In just a handful of hours, 401Gives has crossed the halfway mark in realizing its goal to raise $1.5 million for Rhode Island nonprofits in a single day. With a flurry of gifts after 8:00 a.m., the effort is up to $782,516 and counting – the result of some 3,458 donors giving to 376 organizations. “This has […]
Ryan Belmore
Ryan Belmore is the Owner and Publisher of What'sUpNewp. He has been involved with the award-winning local news website since shortly after its launch in 2012, leading it to be named Best Local News Blog in Rhode Island by Rhode Island Monthly readers in 2018, 2019, and 2020. Ryan has spent 38 years living in Rhode Island, and after making Newport his home for more than a decade, he recently moved to Alexandria, Virginia to support his wife's career opportunity. Despite this move, Ryan continues to focus solely on What'sUpNewp and travels back to Newport at least once a month. He is dedicated to building the site into the go-to news source for Newport and beyond. Ryan is also a member of several organizations, including the Board of Directors for Potter League for Animals.
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What’s Up in Newport County today: Thursday, April 1
Good Morning & Happy April! First off, just a reminder that today is April 1, a.k.a. April Fools’ Day. Be careful of the pranks out there. >> In a non-joking matter, today (4/01) is 401Gives Day. 401Gives is Rhode Island’s statewide day of giving and the goal today is to raise at least $1.5 million […]
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Home on Gibbs Avenue in Newport sells for $2.5 million
Gustave White Sotheby’s International Realty today announced the sale of 357 Gibbs Avenue in Newport. An impressive colonial-style in the Kay/Catherine neighborhood, the property sold for $2,500,000. The sellers were represented by Rebecca King of Gustave White Sotheby’s International Realty. Alex Thursby of Lila Delman Real Estate represented the buyers. 357 Gibbs Avenue, Newport. Photo […]
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Providence City Council President Sabina Matos is Governor McKee’s nominee for Rhode Island Lieutenant Governor
Governor Dan McKee today announced Providence City Council President Sabina Matos as his nominee for Rhode Island Lieutenant Governor. If confirmed by the Rhode Island Senate, Matos would be the first Afro-Latina to serve as the state’s second-in-command. “I know Sabina will be a true partner in governing who is prepared to work closely with […]
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CCRI teams with a renowned poet for powerful narrative on race and social issues
Answering the not-so-obvious questions many are afraid to ask about race and racism, renowned Providence poet Christopher Johnson and The Wilbury Theatre Group join the Community College of Rhode Island Players next week to perform what Johnson calls his most powerful piece yet, Invoice for Emotional Labor. Recorded at CCRI’s Bobby Hackett Theatre, Invoice for Emotional Labor streams […]
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What’s Up in Newport County today: Wednesday, March 31
The latest What’s Up Newp newsletter is here. Sign up below and we’ll deliver this right to your inbox daily for free. Subscribe to our newsletter Good Morning, >> Governor McKee will announce his Lt. Governor nominee this morning at 10 am. According to multiple media reports, McKee plans to nominate Providence City Council President […]
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Greater Newport Chamber to host food drive for the MLK Center throughout April
The Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce will run its annual Ton of Love food drive to benefit the food pantry located at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center. The Ton of Love begins on April 1st and donations will be accepted throughout the month. This food drive is coordinated by the Chamber’s Ambassador Committee, […]
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Wickford in Bloom returning June 26 – 27
Historic Wickford, Inc. (HistWick) recently announced that it will be hosting Wickford in Bloom, Saturday, June 26 and Sunday, June 27, 2021, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm (rain or shine). This captivating, self-guided tour of Wickford’s most beautiful gardens begins in the center of charming Wickford Village at Updike Park (corner of Brown and Main […]
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Coventry, Westerly, West Greenwich, and South Kingstown to host special elections on May 4
Secretary of State Nellie M. Gorbea is reminding Rhode Islanders that special elections are scheduled in four communities across Rhode Island on May 4, 2021: • Coventry – Town Council, District 4 (one vacant seat) • South Kingstown – Special Referendum Election, one question totaling $85 million • West Greenwich – Town Council (one vacant […]
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Restore Greater Newport asks General Assembly to preserve Real Jobs RI in the upcoming budget
Restore Greater Newport today issued a press release calling on the Rhode Island General Assembly to increase funding for Real Jobs RI. Restore Greater Newport is an organized coalition of business, tourism, hospitality, manufacturing and marine entities. According to the Department of Labor and Training’s website, Real Jobs RI grows business-led partnerships that build workforce solutions […]
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WATCH | A conversation with Heather Hole Strout, Executive Director of MLK Center
Heather Hole Strout, Executive Director of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center (MLK Center), joined What’s Up Newp at noon on Tuesday, March 30. We chatted about all that’s happening, new, and to do at the MLK Center, as well as previewed 401Gives, Rhode Island’s state-wide giving day that’s coming up on Thursday, […]
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What’s Up in Newport County today: Tuesday, March 30
Good Morning, >> Governor Dan McKee and the Rhode Island Department of Health yesterday announced that approximately 5,500 new COVID vaccination appointments will be made available this morning at 9 am to those currently eligible for the vaccine. Additionally, the Governor announced that beginning today, people who are 16 years of age and older, who […]
