Portsmouth is the best city to buy a home in Rhode Island thanks to its solid median household income, according to a story published on Business Insider on January 2nd by GOBankingRates. GOBankingRates.com determined the best city to buy a home in every state, taking into account various factors, including school districts, property tax bills, […]
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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Middletown’s Undersea Technology Innovation Center Welcomes New Steering Committee Members
The Undersea Technology Innovation Center, a Middletown, Rhode Island-based hub for undersea technology excellence, has announced that they have welcomed two new members to its Steering Committee. Dr. Raymond Wright, Dean of Engineering for the University of Rhode Island and Jeffrey Grybowsky, CEO of Deepwater Wind have agreed to join the eight other Steering Committee […]
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Obituary for Maureen F. (Knowles) LaChance
Maureen F. (Knowles) LaChance, 63, of Newport died Tuesday, January 3, 2017 at home in Newport. She was the wife of the late Raymond LaChance. Born on October 21, 1953 in Detroit, MI, she was the daughter of the late Dr. Richard Robert Knowles and Colleen Patricia (O’Connell) Knowles. Maureen was an avid reader, gardener, […]
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Obituary for Juanito M. Egano, Jr.
Juanito M. Egano, Jr., 65, of Newport died Monday, January 3, 2017 at Newport Hospital. He was the husband of Benita (Abua) Egano. Born on March 18, 1951 in Capoocan. Leyte, the Philippines, he was the son of the late Juanito M. Egano Sr. and Simprosa (Misa) Egano. Mr. Egano worked as a housekeeper for […]
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Senator Seveney (D-Dist. 11, Portsmouth, Bristol, Tiverton) Sworn in For First Term as General Assembly Convenes
Sen. James A. Seveney (D-Dist. 11, Portsmouth, Bristol, Tiverton) was formally sworn into office Tuesday, Jan. 3, as the 2017-18 session of the Rhode Island General Assembly convened. Senator Seveney was one of 4 new members of the Senate who took the oath of office, which was administered to all 38 Senate members by Rhode […]
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Obituary for Richard James Gaston Sr.
Richard James Gaston, 69, of Middletown died Tuesday, January 3, 2017 at Newport Hospital. He was the husband of Helena M. (Souto) Gaston. Born on April 27, 1947 in Newport, RI, he was the son of the late Melton M. and Margaret E. (Chaves) Gaston. Mr. Gaston enjoyed spending most of his time with his […]
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Newport Art Museum Receives Gift of $4.7 Million, Largest Donation in Museum’s History
The Newport Art Museum has received a gift of nearly $5 million. This transformative gift, which has been donated to the Newport Art Museum by an anonymous benefactor, recognizes and supports the value of the Museum’s century-long dedication to serving its community through the arts, education, outreach initiatives, and historic preservation. Sandra Craig, the Museum’s […]
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The Newport Historical Society & the Rhode Island Historical Society to Host the House Museum Anarchist
The Newport Historical Society & the Rhode Island Historical Society will host the House Museum Anarchist, Franklin Vagnone, for a visit to Rhode Island in early February. Vagnone, who has recently accepted the position of CEO at Old Salem Museums and Gardens in North Carolina, is the co- author of The Anarchist’s Guide to Historic […]
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Middletown’s People’s Credit Union Recognized as One of the Strongest Credit Union’s in the Nation
People’s Credit Union has announced it has earned the highest 5-Star Superior rating from BAUERFINANCIALS, the Nation’s Premier Bank and Credit Union Rating Firm. People’s Credit Union has earned and maintained this top honor for 100 consecutive quarters earning even higher accolades. People’s Credit union is a “Best of Bauer” credit union for maintaining a […]
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Obituary for Virginia W. Mendonca
Virginia W. Mendonca, 100, passed away at home in Portsmouth on January 2, 2017. Born in Middletown, she was the daughter of the late Francisco L. and Maria (Perreira) Mendonca. Miss Mendonca worked for the Harrington Bakery in Newport and went onto work for her brother Tony at the former Mendonca Nurseries. She worked for […]
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Obituary for Norma Clow Greene
Norma (Clow) Greene, of Newport died Monday, January 2, 2017 at home in Newport. She was the wife of The Reverend Everett Greene for 66 years. Born on May 8, 1928 in Providence, RI, she was the daughter of the late John H. and E. Mae (McIntyre) Clow. Mrs. Greene was an active member of […]
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Local Family and Local Couple to Appear on HGTV’s ‘Island Life’ in January
Aquidneck Island will appear at least four times this month on HGTV’s Island Life. The show that follows everyday families” in search of their own slice of paradise, and prove that fantasy can be reality” recently followed a family who wanted to move from the mainland to Aquidneck Island and a couple who was looking […]
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Bailey Raine Libbey is First Baby born in Newport in 2017
