New England Collegiate Baseball League (NECBL) Commissioner Sean McGrath today unveiled the NECBL’s 2021 composite schedule. Among the announcements in the press release (below) is that opening day will take place on June 3 and the Newport Gulls will play host to the 2021 NECBL All-Star Game on Sunday, July 18, 2020 at historic Cardines […]
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Newport Music Festival tickets on sale April 19
After a year’s hiatus due to COVID-19, the Newport Music Festival, one of Newport’s iconic music events, today announced that tickets for its 17 July concerts will go on sale next Monday (April 19). Since its inception in 1969, the Festival has established itself among the world’s premier chamber music festivals, with world-renowned classical performers […]
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DEM: More than $160,000 in grants available to support the growth of local food, seafood in Rhode Island
The Department of Environmental Management (DEM) today announced that more than $160,000 in funding under the Local Agriculture & Seafood Act (LASA) grant program is available for projects that support the growth, development, and marketing of local food and seafood in Rhode Island. The LASA program provides grants that directly benefit and strengthen the state’s local food system by helping […]
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RIPTA to provide free passenger trips to and from vaccination sites beginning April 19
Governor Dan McKee and the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) today announced today that effective Monday, April 19, 2021, RIPTA will be providing free transportation to people traveling to and from vaccination appointments. “This is a big win for Rhode Island’s vaccination efforts,” said Governor McKee in a statement. “We know that for many […]
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Governor McKee signs Fair House Practices Act
Governor Dan McKee, joined by House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi, Senate President Dominick J. Ruggerio and legislative sponsors, today signed into law the Fair Housing Practices Act (S-0561, H-5257) which prohibits housing discrimination against renters based on their source of income. “For far too long, residents and families across Rhode Island have been discriminated against because of […]
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Now Hiring: Newport Restaurant Group now hiring for 400 seasonal, part-time and full-time positions
Newport Restaurant Group (NRG) today announced that it is currently hiring for up to 400 seasonal, part-time and full-time positions for 11 of its restaurants in Newport, Tiverton, Providence, Cranston, Warwick, and Narragansett. NRG is Rhode Island’s only employee-owned hospitality company and offers full-coverage benefits, generous time off, and opportunities for career advancement. According to […]
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Water main flushing set to begin across Aquidneck Island
As part of the Newport Water Division’s ongoing maintenance of the water distribution system, the City of Newport today announced a modified water main flushing program in designated areas will begin during evening hours beginning Sunday, April 18, 2021, ending May 6, 2021. Flushing of water mains using fire hydrants will begin at 8 p.m. […]
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BankNewport names Jack Murphy as new chief executive officer
OceanPoint Financial Partners, MHC, and BankNewport Chairman of the Board, Peter Capodilupo, announced today that John F. (Jack) Murphy will succeed Sandra J. Pattie as president and chief executive officer of both the Mutual Holding Company and the Bank, effective “We are delighted to welcome Jack to BankNewport,” said Peter Capodilupo, Chairman of the Board […]
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The Chanler at Cliff Walk will host a hotel and restaurant job fair reception on Tuesday
Look for a new or additional gig, job, or career? The Chanler at Cliff Walk with host a hotel and restaurant job fair reception on Tuesday, March 23. The Chanler at Cliff Walk is hiring for the following positions; Servers • Bartenders • Gelato Cart Attendants • Valet • Food Runners • Guest Services Representatives […]
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What’s Up in Newport County Today: Monday, March 22
The latest What’s Up Newp newsletter is here. Good Morning, >> For the second year in a row, the Aquidneck Island National Police Parade has been canceled. It was scheduled for Sunday, May 2. Story >> Dan Snydacker, a board member and education chair of the Touro Synagogue Foundation, joins WhatsUpNewp for a live virtual video […]
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2021 Aquidneck Island National Police Parade canceled
For the second year in a row the Aquidneck Island Police Parade will be canceled due to concerns around COVID-19. The event was scheduled to take place in Newport on Sunday, May 2. WPRI with the full story here – Aquidneck Island National Police Parade canceled for 2nd year due to COVID-19
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‘Pop-Up’ Visitor Center demonstrates hope for the area’s tourism season
In May, Discover Newport will open what it calls a “pop-up” visitors’ center, demonstrating its optimism that the local tourism industry will rebound this summer and fall, a prelude to a more robust recovery next year from a worldwide pandemic that started a year ago. That’s the view of Evan Smith, executive director of Discover […]
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Newport Art Museum to offer Curator Tour and Artist Talks
A curator tour of current exhibition “Abstract Ideas” will take place virtually on Zoom Thursday, March 25 from 4:30 – 5:15 pm with Newport Art Museum Senior Curator Francine Weiss. Two Artist Talks, featuring participating artists from current exhibition “Digital Breath:Video and Sound Art in the Age of Global Connectivity,” will also be offered virtually on Wednesday, March 31 from 5:30 – […]
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Friday will be a Distance Learning Day for Rogers High School students
Newport Public Schools on Thursday night announced that Friday, March 19 will be a Distance Learning Day for Rogers High School students. “ATTENTION:Tomorrow, Friday March 19, will be a Distance Learning Day for Rogers High School. The boiler system went down late this afternoon and our maintenance team has been working tirelessly to make an […]
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RECAP: Newport City Council meeting on March 10
Newport City Council hosted a regular council meeting at 6:30 pm on Wednesday, March 10. Here’s What’s Up Newp’s recap of the meeting; Note – Councilor Fuerte was not present for the meeting. PUBLIC HEARING: >>Newport City Council unanimously passed the following (6-0); Capital Improvement Program FY 2022-FY2026 – A copy is available in […]
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Watch Live: Newport City Council meeting (March 10 at 6:30 pm)
Newport City Council will host their next regular meeting on Wednesday, March 10 at 6:30 pm. See what’s on the agenda here. The meeting will be held virtually and is open to the public. If you’d like to participate in the meeting, call 1-888-788-0099 or join by Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/91257975406 (webinar id 912 5797 5406).
