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How to better experience an Art Museum

by Jan Brogan February 3, 2023February 6, 2023

Dead winter. Even when it’s not snowing or gray and rainy, it’s still cold. Perfect art museum weather.  Maybe you think you don’t like art museums.  Maybe you feel like […]

Posted inNewport

The Ocean Race: Differing views

by The Ocean Race February 3, 2023February 3, 2023

Credit to GUYOT environnement – Team Europe who have regained the lead on the race tracker as well as their position as the most southerly boat in the fleet. In […]

Posted inFood & Drink

15 cozy places to eat and drink in Newport

by Sarah McClutchy February 2, 2023February 2, 2023

When it’s cold in Newport, sometimes you just need to go somewhere cozy. Whether you’re catching up with old friends during a holiday break, enjoying dinner out with visiting family members, or […]

Posted inNewport

WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Newport Mayor Xay Khamsyvoravong

by Ryan Belmore February 1, 2023February 1, 2023

What’s the latest with the Pell Bridge Ramps project? Is school regionalization between Newport and Middletown still being discussed? What are members of Newport City Council focusing on and what […]

Posted inNews

This Day in RI History: January 17, 1942 – Coldest temperature ever recorded in Rhode Island

by Ken Abrams January 17, 2023January 17, 2023

Yes, we’ve had a few cold days lately, but nothing like the frigid air we saw 81 years ago today. On January 17, 1942, the temperature reached -28°F in Richmond, […]

Posted inArts & Culture

43 famous actresses from Rhode Island

by Ryan Belmore January 8, 2023January 8, 2023

Anyone who wants to admire and envy the world’s biggest stars needs only to look on Instagram. From A-list movie stars and major musicians to pro ball players and comedians […]

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31 famous actors from Rhode Island

by Ryan Belmore January 8, 2023January 8, 2023

Admiring and envying the world’s biggest stars is easy to do on Instagram. From A-list movie stars and major musicians to pro ball players and comedians who landed their own […]

Posted inHistory

40+ fun facts you might not know about Newport

by Ryan Belmore January 4, 2023January 12, 2023

Newport has a long history filled with firsts and unique accomplishments. From its early days as a colonial capital to its modern-day status as a cultural hub, Newport has always […]

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Obituary: Donald Nason Connors

by Memorial Funeral Home January 2, 2023January 2, 2023

Donald Nason Connors, 88, of Portsmouth, RI, passed away on December 30, 2022, at the Rhode Island Veteran’s Home in Bristol, RI. Donald was born in Boston to John and […]

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Newport County real estate transactions for the week ending Dec. 31

by Tyler Bernadyn January 2, 2023January 2, 2023

Last week in Newport County saw a range of real estate sales, with properties ranging from single-family homes to multi-family units and condominiums. Real estate, like any industry, is based […]

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What’s Up Today: Monday, January 2

by Ryan Belmore January 2, 2023January 2, 2023

Good Morning! Today’s newsletter is 977 words — a wicked good 5-minute read.  🎉 Happy New Year to all of our readers! May this year be filled with health, happiness, […]

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Where to dine on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day in and around Newport

by Ryan Belmore December 25, 2022December 25, 2022

Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, believe it or not, will be here before you know it. For some of you, the thought of cooking at home, traveling, or visiting the […]

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“Twas The Night Before Christmas” and its ties to Newport

by Ryan Belmore December 24, 2022December 24, 2022

Photo Credit: oddthingsiveseen.com – Did you know that one of the most popular and well-known Christmas poems, “Twas The Night Before Christmas”, has ties to Newport? “Twas the night before Christmas” was […]

Posted inArts & Culture, Newport

‘Twas the night before Christmas’ helped make the modern Santa – and led to a literary whodunit

by The Conversation December 24, 2022December 24, 2022

Melissa Chim, General Theological Seminary The poem “A Visit from St. Nicholas,” better known by its opening line “‘Twas the Night before Christmas,” has a special place among Christmas traditions, […]

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Coastal Flood Watch issued for parts of Massachusetts and Rhode Island

by Ryan Belmore December 21, 2022December 21, 2022

A Coastal Flood Watch has been issued for parts of eastern, northeastern, and southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island from late Thursday night through Friday afternoon. According to the National Weather […]

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HII’s Pharos System demonstrates launch and recovery of unmanned vehicle in Newport

by What's Up Newp December 20, 2022December 20, 2022

Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII), a global all-domain defense partner, today announced that it has successfully demonstrated the launch and recovery of a large-size unmanned undersea vehicle (UUV) in collaboration with […]

Posted inArts & Culture

What’sUpNewp, JPT to host its annual National Lampoon Christmas Vacation Party on Dec. 21

by Ryan Belmore December 20, 2022December 20, 2022

What’sUpNewp and The JPT are teaming up once again to host our annual National Lampoon Christmas Vacation Party! Join us on Wednesday, December 21 for live music by Dave /Tessier’s […]

Posted inReal Estate

High Street condo sells for $1.225 million

by Ryan Belmore December 20, 2022December 20, 2022

Lila Delman Compass recently announced the sale of a modern condo located in the heart of Newport’s Historic Hill District. The three-bedroom, two-and-a-half bathroom unit, located at 27 High Street, […]

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Things to do this week in and around Newport: Dec. 19 – 25

by Ryan Belmore December 19, 2022December 20, 2022

Newport is bustling with festive events and activities this week as Christmas weekend and the end of the year approaches. On Wednesday, December 21, the Tiverton Land Trust will host […]

Posted inCity & Government

Emergency Sewer Line Repairs on Lower Thames Street to begin on Dec. 19

by Ryan Belmore December 18, 2022December 18, 2022

The City of Newport’s Department of Utilities has announced that it will be conducting repairs on the city’s sanitary sewer system infrastructure on Lower Thames Street between Narragansett Avenue and […]

Posted inArts & Culture

Six Picks: The best in local music this weekend (Dec. 9-11)

by Ken Abrams December 9, 2022December 12, 2022

“Six Picks” is our weekly music column which highlights some of the best shows in area music, from big concerts to smaller, local gigs. We’ve got a little of each […]

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Open Houses: 14 homes to check out in Newport County this weekend

by Tyler Bernadyn December 8, 2022December 12, 2022

On the market for a new home? Here’s a look at what homes are hosting an open house this weekend, December 2 – 4, 2022. In the market for a […]

Posted inNews

Beech Tree at Redwood Library comes down

by Ryan Belmore December 8, 2022December 8, 2022

Another Beech Tree has fallen victim to Beech Leaf Disease in the City of Newport. The latest is one of the Beech trees in front of Redwood Library. “The Beech […]

Posted inCity & Government

Congressman Jim Langevin discusses complex challenges in cybersecurity during visit to NUWC Division Newport

by Community Submission December 8, 2022December 8, 2022

Story by Public Affairs Office , Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport NEWPORT, R.I. – On Nov. 28, U.S. Rep. Jim Langevin (D-RI), made his final visit to the Naval Undersea Warfare […]

Posted inCity & Government

Two Division Newport employees win Black Engineer of the Year STEM awards

by Community Submission December 8, 2022December 8, 2022

Story by Public Affairs Office , Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport NEWPORT, R.I. – Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Newport engineers Abner Barros and Calvin Roldan recently won Career Communications Group […]

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