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Obituary for Judith Sullivan
Judith Sullivan, 77 of Newport, Rhode Island died Friday March 17th, 2017 at Charlton Memorial Hospital in Fall River, Massachusetts. Born on May 14th, 1939 in Brockton Massachusetts, she was the daughter of the late Biando and Rita Giovanniello, and sister of the late Michael Giovanniello. Judith moved to Newport in 1972, with her husband, […]
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Obituary for Dr. Norman D. Allen D.D.S.
Newport – “Bud” Allen, 92, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2017, in his home. He was born July 28, 1924, in Manchester, CT, son of Carl H. Allen and Agatha Haverly Allen. He attended Dental School at the University of Maryland and received his certificate of Orthodontics at the University of Montreal. He was […]
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Craft Beer Corner: Boston Bound – Must try Breweries & Beers
With so many local breweries up-coming here in Rhode Island, we like to venture out once and awhile but still keep it New England. Boston has become one of the most popular craft beer/cocktail and foodie cities over the years and seems like there is always something new to check out – and what’s best […]
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UPDATED: Sail Newport to Host Volvo Ocean Race Press Conference and Pep Rally on March 21st
Sail Newport is inviting the public to attend a Volvo Ocean Race Newport stopover press conference and Pep Rally on Tuesday, March 21. A press release on Wednesday stated there be a major announcement starting promptly at 9:00 a.m. with speakers from the Volvo Ocean Race and Sail Newport. The press conference will be held […]
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North Providence Mayor Promises Overhaul of Town’s Police Department
NORTH PROVIDENCE – Mayor Charles Lombardi is promising to seriously consider a reorganization of the town’s police department, after an investigation into accusations of sexual harassment found the claims legally “unfounded,” but that police officers regularly made vulgar comments and lewd jokes. Mayor Charles Lombardi “What we’ve uncovered is unfortunate, it’s embarrassing,” Lombardi said yesterday […]
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Owner of Pour Judgement Plans to bike across America to raise awareness for Multiple Sclerosis
The idea behind Bikes And Beers Across America (BBAM) started out like many great ideas – a late night bar conversation scratched out on cocktail napkins. Hank Whitin, owner of Pour Judgement Bar & Grill, became reflective on his upcoming milestone birthday. “I realized I didn’t want to turn 50, 25 lbs. overweight and drunk […]
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25+ Things To Do This Weekend in Newport
Discover what’s happening, new and to do for events, activities and fun this weekend in Newport! Friday, March 17th 1 pm – Diabetes Info Classes for Diabetics, Family, Friends, & Caregivers! at Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center 4 pm – St. Patrick’s Day Celebration presented by What’sUpNewp at Midtown Oyster Bar 4:30 pm & 7 pm – The […]
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Where To Find Live Music and Entertainment This Weekend (March 17 – 19)
Looking for live music, karaoke, comedy, dj, dancing or any other fun form of entertainment this weekend in Newport? Here’s what’s happening, new and to do in and around the city! You Might Also Like – 25+ Things To Do This Weekend in Newport Friday, March 17th 2 pm to 1am – Live music with Brian […]
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Agenda for Newport City Council’s March 22nd Meeting
The following items of business will go in front of Newport City Council at their regularly scheduled Council Meeting on Wednesday, March 22nd at 6:30 pm. This meeting will take place inside Council Chambers at Newport City Hall and is open to the public. This docket, along with all supporting documents and live video of […]
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Obituary for Dr. Joan B. David
Dr. Joan David, 81, Professor Emerita of English at Salve Regina University in Newport and former chairman of the English department, passed away on Monday, March 13. Born June 18, 1935 in Fitchburg, Mass., Joan was a beloved member of Salve Regina’s faculty for 49 years from 1963 until her retirement in 2012. While teaching […]
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AOH Pipes & Drums, Men’s Singers to Perform at St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at Midtown Oyster Bar
The 61st Annual Saint Patrick’s Day Parade has come and gone and now it’s time to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in a more traditional way in Newport! Join What’sUpNewp on St. Patrick’s Day (Friday, March 17th) at Midtown Oyster Bar for our annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration. Stop by for some great food (like a […]
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First Wave Of Investments from Green Economy Bond Will Fund ‘First Mile’ Bike Path in Newport
As part of continued efforts to grow Rhode Island’s green economy, Governor Gina Raimondo, along with First Gentleman Andy Moffit and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM), announced on Monday the first wave of investments, totaling $10 million, to be funded by the $35 million Green Economy Bond passed last November. Ten bikeway […]
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7 Questions for Local Musician Evan Pharmakis of Wind In Sails
