The Newport County Chamber of Commerce hosted a press conference on Wednesday, November 25th at Perrotti Park in Newport to promote and expand the “Think Local” initiative and kick off the “Holidays by the Sea” campaign which will run from Friday, November 27th through Thursday, December 31st. Participating retailers will be offering special discounts and […]
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UPDATE: After 35 Years, Tropical Gangsters Has Permanently Closed
After 35 years, the owners of Tropical Gangsters are retiring and their Thames Street store will soon close. While there has not been a definitive closing date set for the women’s clothing, shoes and accessories store, the space is available for lease through Hogan Associates Real Estate and there are huge sales happening in both […]
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Bowen’s Wharf to Host Holiday Block Party and Christmas Tree Lighting
All photos by Trixie Wadson/Bowen’s Wharf This year’s countdown to Christmas kicks off November 27 with a wharf-wide Holiday Block Party (Facebook Event) and boat parade. The waterfront at Bowen’s Wharf offers exceptional views of the City of Newport’s Illuminated Boat Parade starting at 6:15pm. The Bowen’s Wharf unique boutiques and restaurants will be offering […]
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5 Long-Time Newport Businesses We Have To Say Goodbye To In December
What a year it’s been for changes around Newport! Someone recently said that there’s a starting point and end point for everything in life – “businesses don’t stay open forever anymore”, and plenty of businesses chose 2015 to be the year they signed off for good. Over the last 12 – 14 months, we’ve said […]
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Two Newport Yoga Businesses Join Together in Unique Collaboration
What’sUpNewp was the first to bring you the news on August 30th when we shared that Thames Street Yoga and Long Time Sun Apparel were moving in together. Here’s an update on the collaboration; Thames Street Yoga, a vinyasa yoga studio on lower Thames and Long Time Sun a yoga lifestyle boutique located just off […]
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Marc Allen Fine Clothiers to Host Child & Family Holiday Shopping Event
Marc Allen Fine Clothiers will host a holiday shopping event to benefit local non-profit, Child & Family. The shop, which opened its doors for business in April, has quickly become the top shop for exclusive luxury brands and custom-made men’s clothes in Newport. From November 17th-21st, 25 percent from every sale will be donated to […]
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Life is Good Founders Will Visit Newport During First-Ever ‘Nationwide Optimism Tour’
Life is Good Founders are hitting the road on their first-ever Nationwide Optimism Tour and they’re coming to Newport. The tour will bring the owners of the optimistic lifestyle brand to the Life Is Good Newport Store, one of the very first stores to carry Life is Good, on November 6th from 5 p.m. to […]
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Anne Jenkins Gone Wild on Lower Thames
Ten Pounds of Feathers designer, Anne Jenkins has officially opened her month long pop-up at 491 Thames Street, Newport, RI. To celebrate, Jenkins and photographer Visual Manor teamed up to shoot an editorial look-book exclusively for WhatsUpNewp.com! The store is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 12 pm – 5 pm, or by appointment only! The editorial showcases […]
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Ten Pounds of Feathers Designer Plans To Expand
When an artist invites you to their personal studio or workshop, it’s an offer you should never refuse. It allows outsiders a chance to see where the magic (product) is made, watch the artist in action and possibly walk away with a personal gift. Anne Jenkins, an original native of Newport, attended Parsons School of Design for fashion […]
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Newporter Olivia Linn Explores Fort Adams and Defends Her “Joke Job”
“All we knew is that in order to get access to the inside of Fort Adams, we needed to look for a guy named Ray. We pulled up the parking lot and asked this charming man if he knew Ray. He said, ‘Yeah, I know em‘ and he proceeded to give us his number. The […]
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Spa Aficionados From Across New England are Coming to Newport to Visit The Bodhi Spa
Spa aficionados from across the region are coming to Newport to visit The Bodhi Spa, New England’s premiere Hydrotherapy Day Spa. With more than 3,000-square-feet of serenity, the bodhi spa features a therapeutic ‘Water Journey’ including access to restorative mineral-infused hot baths, a stimulating cold-plunge pool, curative full-spectrum infrared sauna, detoxifying traditional sauna, a soothing aromatherapy steam […]
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Style Newport has Been Named a 2015 Martha Stewart American Made Style Finalist
Each year, Martha Stewart and the editors at Martha Stewart Living honor makers, small-business owners, and creative entrepreneurs in the fields of crafts, design, food, and style. These makers are recognized for their dedication to creating beautiful, quality products and building successful business and communities. Style Newport, located on the corner of Franklin Street and […]
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Newport Antique Collector Steve Maher Offers Affordable Prices
