Ryan Belmore: A Leader in Local News
Ryan Belmore, owner and publisher of the award-winning news site What’sUpNewp, has been a key player in Rhode Island’s local media landscape since the site’s inception in 2012. Under his stewardship, What’sUpNewp has received accolades including being voted Best Local News Blog by Rhode Island Monthly readers for three consecutive years from 2018 to 2020, along with several grants from national journalism organizations.
A Rhode Island native, Belmore has dedicated over a decade to Newport, contributing to community and cultural initiatives. In 2021, he relocated to Alexandria, Virginia, to support his wife’s career while maintaining his commitment to Newport by visiting monthly. He oversees a team of more than 12 on-the-ground contributors, ensuring that What’sUpNewp remains a reliable source of local news.
Belmore is also deeply engaged in community service, having served on the boards of notable organizations such as the Arts & Cultural Alliance of Newport County, Fort Adams Trust, Lucy’s Hearth, and the Potter League for Animals. An esteemed journalist and editor, he champions ethical journalism, adhering to the standards set by the Society of Professional Journalists, the Online News Association, and Local Independent Online News Publishers.
Under Belmore’s guidance, What’sUpNewp continues to uphold its mission as a nonpartisan, independent news outlet, effectively informing and engaging the communities of Rhode Island. For inquiries, he can be reached at ryan@whatsupnewp.com or 401-662-1653.
For more on his work, visit What’sUpNewp.
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