Info & Photo via Salve Regina University Two Salve Regina University international students who managed to escape civil wars in their native countries of Syria and Nepal to pursue their academic dreams in the United States have been invited to testify at the United Nations about their personal life experiences. Sinan Zeino of Syria and […]
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Newport Hotel is a Nominee for ‘Best New Hotel’ in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards
As the year draws to a close, USA TODAY 10Best is looking for the best new hotels, restaurants and travel apps of 2015. While Newport didn’t have a new restaurant or new travel app land on the list, Gilded did catch the eye of 10Best editors and travel experts for Best New Hotel. Gilded, a recently […]
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2015 Veterans Day Deals, Discounts and Specials in and around Newport, RI
As Veterans Day approaches we will continually update this list as restaurant’s and companies announce their Veteran’s Day specials. Schedule Of Veterans Day Events In and Around Newport Applebee’s At participating Applebee’s on 11-11-2015, Veterans and Active Duty Military can select a free meal from a limited menu for Veteran’s Day. Provide proof of service […]
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Schedule Of Veterans Day Events In and Around Newport
Photo via 12 Meter Charters Veterans – Our relatives, friends, neighbors and co-workers who committed to a cause larger than their own and accepted the challenge to defend our Nation. On this Veterans Day and everyday, we salute our Veterans and extend our gratitude for their service, dedication and sacrifices. Here is a list of Veterans […]
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Morning News, Headlines and Notes (Nov. 11)
A roundup of today’s big stories that have to do with what’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport, RI… [the_ad_group id=”61″] The Latest Newport, RI Headlines One of the 1st African-American Marines honored posthumously (ABC6)New England long snapper Joe Cardona is a Patriot and a patriot (Wicked Local)RI gambling revenues outpacing projections (Projo) [wp-rss-aggregator]
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Foley’s On Broadway is Now Under Contract
What’sUpNewp has learned that Foley’s on Broadway, located at 105 Broadway, is now under contract. A binding contract has been signed, subject to meeting certain contingency conditions, and the seller wishes to solicit back-up offers. While the contract and sale could fall through, “Under Contract” means that the sellers have accepted an offer from a buyer, […]
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Justin Bieber Surprises Superfan from Portsmouth, RI on The Ellen DeGeneres Show
In case you didn’t know, it’s “Bieber Week” on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. DeGeneres and Bieber thought that this would be the perfect opportunity for Justin to surprise some of his biggest fans with tickets to the pop-stars upcoming show on Friday, November 13th. Among those that were surprised was Katelyn Turano from Portsmouth, RI. Turano […]
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Newport Morning News and Notes | October 10
A roundup of today’s big stories that have to do with what’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport, RI… Salve Regina University Football Will Play For New England Football Conference Championship: (What’sUpNewp) Newport Polo Names Most Improved and Sportsmanship Awards: Newport Polo is pleased to announced its 2015 Most Improved Player and … […]
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Newport Among ‘America’s Best Towns For The Holidays’
Photo: The Preservation Society of Newport County Travel + Leisure readers agree, Newport is among America’s Best Towns For The Holidays. In a story published on November 2nd, the list consisted of 25 towns and cities across the nation with Laguna Beach, California coming in at #25 and Aspen, Colorado taking the top spot. Where did […]
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The Chanler at Cliff Walk Rolls Out Christmas Package; Includes a Stay, Gourmet Meals and Holiday Gifts
The Chanler at Cliff Walk is offering a Christmas Package this holiday season which includes a two-night stay, seasonal gourmet meals and assorted holiday gifts. Home to 20 different room types, each themed after a different time period or architectural/decorative style, The Chanler at Cliff Walk allows guests to choose their guestroom as part of this holiday-themed […]
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Solarize Aquidneck Launches Island-Wide Solar Initiative, Hosts Community Workshops
On Thursday, November 12, Solarize Aquidneck will host a community workshop-‐Solar 101,for residents of Aquidneck Island interested in learning more about the advantages of solar installations on their homes and businesses. The workshop will be held at 7 p.m. at the Community College of Rhode Island, Newport Campus. Those who can’t attend the workshop can […]
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Randal Poirier, of Independence Financial Partners, is the 2015 Season Sponsor of Newport Nutcracker at Rosecliff
Randal Poirier, of Independence Financial Partners, is the 2015 Season Sponsor of Island Moving Co.’s magical Newport Nutcracker at Rosecliff. As the Season Sponsor of the production’s 14th season, Poirier will be treating clients and friends to a private performance of the ballet to celebrate the holidays. “I have long been a supporter of Island […]
