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Newport’s 70th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade set for Saturday " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/DSC01436-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C200&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/DSC01436-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&ssl=1" /> The 70th annual Newport St. Patrick’s Day Parade steps off at 11 a.m. Saturday from Newport City Hall, 43 Broadway, with staging beginning at 9 a.m. The route will travel down Broadway into Washington Square, south onto Thames Street, onto America’s Cup Avenue and back onto Thames Street, ending on Carroll Avenue at St. Augustine’s […] The post Newport’s 70th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade set for Saturday appeared first on What's Up Newp.

Newport’s 70th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade set for Saturday

13.03.2026 12:51 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Newport School Committee backs bilingual education bill as multilingual learner population surges " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/newportschool.jpg?fit=300%2C225&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/newportschool.jpg?fit=780%2C585&ssl=1" /> The Newport School Committee has approved a resolution supporting the Support and Access to Bilingual Education (SABE) Act, joining a growing list of Rhode Island communities backing the legislation now under consideration in the General Assembly. The committee voted in support of the bill at its March 10 meeting. The legislation, filed as SB2555 and […] The post Newport School Committee backs bilingual education bill as multilingual learner population surges appeared first on What's Up Newp.

Newport School Committee backs bilingual education bill as multilingual learner population surges

13.03.2026 11:21 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Sail Newport program director Kim Hapgood marks 30 years at the helm of sailing education " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/unnamed-2026-03-13T071005.132.jpg?fit=300%2C192&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/unnamed-2026-03-13T071005.132.jpg?fit=780%2C499&ssl=1" /> Kim Hapgood, program director at Sail Newport, is celebrating 30 years with the nonprofit public sailing center — three decades that have shaped thousands of sailors and helped establish the organization as a nationally recognized leader in sailing education. Hapgood joined Sail Newport in 1996 and has since built a comprehensive slate of programs serving […] The post Sail Newport program director Kim Hapgood marks 30 years at the helm of sailing education appeared first on What's Up Newp.

Sail Newport program director Kim Hapgood marks 30 years at the helm of sailing education

13.03.2026 11:16 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Charlie Holder, Sr. Memorial race returns May 9 with new 10K option " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Race-Day.jpg?fit=300%2C225&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Race-Day.jpg?fit=410%2C307&ssl=1" /> The Holder family has announced the third annual Charlie Holder, Sr. Memorial 5K and 10K charity race will be held Saturday, May 9, with both races starting and finishing at the Newport County YMCA, 792 Valley Road. New this year is a 10K option, featuring a course with views of three beaches and Hanging Rock, […] The post Charlie Holder, Sr. Memorial race returns May 9 with new 10K option appeared first on What's Up Newp.

Charlie Holder, Sr. Memorial race returns May 9 with new 10K option

13.03.2026 11:12 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Sail Newport to host J/Boats president Jeff Johnstone for lecture on company’s 50-year history " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Jeff-J9-sailing.jpg?fit=255%2C300&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Jeff-J9-sailing.jpg?fit=780%2C919&ssl=1" /> Sail Newport will host Jeff Johnstone, president of Newport-based J/Boats, Inc., for a lecture tracing the company’s five decades of sailboat design on Thursday, April 2, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Fort Adams State Park. The event, part of Sail Newport’s Challenger Lecture Series presented by Hinckley Yachts, comes as J/Boats approaches its 50th anniversary. Johnstone […] The post Sail Newport to host J/Boats president Jeff Johnstone for lecture on company’s 50-year history appeared first on What's Up Newp.

Sail Newport to host J/Boats president Jeff Johnstone for lecture on company’s 50-year history

13.03.2026 11:07 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Obituary: Maximilian Ringseisen " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Thumbnail_2-2.webp?fit=232%2C300&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Thumbnail_2-2.webp?fit=340%2C440&ssl=1" /> Maximilian Ringseisen, 44, of Newport, RI, passed away on March 9, 2026, in Middletown, RI. Maximilian was born in Madison, Ohio, to Jean-Charles Maximilian Ringseisen and Margaret “Maggie” Hayes on November 11, 1981. He grew up in Old Orchard Beach, ME, and attended both Old Orchard Beach High School and Rogers High School in Newport. […] The post Obituary: Maximilian Ringseisen appeared first on What's Up Newp.

