This statistic more than doubles the national trend of women owning businesses at approximately one-third the rate of men, or 22%. Rhode Island has approximately 105,000 small businesses (those with fewer than 500 employees); 90% have 10 or fewer employees; Nearly all are micro-businesses with just one person at the helm. This dovetails well with Rhode Island’s […]
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Conversation with Gov. Mckee: reflections on federal government cuts and their impact on Rhode Island; healthcare; and the budget
Governor Dan McKee lashes out on the uncertainties of policies and programs of the current administration in Washington, including his reflections on Elon Musk. The governor was appearing on WBLQ’s Morning Show with Frank Prosnitz. He was critical of federal program cuts, costing Rhode Island more than $30 million and 60 jobs, suggesting that there […]
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Newport School Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain joins WUN for Ask The Superintendent
Newport School Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain will join What’sUpNewp for her monthly one-on-one conversation on Wednesday, March 26, at 1:30 pm. Have a question for the Superintendent? Ask It Here.
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Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County welcomes new COO
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Newport County has a new Chief Operating Officer. Lauren Utschig steps into the role, bringing a wealth of experience in youth development, education, and behavioral health services. She’s no stranger to leadership, having held key positions with Boys & Girls Clubs, the YMCA, and other nonprofits. Joe Pratt, the […]
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Innovate Newport appoints Olya Myers as its new Community Manager
Today, the Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce announced the appointment of the newest member of their team, Olya Myers, as the Innovate Newport Community Manager. Innovate Newport, powered by the Chamber, is a leading coworking and innovation hub dedicated to fostering economic growth and innovation in the region. “The appointment of a full-time Community […]
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Tom Rush: Reflections of Bob Dylan; his newest album; and discovering new and talented singer/songwriters
Rolling Stone magazine credited legendary singer/songwriter Tom Rush with ushering in the era of the singer-songwriter. That was decades ago, and Tom is still at it, discovering new talent that he showcases on his Rockport Sundays, broadcast from his home in Southern Maine. We recently talked with Tom, reflecting on a career that spans more […]
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International Tennis Hall of Fame welcomes new additions to its Board of Governors
The International Tennis Hall of Fame has announced new additions to its Board of Governors for 2025, which includes three incoming Executive Board Members. Representing a wide array of industries, these individuals bring unique expertise, dedication for philanthropy and passion for the sport of tennis as the ITHF enters a new era of growth. “The […]
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Newport City Manager Colin Kennedy will join What’sUpNewp for a one-on-one conversation on Feb. 19
Newport City Manager Colin Kennedy will join What’sUpNewp for his next monthly live conversation, “Ask The City Manager,” on Wednesday, February 19, at 11 am. What questions do you have for the City Manager? Leave them below, and we’ll answer as many as possible during the live broadcast. During our 30-minute conversation, we’ll address various […]
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Black History Month – Dr. Harriet Alleyne Rice: A native Newport Black History heroine that is largely unknown in the city of her birth
The following was written for What’s Up Newp by Keith Stokes, Vice President of the 1696 Heritage Group. This story was originally published on Feb. 11 ,2021. A native Newport Black History heroine that is largely unknown in the city of her birth. Harriet Alleyne Rice was born to George and Lucinda Rice in 1866 in […]
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Listen: A conversation with Scott Wolf of Grow Smart, a leading advocate for responsible growth in R.I.
