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A section of Riverside Street overlooking Blue Bill Cove in Island Park developed into “chaos” over the years due to short-term rentals, some residents complained back in 2018 when the Town Council set rules to deal with their proliferation. (File photo)
Portsmouth hearing on controversial short-term rentals is Monday
PORTSMOUTH — A large turnout is expected for a public hearing on Monday, March 25, on proposed changes regarding local short-term rentals that are typically booked through companies such … more
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Aerial view shows location of farmland that sold for $3.1 million. St. Mary’s Episcopal Church can be seen at right, with St. Mary’s Pond in the background.
$3.1M sale called second highest of vacant land in Portsmouth
PORTSMOUTH — Twenty-four acres of pastoral farmland on Paquins Lane has sold for $3.1 million, and now the Aquidneck Land Trust (ALT) is working with the property’s new owner in … more
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Portsmouth Times - Thursday, October 4, 2018
Letter: The paper continues its history of anti-union views
There are certain recurring things in life that you can always set your clock by, such as long lines at the mall on Black Friday, hot and humid weather in July, and of course a regular bashing of … more
Arlene Violet: Can political leaders stop the madness?
With the onset of the new legislative session, taxpayers are gritting their teeth to see what fiscal ignominies will be piled onto their backs. One thing is for certain. The governor is out of … more
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Ethan and Rebecca Hartley, during their very small 2020 wedding.
Wedding, Interrupted
“Maybe we’ll give out hand sanitizer as a wedding favor,” I joked with my coworkers as we gathered in the front office to talk about this new virus that just had its first confirmed … more
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Bows and boos for the early days of 2023 in Rhode Island
R hode Island notables surely serve up a potpourri   of decisions for which they should take a bow or offer an apology. 2023 has had some sterling examples of both genius judgments and mistakes. … more
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Stephanie Beaute, Gabe Amo, Walter Berwick, Sandra Cano, Don Carlson, Stephen Casey, John Goncalves, Sabina matos, Ana Quezada, Aaron Regunberg
Ten Democratic Congressional hopefuls square off at Roger Williams University
It was a fast-moving debate with several lightning rounds, ensuring that everyone got a chance to flash a little personality, attempt to differentiate themselves from the other members of their party onstage, and, for better or worse, increase their name recognition. more
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Photo included in CRMC application shows where Mark and Cheryl DeMello are proposing to build a residential floating dock behind 395 Park Ave. Council member Charles Levesque, who said he’s not opposed to the specific application but wanted a wider discussion about “lateral access” along the shoreline, noted it would be the only such dock in the immediate area.
Portsmouth residential dock on hold after town intervenes
PORTSMOUTH — What is normally a routine state review of an application for a new residential dock was delayed by the R.I. Coastal Resources Management Council (CRMC) Tuesday, Nov. 14, at … more
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Map shows limited bicycle infrastructure currently on Aquidneck Island. The recent completion of the shared use path associated with the Pell Bridge ramp project, however, has resulted in a notable increase, according to Ride Island.
Portsmouth endorses bike plan as ‘advisory resource’
Although it doesn’t seem additional road diets on East Main Road will happen any time soon , an island-wide plan has been endorsed by the Town Council as a guide toward improving safe biking … more
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Letter: Citizens should be allowed to ‘peaceably assemble’
With regard to the police ‘dispersing’ groups of any size, the First Amendment reads, in part: "Congress shall make no law ... abridging the right of the people peaceably to assemble … more
Portsmouth Times - Thursday, June 4, 2020
“I’m not retiring, I’m repurposing,” says Ray Davis, who’s retiring from a long career in substance abuse prevention. “I’m 72 years old, I’m in pretty good health. I’m lucky for that, and I have most of my wits about me. I’ve got something in my life — my music.”
