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Jamestown’s McKensie Lennon recognized by Lasell University for outstanding collaboration

by Ryan Belmore January 26, 2023January 26, 2023

McKensie Lennon, a Lasell University student from Jamestown, Rhode Island, has been recognized by the institution for outstanding collaboration in the fall 2022 semester in their Field Intervention Strategies course, […]

Posted inNews

Home on Decatur Avenue in Jamestown sells for $2.2 million

by Ryan Belmore September 23, 2022September 23, 2022

 Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty today announced that the East Passage home at 34 Decatur Avenue has sold for $2,200,000.  Nicole Carstensen, a Sales Associate of Mott & Chace […]

Posted inArts & Entertainment

Fiber Artists Kate Barber and Wendy Mueller to Exhibit at the Jamestown Arts Center

by Community Submission August 26, 2022August 26, 2022

By Jamestown Arts Center The work of artists Kate Barber and Wendy Mueller tell a love story with materiality, texture, shape, and color in a new exhibition opening September 8 […]

Posted inNews

Jamestown creates scholarship in memory of slave family it sold

by The Associated Press June 16, 2022June 18, 2022

JAMESTOWN, R.I. (AP) — A Rhode Island town has created a scholarship fund and will fly the Juneteenth flag to recognize and begin atoning for its role in the slave […]

Posted inThings To Do

Public invited to tour Jamestown Community Farm on June 15

by Ryan Belmore June 7, 2022June 7, 2022

Eastern Rhode Island Conservation District (ERICD) this week announced that it will host a public farm tour of Jamestown Community Farm on June 15 at 5:30 PM. The free tour is open […]

Posted inBusiness, Things To Do

Jamestown Newport Ferry has launched for the season

by Ryan Belmore May 18, 2022May 19, 2022

Jamestown Newport Ferry has kicked off its Hop-On Hop-Off season, just in time to transport folks from Jamestown to Newport’s Oyster & Chowder Festival, held at Bowen’s Wharf in Newport, […]

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Alex Finkelman announces candidacy for State Representative in District 74 (Jamestown, Middletown)

by Ryan Belmore April 13, 2022April 13, 2022

Jamestown resident Alex Finkelman today announced his candidacy for State Representative in District 74, seeking to represent Jamestown and parts of Middletown. In a press release, Finkelman touted his small […]

Posted inArts & Entertainment

Jamestown Arts Center to host a film screening of ‘To Which We Belong’

by Ryan Belmore and What's Up Newp April 11, 2022April 11, 2022

With quiet courage, the farmers and ranchers featured in the award-winning documentary To Which We Belong are improving the health of our soil and sea to save their livelihoods—and our […]

Posted inArts & Entertainment

Jamestown Arts Center announces artists selected for upcoming exhibition RAW: Reassessment and Wonder

by What's Up Newp February 8, 2022February 9, 2022

Jamestown, R.I. February 8, 2022—In times of turmoil, art and artists facilitate the process of individual and collective healing. This catharsis is reflected in the work of ten artists selected […]

Posted inCity & Government

Rep. Ruggiero bill aims to expand broadband availability, affordability

by What's Up Newp February 8, 2022February 9, 2022

Press release provided by the Legislative Press and Public Information Bureau With Rhode Island poised to receive over $200 million in federal funding for broadband expansion, House Innovation, Internet & […]

Posted inBusiness, News

TPG Hotels, Resorts & Marina acquires Conanicut Marina and Taylor Point Boat Yard

by Ryan Belmore January 3, 2022January 4, 2022

TPG Hotels, Resorts & Marinas today announced the acquisition of Conanicut Marina and the Taylor Point Boat Yard, both located in Jamestown, RI.  “Conanicut Marina and Taylor Point Boatyard are […]

Posted inArts & Entertainment, Style & Shop

Annual Holiday Arts Market returns to the Jamestown Arts Center December 10 – 11

by Ryan Belmore December 1, 2021December 1, 2021

The Jamestown Arts Center is getting festive with the return of the annual Holiday Arts Market and a new community project on the interactive outdoor mural wall. Celebrate the holidays […]

