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DEM stocks 25 state waterways with Brook, Rainbow trout
PROVIDENCE — The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management is conducting its fall trout stocking at area locations in advance of the Columbus Day holiday weekend. The effort … more
West Nile Virus found in Westport
A mosquito sample taken from Westport last week has tested positive for West Nile Virus. The positive finding was announced Wednesday by the state Department of Public Health, and comes to weeks … more
Offshore wind is the subject of intense debate in Rhode Island.
Two sides to the wind farm debate
A Rhode Island citizen activist made a powerful pitch about the dangers of offshore wind projects to a mostly supportive audience in Westport, Mass., on Tuesday, Sept. 19, and a small group of … more
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Becky Chace had her own band, sold thousands of CDs and played at big venues, before pausing music to become a teacher. These days, she’s playing music on her own terms — and having fun.
Meet Becky Chace: A prolific musician with a future all her own
I had sought out, for some time, singer, songwriter, guitarist Becky Chace for an interview regarding her life and times in music. A life rich in gigs, travel, recordings, starts, stops and … more
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Outgoing Westport Police Chief Keith Pelletier. He will retire later this year after 21 years on the job.
Westport police chief calling it a career
The select board is moving ahead with plans to replace Police Chief Keith Pelletier, who recently announced his retirement after having served 21 years in the position. The board voted this week … more
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West unveils draft Short Term Rental bylaw
A new committee formed by the select board in mid-August to study the regulation of short term rentals (STRs) in Westport is wasting no time, and is reviewing a draft bylaw to regulate both STRs and … more
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Korynne Holden makes a kick on goal during Westport's 8-1 home win over Wareham on Tuesday.
Young stars shine for girls soccer team as they even season at 2-2
The Wildcats' young stars shined as the Westport girls soccer team dominated their last two opponents scoring 16 goals while yielding just one in moving to 2-2 for the season. Seventh grade forward … more
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Matt Shivers (left), a middle/high school teacher, is shown at a lacrosse practice last autumn. He resigned Tuesday, Sept. 19.
Teacher in ‘Happy Endings’ controversy resigns
The Westport middle/high school teacher at the head of the “Happy Endings” story controversy has resigned. Matt Shivers, who had been on paid leave since the first week of the school … more
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Clock ticking for appeal in Spinnaker Way rental mess
The clock is ticking for the owners of a 50 Spinnaker Way home to appeal a recent town order that bars them from renting their home as a short term rental (STR). In mid-August, members of the … more
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Gordon School has created a new “Whatever I Need” block in every student’s day, where they have free time for “whatever they need.” In the spirit of social-emotional wellness and growth, classes might go outside for some fun, hold a lively discussion about an important topic, or spend time reading together (above) with the school’s therapy dog, Denver.
For private schools, enrollment growth is a pandemic silver lining
While the global pandemic made a mess of just about everything everywhere, it had a hidden benefit for private schools — it boosted their enrollments. Admissions directors at numerous … more
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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 … more
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Westport police arrest three
Monday, Sept. 11 A 911 caller reported an accident with injuries on Gifford at 9 a.m. A caller from Devol Avenue reported identity fraud at 6:26 p.m. A caller from Ridgeline West Drive … more
Scrappy center midfielder Makayla Grace makes plays both defensively and offensively for the Wildcats. 
Wildcats wallop Wareham 6-0, win three in a row
The Westport field hockey team is dominating teams with their stout defense and ferocious offensive attack. The Wildcats have won three in a row after walloping Wareham 6-0 in a home game last … more
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The town is taking action after receiving several complaints about jet skiers along the East Branch.
Proposed East Branch no wake zone moves north
The Harbor Advisory Board is moving its requested no wake zone on the East Branch further north, though the ultimate decision on whether to put in a buoy is up to the select board. Last month, … more
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Westport police logs: Car theft reported
Monday, Sept. 4 Police responded to Main Road at 2:16 a.m. for an animal complaint. A similar call came in from Drift Road just after 8 a.m. A 911 caller reported an accident on Route … more
Wildcats’ senior captain Avery Avila leads the team with her gritty, tenacious play on the field. Westport beat Wareham 6-0 during a home game on Tuesday afternoon. The Wildcats are currently 3-0.
Wildcats wallop Wareham 6-0, win 3 in a row
The Westport field hockey team is dominating teams with their stout defense and ferocious offensive attack. The Wildcats have won three in a row after walloping Wareham 6-0 in a home game on Tuesday … more
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A new URI study has found extensive microplastics in Narragansett Bay. Researchers Victoria Fulfer (shown) and J.P. Walsh estimate that the top 2 inches of the floor of Narragansett Bay now contain more than 1,000 tons of microplastics, and that buildup has occurred in just the last 10 to 20 years.
New URI study finds extensive microplastics in Narragansett Bay
Two University of Rhode Island researchers estimate that the top 5 centimeters (2 inches) of the floor of Narragansett Bay now contain more than 1,000 tons of microplastics, and that buildup has occurred in just the last 10 to 20 years. more
The sheer number of white-tailed deer in the area is causing problems, and residents across Westport and LittleCompton are looking for solutions.
Oh deer — Farm Coast deer herd brings concern
If 911 calls and accidents are any indication, then Westport and Little Compton just may have a deer problem. Since January, Westport police have tallied 57 vehicle vs. deer collisions, and 41 … more
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The main house at 435 Old Harbor Road.
Private residential school proposed for Old Harbor Road
A prospective buyer plans to turn a 10-acre property along Old Harbor Road into a live-in residential educational facility for teens. The property at 435 Old Harbor Road is currently owned by … more
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Senior Tommy Bernard dribbles around a defender on his way to the goal as the Westport soccer team crushed Carver 7-1 in their home opener on Wednesday.
New faces same result for Westport  soccer
New faces yielded the same result as the Westport soccer team crushed Carver 7-1 in a non-league home game to kick off their 2023 campaign on Wednesday night. Will Quinlan scored 2 goals, Tommy … more
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Planning board member John Bullard said disputes over STRs will continue until the town puts bylaws in place to regulate the issue.
Westport awaits select board OK to study short term rentals
Bylaws that would regulate short term rentals (STRs) in Westport are still a long way off, but are expected to get a boost Monday when the select board votes on whether to convene a working group to … more
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Westport police: Man faces DUI charge
Monday, August 28 Police responded to a disturbance on Reed Road at 7:16 a.m. Police assisted after a Gifford Road resident called in animal complaints at 2:08 p.m. A caller from … more
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 … more
Photo: Surfing's for the birds
Pink flamingoes aren’t native to the Northeast, but a big one — a really, really big one — was spotted at Little Compton’s Goosewing Beach Tuesday. David Webb took this photo … more
There is still much uncertainty over how to move ahead with the re-use of the old Westport High School on Main Road.
Code questions cloud old high school re-use plan
Members of the Long Term Building Committee will host a public walk-through of the old high school Wednesday afternoon at 4:30 p.m., as they continue to close in on a plan for what the town should do … more
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