Grow Smart Rhode Island has been the leading organization in the state, advocating for affordable and workforce housing, walking cities, improved transportation, and responsible zoning. Scott Wolf, executive director of Grow Smart, joins us for this podcast. Scott talks about how Newport and Westerly, East Providence, and Woonsocket have been leaders in developing walkable communities, […]
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Significant voice for the homeless retires
For four decades, Russ Partridge has served the homeless community, from Crossroads in Providence to the WARM Center in Westerly, where he has been executive director for 17 years. He has earned a reputation statewide for the work he has done, the expertise he has shared, and as a voice for those silenced by poverty […]
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Ask the Superintendent: A live conversation with Colleen Burns Jermain (Jan. 29)
Newport Public Schools’ Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain will join What’sUpNewp for her next monthly live conversation, “Ask The Superintendent”, on Wednesday, January 29, at 1:30 pm. During our 30-minute conversation, we’ll address a variety of topics, ask various questions, and look for updates on ongoing issues. What questions do you have for the Superintendent? Leave […]
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Newport Hospital appoints Sarah Nekrasz as Chief Nursing Officer
Newport Hospital this week announced the appointment of Sarah Nekrasz, MSN, RN, BC, FPCC as the new Chief Nursing Officer (CNO). Sarah has been serving in this role on an interim basis since September 2024 and has been an integral part of the nursing team here at Newport Hospital for more than 26 years. “Over her decades […]
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Newport Gulls: Michael Falcone takes his talents to Europe
By Chuck Paiva, General Manager of Newport Gulls. This story originally appeared here. Long-time Newport Gulls Director of Baseball Operations, Michael Falcone, has moved on to an exciting new chapter in his career. Michael has taken his talents overseas to Belgium, where he will be working with RFC Liège, a professional football club in the […]
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Hinckley appoints Gavin McClintock as new CEO
Yacht maker Hinckley today announced that it has tapped Gavin McClintock as its new Chief Executive Officer. McClintock brings experience from his previous role as Chief Financial Officer at Safe Harbor Marinas and as the founder of marina group Tidekeeper. He’s now at the helm of the 95-year-old company. In his new position, McClintock plans […]
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Meet Amy Allen, the songwriter behind the music stuck in your head
By ELISE RYAN Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — Amy Allen might not yet be a household name, but her work lives in your brain rent-free. And it’s grabbed the attention of the Grammys. The 32-year-old songwriter has composed enduring hits with Halsey (“Without Me”), Selena Gomez (“Back to You”) and Tate McRae (“Greedy”). Her contributions to Harry Styles’ “Harry’s […]
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Ask the Superintendent: A live conversation with Colleen Burns Jermain (Dec. 18)
Newport Public Schools’ Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain will join What’sUpNewp for her next monthly live conversation, “Ask The Superintendent”, with What’sUpNewp on Wednesday, December 18, at 1:30 pm. During our 30-minute conversation, we’ll address various topics, ask various questions, and look for updates on ongoing issues. What questions do you have for the Superintendent? Leave […]
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Newport City Manager Colin Kennedy will join What’sUpNewp for a one-on-one conversation on Dec. 18
Newport City Manager Colin Kennedy will join What’sUpNewp for his next monthly live conversation with What’sUpNewp, “Ask The City Manager”, on Wednesday, December 18, at 10 am. During our 30-minute conversation, we’ll address various topics, ask various questions, and look for updates on ongoing issues. What questions do you have for the Superintendent? Leave them […]
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Charlie Holder reflects on his first two weeks as Newport’s Mayor
Newport Mayor Charlie Holder is setting a tone of collaboration and transparency as he begins his tenure leading the city council. In a one-on-one conversation with What’sUpNewp on December 12, Holder emphasized the importance of working together and maintaining open communication with residents. The newly elected mayor/council chair outlined his approach to chairing council meetings, […]
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Newport Mayor Charlie Holder to join What’sUpNewp for a live one-on-one conversation
Newport’s new Mayor Charlie Holder is kicking off his monthly Q&A series with What’sUpNewp, starting Thursday, December 12. This 30-minute live chat will begin at 10 a.m., the day after Holder’s first City Council meeting as Mayor/CouncilChair on December 11. Have a question for the Mayor? You can submit your questions below and tune in […]
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U.S. Naval War College bids farewell to Adm. Guillermo E. Barrera
Former Commander of the Colombian Navy Adm. Guillermo E. Barrera has retired as the first ever Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Distinguished International Fellow at the U.S. Naval War College (NWC) in Newport, Rhode Island, after 13 years of service. Selected in 2011, Barrera was the first of four international fellows chosen by the CNO […]
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Newport City Manager outlines next steps for approved $98.5 million bond; reasoning for new hires
Newport City Manager Colin Kennedy provided updates on the city’s plans following the approval of a $98.5 million bond measure and discussed recent staffing changes during his monthly interview with What’s Up Newp on Thursday, November 21. The bond measure, approved by voters on November 5, gives the city authority to sell bonds over the […]
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Ask The City Manager: A live conversation with Colin Kennedy (Nov. 21)
Newport City Manager Colin Kennedy will join What’sUpNewp for his next monthly live conversation with What’sUpNewp on Thursday, November 20, at 10 am. During our 30-minute conversation, we’ll address various topics, ask various questions, and look for updates on ongoing issues. What questions do you have for the Superintendent? Leave them below, and we’ll answer […]
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Ask the Superintendent: A live conversation with Colleen Burns Jermain (Nov. 20)
Newport Public Schools’ Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain will join What’sUpNewp for her next monthly live conversation with What’sUpNewp on Wednesday, November 20, at 1:30 pm. During our 30-minute conversation, we’ll address various topics, ask various questions, and look for updates on ongoing issues. What questions do you have for the Superintendent? Leave them below, and […]
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Preservation Society of Newport County gears up for holiday season with new offerings
The Preservation Society of Newport County is preparing for a bustling holiday season with a range of new offerings and ongoing projects. Trudy Coxe, President and CEO of the organization, shared details about upcoming events and initiatives in an interview with What’sUpNewp on Friday, November 1 The holiday festivities at Newport Mansions kick off on […]