Posted inThings To Do

Public invited to Slave History Medallion Celebration in Jamestown on Saturday

by Community Submission May 21, 2021May 20, 2021

By Rhode Island Slave History Medallions The Rhode Island Slave History Medallions (RISHM) welcomes the public to celebrate the newly installed slave history marker at East Ferry Wharf in Jamestown. An […]

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Beavertail Lighthouse, Watch Hill Lighthouse are being given away for free

by Ryan Belmore May 13, 2021May 14, 2021

Ever wanted to own a lighthouse? Well if you are an eligible entity here’s your chance. The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) recently issued a Notice of Availability for the Beavertail […]

Posted inArts & Entertainment

Contemporary African art exhibition to open at Jamestown Arts Center

by What's Up Newp May 3, 2021May 3, 2021

An exhibition of contemporary African art by Frédéric Bruly Bouabré and Aboudia, curated by Ethan Cohen, opens at the Jamestown Arts Center May 8 through June 26, 2021. African Avant-Garde: […]

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10 Newport County Open Houses to check out this weekend (March 5 – 7)

by Ryan Belmore March 5, 2021March 22, 2021

WUN’s Tyler Bernadyn, a licensed realtor with the Fitzpatrick Team at RE/Max Newport gives us 10 open houses to check out this weekend in Newport County. If you are interested […]

Posted inArts & Entertainment

Spacing Out(side): Jamestown Arts Center seeking sculpture and installation proposals for new outdoor exhibition

by What's Up Newp March 2, 2021March 3, 2021

The Jamestown Arts Center is seeking sculpture and installation proposals for an outdoor exhibition from late June through October 2021.   Entitled Spacing Out(side), this outdoor exhibition will relate to the […]

Posted inArts & Entertainment

Jamestown Arts Center will kick off the new year with a new exhibition, outdoor art, and two virtual JAC Talks

by What's Up Newp December 21, 2020December 21, 2020

The Jamestown Arts Center today announced that it will kick off the New Year with a new exhibition, outdoor art and two virtual JAC Talks. Here are the event details; […]

Posted inFood & Drink

Simpatico will offer free lunch to Jamestown residents in need

by What's Up Newp March 21, 2020March 21, 2020

Pictured: Simpatico Owner and General Manager Amy Barclay and her late husband, Ben, who passed away last year after battling cancer. Amy Barclay, Owner and General Manager of Simpatico on […]

Posted inArts & Entertainment, News

The Jamestown Arts Center announces artworks selected for the Outdoor Arts Experience 2020

by What's Up Newp February 12, 2020February 12, 2020

In a press release sent today, the Jamestown Arts Center (JAC) announced the artists selected to exhibit in its upcoming Outdoor Arts Experience (OAE) exhibition, opening late June 2020.  In […]

Posted inThings To Do

What’s Up This Weekend: 30+ things to do, live music and entertainment listings

by Ryan Belmore November 10, 2019November 10, 2019

Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport, Jamestown, Middletown, and Portsmouth this weekend, enjoy! Friday, November 8th Things To Do Newport Restaurant Week throughout Newport and […]

Posted inNews

Screening of ‘Second Chance Cafe’ coming to the Jamestown Arts Center

by What's Up Newp November 9, 2019November 9, 2019

The Jamestown Arts Center (JAC) announces film Screening of South County Filmmakers’ latest short film  – Second Chance Cafe. The Second Chance Cafe tells the story of the stressed life […]

Posted inThings To Do

What’s Up This Week: 40+ things to do, live music and entertainment listings

by Ryan Belmore October 21, 2019October 21, 2019

Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport, Jamestown, Middletown, and Portsmouth this week and weekend, enjoy! Cruise Ship Schedule Friday (Oct. 25) – Start Pride […]

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