What’s better than watching The Sandlot? Watching the iconic film at one of New England’s most historic baseball fields! Back by popular demand, OceanPointe will once again host a screening of The Sandlot at Cardines Field in Newport on Labor Day Weekend, September 2nd. The non-denominational, independent, christian church, hosted a screening of the film last year on […]
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“Pell” Documentary Will Premiere at Jane Pickens Theater on August 11th
Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center will host a special premiere free screening of Pell during the Flicker’s Rhode Island International Film Festival on Thursday, August 11th at 7:30pm. The film is produced by Elyse Katz and directed by Steven Feinberg, both the producer and director are expected to be in attendance for the screening. […]
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Bike Newport Awarded $5,970 Grant For ‘Neighborhood Loops’
Bike Newport, the organization of those who care about improving bike friendliness, safety, access, courtesy, health, fitness, enterprise and planning, has recently been awarded a $5,970 grant from PeopleForBikes. The grant will be used to “paint and sign neighborhood loops where children and adults can practice bike skills and increase their on-road confidence. The routes will […]
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Inaugural Candy Store Cup is Heralded As A Success
The transition of the former Newport Bucket into the Candy Store Cup Superyacht Edition appeared effortless and suitably fabulous when a dozen of the world’s grandest sailing yachts competed off Newport, R.I. from Friday, July 29 through Sunday, July 31 and benefitted from the combined forces of co-hosts Newport Shipyard and Bannister’s Wharf. In true Bucket fashion, social activities included […]
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Vice President Nominee Tim Kaine Will Attend Fundraiser in Newport on August 14th
Just two weeks after attending a fundraiser hosted by Senator Jack Reed at Newport Shipyard, Democratic Vice President nominee Tim Kaine will return to Newport on August 13th for a fundraiser for Hillary Clinton. Ted Nesi reports for WPRI.com that the the event will be at the home of Barrett Bready, founder and CEO of […]
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Rhode Island Federal Delegation Announces $619K to Protect Narragansett Bay
Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressmen Jim Langevin and David Cicilline today announced $619,322 in federal funding from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to support the Narragansett Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve’s work to preserve and restore the coastal and estuarine ecosystems in Narragansett Bay. “The Narragansett Bay National Estuarine Research […]
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Representative Lauren Carson (D- District 75, Newport) Responds to 38 Studios Criminal Investigation
Representative Lauren Carson has responded with a Letter To The Editor following a press conference on Friday where Rhode Island State Police shared that there will be no indictments in the 38 Studios criminal investigation. “Dear editor, Rhode Island State Police Superintendent Colonel Steven O’Donnell along with Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Kilmartin announced last Friday […]
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433-Foot Fred Olsen Windcarrier Arrives In Newport
The Block Island Wind Farm’s main turbine installation vessel – Fred. Olsen Windcarrier’s Brave Tern – arrived in Newport Harbor around 11 a.m. on Sunday, July 31st. Spectators at the 2016 Newport Jazz Festival had a great view of the ships arrival from Fort Adams State Park. Photo by Jared Powers The vessel began its journey […]
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In Photos: Day 3 of 2016 Newport Jazz Festival
The 62nd Newport Jazz Festival came to a close on Sunday with Angelique Kidjo bringing high energy and beautiful tunes to the North Lawn at Fort Adams State Park. Here’s a look back at day #3 of the iconic music festival;
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10 Can’t Miss Events in August of 2016
Discover the best, biggest and most popular events happening in and around Newport, Rhode Island this August! For a full listing of events, visit our Events Calendar. 1. David Sedaris in Person at Jane Pickens – August 1: With sardonic wit and incisive social critiques, David Sedaris has become one of America’s preeminent humor writers. Wielding […]
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These 40+ Businesses Are Hiring In Newport Right Now (July 31)
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 within the last 7 days; BGC Newport – Lifeguard/Swim InstructorBike Newport- Community Outreach CoordinatorCastle Hill Inn- ValetCK Bradley – Assistant ManagerCompass Group – FOOD SVC WORKER (PART-TIME) Job –CTI Resource Management – Librarian (Proposal Position)Department Of The […]
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Water Main Break on Spring Street Causes Traffic Nightmare on Saturday Night
Shortly after 6:30 p.m. on Saturday night, there was a water main break on Spring Street at the intersection of Lee Avenue. Newport Police Department was forces to close Spring Street at Narragansett Avenue All this happening, while Gregory Porter was wrapping up his performance in front of a sold-out crowd of 10,000 at day #2 of […]
