What'sUpNewp Podcast

Gabe Amo, a Democratic Candidate for Rhode Island's Congressional District 1, joined What'sUpNewp for a live virtual video conversation at 2:15 pm on Wednesday, July 26, 2023.

During the interview, we learned more about Gabe, found out why he's running in this special election, and discuss what he believes sets him apart from his opponents.

A special primary for the Congressional District 1 Special Election will be held on September 5. The Special Election will take place on November 7.

What'sUpNewp has invited every candidate to join us for a WUN-ON-ONE interview. Visit WhatsUpNewp.com for our full special election coverage.

Aaron Regunberg, a Democratic Candidate for Rhode Island's Congressional District 1, joined What'sUpNewp for a live virtual video conversation at noon on Wednesday, July 26, 2023.

During the interview, we learn more about Aaron, discover why he's running in this special election, and discuss what he believes sets him apart from his opponents.

A special primary for the Congressional District 1 Special Election will be held on September 5. The Special Election will take place on November 7.

What’sUpNewp has invited every candidate to join us for a WUN-ON-ONE interview. Visit WhatsUpNewp.com for our full special election coverage.

Watch our conversation below or listen to our discussion above.

Sabina Matos, a Democratic Candidate for Rhode Island's Congressional District 1, joined What'sUpNewp for a live virtual video conversation at 2 pm on Tuesday, July 25.

During the interview, we learn more about Sabina, find out why she's running in this special election, discuss last week's issue around signatures, and hear what she believes sets her apart from her opponents.

A special primary for the Congressional District 1 Special Election will be held on September 5. The Special Election will take place on November 7.

Watch our conversation below or listen above.

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WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Sabina Matos, Democratic Candidate for Congressional District 1

Sabina Matos, a Democratic Candidate for Rhode Island’s Congressional District 1, joined What’sUpNewp for a live virtual video conversation at 2 pm on Tuesday, July 25.

RI Department of State launches online application for voters to request a mail ballot

Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and the RI Department of State Elections Division today launched a new online application portal for registered Rhode Island voters to request a mail ballot.

Dr. Michael Fine – What’s Crazy In Healthcare: Covid and Florida

Covid is still here, only now most of us have some immunity to it.

The Head And The Heart is coming to The Vets on October 31

The tour will stop at The VETS in Providence on October 31. Tickets are on sale Friday, and can be purchased online at TheVetsRI.com. 

Obituary: Michael J. Seaman

December 09, 1961 – July 18, 2023

Patrice Bergeron, Boston Bruins forward and captain, announces retirement after 19 seasons

Patrice Bergeron, who in two decades with the Boston Bruins established himself as the NHL’s dominant two-way forward and one of the most respected players in the game, announced Tuesday “with a full heart and a lot of gratitude” that he will retire.

‘Six Picks’ top Newport Folk Festival moments from the past decade

From Dolly to Joni, we recall some memorable appearances from recent years

WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Rhode Island’s Congressional District 1 candidates

Between July 20 – August 3, What’sUpNewp will host live virtual video conversations with candidates for Rhode Island’s 1st Congressional district.

WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Stephen Casey, Democratic Candidate for Congressional District 1

Stephen Casey, a Democratic Candidate for Rhode Island’s Congressional District 1, will join What’sUpNewp for a live virtual video conversation at 11 am on Thursday, August 3, 2023.

What’s Up in Newport Today: Tuesday, July 25

A look at what’s happening out there today; plus all of the latest What’sUpNewp headlines

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* What Sold: 12 Newport County real estate sales, transactions (July 17 – 21)

* Obituary: Gail H. Johnston

* What's Up in Newport this week and weekend: July 24 - 30

* Governor McKee signs executive order establishing July 30 as Governor's Bay Day

* Obamas' personal chef drowns near family's home on Martha’s Vineyard

What’s Up This Week

Newport City Council to host next Regular Council Meeting on July 26 at Pell Elementary School

Meeting to include update from DEM on excavated soil at Newport City Hall.

What’s Up Interview: Rising star Bella White, playing the Newport Folk Festival July 28

Singer-songwriter is making her first appearance at Fort Adams

Lyle Lovett and his Large Band will stop at The VETS in Providence on July 29

An Evening with Lyle Lovett and his Large Band will feature an arrangement of Lovett standards and songs from his critically acclaimed album 12th of June.