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‘Swinburne’ on Pelham Street in Newport sells for $4.55 million
Gustave White Sotheby’s International Realty today announced the sale of 115 Pelham Street. The property recently sold for $4,550,000. The seller was represented by Chris West, Broker/Owner of Gustave White Sotheby’s International Realty, and the buyer was represented by Annamarie Ringheim, Broker Associate of Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty. “Swinburne” is an elegant […]
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Approximately 5,500 new COVID vaccination appointments will be made available on Tuesday at 9 am
Governor Dan McKee and the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) today announced that approximately 5,500 new COVID vaccination appointments will be made available tomorrow at 9 a.m. Additionally, the Governor announced that beginning tomorrow, people who are 16 years of age and older, who live in one of eight hardest-hit ZIP codes covering parts […]
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What’s Up Newsletter: 100+ job opportunities; States with travel restrictions; 25 recent real estate sales
Here’s a look at the latest headlines on whatsupnewp.com, the latest COVID-19 and vaccination data, and a roundup of other Newport County-related news out there. Send news tips, story ideas, questions, and comments to ryan@whatsupnewp.com. What Sold: 25 Newport County real estate sales, transactions (March 22 – 28) Now Hiring: 100+ job opportunities available in […]
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Now Hiring: 100+ job opportunities available in and around Newport right now (March 29)
Looking for a new gig, job, or career? Here’s who’s hiring right now in the Newport area. All job opportunities were posted within the last seven days and are located within five miles of downtown Newport. Make sure you mention that you saw the job position on What’s Up Newp when applying! Have a job […]
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Rhode Island’s average gas price is down one cent, averaging $2.78 per gallon this week
Rhode Island’s average gas price is down one cent from last week ($2.79), averaging $2.78 per gallon, according to AAA Northeast’s weekly gas price update. Today’s price is 15 cents higher than a month ago ($2.63) and 66 cents higher than March 29, 2020 ($2.12). Rhode Island’s average gas price is 8 cents lower than the national average. “Growing supplies […]
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Tiverton Land Trust to host Pardon Gray Egg Hunt on Easter Sunday
The Tiverton Land Trust will host a Pardon Gray Egg Hunt on Sunday, April 4th. This is a great family opportunity to celebrate the arrival of Spring, gather in a responsible fashion as Covid requirements ease, and enjoy the quiet beauty of Pardon Gray preserve, the 230 acre open space that serves the Tiverton community […]
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WATCH: A conversation with musician Charlie Marie (April 5 at 7 pm)
Charlie Marie has a voice that will absolutely floor you, but what really makes the Rhode Island native stand out is her ability to write songs that tweak traditional country music tropes, or simply turn them on their head completely. Her latest single “El Paso,” which is based on an actual experience, is a perfect […]
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Newsletter: What’s Up in Newport County Today: Monday, March 29
The latest What’s Up Newp newsletter is here. Subscribe below and we’ll deliver this right to your inbox everyday. Good Morning, >> Those who remember the old Reeses commercial “you got chocolate in my peanut butter” might appreciate the new collaboration between Rejects Brewery and Hoist and Crane Coffee. You may recall, the two tastes […]
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What’s Up in Newport County this week: March 29 – April 4
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport County this week. This story will be updated throughout the week as additional events and meetings are announced, so check back often for updates. Have something you’d like to see on this list or a future list? Email the details to Ryan@whatsupnewp.com. What’s […]
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Coast Guard conducts medevac 60 miles south of Nantucket
The Coast Guard medevaced an injured fisherman 60 miles south of Nantucket, Sunday. At approximately 3:30 a.m., Coast Guard District One watchstanders received a notification from the crew of the commercial fishing vessel Furious, home-ported in Stonigton, Connecticut, reporting a 41-year-old crewmember who had received a hand injury and requested assistance. A Coast Guard Air Station […]
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1,000 COVID-19 vaccination appointments to be posted at 5 pm today
Governor Dan McKee and the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) announced today that additional COVID-19 vaccination appointments will be posted on www.vaccinateRI.org today at 5 p.m. Approximately 1,000 slots will be made available for the State-run clinic in South County (132 Fairgrounds Road, West Kingston). These appointments will be for slots on Monday. Vaccine is currently […]
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Newsletter: What’s Up in Newport County this weekend: March 27 – 28
Good Morning, >> Looking to get the vaccine? While 9,000 appointments were swallowed up within minutes last night, there is still a chance to book a vaccine this week. As of 6:55 am this morning, the Walmart in Newport (and Coventry and Warwick) had appointments available for next Saturday. Sign up here (yes, you have to sign […]
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Newport Chowder Company bringing their ‘Chowder Cart’ to Newport
In true New England fashion, chowder will soon be available from a cart in the City of NEwport. At their March 10 regular council meeting, Newport City Council approved a mobile food establishment cart permit for Newport Chowder Company. “We are beyond excited to announce that the Newport City Council granted Newport Chowder Company a […]