(Photo by Marial Maher/Visual Manor) What’sUpNewp has learned that Bowen’s Wharf will host an Oyster Festival in May 2016. The inaugural event is currently scheduled to fall the week after Salve Regina University’s Graduation and a week before Memorial Day Weekend, May 21st and May 22nd. Full details will be announced soon on www.bowenswharf.com. Photo of […]
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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Senator Teresa Paiva Weed and DEM Director Janet Coit Receive Sail Newport Honor
(Photo via Sail Newport Facebook Page of Janet Coit accepting her reward) Sail Newport, Rhode Island’s Public Sailing Center, presented their annual “President’s Award” recently to Senate President M. Teresa Paiva Weed and Rhode Island Dept. of Environmental Management (D.E.M.) Director Janet Coit. Sail Newport Executive Director Brad Read announced the award winners at the […]
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Instagramers Newport Will Host INSTAMEET at Hotel Viking on Sunday
Newport Instagrammers are invited to join IGERS NEWPORT, the official Instagram of Newport, at Hotel Viking on Sunday, December 13th from 1pm – 4pm for an INSTAMEET. You can follow the official Instagram of Newport, which is managed by @1eyeOpn, by following @IgersNewport on Twitter and Instagram. The event is free, open to the public […]
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10 Best Things To Do This Weekend in Newport (Dec. 11 – Dec. 13)
The weekend many of us have been waiting for is finally here, the Newport Skating Center finally re-opens on Friday night! It’s going to be a great weekend to head downtown, do some local shopping, ice skating and enjoying the sights and sounds of The City By The Sea during this festive season! Don’t miss […]
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Newport Nightlife Listings: Live Music, Karaoke, Trivia and Comedy (Dec. 11 – 13)
(Photo: The Bit Players at The Firehouse Theatre) Here’s what’s up for live music, comedy and entertainment in and around Newport, RI this weekend… Looking for more to do this weekend? Check this out – 10 Best Things To Do This Weekend in Newport (Dec. 11 – Dec. 13) Newport, RI Live Music & Entertainment Listings December […]
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Newport, RI News Headlines (Dec. 11)
Get the latest Newport news headlines from What’sUpNewp.com! Here’s a roundup of the latest headlines that mention Newport, RI from local and national media. Newport, RI News Headlines [wp-rss-aggregator]
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Fort Adams Trust Spearheads Holiday Card Drive for Deployed Service Members
The Fort Adams Trust has announced that it has collected over 2,100 handmade holiday cards to be delivered to deployed service members. The fort Gift Shop coordinated with Newport and Middletown elementary and middle schools, local libraries, Boys & Girls Clubs and YMCAs to create the holiday cards for distribution to six countries on three continents […]
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Newport, RI News Headlines (Dec. 10)
Get the latest Newport news headlines from What’sUpNewp.com! Here’s a roundup of the latest headlines that mention Newport, RI from local and national media. Newport, RI News Headlines Newport Harbor Makes Bing’s Homepage (RI Monthly)Developmentally disabled artists showcase their work (Jamestown Press) [wp-rss-aggregator]
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Join Newport Police Department in Sending Holiday Letters to Our Troops
Join Newport Police Department on Saturday, December 12th from 11am — 3pm at Willy’s Burger Bar & Rotisserie to help spread some holiday cheer to our troops currently serving in our armed forces. “Writing a letter is a meaningful way to show support for our Military. It only takes 5 minutes of your day, but […]
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Newport, RI News Headlines (Dec. 9)
Get the latest Newport news headlines from What’sUpNewp.com! Here’s a roundup of the latest headlines that mention Newport, RI from local and national media. Newport, RI News Headlines [wp-rss-aggregator]
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CEO of Newport Harbor Corporation Responds to Rumors Suggesting That The Mooring is For Sale
Over the last week, What’sUpNewp has received several messages regarding that they had heard themselves or through someone else that The Mooring, a Newport Restaurant Group property, in Downtown Newport is currently for sale. What’sUpNewp receiving news tips or phone calls regarding rumors, stories, hunches and/or tips is nothing new, we do take caution with […]
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Newport Man Wins $35,000 on Instant Ticket, Plans on Opening a Juice Bar in Newport
(Photo via RI Lottery) Fred Humphrey of Newport claimed a $35,000 Patriots Instant Ticket prize on December 8th, 2015. He purchased five Patriots Instant Tickets from 7-Eleven, 29 Memorial Boulevard in Newport. The first ticket was not a winner, on the second, third and fourth he won a few dollars, and on the fifth ticket […]
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Cocktail Wars Will Return to Newport on January 18th
The 3rd edition of Cocktail Wars, the competition that challenges the area’s best bartenders, will return to the Gas Lamp Grille in Newport on January 18th, 2016. At Cocktail Wars, participating bartenders will have no idea what liquor they are going to be required to use until the show starts. Once the liquor of the night is revealed, […]
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VIDEO: America’s Cup World Series Heading to New York in May 2016
America’s Cup racing will return to New York for the first time since 1920 with Louis Vuitton America’s Cup World Series racing on May 7-8, 2016. Read The Full News Story For More Info, Visit www.americascup.com.