12 Metre World Championship returns July 30 – August 5

Ten historic 12 Metres will compete in the World Championship, which was last held in the U.S. (in Newport) in 2019.

What’s Up Interview: Dan Blakeslee, playing Newport Folk Sunday, July 30

Popular singer-songwriter kicking off the festivities on the Fort Stage

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WUN-ON-ONE: Stephanie Beauté, Democratic Candidate for Congressional District 1, sits down with What’sUpNewp

During the interview, we learn more about Stephanie, discover why she’s running in this special election, and discuss what she believes sets her apart from his opponents.

WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Sabina Matos, Democratic Candidate for Congressional District 1

Sabina Matos, a Democratic Candidate for Rhode Island’s Congressional District 1, joined What’sUpNewp for a live virtual video conversation at 2 pm on Tuesday, July 25.

WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Aaron Regunberg, Democratic Candidate for Congressional District 1

Aaron Regunberg, a Democratic Candidate for Rhode Island’s Congressional District 1, will join What’sUpNewp for a live virtual video conversation at noon on Wednesday, July 26, 2023.

WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Newport School Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain

During our conversation, we discuss school safety, regionalization, construction at Rogers High School, mental health, teacher shortages, and more.

WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Gabe Amo, Democratic Candidate for Congressional District 1

Gabe Amo, a Democratic Candidate for Rhode Island’s Congressional District 1, will join What’sUpNewp for a live virtual video conversation at 2:15 pm on Wednesday, July 26, 2023.

WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Christian McBride, Newport Jazz Festival’s Artistic Director

Coming up on Friday, July 28 at 1:30 pm.

WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Sandra Cano, Democratic Candidate for Congressional District 1

Sandra Cano, a Democratic Candidate for Rhode Island’s Congressional District 1, will join What’sUpNewp for a live virtual video conversation on Monday, July 31 at 12 pm.

WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Stephen Casey, Democratic Candidate for Congressional District 1

Stephen Casey, a Democratic Candidate for Rhode Island’s Congressional District 1, will join What’sUpNewp for a live virtual video conversation at 11 am on Thursday, August 3, 2023.

Stephanie Beauté, a Democratic Candidate for Rhode Island’s Congressional District 1, joined What’sUpNewp for a live virtual video conversation at 11 am on Thursday, July 20, 2023.

During the interview, we learn more about Stephanie, discover why she’s running in this special election, and discuss what she believes sets her apart from his opponents.

Visit http://beauteforri.com/ for more information on Stephanie and her campaign.

A special primary for the Congressional District 1 Special Election will be held on September 5. The Special Election will take place on November 7.

What’sUpNewp has invited every candidate to join us for a WUN-ON-ONE interview. Visit WhatsUpNewp.com for our full special election coverage.

City of Newport Mayor Xaykham (Xay) Khamsyvoravong joined What’sUpNewp for a live virtual video conversation today at 4:30 pm.

During the wide-ranging forty-seven-minute conversation, we discuss the resignation of Newport’s Election Administrator, construction and soil at Rogers High School, the search for a new City Manager, and much more.

Watch our conversation below or listen to the audio of our discussion above.

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What’s Up Interview: Dan Blakeslee, playing Newport Folk Sunday, July 30

Popular singer-songwriter kicking off the festivities on the Fort Stage

RIDOH recommends closing Sandy Point Beach, Third Beach, Peabody’s Beach due to high bacteria levels

RIDOH will continue to monitor and review beach water quality through Labor Day.

Jamestown police investigating Matos campaign for alleged signature fraud

The Jamestown Police Department is investigating potentially fake signatures submitted by Lt. Gov. Sabina Matos’ campaign in the 1st Congressional District race.

Portsmouth Historical Society to host lecture on William Ellery Channing

On Sunday, August 6, at 1 PM, Rev. William Zelazny, minister at the historic Channing Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church in Newport, will talk about Channing life and philosophy at the Portsmouth Historical Society headquarters, in the very church whose congregation Channing inspired for so long.

Adoptable Dog of the Week: Corndog

“Meet Corndog, a special senior guy! Corndog is an independent gentleman, but still enjoys spending time around his people”

Hundreds of New England officers honor one of their own: 19-year-old who died in car chase

A 19-year-old Vermont police officer who died in a head-on collision with a burglary suspect she was pursuing was remembered Tuesday as a young woman who was passionate about law enforcement and public service and was devoted to her family.

WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Stephanie Beauté, Democratic Candidate for Congressional District 1

Stephanie Beauté, a Democratic Candidate for Rhode Island’s Congressional District 1, will join What’sUpNewp for a live virtual video conversation at 11 am on Thursday, July 20, 2023.

What’s Up in Newport Today: Tuesday, July 18

Coming Up Today: A conversation with Mayor Xay, Clueless at The JPT, Family Night Concert Series, Music On The Lawn, & more.

Recent Local Obituaries

Richard L. Dagrosa, CDR U.S.N. Ret.

March 30, 1942 – July 14, 2023

John M. Heffron

September 21, 1937 – July 13, 2023

Popular What’sUpNewp Stories Right Now

* 40+ fun facts you might not know about Newport

* More than half of declared candidates for House District 1 apparently fail to acquire adequate signatures to run

* Theater Review: The Bodyguard: The Musical is excellent at Theater-By-The-Sea

* What Sold: 15 Newport County real estate sales, transactions (July 10 – 14)

* Tickets to Newport Jazz Festival can now be purchased at Fort Adams Visitor Center

What’s Up This Week & Weekend

What’s Up in Newport this week: July 17 – 23

On Tap This Week & Weekend: Jaws Summer Party, Infosys Hall of Fame Open, Craft Brew Races Newport, Newport Dance Festival, Newport Classical Music Festival, and more.

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

City of Newport Mayor Xaykham (Xay) Khamsyvoravong will join What’sUpNewp for a live virtual video conversation on Tuesday, July 18, at 4:30 pm.

Cult classics returning to the big screen at The JPT

Don’t miss Clueless with live music by Chase Ceglie and The Firehouse Band on Tuesday night!

DEM will provide an update on the excavated soil at Rogers High School during a special Newport City Council meeting on July 19

Update from R.I. Department of Environmental Management expected on July 19

Jaws Summer Party returns to The JPT on July 20 and July 21 with live music, live sharks, and more

Event to include live music, live sharks, Narragansett Beer, and more.

WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Stephanie Beauté, Democratic Candidate for Congressional District 1

Stephanie Beauté, a Democratic Candidate for Rhode Island’s Congressional District 1, will join What’sUpNewp for a live virtual video conversation at 11 am on Thursday, July 20, 2023.

WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Sandra Cano, Democratic Candidate for Congressional District 1

Sandra Cano, a Democratic Candidate for Rhode Island’s Congressional District 1, will join What’sUpNewp for a live virtual video conversation on Thursday, July 20, 2023, at noon.

WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Sabina Matos, Democratic Candidate for Congressional District 1

Sabina Matos, a Democratic Candidate for Rhode Island’s Congressional District 1, will join What’sUpNewp for a live virtual video conversation on Thursday, July 20, 2023, at 1 pm.

Portsmouth Historical Society to host a lecture on ‘Steamboats on Narragansett Bay and the Sakonnet River’

Jim Garman to give lecture at the Portsmouth Historical Society Museum on July 20th

Newport Live and Norman Bird Sanctuary present The Suitcase Junket July 21 in Middletown

One-man-band roots artist returning after selling out 2022 show

Umbrella Sky Newport at Brick Market to host ribbon-cutting ceremony with Providence Drum Troupe Saturday, July 22

International art installation is already a big hit in Newport

Newport School Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain joined WUN’s Ryan Belmore and Frank Prosnitz on the first day of summer school vacation to recap the year that was, talk about the challenges ahead, and more.

Watch our conversation below or listen above.

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What’s Up Interview: Catching up with RI music legend James Montgomery

Local great on his recent film, upcoming shows and blues heroes.

‘Quiet Fireworks’ viewing at Beavertail will allow people with sensitivities to enjoy Newport’s display from across the Bay

RI State Parks has organized this event for patrons with hearing and sensory sensitivities.

Top of Pelham to host local art show – sponsored by Hangar 420

The event, dubbed the Pelham Art Series, promises to be an engaging evening showcasing the works of talented artists from the region.

What’s Up Interview: Catching up with RI music legend James Montgomery

Local great on his recent film, upcoming shows and blues heroes

Bill clarifying public shoreline access now law

Visiting the Ocean State’s 400 miles of shoreline this summer just got a little more relaxing.

Team Malizia saves the best for last with a win in Leg 7 of The Ocean Race

It was a Grand Finale day of arrivals on Tuesday in Genova with 7 boats across two classes pushing towards the Grand Finale

Featured Job Opportunity: Direct Support Professional at The James L. Maher Center

The James L. Maher Center is now hiring for the position of Direct Support Professional in Bristol, Barrington, Warren, Newport, and Middletown.

