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Editorial: A safer bike path for all

Among the flurry of bills being passed out of the Rhode Island General Assembly is a new law with big impact for the communities along the East Bay Bike Path. The “e-bikes bill” creates a … more

6/14/24

Portsmouth Times - Thursday, June 13, 2024

6/13/24

Graduating senior Marissa Vargas is all smiles as Prudence Island School teacher/advisor Stephanie Jenness turns her tassel at the conclusion of a unique one-student graduation ceremony outside Sand Point Lighthouse on the island Saturday. At right is Cathy Homan, who chairs the Prudence Island School Foundation.

On Prudence Island, a graduation of her own

PRUDENCE ISLAND — There was no long procession leading down to an athletic field, no band playing “Pomp and Circumstance,” and no long speeches by multiple students and faculty … more

By Jim McGaw | 6/12/24

Rhode Island legislators Representatives Jason Knight, Justine A. Caldwell and Jennifer Boylan (from left to right) attended a White House State Legislative Convening on Gun Violence Prevention on Dec. 13. Knight and Boylan represent East Bay communities.

East Bay legislators lead the way on gun violence prevention bills

One bill that gun violence prevention advocates claim as their biggest success during this year's session, and two more bills intended to close 'gaps' in existing law, have all been put forth by an East Bay representative or Senator. more

By Ethan Hartley | 6/11/24

Quahogs – Who, what, where, why and how?

A new report written for anglers by anglers serves as a call-to-arms to galvanize the angling community to demand action as climate change disrupts fishing experiences coast to coast. Last … more

By Capt. Dave Monti | 6/10/24

A win for law enforcement transparency, and a research race in R.I.

STORY OF THE WEEK: After an update of the Law Enforcement Officers’ Bill of Rights recently got close to the finish line, there was 0.0% chance that legislative leaders wouldn’t get it … more

By Ian Donnis | 6/10/24

Forgery, disorderly conduct charges top Portsmouth Police log

PORTSMOUTH — Here are some recent arrests made by the Portsmouth Police Department: Wednesday, June 5 Robin Lynn Kimball, 51, of 28 Sprague Court, was arrested on a bench warrant … more

6/10/24

Members of the Class of 2024 walk away from Portsmouth High School one last time as they make their way to the athletic field to begin commencement exercises Friday night.

‘Embrace the unexpected with an open heart’

PORTSMOUTH — Olivia Chaves said she values “cohesion, efficiency, and structure” as a classroom English teacher at Portsmouth High School. more

By Jim McGaw | 6/9/24

Rep. Terri Cortvriend, Sen. Linda L. Ujifusa, and Rep. Michelle McGaw, all from Portsmouth, will host an energy efficiency session on Monday, June 10.

Portsmouth lawmakers host fuel efficiency session Monday

PORTSMOUTH — Three state lawmakers from Portsmouth invite local residents to join them and the Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources for an upcoming local event to learn about a vast array of … more

6/7/24

Mary Rainey throws a pitch during the Patriots D-2 semifinals game against Westerly at RIC on Thursday. The Bulldogs kept the Patriots outfielders busy, clubbing 11 hits and scoring 11 runs off Rainey, who walked just 3 batters.

Westerly drubs Patriots' softball team, 11-1 in semis

Westerly drubbed the Portsmouth softball team 11-1 in 5 innings, during the Division 2 semifinals at Rhode Island College on Thursday night. The Bulldogs clubbed 11 hits and scored 11 runs off … more

Photos and story by Richard W. Dionne, Jr. | 6/7/24

Legislation requiring safe firearms storage passes full General Assembly

PROVIDENCE — With final votes in the Senate, Thursday night, June 6, the General Assembly has approved legislation sponsored by Rep. Justine Caldwell and Sen. Pamela J. Lauria to require safe … more

6/7/24

Assembly passes e-bike regulations – Yes to some, no to others

PROVIDENCE — The General Assembly voted on Thursday, June 6, to approve legislation from East Bay Rep. Jennifer Boylan and Sen. Dawn Euer to expand the legal use of electric bicycles in Rhode … more

6/7/24

RIPTA will not move forward with service reductions

PROVIDENCE — The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority, RIPTA, will not move forward with previously proposed service reductions, which were scheduled to go into effect on Saturday, June 15, as … more

6/6/24

Portsmouth Times - Thursday, June 6, 2024

6/6/24

Portsmouth High’s Sean Wilkey spikes the ball through the arms of a Tolman defender during Tuesday night’s Division III semifinal matchup. The Patriots lost, 3-1.

