Each Friday, we are excited to present a lineup of Open Houses happening in Newport County. This weekend there is a diverse selection of available properties, with 35 homes opening their doors for public tours. Whether you’re searching for a single-family home, a luxury condominium, or a multi-family residence, our showcase has something for every […]
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Naval War College Foundation appoints Cathleen Coyle as Chief Development Officer
The Naval War College Foundation (NWCF) has recently made an exciting addition to its leadership team with the appointment of Cathleen Coyle as the organization’s Chief Development Officer. Coyle will be collaborating closely with CAPT George E. Lang, Jr., USN (Ret.), the President and Chief Executive Officer, to expand the Foundation’s influence across the nation […]
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Concert Photos: The Beach Boys bring ‘Fun, Fun, Fun’ to PPAC
An enthusiastic crowd greeted “America’s Band,” when the Beach Boys brought some “Good Vibrations” to the Providence Performing Arts Center on Thursday, November 16. The iconic band rocked two solid sets of classic hits, including “Surfin’ USA,” “I Get Around,” “God Only Knows,” and “California Girls.” The Beach Boys at PPAC (Photo: Rick Farrell)The Beach […]
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The Burbankrose Guesthouse on Memorial Boulevard sells for $1.475 million
Hogan Associates today announced the November 16, 2023 sale of The Burbankrose Guesthouse at 111 Memorial Boulevard West in Newport. The prominent 1780-built property, which was most recently used as an established guesthouse, sold for $1,475,000. Tom Rao of Hogan Associates | Christie’s International Real Estate represented the Seller, according to Hogan Associates. The buyer […]
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Seals—and Save The Bay Seal Tours—return to Newport
By Save The Bay On November 18, a Save The Bay education vessel will depart from Perrotti Park, marking the organization’s 23rd seal tour season in the “City by the Sea.” Between November and April, the environmental nonprofit organization will run one-hour Seal Tours, and two-hour Seal and Lighthouse tours, complete with expert narration by […]
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Newport Police reports for Nov. 16 – 17
Here’s a look at the Newport Police Department arrest and dispatch logs for Thursday, November 16 through 7 am on Friday, November 17, 2023. What’sUpNewp has edited the arrest log to withhold home address information. All persons arrested or cited are presumed innocent until convicted in a court of law. ARREST LOG At 3:28 am on […]
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Maine lobsterman jumps from boat to help rescue a driver from a car submerged in a bay
PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — A lobsterman in Maine jumped from a boat into the water to help save a driver trapped in a sinking car, police said. The car drove into Casco Bay shortly after noon on Thursday, according to police in Portland, Maine. Police and fire crews were able to force entry into the […]
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Where refugees in Rhode Island are arriving from
During the past five decades, the U.S. has resettled over 3 million refugees, making it one of the leading countries for finding new homes for people fleeing violence, persecution, and war. In 2021, then-President Donald Trump lowered the annual cap of refugees that could be admitted into the country to 15,000. Even as the Biden […]
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Congressman Amo: Office is open and ready to serve
Following his swearing-in on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives earlier this week, Congressman Gabe Amo (RI-01) addressed his colleagues, highlighting his inspiration for service to the people of the First Congressional District. Congressman Amo on Thursday announced that his Rhode Island and Washington, D.C. offices are now open for constituent services. Amo also announced […]
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What’s Up in Newport: Friday, November 17
Good Friday Morning. A long-standing tradition, 53 years to be exact, Christmas in Newport is eager to get the celebrations started early this year and is doing so at the Santa Magic event at the Shops on Long Wharf on Saturday, November 25. Read More → The 53rd Annual Christmas In Newport starts the celebrations early The Alliance […]
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Owusu-Anane’s 16 lead Brown over Rhode Island College 92-51
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Nana Owusu-Anane had 16 points in Brown’s 92-51 win against Rhode Island College on Thursday night. Owusu-Anane also added five rebounds for the Bears (1-3). Aaron Cooley scored 15 points, shooting 5 for 7, including 4 for 5 from beyond the arc. Kimo Ferrari shot 3 for 4 from beyond the […]
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Landrum scores 19 in Boston University’s 95-79 victory over Bryant
BOSTON (AP) — Otto Landrum scored 19 points as Boston University beat Bryant 95-79 on Thursday night. Landrum added seven rebounds for the Terriers (1-3). Kyrone Alexander scored 17 points while going 4 of 11 from the floor, including 3 for 5 from 3-point range, and 6 for 8 from the line. Ben Palacios shot […]
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Patriots will come out of their bye week with an eye on the future for Bill Belichick and Mac Jones
For now, the New England Patriots need to figure out who will play quarterback when they return from the bye week. Long term, they have even bigger problems. With the team on track to miss the playoffs for the third time in four seasons since Tom Brady defected to Tampa Bay, Bill Belichick’s job is […]
