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The seniors in the St. Mary Academy-Bay Vlew graduating Class of 2022.

St. Mary Academy-Bay View graduates Class of 2022

PROVIDENCE — St. Mary Academy-Bay View graduated its Class of 2022 on Monday evening, June 6, at the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul. The Class of 79 graduates have all been accepted into … more

6/8/22

An ancient stone wall meanders through a grassy plot saved in Little Compton by the Sakonnet Preservation Association.

Sakonnet Preservation Association celebrates 50 years

For half a century, a small group of nature lovers has made a huge impact on Little Compton, helping to preserve more than 460 acres of open space in the town. In 1972, a group of concerned … more

By Jen Campisi | 7/15/22

“Chuck, you’re not supposed to talk — quiet,” local resident Sharlene Patton tells Town Council member Charles Levesque after he assured her there was no agreement between the Town of Portsmouth and SouthCoast Wind in place — or even being discussed. Patton was referring to Levesque’s earlier comment that he was recusing himself from any council deliberations regarding the wind energy developer’s proposal because his family owns property off Boyds Lane, through which SouthCoast wants to run transmission cables. Levesque, meanwhile, said Patton and others should not be speaking because the item was not on the agenda.

SouthCoast Wind foes demand answers from Portsmouth council

PORTSMOUTH — For a topic that wasn’t even on the council’s business agenda, it sure drew a lot of discussion. more

By Jim McGaw | 4/12/23

A map rendering showing the proposed path of power lines from SouthCoast Wind up the Sakonnet River to connect in Somerset. (Courtesy Southcoast Wind Energy LLC)

CRMC OKs Sakonnet River transmission line for wind farm

The financial agreements anchoring a 149-turbine offshore wind farm proposed south of Rhode Island have come undone, but that hasn’t stopped state coastal regulators from reviewing — and … more

By Nancy Lavin/Rhode Island Current | 12/15/23

Portsmouth High fans celebrate along with Shane Temple after his second-period goal against South Kingstown at Portsmouth Abbey on Sunday. The Patriots prevailed, 5-1.

Portsmouth boys win third straight in hockey (photos)

PORTSMOUTH — The Portsmouth High boys’ varsity hockey team defeated South Kingstown on Saturday for its third straight win. The 5-1 victory over the Rebels at Portsmouth Abbey … more

2/12/24

Tiverton schools issue layoff notices

While the future of the Fort Barton School remains undecided, Tiverton school officials recently sent layoff notices to 11 employees not connected with the school in an attempt to make a dent in a … more

By Ruth Rasmussen | 5/2/24

As Little Compton Town Meeting looms, schools and budget board square off

When voters head to Little Compton's annual Financial Town Meeting next Wednesday, they'll have a budget plan that includes a slight tax rate increase, and a fiscal showdown between supporters of the … more

By Paige Shapiro | 5/16/23

Gov. Gina Raymond announces Thursday that traditional schooling won't resume this school year.

Governor: Home learning the rule in RI for rest of this school year

Distance learning — “How long will it last?“ is the question Governor Gina Raimondo said she has heard more than any other. And Thursday came her answer … more

By Bruce Burdett | 4/23/20

Little Compton whale dissected, will be buried

Biologists from Mystic Aquarium spent much of Thursday dissecting the young female humpback whale that washed up at Church Cove and was first spotted Saturday. Using a bulldozer to help them move … more

By Ted Hayes | 1/13/22

$1 million pledged to study Gooseberry causeway impacts

More times than he can remember, Mark Rasmussen has been asked if he thinks the causeway connecting Gooseberry Island to the mainland is responsible for the many changes this stretch of coast has … more

By Ted Hayes | 3/10/22

Sakonnet lawmakers vote 3-2 to legalize marijuana

A majority the Sakonnet area's legislative delegation is celebrating legal recreational marijuana in the Ocean State, following Gov. Dan McKee's passage Wednesday of the Rhode Island Cannabis Act, … more

By Ted Hayes | 5/27/22

Tiverton Planning Board rejects Seasons convenience store

The Tiverton Planning Board voted unanimously last Tuesday against a plan to build a Seasons Corner Market at the corner of Souza and Main roads. Colbea Enterprises LLC LLC, based out of Cranston, … more

By Jen Campisi | 9/20/22

Megan Wordell (middle) and others hug during a rally held in Little Compton Sunday afternoon. The rally was organized by Love Wins as a counterpoint to an incendiary mailer sent out late last week to Little Compton residents, which criticized progressive politics and Democrats, and called out council and school committee members for their stances on sex education, the flying of the Pride flag, and other issues.

