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The Aquidneck Island Planning Commission (AIPC) announced this morning the departures of John Shea as Executive Director. AIPC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community-based organization improving the environment, economy & quality of life for all on Aquidneck Island. The announcement from Sarah Churgin, Board Chair of AIPC, was made on social media and in an email […]

The following was written by Child & Family. Child & Family’s Sandpipers Early Learning Center is proud to announce they once again received 4 stars for their BrightStars certification, one of the few childcare centers ranked this high on Aquidneck Island. The program is also certified from the Council of Accreditation (COA), an international organization […]

Lucy’s Hearth recently announced the formation of its Advisory Board. “We are delighted to have these 10 distinguished community leaders give their time and talent toward helping the homeless children and families of Lucy’s Hearth have better lives,” board chair Mark Gorman told What’s Up Newp.  The Advisory Board’s members include the follow community leaders: […]

Is better health a part of your New Year’s resolution? Then you may want to consider getting a pet. According to the CDC, owning a pet can have real, measurable health benefits for many people. Since we’re big supporters of the #AdoptDontShop philosophy when it comes to pet ownership, we’re teaming up with our friends at the […]

This story was written by the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport Public Affairs. It originally appeared here on February 14th. For nearly 80 years, Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport and its predecessor organizations have been known for their expertise in the area of underwater sound. Now, that degree of knowledge has been […]

The Middletown Town Council will host their next regular meeting on Tuesday, February 18th at 7 pm at Middletown Town Hall.

Starting Monday, February 17th, you can warm up and treat yourself to the Hot Chocolate Bar at the Chanler. It will be opened daily with hours of operation from 12:00pm – 5:00 pm and last through March 31st. The Chanler won’t be serving up any ordinary hot chocolate. Offerings will be as follows: Milk Chocolate […]

Vinny, a Wire Fox Terrier from Newport, won the Terrier Group under Judge Norman Kenney at the 144th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in New York City on February 11, 2020. The dog was handled by Robert M. Carusi for owners George and Nannette Herrick. Vinny, a 3-year-old male, officially known as GCHB Irvonhill Voignier, […]

As one of the top wedding destinations in the country and home to America’s Most Romantic Hotel (???? The Chanler at Cliff Walk), we know our City-by-the-Sea has been a big part of more than a few love stories. In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, we asked readers to tell us their Newport love stories for […]

In a press release sent yesterday, The Newport Gallery Organization announced they will kick off its 20th season with February Newport Gallery Night tonight, February 13, 2020 from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm at participating galleries, museums and cultural institutions. February Newport Gallery Night is the perfect night to escape, de-stress and share with your […]