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The 53rd Annual Christmas In Newport starts the celebrations early
A long-standing tradition, 53 years to be exact, Christmas in Newport is eager to get the celebrations started early this year and is doing so at the Santa Magic event at the Shops on Long Wharf on Saturday, November 25 at 4 pm. This free community event will feature visits with Santa, kids’ crafts, music, […]
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Massachusetts resident admits to participating in a bank fraud scheme targeting a Portsmouth senior
PROVIDENCE, RI – A Worcester, MA, resident appeared in federal court in Providence on Wednesday, November 15, and admitted to participating in a fraud scheme that, among other things, intended to defraud a Portsmouth, RI, senior of $7,500, announced United States Attorney Zachary A. Cunha. Fangzhou Qian, 29, admitted to being a member of a […]
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Governor McKee highlights construction progress on Revolution Wind – Rhode Island and Connecticut’s first utility-scale offshore wind farm
Joint venture partners Ørsted and Eversource are accelerating the full scope of construction of Revolution Wind and joined Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee and local leaders today at the Quonset Business Park to check on the progress of this first utility-scale offshore wind project for Rhode Island and Connecticut. State, business, community and union labor […]
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30+ local artists support Save The Bay in the 2023 Artists for The Bay Sale
Just in time for the holiday season, Save The Bay’s Artists for The Bay Sale is now open and will run through December 31. In celebration of the beauty of Narragansett Bay, and in support of the nonprofit organization’s mission to protect and improve it, more than 30 local artists have committed to contributing 25 […]
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What’s Up this weekend in Newport: Nov. 17 – 19
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport, Rhode Island this weekend, Friday, November 17 through Sunday, November 19, 2023. Stories Related To This Weekend Friday, November 17 Things To Do 1:15 pm & 3:15 pm: Fall Lighthouse Cruises with Coastal Queen Cruises 3:30 pm: Making Magical Holiday Decor with a […]
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Senator DiPalma honored by HARI with 2023 Francis R. Dietz Award for Public Service
Senate Finance Committee Chairman Louis P. DiPalma has been honored by the Hospital Association of Rhode Island (HARI) with the 2023 Francis R. Dietz Award for Public Service at HARI’s annual meeting that was held on November 15 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Warwick. Chairman DiPalma was recognized for his leadership on securing funding […]
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Newport Police reports for Nov. 15 – 16
Here’s a look at the Newport Police Department arrest and dispatch logs for Wednesday, November 15 through 7 am on Thursday, November 16, 2023. What’sUpNewp has edited the arrest log to withhold home address information. All persons arrested or cited are presumed innocent until convicted in a court of law. ARREST LOG At 12:54 pm on […]
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What’s Up in Newport: Thursday, November 16
Good Thursday Morning. 🆕 For Russ Partridge, executive director of Westerly’s WARM Center and Wakefield’s Welcome House, two emergency and transitional housing shelters, the phone rings three to four times a day from individuals and families facing homelessness. WUN’s Frank Prosnitz with the story → As temperatures drop, demand for emergency shelters skyrocket. ⛵ One of […]
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As temperatures drop, demand for emergency shelters skyrocket
For Russ Partridge, executive director of Westerly’s WARM Center and Wakefield’s Welcome House, two emergency and transitional housing shelters, the phone rings three to four times a day from individuals and families facing homelessness. It may be a family – like the other day – whose landlord has told them he would be raising the […]
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Derrick White, Jayson Tatum lead short-handed Celtics over 76ers in matchup of East leaders
By KEVIN COONEY Associated Press PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Derrick White scored 14 of his 27 points in the fourth quarter to lead the Boston Celtics to a 117-107 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night in a matchup of the early pacesetters in the Eastern Conference. Jayson Tatum scored a game-high 29 points and […]
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Threatened strike by 12,500 janitors in Massachusetts and Rhode Island averted after deal is struck
BOSTON (AP) — A threatened strike by 12,500 janitors in Massachusetts and Rhode Island was averted Wednesday when the union representing the contracted cleaners reached a tentative agreement with an association of the region’s largest cleaning contractors. The agreement offers the janitors wage increases of around 20 percent over the course of a four-year contract, […]
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Sweet Remi seeks a home of her own
Meet your new best friend, Remi – this week’s adoptable dog of the week! Remi, a 1-year-old female mixed breed, is available for adoption at the Potter League for Animals in Middletown. “Remi is a sweet young dog, still learning her way in the world. She is super affectionate, and she’s not stingy with her […]