Sailors For The Sea hosted “World Oceans Day Summit: Lessons from Narragansett Bay to the Global Ocean” at the Redwood Library on World Oceans Day (June 8th), the event focused on “Narragansett Bay’s long journey to restoration from its history as a dumping ground for toxic metals, sewage, and other pollutants since the Industrial Revolution”. “With the […]
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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With 7 Teenagers and 3 Adults Onboard, ‘High Noon’ is Second Boat to Finish Newport Bermuda Race
As the Newport Bermuda Race fleet rushed to the finish line on Monday in the wake of the first-to-finish boat, the powerful 100-foot grand prix Comanche, to the surprise of many they were led by an unusual boat and crew. High Noon, at 41 feet, is fully 59 feet shorter than Comanche and tens of feet shorter than many other […]
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Obituary for Donald C. Richards: November 16, 1943 – June 18, 2016
Donald Richards, 72, of Newport, passed away Saturday, June 18, 2016 in Newport Hospital. Born in Newport, he was the son of the late Comer and Sara F. (Stolze) Richards. Don was proud to be a lifelong Newporter. He taught at Portsmouth High School for 20 plus years and was involved as an announcer for […]
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Look Who’s Talking About Newport: June 22, 2016
This is a daily look at where and why Newport is being mentioned locally and around the globe over the last 24 hours or so, for the latest news from What’sUpNewp, check out All The News. This story will be updated throughout the day to include new mentions and news. Providence Journal – Promise of jobs kicks off […]
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Portsmouth’s Home Healthsmith Wins 2016 Rhode Island and New England ‘Microenterprise of the Year’.
Home Healthsmith, a Portsmouth, RI business founded in 2012, won the US Small Business Administration 2016 RI and New England Microenterprise of the Year. They received the award at the Rhode Island Salute to Small Business celebration held at the Alpine Country Club on May 5th. Linda Bohmbach, Vice President of Sales & Marketing for […]
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After 10pm: Best Restaurants For Late-Night Dining In Newport, RI
This story was originally published on August 13, 2015, it has been updated. Whether it’s after a long day of bar/beach hopping or late-night hunger pains after a long night at work or simply it’s the time you prefer to eat, we’re all guilty of having late-night hunger pains and not knowing where to go. Luckily, there are […]
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8 Businesses You Can Buy Right Now in Newport | June 2016
Looking to change things up career wise or invest your hard earned money into something in Newport, RI? Well you’re in luck, here’s a look at some businesses in or very near The City By The Sea that can be yours. Businesses For Sale In Newport, RI As of June 21, 2016 The information included […]
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For Second Straight Home Game, Newport Gulls Win on a Walk-Off
Gulls Walk-Off with 6-5 Win over Pilgrims Stephen Scott scores winning run on Snyder sacrifice fly The Newport Gulls improved to 6-4 on the 2016 season after defeating the Plymouth Pilgrims 6-5 Monday, winning in walk-off fashion for the second straight home game at Cardines Field. Stephen Scott (Vanderbilt), who hit the walk-off grand slam in […]
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Wins, Losses for Narragansett Bay in R.I. State Budget
The FY17 State Budget Bill, passed last week by the General Assembly, is a mixed bag for water quality in Narragansett Bay, according to Save The Bay Director of Advocacy Topher Hamblett. “The $35 million Green Economy Bond, introduced by Governor Raimondo and passed by the General Assembly, will help communities protect the Bay from […]
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Look Who’s Talking About Newport: June 21, 2016
This is a daily look at where and why Newport is being mentioned locally and around the globe over the last 24 hours or so, for the latest news from What’sUpNewp, check out All The News. This story will be updated throughout the day to include new mentions and news Turn To 10 – Record race for Newport […]
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Cape Yachts Will Open a New Location in Newport
Cape Yachts, representing new Beneteau sailboats and powerboats from 21 to 62 feet, including the popular Monte Carlo range is expanding with a new location in Newport, Rhode Island. The dealership also offers a wide variety of brokerage boats. Cape Yachts has been serving Newport and the surrounding areas for three decades from its historic […]
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Obituary for Barbara Joanne Glover: May 21, 1934 – June 17, 2016
Barbara J. (Clapp) Glover, 82, of Newport died Friday, June 17, 2016 after 4 weeks in the Newport Hospital ICU. Born on May 21, 1934 in the small town of Asher, OK, she was the daughter of the late George Sherman and Elaine (Halsell) Clapp. Joanne was the beloved wife of Stanton Glover Jr. and […]
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2016 Newport Bermuda Race Has Not Been a Dash
The 50th Thrash to the Onion Patch, the 2016 Newport Bermuda Race, has not been a dash. Following Comanche’s record-breaking run to Bermuda, chopping almost five hours off the 2012 numbers, the fleet stalled against the northern wall of a high-pressure system. They stopped just above the Gulf Stream. The lead boats slowly began to work their […]