Obituary: Maximilian Ringseisen

13.03.2026 11:03 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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This Day in RI History: March 13, 1799 -Oliver Shaw born in Newport " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Oliver-Shaw.png?fit=197%2C300&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Oliver-Shaw.png?fit=212%2C323&ssl=1" /> Oliver Shaw was one of the first important American classical composers. Due to a childhood accident and later a case of yellow fever, he was totally blind when he composed many of his most notable works. His works included many references to local places including “Taunton,” “Bristol” and “Trip to Pawtucket.” Shaw also composed numerous […] The post This Day in RI History: March 13, 1799 -Oliver Shaw born in Newport appeared first on What's Up Newp.

This Day in RI History: March 13, 1799 -Oliver Shaw born in Newport

13.03.2026 10:05 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Williams scores 22 as Duquesne downs Rhode Island 67-61 in Atlantic 10 Conference Tournament Pexels.com","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"basketball hoop in basketball court","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="pexels-photo-1752757" data-image-description="" data-image-caption=" Photo by Markus Spiske on Pexels.com " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/pexels-photo-1752757.jpeg?fit=300%2C196&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/pexels-photo-1752757.jpeg?fit=780%2C509&ssl=1" /> PITTSBURGH (AP) — Alex Williams helped lead Duquesne past Rhode Island on Thursday with 22 points off of the bench in a 67-61 win at the Atlantic 10 Conference Tournament. Williams added eight rebounds for the Dukes (18-14). Jimmie Williams added 17 points while going 7 of 12 from the floor. Tarence Guinyard shot 4 […] The post Williams scores 22 as Duquesne downs Rhode Island 67-61 in Atlantic 10 Conference Tournament appeared first on What's Up Newp.

Williams scores 22 as Duquesne downs Rhode Island 67-61 in Atlantic 10 Conference Tournament

13.03.2026 09:56 👍 0 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Providence ousted from Big East Tournament, expected to fire coach Kim English " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/BEast_Providence_St_Johns_Basketball_26071617297105-1-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C200&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/BEast_Providence_St_Johns_Basketball_26071617297105-1-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&ssl=1" /> By MIKE FITZPATRICK AP Sports Writer NEW YORK (AP) — It appears Kim English’s three-year tenure at Providence is over. With the 37-year-old coach expected to be fired soon, the Friars (15-18) were eliminated from the Big East Tournament when they lost 85-72 to No. 13 St. John’s in the quarterfinals Thursday at Madison Square Garden. “I’m […] The post Providence ousted from Big East Tournament, expected to fire coach Kim English appeared first on What's Up Newp.

Providence ousted from Big East Tournament, expected to fire coach Kim English

12.03.2026 21:23 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Ejiofor and Hopkins lead No. 13 St. John’s to an 85-72 win over Providence in Big East quarterfinals " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/BEast_Providence_St_Johns_Basketball_26071617393115-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C200&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/BEast_Providence_St_Johns_Basketball_26071617393115-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&ssl=1" /> By MIKE FITZPATRICK AP Sports Writer NEW YORK (AP) — Zuby Ejiofor had 21 points, 10 rebounds, five assists and three blocks as No. 13 St. John’s opened its defense of last year’s Big East Tournament title by blowing out Providence 85-72 in the quarterfinals Thursday. Bryce Hopkins added 14 points and a season-high 13 boards against his former […] The post Ejiofor and Hopkins lead No. 13 St. John’s to an 85-72 win over Providence in Big East quarterfinals appeared first on What's Up Newp.

Ejiofor and Hopkins lead No. 13 St. John’s to an 85-72 win over Providence in Big East quarterfinals

12.03.2026 21:01 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Newport Mansions’ ‘Sessions’ music video series features local duo Laden Valley at The Elms " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Laden-Valley-5-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C200&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Laden-Valley-5-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&ssl=1" /> The Newport Mansions’ new music video series “Sessions” continues this month with a live performance from Newport-based roots-folk duo Laden Valley, recorded at The Elms mansion. The video is available now on the Newport Mansions YouTube channel at youtube.com/@newport.mansions. Laden Valley — Evan St. Martin and Dave Sarazen — draw on the sonic palette of […] The post Newport Mansions’ ‘Sessions’ music video series features local duo Laden Valley at The Elms appeared first on What's Up Newp.

Newport Mansions’ ‘Sessions’ music video series features local duo Laden Valley at The Elms

12.03.2026 17:48 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Newport Tree Conservancy opens applications for community tree planting program " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/279895972_363352062497680_2781033747242266006_n.jpg?fit=300%2C300&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/279895972_363352062497680_2781033747242266006_n.jpg?fit=480%2C480&ssl=1" /> The Newport Tree Conservancy is accepting applications for its annual Community Tree Program, which provides residents with free or subsidized trees to plant at their homes. The program aims to plant around 120 trees each year to offset losses from damage, decay and disease. Trees are free for residents living within Newport’s Health Equity Zone […] The post Newport Tree Conservancy opens applications for community tree planting program appeared first on What's Up Newp.

