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Barrage of ‘vitriolic’ e-mails leads to resignation

A detail from one of Michael DiPaola’s signs. “Cheppetto,” based on the character of the woodcarver Geppetto in “The Adventures of Pinocchio,” is his name for attorney Cort Chappell, the former town prosecutor.

PORTSMOUTH — A pressure campaign by a disgruntled citizen has led to the resignation of the town prosecutor over his failure to pull building permits for past construction projects on his …

State celebrates clamming industry with annual 'Quahog Week'

RI Shellfish Association President Mike McGiveney (left) and member Scott Travers (right) shuck clams during the "Quahog Week" event held at The Guild Restaurant on Water Street in Warren Wednesday, May 14.

The governor, representatives from the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management, the Rhode Island Seafood Marketing Collaborative and the Rhode Island Shellfisherman's Association gathered …

From India to Portsmouth

Dom Benedict Sagaya Valan Maria, O.S.B. was ordained to the sacred priesthood earlier this month in the Church of St. Gregory the Great at Portsmouth Abbey School. Originally from the Bay of Bengal region of India and trained as a software engineer, Benedict discerned a call to religious life with the intention of returning to India as a missionary priest. That path, however, led him to Portsmouth Abbey.

PORTSMOUTH — Originally from the Bay of Bengal region of India and trained as a software engineer, he discerned a call to religious life with the intention of returning to India as a missionary …

Portsmouth High students allowed use of cell phones outside class

Portsmouth High School students will be allowed to use their cell phones during passing time or lunch under a new policy unanimously … Read More

Portsmouth organizations awarded Merritt funds

PORTSMOUTH — Aquidneck Island Land Trust has awarded six grants totaling $10,148 to local community and neighborhood groups … Read More

Portsmouth's Gray, Kaull, Tate, Thomas shine in Division meet

PORTSMOUTH — The Portsmouth High School boys’ and girls’ track team notched four, first-place finishes at the Eastern Division … Read More

Road rage, disorderly conduct top Portsmouth Police report

PORTSMOUTH — Here are some recent arrests made by the Portsmouth Police Department: Tuesday, May 13 Yonathan Osvaldo … Read More

Navigation buoys around Portsmouth could be removed

PORTSMOUTH — Citing high maintenance costs and the growth of GPS-based positioning technology, the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) has … Read More

It’s not all physical — Parkinson’s needs mental movement too

Going to the gym is something often taken for granted. Not everyone has the stamina to keep up the pace of an intense workout, … Read More

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Barrington celebrates Memorial Day with ceremonies and parade

The Memorial Day Parade in Barrington will step off on Monday morning, May 26. The town's Memorial Day activities will begin with a wreath-laying ceremony at Victory Gate at Barrington High …

'Tiverton Celebrates' with a parade, a block party, and fireworks

It’s a day of celebration in Tiverton on Saturday, May 24. The festivities start with the Tiverton Celebrates Parade beginning at 10 a.m. at the corner of Judson Street and traveling along …

'Boots on the Ground' at Fort Adams this weekend

In 2016, Operation Stand Down RI launched the Boots on the Ground for Heroes Memorial, which now displays more than 7,000 combat boots adorned with flags and placards. Each boot represents a U.S. …

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Obituaries

Joseph Desautel Jr. Longtime Barrington Resident|Joseph Normand Desautel, Jr. ("Joe") of Old Saybrook, Connecticut died at the age of 75 on May 11, 2025 surrounded by his loving family following a brief illness. Joe

Sam Abram Husband and Father |Sam Abram, age 74, of Barrington, passed away in his home on April 23, 2025. He remains beloved by his wife Dorothy, son Daniel, and daughter Arianna. Sam was born on June 12, 19

Arthur Tattrie Former Bristol Resident

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Sports

Portsmouth shuts out Davies, improves record to 12-1 PORTSMOUTH — After winning their first 10 volleyball matches of the season, all by way of shutout victories, the Portsmouth Patriots finally experienced their first defeat May 2 at the hands of …

Portsmouth edges E. Greenwich in OT, improves record to 8-1 PORTSMOUTH — Sophomore Rafferty Dionne lifted the Portsmouth High School boys’ varsity lacrosse team to a big overtime win over top-ranked East Greenwich in Division II play last …

Portsmouth High lacrosse team raises money for Dana Farber PORTSMOUTH — They didn’t win their game against Prout at home last Friday, but members of the Portsmouth High girls’ lacrosse team accomplished something more important: Raising …

Flexing some muscle for veterans’ hall in Portsmouth PORTSMOUTH — Some strong-armed men and women turned out to the VFW Post 5390 hall in Common Fence Point recently.

Opinion

Letter: Some more ways for worried locals to take action

Thank you for keeping us informed about so many opportunities in our local community.

Rhode Island case against energy producers knowingly distorts facts

For those that are following, a two-hour hearing on April 15 in Providence County Superior Court marked the latest chapter in Rhode Island’s long-running …

Support bill prohibiting sale of products from fur farms

To the editor: Kudos to Sen. Linda Ujifusa for cosponsoring the Trade in Farmed Animal Fur Products Act (S.25), which would prohibit the sale of new products made with fur sourced from fur farms …

Letter: In support of mandatory stop signs at bike paths

In my 30 years of traffic management in some form, I don't make this recommendation lightly.

Letter: Some antidotes to despair

To the editor: Day 100 of the current administration is upon us. With that formidable reality, I rise each day struggling to choose hope over despair. You may be feeling similarly—daunted by …

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