The following weather advisory and information is being shared on behalf of the City of Newport and Newport Emergency Management Agency. The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Advisory for our area and a Gale Warning for our waters from 7 pm this evening until 6 am Friday morning. See the information below […]
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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Newport Historical Society Will Host Abby Chandler to Discuss ‘The Life and Times of Martin Howard’
Mid-eighteenth century Newport resident Martin Howard was known for his outspoken opinions supporting King George. His sympathies towards the crown and views supporting the customs duties relating to the 1765 Stamp Act made him a targeted figure by the Sons of Liberty during the riots that took place that year. While many today might consider […]
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Laura Jean Denim to Change Ownership in 2017
After more than 12 years, Laura Jean Denim will have new ownership beginning on February 1, 2017. Storeowner and Newport local, Laura Flynn, founded her company in 2005 with the mission of bringing fashionable, comfortable clothing to Newport. Flynn shared the news with customers and friends via an e-mail on Thursday morning. “I am happy […]
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Wind Gusts of 50 MPH Possible in Rhode Island on Thursday Night
The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for all of Rhode Island, the Advisory is in effect from 7 p.m. on Thursday evening until 6 a.m. on Friday morning. Winds will blow 20 to 30 mph out of the west, with gusts up to 50 p.m. The National Weather Service forecast for Newport […]
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Tiverton Man Learns of $50,000 PowerBall Win on Christmas Eve
A Tiverton man claimed a winning $50,000 PowerBall ticket from the December 21st drawing, according to the Rhode Island Lottery. The ticket was purchased for last Wednesday’s drawing and remained unclaimed until December 24th. The winner learned he won when he went to the store to play PowerBall for the Christmas Eve draw. When he […]
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A Newport Business Is Hoping To Keep Your Pets’ Paws Safe This Winter
A local pet supply shop is hoping to make Newport a more paw-friendly place this winter for dogs and their owners. Beginning January 1st, pet owners, retailers, and property owners will be able to purchase Safe Paw brand ice melt at wholesale pricing through the Newport-based business. “Newport’s winters can be tough for pets,” explains […]
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Newport Historical Society Expands Program of Visiting Scholars
More than a decade ago the Newport Historical Society (NHS) began what is now an endowed program to bring young history scholars to the NHS each summer for research and training in the public side of history practice. The Buchanan-Burnham Summer Internship, funded by Helen Buchanan and Richard and Fanchon (Monty) Burnham, was visionary on […]
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Hotel Viking Will Kick Off 2nd Annual ‘Viking Wine Festival’ on January 28th
Hotel Viking’s second annual Viking Wine Festival kicks off Jan. 28 with a look back at the featured wines from the inaugural event in 2016 and more. Last year, the five-dinner series showcased vintages from Donelan Family Wines, Page Wine Cellars, JUSTIN Wines, Opus One Winery and Frog’s Leap Winery. Building on the success of […]
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UPDATED: What To Do On New Year’s Eve in Newport: December 31, 2016
New Year’s Eve is almost here and the What’sUpNewp crew is keeping you in the know of the very best events and parties happening in Newport, because we know you want (and deserve) to ring in 2017 in style! NOTE: More events may be added as venues decide/announce what they are doing on 12/31. 1 […]
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What’s Up For This Week: Dec. 26 – 30
Discover what’s happening, new and to do this week for events and activities in and around Newport, RI! Monday, December 26 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. – Newport Skating Center Open 10:30 a.m. – Rogues and Scoundrels Walking Tour 12 p.m. – Open House – Free and Open to the Public at Touro Synagogue 4 p.m. & 7 […]
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Now Hiring: 40+ Companies In Newport Right Now
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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Craft Beer Corner: What Are Nitro Beers?