Newport Tree Conservancy opens applications for community tree planting program

12.03.2026 17:43 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Massachusetts town, World Cup organizers come to agreement over security funding to stage games " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WCup_Massachusetts_Security_Agreement_26071592653508-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C200&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/WCup_Massachusetts_Security_Agreement_26071592653508-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&ssl=1" /> FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The fate of World Cup games set to be played in Massachusetts this summer is no longer in limbo. For weeks, the town of Foxborough — home to the NFL’s New England Patriots and their Gillette Stadium site scheduled to host seven World Cup tournament matches in June and July — had been […] The post Massachusetts town, World Cup organizers come to agreement over security funding to stage games appeared first on What's Up Newp.

Massachusetts town, World Cup organizers come to agreement over security funding to stage games

12.03.2026 16:44 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Hockey player who lost family in Rhode Island shooting scores winning goal in double overtime " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Ice_Rink_Shooting_26048623808806-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C200&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Ice_Rink_Shooting_26048623808806-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&ssl=1" /> PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — High school senior hockey player Colin Dorgan, wearing a patch on his jersey honoring the three family members he lost in a Rhode Island ice rink shooting last month, scored a game-winning goal in double overtime Wednesday that advanced the Blackstone Valley Co-op team out of the semifinals. Colin Dorgan was on the […] The post Hockey player who lost family in Rhode Island shooting scores winning goal in double overtime appeared first on What's Up Newp.

Hockey player who lost family in Rhode Island shooting scores winning goal in double overtime

12.03.2026 14:43 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Obituary: Paraskevi Mandros " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/lg-2026-03-12T081357.620.jpeg?fit=169%2C300&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/lg-2026-03-12T081357.620.jpeg?fit=576%2C1024&ssl=1" /> Paraskevi “Voula” Mandros, a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and the beloved heart of her family’s home, passed away at the age of 89, leaving behind a legacy of faith, resilience, and unconditional love. Voula was born in the mountains of Greece in the small village of Lia. Her childhood was shaped by the challenges of growing up during […] The post Obituary: Paraskevi Mandros appeared first on What's Up Newp.

Obituary: Paraskevi Mandros

12.03.2026 12:19 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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How doula support enhances the pregnancy journey " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Doula-and-client-breathing-excersizes-scaled.jpeg?fit=300%2C200&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Doula-and-client-breathing-excersizes-scaled.jpeg?fit=780%2C520&ssl=1" /> Considering Doula support for your pregnancy journey? Join us for Meet the Doulas at South County Health.  Register Today > For many expectant parents, preparing for birth involves choosing an obstetric provider, attending prenatal visits, and creating a plan for delivery. Increasingly, families are also considering the support of a doula—a trained professional who provides […] The post How doula support enhances the pregnancy journey appeared first on What's Up Newp.

How doula support enhances the pregnancy journey

12.03.2026 10:53 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Newport City Council advances parking permit overhaul, delays short-term rental rules " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Screenshot-2026-03-12-at-4.24.57-AM.png?fit=300%2C205&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Screenshot-2026-03-12-at-4.24.57-AM.png?fit=780%2C532&ssl=1" /> The Newport City Council voted March 11 to advance a sweeping overhaul of the city’s long-strained residential parking permit program while sending a years-in-the-making package of short-term rental restrictions back to a workshop — two decisions that exposed the competing pressures shaping daily life in one of Rhode Island’s most visited cities. A Parking System […] The post Newport City Council advances parking permit overhaul, delays short-term rental rules appeared first on What's Up Newp.

Newport City Council advances parking permit overhaul, delays short-term rental rules

12.03.2026 08:47 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Providence defeats Butler 91-81 in Big East Conference Tournament Pexels.com","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"basketball hoop in basketball court","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="pexels-photo-1752757-6" data-image-description="" data-image-caption=" Photo by Markus Spiske on Pexels.com " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/pexels-photo-1752757-6.jpeg?fit=300%2C196&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/pexels-photo-1752757-6.jpeg?fit=780%2C509&ssl=1" /> NEW YORK (AP) — Stefan Vaaks had 28 points in Providence’s 91-81 victory against Butler on Wednesday in the Big East Conference Tournament. Vaaks shot 9 for 16, including 8 for 13 from beyond the arc for the Friars (15-17). Ryan Mela added 23 points while going 10 of 14 (2 for 4 from 3-point […] The post Providence defeats Butler 91-81 in Big East Conference Tournament appeared first on What's Up Newp.

