Gerry Goldstein, a columnist for What’sUpNewp, has been writing about a variety of topics throughout 2022. In December, he wrote about the spelling and significance of Chanukah in the Jewish […]
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Concert highlights from 2022: Tedeschi Trucks Band, Newport Folk Festival, and more
It was a busy year for concerts in the New England area, with a wide range of musical acts performing at venues across the region. Of course, What’sUpNewp photographers were […]
Posted inNewport
Road Report: Schedule of lane closures and road construction projects (Dec. 31 – Jan. 7)
The following road and lane closure notices have been scheduled by the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) and Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA). All schedules are weather-dependent […]
Posted inCity & Government
New traffic signals, patterns coming to several intersections around the Pell Bridge Ramps project on Jan. 3
The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) has announced new traffic patterns at several intersections around the Pell Bridge Ramps project in Newport. These changes are set to take effect […]
Posted inWUN Social
Obituary: John J. Brennan
John Brennan’s remarkable life tells the story of Newport’s last 7 decades, of its proud Irish heritage, and about the self-made men and women – from Ireland and other countries […]
Posted inObituaries
Obituary: Katherine Pridgen
Katherine C. Pridgen of Portsmouth Rhode Island passed peacefully at home surrounded by her family on December 29, 2022. She was born in Torrington, Connecticut to Harry Clark and Leona […]
Posted inOpinion
Editorial Roundup: New England
Bangor Daily News. December 28, 2022. Editorial: Mainers gave us many reasons to be hopeful this year Over the course of the last year, we’ve written a lot about things […]
Posted inNews
Big winner in RI in 2022 – School building projects
After all the votes were counted in 2022, from the governor’s race to dog catcher (actually I don’t think anyone elects a dog catcher), the most impactful outcomes were likely […]
Posted inCity & Government
Charlotte and Liam lead the way as top baby names in Rhode Island in 2022
The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) has released a preliminary list of the most popular baby names in the state for 2022. For girls, the top names are Charlotte, […]
Posted inCity & Government
Three Rhode Island counties designated as ‘medium’, two as ‘high’ in weekly CDC COVID-19 report
The Rhode Island Department of Health has announced that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated the weekly COVID-19 community levels for the state’s counties. According to […]
Posted inCity & Government
Sea Wall Repair, Beach Facilities Plan on agenda for Newport Beach Commission Meeting
The Newport Beach Commission will be holding its first meeting of the year on January 4, 2023, at 5:00 PM at 35 Golden Hill Street. The agenda for the meeting […]
Posted inNewport
TSA’s 2022 Top 10 List of most unusual finds at airport security checkpoints includes incident involving a Rhode Island passenger
With the help of a Rhode Island man, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) made it into the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) annual Top 10 List of most unusual items […]
Posted inMassachusetts
Passenger caught with loaded gun at Boston Logan Airport checkpoint
BOSTON – Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers prevented a Massachusetts resident from carrying a loaded firearm onto an airplane on Wednesday, December 28 at Boston Logan International Airport (BOS). During […]
Posted inCity & Government
Preview: Jamestown Town Council to discuss budget and committee vacancies at Jan. 3 meeting
The Jamestown Town Council will be holding a meeting on Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at 5:30 PM at the Rosamond A. Tefft Council Chambers in Jamestown Town Hall. The meeting […]
Posted inCity & Government
Rhode Island’s new legislative session set to begin
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Improving Rhode Island’s educational system is a top priority for the governor and state legislative leaders as the General Assembly’s new session begins Tuesday. Leaders of […]
Posted inNewport
What’s Up Today: Friday, December 30
Good Morning! Today’s newsletter is 1,017 words — a wicked good 5-minute read. 🥾 The Department of Environmental Management and America’s State Parks are inviting everyone to start the new […]
Posted inSports
Providence defeats Butler 72-52
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Devin Carter’s 21 points helped Providence defeat Butler 72-52 on Thursday night. Carter had four steals for the Friars (11-3). Ed Croswell scored 15 points while going […]
