The Newport Art Museum will welcome independent writer, critic, and art historian Avis Berman for a talk on Friday, May 17 at 5 pm entitled “Distilling the American Flavor: Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney, Juliana Force, and the Creation of the Whitney Museum.” This fascinating lecture, in celebration of the Museum’s current exhibition, Gertrude Vanderbilt Whitney: Sculpture, will explore the lives and […]
Ryan Belmore
Ryan Belmore is the owner and publisher of What's Up Newp. He took over the publication in 2012 and has grown it into a three-time Rhode Island Monthly Best Local News Blog (2018, 2019, 2020).
He was named LION Publishers Member of the Year in 2020 and received the Dominique Award from the Arts & Cultural Society of Newport County the same year. He has been awarded grants for investigative and community journalism, and continues to coach and mentor new local news publications nationwide.
Ryan is a member of the Society of Professional Journalists, Online News Association, and Local Independent Online News Publishers. He is committed to the codes of ethics of these organizations: accuracy, independence, accountability, and transparency.
In Newport, Ryan served on the boards of the Fort Adams Trust and Potter League for Animals, and hosted a daily radio talk show for four years.
In 2021, Ryan moved to Alexandria, Virginia, to support his wife Jen's career. He launched The Alexandria Brief in 2025, applying what he learned in Newport to a new community. With the help of some talented on-the-ground contributors, he still runs What's Up Newp — and always will.
Contact: ryan@whatsupnewp.com.
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Senator Euer, Representative Carson host Arbor Day event at State House
Senator Dawn Euer and Representative Lauren Carson recently held a public celebration of trees and their essential role in Rhode Island’s ecology at the State House. The event was held Thursday to foster public conversation regarding trees and their stake in our communities. Among those who spoke were Sen. Bridget G. Valverde (D-Dist. 35, North […]
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Cruise Ship Schedule: 91 cruise ships will visit Newport in 2019
Discover Newport, the official convention and visitors bureau for Newport and Brisol counties, has published the 2019 Cruise Ship Schedule. In 2019, Newport Harbor will welcome more than ninety cruise ships between May – November. Looking back over the last few years, ninety-five cruise ships were scheduled in 2018, eighty in 2017, sixty-one in 2016, […]
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Outdoor Farmers’ Markets open this week in Newport and Middletown
For lovers of fresh local produce and food, it’s time to celebrate as this week will see the opening of the 25th summer season of Aquidneck Growers’ Markets in Middletown and Newport. Their Newport market will open outdoors on Wednesday afternoon, May 15, from 2 PM to 6 PM on Memorial Boulevard , and […]
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VIDEO: Season Preview, Premiere for The Bachelorette includes scenes from Fort Adams, Newport
The Bachelorette’s Season 15 Premiere aired on ABC on Monday night and included scenes that were recently filmed in Newport. Included in the Season Premiere and in Facebook video (like below) were scenes of a rugby match that took place at Fort Adams in Newport back in March. In some videos, the Newport Pell Bridge […]
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VIDEO: ABC6 catches up with Peter Farrelly in Newport
Earlier this month, What’sUpNewp and Jane Pickens Theater co-hosted a 20th Anniversary screening of Outside Providence at Jane Pickens Theater in Newport. Among the sold-out crowd, were many of the staff and crew that made the movie possible — co-writer Bobby Farrelly, Director Michael Corrente, and co-writer and author Peter Farrelly. Earlier this year, Farrelly […]
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RITBA hosting Community Information Sessions this week on Newport Pell Bridge Deck Project
The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA) is inviting the public to attend community information sessions regarding the Deck Project on Newport Pell Bridge this week. There will be two opportunities for individuals to attend and learn more information about the project. WHAT: Newport Pell Bridge Deck Project Community Information Sessions WHO: Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge […]
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City of Newport launches new website
The City of Newport launched the first phase of a newly redesigned website today that is intended to provide better access and more digital capabilities for residents, visitors, and businesses. The new CityofNewport.com is the culmination of a more than yearlong design-build process, and will serve as a focal point to the City’s broader communications efforts, according […]
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60+ things to do in Newport this week: May 13 – 20
Here’s what’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport this week, enjoy! Monday, May 13 11 am – The Season Opener at Newport County Club11:30 am – Marina Cafe and Pub opens for the season4:45 pm & 7:30 pm – Tolkien at Jane Pickens Theater5:30 pm – Newport School Committee Facilities Subcommittee Meeting Tuesday, May 14 4:45 pm […]
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Where to find live music and entertainment this week: May 13 – 20
Here’s what’s happening in and around Newport this week for entertainment and live music, enjoy! You might also like – 60+ things to do in Newport this week: May 13 – 20 Monday, May 13 Diego’s Newport – Trivia at 10 pmFastnet Pub – The Ubiquitones at 9:30 pmFifth Element – The Groove Merchants at 7 pmJane […]
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The Arts and Cultural Alliance of Newport County to host “Raise Up the Arts!” Artist Awards Party and Fundraiser on June 5
The Arts & Cultural Alliance of Newport County announced today that they will host “Raise Up the Arts! Artist Awards Party & Fundraiser”, a celebration of the artists of Newport County, on June 5, 2019 at 6:00 pm at VUE in Newport. According to the announcement, this inspiring night will feature one-night-only performances from the […]
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KVH announces sale of maritime training business for $90 Million, will move forward with focus on core strategic initiatives
Middletown-based KVH Industries, Inc. announced today that it has sold its maritime training business, the Videotel group of companies, to an affiliate of Oakley Capital for a base purchase price of $90 million, on a cash-free, debt-free basis, subject to working capital adjustments. The sale was completed immediately upon execution of definitive agreements. “As part of our long-term […]
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Now Hiring In Newport: 125 job opportunities available right now
Looking for a new part-time gig, job, or career? Here’s who’s hiring right now in and around Newport, Rhode Island. All jobs have been posted within the last seven days and are within five miles of downtown Newport. 22 Bowen’s – Server A Market – Prepared Foods Kitchen / Service Advanced Building Concepts – Associate […]
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Where to dine with mom on Mother’s Day
This story was originally published at 10:55 am on May 4, 2019. Mother’s Day is on Sunday, May 12th, and chances are that you’re scrambling around at the last minute looking to make those plans to celebrate your beautiful and amazing Mom! Here’s a look at where to dine and what to do with Mom […]
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RITBA: Deck Project on Newport Pell Bridge will resume Sunday, May 12th
This story was originally published at 1:33 pm on May 6th. The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority issued the following press release on Monday, May 6th; Starting Sunday, May 12thThe Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA) will recommence the significant structural rehabilitation project on the Newport Pell Bridge. RITBA will replace approximately 4,500 feet […]
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Newport Firsts: 2019 marks 120th anniversary of first automobile parade in the U.S.
