The Roger Williams Park Zoo will once again be transformed into a dazzling evening experience with interactive displays, delicious Asian-inspired cuisine, and performances. This enchanting multicultural experience is sure to delight all ages, according to Roger Williams Park Zoo. Photo provided by Roger Williams Park Zoo The lanterns are created by hand with silk fabric […]
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Newport Jazz Festival announces 2022 lineup
The Newport Jazz Festival today announced its 2022 line-up along with a tribute to late Newport Jazz and Newport Folk Festival Founder George Wein featuring very special guests to be announced. The Newport Jazz Festival returns to Fort Adams State Park, July 29 – 31. This year’s festival features Norah Jones, Esperanza Spalding, The Fearless Flyers, Angelique […]
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Newport Performing Arts Center scraps re-design plans; focusing on fundraising
Faced with escalating costs, the non-profit Newport Performing Arts Center has abandoned plans to streamline its initial design, and instead is looking for ways to trim its budget, without sacrificing the audience’s experience. John Cratin, the organization’s board chair, said the contractor is “very focused” on infrastructure and utilities, hopeful of finding savings to offset […]
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$10,000 grants for community projects up for grabs from The Rhode Island Foundation
The Rhode Island Foundation is offering local libraries, schools, neighborhood groups and nonprofit organizations grants of up to $10,000 to fund proposals that bring people together as a community. March 31 is the deadline to apply. “We are looking for ideas that will enhance the quality of life, build relationships and improve community connections. Our goal is […]
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Newport Restaurant Group to host Summer Job Fair on March 30
Newport Restaurant Group (NRG) this week announced that it will host a Summer Job Fair on Wednesday, March 30th from 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm at 22 Bowen’s located at 22 Bowen’s Wharf in Newport. Applicants will be offered same-day interviews and job offers. NRG is Rhode Island’s only employee-owned hospitality company and offers full-coverage benefits, food and beverage […]
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Gerry Goldstein: Brotherly love adds punch to their resistance
It’s ironic that Russia’s barbaric slaughter of Ukrainians has both horrified and inspired the world. Clearly, the soulless Vladimir Putin knew nothing of the courage and strength that burns in the Ukrainian people, exemplified spiritually – and physically – by brothers Vitali and Wladimir Klitschko, whose story defies believability. Vitali, 50, is the mayor of […]
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Poll: What type of store or restaurant do you wish would open on Aquidneck Island?
Our poll question of the moment asks what type of store or restaurant do you wish would open on Aquidneck Island? Share your comment and check out answers from our readers below on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter. What’sUpNewp on Facebook What’sUpNewp on Instagram View this post on Instagram A post shared by What'sUpNewp (@whatsupnewp) What’sUpNewp […]
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Election 2022: Kalus enters gubernatorial race; Pacheco exits congressional race; Diossa names campaign manager
GOP has a gubernatorial candidate – Ashley Kalus Ashley Kalus, a transplant from Illinois, as expected officially kicked off her campaign today to become the Republican nominee for governor. Kalus, 39, who moved to Newport less than a year ago and registered to vote in Rhode Island in January, promised to “run a campaign of […]
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Waterfront home on Harbour Island hits the market for $1.69 million
Enjoy sunsets from the wrap-around deck of this beautiful, custom-designed, one-of-a-kind, waterfront home at 30 Oak Hill Road in Narragansett on desirable Harbour Island. All living areas have water views, including each of the three bedrooms – one on ground level. The primary suite features cathedral ceilings while offering magnificent water views, a walk-in closet, […]
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Ground broken on project to resurface a portion of Aquidneck Avenue
Congressman David Cicilline and Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) Director Peter Alviti Jr. today joined state and local leaders to break ground on a project to resurface approximately one mile of Aquidneck Avenue in Middletown, from East Main Road to Green End Avenue. The $9 million project will rebuild the badly deteriorated road base […]
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Choice Wineries says an apple winery is Rhode Island’s best
When choosing Rhode Island’s best wineries, you begin, of course, with the grapes. The quality of the grapes. Unless it’s apples. The Tapped Apple in Westerly was just named Rhode Island’s top winery by Choice Wineries, an online publication that ranks the best wineries in each state. The Tapped Apple, which produces apple wines and […]
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Potter League to offer two low-cost vaccine clinics
The Potter League is offering two low-cost vaccine clinics for dogs, cats, and ferrets in the community on Saturday, March 26 from 12:30 to 4:30 pm at the Potter League for Animals, 87 Oliphant Lane in Middletown and Wednesday, March 30 from 12:30 to 4:30 at the Pets In Need Veterinary Clinic, 50 Amaral Street in […]
