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Nick Schorsch’s Audrain Heritage Restaurant/Hote Nick Schorsch’s Audrain Heritage Restaurant/Hotel Group has made another big move in Newport, announcing the acquisition of The Vanderbilt Hotel on Mary Street. The sale, announced via a quiet news dump to the Providence Journal on New Year’s Eve, adds to Audrain’s already extensive list of local properties. Schorsch, who moved from New York City to Newport about 12 years ago, has steadily built a substantial presence in town. His group’s holdings include La Forge Restaurant, Brick Alley Pub, Newport Craft Beer, The Red Parrot, Flo’s Clam Shacks, Audrain Automobile Museum, Audrain Motorsport, Audrain Park Place, Audrain Hospitality, La Costa Lobster and Tacos, Wally Weiners, Newport Lobster Company, Hilltop Inn, the Cluck House, the Cluck Truck, Amano Pizza, Newport Life Magazine, The Reef, Caleb & Broad, and the food concessions at Easton’s Beach. Some residents and business owners are beginning to question just how much one group should own. With so many Newport staples now under the Audrain umbrella, concerns are growing about whether the city’s character and local economy are becoming too closely tied to one entity. Many are left wondering what Audrain’s next move will be. Could it be a mansion on Bellevue Avenue for private events? Stay tuned, because in Schorsch’s Newport, there’s always another deal around the corner. #audrain #newportri #newportbuzz #vanderbilthotel #rhodeisland
Happy New Year! We want to express our gratitude—for you, and for the incredible milestone of 10 million readers in 2024. This wonderful community inspires us daily, and we can’t wait to see what 2025 holds. Let’s make it a year to remember, together! #newportbuzz #newportri #2024recap #rhodeisland
The @newport.mansions had a landmark year, celebra The @newport.mansions had a landmark year, celebrating monumental achievements in restoration, sustainability, and programming across its iconic properties. From opening private spaces to the public for the first time to hosting innovative exhibitions and events, 2024 was a year of growth and impact. 🌱 Sustainability First:
The installation of a geothermal climate-control system at Chateau-sur-Mer was a game-changer, reducing heating fuel consumption to zero this winter while protecting the mansion’s interiors. Chateau-sur-Mer became the fourth Preservation Society property to embrace geothermal technology, part of the organization’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions. 🏛 Historic Restorations:
Meticulous work brought new life to treasured landmarks. Highlights included the conservation of The Elms’ grand ceiling mural, the $3.3 million restoration of Isaac Bell House, and the repair and repointing of The Breakers’ 13 masonry chimneys. 🎨 Exhibitions and Programs:
Rosecliff hosted groundbreaking exhibitions, including “Gilded Age Newport in Color” in partnership with the Rhode Island Black Heritage Society and “Wild Imagination: Art and Animals in the Gilded Age,” which explores the transformation of animal imagery in art. Actress Denée Benton and historian Dr. Erica Armstrong Dunbar also drew crowds for their conversation about HBO’s The Gilded Age. 🎥 Lights, Camera, Action:
The Preservation Society worked closely with HBO during the filming of The Gilded Age Season 3, showcasing The Elms, Marble House, Chateau-sur-Mer, and The Breakers as Gilded Age icons. 🎉 Community Events:
The Newport Flower Show returned to Rosecliff, the Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival welcomed celebrity chef Jacques Pépin, and Sparkling Lights at The Breakers dazzled over 30,000 visitors during the holiday season. As the Preservation Society looks ahead to its 80th anniversary in 2025, the accomplishments of 2024 highlight its ongoing dedication to preserving Newport’s rich history, promoting sustainability, and engaging the community through education and programming. #NewportMansions #HistoricPreservation #GildedAge #newportri #newportbuzz
Happy New Year’s Eve, December 30th! Here’s Wh Happy New Year’s Eve, December 30th! Here’s What’s Happening in Newport today. @deborahwinthroplingerie @boteggabocconi @newportlobstershack @tavernonbroadway @thequenchernewport @stoneacregarden @viestesimplyitalian @davealvesmusic @newportblues @angelus.hall #newportbuzz #newportri #rhodeisland #scenesofnewengland #newengland #newyearseve #newyears2025
✨🎉 Newport is the place to be this New Year’s Eve! 🎉✨ From delicious meals to live music, dancing, and champagne toasts, we’ve rounded up the best spots to celebrate the start of 2025! 🥂💃 Here’s where to party: 🍝 @viestesimplyitalian & @hookednewport Fresh seafood, Italian delights, live music with @davealvesmusic, dancing, and a midnight champagne toast! 📍580 Thames St. Open 4:30 PM - 1 AM 🍻 @tavernonbroadway  Delicious pub fare, craft beers, cocktails, and a midnight champagne toast! 📍16 Broadway Open Noon - 1 AM 🎸 @newportblues  The ultimate party spot with live music by @angelus.hall all night! 📍286 Thanes St. Open 9 PM - 1 AM 🍝🥖 @thequenchernewport  Special NYE menu featuring an Antipasti Platter for 2, Seafood Fra Diavolo, and Pork Rosso Bucco! 📍95 Long Wharf Open Noon - 1 AM 🌮 @diegosnewport  Festive specials like Carne Asada for 2 and Chocolate Mole Trifle, paired with margs & cocktails! 📍11 Bowen’s Wharf Open Noon - 1 AM 🍸 @bar12newport  Serving up frothy craft cocktails and light bites for a stylish celebration! 📍12 Broadway Opens at 5 PM 🦪 @wharfsouthernkitchen  Boozy southern cocktails + a special NYE menu, including a juicy Cajun Tomahawk Ribeye, Oyster & Crab Bisque, and Stuffed Mushrooms! 📍37 Bowen’s Wharf Open Noon - 1 AM 🎆 Newport Buzz wishes you an amazing NYE and a spectacular start to 2025! Stay safe, have fun, and we’ll see you at the Easton’s Beach Polar Plunge in the morning! ❄️🌊 #NewYearsEve #NewportRI #rhodeisland #newportbuzz #newyears #2025
Governor Dan McKee and state officials addressed t Governor Dan McKee and state officials addressed the public Monday regarding the devastating RI Bridges data breach, which has exposed the personal information of approximately 650,000 Rhode Islanders. The compromised system, RIBridges, supports critical programs such as Medicaid, SNAP, and HealthSource RI. McKee confirmed that cybercriminal group Brain Cipher stole sensitive data from the system, including Social Security numbers and bank account details. Now, Deloitte has reported that some of these stolen files have been leaked onto a site on the dark web, escalating fears of identity theft. “This is a scenario we have been preparing for,” state officials said, referencing a recent outreach campaign encouraging residents to protect their personal information. IT teams are now scrambling to analyze the leaked files, but details on the scope of the breach remain murky. For weeks, officials have warned the public to assume that all data within the RIBridges system has been compromised. While there’s no confirmed evidence that the stolen data has been used for identity theft yet, officials emphasize the need for immediate precautions. They recommend five critical steps for Rhode Islanders: 1. Freeze Your Credit 2. Monitor Your Credit 3. Request a Fraud Alert 4. Enable Multi-factor Authentication 5. Stay Vigilant The state has launched a dedicated website, cyberalert.ri.gov, to provide updates and resources for residents, including how to protect minors. Officials are also working with Deloitte to identify impacted individuals. Those affected will receive letters with instructions for accessing free credit monitoring services. (full details at link in bio) #rhodeisland #ridatabreach #cybercrime #databreach #danmckee #newportbuzz
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