This summer marks the 120th anniversary of the first parade of horseless carriages in the United States, which took place on September 7, 1899 in Newport. With that in mind, as well as the wide array of automobile events and happenings happening in Newport, we turned to Brian Stinson, author of Newport Firsts: A Hundred Claims […]
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Aquidneck Island Road Report: Scheduled lane closures and traffic delays for May 11 – 18
Here’s what’s on tap for road construction and traffic this upcoming week. Of note, RITBA: Deck Project on Newport Pell Bridge will resume Sunday, May 12th Rhode Island Department of Transportation The following road and lane closure notices are effective for the week of May 11-17, 2019. All schedules are weather-dependent and subject to change. […]
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Alliance Francaise to celebrate Rochambeau Monument completion and 75th Anniversary of D-Day
The Alliance Française of Newport will celebrate the completion of the Restoration of The Rochambeau Monument on Thursday, June 6, 2019 at 5:30 p.m. at King Park. AFN will also be celebrating the special bond between the people of France and The United States over the centuries on this day, the 75th Anniversary of D-Day. […]
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Where to find live music and entertainment this weekend: May 10 – 12
Here’s where to find comedy, live music, karaoke, movies, and more this weekend. Friday, May 10 Atlantic Beach Resort – Live music at 7 pmBuskers Irish Pub – Live music at 9 pmCeltica – Karaoke at 10 pmClarke Cooke House – DJ in the Boom Boom Room at 9 pmDiego’s Barrio & Cantina – Live music […]
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20+ things to do in Newport this weekend: May 10 – 12
Discover all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport, Rhode Island this weekend, enjoy! Friday, May 10th Naval War College to host Army-Navy baseball game at Cardines Field 8:30 am – Composites Technology at IYRS: Troubleshooting Composites Production11:30 am – Army Navy Baseball Game at Cardines Field12 pm – 2019 16th Annual Fox Donnelly Golf […]
Posted inEnvironment & Health, Things To Do
Opening of 28th Newport International Polo Series will see Chile take on USA on June 1st
The Newport International Polo Series, Presented by Brahmin is pleased to announce that will open its 28th season on Saturday, June 1st, 2019 at 5pm with USA vs. Chile. The highly anticipated return of Chile this year will mark their 7th appearance since 1996. The teams will be introduced on the eve of the match at the Season Kick-off Celebration thrown by the Clarke Cooke House […]
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Salve business students report university has a $68 million economic impact on Aquidneck Island
Undergraduate business students who conducted an independent study assessing the economic impact of Salve Regina University on its surrounding communities revealed their findings at a press conference before university officials and community leaders on Thursday. Econometrics students presented and spoke to a long list of research and data included in “Salve Regina University’s Economic Impact […]
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Aquidneck Island Robotics team honored at State House
The Press Office and Information Bureau for the Rhode Island General Assembly announced on Thursday that Representative Terri Cortvriend welcomed a team of high schoolers from across Rhode Island and Massachusetts to the State House recently to congratulate them on a successful season that sent them to the Robotics FIRST World Championship in April. AIR […]
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Shoes and Their Secret Stories: Newport Historical Society will host lecture with Dr. Kimberly Alexander
The Newport Historical Society invites you to join them for a lecture with 18th century fashion scholar Dr. Kimberly Alexander at the Newport Historical Resource Center, 82 Touro Street, Newport, RI on Thursday, May 23, 2019 at 6:00pm. Forgotten in cupboards, pushed into the back of drawers, secreted away behind walls and chimneybreasts, footwear frequently connotes a sense of the mystery of […]
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VIDEO: May 8th Newport City Council Meeting
Newport City Council hosted a Regular Council Meeting that last approximately one hour and forty minutes on Wednesday night. A large group of student athletes from Rogers High School and parents filled City Council chambers to ask for/show support for City Council to do what they can in the upcoming budget to help fix their […]