Hannah Jane Baker Daly, 34, of Portsmouth, RI, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday December 12, 2021, at home. Hannah was born in Providence to Susan Baker Daly and William Daly on May 20, 1987. Hannah attended St. Philomena School, Portsmouth High School and School One in Providence. She later received her GED along with a citation for outstanding achievement as a result of her high examination […]
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What’s Up This Weekend: Brunch with Santa, Cruise with Santa, A Rough Point Holiday, and more
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport this weekend. This story may be updated as we learn about additional events or listings. Have an event you’d like to see added to this list or a future list? Add it to our event calendar. Note: An event or performance may change at any […]
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Best local spots for last-minute holiday shopping
Need some last-minute holiday shopping ideas that support local businesses? We’ve got you covered. Check out this list of local spots where you’ll find plenty of items and gift certificates for everyone on your holiday shopping list. With most businesses now set up with online stores, shopping local is easier and more convenient than ever. […]
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Adoptable Pet of the Week: Stella
Meet your new best friend, Stella – this week’s Adoptable Pet of the Week! The Potter League for Animals says Stella is a 10-year old female domestic shorthair. Stella. Photo courtesy of Potter League For Animals Here’s what Potter League for Animals has to say about Stella; Stella is a gorgeous and velvety soft senior […]
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RI Executive Climate Change Coordinating Council will meet in Newport on Thursday
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) has announced that the next public meeting of the RI Executive Climate Change Coordinating Council (EC4) will be held in Newport on Thursday, December, 16, 1-2:30 PM at Innovate Newport. The EC4 assesses, integrates, and coordinates climate change efforts across state agencies to reduce emissions, strengthen the […]
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Senate President Ruggerio, Senator Euer honored by the Humane Society
The Humane Society of the United States honored two members of the Rhode Island Senate this week. Senate President Dominick J. Ruggerio (D-Dist. 4, North Providence, Providence) and Sen. Dawn Euer (D-Dist. 13, Newport, Jamestown) received the Humane State Legislator Award, which is given annually to lawmakers “who are breaking new ground for animal welfare,” […]
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Legislative Survey: Rep. Deb Ruggiero, D-Dist. 74, Middletown, Jamestown
WhatsUpNewp reached out to Newport County legislators to get their perspective on where we have been and what they hope to achieve in this next legislative session. Rep. Deb Ruggiero, D-Dist. 74, is the second legislator to reply. Representative Ruggiero chairs the House Committee on Innovation, Internet, and Technology. She also chairs the Coastal Resource […]
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Video: Governor McKee, RIDOH announce actions to address an increase in COVID-19 cases
Governor Dan McKee and Rhode Island Department of Health Director Nicole Alexander-Scott, MD, MPH today announced “a comprehensive set of actions to address an increase in COVID-19 cases and alleviate pressure on our hospital system while at the same time keeping schools open for in-person learning and preventing economic disruptions to small businesses”. Press Release Governor McKee’s office released […]
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Obituary: John M. Joseph
John M. Joseph, 80, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, passed away on December 10, 2021 at Newport Hospital.John was born in Nutley, NJ, to Charles and Catherine (Pilcz) Joseph. John graduated from Pompton Lakes, NJ High School class of 1959. He was a salesman/manager at Gelman’s Department Store in Pompton Lakes for many years. John served […]
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Obituary: Edward Coll
Edward Coll, 64, of Portsmouth, RI, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family on December 14, 2021. Ed was born in New York City, the son of Edward and Ann (O’Brien) Coll. He was the husband of Julia (DiValentino) Coll. After graduating from the U.S Merchant Marine Academy at King’s Point, he received […]
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Obituary: Joanne Peckham
Joanne Peckham, 69, passed away on December 3, 2021. Joanne was born in Newport to James and Laura Peckham. Joanne is survived by her daughter Gina M. Peckham, her sister Patricia Marshall of Tiverton and Liz Peckham of Pawtucket, her brother James Peckham of Portsmouth, grandchildren Ryan, Bryannah and Jayme Peckham. A memorial service will […]
Posted inPeople & Profiles
Will tourism rebound in 2022; Discover Newport’s Evan Smith joins WUN for a live interview on Wednesday
No industry has suffered more than tourism during the pandemic, and no community in Rhode Island is more reliant upon tourism than Newport. Evan Smith, executive director of Discover Newport, joins What’s Up Newp for a live virtual video interview at 2 pm tomorrow (Wednesday) to look back at 2021 and to look ahead to next […]
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WUN-ON-ONE: Councilor Ceglie joins WUN for monthly live interview on Wednesday
