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Danielle Chretien makes pizzas in the kitchen area at Clements’ Marketplace on Tuesday. “Growing our team is a top priority in 2023,” said Matt Ponte, spokesperson for the store.
In Portsmouth, business is looking up
PORTSMOUTH — COVID-19 did a number on many local businesses, but nearly three years after the pandemic closed many shops and restaurants down, most of them have rebounded and are … more
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Clockwise from top left: Owen Gray uses a front loader to clear the snow from a Michael Drive residence during the Blizzard of ’22, which buried the town under 22 inches of snow in late January; Senator Jack Reed, Town Council President Nathan Calouro, Joseph Brito, Jr. and his wife Betty, town administrator Steven Contente and others gather as Brito cuts a ribbon in front of the Brick Pizza Co. in June to commemorate the ‘opening’ of Bristol’s Unity Park, which welcomed numerous new businesses throughout 2022; Isaiah Rathbone of Warren (bucket hat) and Bristol resident Anthony Colesanti (blue) fish on the new dock during the first days of the Bristol Town Marina opening; A demonstration in front of Reynolds School in June shows support for ousted Mt. Hope High principal Dr. Deb DiBiase.
A year in review: Bristol's top stories of 2022
From the polarizing redevelopment of the former Robin Rug facility, to thriving Unity Park, Bristol welcomed new businesses and celebrated the success of a new marina. Here are some of the top stories from the year. more
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A view from Wolf Pit Hill looking west to Drift Road at the Head of Westport. In the far distance stands the Bell School and houses lining Drift Road. The Wolf Pit School, built in 1833, appears in the center foreground, close to the gambrel-roofed house built by W. F. King. On the far right stands the home of Dr. Tupper, who cared for seriously ill patients. Several buildings stand on the west landing across the river. Look closely to find a ladder leaning against a tree and the horse and buggy, probably belonging to the photographer. The photograph is from The Penobscot Marine Museum Collection, Eastern Illustrating and Publishing Company Collection.
Panoramas show a Westport long gone, on a grand scale
A new exhibition featuring 22 historical panoramic views of Westport opens Thursday, Jan. 3 at the Westport Free Public Library, presenting astonishing expansive visions of the landscape as well as … more
Letter: Thank you for your vote on Election Day
To the editor: I want to thank the citizens of Portsmouth that took the time to vote on Election Day.  I am especially grateful and appreciative to those who voted for me and have given me … more
Kelsey Perry, Mayflower Wind’s community liaison coordinator, and Tim Reiher, the developer’s offshore cables package manager (left), speak to residents at the drop-in session on Dec. 7 inside Ragged Island Brewing Company’s Brewery Barn. Another session was held the previous night at the Portsmouth Free Public Library.
Mayflower Wind: ‘People still have a lot of questions’
PORTSMOUTH — What will the cables look like? Why come up the Sakonnet River? What’s in it for Portsmouth? Will recreational and commercial fishing be impacted?  more
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Don and Katie Wilkinson pose with the proclamation of appreciation they had just received from Town Council President Kevin Aguiar (right).
Portsmouth says farewell to Manor House stewards
PORTSMOUTH — After 30 years and nearly 2,800 weddings, Don and Katie Wilkinson are turning over their keys to the town-owned Glen Manor House. more
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Emily Skeehan, Fred Faerber III, Isabelle Kelly, and Sondra Blank (from left) are sworn in as members of the Portsmouth School Committee by Gov. Daniel McKee during a ceremony at Town Hall Monday night.
Eleven Portsmouth officials sworn in by Gov. McKee
PORTSMOUTH — Kevin Aguiar was voted in as president of the Town Council for another two years following a swearing-in ceremony Monday in which members of the council and School Committee … more
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Letter: Thanks from Senator-elect Ujifusa
To the editor: I’d like to thank everyone who worked on my campaign and those who voted for me in the last election. It is an honor to represent State Senate District 11. During my … more
Mt. Hope student Benjamin Rozea, along with Mt. Hope principal Michelle King and superintendent Ana Riley, was recognized Monday night after being named a semifinalist in the 2023 National Merit Scholarship competition following his performance on the recent PSAT qualifying test.
