The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) today announced that it will permanently close the old Downtown Newport exit on Route 138 East coming into Aquidneck Island from the Pell […]
Author Archives: Ryan Belmore
Ryan Belmore is the Owner and Publisher of What'sUpNewp. He has been involved with What’sUpNewp since shortly after its launch in 2012, proudly leading it to be named Best Local News Blog in Rhode Island by Rhode Island Monthly readers in 2018, 2019, and 2020.
Born and raised in Rhode Island, he spent 38 years living in Rhode Island - growing up in Central Falls, Smithfield, West Warwick and Coventry, which is where he graduated high school. After high school, Ryan living in East Greenwich and Providence home, before making Newport home for more than a decade. In 2017, Ryan met his wife in Newport and they were married in Newport in 2020.
In support of his amazing wife and an exciting career opportunity for her, he moved to Virginia, with his wife and two rescue dogs, in August 2021. He travels back to Newport at least once a month and What'sUpNewp continues to be his sole career focus.
With the support of an amazing team of paid on-the-ground contributors, he is passionate and dedicated to building What'sUpNewp into the go-to news source for Newport, Newport County, and beyond.
Ryan currently serves on the Board of Directors for Potter League for Animals. He has previously served on the board of Fort Adams Trust, Lucy's Hearth, and The Arts & Cultural Alliance of Newport County.
Ryan is a member of Local Independent Online News Publishers (LION), Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ), and North American Snowsports Journalists Association (NASJA).
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No credible threat found after shelter-in-place at Thompson Middle School
Newport School Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain tells What’s Up Newp that no credible threat was found after Thompson Middle School went into a shelter-in-place earlier this afternoon. “This afternoon a […]
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DEM invites the public to celebrate 150 years of the Eisenhower House at special holiday events
This holiday season, the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) invites the public to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Eisenhower House at Fort Adams State Park in Newport by attending special events being held […]
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Ellen Pinnock honored with the Joan C. Arnold Civic Participation Award
The League of Women Voters, Newport County has named Ellen Pinnock, Director of Community Engagement at FabNewport, as the 2023 recipient of the Joan C. Arnold Civic Participation Award. The […]
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First off, thank you for following us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (and if you don’t already, you know what to do). If you want more local news and to make sure that you […]
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Newport Police reports for Nov. 30 – Dec. 1
Here’s a look at the Newport Police Department arrest and dispatch logs for Thursday, November 30 through 7 am on Friday, December 1, 2023. What’sUpNewp has edited the arrest log […]
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Now Hiring – What’sUpNewp: Local Government Reporter
What’sUpNewp, an independent online news publisher, is looking for a reporter to join our growing team. The Local Government Reporter will cover what’s happening in government and politics across Aquidneck […]
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What’s Up in Newport: Friday, December 1
Good Morning. Today is Friday, December 1, 2023. 🎅 Beginning Tuesday, December 12th, Santa will be escorted by Newport’s Fire and Police Departments for his annual tour of Newport’s neighborhoods. […]
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Preservation Society of Newport County provides more info regarding its appeal of wind farms off Rhode Island coast
Today, in response to numerous media inquiries, the Preservation Society of Newport County released additional responsive information about its announcement on November 22, 2023, that it was appealing federal agency approval of […]
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What’s Up this weekend in Newport: Dec. 1 – 3
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do this weekend in and around Newport, Rhode Island. Friday, December 1 Things To Do Live Music & Entertainment Local Government Saturday, December […]
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Newport Fire, Police to escort Santa through Newport neighborhoods
With the holiday season officially upon us, the City of Newport today announced that their first responders are once again busy preparing for the return of Santa’s nightly rides. Beginning […]
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Marla Romash named to Discover Newport Board of Directors
Marla Romash, co-owner and Pastry Chef at Our Table Jamestown has been appointed to Discover Newport’s Board of Directors representing Jamestown. “This is such a special part of Rhode Island, with […]
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What’s Up in Newport: Thursday, Nov. 30
Good Morning. Today is Thursday, November 30, 2023. 🎭 WUN’s Frank O’Donnell was at PPAC for the opening night of Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical. Here’s his review. […]
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Newport Police reports for Nov. 29 – 30
Here’s a look at the Newport Police Department arrest and dispatch logs for Wednesday, November 29 through 7 am on Thursday, November 30, 2023. What’sUpNewp has edited the arrest log to […]
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Waterfront Charlestown home fetches $3.495 million
Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty today announced the sale of 20A West End Road in Charlestown, Rhode Island for $3,495,000. The sellers were represented by Ray Mott, Broker/Co-owner, and Stephen Murphy, Sales […]
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2023 RI Life Index shows Rhode Islanders still perceive steep challenges in housing, cost of living and access to healthcare and nutritious food
The 5th Annual RI Life Index, a statewide survey created by Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island (BCBSRI) and the Brown University School of Public Health, shows Rhode Islanders still […]
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Be a part of the next chapter in Star’s story
Meet your new best friend, Star – this week’s adoptable dog of the week! Available for adoption at the Potter League for Animals Animal Care and Adoption Center in Middletown, […]
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Eastern Rhode Island Conservation District will host a workshop on funding opportunities for farmers
Eastern Rhode Island Conservation District (ERICD) will hold an information session for Rhode Island farmers and landowners on Monday, December 4 at 6:00PM at the Tiverton Library, 34 Roosevelt Avenue, […]
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Bellevue Asset Management acquires Newport Lobster Company
Newport Lobster Company (“NPLC”) and Bellevue Asset Management (“BAM”) today announced via a press release that on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, NPLC joined the BAM family of companies. NPLC has, for […]
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SantaCon returns to Newport on Dec. 9
Dozens of “Santas” are expected to take to the streets of Newport on Saturday, December 9 to take part in the annual event known as SantaCon. SantaCon is a free-to-attend non-commercial, […]
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What’s Up in Newport: Wednesday, November 29
Good Morning. Today is Wednesday, November 29, 2023. 📺 Tune On In: Newport School Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain will join What’sUpNewp for a one-on-one live virtual video conversation today at 1:30 pm. Watch […]
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Newport Police reports for Nov. 28 – 29
Here’s a look at the Newport Police Department arrest and dispatch logs for Tuesday, November 28 through 7 am on Wednesday, November 29, 2023. What’sUpNewp has edited the arrest log to […]
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Tune In: A conversation with Newport School Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain
Newport School Superintendent Colleen Burns Jermain will join What’sUpNewp for a one-on-one live virtual video conversation at 1:30 pm on Wednesday, November 29, 2023. Have a question for the superintendent? […]
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RIDOH and DEM recommend lifting restrictions for Blue-Green Algae in Melville Ponds and Carbuncle Pond
The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) recommend lifting the advisory restricting recreational activities at Upper and Lower Melville Ponds in Portsmouth […]
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The Sailing Museum expands operational capabilities with the addition of three new hires
The Board of Directors of The Sailing Museum and National Sailing Hall of Fame announced today that three new hires have joined the staff: Jared Casci as Administrator and Volunteer […]