Rhode Islander Brenda Bennett, discovered by pop superstar Prince, plays Common Fence Music with Blue Bamboo on May 14 at 8 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. The performance will take place at the Common Fence Point Community Hall, 933 Anthony Road, Portsmouth, Rhode Island. Tickets are $18 in advance and $21 at the door and […]
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Best Things To Do This Week in Newport (April 25 – 28)
Discover the best events, activities and things to do during this weekend in and around Newport, RI. Battle Chefs Finale Tuesday, April 26th at Revolving Door Restaurant Go see a new champion get crowned in the final of Battle Chefs as Chef Derrick Marquiss from Stoneacre Pantry will take on Chef Joe Dumas formerly of Salvation Café. Doors […]
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Where to Find Live Music, Comedy and Entertainment This Week (April 25 – 28)
Live Music, Entertainment & Comedy Listings Monday Diegos: Trivia at 9pmFastnet: Live music with The Ubiquitones from 10pm to 1am. No cover.Fifth Element: Live music with The Groove Merchants from 7pm to 10pmMidtown Oyster Bar: Live music with Yacht Club Rejects from 9pm to 1am. No cover.Perro Salado: Live music with Julio Amaro from 6pm to 9pm. No […]
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Newport Newswire: April 25, 2016
A look at where and why Newport is being mentioned today, locally and around the globe; Note: This is very much a live blog, this story will be updated throughout the day when/if more stories come out regarding Newport. Providence Journal – Rhode Island Health Matters for April 25Donegal Now – Chowder champ! Donegal chef wins All-Ireland […]
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Now Hiring In Newport: Help Wanted at 100+ Local Businesses (April 24)
Looking for a job in Newport, RI? Here’s our weekly roundup of job opportunities that are currently available in and around Newport, RI. In case you missed it, here’s our list from last week. Have a job to advertise? Post a Classified Ad. All jobs have been posted in the last week Featured Job Listings Admiral Fitzroy Inn – Bed & […]
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PHOTOS: Governor Raimondo and State Leaders Visit set of “The Discovery” in Newport
Governor Gina Raimondo, Senate President Teresa Paiva-Weed (D- 13, Newport & Jamestown), Representative Lauren Carson (D-75, Newport), Representative Marvin Abney (D- 74, Newport & Middletown) visited the set of The Discovery on Thursday, April 21st in Newport, RI. Cast and crew are currently filming on Bellevue Avenue, earlier this month filming took place at Newport […]
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St. George’s Cancels “Hope For Healing” Event That Was Planned for Alumni Weekend
ABC News and Boston Globe are reporting that a “healing” event/session on sexual abuse that was scheduled to take place during St. George’s Alumni Weekend has been cancelled. St. George’s was reportedly receiving threats of boycotts and other protests from victims of the alleged sexual abuse allegations who shared that it was premature to host […]
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Update on Broadway Streetscape Improvements
Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) provided the following update on the Broadway Streetscape Improvements on Friday, April 22nd. “We anticipate finishing the installation of the parking pavers, from Equality Park to Caleb Earl Street, by the end of the week, weather permitting. Concurrently, we will then begin parking area excavation from Caleb Earl Street […]
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Coast Guard Cutter Willow Changes Command in Newport
Coast Guard Cutter Willow’s crew conducted a change of command ceremony Friday at U.S. Naval Station Newport, Rhode Island. Lt. Cmdr. Mark W. Crysler relieved Lt. Cmdr. Daniel J. Twomey as the commanding officer of Willow. Rear Adm. Linda L. Fagan, Commander, First Coast Guard District, presided over the ceremony. “Never before have I witnessed teamwork that makes everything a unit […]
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10 Best Things To Do This Weekend in Newport (April 22 – 24)
Discover the best events, activities and things to do during this weekend in and around Newport, RI. Wondering what’s happening for live music, comedy and entertainment this weekend? Check this out – Where to Find Live Music, Comedy and Entertainment This Weekend (April 22 – 24) (In chronological order) 1 – Newport Daffodil Days Festival April 16th […]
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Where to Find Live Music, Comedy and Entertainment This Weekend (April 22 – 24)
Discover the best entertainment, comedy and live music happening around Newport, RI this weekend. Wondering what else is happening this weekend? Check this out – 10 Best Things To Do This Weekend in Newport (April 22 – 24). If you enjoy What’sUpNewp, please consider supporting those businesses in bold below! They sponsor us and make what we […]
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Open Houses on Aquidneck Island This Weekend (April 23 – 24)
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. Open Houses in Newport […]
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Newport Newswire: April 22, 2016
A look at where and why Newport is being mentioned today, locally and around the globe; Note: This is very much a live blog, this story will be updated throughout the day when/if more stories come out regarding Newport. WPRI – The Buzz: Time to talk family vacationPatch – Newport Man Faces Third Domestic OffenseNewport This Week […]
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Podcast #88: Newport Film & Celebrity Tour and Secretary of State Nellie Gorbea
On today’s edition of The Open Forum on 1540 AM WADK Newport, I chatted about the marathon scenario, what to do this weekend, Newport Film and Celebrity Tour and about the Presidential Preference Primary. Tammy Fasano stopped by the studio at 1pm to chat with Ryan about the Newport Film & Celebrity Tour. Nellie Gorbea, Rhode […]
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Middletown Man Wins $50,000 on Instant Ticket
Michael Johnson of Middletown claimed a $50,000 “Super Crossword” Instant Ticket prize on Thursday, April 21st. Johnson stopped at Colbea, 1149 West Main Rd., Middletown, with his friend early Thursday and they both purchased an Instant Ticket for fun. His friend won $20, and to Mr. Johnson’s surprise, he won the top prize! He plans to […]
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POLL: What Time of Day do You Want To Receive Our Daily Newsletter?
