigues) and Manuel C. Laureanno. His construction trade began while enlisted in the Air Force from 1964 to 1968. By 1976 he was president of […]
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Podcast #112: Chatting about National Foster Care Month
It was all about raising awareness of foster care and the need for foster parents today on The Open Forum on WADK 1540 AM. Each May, National Foster Care Month provides an opportunity for people all across the nation to focus attention on the year-round needs of American children and youth in foster care. The […]
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Poll: Do You Support the City Council Resolution That Would Phase-Out Use of Plastic Bags in Newport?
Three City Council members will introduce a Resolution at the May 25th Newport City Council meeting that will construct an ordinance to phase out the use of disposable plastic bags in Newport. The “Single Use Plastics” Resolution, which was introduced by Councilor’s John Florez, Naomi Neville and Lynn Ceglie, would call on the City Administration, […]
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Representative Carson’s Tourism Marketing Commission Will Meet With Commerce Corporation, Epic Decade
The Special Legislative Commission to Study Methods for Growing Tourism in the State of Rhode Island Through Coordinated Branding and Marketing Efforts will meet Thursday with Darin Early, president of the Rhode Island Commerce Corporation, and Seth Goldenberg, founder and CEO of Epic Decade, one of the three firms that developed the state’s tourism campaign. […]
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Sephora and lululemon Are Now Open in Downtown Newport
Washington Square and Long Wharf Mall each welcomed new neighbors over the last few days. Sephora Sephora hosted Grand Opening at their new location at 49 Long Wharf Mall on Friday, doors opened at 10 am. Sephora’s regular hours will be open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through […]
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PHOTOS: Another Dead Whale Washes Ashore Aquidneck Island’s Coastline
Visitors to Ocean Loop at Sachuest on Tuesday morning discovered a small dead whale had washed ashore. This is the second whale to wash ashore on the coast of Aquidneck Island in the last two months, in April a dead humpback whale washed ashore Hazard’s Beach in Newport. There have also been reports of whales […]
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Tyler’s Two Cents: ‘The Millenial Migration, Why Young Bostonians are Flocking to Newport.’
Tyler’s Two Cents: Thoughts from Behind the Bar is a weekly lifestyle column, written by Tyler Bernadyn, that will appear every Tuesday on What’sUpNewp this summer. Believe it or not, summer is finally here. The lifeguard chairs are standing tall on Easton’s, the Smokehouse is open for business and 70 degree forecasts are showing up […]
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Obituary for Helen Gallagher: December 10, 1933 – May 15, 2016
Helen (Stashkow) Gallagher, 83, of Tiverton died Sunday, May 15, 2016 at Philip Hulitar Hospice Center in Providence, RI. She was the wife of the late Richard W. Gallagher. Born on December 10, 1933 in Fall River, MA, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Anna (Krysa) Stashkow. Helen was a graduate of […]
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‘Another Period’, Comedy Central’s Scripted Series about Newport’s First Family, Renewed For Season 3
Comedy Central’s turn-of-the-century historical and satirical scripted series that “takes place” in Newport, Another Period, has been renewed for a third season, it was announced today by Kent Alterman, President, Comedy Central. The ten-episode second season, co-created by and starring Natasha Leggero and Riki Lindhome, directed by Jeremy Konner and executive produced by Ben Stiller’s […]
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Middletown Police Department Warns of Suspicious Activity in Area of Boulevard and Miantonomi Avenue
After responding to several calls in the Boulevard and Miantonomi Avenue area, Middletown Police Department issued a warning on their Facebook Page about suspicious activity. Suspicious activityOver the past few weeks, the Middletown Police Department has responded to several calls in the Boulevard and Miantonomi Avenue area regarding a suspicious male who has been looking […]
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Cluny School Will Launch “Camp Cluny” This Summer
Cluny School is excited to announce the launch of their 6-week Summer Camp Program, Camp Cluny, for children ages 3-12 years. Camp Cluny’s goal is to offer children a memorable summer of adventure, exploration, teamwork, and imagination. Camp Cluny is located at the beautiful Cluny School campus on 75 Brenton Road in Newport. It runs […]
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Thompson Middle School Receives Bomb Threat on Monday Morning
Thompson Middle School received a bomb threat on Monday morning. Sergeant Corey A. Huck, Public Information Officer for Newport Police Department, provided the following information; At 0948 hours this morning the Newport Police Department received a call from Thompson Middle School stating they had just received a bomb threat against the school. The Newport Police […]
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Jamestown Police Officer Killed by Wrong-Way Driver on Route 95
A Jamestown Police Officer was killed early Tuesday morning when during his commute home he was struck head-on by a wrong way driver on Route 95 South. WPRI reports (Jamestown police officer killed in deadly head-on crash); ” Jamestown police officer Ryan Bourque had just gotten off his night shift and was driving home to Coventry […]