Portsmouth eliminated in D-3 boys’ volleyball semis

PORTSMOUTH — In just its second season of competitive play, the Portsmouth High School boys’ volleyball team made it all the way to the Division III semifinals. more

6/6/24

Steven Peterson (center) as he appeared in Newport Superior Court on Tuesday. The former executive director of Be Great for Nate was found not guilty of a charge of indecent solicitation of a minor on Wednesday.

Peterson found not guilty of indecent solicitation of a minor

PORTSMOUTH — A jury of seven women and five men found former Be Great for Nate (BG4N) Executive Director Steven Peterson not guilty of indecent solicitation of a minor just a few hours after … more

By Jim McGaw | 6/5/24

Defendant Steven Peterson, the former executive director of Be Great for Nate, listens to testimony in Newport Superior Court on Tuesday.

State rests case against former Be Great for Nate director, awaiting verdict

“Stop asking me about my dick.” That’s what a 15-year-old boy attending Portsmouth High School said to his mentor and 26-year-old neighbor, Steven Peterson, during a late-night … more

By Jim McGaw | 6/5/24

Is R.I. healthcare ‘on the precipice of a disaster’?

STORY OF THE WEEK: During a fiery speech last Tuesday in the House of Representatives’ chamber at the Statehouse, Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha warned of the growing healthcare … more

By Ian Donnis | 6/4/24

Portsmouth High’s Gyselle Mairs contains a La Salle opponent along the sideline during last week’s semifinal Division I lacrosse matchup.

Portsmouth edged by Rams, 14-13, in semifinal heartbreaker

PORTSMOUTH — It couldn’t have been any closer. The Portsmouth High girls’ lacrosse team battled as hard as they could, but La Salle scored just one more goal to win an epic … more

6/3/24

Portsmouth High’s Aiden Chen won the gold in the high jump during the Rhode Island State Track and Field Championships at Conley Stadium in Providence on Saturday. He was the only competitor to clear 6 feet, 4 inches on his first attempt.

Portsmouth's Chen, Gray champions at R.I. track meet

PORTSMOUTH — The Rhode Island track and field championships at Conley Stadium in Providence Saturday featured some outstanding performances from Portsmouth High School athletes. Aiden … more

6/3/24

Portsmouth High’s Megan Malone connects with the first pitch of the game while battling Ponaganset during the Division II winners’ bracket final on Sunday at Rhode Island College.

Ponaganset cools off red-hot Portsmouth softball team

PORTSMOUTH — The Portsmouth High softball team won seven in a row before entering the Division II state championship tournament. Then they won two more, as the No. 5-seeded Patriots … more

6/3/24

In Melville Elementary School’s recent production of “Beauty and the Beast,” Natalie (center), as Belle, is feted by servants in The Beast’s castle: Ari, Nate, Oonagh, Reese, Harper, and Mae.

Beauty is wooed by ‘The Beast’ at Melville

PORTSMOUTH — The assembly room at Melville Elementary School was filled with life-sized teapots, forks, knives, clocks and more during its recent production of the musical, “Beauty and … more

6/3/24

Martha Arbuthnot and her daughter, Tally, 3 (foreground), and Debbie Chappell and her granddaughter, Margaux Rando, almost 2, enjoy the Sway Fun ride. Chappell’s niece is Kateri Chappell Buerman, who heads up the Four Hearts Foundation which raised funds for the playground.

‘This is a great day for Portsmouth!’

PORTSMOUTH — As she looked over at all the young tykes climbing, sliding, swinging and running from station to station at the new Portsmouth Community Playground Saturday, Kateri Chappell … more

By Jim McGaw | 6/3/24

Portsmouth Police deal with reckless driving, drug possession, and more

PORTSMOUTH — Here are some recent arrests made by the Portsmouth Police Department: Monday, May 27 Angel Manuel Pizarro, 42, of 533 North Main Street., Apt. 2W, Fall River, was … more

6/3/24

Letter: If you don’t trust ballot box, be a poll worker

To the editor: The upcoming election is all about “saving democracy,” either from government overreach by Democrats or authoritarian Republicans. I’ve been thinking a lot about … more

6/3/24