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Rhode Island’s musician community and all of Newport was reeling on Sunday when word spread that Malcolm ‘Mac’ Chrupcala, a long-time local musician, band leader and teacher had died. The following is his obituary via Memorial Funeral Home. Malcolm Warner “Mac” Chrupcala, 75, of Portsmouth died Saturday, November 26, 2016 at Brigham and Women’s Hospital […]

Massachusetts voters just voted against lifting the cap on the number of charter schools in the state. Rhode Island has debated similar issues. Those opposed to expansion of charter schools fear they will syphon money from public schools. Teachers’ unions also oppose charters, fearful of the loss of funds to public education and charter school […]

A Middletown woman claimed a $10,000 Daily Numbers win from the November 24th evening draw, according to the Rhode Island lottery. She wagered $1.00 on two four-digit straight bets and matched all four digits in the exact order they were drawn to win $5,000 on each.  She does not have any immediate plans for the […]

The Newport Police Department needs your help in identifying a suspect in a robbery that occurred at an unidentified business in Newport recently. Newport Police Need Your Help!!!!!! The Newport Police are seeking the identity of the person depicted in the photos below wearing the baseball style cap. He is a suspect in a Robbery […]

Rhode Island’s musician community and all of Newport was reeling on Sunday when word spread that Malcolm ‘Mac’ Chrupcala, a long-time local musician, band leader and teacher had died. Chrupcala, 75, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday night, according to family members. (Editor’s Note – An earlier version of this story stated Chrupcala was 65, that […]

We’ve learned that www.whatsuprhodeisland.com crashed on Sunday, November 27th after being attacked. We’re working on rebuilding and restoring the site asap, until then you will be forward to the “Rhode Island” section on www.whatsupnewp.com. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Discover the best activities, events and things to do in and around Newport, RI this weekend! Friday, November 25 9 a.m. – Black Friday & December 17th Trunk Show at lululemon Newport 1 p.m. – Holiday Reception at Silken Gallery at Corey Silken Photography 2 p.m. – Loving at Jane Pickens Theater 4 p.m. – The Newport Nutcracker at Rosecliff 4 p.m. […]

The Newport Harbor Illuminated Boat Parade returned on November 25th, more than a dozen boats traveled along the harbor and competed for best decorated in various categories. Hundreds of people lined Newport Harbor to watch the boats motor by and join in on the holiday spirit, here are some of our favorite public social media photos […]

Attorney General Peter F. Kilmartin has announced that Theodore Gathmann (age 20), of Roswell, GA, pleaded guilty before Superior Court Justice Stephen P. Nugent to one count of first degree child molestation.  Under the terms of the plea, Gathmann was sentenced to 25 years with 12 years to serve, ordered to undergo sex offender counseling, […]

Having ALS has been the toughest challenge of my life. It has literally taken most of the things that I used to consider the most important to me in life. It has taken my independence in every way imaginable. I can no longer walk, talk, or even go to the bathroom on my own. I […]

Welp, it’s here, the most anticipated drinking day of the year, Thanksgiving Eve. Tonight is the night where you have the opportunity to reconnect with old friends that are back in town for the long holiday weekend. {Editor’s Note:  Unlike the majority of Tyler’s editorials, this one is meant to be playful and fun. For […]

It’s officially the biggest drinking day of the year! How did this happen so fast? As the holiday’s approach we can’t be thankful enough for all the support we get from Beer Reps, and most importantly our regulars. Now that the summer is over we love seeing familiar faces. Yes, of course we appreciate the […]

A Bristol Man claimed a $10,000 “24 Karat Cash” Instant Ticket prize on Monday, November 21st and said he will put some of his winnings toward bills, according to the Rhode Island Lottery. The ticket was purchased at Charles 5 & 10 Store, located at 232 Broadway in Newport. The $10,000 winning ticket from Newport was part […]

Philanthropists Peter D. Kiernan and Eaddo Kiernan join MLK Community Center Executive Director Marilyn Warren has announced the challenge has been met: donors from across Newport County and beyond have given more than $58,000 to the Kiernan Challenge benefiting the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center. “It’s a great day to be a Newporter. Eaddo and […]

The Rhode Island Good Neighbor Energy Fund (GNEF) announces the kick-off to its 31st annual “Warm Thy Neighbor” campaign to help Rhode Island households in temporary crisis, and who have not qualified for federal and state assistance programs, with the payment of their energy bills.  At a kick-off event held this past Wednesday morning at […]

In a town known for grandiose mansions and elaborate architecture, two friends have teamed up to create a living space that stands in stark contrast with the monumental dwellings of Bellevue Avenue and Ocean Drive. Residents Andrew Croan and Sam Leuschner are building an 18’ x 8’ tiny house on a trailer on Butler Street, […]

Donald Trump has offered Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn (Retired), a Middletown, RI native, the job of national security adviser, multiple national sources are reporting. Besides growing up on Aquidneck Island, Flynn graduated from the University of Rhode Island with a Bachelor of Science degree in management science, commissioned a distinguished military graduate through Reserve Officers’ Training […]

Peter D. Kiernan and Eaddo Kiernan are raising the Kiernan Challenge Match to $50,000. Earlier this month, the Kiernans challenged Newport County to raise $25,000 to support the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center’s Hunger Services, and in just a few short weeks, residents answered the call, coming up with $25,199 at the time […]

Gustave White Sotheby’s International Realty has announced the sale of “Swinburne”, an in-town home located at 115 Pelham Street in Newport’s Historic Hill neighborhood.  The property sold on November 14th for $2,847,500. “Swinburne” is sited on a half-acre lot with a 4,653 square foot main house and also offers guest quarters above a two car garage and […]