Discover Newport in a press release on Thursday, March 2nd that they have been awarded first place (Gold winner) in the Destination Video category by the North American Travel Journalists Association (NATJA) in its 2016 NATJA Travel Media Awards Competition. The competition, now in its 25th year, honors the “best of the best” in travel media. “Submissions were […]
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Newly Formed Trust Will Bring Inspired Musicians to Pell Elementary School
In celebration of Music In Our Schools Month (MIOSM), Melinda and Peter Gerard announced in a press release on Friday, March 3rd the formation of the Loti Falk Gaffney Pell Elementary School Music Empowerment Trust also known as the Pell Inspiration Program (PIP), a program to introduce the students of Pell Elementary School to inspired […]
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Newport Storm Pint Nights Will Help Support 61st Newport Saint Patrick’s Day Parade
Newport Storm’s Spring Irish Red Ale has been welcomed back as the “Official Beer” of the 2017 Newport Saint Patrick’s Day Parade. 2017 marks the 61st annual parade, and the sixth time that Newport Storm Brewery has been given the honor. During the entire week leading up to the parade, Newport Storm hosts a pint […]
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Craft Beer Corner: Born to be Wild – Sours Are In at The Wharf Pub
One question we’ve been surprisingly asked a lot lately down here at The Wharf Pub is – “Do you have any sours on tap right now ?” Sours are huge right now in the Craft Beer industry. Sours are great beers for guests that are just being introduced to craft beer, also guests that normally […]
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25+ Things To Do This Weekend in Newport (March 3 – 5)
Discover what’s happening, new and to this weekend in Newport for events, activities and entertainment! You Might Also Like: Where to Find Live Music, Comedy and Entertainment in Newport This Weekend (March 3 – 5) Friday, March 3rd 3 p.m. – Family Friendly Fridays at Fab Newport 4 p.m. – Mother Goose at Rosecliff 4:30 p.m. & 7 p.m. […]
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Where to Find Live Music, Comedy and Entertainment in Newport This Weekend (March 3 – 5)
Looking for live music, karaoke, comedy, dj, dancing or any other fun form of entertainment this weekend in Newport? Here’s what’s happening, new and to do in and around the city! Newport Live Music & Entertainment Listings Those listings that include links are our proud sponsors and advertisers, they make these listings and what we […]
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Paine, Moroz Awarded US Sailing’s Rolex Yachtsman, Yachtswoman Of The Year Awards
Sailing’s diversity was celebrated today when Caleb Paine and Daniela Moroz were presented the US Sailing Rolex Yachtsman and Yachtswoman of the Year awards, respectively, at a luncheon in the Model Room of the New York Yacht Club in Manhattan. For the second consecutive year both Paine (26, San Diego), an Olympic medalist, and Moroz […]
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Senate President, Governor Discuss Rhode Island’s Promise Free College Proposal at Rogers High School
Senate President M. Teresa Paiva Weed joined Governor Gina M. Raimondo today at Rogers High School for an assembly with the school’s students, according to a press release from the State of Rhode Island General Assembly.The Senate President and Governor talked with the students about the importance of continuing their education after graduation and discussed […]
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Newport Jazz Festival Announces Third Wave of Artists, The Roots Will Headline Sunday
Producer/Founder George Wein and Artistic Director Christian McBride announce the third wave of artists for the 2017 Newport Jazz Festival® presented by Natixis Global Asset Management, which takes place at Fort Adams State Park and the International Tennis Hall of Fame at the Newport Casino August 4 – 6. Tickets are available atwww.newportjazzfest.org. “As […]
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Norman Bird Sanctuary Invites Children and Families to Meet a Unique Variety of Animals Up Close
Norman Bird Sanctuary invites children, families, and animal lovers for the special opportunity to meet a unique group of animals up close and personal on Sunday, March 5th, at the “Meet the Animal Ambassadors” public program. This one-of-a-kind program allows attendees of all ages to learn from, observe, and sometimes even touch fascinating live animals […]
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12 Open Houses on Aquidneck Island This Weekend (March 3 – 5)
Looking for a new home in Newport, Portsmouth or Middletown? Here’s what open houses are taking place in those communities this weekend. All links direct you to listing on RILiving.com; Open Houses in Newport This Weekend 90 THIRD ST – $385,000 – Open house on 3/5/2017 from 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM 3 La Salle PL – $410,000 […]
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Local Military Spouse is Named 2017 Armed Forces Insurance Navy Spouse of the Year
Joy Goodrich was selected as the Naval Station Newport Spouse of the Year® on February 13th and on February 24th she was named the branch winner for Navy Spouse of the Year®. One last vote will take place on March 2nd –– for 24 hours –– to name the overall Armed Forces Insurance Military Spouse […]
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Newport Art Museum Spotlights Creative Work of Newport County Students During Youth Art Month
