On today’s edition of The Open Forum, Frank Prosnitz and I chatted about a wide array of topics on a city, state, national and global level. Ryan from Norton Point joined us at 1pm today, which is World Oceans Day, to announce the launch of his company’s new line of sunglasses from recycled ocean plastic. […]
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Mayor Jeanne-Marie Napolitano Will Run for Re-Election on Newport City Council
On The Open Forum with Ryan Belmore on WADK 1540 AM today, Newport Mayor Jeanne-Marie Napolitano announced her intention to run for re-election on the Newport City Council. Hear from the Mayor from 26:00 to 53:49 below; If successfully re-elected to Newport City Council, Napolitano then would need the support of the four at-large councilors […]
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Portsmouth and Johnston Will Host Household Hazardous Waste Collection on June 18th
In an effort to promote safe disposal of household hazardous waste (HHW), Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corporation (RIRRC) will host two Eco-Depot collections on Saturday, June 18. Rhode Island residents can bring household hazardous waste to the Central Landfill located at 65 Shun Pike in Johnston from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Additionally, Eco-Depot will visit Aquidneck Island for a […]
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IYRS School of Technology & Trades Receives Two Significant Grants for a Total of $680,000
IYRS School of Technology & Trades has announced that two impactful grants have been awarded to the school, one grant in the amount $670,000 from the van Beuren Charitable Foundation in support of the school’s Campaign for the Future of IYRS, and one grant in the amount of $10,000 from the Hagerty Education Program at America’s Car […]
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New Craft Brewery Signs Lease on Aquidneck Island, Hopes To Open This Summer
Aquidneck Island has Coastal Extreme Brewing (Newport Storm Beer) in Newport, Coddington Brewing Co. in Middletown and will soon welcome a new brewery in Portsmouth. Ragged Island Brewing Company has signed a lease, that begins on July 1st, at 200 High Point Ave unit B6 in Portsmouth. Matthew Gray, Owner of Gray Matter Marketing, is a partner in […]
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WUN’s Founder Launches His New Company’s Line of Sunglasses Made From Recycled Ocean Plastic
Since launching What’sUpMartha and What’sUpNetworks back in 2009, Rob Ianelli went on to launch What’sUpTuck, What’sUpStowe and What’sUpNewp. After handing over the reigns of “What’sUp” to Ryan Belmore, Rob went on to launch Brewsees Eyewear and Norton Point, an eyewear brand based on the island of Martha’s Vineyard, MA Today, June 8, 2016 and in conjunction […]
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Headmaster of St. George’s Will Step Down in 2017
Eric Peterson, headmaster of St. George’s School, has informed trustees that he won’t seek to renew his contract, which expires June 30, 2017. Peterson’s resignation had been sought by many alumni during the last few months while the school has been embroiled in a sexual abuse scandal that became public in December of 2015, after Anne Scott and two […]
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Look Who’s Talking About Newport: June 7, 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. Warwick Beacon – 300 Corvettes make for Newport […]
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Tyler’s Two Cents: Brace Yourselves, the Bachelorettes are Coming
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 a warm Saturday afternoon in June. You’re sitting at the Landing enjoying the live music and you see a group of women, dressed in matching “Last Sail Before […]
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Planet Aid’s Donation Center in Newport Experiences Record-Setting Surge in Donations
Planet Aid’s donation and recycling facility at 7 West Main Road, Newport, Rhode Island experienced one of the highest donation periods in its one-year history. “It was awesome to have so many people come out to support us. We received many thousands of pounds prior to and through the Memorial Day Weekend,” said Keith […]
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Rhode Island Supreme Court Rules Newport Family Can Sue RIPTA Over Alleged Harassment
The Rhode Island Supreme Court is allowing a Newport family’s lawsuit, that accuses the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority of failing to take reasonable steps to stop a trolley driver from harassing them over the course of 10 years, to proceed to trial, according to The Providence Journal. The Providence Journal reports; The high court […]
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NIMFest Will Kickoff 10th Season of Concerts at King Park on June 26th
The 10th Annual NIMFest Concert Series, which takes place at the Gazebo on Wellington Avenue in King Park, will get underway on Sunday, June 26th. The series is presented by the City Of Newport with a gift from Mrs. Dorrance H. Hamilton. All concerts are scheduled on Sundays from 3 p.m. – 6 p.m., there are no […]