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4 Amateur Sailing Regattas Bring in $4 Million+ In Economic Impact to Newport
(Photo of The Newport Regatta via Sail Newport) As the City of Newport reflects on the overwhelming success of the Newport stopover for the Volvo Ocean Race, a recent study by the City of Newport Waterfront Commission shows that smaller, amateur sailing events also add significantly to the economic health of the local community. Performance […]
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Court Upholds Zoning Board Approval of Breakers Welcome Center
The Newport Superior Court today dismissed all appeals of the Newport Zoning Board decision approving construction of the proposed welcome center at The Breakers. Judge Walter Stone decided that none of the appellants had legal standing to challenge the approvals. “This is a tremendous victory for the Preservation Society and for the hundreds of thousands […]
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Newport, RI News Headlines (Dec. 8)
Get the latest Newport news headlines from What’sUpNewp.com! Here’s a roundup of the latest headlines that mention Newport, RI from local and national media. Newport, RI News Headlines 8 National Heritage Sites To Visit for Hanukkah (Forward) [wp-rss-aggregator]
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Bring the Kids to Cru Cafe for Holiday Cookie Decorating on December 13th
Cru Cafe will be hosting Holiday Cookie Decorating for kids under 12 on Sunday, December 13th from 2pm – 5pm. Cru Cafe’s baker is baking up shortbreads and gingerbreads in holiday shapes for kids to head in and decorate and eat! Cru Cafe will be providing free coffee for the parents and free hot chocolate for […]
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Explore and Enjoy Newport: Join What’sUpNewp at 1/2 Shell For $1 Oyster Night
Newport’s local seafood hotspot, Scales and Shells, has expanded by opening 1/2 Shell, a traditional raw bar designed for the oyster obsessed. The location is colorful yet simple, with a beautiful baby blue bar ready to sling artisan cocktails. 1/2 Shell keeps their oyster selection minimal with a “quality over quantity” attitude, offering the shell of the day […]
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Newport Skating Center Set to Re-Open on Friday
Newport Waterfront Events invites one and all to come enjoy a festive celebration with a sprinkle of holiday magic at the Grand Re-Opening of the Newport Skating Center Presented by ALEX AND ANI and 34TH Annual Tree Lighting, to take place on Friday, December 11th at 5:00 p.m. at the Newport Yachting Center. The illumination of […]
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Best Things To Do This Week in Newport (Dec. 7 – Dec. 10)
Discover the best things to do in and around Newport, RI this week… 1 – Newport Mansions Holiday Tour (Dec. 9) Celebrate Christmas in Newport! The glitter of gold and the sparkle of silver will dazzle you as you tour three magnificent mansions decked out in Yuletide finery. Music, tours, and spectacular decorations highlight the […]
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Where to Find Live Music, Karaoke and Trivia This Week in Newport (Dec. 7 – Dec. 10)
Here’s a look at what’s happening in Newport for live music and entertainment this week, enjoy! Buskers Irish Pub & Restaurant | 178 Thames Street Wednesday: Open mic night with Mike Warner from 9pm to 1am. No cover. Celtica | 95 Long Wharf Thursday: Trivia at 9pm Diego’s | Bowen’s Wharf Monday: Trivia at 9pm Empire […]
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Newport, RI News Headlines (Dec. 7)
Get the latest Newport news headlines from What’sUpNewp.com! Here’s a roundup of the latest headlines that mention Newport, RI from local and national media. Newport, RI News Headlines [wp-rss-aggregator]
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Cru Cafe Launches “Salvation Soup”, Giving Back Never Tasted So Good
Cru Cafe has introduced a weekly soup special, it tastes good and does good. The soup listed on their menu weekly as “Salvation Soup” will give $1 from every cup sold to a local charity, the local charity will change each week. Cru regularly offers three types of soup – Butternut Squash Bisque, Broccoli Cheddar and […]
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What’sUpNewp Card
What’sUpNewp is proud to announce the launch of the 2016 What’sUpNewp Card. The What’sUpNewp Card is an annual exclusive membership to curated experiences and exclusive discounts and opportunities across Newport County. Are you a business and interested in providing What’sUpNewp Card Holder offers? This is your chance to promote your business to an audience of highly social, active and […]