It’s a girl! The first baby to be born in Newport in the new year arrived at 10:01 p.m. on January 1st, according to Newport Hospital. Bailey Raine Libbey is the daughter of Richard and Michelle Libbey of Newport, Bailey weighed in at 7 lbs., 5.2 oz. “Bailey Raine, with your first breath you took […]
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Bridge to Fitness Hosts New Year’s Day Workout Challenge to Benefit Multiple Charities
Bridge to Fitness used New Year’s Day to raise money for a Newport, Connecticut and nonprofit. Over 30 participants donated $25 on Sunday to participate in the Olympic Challenge Class, proceeds benefited Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center in Newport, the Newtown Parent Connection in neighboring Newtown, CT and nationally the Wounded Warriors Foundation. […]
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FBI Seeking Location of Man Wanted for Second-Degree Murder in 1993
The FBI wants to know if you know the location or have information on Adam C. Emery, an individual who is wanted for a second-degree murder in 1990. Emery was convicted of second-degree murder in Rhode Island State Superior Court in Providence on November 10th, 1993. The conviction stemmed from an incident which occurred in August […]
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Photo & Video: 2017 Polar Bear Plunge at Easton’s Beach
Every New Year’s Day, the Newport Polar Bears invite anyone crazy enough to join them at Easton’s Beach for a swim in the frosty North Atlantic Ocean. Hundreds of brave individuals took advantage of the invite and embarked into the 40 degree water off of Easton’s Beach on Sunday at noon. All proceeds and donations […]
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Where in Newport, RI
Looking for something in Newport? Here is where What’sUpNewp tells you Where In Newport you can find some of the most popular things that are sought after by tourists and locals alike. Where In Newport, RI – Newport Restaurant Deals, Specials and Discounts Where In Newport, RI – Gluten-Free Dining in Newport, RI Where In Newport, RI […]
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After Approximately 40 Years, the Patio Bar at The Black Pearl Will Be Demolished for Renovations
Changes are coming for a Newport institute that has stood the test of time for more than 40 years. An employee of The Black Pearl has confirmed with What’sUpNewp that today (January 1st) will be the final day of the patio bar at The Black Pearl. Following today, the bar and patio will be demolished for […]
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What’s Up For This Week: Jan. 2 – 6
Wondering what’s happening, new and to do this week in and around Newport, RI? The What’sUpNewp has aggregated all the events, meetings, live music and entertainment that you need to know about this week. Monday, January 2nd 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. – Newport Skating Center Open For Ice Skating 2 p.m. – Newport Seal Tours […]
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Aquidneck Island Road Construction Report: Jan. 2 – 6
Here is what’s happening for road work, closures and detours in and around Newport, RI this week. Roadwork scheduled by Rhode Island Department Of Transportation: 1/2-1/6 Newport: As the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) prepares for construction work at the Newport Transportation and Visitors Center, motorists will experience road work and a right lane closure […]
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New Year, New Career: Dozens of Local Companies Hiring Right Now In Newport
Looking for a job in or near Newport, RI? Whether you’re looking for a part-time job, seasonal gig or new full-time career, chances are that someone is looking for you out there. Have a job posting you would like to add to this list and have featured? You can add a listing here. Jobs Opportunities […]
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10 Newport Events Worth Leaving The House For In January
Let’s face it – when January arrive and the temperature drops below 30 degrees regularly, no one really wants to do much of anything. The thing is, despite the cold there are still many great events happening in The-City-By-The-Sea that you certainly shouldn’t miss! Here are 10 events happening in January that you should get […]
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December Recap: Newport Hyatt, Stoneacre Pantry and East Island Reserve Among Hot Topics
More than 50,907 separate individuals read stories on whatsupnewp.com during the past 31 days, according to Google Analytics statistics, and their most favored stories constitute What’sUpNewp’s top (or most-read) stories of December 2016. These choices were settled by our readers, who voted with their eyes and whose opinion matters most. 10. Your Suggestions: Future Of […]
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5 Reasons To Take The 2017 Polar Bear Plunge at Easton’s Beach
(Photo by Larry Hart Bettencourt) Before you know it New Year’s Day will be here and area “polar bears” will be making their annual plunge into the frigid waters off Easton’s Beach. While taking a dip in near-freezing water might not necessarily benefit your health, this is certainly a party with a purpose and worth doing. […]
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25 Events Happening in Newport in 2017 That You Shouldn’t Miss
There’s still a few days left in 2016 but we’re already looking ahead to 2017 and marking our calendars down with the biggest events that we have to make sure we get to. Here are the biggest, best, most-popular, top or whatever you want to call it events not to miss in 2017. Start marking those calendars. 1. 29th Annual […]