Washington Square and Long Wharf Mall each welcomed new neighbors over the last few days. Sephora Sephora hosted Grand Opening at their new location at 49 Long Wharf Mall on Friday, doors opened at 10 am. Sephora’s regular hours will be open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through […]
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UPDATE: Sephora Will Open Store in Downtown Newport on May 20th
This story was originally published on December 8, 2015. What’sUpNewp has learned that International beauty and cosmetic giant Sephora will open a store in Newport, RI in 2016. The store will host a Grand Opening on Friday, May 20th at their new location at 49 Long Wharf Mall. Sephora will be open 10 a.m. to […]
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Give Old Denim a New Purpose by Upcycling at Laura Jean’s Denim Drive
Laura Jean Denim is holding a denim drive Wednesday, May 25 through Wednesday, June 15 that will upcycle donated jeans into housing insulation. Participants that donate at least one pair of used jeans will receive a coupon for $20 off a new pair of jeans. All donated denim will be upcycled into UltraTouch™ Denim Insulation as […]
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GQ Magazine: Everything You Need to Know About Nautical Style, From John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline Kennedy
In a feature called “TBT, a look back at the epic style moves from decades past,” GQ Magazine has paid tribute to the style of John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline Kennedy. Particularly they look back to September of 1962 when the power couple was sailing aboard the USS Joseph P. Kennedy Jr. in Newport, Rhode Island during […]
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Water Brothers Will Close Retail Brick-And-Mortar Store
After more than 40 years, Owner and Operator Sid Abruzzi has made the difficult decision to close his brick-and-mortar Water Brothers retail store. Sid Abruzzi will join me on The Open Forum on WADK 1540 AM today at 1:30 p.m. to discuss this news. Listen at 1540 AM, online on wadk.com, on the Tune-In Radio […]
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UPDATE: lululemon Pop-Up Shop Will Open on May 20th
{Photo by Marial Maher/Visual Manor} This story was originally published on February 22, 2016. After a successful Summer of 2015 at 106 William Street, lululemon athletica will once again return to Newport, RI and open up a Pop-Up Shop for the Summer of 2016 At the end of last season and before the lululemon athletic Pop-Up Shop […]
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FatFace Will Open Store in Newport, RI
FatFace, a UK based company that specializes in lifestyle clothing and accessories, is coming to Newport, RI. What’sUpNewp has confirmed that FatFace will open at 172 Thames Street, formerly operated as A Christmas To Remember and Potter & Co. Jack Wills, another British Company, was located right next door to their new home and just […]
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Jack Wills Closes Store in Newport
Jack Wills, the British-based retailer offering trendy takes on classic fashions for men & women, has closed it’s store located at 170 Thames Street in Newport, RI. The final day for the Thames Street store and only Jack Wills location in Rhode Island was Thursday, March 3rd. Jack Wills opened in Newport in 2011. Jack Wills […]
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Green Envy, Newport’s Favorite Eco-Boutique, Will Morph Into New Entity
After over 8 years in business Newport’s favorite Eco-Boutique is morphing into an exciting new entity. Green Envy will move to the internet where customers can shop for all the best sellers and more at www.GreenEnvyShop.com. The shop will also travel throughout Rhode Island and New England to exhibit at Fairs and Festivals. “Newport has […]
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Portsmouth, RI Fashion Designer Recently Presented Runway Show in New York Fashion Week
Chaz Aracil, recent Rhode Island School of Design Alumni and Portsmouth local, had his first large-scale presentation in New York City which took place on Tuesday February 16tth. The emerging designer showcased his talents with Art Hearts Fashion at the Angel Orensanz Foundation. What’sUpNewp first wrote about this back on July 23rd – Portsmouth, RI Fashion Designer […]
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Op-Ed: Sales Tax Holiday Would Be A ‘Victory Day’ for Rhode Island Taxpayers and Small Businesses
The following Op-Ed was written by Rep. Deborah Ruggiero (D-Dist. 74, Jamestown, Middletown), Deputy Majority Leader. Small business is the lifeblood of Rhode Island economy. We have over 95,000 small businesses, and they employ our friends and families. Their success directly impacts the livelihoods of those families as well as our state’s economy in payroll taxes […]
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On The Move: Keeping Track of What Newport Businesses Are Opening, Closing and Relocating
It’s been a busy start to the new year for new and old Newport businesses, many are moving, some have retired and there’s a few new spots that you should know about. Without further ado, here’s a round-up of what’s new or happening around town since January 1st, 2016. We’ll keep this list going as more information […]
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Laura Jean Denim Will Host Annual Denim Sale From January 29 – 31