On March 24th, Newport Vineyards will host their second Fireside Live Music Friday with local singer-songwriter Evan Pharmakis. The Middletown local has released several albums so far under his solo project, Wind In Sails. In February, he released Renditions, a free album covering songs by various artists like Gin Blossoms and Death Cab for Cutie and featuring Pharmakis’s signature melancholy, […]
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RI Supreme Court Directs Newport City Council to Issue Victualing Licenses to Preservation Society
The Rhode Island Supreme Court today ordered the City of Newport to “issue victualing licenses…forthwith” to The Preservation Society of Newport County for The Elms Carriage House and the Chinese Tea House at Marble House. The petitioners, the Preservation Society of Newport County and Newport Catering, Inc., d/b/a Glorious Affairs, Ltd., sought review of a […]
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Sunshine Week Celebrates the Public’s Right to Know
Sunshine Week encourages Americans to recognize the importance of open government to a robust democracy Editor’s Note: One of a package of stories marking Sunshine Week, an annual celebration of access to public information. Rita Ward had a question: Why did a weekly listing of causes of death suddenly stop appearing in the local newspaper? It […]
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Rhode Island Council on Postsecondary Education Approves New IYRS Program and Institutional Name Change
IYRS School of Technology & Trades has announced that last week the Rhode Island Council on Postsecondary Education (RICPE) approved IYRS’ proposed fourth full-time program offering in Digital Modeling and Fabrication. IYRS’ accrediting body, the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC), will now review the program. The comprehensive nine-month Digital Modeling & Fabrication program […]
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SENEDIA’s Fourth Annual Defense Innovation Days Set for August 28-30
Defense Innovation Days, the Southeastern New England Defense Industry Alliance (SENEDIA)’s annual three-day national event highlighting innovation and technology in the defense arena, will be held Monday, August 28 – Wednesday, August 30 at the Newport Marriott in Newport, Rhode Island. SENEDIA’s fourth annual Defense Innovation Days event will feature national leaders from the U.S. […]
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Step into Spring at ‘Nature Tamed in the Landscape, Gardens, and Collections of Rough Point’
Opening April 6th, 2017, this year’s special exhibition Nature Tamed in the Landscape, Gardens, and Collections of Rough Point brings the outside in with a look at how the natural world influenced those who shaped and lived at Rough Point, Doris Duke’s home in Newport. From the original landscape design by Fredrick Law Olmsted, to […]
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12+ Things To Do This Week in Newport
Discover what’s happening, new and to do during the remainder of this week in Newport! Note: This list usually starts on Monday, but the winter storm canceled almost every event happening on Monday and Tuesday. Wednesday, March 15th 4 pm – A United Kingdom at Jane Pickens Theater 6:30 p.m. – Woodcock Walk at Norman […]
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Where To Find Live Music and Entertainment This Week in Newport
Here’s what’s happening, new and to do for live music, karaoke, trivia and entertainment during the remainder of this week in Newport. This information was provided to us by the venue or musicians, it is subject to change. Did we miss something or get something wrong? E-mail Ryan@whatsupnewp.com! Wednesday Buskers: Open mic night with Mike […]
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RISP Respond to Highway Flooding; Jack-knifed Tractor-Trailer Truck; 15 Minor Accidents
At the end of Tuesday, Newport will have seen approximately 3″ of snow and a lot of hail/rain. Much less than the 12″+ that was forecasted for the City-By-The-Sea. Approximately 500 Newport National Grid customers lost power for a short while on Tuesday, no significant accidents were reported in the city. As of 4 p.m., Rhode […]
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Have a Bright Idea for a Healthier Newport County? There’s a Grant For That
Do you have an idea on how to create a healthy athletic activity for the children of Newport County? How about increasing good health habits, building confidence and a sense of achievement? If you do, then apply for funding from the Frederick Henry Prince Memorial Fund at Newport Hospital and become Powered by Prince! […]
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Two Rhode Island Employers are among finalist for prestigious Defense Department Employer Support Award
Two Rhode Island employers are among 30 finalists nationwide for the 2017 Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award, the highest recognition given by the Defense Department to employers for their support of National Guard and Reserve members. Aspen Aerogels of East Providence and National Grid of Providence were selected as finalists from among more […]
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VIDEO: 61st Newport Saint Patrick’s Day Parade (March 11, 2017)
The 61st Newport Saint Patrick’s Day Parade was held on Saturday, March 11th 2017. The parade began promptly at 11:00 am from Newport City Hall and will proceed to Carroll Avenue at Saint Augustin’s Church in the heart of the Fifth Ward. The parade included Pipe Bands, Marching Bands, Fife & Drum Corps, Clown Units, […]