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Danielle Genest named Island Moving Company’s next Artistic Director
The Board of Directors for Island Moving Company (IMC), Newport’s contemporary ballet, announced today the appointment of Danielle Genest as the company’s next Artistic Director, starting September 1, 2022. Genest is IMC’s current Associate Artistic Director and will succeed founding Artistic Director, Miki Ohlsen following her retirement at the end of the company’s 40th Anniversary […]
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What’s Up in Newport County this week: March 21 – 27
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County this week. Monday, March 21 Things To Do 2 pm to 9 pm: Gurney’s Newport Skating Rink is open Entertainment Celtica: Music Bingo at 7:30 pmThe Fastent Pub: The Ubiquitones at 10 pm City & Government Newport: Newport Planning Board at 6 pm, Newport Energy and […]
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People’s Credit Union partners with Arbor Day Foundation to offer free trees to its members
As part of its Centennial Celebration, People’s Credit Union has partnered with the Arbor Day Foundation to provide 600 free trees to Credit Union’s members through the Foundation’s Community Canopy Program. The Community Canopy partnership supports one of the key areas of the Credit Union’s philosophy of making the world a better place through environmental […]
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Tiverton Land Trust to host Pardon Gray Egg Hunt on April 9
by Tiverton Land Trust The Tiverton Land Trust is excited to announce the return of the Pardon Gray Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 9th. The rain date is April 16 – check social media for any potential changes. This is a great family opportunity to celebrate the arrival of spring and enjoy the quiet beauty […]
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Job Opportunities: 100+ companies hiring right now in the Newport area
Looking for a new gig, job, or career in or around Newport? Here’s a roundup of some of the companies that are hiring right now in the Newport area. The opportunities listed below were provided to us or curated from hiring websites. All opportunities were available in the last seven days and are located within […]
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Opinion: Universal pre-K will secure brighter future for RI
Early education can be a transformative force in a child’s life. Research has demonstrated the immense value of prekindergarten programs. In these settings, children find structure, support and enrichment, setting them up for success in K-12 schooling and beyond. That yields so many other benefits for families and communities – and, ultimately, for all of us. Access to […]
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Top stories this week on What’sUpNewp
Catch up on all of the most popular stories that appeared on What’sUpNewp this week, March 13 – 19. One – 140 Broadway, formerly the Salvation Cafe, sells for $2.2 million Two – What Sold: 12 Newport County real estate sales, transactions ( March 7 – 11) Three – The Wallflowers to perform at The […]
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Aquidneck Island National Police Parade returning on May 1
After being canceled in 2021 and 2020, The Aquidneck Island National Police Parade will celebrate its 37th Police Parade in Middletown and Newport on May 1. “After a very trying two years for the law enforcement community, we are pleased to announce the return of the Aquidneck Island National Police Parade,” the Aquidneck Island National Police […]
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Home near Beavertail State Park in Jamestown fetches $2.525 million
Hogan Associates today announced the March 15 sale of 30 Battery Lane in Jamestown. A gracious Colonial with a stylish guest house, the property sold for $2,525,000. According to Hogan Associates, Gordon King of Hogan Associates represented the Buyer, and Dianne Grippi of Island Realty represented the Seller. Situated on a private 2.5-acre lot, just […]
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Citizen scientists count 464 seals in Narragansett Bay, 106 on Block Island, during Save The Bay’s annual Bay-Wide Seal Count
By Save The Bay On Tuesday, March 15, 17 volunteer citizen scientists took to water and shore to continue a 13-year Save The Bay tradition: counting seals in the nonprofit organization’s annual Bay-Wide Seal Count, an effort to establish a minimum estimate of the number of seals in Narragansett Bay. With support from the Narragansett Bay […]
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Newport Art Museum to host Call & Response 2022 Artist Talk
Newport Art Museum today announced that it will present a Call & Response 2022 Artist Talk with exhibiting artists Diane Barceló, Emily Belz, and On-Kyeong Seong on Wednesday, March 30, 2022, at 5:30 pm. The talk will be followed by an informal Q&A with artists in the galleries. The event is free and open to all and can be enjoyed in person […]
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What’s Up in Newport County this weekend: March 18 – 20
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County this weekend. Friday, March 18 Six Picks Events: What’s Up in RI this weekend – March 18-21What’s Up Interview: RI guitar great Duke Robillard releasing new album ‘They Called It Rhythm & Blues’ Friday March 18Celtic Woman’s “Postcards From Ireland” arriving at […]