Receive our daily newsletter? That’s great, you’re among the 9,000 lucky ones to find out and discover what’s happening, new and to do in Newport before anyone else. If you don’t subscribe, you can sign up HERE. Receive It In The Morning While we’re happy to have you on board, we’re looking for feedback on what […]
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Rhode Island Becomes First State to Adopt ‘Recycle Across America’ Standardized labels, Honored at Hollywood Event
Just in time for Earth Day 2016, Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corporation (RIRRC) has announced that Rhode Island will be the first state in the nation to adopt standardized recycling bin labels from Recycle Across America (RAA). RAA is a non-profit organization that has created the first-ever standardized society wide labels for recycling bins in the […]
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Hotel Viking Draws on Its Historic Past to Inspire a Modern-Day Makeover
Designers of Hotel Viking’s recently completed renovation carefully incorporated elements of the hotel’s historic past into a makeover of its public spaces. The result: Newport, RI’s Gilded Age grande dame is sitting pretty as its 90th anniversary approaches in May. Originally funded by the sale of common stock shares, Hotel Viking has been an integral […]
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“Heifetz on Tour” Returns to Rhode Island, Musicians Will Spend a Week in Jamestown
The Jamestown Arts Center (JAC) has announced their May 2016 classical music residency in partnership with the acclaimed Heifetz International Music Institute. This program, which began in October 2013, will include an in-school educational component in addition to musicales in local homes, and a public concert at the JAC. The residency and public concert are incredible opportunities for the […]
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Newport Newswire: April 24, 2016
A look at where and why Newport is being mentioned today, locally and around the globe; Note: This is very much a live blog, this story will be updated throughout the day when/if more stories come out regarding Newport. Boston.com – New England is home to three of the top coziest inns in the US (2 in […]
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Newport Newswire: April 23, 2016
A look at where and why Newport is being mentioned today, locally and around the globe; Note: This is very much a live blog, this story will be updated throughout the day when/if more stories come out regarding Newport. ABC News – Elite Boarding School Cancels ‘Healing’ Event on Sex AbuseThe Boston Globe – St. George’s cancels […]
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New England Patriots Lead “Football For You” Clinic at Naval Station Newport on Thursday
Current Patriots players, alumni and cheerleaders led a Football For You clinic at Naval Station Newport in Newport, R.I. on Thursday, April 21, guiding children of servicemen and women through offensive and defensive skill stations. The event celebrated the Month of the Military Child. Photo by Eric J. Adler Joe Cardona, Naval Officer and Long […]
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Newport Could Host Two Marathons in 2017
Rhode Race & Events Inc., d/b/a Newport Rhode Races, has submitted an application for a special event license for a marathon/half marathon and 5k beginning and ending at Easton’s Beach on April 16, 2017. Rhode Race & Events Inc. is a company that former employees of Eident Sports Marketing reportedly created after Eident “went out of […]
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Planet Aid Donation Center in Newport Will Host Donation Drive for Earth Day
International nonprofit Planet Aid announced today that, in honor of Earth Day, it is encouraging Rhode Island residents to go green by hosting a large donation drive. The event will be held at the Planet Aid Donation Center in Newport. Those who wish to de-clutter their house in an environmentally friendly way are invited to bring their unwanted […]
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What’s On Tap at The Wharf Pub: April 21 – 27
What’s On Tap at The Wharf Pub is a sponsored weekly column written by Sarah Fimple, Beverage Manager of The Wharf Pub. It’s meant to keep you in the know of what their serving up for beverages, food and entertainment. The Wharf Pub is currently featuring 20 draft lines (mostly New England based beer companies) and 63 bottles (local, […]