Love Wins rallies in response to Little Compton mailer

This statement was released Saturday, following Friday's release of a 'hate-filled' political mailer sent to residents by the Little Compton Taxpayers' Association. Love Wins held a rally at the … more

11/1/22

Audrey Pham, a senior at Portsmouth High School, is organizing an art show fund-raiser to support the nonprofit Kids & Art Foundation.

In Portsmouth: Celebrating art’s power to heal

PORTSMOUTH — Portsmouth High School senior Audrey Pham knows how impactful art has been on her life. Now she wants to spread the word and help a good cause to boot. For her senior project, … more

By Lauren Daly | 4/13/23

Portsmouth High’s Aidan Maisen stops a Middletown running back from advancing the ball during a scrimmage at PHS on Saturday. The Patriots start their season on Friday, Sept. 8.

Portsmouth Patriots scrimmage against Middletown High

PORTSMOUTH — With new head coach Keith MacDonald at the helm, the Portsmouth High School varsity football team is getting some hard knocks in to prepare for the start of the 2023 season. … more

8/29/23

Gov. Gina Raimondo at her Friday, May 15 briefing on the COVID-19 pandemic.

Governor: Phase 2 of re-opening won’t begin until after Memorial Day

PROVIDENCE — At her daily COVID-19 briefing Friday, Gov. Gina Raimondo explained the criteria being used to determine when the state is ready to move into a different phase of re-opening … more

By Jim McGaw | 5/15/20

Tiverton talks solar, imposes Fogland parking fines

Notes and points from the Tiverton Town Council's most recent meeting, held last Monday: Solar energy A council-appointed group revising an ordinance to regulate the installation of solar … more

By Ruth Rasmussen | 6/24/22

Little Compton Town Council candidate Maureen Rego, who finished five votes out of the running, is seeking a recount.

Recount requested in Little Compton council race

The long, close race for the final seat on the Little Compton Town Council may not over yet — the sixth place finisher, five votes out of the running, has asked for and a … more

By Jen Campisi | 11/16/22

A 'reference photo' of a similar crematorium, included in Sakonnet Partners LLC's conceptual plan for the Tiverton project.

Crematorium planned for north Tiverton

The Tiverton Planning Board is expected to conduct a preliminary plan review next week of a proposal for construction of a 2,960 square foot crematorium and chapel at 730 Main Road. As it makes … more

By Ruth Rasmussen | 11/23/22

The Patriots take the field at the start of their homecoming game against Cranston East on Saturday.

Portsmouth blanks Cranston East in Homecoming game

PORTSMOUTH — The Patriots varsity football team enjoyed a little home cooking on Saturday against Cranston East. more

10/30/23

Five young men in the buff dash by the Portsmouth High School tennis courts in March 1974. Students had been tipped off about the incident in advance, with many witnessing the streakers from windows on the west side of the school.

50 years ago: PHS streakers turned their other cheeks

PORTSMOUTH — There was a lot going on around the world in March 1974. A grand jury concluded that President Richard Nixon was involved in the Watergate coverup. Most Arab … more

By Jim McGaw | 3/14/24

Four of these hot pink signs were posted in the front foyer of Barrington High School last week. Orange signs with the same message were posted near another entrance. No one at the school was able to answer who posted the signs or when.

More questions, some answers, about FREE!! school food

Last week I wrote a first-person account of my research into school lunches in Rhode Island. This week I’m back, writing on the same subject, with updates on what I’ve learned, and a … more

By Scott Pickering | 2/11/22

Boaters taking part in Saturday's parade on South Watuppa Pond wave to well-wishers on shore.

Watuppa celebrates America

You don't get the nickname 'Captain Seaweed' for nothing. Christian DaSilva, of Beaulieu Road in Westport, has had it for years, and not surprisingly loves to be on the water. This past weekend, … more

By Ted Hayes | 7/15/22

A family enjoys a pizza on the beach Sunday, during Fogland's opening weekend last season.

A new way to pay at the beach in Tiverton

A round-up from the Tiverton Town Council's most recent meeting Monday: Grinnell’s, Fogland to go cashless Beach-goers will never have to worry about losing their wallet in the sand … more

4/20/23

Portsmouth High seniors toss their caps at the end of Friday night’s graduation ceremony inside the PHS field house. Diplomas were awarded to 195 students.

‘Give yourself completely,’ PHS grads told

PORTSMOUTH — The one hundred and ninety-five Portsmouth High School seniors who received diplomas Friday night were challenged to always make the world a better place for everyone around … more

By Jim McGaw | 6/11/23