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Lauramae Magnett, of 76 Broadway, Newport, RI passed away on Wednesday, August 30, 2017 at Newport Hosptial. She was the wife of the late James H. Magnett and the daughter of the late George W. French and Lauramae (Carpenter) Collier. Lauramae was born in Newport, RI on August 31, 1935. She was educated in the […]

Today’s Vitals Sunrise: 6:11 pmSunset: 7:21 pmLow Tide: 8:02 am & 9:41 pmHigh Tide: 2:47 am & 3:21 pmToday’s WX: Rain. Patchy fog. Low around 59. Northeast wind around 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New precipitation amounts of less than a tenth of an inch possible.Marine: NE winds 10 to 15 kt with gusts up to 25 kt. Waves […]

Bike Newport announced yesterday that all funds raised by the Bike Newport team in the annual Bike to the Beach ride this Saturday will be contributed to the medical and recovery expenses for 7-year-old Jayden Manuel Rodriguez. Jayden was critically injured while riding his bicycle last week in his Newport neighborhood. Visit Bike Newport’s Facebook page to […]

Daniel J. Leonard, 60 of Portsmouth, RI passed away unexpectedly on Sunday August 27, 2017. He was born in North Adams, MA on August 8, 1957, to Anna E. (Silvia) Leonard of Bristol, and the late Ronald S. Leonard. He graduated from Portsmouth High School and served in the US Navy. Dan has been employed […]

Clean Ocean Access (COA) has announced that Elena T. Kissel has joined their team as Director of Development. Elena will be guiding all fundraising initiatives and developing new relationships to build the visibility, impact, and financial resources for Clean Ocean Access. Elena comes to COA via New York City where she served as Director of […]

Lila Delman Real Estate International has announced the sale of 139 Seaside Drive in Jamestown for $1,195,000. In this transaction, Lila Delman Real Estate International was both the listing and In this transaction, Lila Delman Real Estate International was both the listing and the selling company. Nancy Cresser, Sales Associate, represented the seller and facilitated […]

Good Morning, Last night we wrapped up another summer season of sponsoring Laughter For Locals with The Bit Players at The Firehouse Theater. A big shoutout to everyone who came out and supported live local entertainment and this series this summer, look for more fun and entertaining events from us to be announced soon. Special […]

Manufacturing in Rhode Island is alive and well, but not the manufacturing from the days of our grandparents. Technology has changed how we do business today and how we live. Today’s manufacturing requires knowledge in technology, math, ladder logic, G-code, lean manufacturing principles and CAD programs. Manufacturing represents 15 percent of the state’s economy with […]

Cluny School and its surrounding property on Brendton Road was listed earlier today for $2.995 million. “Just over 8 acres of prime real estate in the Ocean Drive area of Newport. Formerly operated as the Cluny School this rare property contains several historic buildings from the Arthur Curtiss James Estate”, states the property listing details. “This […]

The Rhode Island Board of Elections held a hearing on Monday to review approximately 230 mail ballots from the Rhode Island Senate District 13 (Jamestown, Newport) race that held a Special Election on August 22nd. The Board requested a review because they had never seen so many mail ballots notarized by a single person, according to a press release from […]

Time for a part time gig, new full-time job or a new career? Start your job search right here on www.whatsupnewp.com, there are more than 100 businesses hiring right now in Newport. Featured Jobs Admiral Fitzroy Inn – Now Hiring: Admiral Fitzroy Inn – Overnight InnsitterAnnie’s – Experienced Short Order Cook – Immediate HireClassic Cruises of Newport – Front Desk […]

Leonard “Lenny” F. Harkin, Jr., 70, of Swansea, MA, formerly of Newport, RI passed away on Saturday, August 26, 2017 at Charlton Memorial Hospital in Fall River, MA after battling a long-term illness. Lenny was born on March 22, 1947 in Newport, RI. He was the son of the late Leonard F. Harkin and the […]

Discover what’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport this week. Monday, August 28th 4:45 pm & 7:30 pm – Wind River at Jane Pickens Theater 7:30 pm – Sucrée II: Seaside Garden Party at Rotunda Ballroom at Easton’s Beach 8 pm – Laughter For Locals with The Bit Players at The Firehouse […]

Good Morning, The final weekend of August is here, can you believe it? It’s hard to believe that September is around the corner. There’s plenty to be enjoyed in and around Newport County this weekend, enjoy! Note: Starting today, we’re attempting to put this info up on www.whatsupnewp.com just after midnight each night. We hope this pleases […]

Tony Mark Clarke, 55, of North Kingstown, formerly of Middletown and Newport, RI died unexpectedly Friday, August 25, 2017 in Newport. Mr. Clarke was born January 11, 1962 in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. He is the son of William Herman and the late Argenida Maria (Osorio) Clarke. The Clarke family settled in Middletown, RI in the […]

The 38th Annual Panerai Newport Classic Yacht Regatta presented by IYRS concluded in Newport today with R-Class Ruweida V, restored by IYRS students, as the overall winner. In addition, the winners of the North American Panerai Classic Yacht Challenge went to S&S Sonny in the Vintage Division and 12-Meter Valiant in the Grand Prix Division. The Challenge […]

Today’s Vitals Sunrise: 6:07 pmSunset: 7:26 pmLow Tide: 5:24 am & 6:05 pmHigh Tide: 12:21 am and 12:52 pmToday’s WX: Sunny, with a high near 74. North wind 6 to 8 mph becoming east in the afternoon. Marine: N winds around 5 kt, becoming E this afternoon. Waves 1 to 2 ft.Tonight’s WX: Mostly clear, with a low around 57. East […]

Good Morning, The final weekend of August is here, can you believe it? It’s hard to believe that September is around the corner. There’s plenty to be enjoyed in and around Newport County this weekend, enjoy! Note: Starting today, we’re attempting to put this info up on www.whatsupnewp.com just after midnight each night. We hope this […]

Newport Police Department has confirmed that at about 3:00 pm today, Newport Police and Newport Fire Department responded to Hillside Avenue for a report of a motor vehicle accident involving a bicycle. A 7-year-old local boy was treated by Newport Fire Department personnel and then transported by Life Flight to Rhode Island Hospital for treatment. […]

Good Morning, The final weekend of August is here, can you believe it? It’s hard to believe that September is around the corner. There’s plenty to be enjoyed in and around Newport County this weekend, enjoy!  Of note, we’re attempting to put this info up on www.whatsupnewp.com just after midnight each night. We hope this […]

Annette Marie Bosia 79, a longtime resident of Middletown, RI; has lost her battle of 8+ years with Alzheimer’s/Dementia on August 21, 2017. Annette was born February 14, 1938 in Newport, RI to the late Anna (Deluca Bosia) Shaffell and the late Jeffery Bosia.  While in school she was part of a group of girls […]

Naval Station Newport has announced it will host ‘Salute To Summer’, their annual free concert and fireworks show, on Saturday, August 26th at Dewey Field. The free event, which runs from 2 pm to 10:30 pm, will include live music, dance, food and drink concessions, a kids area and of course, a fireworks display. The event […]

Sheila Hayes Coughlin, 64, of Haverhill, MA, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 22, 2017 at High Pointe Hospice House from glioblastoma multiforme. Sheila was born in Manchester, NH and was raised in Newport, RI. She graduated from Rogers High School and received her associate’s degree from North Shore Community College and her bachelor’s degree […]