Providence defeats Butler 91-81 in Big East Conference Tournament

11.03.2026 23:16 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Obituary: Francis Cardoza " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/lg-2026-03-11T182538.183.jpeg?fit=213%2C300&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/lg-2026-03-11T182538.183.jpeg?fit=728%2C1024&ssl=1" /> It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Francis “Frank” “Duke” Cardoza, beloved husband, friend, and dedicated community member, who left this world on March 3, 2026, at the age of 87. Born on August 30, 1938, Francis lived a life rich with experience, service, and love. Francis proudly served his country […] The post Obituary: Francis Cardoza appeared first on What's Up Newp.

Obituary: Francis Cardoza

11.03.2026 22:31 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Flanked by labor and Democratic leaders, RI Secretary of State Gregg Amore kicks off reelection bid " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG_4155-2048x1365-1.jpg?fit=300%2C200&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/IMG_4155-2048x1365-1.jpg?fit=780%2C520&ssl=1" /> by Alexander Castro, Rhode Island CurrentMarch 11, 2026 Democratic Rhode Island Secretary of State Gregg Amore launched his reelection campaign on his home turf Wednesday in the company of his many friends in high places, from General Assembly leaders to local union and party bosses. Also present: the GOP opponent Amore beat in the 2022 […] The post Flanked by labor and Democratic leaders, RI Secretary of State Gregg Amore kicks off reelection bid appeared first on What's Up Newp.

Flanked by labor and Democratic leaders, RI Secretary of State Gregg Amore kicks off reelection bid

11.03.2026 22:26 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Newport warns of scam targeting city applicants The city of Newport is warning businesses and residents of a scam targeting people with pending or current applications before the city.

Newport warns of scam targeting city applicants

11.03.2026 20:11 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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City of Newport warns residents and businesses of permit payment scam " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/unnamed-2024-10-25T073021.378-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C225&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/unnamed-2024-10-25T073021.378-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C585&ssl=1" /> The City of Newport is warning residents and businesses of a sophisticated scam targeting individuals with pending or current applications before the city. The scam involves fraudulent emails containing fake invoices requesting payment for permit review or Planning Commission application fees. The emails use official city branding and direct recipients to send wire transfers to […] The post City of Newport warns residents and businesses of permit payment scam appeared first on What's Up Newp.

City of Newport warns residents and businesses of permit payment scam

11.03.2026 15:09 👍 1 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Progressive states revive push to tax the rich as wealth disparity deepens across the US " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/US_Tax_The_Rich_States_26069818409270-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C200&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/US_Tax_The_Rich_States_26069818409270-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&ssl=1" /> By KIMBERLEE KRUESI, GEOFF MULVIHILL and CEDAR ATTANASIO Associated Press PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Chuck Collins figures he won life’s lottery by inheriting vast sums of money through his great-grandfather Oscar Mayer’s processed meat company, but rather than fight to protect every dime Collins has helped push to hike taxes on the ultrarich like himself. […] The post Progressive states revive push to tax the rich as wealth disparity deepens across the US appeared first on What's Up Newp.

Progressive states revive push to tax the rich as wealth disparity deepens across the US

11.03.2026 15:00 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Mia Hamm, Kristine Lilly, and Tisha Venturini Hoch to lead allergy-friendly soccer clinic at St. George’s School in May " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Meetthecoaches.webp?fit=300%2C265&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Meetthecoaches.webp?fit=780%2C689&ssl=1" /> Three Olympic gold medalists will take the field at St. George’s School this spring for the 2nd Annual Food Allergy-Friendly Soccer Clinic, a fundraiser supporting efforts to expand epinephrine access across Newport County. Mia Hamm, Kristine Lilly and Tisha Venturini Hoch — World Cup champions, Hall of Famers and three of the most celebrated names […] The post Mia Hamm, Kristine Lilly, and Tisha Venturini Hoch to lead allergy-friendly soccer clinic at St. George’s School in May appeared first on What's Up Newp.