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Newport Police Identify Man Who Is Wanted For Broadway/Farewell Street Stabbing
The Newport Police Department announced on their Official Facebook Page on Monday that they are seeking the publics help in locating Dandre L. Russ, a suspect believed to have been involved in a Felony Assault that occurred on June 13, 2016. The Newport Police Department has been investigating a stabbing that occurred on that day, where […]
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Summer 2016: What’s New and Different in and around Newport
Discover Newport, the convention and visitors bureau for Newport and Bristol County, has compiled a list of new and renovated businesses, new events and exciting changes throughout the area that both locals and visitors should get excited about! LODGING PROPERTIES NEW The Atlantic Resort Newport at Cambria Suites: Located just over the Newport/Middletown border, this hotel and conference center […]
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Podcast #131: Newport Flower Show, Angela Moore Fashion Show and Preservation Society of Newport County
Trudy Coxe, CEO of the Preservation Society of Newport County, joined me on Monday for our monthly chat about all that’s happening, new and to do at the Newport Mansions and Preservation Society. Pat Fernandez, Chairman of the Newport Flower Show, joined Trudy and I to chat about all that will be happening at Rosecliff for […]
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Newport’s Premiere Mixologist Jason Kindness Partners with Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center
The Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center has announced a collaboration with Jason Kindness of The Kind Spirits LLC. The objective of this relationship is to develop a more sociable lobby environment in the lobby at The JPT and to create a unique craft cocktail experience as a part of that special JPT film and event […]
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Best Things To Do This Week in Newport: June 20 – 24
Discover the best events, activities and things to do during this weekend in and around Newport, RI. All Week Newport Charter Yacht Show Monday, June 20 All Day – 17 Local Attractions Will Offer Free Admission on June 18, 19 and 20 for Newport County Residents and Hospitality Employees 5:22pm – Rose Island Summer Solstice Celebration 6:35pm – […]
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Look Who’s Talking About Newport: June 20, 2016
This is a daily look at where and why Newport is being mentioned locally and around the globe over the last 24 hours or so, for the latest news from What’sUpNewp, check out All The News. This story will be updated throughout the day to include new mentions and news. Providence Journal – R.I. sheriff shortage scrambles Superior […]
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50+ Local Businesses That Are Hiring in Newport Right Now | June 20
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; JF3 Salon – JF3 Salon and Spa in Newport is Expanding and Now HiringRhode Island Red Food Tours is Hiring!22 Bowen’s – Dining Room Supervisor – 22 Bowen’s, Restaurant […]
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Harry Winthrop Will Run Again For City Council
Former Newport Mayor Harry Winthrop has announced he will be running for a position on Newport City Council. In a statement just a few minutes ago on Facebook, Winthrop announced his intent to run again; Former Newport Mayor Harry Winthrop announced his candidacy today for the Newport City Council At-Large.“Newport needs leaders who have the […]
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Read and Honey lead Comanche to Bermuda record
Skipper Ken Read said that there were four main factors that led to Comanche’s record run to Bermuda which ended early today with the 100ft racer chopping almost 5 hours off the previous best time. He pointed to the total commitment of the owners Jim and Kristy Hinze Clark, to a boat that was built especially for breaking records, […]
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35th Annual Chowder Cook-Off Winners
The Great Chowder Cook-Off, the original and longest-running chowder championship in the country, took place at Fort Adams State Park on Saturday. The 35th Annual edition of the Great Chowder Cook-Off was the largest in its history with 21 recipes chowder recipes award-winning chefs representing restaurants, catering companies, clam shacks, distributors, culinary schools and institutional dining […]
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UPDATE – Newport Bermuda Race: “Champagne Conditions” for Comanche, Breaks Course Record
Less than 24 hours into the race, Comanche is already through the Gulf Steam and pressing to break Rambler’s elapsed time record from 2012. “We’re in Champagne conditions, making 20-25 knots,” said skipper Kenny Read. At press time 7:00PM in Bermuda, Comanche was 213 miles from the St. David’s Lighthouse finish in Bermuda doing 20kts. At that pace she would cross the finish […]
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Look Who’s Talking About Newport: June 19, 2016
This is a daily look at where and why Newport is being mentioned locally and around the globe over the last 24 hours or so, for the latest news from What’sUpNewp, check out All The News. This story will be updated throughout the day to include new mentions and news. KHON2 – Hokulea departs for Rhode Island, completing […]