Child & Family has announced that tickets are now on sale for its signature benefit event, Au Courant. The hottest event of the summer returns to the runway on Friday, June 16th at 7:00 pm at historic Fort Adams in Newport. Proceeds will support programs that strengthen the fabric of families in Newport County 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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People’s Credit Union Announces Appointment of Sean Daly, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
People’s Credit Union has announced the appointment of Sean Daly to the position of Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. In this position, Daly is responsible for the Credit Union’s overall financial plans and policies including budgeting, accounting, and asset liability management, as well as providing strategic vision and leadership in the areas of […]
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RIMTA Launches Superyacht Crew Training Program in May
Individuals who would love to work on the luxury superyachts that visit Newport each summer before taking off for warm-water ports come fall now have a free training program to give them the skills needed for entry-level jobs in the charter-yacht industry. The Rhode Island Marine Trades Association (RIMTA), in partnership with Ship to Shore […]
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Newport’s Daffodil Festival Raises $33,000 for Free Bulb Give-Away And Planting This Fall
Three fund-raising events during the 4th Annual Newport Daffodil Days Festival raised over $33,000 for Daffodillion’s annual free bulb give-away at Easton’s Beach on October 14th and for planting by the city and volunteers this fall, according to festival organizers. Additional proceeds will go to the Tree Society’s Heritage Tree program, part of Newport’s Arboretum. […]
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Despite Inclement Weather, Free Tours of Fort Adams and The Eisenhower House Still Have A Strong Turnout
The Fort Adams Trust announces that over the weekend of May 6th – 7th over 250 visitors viewed the Eisenhower House and another 130 Newport County residents enjoyed the Free Tours of Fort Adams at the state park in Newport, RI. The Free Tours’ event is part of a three week promotion that the Fort […]
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New Miss Rhode Island to be Crowned in Newport on May 28
The Miss Rhode Island Scholarship Organization has announced that they will be crowning its new Miss Rhode Island and Miss Rhode Island’s Outstanding Teen in Newport on May 28th. The preliminary competition for Miss Rhode Island will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 27. Finals will be held at 6 p.m. on Sunday, […]
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Newport Approved by FEMA to Participate in the National Flood Insurance Program Community Rating System
In 2016 the City of Newport made a formal request for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Community Rating System (CRS). The CRS is a voluntary program that was implemented in 1990 that recognizes and encourages community floodplain management activities that exceed the minimum NFIP standards. Under the CRS, flood insurance premium rates […]
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RITBA Foundation To Host Inaugural Mt. Hope Bridge 5K Road Race
For the first time ever, runners and walkers will have the opportunity to cross the historic Mt. Hope Bridge by foot at the brand-new Mt. Hope Bridge 5K. The inaugural Mt. Hope Bridge 5K Road Race will be held on August 12th, 2017. The event is hosted by the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority […]
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Governor Asked to Review Controversial Breakers Proposal
Friends of Newport Preservation has requested that Governor Gina Raimondo intervene in the review process for a controversial plan regarding The Breakers. On Monday, the group wrote the Governor regarding the “decision of the Rhode Island Historic Preservation and Heritage Commission (RIHPHC) allowing the Preservation Society of Newport County (PSNC) to construct a commercial ‘welcome […]
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What’s Happening This Week (May 8 – 12)
Here’s what’s happening, new and to do this week in and around Newport, RI! You might also like – This Week: Live Music and Entertainment Listings (May 8 – 12) Monday, May 8 12 pm – Lunch & Learn Series: “Mindful Practice, Yoga, Breathing” at Newport Hospital 4 pm & 7 pm – Their Finest at Jane […]
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This Week: Live Music and Entertainment Listings (May 8 – 12)
Discover where to find live music, entertainment, comedy, karaoke and trivia this week in and around Newport. Monday, May 8 4 pm & 7 pm – Their Finest at Jane Pickens Theater6 pm – The Edwards Twins at Newport Playhouse & Cabaret Restaurant7 pm to 10 pm – The Groove Merchants at Fifth Element9:30 pm […]
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Obituary for Joseph J. Nicholson, 98
Joseph J. Nicholson passed away on Monday, May 8, 2017 at the age of 98. He was predeceased by his wife Dorothy Reilly Nicholson. Joseph was born on July 7, 1918 in Newport’s old Fifth Ward to Joseph and Mary (“Tade” Sullivan) Nicholson of Adrigole and Trafask, Ireland. He graduated at the top of his […]
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Inaugural NAPS Voyage a Success Aboard Tall Ship Oliver Hazard Perry
This past weekend, 28 Midshipman candidates from the Naval Academy Prep School (NAPS) returned from a five-day voyage at sea aboard the 200-foot Tall Ship Oliver Hazard Perry, Rhode Island’s Official Sailing Education Vessel. It was the first of two similar back-to-back programs that Oliver Hazard Perry Rhode Island conducted this year in partnership with […]
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Newport’s Waterfront Productions Announces Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band and Moe Concerts
EAST PROVIDENCE, RI, May 9, 2017 – Waterfront Productions LLC, based in Newport, and music promoter, Live Nation, have announced that progressive rockers moe. and jam band Railroad Earth will appear in concert on Thursday, August 24th with gates opening at 5:00 p.m. and popular blues group, the Kenny Wayne Shepherd Band, will headline the […]
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Newport Jazz Festival Celebrates Festival Artists Ranked on “Best Of” Lists
With a finger always on the pulse of the best in jazz, the Newport Jazz Festival® is pleased to celebrate festival artists who have won and been ranked on the JazzTimes Readers’ and Critics Polls and nominated for honors by the Jazz Journalists Association (JJA). Newport Jazz Festival was also among the favorites selected by […]
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Affiliate of KSL Capital Partners Acquires Hotel Viking, Davidson Hotels & Resorts Will Manage
Since rumors of the sale of Hotel Viking begin to circulate in April, details of the (now confirmed) sale of the iconic hotel continue to unfold. Davidson Hotels & Resorts has announced that they have welcomed the addition of Hotel Viking into its portfolio, under its luxury and lifestyle division, Pivot Hotels & Resorts. Davidson’s […]