What's Up Newsletter: January 31

Good Morning! Ryan Belmore here at 6:39 am on Sunday, January 30. Here’s the latest…

- - When he posted this TikTok video on January 4th in hopes of connecting with others experiencing profound grief, local surfer Dan Fischer didn’t know he was starting a worldwide movement to help people cope with the loss of a loved one. WUN’s Sarah McClutchy with more - Local surfer’s One Last Wave Project helps thousands cope with grief

- - The Blizzard of 2022 certainly left its mark on Newport, Rhode Island, and Southern New England. Here’s what Newport looked like on the afternoon of Sunday, January 30 following the storm that dropped 21″ of snow on the area - In Pictures: The scene around Newport the day after the Blizzard of 2022

- - As shared by Newport Police Department, Ocean Drive shut itself down during the storm;

- - If you’re planning on walking the Cliff Walk, it’s going to take a bit more effort following the storm;

- - The Blizzard of 2022 is still having an impact on things. Newport and Portsmouth Public Schools are on a one-hour delay this morning. See the full list here - List of Rhode Island cancellations, closures, and delays

- - Take note nacho fans - Brick Alley Pub is closed for their annual maintenance improvements beginning today through Thursday, February 10.

- - Our poll of the moment - Where is your favorite place for brunch in Newport?

Local surfer’s One Last Wave Project helps thousands cope with grief

In Pictures: The scene around Newport the day after the Blizzard of 2022

List of Rhode Island cancellations, closures, and delays

Poll: Where is your favorite place for brunch in Newport?

National Weather Service: Blizzard conditions were officially reached in Newport, Providence, Westerly, and Block Island

Now Hiring: 77 job opportunities available right now in the Newport area

Snow Report: Mountain Conditions at New England Ski Resorts

Here’s how much snow has fallen so far across Rhode Island

Photo Gallery: Snow blankets Newport during ‘Blizzard of 2022’

National Endowment for the Arts announces $450,000 in American Rescue Plan Grants to 6 R.I. arts organizations

Send us your “Blizzard of ’22” pictures for WUN photo gallery

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City & Government

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