Newport City Council will take a big step in the search for Newport’s next City Manager during a Special Council Meeting on Wednesday, May 8. According to a meeting notice, members of City Council will meet for a Special Meeting following their Regular Council Meeting, which is scheduled to begin at 6:30 pm. During the […]
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Newport Oyster & Chowder Festival announces BankNewport as presenting sponsor
The Newport Oyster & Chowder Festival, a beloved annual tradition at Bowen’s Wharf in the heart of downtown Newport that returns on May 18th and 19th, is thrilled to announce BankNewport as the event’s first-ever presenting sponsor. The bank will also support the annual Bowen’s Wharf Seafood Festival on October 19th & 20th, 2024. “We are delighted to […]
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NOAA breaks ground on new Marine Operations Center Facility in Newport
Today, the Department of Commerce’s National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new facility on Naval Station Newport in Rhode Island that will serve as the future home of the NOAA Marine Operations Center-Atlantic. In December, the U.S. Navy, on behalf of NOAA, awarded $146,778,932 to Skanska USA to build the new NOAA […]
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The number of fish on US overfishing list reaches an all-time low. Mackerel and snapper recover
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — The number of fish on the government’s overfishing list sunk to a new low last year in a sign of healthy U.S. fisheries, federal officials said. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration released an updated analysis of American fisheries late last week via its annual “Status of the Stocks” report, which […]
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Heifetz International Music Institute to return to Rhode Island for a week-long residency
The Heifetz International Music Institute will return to Rhode Island for a week-long series of performances and collaborations in schools and evening performances at venues around the state. The residency, made possible by an invitation from the Jamestown Arts Center and Heifetz International Music Institute, will allow the musicians to share their skills and experience […]
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What Sold: A look at 11 homes that traded hands last week in Newport County
In this week’s edition of What Sold, we take a look at Newport County’s real estate market. Last week eleven homes changed hands, reflecting the continued momentum in the housing sector. However, amidst these transactions lies a compelling narrative for property owners contemplating a sale: the historically low levels of available inventory. As we inch […]
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Now Hiring: 100+ jobs available in the Newport area right now
Newport is a busy city with a strong job market. There are currently over 100 job opportunities available in the Newport area. Below is a list of some of the available positions. These jobs were posted within the last seven days and are within 5 miles of downtown Newport. If you’re interested in applying for […]
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Liberal icon Bernie Sanders is running for Senate reelection, squelching retirement rumors
By LISA RATHKE Associated Press Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont announced Monday he will run for reelection this year, squelching speculation that the 82-year-old progressive icon might retire at a time when the Democratic Party is anxious about the advancing age of its top leaders. Hailing from a Democratic stronghold, Sanders’ decision virtually guarantees that […]
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What’s Up in Newport This Week: May 6 – 12
Here’s a look at what’s happening for events, live music, and entertainment this week in and around Newport, Rhode Island. Cruise Ship Schedule Here’s what’s coming up next on the 2024 Cruise Ship Schedule. Saturday, June 15 | Island Princess Wednesday, June 19 | Silver Shadow Wednesday, June 26 | Emerald Princess Monday, May 6 Things […]
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Luna is a petite tuxedo kitty looking for a new home
Meet your new best friend, Luna – this week’s adoptable cat of the week. Luna, a 7-year-old female domestic shorthair, is available for adoption at the Potter League for Animals in Middletown. “Luna is a petite tuxedo kitty looking for a new home. She is an independent lady looking for someone who can respect her […]
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Newport Police Arrest & Dispatch Log: May 3 – 6
Newport Police Department provided the following arrest and dispatch logs from 7 am on May 3 through 7 am on May 6, 2024. Arrest Log At 4 pm on Friday, May 3, Lynnette Dow, 63, of Middletown, Rhode Island, was arrested by Officer White on charges of Resisting Legal or Illegal Arrest, Disorderly Conduct, and […]
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Kids Count: Childhood population declining in Rhode Island
In a sweeping statistical profile of children and youth in Rhode Island, Kids Count found that while the Ocean State’s population has increased slightly, its 18 and under population is declining, and large disparities exist based on wealth, poverty, race and ethnicity. Kids Count’s annual Factbook is being presented this morning to a collection of […]
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Tom Brady’s Netflix roast features lots of humor, reunion between Robert Kraft and Bill Belichick
By JOE REEDY AP Sports Writer INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Three months before Tom Brady gets roasted by critics as Fox Sports’ top NFL analyst, he took his share of barbs from comedians, former teammates and his longtime coach Sunday night during a made-for-streaming comedy live event on Netflix. And it is safe to say […]