Featured Job Opportunity: Direct Support Professional – Community-Based Support at The James L. Maher Center

The James L. Maher Center is now hiring for the position of Direct Support Professional – Community-Based Support one on one with client.

DeSantis says he’ll ‘actually’ build border wall, swipes at Trump as both campaign in New Hampshire

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis promised Tuesday to tear down Washington’s traditional political power centers and secure the country’s southern border, pledging to succeed where former President Donald Trump failed as the two held dueling campaign events in the critical early primary voting state of New Hampshire

DEM is encouraging Rhode Islanders to report sightings of wild turkeys

The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is again asking the public to report sightings of wild turkeys as part of its annual Wild Turkey Brood Survey.

What’s Up Today: Tuesday, June 27

Plus: All of the latest headlines from What’sUpNewp

Recent Local Obituaries

Albert Parker Gaines III

September 15, 1966 – June 25, 2023

Popular Stories On WUN Right Now

* 'Chosen Family' wraps up filming in Rhode Island

* What Sold: 16 homes changed hands in Newport County last week

* What's Up in Newport: June 26 - July 4

* Obituary: John J. Moriarty

* DEM is encouraging Rhode Islanders to report sightings of wild turkeys

What’s Up This Week & Weekend

What’s Up in Newport: June 26 – July 4

Jamestown and Newport’s Fireworks Display, Cars & Coffee at Fort Adams, Independence Cup at Newport Polo, and more!

Newport City Council will host a Regular City Council Meeting on June 28, here’s what’s on their agenda

Newport City Council will host their next Regular Council Meeting on Wednesday, June 28 at 6:30 pm in the Council Chambers at Newport City Hall.

Congressional District 1 Special Election Candidate Declaration period is June 29 – 30

Declaration forms must be submitted by 4 p.m. on June 30.

11th Hour Racing Team Redress hearing will be on June 29 in Genova

All IMOCA Teams have been added to the Redress hearing

Top of Pelham to host local art show – sponsored by Hangar 420

The event, dubbed the Pelham Art Series, promises to be an engaging evening showcasing the works of talented artists from the region.

Jamestown Arts Center’s 11th Annual Summer Soirée set for June 30

The Soirée will include DJ and dancing, raw bar, cocktails, and summer savories and treats. Unique live auction items include cocktails at Clingstone, a private polo lesson, a sail aboard 46’ Sloop Flood Tide, a Luke Randall print, and a bevy of experiential offerings. 

Ed Sheeran returns to Gillette Stadium on June 30 and July 1

Important ticketholder information for Ed Sheeran’s + – = ÷ x Tour at Gillette Stadium

What to know about the City Of Newport’s 4th of July Fireworks Display

Weather permitting, this year’s display is scheduled to light up the harbor at approximately 9:15 pm on Tuesday, July 4th, with a rain date slated for Wednesday, July 5th.

‘Quiet Fireworks’ viewing at Beavertail will allow people with sensitivities to enjoy Newport’s display from across the Bay

RI State Parks has organized this event for patrons with hearing and sensory sensitivities.

Celebrate the 247th Anniversary of the founding of our country in historic Newport

Declaration of Independence was first read to the citizens of Rhode Island from the steps of the Colony House in Newport. Each 4th of July the event is recreated in celebration with music, cannons, and a tribute to Newport’s signer of the Declaration.

USS Minneapolis-Saint Paul plans to visit Rhode Island for the Bristol Fourth of July Celebration

The U.S. Navy has committed to sending the 387-foot USS Minneapolis-Saint Paul, a Freedom-class Littoral Combat Ship (LCS), to support the festivities in Bristol and will anchor in Narragansett Bay.

Newport Pride Weekend returns today through Sunday.

NewportOUT’s Sean O’Connor joined What’sUpNewp to provide details about Pride Weekend, give us some background and information on the new Pride Center in Newport, and more.

For more information on Newport Pride Weekend or the Newport Pride Center, visit www.newportprideri.org.

Watch our conversation below or listen above.

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WUN-ON-ONE: Salve grad discusses his latest novel, ‘Glass Bottle Season’

WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with Cathleen Carr, Executive Director of newportFILM

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‘Six Picks’ Music: The best in local music this weekend (June 23-25)

American Idol winner, world music, and a new venue in Cranston

WUN-ON-ONE: A conversation with NewportOUT’s Sean O’Connor about Newport Pride Weekend

Newport Pride Weekend runs June 23 – 25 throughout Newport.

