For the past two weeks the public has voted on which movies they’d like to see at the 2nd Annual People’s Credit Union’s Halloween Movie Night at Ballard Park. Friends of Ballard Park has announced the winners are Hotel Transylvania and Young Frankenstein. The event is scheduled for Saturday, October 17th. In addition to the two […]
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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Jane Pickens Will Host One-Night-Only Screening of ‘Roger Waters: The Wall’
Photo by Morgan Macia/Macia Photography As a followup to Roger Waters performance at the Newport Folk Festival this past summer, Jane Pickens Theater & Event Center will screen Roger Waters: The Wall on October 29th. This film details one of the most elaborately staged theatrical productions in music history as Pink Floyd frontman Roger Waters performs the […]
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Things You Must Do in Newport This October
From a pig roast to Newport Seafood Festival, here are the top events that you shouldn’t miss in and around Newport this October! 1 – Goose Island Beer Dinner at Midtown Oyster Bar, October 7th Midtown Oyster Bar will host their 3rd Annual Pig Roast and Beer Dinner on Wednesday, October 7th at 6:30 p.m. […]
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Why You Shouldn’t be Against Paying a Cover Charge in Newport
After recently writing about Jimmy’s Saloon upcoming schedule, that will see bands from near and far perform in The City By The Sea in October, there have been a few comments that have brought up “cover charges”. Specifically two comments on this recent post about Jimmy’s Upcoming Schedule really got us thinking and talking amongst […]
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3 Hard Cider Cocktails You Have to Drink Out of a Boot in Newport This Fall
Starting on September 30th, you can drink hard cider cocktails out of a boot in the lounge of One Bellevue at Hotel Viking! One Bellevue will pair these fun, delicious and unique hard cider boot cocktails with Oktoberfest fare including Goose Island Dijon Chicken Wings, Beer Braised Apple Sausage with a Spicy Mustard, Reuben Fritters with Russian dressing, Sauerbraten […]
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Tickets Now on Sale for Newport Nutcracker at Rosecliff
Island Moving Co. invites you to join them for their wonderful holiday ballet A Newport Nutcracker at Rosecliff. Follow their young protagonist throughout the mansion as she celebrates the holiday season with her family, battles with the Mouse King, dances with the Snow Queen and travels with her beloved Nutcracker to the magical Land of Sweets. […]
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Jimmy’s Saloon Welcomes Musicians From Near and Far in October
Jimmy’s Saloon is welcoming bands from England, Ontario, Florida, Georgia, Tennessee, Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Maine and more throughout the month of October 2015! “If you enjoy incredible live shows with out of state touring acts then be sure to go to JimmysNewport.com and check out all the listings”, said Andy Hunter, Entertainment Coordinator […]
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Live Blog: Hurricane Joaquin and Its Impact on Newport
The What’sUpNewp Crew will be following Hurricane Joaquin as she makes her way up and towards the east coast and New England. Stay tuned here for public advisory updates, as well as the impact she will have on scheduled events and business as usual here in Newport, RI. Flooding Rains Continue in Parts of the […]
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Free Admission to Newport Mansions for all Newport County Residents on October 4th and 5th
The Preservation Society of Newport County invites all Newport County residents to visit the Newport Mansions for free on Sunday, October 4 and Monday, October 5, 2015, as it continues celebrating its 70th anniversary. Visitors showing proof of residency in Jamestown, Little Compton, Middletown, Newport, Portsmouth or Tiverton (driver’s license or other identification with an […]
Posted inEnvironment & Health
VIDEO: US Sailing Pokes Fun at Sailing Stereotypes
“The Beat” presented by US Sailing is on tour this summer and fall with one goal: to capture the essence of the sailing – one of the most thrilling sports and activities on the planet. “The Beat” promises to channel the inner sailor in everyone. In this episode of “The Beat”, US Sailing pokes a […]
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‘Seaward’ is Most Expensive Home for Sale in Rhode Island, 9th Most Expensive in U.S.
