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At the Historic District Commission meeting on December 15th, members formally heard the proposal for construction of a new building on the Trinity Church campus in place of Carr-Rice. Several members offered comments before the HDC voted unanimously to approve the proposal. The application approved the following; “Nov-12 Application of Trinity Church-Rector-et-als, 23 Mill Street, […]

(Photo of Bowen’s Wharf) Award-winning New York-based agency Havas PR North America has won the Rhode Island Commerce Corporation account and appointed ‘Team Rhody’ to fulfill its role as one of three firms developing and deploying the state’s $4.5 million tourism campaign. Havas PR’s Providence office brings together creative and strategic thinkers who represent what makes Rhode Island great: a mix of seasoned and […]

Estately has taken a look back on 2015 to see how Americans in every state spent their time Googling the people, terms, movies, TV shows, organizations, events, cultural phenomena, and controversies that grabbed people’s attention in 2015. Here’s what was Googled more frequently in Rhode Island than any other state in 2015. RHODE ISLAND Brian Williams (NBC journalist […]

Screen shot of the front cover of The Boston Globe on Thursday, December 15th. (Featured photo via The Boston Globe)  St. George’s in Middletown found themselves on the front cover of The Boston Globe today, December 15th for things that allegedly happened in the 1970’s at the school that include allegations of sexual abuse”. “Anne Scott […]

Right when we think Libby Kirwin has already pulled out all the stops, the real estate entrepreneur surprises us with yet another exciting marketing initiative to bring her property listings the forefront of our attention. This million dollar listing’s main attraction (recently reduced to $999,000) is it’s “spa-like” backyard amenities including heated pool, hot tub and secret outdoor […]

(Photo via US Senator Reed) 12/14/2015 — NEWPORT, RI – U.S. Senator Jack Reed today was joined by Admiral Linda Fagan, the 1st U.S. Coast Guard District Commander, representatives from the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) and Naval Station Newport, and Rhode Island construction workers for a ribbon cutting ceremony marking the completion of the new Coast Guard wharf […]

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(Photo by Marial Maher/Visual Manor) What’sUpNewp has learned that Bowen’s Wharf will host an Oyster Festival in May 2016. The inaugural event is currently scheduled to fall the week after Salve Regina University’s Graduation and a week before Memorial Day Weekend, May 21st and May 22nd. Full details will be announced soon on www.bowenswharf.com. Photo of […]

(Photo via RI Lottery) Fred Humphrey of Newport claimed a $35,000 Patriots Instant Ticket prize on December 8th, 2015. He purchased five Patriots Instant Tickets from 7-Eleven, 29 Memorial Boulevard in Newport. The first ticket was not a winner, on the second, third and fourth he won a few dollars, and on the fifth ticket […]

The Newport Superior Court today dismissed all appeals of the Newport Zoning Board decision approving construction of the proposed welcome center at The Breakers.  Judge Walter Stone decided that none of the appellants had legal standing to challenge the approvals. “This is a tremendous victory for the Preservation Society and for the hundreds of thousands […]

Libby Kirwin Real Estate will be hosting two open houses this weekend. Both are extremely different, but if you are curious about what is on the market, put these into your weekend schedules. Whether or not your ready to buy a home, it’s always good to visit an open house and speak with agents about […]

Here are the twelve most popular and most read What’sUpNewp stories that got you and everyone else talking in November! Interesting Fact – Even with a very small team, What’sUpNewp was the first to break and bring you the news of at least 50% of these stories before any other media outlet. Thank you to the 35,000 people […]

The What’sUpNewp Card is an annual exclusive membership to curated experiences and exclusive discounts and opportunities across Newport County. Are you a business and interested in providing What’sUpNewp Card Holder offers? This is your chance to promote your business to an audience of highly social, active and engaged people who love Newport County.  CLICK HERE   CYBER MONDAY DEAL: […]

Carolyn Rafaelian, Founder of Alex & Ani, continues to grow her footprint in Newport, RI. According to What’sUpNewp sources, the entrepreneur has purchased 282 Thames Street, a building that currently houses one of her Teas & Javas locations. The property was formerly known as People’s Cafe and served as People’s Credit Union. The property was sold by […]

Here’s what’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport today, enjoy! Sunday, November 29th Polar Express, The Polar Express Train Ride on the Newport & Narragansett Bay Railroad runs on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from November 20th through to Christmas. Trains depart each night at 4:30 and 6:30pm. On Saturday, December 5th, 12th, and […]

Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty is pleased to announce that Robin Nicholson has joined the firm’s Narragansett office as Broker Associate. “We are excited to have Robin joining the company at this pivotal moment as we continue our expansion in Rhode Island,” notes Judy Chace, co-founder and co-owner of Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International […]

Good Morning! Here’s a roundup of new headlines that have to do with what’s happening, new or to do in Newport, RI. Newport, RI Morning News Headlines Gobble Up: The night before Thanksgiving is a nigh… (Vanyaland)Big Blue Bug lit by 4th graders (ABC6) [wp-rss-aggregator]

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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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 […]