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The Nitro Bar is opening a second location in Newport
The Nitro Bar is opening a second storefront in Newport. The new storefront will be located at 404 Thames Street, according to a victualing license application filed with Newport City Hall. That location was formerly a Friskie Fries. An opening date for the new location has not yet been announced. On Instagram on Tuesday, The […]
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Newport Recreation to host annual Easter Egg Hunt, Soccer Camp
Spring is in the air and the team at Newport Recreation is gearing up for a pair of events to kick off the season. The fun is set to begin on Saturday, April 3rd with the return of the City’s beloved Easter Egg Hunt. Cancelled last year due to concerns over the COVID-19 outbreak, this year’s […]
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Save The Bay’s Newport Seal Watch Tours return this weekend
Starting this Saturday, March 6, you can once again join Save The Bay aboard one of their education vessels as we motor through historic Newport Harbor and observe seals at Citing Rock. One-hour seal tours are entirely boat-based, while 1.75-hour tours include a visit to the grounds of the Rose Island Lighthouse. Tours departing from […]
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What’s Up in Newport County this weekend: March 5 – 7
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in Newport County this weekend. Weather Forecast Friday – Sunny, with a high near 34. Northwest wind 15 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph.Friday Night – Partly cloudy, with a low around 23. West wind 10 to 14 mph, with gusts as high […]
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Newport City Council will host their next regular council meeting on March 10, here’s what’s on the agenda
Newport City Council will host their next regular council meeting at 6:30 pm on Wednesday, March 10. The meeting will be held virtually and is open to the public. If you’d like to participate in the meeting, call 1-888-788-0099 or join by Zoom at https://zoom.us/j/91257975406 (webinar id 912 5797 5406). See what’s on the agenda […]
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League of American Bicyclists names Bike Newport 2020 ‘National Advocacy Organization Of The Year’
Bike Newport received some national recognition this week when the League of American Bicyclists named them their Advocacy Organization of the Year for 2020. The announcement took place on Monday, March 1st at the virtual gathering of the National Bike Summit which takes place annually in Washington D.C. On-screen virtual award presented by Bill Nesper, League […]
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Searching for Peace at Home: Newport Art Museum to host a community conversation on domestic violence
Inspired by the current exhibition Donna Ferrato: Selections from ‘Living with the Enemy’, Newport Art Museum today announced that they will host “Searching for Peace at Home: A Community Conversation on Domestic Violence” virtually via Zoom Wednesday, March 17, 2021, 6:30 – 8 pm.”The Newport Art Museum was founded in 1912 on the belief that arts and culture have the […]
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What’s Up in Newport County today: Thursday, March 4
The following is What’s Up Newp’s free daily newsletter. Sign up for it below and we’ll deliver it right to your inbox every morning! Good Morning! > > As of about 8 am yesterday, whatsupnewp.com has a new home, look, and feel. Please bear with us as we finish buttoning up some bugs and hiccups in the […]
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Rhode Island Foundation offering $10,000 grants for community projects
The Rhode Island Foundation is offering local libraries, schools, municipal agencies and nonprofit groups grants of up to $10,000 to fund proposals that bring people together as a community. March 12 is the deadline to apply. “We are looking for proposals that will enhance the quality of life, form relationships, and increase connections. Our goal […]