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Portsmouth High’s Adam Conheeny drives for a layup while guarded closely by a Middletown opponent Thursday night in the PHS field house. The Patriots dominated in their home opener, 70-37.
Portsmouth dribbles by Middletown in home opener, 70-37
PORTSMOUTH — The Portsmouth High boys’ varsity basketball team made easy work of Middletown in its home opener Thursday in the PHS field house, cruising to a 70-37 victory. more
A Cooper's hawk surveys the area from a tree branch.
Portsmouth man who shot hawks sentenced to probation
PORTSMOUTH — A Portsmouth man has been sentenced to six months of federal probation after admitting to a federal magistrate judge that he violated the Migratory Bird Treaty Act when he … more
Coreen St. Jean of Project Hand Up recently posted this photo of an empty pallet in hopes of receiving more food donations.
Pantries facing food insecurity
Food pantry usage has intensified, and the volunteers running them are reaching out for year round help as they expect the need will continue to rise. Some have been able to gain a helping hand by … more
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A crew from Waste Management makes the rounds in May collecting trash left curbside in Portsmouth.
More trash talk next month at Portsmouth High
PORTSMOUTH — The Town Council’s next meeting won’t happen until after the new year, when the panel will gather at Portsmouth High School at 7 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 13, 2025. … more
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Heavy rain closes shellfishing beds in Narragansett Bay
The R.I. Department of Environmental Management (DEM) has closed several shellfish areas in Narragansett Bay and the coastal salt ponds due to excessive rain received Wednesday. more
The kids take the spotlight from Director of the Department of Art, Culture and Tourism Joe Wilson Jr. (standing at podium) during the Big Block Party press conference held at Providence Children’s Museum on Dec. 5.
When kids take over the press conference
At a recent press conference held at Providence Children’s Museum, adults took a backseat as children took over the new exhibit, Big Block Party — an interactive experience designed to … more
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The bridge fallout still hovers over R.I. and the governor
      1. STORY OF THE WEEK: Dec. 11 marks the one-year anniversary of the abrupt emergency closing of the westbound Washington Bridge, a crisis whose full effect will … more
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Portsmouth Times - Thursday, December 12, 2024
A Great Horned Owl surveys its territory from a native cherry tree perch in the East Bay. Great Horned Owls are widespread across the U.S. but bird count surveys have shown a significant decreasing trend in the eastern region. Photo courtesy of Butch Lombardi.
The symbiotic relationships between owls and woodpeckers
Head outside on a clear winter night in the East Bay and you might just be greeted by the deep, soft hoots of Great Horned Owls advertising their territories and calling to their mates. Listen more … more
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Map shows proposed route of SouthCoast Wind's transmission cables through Portsmouth.
Portsmouth advises against SouthCoast noise variance
PORTSMOUTH — In a 6-1 vote Monday night, the Town Council recommended that the R.I. Energy Facility Siting Board (EFSB) reject SouthCoast Wind Energy’s request for a noise variance … more
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Santa Claus bumps fists with Kimberly Fiorillo, 10, as he arrives for the ribbon-cutting at the new Glen Park playground on Sunday.
Ribbon cut for new playground at Glen Park, Portsmouth
PORTSMOUTH — The Parks and Recreation Department couldn’t have asked for a better day to officially open the new playground at Glen Park, as the mild weather Sunday drew a couple … more
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Letter: Colleges helping out with field work at Butts Hill Fort
To the editor: Are you interested in history and archaeology in your community? If you are, then read below on developments that are taking place in Portsmouth! This past summer, students … more
Photos from September show the demolition process of the westbound span of the Washington Bridge.
State selects two finalists for Washington Bridge construction
State officials announced two finalists had been chosen to compete for the bid to build a new westbound span of the Washington Bridge, one day prior to the one-year anniversary of the closure of the bridge. more
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Mt. Hope High School track coach Renae Cicchinelli is running an ultra marathon next summer to raise money and awareness in the fight against Multiple Sclerosis.
Mt. Hope track coach runs ultra marathon to support those who can’t
Running has been part of Mt. Hope High School track coach Renae Cicchinelli's being for the better part of her life. Running with a purpose other than it being about figures and fastness is something … more
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Portsmouth Police busy with DUI arrests
PORTSMOUTH — Here are some recent arrests made by The Portsmouth Police Department: Monday, Dec. 2 Jarvin Gabriel, 32, of 160 Davis St., Fall River, was charged with forgery and … more
Annual 5k beach race benefits Mt. Hope High indoor track program
The Mt. Hope High School indoor track and field team's annual "I'd Rather Be Indoor" 5k run/walk steps off Sunday morning, Dec. 8, at Bristol Town Beach. The race starts at 10:30 a.m. Organizers … more
Ann-Marie Harrington will succeed Dr. G. Alan Kurose as chair of the Rhode Island Foundation’s Board of Directors this Friday. The entrepreneur and marketing technology executive will take the helm as the organization launches a new action plan that will drive its work for the next five years.
Portsmouth woman named chair of the Rhode Island Foundation 
PORTSMOUTH — The Board of Directors of the Rhode Island Foundation has elected Ann-Marie Harrington of Portsmouth as chair. The seasoned entrepreneur and … more
Portsmouth Times - Thursday, December 5, 2024
Distinctive Homes of the East Bay & South Coast| WINTER 2024
Distinctive Homes of the East Bay & South Coast| WINTER 2024 more
Bristol and Warren Holiday Guide | 2024
Bristol and Warren Holiday Guide | 2024 more
Dr. Patrick T. Conley, chairman of the U.S. Constitution Council, delivers an address to dignitaries at Philadelphia’s Independence Hall on Dec. 15, 1991, to mark the Bicentennial of the Bill of Rights. U.S. Chief Justice Warren Burger delivered a similar address on that day in Richmond, Virginia.
In praise and recognition of America’s Bill of Rights
December 15 is the anniversary of our Bill of Rights. On that date in 1791, Virginia’s ratification of Articles I through X of our Constitution incorporated them permanently into our … more
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A screenshot from The Bow Bar’s listing on the town’s new website, https://buylocal02871.com. The business leases out a vintage mobile bar that was originally a three-wheeled light commercial vehicle called a VespaCar or TriVespa.
Portsmouth: Local businesses just a few keystrokes away
PORTSMOUTH — With the holiday shopping season now upon us, the town has produced a new tool to help Portsmouth residents spend more locally. more
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Playground designer Conor Hammond chats with Parks and Recreation Director Wendy Bulk at the new playground at Glen Park.
Yet another reason to visit Glen Park in Portsmouth
It may not have all the bells and whistles of the Portsmouth Community Playground that opened in June on Turnpike Avenue, but the new play area at Glen Park is a welcome addition to the nearby … more
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Letter: RIDOT’s undeserved victory lap on road projects
To the editor: A recent press release regarding the completion of the Aquidneck Avenue, Middletown reconstruction found RIDOT taking a self-awarded victory lap.   Most of us remember … more
Letter: Young students shouldn’t be distracted by smartphones
To the editor: Warning! Device renders you an unwitting participant in one of the largest uncontrolled experiments ever performed. Highly addictive algorithms can result in an endless … more
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