Mt. Hope celebrates historic year for SATs
Data showed Mt. Hope High School as the highest performing district in the state in terms of growth over last year, and the overall 7th-highest performing district out of 44 reporting schools for the ELA portion of the SATs. more
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The stories of the election: Magaziner, McKee and the Dems
STORY OF THE WEEK: Allan Fung was visibly deflated when he walked into Twin Oaks last week to hug supporters and concede defeat in a campaign that many people expected him to win. Two elements made … more
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Letter: GOP mailer didn’t persuade due to false assertions
To the editor: Less than a week before the Nov. 8 election, I received a mailer from Portsmouth Republicans. If it was designed to persuade me, an unaffiliated voter, to vote for a Republican, it had the opposite effect. more
Democratic candidates Len Katzman (for Town Council), and Linda Ujifusa (for R.I. Senate District 11) greet voters outside the Portsmouth High School field house on Tuesday.
Dems maintain control of Portsmouth Town Council
PORTSMOUTH — Democrats will maintain their majority on the Town Council, and Linda Ujifusa will take over the R.I. Senate District 11 seat being vacated by retiring Sen. James Seveney. more
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Tiverton says 'yes' to legal marijuana sales
Tiverton voters, who for years have had a recreational marijuana dispensary just over the state line in Fall River, voted Tuesday to allow retail sale of the drug when it is permitted starting in … more
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Editorial: Too many candidates chose not to debate
A frustrating new trend emerged this election season, as a disturbing number of candidates declined, refused or were unavailable to take part in public campaign forums with their opponents. … more
Letter: League responds to comments about candidates’ forums
To clarify, the East Bay forums that included District 11 State Senate forum held on Oct. 13 was not sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Newport County. more
Warren moves to ban marijuana businesses from waterfront
Looking ahead to the town possibly accepting recreational marijuana businesses, the town planning board voted to prevent such businesses from opening in the waterfront business district. more
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Incumbent faces an unknown in House race
Though it's an election year unlike any she can remember, incumbent Democratic Representative Michelle McGaw (District 71, Tiverton, Little Compton and Portsmouth) said she is working hard  to … more
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Michael DiPaola as he appeared in his Portsmouth Police booking photo.
Man displaying anti-Portsmouth signs charged with cyberstalking
PORTSMOUTH — Michael DiPaola, who’s become infamous locally for his display of anti-Portsmouth signs along East Main Road, was arrested today, Oct. 26, and charged with cyberstalking … more
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Portsmouth Town Council forum may not feature any Republicans
PORTSMOUTH — The Town Council candidate forum scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 27, may be absent of any Republicans. more
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Portsmouth council candidates share priorities if elected
PORTSMOUTH — Twelve candidates are running for a seat on the Town Council in next month’s election, and we asked each one the same question: “What issue(s) should be given the … more
Linda Ujifusa is the apparent Democratic primary winner for the R.I. District 11 Senate seat, beating out Matt A. Chappell.
Linda Ujifusa apparent winner of District 11 Senate primary
Linda L. Ujifusa will be the Democrat on the ballot in November for the District 11 R.I. Senate race. more
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Kelli Kidd of Portsmouth, nutrition specialist at Health Services and in the Athletics Department at the University of Rhode Island, is among the community volunteers who share vegetables grown at URI’s Agronomy Farm.
Portsmouth woman involved in food sustainability at URI
A Portsmouth woman is among some volunteers at the University of Rhode Island whose efforts have led to recent recognition by the National Association of College & University Food … more
Matt A. Chappell and Linda L. Ujifusa will square off in Tuesday’s Democratic primary for the R.I. District 11 Senate seat.
Chappell, Ujifusa square off in Democrat primary Tuesday
PORTSMOUTH/BRISTOL — One of the more intriguing matchups in this year’s campaign season will be decided in Tuesday’s Statewide Primary Election, as Matt A. Chappell and Linda L. … more
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Matt Chappell and Linda Ujifusa will square off in next month's Democratic primary for the R.I. District 11 Senate seat.
District 11 candidates make pitches during League forum
Linda L. Ujifusa said she’s the most qualified candidate for the R.I. District 11 Senate seat because of her experience, while Matt A. Chappell said his “different perspective” is … more
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Portsmouth schools being spruced up for opening day
PORTSMOUTH — When students and staff enter their respective school buildings this month, they’ll see some improvements the district has been working on over the summer. The … more
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