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10 Most-Read and Visited Stories on What’sUpNewp in July
July was a busy month of good news, bad news, breaking news and helpful information, here’s what Newport was reading, talking about and most interested in! Thanks to the the 55,000+ people that visited WhatsUpNewp.com more than 120,000 times in June! #10 – 12 Biggest Newport Events To Look Forward To In July of 2016 #9 – Kris […]
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In Photos: Day 2 of 2016 Newport Jazz Festival
The R.I. Music Educators Association Sr. All-State Jazz Ensemble opened up the sold-out and beautiful Saturday of the 2016 Newport Jazz Festival. The day wrapped up with a wonderful performance on the Fort Stage by Gregory Porter. Here’s a look at the moments and memories that we captured on day #2 of the Newport Jazz […]
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This Weekend: Best Things To Do In Newport This Weekend (July 29 – 31)
Discover the best, events and things to do in and around NEwport this weekend! Friday, July 29th Candy Store Cup at Newport ShipyardHellenic Fest 2016 @ St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church2016 Newport Jazz Festival at Fort Adams State Park (and on Friday at International Tennis Hall Of Fame)Helly Hansen’s 17th Annual Warehouse Sale at Shops at Music […]
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14 Open Houses This Weekend on Aquidneck Island (July 29 – 31)
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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433-Foot Vessel That Will Install Block Island’s Main Turbine Will Anchor Off of Newport Today
The Block Island Wind Farm’s main turbine installation vessel – Fred, Osen Wind Carrier’s Brave Tern – is expected to arrive in Rhode Island on July 31, based on current weather forecasts. The vessel began its journey across the Atlantic Ocean on July 15. The state-of-the-art, 433-foot long jack-up vessel traveled from France to Rhode […]
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Trash Skimmers Will Be Installed in Newport Harbor on August 2nd
The first step of the Clean Ocean Access “Newport Harbor Trash Skimmer Project”, funded by 11th Hour Racing, is scheduled to kick-off on August 2, 2016 with the City of Newport and Toner Electric installing 2 trash skimmers at Perrotti Park. “This project strengthens and expands the current efforts for improving water quality and eliminating […]
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Gospel Music Festival To Be Held at King Park on August 13th
King Park will be filled with the beautiful sounds of Gospel music on Saturday, August 13, 2016 as the Come Alive Gospel Music Fest celebrates its 5th anniversary. The soulful music of soloist Kenneth Robinson and the Community Baptist Church Gospel Choir of Newport will lift the audience with their powerful sounds. Performances this […]
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Obituary for David Wolfenden
David Wolfenden, age 77, of Newport, RI died Thursday, July 21, 2016 at The Heatherwood Nursing And Subacute Center in Newport. Mr. Wolfenden was born May 26, 1939 in Newport, RI. He is the son of the late Brelsford and Marion (Hartley) Wolfenden. David is a graduate of Rogers High School and The University of […]
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Obituary for Donald J. Stuehler
Donald Stuehler, 51, died on Wednesday, July 27, 2016 at Newport Hospital, Newport, RI. He was the son of Josephine (Cosentino) Stuehler of Portsmouth and the late J. Donald Stuehler. Donald graduated from the University of Southern New Hampshire with a degree in Marketing. He was a loyal member of Red Sox Nation, he enjoyed […]
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Obituary for Wallace B. Shepherd, Jr.
Wallace B. Shepherd, Jr, 69, of Portsmouth, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, July 25, 2016 at Newport Hospital. Wallace was the son of the late Wallace B. Shepherd Sr. and Margaret (Martin) Shepherd. He was the husband of Debra Marie (Capodilupo) Shepherd. Wallace earned his BS in Electrical Engineering from Case Western Reserve and his […]
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NJF Presents Solo Piano Concerts at Storyville, Toshiko Akiyoshi Celebrates 60th Anniversary of Performing at Newport Jazz
The solo piano setting, the most intimate and intimidating format in jazz, demands a mastery of rhythm, melody, harmony, dynamics and orchestration, with nowhere to hide. And when you are called to play solo piano on a festival stage – especially one as significant at the Newport Jazz Festival – your ability to capture, hold […]
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In Photos: Day 1 of 2016 Newport Jazz Festival
The first day of the 62nd Newport Jazz Festival started with (plenty of) rain and (plenty of) great jazz music from emerging musicians and artists. Berklee Global Jazz Institue Workshop Band opened up the festival under heavy rain on Friday around 11 a.m., but by the time they wrapped up their set and Peter Apfelbaum’s […]
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Podcast #158: Chat with Colleen McGrath about 11th Annual Movies On The Rocks Series at Ballard Park
Friends of Ballard Park’s 11th Annual MOVIES ON THE ROCKS series kicks off on Wednesday, August 3rd. Four movies will be shown in the quarry meadow off of Hazard Road in Newport on Wednesday evenings during the month of August. Colleen McGrath joined me on The Open Forum from 1 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. today to […]