If donning a pair of gloves and a trash grabber and guiding volunteers through a coastal cleanup sounds enticing, then becoming a Beach Captain might be in your future! Save The Bay has announced a series of Beach Captain training to teach reliable, responsible volunteers the safety and data collection protocols needed to lead an […]
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What’sUpNewp and The JPT to host a Jaws Summer Party on August 31
Following on the heels of two-sold-out “Jaws Summer Party” events in July, What’sUpNewp and The JPT Film & Event Center are proud to announce that we’ll host one more Jaws Summer Party before this summer comes to an end. Our third Jaws Summer Party will take place on August 31, hope to see you there! […]
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Serious, tight racing at the 12 Metre World Championship
After participating in a morning parade around Newport Harbor that was punctuated by cannon salutes from yacht clubs and other prime waterfront viewing spots, ten historic 12 Metres moved on to Rhode Island Sound for Saturday’s final race of the 12 Metre World Championship. To be named the World Champions at the end of the day, […]
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Obituary: Gail W. Allen
A brilliant mind, a force of nature, a woman of impeccable style; Gail Allen passed away on August 1st, 2023. Gail was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan on June 19th, 1952. She married her late husband, Guy Allen, on June 17th, 1978. Guy was in the US Navy, stationed in Newport, RI. and developed an […]
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What’s Up in Newport Today: Sunday, August 6
Good Morning! Today is Sunday, August 6. Today’s newsletter is 941 words, approximately a 5-minute read. 🎵 A sold-out crowd for Day 2 of the 2023 Newport Jazz Festival was served some of the best music anywhere on the planet. From a Coltrane-inspired set from legend Charles Lloyd to the high-energy antics of jazz and […]
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Gulls are Championship bound after 16-6 victory vs Westerners
In an impressive display of skill and teamwork, the Newport Gulls emerged victorious over the Danbury Westerners with a resounding score of 16-6. The win secured their spot in the highly anticipated Fay Vincent Cup, where they will face off against the Bristol Blues tomorrow night at Cardines Field to begin the best-of-three series. Before […]
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Brandon Belt hit a solo homer and added a go-ahead single in Toronto’s 5-4 win over Boston
By KEN POWTAK Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — Brandon Belt hit a solo homer over the Green Monster and had a go-ahead single, George Springer went 4 for 4 and the Toronto Blue Jays held off the Boston Red Sox 5-4 on Saturday for the second straight day after losing their first seven against them […]
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What’s Up in Newport Today: Saturday, August 5
Good Morning! Today is Saturday, August 5. Today’s newsletter is 1,070 words, approximately a 5-minute read. 🎺 The 2023 Newport Jazz Festival kicked off on Friday, August 4, playing to a near-sellout crowd comprised of the youngest jazz festival audience in recent memory. What brought the younger crowd to Fort Adams? A slew of contemporary […]
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Letter: Thanks to all who made ‘Music In The Park’ a success
On behalf of the Middletown Outreach Department, I want to express many thanks to all who made the “Music In The Park” series at Paradise Valley Park a success. The Department of Public Works Director Bob Hanley and staff who supported the events each week, Middletown Police Department for directing traffic and maintaining safety, Operations […]
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Obituary: Marie Zeigler
Marie Zeigler, age 98, a long-time resident of Newport, RI passed away peacefully in New London, CT on July 24, 2023, surrounded by family. Prior to her passing, she was the matriarch of 5 generations. Marie was predeceased by her former husband, Charlie Zeigler Sr; sons, Charlie Zeigler Jr., and Alphonso Zeigler. She is survived […]
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Obituary: Thomas Henry Matthews
Thomas Henry Matthews, of Middletown, RI passed away on August 2, 2023, at the Village House Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Newport, RI. Thomas was born and raised in Newport, RI to the late Lyle Edward and Hannah (Waldron) Matthews. He attended Newport Public Schools, graduating from Rogers High School in 1962. Thomas was blessed […]
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What’s Up in Newport Today: Friday, August 4
Good Morning! Today is Friday, August 4. Today’s newsletter is 1,751 words, approximately a 8-minute read. ⚾ The Newport Gulls emerged victorious in game one of the semifinals, 11-6 against the Danbury Westerners on Thursday night at Cardines Field. The series will continue on this evening when Newport travels to Rogers Park in Danbury, Connecticut for game […]
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What’s On The Agenda: Newport City Council Meeting on Aug. 9
Newport City Council will host its next Regular Council Meeting on Wednesday, August 9 at 6:30 pm at Innovate Newport. The meeting is open to the public. CITY OF NEWPORT DOCKET FOR THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING AUGUST 9, 2023 The following items of business, filed with the City Clerk under the Rules of the […]