A question not so often asked at The Wharf Pub, but often wondered is what is the difference between a regular beer tap and a beer on a Nitro line? Beer Taps add CO2 gas to the keg. This puts pressure in the keg, Keeping the CO2 trapped in the beer until it is released out […]
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What’s Up For Christmas Eve and Christmas Day In Newport
Looking for something to do or a place to drink or dine this upcoming Christmas weekend? Here’s what’s happening around The-City-By-The-Sea! Note: This story may be updated as we receive more information from venues and organizers. Know of something we missed? E-mail ryan@whatsupnewp.com. Saturday, December 24 Restaurants and Bars Open on Christmas Eve 10 a.m. […]
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$50,000 PowerBall Ticket Sold in Newport County
A $50,000 PowerBall ticket was sold in Newport County for Wednesday night’s drawing. The winning ticket, which was sold in Tiverton, matched four numbers and the PowerBall number to win $50,000. The winner did not purchase the PowerPlay feature, which would have multiplied the prize by 5, the PowerPlay number for Wednesday night’s draw, to […]
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Private Wedding Will Provide Fireworks Display Over Newport at Midnight on New Year’s Eve
As Newport welcomes the New Year, fireworks will be bursting in air. A private wedding, scheduled to take place at Belle Mer on Goat Island on December 31st, has plans to host a firework display as the clock hits midnight. Atlas PyroVision Entertainment Group will shoot off the fireworks somewhere between 11:59 p.m. – 12:15 a.m. […]
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Roundup: Bar and Restaurant Hours on Christmas Eve
Looking for a place to dine or drink this Christmas Eve, here’s a quick look at what’s open. Brick Alley Pub – Open until 4 p.m.Clarke Cooke House – Open until 1 a.m.Diego’s – Open until 6 p.m.Fifth Element: ClosedIHOP of Middletown – Open until 7 p.m.Midtown Oyster Bar – Open until 1 a.m.Mokka Coffeehouse […]
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Stoneacre Pantry is Heading For Washington Square
After months of rumors, Stoneacre Pantry has announced that they will move from Lower Thames Street to Washington Square. After more than a year sitting empty, the former Yesterday’s property will become the new home for Stoneacre Pantry. Their last day open at 515 Thames Street will be January 1, 2017, it is unknown when […]
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Restaurants Open on Christmas Day in Newport (2016)
Christmas Day in Newport, R.I, believe it or not, will be here before you know it. For some of you, the thought of cooking at home, traveling, or visiting the family is simply, out of the question! If you head out on Christmas Day, be sure to take care of those hard working staff! It doesn’t always […]
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Gym Owner Accepts A Dare To Benefit The Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center
The owner of Middletown’s Bridge to Fitness, athletic facility at 951 Aquidneck Avenue accepts a dare to dress up as an elf all day on December 19th to raise contributions benefitting the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center Holiday drive. Over $3,000 was raised for the MLK Jr. Center located at 20 Dr. Marcus […]
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Panera Bread Newport Collects and Delivers Toys to Children’s Friend Following Annual Drive
Panera Bread Newport, located at 49 Long Wharf North, is doing its part to make the holidays brighter for local families by collecting toys for 10 children served by Children’s Friend based in Providence Rhode Island. The toys were collected by Panera employees and customers and delivered by Newport Panera Bread General Manager Danielle Natale […]
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160 Thompson Middle School Students Enjoy Annual Field Trip to the Newport Art Museum
More than 160 7th graders from Thompson Middle School traveled to the Newport Art Museum on December 19, to explore the Museum and learn about the life and career of esteemed architect Richard Morris Hunt, designer of the Historic N.A. Griswold House. This is the fourth year that the Art Department of the Newport Public […]
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Santa Returns to Newport on Tuesday Night to Tour Several Newport Neighborhoods
Santa has notified the Newport Police Department that he has completed all of the tasks that Mrs. Claus requested. While he still has much to do before Christmas he has confirmed that he will be coming back to Newport tonight. He will be touring the areas of the City listed in the “Santa’s Nightly Ride […]
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With Few Workplace Inspectors, Feds Focus on ‘Severe Violators’
Soon after beginning their cleanup of a fume-filled tanker car at an Omaha, Neb., rail maintenance yard, Adrian LaPour and Dallas Foulk were dead. An explosion that April 2015 afternoon trapped LaPour in a flash fire inside the car and hurled Foulk out the top to his death. Six months later their employer, Nebraska Railcar […]
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Aquidneck Island Road Construction Report for Week of Dec. 18 – 24
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: 12/19 – 12/23 Newport: Broadway at Marlborough St., shoulder closures possible for construction, Monday-Friday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Newport: Rte. 238 (JT Connell Hwy.) North and South, from Van […]
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What’s Up For This Week: Dec. 19 – 23
Discover what’s happening, new and to do this week for events and activities in and around Newport, RI! Christmas In Newport, a month-long celebration of the Holiday Season throughout Newport, begins on Thursday, December 1st! Monday, December 19 10:30 a.m. – Rogues and Scoundrels Walking Tour 4 p.m. & 7 p.m. – Manchester By The Sea at […]