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Morning News and Notes | November 9
A roundup of today’s big stories that have to do with what’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport, RI… WATCH: Newport Stone Carver Appears on ‘CBS Sunday Morning’ on November 8th: (What’sUpNewp) Va. man biking 4000 miles for homeless veterans: Rick Hart pedaled away from his hometown of Newport, R.I. 47 days ago […]
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WATCH: Newport Stone Carver Appears on ‘CBS Sunday Morning’ on November 8th
Nick and John Benson from the The John Stevens Shop, located at 29 Thames Street, appeared on CBS Sunday Morning on November 8th. CBS Sunday Morning Story – A Stone Carver’s Family Tradition Nick Benson’s handiwork can be seen across the country – his meticulous portfolio immortalized on headstones, war monuments and memorials. The stone carving […]
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12 Newport Stereotypes That Simply Aren’t True
People certainly have their preconceived thoughts and stereotypes of what Newport is like and what the people of Newport must be like. For example, when you google “Why is Rhode Island…” the first six answers that come up is boring, small, liberal, expensive, corrupt and haunted. We’ve all been asked by tourists, locals and everyone in between […]
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Quit Your Job, Buy A Business: 9 Newport Businesses That Can Be Yours
Looking to change things up career wise or invest your hard earned money into something in Newport, RI? Well you’re in luck, here’s a look at 9 businesses in or very near The City By The Sea that can be yours. Businesses For Sale In Newport, RI As of November 8, 2015 The information included has […]
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Newport Morning News and Notes | November 8
A roundup of today’s big stories that have to do with what’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport, RI… Five Fun Facts About Each of Newport’s Oldest and Most Historic Churches: (What’sUpNewp) Local Legend Claims One Of The Most Famous Questions in History Was Formulated at Sachuest Beach: (What’sUpNewp) Willy’s Burger Bar […]
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Willy’s Burger Bar and Rotisserie Is Up For Sale
Photos via RE/MAX Professionals of Newport Willy’s Burger Bar + Rotisserie, located at 599 Thames Street in Newport, is up for sale. The restaurant was put on the market on November 6th at $1.2 million and is being represented and marketed by The Fitzpatrick Team at RE/MAX Professionals of Newport. The purchase price includes the 100 seat […]
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Morning News and Notes | November 7
A roundup of today’s big stories that have to do with what’s happening, new and to do in and around Newport, RI… Countdown Has Begun, “26 Months Until Opening Night” at Opera House: (What’sUpNewp) Orange Leaf Closes Newport Location Permanently: (What’sUpNewp) Newport, RI’s Fairholme Mansion Returns to Market for $21 Million … (The Wall Street […]
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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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Orange Leaf Closes Newport Location Permanently
Orange Leaf, home to “America’s Frozen Yogurt”, has closed their location at 198 Thames Street in Newport. Orange Leaf has been serving frozen yogurt on Thames Street since July 28th, 2012. A sign on the door of their on November 6th stated that location has closed and to visit their other locations in Rhode Island. A message […]
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Countdown Has Begun, “26 Months Until Opening Night” at Opera House
The marquee on the outside of the Opera House Theater & Performance Center is touting quite the statement in Washington Square; “26 Months Until Opening Night”. According to the Opera House’s website, the completion of the restoration and renovation of the Opera House Theater & Performance Center is set for December of 2017, the theater’s 150th […]
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Sandywoods Center For The Arts Will Host Fourth Annual Free Thanksgiving Community Dinner
Photo credit: lubbockmissionchurch.org At 2 pm on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26, 2015, Sandywoods Center For The Arts in Tiverton, RI will host its fourth annual free Thanksgiving community dinner. The event is open to the public and they will be serving Turkey with the Fixings, and will also include a Vegetarian Main Course. Sandywoods invites […]
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Pell STEM Program Receives Legislative Support
Newport Representative Marvin L. Abney (D-District 73), visited the STEM Interventionists at the Claiborne Pell Elementary School this morning to present a Rhode Island Legislative Grant check to Ms. Mary Nordby and Mrs. Lori Delemos to support the STEM program. On hand for the check presentation were Newport Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain, Newport School Committee […]
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Cluny School Open House Set for Sunday November 8
Cluny School, located at 75 Brenton Road in Newport, will host an open house on Sunday, November 8, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Prospective parents and students will have the opportunity to tour the upper and lower school facilities and park-like campus, meet the principal and faculty, talk with current parents and students, and […]