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 […]
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The Ocean Race: Differing views
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 […]
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15 cozy places to eat and drink in Newport
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 […]
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WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Newport Mayor Xay Khamsyvoravong
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 […]
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This Day in RI History: January 17, 1942 – Coldest temperature ever recorded in Rhode Island
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, […]
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43 famous actresses from Rhode Island
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
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 […]
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40+ fun facts you might not know about Newport
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
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
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
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
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
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 […]
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‘Twas the night before Christmas’ helped make the modern Santa – and led to a literary whodunit
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
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
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 […]
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What’sUpNewp, JPT to host its annual National Lampoon Christmas Vacation Party on Dec. 21
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 […]
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High Street condo sells for $1.225 million
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
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 […]
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Emergency Sewer Line Repairs on Lower Thames Street to begin on Dec. 19
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 […]
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Six Picks: The best in local music this weekend (Dec. 9-11)
“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
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 […]
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Beech Tree at Redwood Library comes down
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 […]
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Congressman Jim Langevin discusses complex challenges in cybersecurity during visit to NUWC Division Newport
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 […]
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Two Division Newport employees win Black Engineer of the Year STEM awards
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 […]