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RI Department of State reminds voters of upcoming registration, disaffiliation deadlines
Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and the RI Department of State Elections Division are today reminding eligible voters of important deadlines for the special elections being held this fall. There are special elections for Congressional District 1, State Senate District 1, Cranston City Council (Ward 6), and Foster Town Council this fall. The primary […]
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US expands curfews for asylum-seeking families to 13 cities as an alternative to detention
By ELLIOT SPAGAT Associated Press SAN DIEGO (AP) — U.S. authorities are sharply expanding the reach of curfews for the heads of asylum-seeking families while they wait for initial screenings after crossing the border, signaling they are comfortable with early results of what is intended as an alternative to detention. The curfews began in May […]
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Gulls take 1-0 series lead vs Westerners
The Newport Gulls emerged victorious in game one of the semifinals, 11-6 against the Danbury Westerners on Thursday night at Cardines Field. Box Score Newport got the scoring started in a big way in the bottom of the second inning. Kolby Branch (University of Georgia) started things off with a single and later scored on a Billy Butler […]
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Newport International Boat Show announces an expanded slate of new boater education programs
The 52nd annual Newport International Boat Show presented by BankNewport announced today that it will include a wide variety of new and exciting educational activities for attendees and boating enthusiasts to enjoy. This year’s Show will take place September 14 through 17, 2023, at the Newport Yachting Center in downtown Newport. New for 2023 is Take […]
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WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Stephen Casey, Democratic Candidate for Congressional District 1
Stephen Casey, a Democratic Candidate for Rhode Island’s Congressional District 1, joined What’sUpNewp for a live virtual video conversation at 2 pm on Thursday, August 3, 2023. During the interview, we learn more about Stephen, find out why he’s running in this special election, and discuss what he believes sets him apart from his opponents. […]
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Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival tickets are now on sale
Tickets for the 18th Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival Presented by J.P. Morgan Wealth Management, scheduled for Sept. 22-24 at Rosecliff, are now on sale to the general public. Closed since January 2 while undergoing an extensive restoration, Rosecliff will host 21 seated tasting seminars featuring fine wines and other beverages from around […]
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What’s Up in Newport Today: Thursday, August 3
Good Morning! Today is Thursday, August 3. Today’s newsletter is 1,294 words, approximately a 7-minute read. 👏 The Newport Gulls advanced to the second round of the NECBL playoffs after a winner-take-all victory, 7-1 against the Ocean State Waves on Wednesday night at Cardines Field. 🗳️ We wrap up our conversations with candidates for Rhode Island’s 1st […]
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Obituary: Beatrice E. ‘Bea’ Monroe
Our dear mother Beatrice E. “Bea” (Marques) Monroe sadly passed away peacefully July 17, 2023 at the Newport HospitalShe was very loved and will be sadly missed. She was the 11th child of the late John and Bertha (Chenette) Marques. She had many hard times as a child but never complained. Bea and her late […]
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Obituary: John Nestel, Jr.
John Nestel, Jr., 56, father to his beloved daughter, Abigail Nestel, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 27, 2023, as a result of a tragic kayaking accident. John (Johnny) was born on March 17, 1967, in New York City, to parents John Nestel and Joan (Steinhardt) Nestel. John spent his elementary and middle school years […]
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Gulls advance to second round of playoffs with 7-1 victory over Waves
The Newport Gulls advanced to the second round of the NECBL playoffs after a winner-take-all victory, 7-1 against the Ocean State Waves on Wednesday night at Cardines Field. Box Score The Gulls were the first on the board after an RBI single by Matthew Schark (University of Southern Illinois) which scored Luke Beckstein (Northeastern University) who reached on a […]
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Obituary: Patricia “Patsy” F. Davis
Patricia “Patsy” Frances (McGinn) Davis, 83, of Newport, RI, passed away on Monday, July 31, 2023 in Newport, RI surrounded by family after a long journey with cancer. Patsy was born on August 16, 1939 to Leo and Irene (King) McGinn in Providence, RI. Patsy was the oldest of six siblings. She was the beloved […]
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Obituary: Leo G. Keefe
Leo G. Keefe, of Middletown, RI, passed away at the Royal Middletown, on July 27, 2023. He was 97 years old and former resident of Forest Farm in Middletown. Born August 7, 1925 in Boston, MA, he was a son of the late Frank J. Keefe and Mary F. (Roberts) Keefe. He was a veteran […]