Laura Jean Denim will host their annual denim sale starting Friday, Jan. 29 through Sunday, Jan. 31. Popular denim brands like AG Adriano Goldschmied, FRAME, and MOTHER will be marked down to $50, $75, or $100. The annual sale will also include discounts on cashmere sweaters, cold weather accessories, jewelry and more. “If you’ve ever […]
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Portsmouth, RI Fashion Designer to Show in New York Fashion Week
Chaz Aracil, recent Rhode Island School of Design Alumni and Portsmouth local will showcase at Art Hearts Fashion at New York Fashion Week. The presentation takes place in New York City this upcoming February at the Angel Orensanz Foundation. New York Fashion Week is a semi-annual series of events where fashion collections are shown to […]
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Sephora is Now Hiring For New Newport, RI Location
Sephora is now hiring for their new location in Newport, RI at 49 Long Wharf Mall that is expected to open this spring. What’sUpNewp was the first to bring you the news that Sephora would open in Newport, RI back on December 8, 2015. The company is currently hiring for 11 different positions for their […]
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SUNDAY GALLERY SUNDAY, a New Monthly Gallery Day, Will be Unveiled This Sunday
SUNDAY GALLERY SUNDAY was realized amongst a group of like-minded gallery owners and operators in Newport after attending several opening receptions and arts-oriented gatherings together in the fall of 2015. The creators of this new event series will bring artists, artisans and art enthusiasts together while infusing the community with art, art viewing and education […]
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Two Yoga Studios Will Come Together in One Space in Portsmouth
On January 1, two separate yoga studios will come together in one space. Mahatma Yoga Studio will open a Vinyasa studio within the converted barn space, presently a home to Tenth Gate Yoga Studio at 1046 East Main Road, Portsmouth. Mahatma will offer its own brand of Vinyasa flow based classes. Heated, Slow Flow, non-heated, and […]
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12 New or Improved Businesses We’re Looking Forward to Embracing in 2016
There are a lot of updates, upgrades and openings of new businesses that we should be looking forward to in 2016, and these are just the changes that we know about! With a few bigger commercial spaces available around Newport, we look forward to seeing what new ventures come to town. 1 – Cafe Zelda It […]
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Three Newport Businesses Team Up To Open Shunya Studio in Portsmouth
Portsmouth, RI will soon welcome a new place for yoga, pilates, skin care, shopping and more! Shunya Studio will open its doors at Clock Tower Square to the yoga community at their grand opening on Saturday, January 30th (Facebook Event) The blessing of the new space is free, open to the public and will include […]
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10 Popular or Long-Time Businesses We Said Goodbye To in 2015
These 10 long-time, popular, hip, cool and/or established businesses will certainly be missed moving in 2016 and for many years to come here in Newport, RI. We did not include Rhumbline or Cafe Zelda, both restaurants will open under new ownership but with the same name. It is unknown what the immediate future looks like for Teas […]
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What’s Open, Closed and Happening On Christmas Eve in Newport
Looking to do some last minute shopping or for a place to grab a bite? Here’s what’s up! Merry Christmas Eve! THINGS TO KNOW Midtown Oyster Bar is offering free gift wrapping from 11am until 5pm today. Grab a drink or lunch and have all those gifts wrapped.Newport Skating Center is closed today due to […]
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New Tenant Found to Fill Former Tropical Gangsters Space on Thames Street
After 35 years, the owners of Tropical Gangsters retired and closed their Thames Street store forever on November 15th, 2015. What’sUpNewp has learned that Rochelle’s of Newport will move from 433 Thames Street to fill some of the space left empty by Tropical Gangsters at 375 Thames Street in early 2016. It is unknown who will fill the […]
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Look Your Best at Newport Holiday Parties!
photography by Visual Manor make-up by Kristen Blanchette It’s the time of year when party invitations start pouring in and the stress of balancing work and play is at it’s ultimate high! Hairstylist Kelsey Morgan has some quick tips for the all the hardworking ladies that attend cocktail soirees’ immediately after work. For holiday parties immediately after […]
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Brick Alley Pub Will Host Local Artists and Artisans on Sunday
Brick Alley Pub will once again be hosting their annual “Holiday Pop-Up at the Pub” store. Taking place upstairs on Sunday, December 20 from 12pm-4pm, the Holiday Pop-Up will feature a number of Newport’s finest local artists and artisans. This event is a great opportunity to discover and shop from local vendors who may not […]
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Casting Call for Holiday Hair
Photographer Marial Maher (via Visual Manor) is hosting an online casting call for young men and women between the ages of 18 and 35 in the Rhode Island area. The online casting is to find optimistic models (absolutely no experience necessary) to collaborate for a collection of photographs showcasing ‘holiday hair’ by Kelsey Morgan (via Curl Up […]