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Westport gets closer to regulating Air BnBs

Once a lengthy document that contained a dizzying array of rules, steps, fees, inspections and prohibitions, an updated version of the town’s proposed Bed and Breakfast and Short Term Rental …

Westport police log: Three charged after car trouble

Monday, Nov. 20 A caller from Forge Road reported suspicious activity just before 3:30 p.m. A caller reported a motor … Read More

Westport fires back at Point owner

The owners of a $3.6 million home at Westport Point have been ordered before the historical commission Monday evening to explain how … Read More

Land Trust secures rare gift for Westport

While skyrocketing land prices threaten open farmland across the South Coast, the Westport Land Conservation Trust recently received a … Read More

Westport deputy police chief calls it a career

There are more personnel changes coming at the Westport Police Department, following the selection last week of Detective Sgt. … Read More

Westport officers honored for saving a life

Friday was a big day for two Westport officers who just weeks earlier saved a man’s life while responding to a call. At noon … Read More

Beach pass fees rise in Westport

They’re still the best views anywhere, but it will cost a bit more to park at town beaches starting next season. The Board … Read More

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Tiverton student keeps teen’s memory alive

Thomas Harrington was only 19 when he died this past May after a decade-long battle with Ewing Sarcoma. But in his final years, the Little Compton resident accomplished things many can only dream of …

In Westport, echoes of a rebellion

They began on the other side of the world, but the mass protests over women’s rights that began in Iran a year ago continue to echo across the globe. Those reverberations reach Westport late …

Westport welcomes new harvest festival

With the fall’s approach there’s seemingly a festival around every corner. The week after next, a brand new one kicks off its inaugural run at the Westport Fairgrounds. The …

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Recalls, Withdrawals and Safety Alerts: Hondas, sodas, swings and more

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Obituaries

Jacinto Almeida Jacinto De Almeida, 92, of Villa Avenue, passed away on December 2, 2023, at home. He was the husband of Mary Lou (Cordeiro) Almeida. Born in Feiteiras, St. Michael, Azores, he was the son of the la

Berta Afonso Berta Maria (Pacheco) Afonso, 88, of 21 Greenway Drive, passed away on November 30, 2023, at home surrounded by her family. She was the wife of the late Evaristo Afonso. Born in Ponta Delgada, St. M

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Sports

Westport to face Douglas in championship on Saturday Marcos Dutra Africano and Tommy Bernard scored as the gritty Westport soccer team shut out Boston International 2-0 in the Division 5 state semifinal game at Scituate High School on Tuesday night. …

Westport heads to the final four, again The Westport soccer team is heading to the final four after stunning one-seeded Sutton 3-2 in triple overtime during a Division 5 Elite 8 game at Sutton on Saturday afternoon. The eighth-seeded …

Quinlan nets 4 goals as Wildcats crush University Park 8-0 in state tourney Junior striker Will Quinlan scored 4 goals as the Westport Soccer team crushed University Park 8-0 in the round of 32 during a Division 5 state tournament home game on Monday afternoon. …

Westport girls soccer readies for playoffs Westport girls soccer readies for playoffs as they beat Southeastern 3-1, tie Diman 0-0. Photos and story by Richard W. Dionne, Jr. The Westport girls soccer team beat Southeastern …

Opinion

Letter: Republicans don’t seem to have any interest in governing

To the editor: I feel obliged to answer Mr. Hewett’s letter (“Voters in Rhode Island do not seem able to get it,” Portsmouth Times, Nov. 30) about the integrity, or perhaps …

Letter: Westport man's comments were shameful NIMBY-ism

I read with much concern the article on the proposed school on Old Harbor Road. I do not know the quality of what is proposed for either education or treatment. I do know that there is a desperate …

Letter: Westport Food Pantry garden — what a great idea!

Community gardens strengthen connections. The news that Westport’s Food Pantry may cultivate and provide locally sourced fresh produce at the Town Farm is wonderful news. The garden will have …

Letter: What's the deal with sea foam, anyway?

If you take a close look at a glass of seawater or even Westport River water, you will find it is full of tiny particles. Seawater isn't just plain water; it contains dissolved salts, proteins, fats, …

Letter: Forget the override — it's time to right the ship

I was disappointed at the outcome of the override and am not surprised at the severe challenges the town is facing as a result. The town and schools seem to be in denial that the defeat of the …

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