Mia Hamm, Kristine Lilly, and Tisha Venturini Hoch to lead allergy-friendly soccer clinic at St. George’s School in May

11.03.2026 14:56 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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RIPTA to detour three Newport bus routes Saturday for St. Patrick’s Day Parade " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/117321022_3623382121014771_6381613890673608561_n.jpg?fit=300%2C173&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/117321022_3623382121014771_6381613890673608561_n.jpg?fit=780%2C449&ssl=1" /> The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority will detour three bus routes in Newport on Saturday, March 14, to accommodate the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. Routes 60, 63 and 67 will operate on modified paths between 8:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. All three routes will bypass the parade route along Thames Street and America’s Cup Avenue, […] The post RIPTA to detour three Newport bus routes Saturday for St. Patrick’s Day Parade appeared first on What's Up Newp.

RIPTA to detour three Newport bus routes Saturday for St. Patrick’s Day Parade

11.03.2026 13:08 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Portsmouth historian to lead lecture series marking 250th anniversary of American Revolution " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/1773170100659blob.jpg?fit=300%2C147&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/1773170100659blob.jpg?fit=780%2C382&ssl=1" /> Local historian Fred Zilian, Ph.D., will lead a series of lectures across Rhode Island this spring and summer marking the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, with a particular focus on the state’s role in the conflict. Zilian, founder of Pegasus Enrichment Services in Newport, will kick off the series March 21 with “Caty and […] The post Portsmouth historian to lead lecture series marking 250th anniversary of American Revolution appeared first on What's Up Newp.

Portsmouth historian to lead lecture series marking 250th anniversary of American Revolution

11.03.2026 10:04 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Drivers urged to use caution near Jamestown Verrazzano Bridge work zone beginning March 17 The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority will begin work “on a small bridge” on the westbound side of the Jamestown Verrazzano Bridge on Monday, March 17, with alternating lane closures in effect from 5 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily. Drivers are urged to slow down and pay attention through the work zone. The post Drivers urged to use caution near Jamestown Verrazzano Bridge work zone beginning March 17 appeared first on What's Up Newp.

Drivers urged to use caution near Jamestown Verrazzano Bridge work zone beginning March 17

11.03.2026 09:59 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Gerry Goldstein: A need for saintly intervention Pexels.com","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"photo of the george washington statue in boston against a clear sky","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="pexels-photo-15691685" data-image-description="" data-image-caption=" Photo by Chirag VIru on Pexels.com " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/pexels-photo-15691685.jpeg?fit=200%2C300&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/pexels-photo-15691685.jpeg?fit=683%2C1024&ssl=1" /> On March 17th we can mark not just the day honoring St. Patrick, who in legend drove the snakes out of Ireland, but also the 250th anniversary of the day George Washington drove the British out of Boston. While St. Patrick’s achievement is largely mythic, General Washington’s is real. It’s considered the first major victory […] The post Gerry Goldstein: A need for saintly intervention appeared first on What's Up Newp.

Gerry Goldstein: A need for saintly intervention

11.03.2026 09:55 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Wembanyama powers Spurs through physical victory over Celtics, 125-116 " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Celtics_Spurs_Basketball_26070092549258-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C200&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Celtics_Spurs_Basketball_26070092549258-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&ssl=1" /> By RAUL DOMINGUEZ Associated Press SAN ANTONIO (AP) — Victor Wembanyama matched a career-high with eight 3-pointers, scoring 39 points and grabbing 11 rebounds and the San Antonio Spurs beat Boston 125-116 on Tuesday night to sweep a contentious two-game season series with the Celtics. De’Aaron Fox had 25 points and Stephon Castle added 18 […] The post Wembanyama powers Spurs through physical victory over Celtics, 125-116 appeared first on What's Up Newp.

Wembanyama powers Spurs through physical victory over Celtics, 125-116

11.03.2026 09:50 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Rhode Island Senate passes Jamestown senior property tax relief bill Pexels.com","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"dome of rhode island state house","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="pexels-photo-19016683" data-image-description="" data-image-caption=" Photo by Aashish Rai on Pexels.com " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/pexels-photo-19016683.jpeg?fit=264%2C300&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/pexels-photo-19016683.jpeg?fit=780%2C887&ssl=1" /> The Rhode Island Senate has approved legislation that would expand property tax relief for senior residents of Jamestown, sending the bill to Gov. Daniel McKee for consideration. The bill, sponsored by Sen. Dawn Euer (D-Dist. 13, Newport, Jamestown), extends Jamestown’s existing sliding-scale property tax exemption program for seniors to include those with incomes between 220% […] The post Rhode Island Senate passes Jamestown senior property tax relief bill appeared first on What's Up Newp.

Rhode Island Senate passes Jamestown senior property tax relief bill

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