Business Insider and Point2Homes have compiled a list of the most expensive homes currently for sale in every state, plus Washington, DC. The 51st most expensive home in the United States and most expensive home in North Dakota is an 8,727-square-foot home with five bedrooms that would set you back about $2.78 million. Coming in at 9th on […]
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Jamestown Company Selected to Help Develop and Deploy New State Brand
Governor Gina M. Raimondo has announced a three-firm marketing team to design and execute a top-notch statewide tourism and business attraction campaign. Engaging this team will build on efforts ongoing across state government to revitalize the state’s economy and put Rhode Islanders back to work. The Commerce Corporation Board voted to allow the Commerce Corporation to […]
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Rhode Island Emergency Management Officials Prepare for Hurricane Joaquin
Governor Raimondo is working with emergency management officials from the Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency (RIEMA), Department of Health (RIDOH), Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM), State Police (RISP), Department of Transportation (RIDOT), and Division of Public Utilities and Carriers (RIDPUC) to prepare for Hurricane Joaquin as it moves its way up the Atlantic Coast. FOLLOW […]
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The 12 Most-Read Newport Stories of September 2015
Photo by Marial Maher/Visual Manor Here are the twelve Newport stories that got you and everyone else talking in September on WhatsUpNewp.com. 12 – 30 Photos of the Rare Supermoon Lunar Eclipse Over Newport, RI 11 – Pushing Boundaries in Newport Real Estate 10 – POLL: Who Serves Up Your Favorite Lobster Roll in Newport, RI […]
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After Toppling Over During Winter Storm Juno, Tall Ship Providence Will Finally Return to Water
Photo: Passing Time by Edward King. Prints available at info@02809photo.com Tall Ship Providence, the Official Flagship and Tall Ship Ambassador to the State of Rhode Island, will be launched into Newport Harbor on Wednesday, September 30th. The 110′ accurate replica of America’s first war ship has been under repair since she fell over in Newport Shipyard […]
Posted inFood & Drink
Yesterday’s Belongings to be Auctioned Off to Public in October
After more than 40 years, Yesterday’s closed its doors permanently on September 26th. What’sUpNewp has learned that everything that’s left inside of Yesterday’s will be sold at auction on Saturday, October 24th. Salvadore Auctions Inc. will host an auction sale where the highest bidder will have the chance to own “rare and historically correct photos of 1900’s […]
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Newport Among ’10 Most Beautiful US Towns to Visit in the Fall’
Another day/week/season and Newport luckily finds itself on another great list. This time around Newport has been mentioned by Huffington Post as one of the 10 Most Beautiful US Towns to Visit in the Fall. Joining Newport among the list is Stowe, VT; Woodstock, NY; Beacon, NY; Bethlehem, PA; Vail, CO; Hood River, OR; Port Townsend, […]
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POLL: Where’s The Best Place For a Cup of Coffee in Newport, RI?
Since we know many can’t survive without your daily caffeine fix, we’re going to the caffeine lovers of Newport to find out where the best place for a cup of coffee is in The City By The Sea. While the results won’t give a definitive answer (because favorite or best all depends on your personal […]
Posted inStyle & Shop, Things To Do
Spa Aficionados From Across New England are Coming to Newport to Visit The Bodhi Spa
Spa aficionados from across the region are coming to Newport to visit The Bodhi Spa, New England’s premiere Hydrotherapy Day Spa. With more than 3,000-square-feet of serenity, the bodhi spa features a therapeutic ‘Water Journey’ including access to restorative mineral-infused hot baths, a stimulating cold-plunge pool, curative full-spectrum infrared sauna, detoxifying traditional sauna, a soothing aromatherapy steam […]
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Residents and Vistors Encouraged to Participate in Survey to Help Improve Newport’s Open Space
The Newport Open Space Partnership is embarking on a master plan for the long-term sustainability and stewardship of the trees, parks, and open spaces in Newport. This will be Newport’s first citywide open space planning effort since Olmsted’s 1913 ‘Proposed Improvements for Newport.’ The core partners are the City of Newport, the Newport Tree & Open […]
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30 Photos of the Rare Supermoon Lunar Eclipse over Newport, RI
Tonight’s lunar eclipse featured the “biggest” full moon of 2015, therefore it was called a “supermoon eclipse.” The last such eclipse happened in 1982, and the next won’t occur until 2033. Here’s some of our favorite Instagram shots that have been taken over the last few hours of the rare supermoon lunar eclipse over Newport, RI…. [the_ad_placement […]
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Barrington Man Successfuly Swims Around Aquidneck Island
Trent Theroux jumped into the water off of Fort Adams State Park around 7 a.m. on Saturday, September 26th; ahead of him was an attempt to swim around Aquidneck Island to benefit RISE Above Paralysis. As the crow flies, Aquidneck Island has a circumference of 37 miles. However, because of the shifting tides and navigational requirements the […]
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Style Newport has Been Named a 2015 Martha Stewart American Made Style Finalist
Each year, Martha Stewart and the editors at Martha Stewart Living honor makers, small-business owners, and creative entrepreneurs in the fields of crafts, design, food, and style. These makers are recognized for their dedication to creating beautiful, quality products and building successful business and communities. Style Newport, located on the corner of Franklin Street and […]
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Where and How to Celebrate Fall in Newport, RI
Upon autumn’s arrival, Newport traditionally welcome a substantial increase in international visitors, meetings and conferences, motorcoach and cruise ship passengers. There’s no doubt New England’s legendary cacophony of color lures those from near and far to celebrate nature’s bounty which is fêted at special events throughout our destination. Some of these autumnal experiences include: Newport Festa […]
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10 Most Expensive Homes in Newport, RI Currently on the Market
Here’s a look at the 10 most expensive home in Newport, RI that are currently for sale and could be yours, all together the 10 homes add up to more than $120 million. Yes, there’s a difference of more than $40 million between the 10th most expensive home on the market and the most expensive […]