The Newport Art Museum, along with event co-chairs Rupert Nesbitt, Victoria Rios and Brooke Roberts, invites artists and the general public to participate in its annual public art making and auction weekend, Wet Paint, Saturday, August 13 and Sunday, August 14, presented by Bridger Logistics, LLC. Hundreds of artworks created by regional artists of all ages on […]
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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Marc Allen Fine Clothiers Announces Annual Newport End-of-Summer Sale
Marc Allen Fine Clothiers, located at 142 Bellevue Avenue, will host its annual end-of-summer sales bash from Saturday, August 6th – Sunday, August 14th. Now in its second year, the Bellevue Avenue menswear location has become the top shop for exclusive luxury brands and custom-made men’s clothes in Newport. Guests shopping the sale will find […]
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St. George’s Reaches Settlement with 30 Sex Abuse Survivors
After months of allegations of sexual abuse by dozens of alumni, St. George’s and sexual abuse survivors have reached a settlement agreement. Up to 30 alumni, some who claimed incidents that dated back as far as the 1970’s, of St. George’s will receive compensation from the school, the terms and amount will remain confidential. The […]
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Obituary for Elsie M. Perry: May 29, 1920 – August 2, 2016
Elsie M. (Silvia) Perry, 96, formerly of Aquidneck Avenue, Middletown, RI, passed away on Tuesday, August 2, 2016 at Village House Nursing Home in Newport. She was the wife of the Jesse S. Perry who passed away in June of 2015. Born on May 29, 1920 in Newport, RI, she was the daughter of the […]
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Police Release Details on Sunday’s Scoot Coupe Accident
The Newport Police Department has released the following information regarding the Scoot Coupe accident that took place on Sunday, July 31st. On Sunday afternoon, July 31, 2016 at 1547 hours, Newport Police along with Newport Fire Department were dispatched to Ocean Ave at Hazard Road for a motor vehicle accident. On arrival officers and fire […]
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Newport Gulls Win 25 Games for 16th Consecutive Season, Playoffs Start Wednesday
The Newport Gulls closed out the 2016 regular season in front of 2,809 fans with a 4-1 victory over the Keene Swamp Bats on Monday night at Cardines Field. The win is the 25th victory on the season for the Gulls, and secured the second seed in the NECBL Southern Division Semifinal playoffs, which begin […]
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Report: Newport Among Top 10 Most Expensive Places To Stay in August
In a new report from CheapHotels.org, Newport was ranked among the ten most expensive overall places to stay in this August. Newport, with an average hotel nightly rate of $234 per night, ranks seventh most expensive overall place to stay in the United States between August 1 – 31, 2016. In determining the most expensive […]
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Save The Date: You Can Watch ‘The Sandlot’ at Cardines Field in September
What’s better than watching The Sandlot? Watching the iconic film at one of New England’s most historic baseball fields! Back by popular demand, OceanPointe will once again host a screening of The Sandlot at Cardines Field in Newport on Labor Day Weekend, September 2nd. The non-denominational, independent, christian church, hosted a screening of the film last year on […]
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“Pell” Documentary Will Premiere at Jane Pickens Theater on August 11th
Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center will host a special premiere free screening of Pell during the Flicker’s Rhode Island International Film Festival on Thursday, August 11th at 7:30pm. The film is produced by Elyse Katz and directed by Steven Feinberg, both the producer and director are expected to be in attendance for the screening. […]
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Bike Newport Awarded $5,970 Grant For ‘Neighborhood Loops’
Bike Newport, the organization of those who care about improving bike friendliness, safety, access, courtesy, health, fitness, enterprise and planning, has recently been awarded a $5,970 grant from PeopleForBikes. The grant will be used to “paint and sign neighborhood loops where children and adults can practice bike skills and increase their on-road confidence. The routes will […]
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Inaugural Candy Store Cup is Heralded As A Success
The transition of the former Newport Bucket into the Candy Store Cup Superyacht Edition appeared effortless and suitably fabulous when a dozen of the world’s grandest sailing yachts competed off Newport, R.I. from Friday, July 29 through Sunday, July 31 and benefitted from the combined forces of co-hosts Newport Shipyard and Bannister’s Wharf. In true Bucket fashion, social activities included […]
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Vice President Nominee Tim Kaine Will Attend Fundraiser in Newport on August 14th
Just two weeks after attending a fundraiser hosted by Senator Jack Reed at Newport Shipyard, Democratic Vice President nominee Tim Kaine will return to Newport on August 13th for a fundraiser for Hillary Clinton. Ted Nesi reports for WPRI.com that the the event will be at the home of Barrett Bready, founder and CEO of […]
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Rhode Island Federal Delegation Announces $619K to Protect Narragansett Bay
Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressmen Jim Langevin and David Cicilline today announced $619,322 in federal funding from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to support the Narragansett Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve’s work to preserve and restore the coastal and estuarine ecosystems in Narragansett Bay. “The Narragansett Bay National Estuarine Research […]
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Representative Lauren Carson (D- District 75, Newport) Responds to 38 Studios Criminal Investigation
Representative Lauren Carson has responded with a Letter To The Editor following a press conference on Friday where Rhode Island State Police shared that there will be no indictments in the 38 Studios criminal investigation. “Dear editor, Rhode Island State Police Superintendent Colonel Steven O’Donnell along with Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Kilmartin announced last Friday […]
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433-Foot Fred Olsen Windcarrier Arrives In Newport
The Block Island Wind Farm’s main turbine installation vessel – Fred. Olsen Windcarrier’s Brave Tern – arrived in Newport Harbor around 11 a.m. on Sunday, July 31st. Spectators at the 2016 Newport Jazz Festival had a great view of the ships arrival from Fort Adams State Park. Photo by Jared Powers The vessel began its journey […]
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In Photos: Day 3 of 2016 Newport Jazz Festival
The 62nd Newport Jazz Festival came to a close on Sunday with Angelique Kidjo bringing high energy and beautiful tunes to the North Lawn at Fort Adams State Park. Here’s a look back at day #3 of the iconic music festival;
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10 Can’t Miss Events in August of 2016
Discover the best, biggest and most popular events happening in and around Newport, Rhode Island this August! For a full listing of events, visit our Events Calendar. 1. David Sedaris in Person at Jane Pickens – August 1: With sardonic wit and incisive social critiques, David Sedaris has become one of America’s preeminent humor writers. Wielding […]
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These 40+ Businesses Are Hiring In Newport Right Now (July 31)
Looking for a job in Newport, RI? Here’s our weekly roundup of job opportunities that are currently available in and around Newport, RI. All jobs posted within the last 7 days; BGC Newport – Lifeguard/Swim InstructorBike Newport- Community Outreach CoordinatorCastle Hill Inn- ValetCK Bradley – Assistant ManagerCompass Group – FOOD SVC WORKER (PART-TIME) Job –CTI Resource Management – Librarian (Proposal Position)Department Of The […]
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Water Main Break on Spring Street Causes Traffic Nightmare on Saturday Night
Shortly after 6:30 p.m. on Saturday night, there was a water main break on Spring Street at the intersection of Lee Avenue. Newport Police Department was forces to close Spring Street at Narragansett Avenue All this happening, while Gregory Porter was wrapping up his performance in front of a sold-out crowd of 10,000 at day #2 of […]
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10 Most-Read and Visited Stories on What’sUpNewp in July
July was a busy month of good news, bad news, breaking news and helpful information, here’s what Newport was reading, talking about and most interested in! Thanks to the the 55,000+ people that visited WhatsUpNewp.com more than 120,000 times in June! #10 – 12 Biggest Newport Events To Look Forward To In July of 2016 #9 – Kris […]
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In Photos: Day 2 of 2016 Newport Jazz Festival
The R.I. Music Educators Association Sr. All-State Jazz Ensemble opened up the sold-out and beautiful Saturday of the 2016 Newport Jazz Festival. The day wrapped up with a wonderful performance on the Fort Stage by Gregory Porter. Here’s a look at the moments and memories that we captured on day #2 of the Newport Jazz […]
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This Weekend: Best Things To Do In Newport This Weekend (July 29 – 31)
Discover the best, events and things to do in and around NEwport this weekend! Friday, July 29th Candy Store Cup at Newport ShipyardHellenic Fest 2016 @ St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church2016 Newport Jazz Festival at Fort Adams State Park (and on Friday at International Tennis Hall Of Fame)Helly Hansen’s 17th Annual Warehouse Sale at Shops at Music […]
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14 Open Houses This Weekend on Aquidneck Island (July 29 – 31)
Here’s our weekly roundup of open houses taking place on Aquidneck Island over the weekend, happy home shopping! Need real estate help or a reliable agent? E-mail us at Ryan@whatsupnewp.com, we’d be happy to put you in touch with a preferred and reliable real estate agent that can fulfill your needs. The following information has […]
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433-Foot Vessel That Will Install Block Island’s Main Turbine Will Anchor Off of Newport Today
The Block Island Wind Farm’s main turbine installation vessel – Fred, Osen Wind Carrier’s Brave Tern – is expected to arrive in Rhode Island on July 31, based on current weather forecasts. The vessel began its journey across the Atlantic Ocean on July 15. The state-of-the-art, 433-foot long jack-up vessel traveled from France to Rhode […]
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Trash Skimmers Will Be Installed in Newport Harbor on August 2nd
The first step of the Clean Ocean Access “Newport Harbor Trash Skimmer Project”, funded by 11th Hour Racing, is scheduled to kick-off on August 2, 2016 with the City of Newport and Toner Electric installing 2 trash skimmers at Perrotti Park. “This project strengthens and expands the current efforts for improving water quality and eliminating […]