In Portsmouth: Stepping down from prevention
PORTSMOUTH — Ray Davis has been involved in substance abuse prevention issues for decades, but said he has nothing on one of his family members. more
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The best advice – from brides to brides
While bridal trends come and go, some ideas have gained traction in recent years, possibly due to the impact of social media. Following the coronavirus pandemic, wedding planners and vendors have … more
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A haunting photo, a poignant story
‘Sold on a Monday’ By Kristina McMorris It all started with a picture. Set during the hardship years of the Depression, young reporter Ellis Reed is looking for an interesting story … more
Portsmouth High’s Tristan Thomas competes in the high jump during Monday’s meet in East Providence. He won the pole vault event with a best effort of 10 feet.
Portsmouth's Landon Rodrigues wins 4 events at track meet
EAST PROVIDENCE — Landon Rodrigues won four events as the Portsmouth High boys’ outdoor track team swept a meet in East Providence Monday. The final team scores were Portsmouth 92.5, … more
Bristol Theatre Company actors take a bow at the end of their performance of Disney's Descendants: The Musical. From left, Carlos (Dylan Pariseault), Jay (Abby Oliver), Mal (Lizzie Karberg), Evie (Layla Coelho), and King Ben (Logan Cabral)
Bristol Theatre Company back to the stage for first show in three years
Actors aged 7-18 performed at St. Philomena's School in Portsmouth for multiple shows between Thursday, Aug. 3 and Sunday, Aug. 6. more
The intersection of East Main Road and Turnpike Avenue (looking south) where the roundabout is being proposed. The main entrance to Clements' Marketplace is at left.
East Main improvements on Portsmouth Town Council agenda for Monday at PHS
PORTSMOUTH —   A member of the Town Council is seeking to cancel the body’s Nov. 30 vote regarding the R.I. Department of Transportation’s (RIDOT) plan to build a roundabout at … more
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Canvassing Clerk Barbara Sherman shows 17-year-old Maciej Tabak how to navigate the state’s Voter Information Center website (vote.sos.ri.gov) after he filled out his voter registration form at Town Hall Sunday. Thanks to a new state law, the Portsmouth High School student will be able to vote in next month’s Presidential Primary because he will be 18 by the time of the General Election. He was attending the Portsmouth Board of Canvassers’ “Primaries & Pizza” event that featured a presentation about the elections.
Whether you’re 17 or 70, every vote matters
PORTSMOUTH — You don’t typically see a 17-year-old filling out paperwork at Town Hall — especially on a weekend — but that’s exactly what Maciej Tabak was … more
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Portsmouth Times - Thursday, March 19, 2020
Portsmouth Times - Thursday, July 2, 2020
What’s working well — Aaron Tessier helps his daughter Aubrey, 5, cast into Thurston Gray Pond from the small dock at Melville Park last Thursday. Residents last week pointed to Melville Park’s fishing spots and hiking trails as among the best examples of the town’s open space and recreational facilities.
Parks and recreation: How’s Portsmouth doing?
PORTSMOUTH — Portsmouth still needs a community recreation center, as well as a facility for the fastest-growing sport around — pickleball. The hiking trails and fishing … more
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This vacant lot on Carnegie Harbor Drive recently sold for $2 million — said to be the highest vacant land sale of the year in Rhode Island.
Portsmouth: Carnegie Harbor Drive lot fetches $2 million
PORTSMOUTH — Residential Properties Ltd. (RPL) has announced the sale of a vacant lot on Carnegie Harbor Drive for $2 million — the highest vacant land sale in Rhode Island this … more
It’s critical to know each couple’s style, interests and personality.
When it comes to photography, it's a matter of trust
As a seasoned wedding photographer, Devon McWilliams believes a strong relationship between the couple and their photographer is vital. The best photos come from a relationship built on trust, … more
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Can R.I. cut its way to a better business climate?
S TORY OF THE WEEK:  Can Rhode Island tax-cut its way to a more appealing business climate? That question has been subject to debate for years and it won’t stop now. For supporters, … more
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