An awesome license plate, & Ocean State-worthy research

We speak with Jon Dodd, Executive Director of the Atlantic Shark Institute

What’s Up Today: Friday, June 23

Newport Pride Weekend and the Newport Flower Show kick off today | Providence-Newport Ferry returns | Tune in for chat with Newport Out

What’s Up This Week & Weekend

What’s Up This Week in Newport County: June 19 – 25

Newport Pride Weekend, The Newport Flower Show, The Big Lebowski, Master & Commander, Taproot Brewing’s 5 year anniversary, and much more.

newportFILM announces its 2023 newportFILM Outdoors schedule

Providence-Newport Ferry will kick off 2023 season on June 23

“The Ocean State”, which is operated by Seastreak, will run through Columbus Day weekend (October 9), and will include summer weekend stops in Bristol.

What’s Up Interview: Singer-Songwriter Pete Francis playing Ragged Island Brewery Saturday, June 24

Former Dispatch bassist and mental health advocate releasing new album

‘Six Picks’ 2023 Pride Events in Rhode Island

Celebrations in Newport, Providence and beyond

Wickford In Bloom: Historic Home and Garden Tour returns June 24 – 25

The self-guided tour starts at Updike Park (corner of Brown and West Main Streets) in the heart of charming Wickford Village and features gardens and homes located on picturesque tree-lined streets. 

“Fletcher Michael’s GLASS BOTTLE SEASON is a closely observed coming-of-age tale set against the backdrop of the insular culture of Newport royalty. This boozy, immersive novel will resonate with anyone who has ever felt like an outsider or has experienced that painful passage between the last gasps of childhood and the beginnings of adulthood. It’s a terrific beach read, and just like summer, you won’t want it to end.” – Michelle Brafman, author of SWIMMING WITH GHOSTS, WASHING THE DEAD, and BERTAND COURT.

Set in Newport, GLASS BOTTLE SEASON is Fletcher Michael’s latest novel. Fletcher joined WhatsUpNewp for a live virtual video conversation on Wednesday, June 21 at 2 pm.

From Rhode Island, Fletcher holds a BA from Salve Regina University and an MA in English Literature from Catholic University of America. Before attending graduate school, Fletcher taught English in Taiwan and worked as at an art gallery and television studio in Manhattan.

He has been published in Literary Imagination, Mobius magazine, Meat for Tea: The Valley Review, Points in Case, Slackjaw, Jane Austen’s Wastebasket, and The Lindenwood Review. His debut novel, Vulture, was published in 2022.

Watch our conversation below or listen above.

Cathleen Carr, Executive Director of newportFILM, joined What’sUpNewp for a live virtual video conversation today.

During the conversation, Ryan Belmore and Cathleen discuss the upcoming newportFILM 2023 Outdoors lineup, which includes an exciting lineup of eleven world-class and award-winning documentaries.

Patrick And The Whale kicks off the summer schedule on Thursday night at The Great Friends Meeting House. See the full Summer Schedule here.

Watch our conversation below or listen to our discussion above.

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Poppy Champlin, Doreen Collins and Frank O’Donnell to host Late Night Cabaret at Theatre By The Sea

Local comedians Poppy Champlin, Doreen Collins, and Frank O’Donnell to host Late Night Cabaret at Threatre By The Sea.

11th Hour Racing becomes Official Sustainability Sponsor for the International Tennis Hall of Fame

The enhanced partnership will extend beyond the Infosys Hall of Fame Open into year-round support for the entirety of the International Tennis Hall of Fame

The US Coast Guard is bringing in more ships, vessels to search for lost Titanic tourist submersible

A Canadian military surveillance aircraft detected underwater noises as a massive operation searched early Wednesday in a remote part of the North Atlantic for a submersible that vanished while taking five people down to the wreck of the Titanic.

Obituary: Lorraine Tribble

August 19, 1949 – June 17, 2023

Wilbury Theatre Group announces 2023/24 Main Series Season

Productions include the include the world premiere of JaMario Stills’ 22/16: The Remix of a Global Experiment, the return of Indecent from Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Paula Vogel, the Rhode Island premiere of Taylor Mac’s Hir, Hansol Jung’s Wolf Play and the eight-time Tony Award-winning musical Once, with book by Edna Walsh and music/lyrics by Glen Hansard & Markéta Irglová.