After spending decades as a general contractor, building establishments like The Red Parrott and The Pelham, Newport antique collector Steve Maher spends his senior lifestyle bring the past back to life. Most of his antiques are collected at yard and estate sales or older homes. Steve spends extra time to refurbish and restore old furniture in […]
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PHOTOS: Former Miss Universe Olivia Culpo’s Photo Shoot in Newport, RI
Former Miss Rhode Island, Miss USA and Miss Universe Olivia Culpo and Imperial Pearl, the largest independent pearl company in America, were in Newport, RI this week for a photo shoot. The 2016 Imperial lifestyle shoot with Culpo was at least partially shot at Wyndham Estate, the estate of BENRUS CEO Giovanni Feroce. From Golden-Age of Cinematic […]
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Shore Soap Co. Outdoor Shower Hop
It’s a common occurrence in Newport, the good ‘ol “pool hop”; the act of jumping in the neighbor’s pool while no-one is home! We didn’t think we could find anything more exciting until Shore Soap Co. introduced us to the “shower hop”. (We are by no means encouraging trespassing, but we like fantasizing on this idea!) Model and […]
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A Labor Day Sale to Keep You in the Water
Take advantage of September! The out-of-towners are (almost) gone, the streets are clear, the 30-minute wait at Diego’s has receded, and most importantly the beaches are less crowed. The cherry on that tourism cake is that the water is still WARM! Swing by The New England Harbour Club this weekend and grab some board shorts, […]
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Egg & Dart Announces Closure, Will Reopen as Pretty Young Things
Egg & Dart has announced that as of August 31st they would no longer be operating under that name at 57 America’s Cup Avenue. Painter Chris Wyllie and designer Kristen Coates have collaborated to bring Egg & Dart, an eclectic collection of art and home décor, to Bowen’s Wharf on America’s Cup Avenue for the last few years. […]
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Thames Street Yoga and Long Time Sun Apparel Are Moving in Together
Thames Street Yoga will be joining Long Time Sun Apparel at 198 Thames Street , beginning this fall. While Thames Street Yoga’s space at 580 Thames Street (Wellington Square) will close, their practice and kula will continue at their new location. Move date & new schedule is to be determined. Thames Street Yoga and Long […]
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Lou Lou’s Decor Will Move From Portsmouth to Newport
Lou Lou’s Decor, a boutique of fine furnishings and home accessories, will soon move from Clock Tower Square in Portsmouth to Bellevue Avenue in Newport, RI. Before moving into their new home in The City By The Sea adjacent to the International tennis Hall Of Fame & Museum, Lou Lou’s will have a moving sale August […]
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The 15 Best Newport Instagrammers
Let’s face it, most of our daily lives are just not interesting enough to warrant flocks of followers anticipating our every post but here are some Newport Instagramers whose feeds are much cooler than yours. *Editor’s Note: Although Instagram users like @DscvrNewport and @IgersNewport are fun to follow, we tried to include Newport users that post […]
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Let’s Keep It A Secret: Beautiful Places For The Ultimate Seaside Soak
During the summer months it’s a harsh reality for Newport – that local beaches, especially Easton’s and Sachuest are flooded with tourists and notably the red tide. Any other beachside option for a good swim are either private or parking is impossible. If you don’t need to kick your feet up on a sandy shoreline, […]
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Country Star Jerrod Niemann Tips His Hat to Newport Folk Festival in New Song, ‘Blue Bandana’
Country star Jerrod Niemann recently released a new single titled “Blue Bandana“, not only has the single had the biggest impact on Niemann’s career but it also includes an ode to Newport and the Newport Folk Festival. Lyrics from the song include “She’s my Bonnaroo baby, she’s Coachella crazy, She’ll be folkin’ out in Newport, You’ve […]
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6 Best Places for Oysters in Newport
Photo: Midtown Oyster Bar Oysters – they’re filter-feeders, bottom-dwellers, and just downright delicious. The What’sUpNewp Crew has got the lowdown on the top six oyster joints close to home and how much dough you should bring when you go. 1. Benjamin’s Old Benny’s never failed us before and they continue to knock our socks off every summer. […]
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In Photos: Day 3 of 2015 Newport Jazz Festival
The 2015 Newport Jazz Festival wrapped up on Sunday, August 2nd, here’s a look at some of our favorite moments [Best_Wordpress_Gallery id=”8″ gal_title=”2015 Newport Jazz Festival Day 3″] The 2016 Newport Jazz Festival is scheduled for July 29, 30 and 21st!
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Newport Among Top 8 ‘Beach Towns To Explore On Foot’
Huffington Post has consulted with Redfin real estate agents and looked at Walk Score data to find the best beach towns that can be explored on foot. Among those making the 8 best beach towns to explore by floor is Lahaina, Hawaii; Seaside, Oregon; Ocean City, New Jersey; Long Beach, New York; Newport, Rhode Island; Coronado, California; Fort Lauderdale, Florida and Santa Cruz, California […]