Posted inObituaries
Obituary: Cynthia Louise Simmons
On December 28th, Cynthia Louise Simmons, beloved mother, sister, grandmother, friend, and wife passed away in her home surrounded by her family. She was the wife of Robert Hurley. Cindy […]
Posted inWUNE Social
Northwestern wins 5th straight, 63-58 over Brown
EVANSTON, Ill. (AP) — Chase Audige scored 24 points, Boo Buie added 15 points and Northwestern beat Brown 63-58 on Thursday for its fifth straight victory. Audige and Buie combined […]
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Recreational advisories lifted at several Rhode Island water bodies due to decreased Blue-Green Algae
The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) have recommended lifting the recreational advisories at Upper J.L. Curran Reservoir in Cranston, Wenscott […]
Posted inThings To Do
What’s Up This Weekend: Dec. 30 – Jan. 1
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do this weekend in and around Newport, Rhode Island. Friday, December 30 Things To Do Entertainment City & Government Saturday, December 31 Things […]
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Rhode Islanders invited to kick off the New Year with #FirstDayHike at Fort Wetherill State Park
PROVIDENCE, RI – The Department of Environmental Management (DEM) and America’s State Parks are inviting everyone to start the new year off enjoying time spent in nature, and tapping into the health benefits of being outdoors by joining a #FirstDayHike at Fort Wetherill State Park in Jamestown on Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023. First Day Hikes are part of a nationwide initiative led by America’s State Parks to encourage people to get outdoors. To make it easy, state parks from Maine to California – are offering free First Day Hikes on January 1. The guided hikes are led by park staff members and volunteers who have expert knowledge of their respective locales.
What: First Day Hike 2023
When: Sunday, Jan. 1, 10:00 AM-1:00 PM
Where: Fort Wetherill State Park, 3 Fort Wetherill Rd, Jamestown
Divisions of the DEM Natural Resources Bureau will be on hand offering information about agency programs and services. Leashed dogs are allowed if the leash is no longer than six feet. A local historian will be on site offering education about Fort Wetherill. Children must be always accompanied by an adult. The 1.2-mile walk is wheelchair-accessible and stroller-friendly. The walk will be held rain or shine, so DEM encourages participants to dress accordingly. The main entrance will be closed to vehicle traffic during the hike. Participants are encouraged to park alongside the south side of Fort Wetherill Road.
Fort Wetherill State Park, situated upon 100-foot-high granite cliffs across the water from Fort Adams State Park, is a former coastal defense battery and training camp. Known for its spectacular view of Newport Harbor and the East Passage of Narragansett Bay, Fort Wetherill has been a popular sight for viewing the numerous Tall Ship Events and America’s Cup Races. This walk is part of DEM’s Strategic Mission to promote and increase outdoor recreation in Rhode Island and is the seventh such event DEM has hosted. For more information on the First Day Hike, please visit the RI Parks website. For information on DEM programs and initiatives, visit www.dem.ri.gov.
The National Association of State Park Directors promotes and advocates for the state park systems across America in providing conservation and management of natural and cultural resources, quality outdoor recreation experiences, and connecting children and families to nature and the outdoors. With more than 6,800 park areas and visitation of 813 million people annually, the economic impact to local communities is estimated to exceed $20 billion each year. America’s State Parks is an alliance of state park systems in all 50 states.
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Posted inObituaries
Obituary: Jean R. Wilson
Jean R. Wilson, 74 of Newport, RI, passed away December 29, 2022. She was born in Baltimore, MD on September 22, 1948. She was the daughter of the late Jacob […]
Posted inNewport
Rhode Island General Assembly convenes for 2023 Session on Jan. 3
The General Assembly of Rhode Island will convene for its 2023 session on Tuesday, January 3. The House of Representatives is scheduled to meet at 4 p.m. in the House […]
Posted inCity & Government
Rhode Island reaches settlement with voting machine vendor over primary election errors
The Rhode Island Department of State has reached a settlement with voting machine vendor Election Systems and Software (ES&S) following programming errors that were discovered during the 2022 primary election. […]