March is National Youth Art Month, and each year the Newport Art Museum partners with the Rhode Island Art Education Association in spotlighting the creative work of Newport County students in its galleries. Over 100 pieces of student art work from public and private schools in Middletown, Newport, Portsmouth, Jamestown, Tiverton, and Little Compton will […]
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Obituary for Fernando Rego Fernandes, 88, Newport
Fernando Rego Fernandes, 88, of Newport died Wednesday, March 1, 2017 at Newport Hospital. He was the husband of Guiomar (Nunes) Fernandes. Born on March 7, 1928, in San Miguel, Portugal, he was the son of the late Francisco and Georgina (Cabral) Fernandes. Mr. Fernandes worked as a greens keeper for 42 years at Wanumetonomy […]
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Obituary for James Furtado, 59, Newport
James G. “Jake” Furtado, 59, of Newport, RI, died February 28, 2017 at home. Born May 12, 1957, Jimmy was the son of Alberta Furtado of Middletown and the late Francis Furtado. Following in the footsteps of his father and many uncles, Jimmy entered the construction business after his graduation from Middletown High School in […]
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Obituary for Martha Jane Braley, 78, Newport
Martha Jane (Todd) Braley, 78, of Leonard Terrace, Newport, RI, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, February 28, 2017. She was the wife of the late Roger L. Braley, Jr. Born in Tuscumbia, AL on September 15, 1938, she was the daughter of the late Fred W. and Leola W. (Willingham) Todd. Mrs. Braley […]
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Obituary for Ermelinda Amaral, 93
Ermelinda (Andrade) Amaral, 93, formerly of Newport, RI, died on Tuesday, February 28, 2017, at St. Elizabeth’s Manor, Bristol, RI. She was the wife of the late Jose Amaral. Born on November 1, 1923 in San Miguel, the Azores, she was the daughter of the late Jose Matias and Maria D’Conceicoa (Souza) Andrade. Mrs. Amaral […]
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Ben & Jerry’s on Thames Street will Participate in ‘Free Cone Day’ on April 4th
Ben & Jerry’s on Thames Street will celebrate Free Cone Day in the tastiest way possible….with free cups and cones of your favorite ice cream! On April 4th, between 12pm – 8pm, head to the Ben & Jerry’s at 359 Thames Street for your free cone or cup of ice cream, it’s Ben & Jerry’s […]
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Cluny School to Close After 60 Years (Updated)
Cluny School will close at the end of the 2016/2017 school year. School leaders informed the faculty and staff at 4 p.m., and parents at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday at the school’s campus located at 75 Brenton Road in Newport. “It is with a deep sadness that we announce the closure of Cluny School,” said […]
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RIDOT Beginning Demolition of the Old Sakonnet River Bridge
The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) announced in a press release that starting on Wednesday, March 1st it is beginning the process of removing the old Sakonnet River Bridge. The bridge was closed in 2012 with the opening of the new Sakonnet River Bridge. “We’re pleased to inform citizens on both sides of the […]
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Save The Date: 10 Great Events in Newport this March
Discover the best events, activities and things to do during March in and around Newport, RI. March is Newport Irish Heritage Month for a full list of events, activities and things to do, head here – Schedule Of Events: 40th Annual Newport Irish Heritage Month. (In chronological order) 1 – Newport-Kinsale Chef Exchange Kick-off – March 2nd: […]
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Portions Of RI Sound And Lower Narragansett Bay And Sakonnet River Closed To Shellfishing
The Rhode Island Departments of Environmental Management (DEM) and Health (RIDOH) has announced today via a press release that areas of Rhode Island Sound, lower Narragansett Bay south of the Newport Pell and Jamestown Verrazzano Bridges, and lower Sakonnet River will be closed to shellfish harvesting beginning at sunrise on Wednesday, March 1, until further […]
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Art After Dark at Newport Art Museum will go Beyond Architecture in March
The Newport Art Museum’s sparkling monthly late night affair Art After Dark is back onThursday, March 9, from 5 – 9 pm. Each Art After Dark has unique programming for the whole family. This event joins the ranks of the many events and educational programs the Museum currently offers in its galleries at 76 Bellevue Avenue, Newport. And the best news. Admission is free or by donation! So, reacquaint yourself with the Newport Art Museum. Details […]
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Obituary for Frederick M. Kelly
Frederick Mayer Kelly, 94, of Newport, RI, died Monday, February 27, 2017 at John Clarke Nursing Center in Middletown. He was the husband of the late Geraldine A. (Smith) Kelly. Born on July 22, 1922 in Providence, RI, he was the son of the late Thomas Raymond and Harriet Mary (Bacheller) Kelly. Mr. Kelly was […]
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Obituary for Sylvia Marie Craig, 58, Portsmouth
On Saturday, February 25, 2017, an earthly angel ascended to Heavenly Angel. Sylvia Marie Craig, 58, peacefully passed away, comforted by family and friends by her side, and enfolded in the loving prayers of those who loved her. Born May 22, 1958, at St Anne’s Hospital, Fall River, MA, a life-long resident of Portsmouth, RI, […]