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Rafaela and Devers homer as Red Sox beat Twins 9-2 to end Minnesota’s 12-game winning streak
By MIKE COOK Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Ceddanne Rafaela hit the first Red Sox home run in seven games, Rafael Devers added another, and Boston ended Minnesota’s 12-game winning streak by beating the Twins 9-2 on Sunday. Vaughn Grissom and Dominic Smith had two-run doubles, and Boston ended a three-game slide in which it […]
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Providence’s Columbus Theatre to cease operations in June
Today, the Columbus Theatre in Providence, Rhode Island, announced that it would cease operations in June 2024. In an email to customers, the theatre shared the following message; After 12 years, the Columbus Theatre will be ceasing operations in June 2024. The last show will be on June 9th. All currently scheduled events will go […]
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Pablo López strikes out 8 in 6 innings as Twins beat Red Sox 3-1 for 12th straight victory
By MIKE COOK Associated Press MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Pablo López struck out eight in six strong innings, Max Kepler homered and the Minnesota Twins extended their winning streak to 12 games with a 3-1 win over the Boston Red Sox on Saturday. The Twins have the longest winning streak in the majors this season. Minnesota’s […]
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This Day in RI History: May 4, 1776 – Rhode Island declares independence from Great Britain
On May 4th, 1776, a full two months before the rest of the new nation, the Rhode Island General Assembly formally declared independence from Great Britain. Of course, Rhode Island was already in a state of rebellion by that point, as the declaration came four years after the Gaspee affair, and a year after the […]
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Twins stretch win streak to 11 with 5-2 victory over Red Sox behind Paddack’s 6 innings
By DAVE CAMPBELL AP Sports Writer MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Chris Paddack pitched six scoreless innings to carry the Minnesota Twins to their 11th consecutive victory, a 5-2 decision over the Boston Red Sox on Friday night. The Twins matched win streaks in 2003 and 2006 for their third-longest ever, trailing the club record of 15 straight during its last […]
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Troll trail ready to traverse
Imagine being a dog park denizen, dark sky enthusiast, or disc golfer used to frequenting the normally sleepy Ninigret Park in Charlestown and on your next visit finding two new residents, giant trolls made of recycled wooden pallets, bamboo, rope, and quahog shells, have turned the space into the state’s hottest new tourist destination. Unless […]
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Portsmouth Abbey School junior wins 2024 Poetry Ourselves spoken word competition
The National Endowment for the Arts today announced that Jennifer Shon, an 11th-grade student at Portsmouth Abbey School in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, won the 2024 Poetry Ourselves spoken word competition for her original poem, “My Hanbando” on Thursday, May 2 Poetry Ourselves is an optional competition for state champions competing at the Poetry Out Loud […]
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Not again? The pressure is on the Boston Bruins with Game 7 at home against the rival Maple Leafs
By STEPHEN WHYNO AP Hockey Writer No team in the long histories of the NHL, NBA and Major League Baseball has blown a 3-1 lead and lost a best-of-seven series in back-to-back postseasons. The Boston Bruins have put themselves in that conversation. They will play a Game 7 on Saturday night (8 p.m. Eastern, ABC) […]
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Luxury Living Awaits: 15 Lewis Drive in Middletown hits the market for $3,775,000
Welcome to this week’s Featured Listing on WhatsUpNewp. This week, we visit 15 Lewis Drive in Middletown – a newly constructed custom smart home that transcends the ordinary and sets an apex standard for opulent living. In the heart of Middletown, Rhode Island, nestled amidst nearly two acres of serene landscape, Davies & Levy Custom […]
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On The Market: A look at this weekend’s Open Houses happening across Newport County
When a residential property hits the market, one of the go-to marketing strategies for allowing people to see the space is often an open house. Traditionally scheduled for weekends, open houses provide a casual opportunity for prospective buyers to explore a listed property without the need for an appointment. Open houses accommodate the schedules of […]
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Paving around Pell Bridge Ramps project to cause alternating lane closures at night through May 24
The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) has announced that drivers in the area of the Pell Bridge Ramps Phase 2 Project should expect alternating lane closures from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. through May 24 due to a paving project. The work will involve milling and repaving several roadway segments, including Route 138 east […]
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Aquidneck Land Trust announces Merritt Neighborhood Fund awardees
Aquidneck Land Trust has awarded eight grants totaling $10,000 to local community and neighborhood groups through its annual grant program, the Merritt Neighborhood Fund. Grant awards ranged from $450 to $2,200. Established in 1999 to honor the late Peter M. Merritt, the organization’s president emeritus, the Fund supports projects that strengthen community identity and character, […]