Update – Since publishing this, the Mayor’s office has made us aware that Lynn Underwood Ceglie, Vice-Chair and At-Large Councilor, will be filling in for Mayor Napolitano. Newport Vice-Chair, At-Large Councilor Lynn Underwood Ceglie, on the heels of a divisive City Council meeting over North End zoning, joins What’s Up Newp for a live virtual […]
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Governor McKee, RIDOH to announce ‘Comprehensive Actions’ to address the increase in COVID-19 Cases on Wednesday
Governor Dan McKee and Rhode Island Department of Health Director Nicole Alexander-Scott, MD, MPH today announced that they will announce a comprehensive set of actions to address an increase in COVID-19 cases and alleviate pressure on our hospital system while at the same time keeping schools open for in-person learning and preventing economic disruptions to small businesses. The press briefing […]
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Obituary: Catherine Mureddu
Catherine Mary Mureddu, 96, of Newport, passed away at home on December 6, 2021. She was the daughter of Mary (Castellano) and Anthony Mureddu. Catherine was a lifelong Newporter who enjoyed spending her winters in Florida. She was graduate of St. Catherine Academy and the Newport Hospital School of Nursing. As a registered nurse, she […]
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Obituary: Anita Oliver
Anita J. Oliver, age 58, of Portsmouth, RI passed away on December 12, 2021 surrounded by loving and dear friends. Anita was born in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada on March 10, 1963. Anita earned her Bachelor’s degree in Commerce from the University of Alberta and her MBA from the University of Texas at Dallas. Anita grew […]
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What’s Up This Week: It’s A Wonderful Life, Candy Cane Express, Santa Cruise, and more
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport this week. This story may be updated as we learn about additional events or listings. Have an event you’d like to see added to this list or a future list? Add it to our event calendar. Note: An event or performance may change at any […]
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Gerry Goldstein: A dark portrait in a bright season of the year
The Sig Sauer SP2022, a 9mm pistol, is not a Christmas image that comes easily to mind, especially as a gift from parents to an emotionally volatile 15-year-old. But it’s perversely coincidental that the one used Nov. 30 to murder four Michigan teenagers is made of polymer, the same substance used to fashion many of the […]
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Sen. DiPalma, Rep. Cortvriend honored for legislation protecting families with disabled parents
Rep. Terri Cortvriend and Sen. Louis DiPalma have been named 2021 Legislative Champions by the Rhode Island Coalition for Children and Families for their sponsorship of the Preservation of Families with Disabled Parents Act, which became law this year. The new law (2021-S 0056, 2021-H 5394) protects children who have parents with disabilities by establishing procedural […]
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Cold War Veterans now eligible for property tax relief
The City of Newport today announced that Newport homeowners who served in the military during the Cold War period from 1947 until 1991 are now eligible to qualify for property tax relief through the Rhode Island Veteran’s Exemption. This provision, which was passed by the General Assembly early this year, also includes the widow/widower of […]
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Obituary: Alice Haas
Alice Haas of Middletown, RI passed away peacefully at her home with her family by her side on December 12, 2021. She was the loving wife of the late Gerald “Jerry” Haas. Alice was the youngest of twelve children born to the late Antonio and Mary Silveira. When Alice was young she worked at the […]
Posted inFood & Drink
Tiny Kitchen Magic: Mac and Cheese
Ok, let’s start this off with a hot take. Macaroni and chees do not belong in an oven. Ever. I believe doing this to such an amazing dish is a crime against humanity. Do you like soggy, dry bricks of pasta? No? Then do not bake your mac and cheese. There’s no reason to cook […]
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Obituary: Gerald Dupont O’Connell
Gerald O’Connell, 83, of Bristol, Rhode Island, passed away on Tuesday, December 7, 2021, At Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston.He was the beloved husband of Carol (Graeber) O’Connell for 60 years. Gerald was born October 13, 1938, in Salem, MA, and raised in Marblehead, MA. He attended St. John’s Preparatory School in Danvers, MA […]
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Obituary: Michael C. Connery
Michael Christopher Connery, age 39, of Tiverton, RI, passed away unexpectedly on December 7, 2021. He was the devoted father of Steven Michael Connery. Michael was born in Newport to Sandra (Perrotti) Connery and the late Steven Charles Connery. He grew up in a loving family alongside his younger sister and older brother. Mike’s early […]
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Obituary: James E. Peckham
Newport, RI – James E. Peckham, 91, of 325 Broadway, Newport, RI, died Tuesday, February 16, 2010 at Newport Hospital, Newport, RI. He was the beloved husband of the late Laura Wadsworth Peckham. Born in Boston, MA on May 28, 1918, he was the son of the late Reginald E. and Nellie OBrien Peckham.Mr. Peckham […]