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Cumberland Farms in Portsmouth Sells $100,000 Wild Money Winning Ticket
The $100,326 jackpot for Rhode Island’s own progressive jackpot game, Wild Money, was hit on Saturday night. Cumberland Farms, 3166 East Main Rd., Portsmouth, sold the winning ticket. The prize has yet to be claimed. Tuesday’s estimated Wild Money jackpot is $20,000. The Wild Money drawings take place three times a week: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday nights, live […]
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Representative Edwards, Canario and Reilly Remind Constituents of Eco-Depot in Portsmouth on June 18
You can now get rid of that hazardous waste lurking in your home as Portsmouth’s delegation in the House of Representatives remind residents of an Eco-Depot event taking place in June. Oven cleaner, window cleaner, flea collars, pool chemicals, nail polish remover, oil based paint in rusty old cans are some of the items considered […]
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Look Who’s Talking About Newport: June 7, 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 – High court rules Newport […]
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Obituary for Margaret Frances Gomes: January 13, 1920 – June 5, 2016
Margaret Frances (Silvia) Gomes, 96, of Wapping Road, Middletown died peacefully on Sunday, June 5, 2016 in the same home where she was born, surrounded by her family. She was the wife of the late Louis J. Gomes Sr. for 60 years, until his death in 2003. Born on January 13, 1920 in Middletown, RI, […]
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Obituary for Patricia “Patti” Fay: September 15, 1952 – June 4, 2016
Patricia Ann (Coffey) Fay “PattiFay”, of Portsmouth died Saturday, June 4, 2016 at home in Portsmouth, after a courageous and determined battle with cancer. Her adoring family was by her side. She was the wife of Bruce Eric Fay of Portsmouth, RI. Born on September 15, 1952, Patti was the daughter of Barbara Bruno Coffey, […]
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Podcast #121: World Oceans Day, Global Wellness Day, Pawsox and More…
It was a action packed Monday edition of The Open Forum with Ryan Belmore on WADK 1540 AM on June 6th, here’s what’s happened… World Oceans Day – I brought back audio from our recent discussion with Sailors For The Sea about World Oceans Day, Sailors For The Sea will host several events to celebrate the […]
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Aquidneck Land Trust Announces 2016 Merritt Neighborhood Fund Grant Recipients
Aquidneck Land Trust (ALT) has announcd the eight grant recipients for the 2016 Merritt Neighborhood Fund. The Fund provides modest grants to Aquidneck Island’s neighborhood and community groups to support their preservation of small parks, playgrounds and other natural spaces in order to strengthen their community’s identity and character and to model the ethic of […]
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Film Crew Begins Filming at Fort Adams for 2017 Documentary
Ravelin Films from Ferndale Michigan has begun working at Fort Adams to produce a documentary on the history of the fort. Led by Ryan Betzler and Will Eichel, Ravelin Films with assistance of world renowned expert on masonry coastal defenses, John Weaver, will be filming, researching and interviewing with a July 2017 target release of […]
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Poll: What is the Most Appropriate Nickname for the City of Newport?
With all the talk state-wide recently on the subject of tourism, we have been looking at how the City Of Newport markets itself and what can possible be done better. What nickname best resembles all that Newport has to offer? What do you use? What should we all as locals, tourists, residents and the city, […]
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60+ Local Businesses That Are Hiring in Newport Right Now | June 6
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 31 – June 6; 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’sAll About […]
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Best Things To Do This Week in Newport: June 6 – 10
Discover the best events, activities and things to do during this weekend in and around Newport, RI. Monday, June 6 6pm – FINAL Newport Open Space Partnership Public Meeting @ The Deck: Live music with Justin Pomfret from 5pm to 8pm. No cover.Fastnet: Live music with The Ubiquitones from 10pm to 1am. No cover.Fifth Element: Live music with […]
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Look Who’s Talking About Newport: June 6, 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. Washington Times – Sen. Reed, maritime agency head […]
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Newport Gulls Add Veteran NECBL Coach to Staff
Gulls Hire New Pitching Coach NECBL veteran Darryl Morhardt to join Manager Al Leyva’s staff The Newport Gulls have hired veteran NECBL coach Darryl Morhardt to join Manager Al Leyva’s staff as the team’s 2016 pitching coach. Morhardt, who has nearly two decades of coaching experience in the NECBL, will take over for long-time Gulls […]