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Your Weekly Recap: Top Stories from What'sUpNewp
Here's what you may have missed this week.
Ryan Belmore
January 18, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 10 minutes
Local, independent news serving Newport County and Rhode Island.
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Good morning! It's Saturday, January 18—grab your coffee and catch up on this week's most-read stories on WhatsUpNewp.com.
TOP STORIES THIS WEEK
Local favorite shutters after three years, citing financial challenges despite growing sales
Public Forum, Online Survey to Help Shape Future Redevelopment
A massive proposal that could plug the commuter rail gap from New London to Wickford, improve rail traffic along the entire Northeast Corridor, is chugging along and won some much-needed help in a recent meeting between Gov. Dan McKee and other state officials, and Westerly town officials.
It’s important to recognize that the Newport County housing market has changed significantly since 2019, and while it’s natural to wish for the prices of the past, adjusting to today’s reality is key.
If you’re in the market for a single-family home priced under $600,000, you’re not alone.
We can do better than this. We must.
Newport Art Museum announces various staffing updates.
Five arrests made on various charges.
Portsmouth and Middletown students selected for prestigious week-long study of federal government, each to receive $10,000 scholarship
Few, if any, are familiar with Newport and the birth of US Navy diving, a proud tradition which continues today.
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Horror writer best known for his work in “Weird Tales” magazine
Eric Dixon scored 23 points to lead Villanova and Tyler Perkins sealed the victory with a layup with 42 seconds remaining as the Wildcats took down Providence 75-73 on Friday night.
Jayson Tatum scored 30 points and the Boston Celtics ran past the Orlando Magic 121-94 on Friday night.
With 26 opportunities scheduled, it’s shaping up to be a busy and exciting time for those looking to find their next home or investment property.
Restrictions in effect from 5 PM Sunday to noon Monday.
A survey of the Norman Bird Sanctuary shows that birds aren’t the only living things finding sanctum on the stewarded, conserved land
Westbound traffic to be impacted; Mount Hope Bridge also slated for shifting lane closures
All-Star outfielder Jarren Duran and the Boston Red Sox avoided arbitration when they agreed Friday to a one-year contract guaranteeing $3.85 million, a deal that includes an $8 million team option for 2026.
Lawmakers introduce bills on minimum wage, utility profits, and homelessness as Governor McKee delivers State of the State address
Judge Thunberg sentenced the defendant to 40 years with 17 years to serve and 40 years of probation.
Checking in with local breweries on favorite seasonal brews
Festivities from Feb 14-23, 2025 to feature tribute bands, magic shows, and family-friendly activities
New roles aim to boost local innovation hub and support emerging businesses in the region
Charlestown man has been sentenced in Kent County Superior Court to serve 17 years at the Adult Correctional Institutions
After several weeks of declining fuel prices in the latter part of 2024, costs at the pump are beginning to rise in the new year
One individual taken into custody on Thursday, January 16.
The U.S. Naval War College (NWC) Wargaming department (WGD) hosted the 13th iteration of its “Wargaming 101” introductory course, onboard Naval Station Newport, Jan. 7-16.
$850,000 in capital funds allocated over two years to train next generation of hospitality workers
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