WindWhisper Racing Team leads both fleets toward the Med and grabs Vasco da Gama Mirpuri Foundation Prize

The Polish-flagged team has stretched away to a 90 mile lead, winning the Vasco da Gama Mirpuri Foundation Prize in the process

What’s Up Today: Wednesday, June 21

Master & Commander with Will Sofrin, author of All Hands on Deck | Taproot Beer’s 5 year Anniversary | What’sUpNewp chat with author & newportFILM

Newport Mayor Xaykham (Xay) Khamsyvoravong joined What’sUpNewp for a live virtual video conversation at 2 pm on Thursday, June 15.

Among the topics, we recap the June 14 Regular Meeting of the Newport City Council and talk to the Mayor about the Cliff Walk, short-term rental application fees, the Rogers High School and Pell Bridge Ramps construction projects, the 2023 city budget, and more.

Watch the conversation below or listen above.

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Aquidneck Land Trust announces conservation of 9.85-acre wetland property in Portsmouth

ALT’s plan for the property will be to manage it as a wildlife preserve, with potential public access under consideration at some point in the future.

The Ocean Race: Race leader 11th Hour Racing Team forced to suspend racing after hit from GUYOT environnement-Team Europe

GUYOT environnement – Team Europe in collision with 11th Hour Racing Team after the start of leg 7

Mayor Xay joins What’sUpNewp for a WUN-ON-ONE conversation

Newport Mayor Xaykham (Xay) Khamsyvoravong joined What’sUpNewp for a live virtual video conversation at 2 pm on Thursday, June 15.

WUN-ON-ONE: Author Will Sofrin joins What’sUpNewp for a live virtual video conversation on June 16

Author to recount adventurous journey from Newport to San Diego on a WUN videocast Friday

Newport City Council adopts FY24 budget

New Tiered Residential Property Tax Rate Approved

Taproot Brewing Co. to celebrate 5th Anniversary on June 21

Join Taproot Brewing Co. and Newport Vineyards in raising a glass to “five years of beers” on Wednesday, June 21 5 pm – 8 pm in conjunction with their Wednesday music series kickoff and the first official day of summer.

Euer, Valverde take part in reproductive rights event today in Washington for state legislators

Senators Dawn Euer and Bridget Valverde took a quick trip to Washington, D.C., this morning to participate in a White House event for state legislators on state actions on reproductive rights.

CCRI’s Division of Workforce Partnerships teams with IIARI to offer free training in the fast-growing insurance industry

CCRI is now accepting applications for the program with two classes running from August 14–October 30 with the paid internship portion scheduled to begin September 25.

A Vermont man charged with killing his mother at sea over his inheritance dies awaiting trial

The Vermont man charged with killing his mother off the coast of New England in a scheme to inherit millions of dollars has died awaiting trial, federal authorities said Thursday.

Noah Kahan writes songs about New England. His vulnerability has far wider appeal

The Vermont native will perform at the 2023 Newport Folk Festival on Friday, July 28.

Now Hiring: Job opportunities available right now in the Newport area

Looking for a new gig, job, or career? Here’s a look at some of the job opportunities that are available right now in the Newport area.

Undersea Technology Innovation Consortium awards $30,000 to STEM students 

The students, ranging from undergraduate to PhD candidates, will each receive a $5,000 scholarship to assist in their studies in undersea technology related fields.

What’s Up Today: Thursday, June 15

‘HARNESSING THE WIND’ at The Sailing Museum | Park & Picnic | & much more…

Newport School Superintendent provides weekly community update

Newport School Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain shared the following community update for Newport Schools Parents, Families, and Staff on Wednesday, June 14.

3-day Surf Forecast for Rhode Island

Forecast includes rip current risk, surf height, weather, winds, and more.

7-Day Weather forecast for Newport County

Here’s what’s on tap for weather this week and weekend.

What’s Up in Newport: June 12 – 18

Strawberry Fest, Ricki Lee Jones, Cars & Coffee at Fort Adams, Father’s Day Clambake, and much more.

Recent Local Obituaries

Zachary Michael Sears

November 13, 1992 – June 13, 2023

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* What’s Up in Newport: June 12 – 18

* Norman Bird Sanctuary and Newport Live swing into the season with the Summer Outdoor Concert Series

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