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“STELLA!” — Dylan Fesmire, as Stanley Kowalski, during the iconic moment of “A Streetcar Named Desire,” which is being staged at the Kate Grana Auditorium at Portsmouth High School Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, March 21-23.

‘A Streetcar Named Desire’ comes to PHS stage

PORTSMOUTH — The Portsmouth High School Drama Club is bringing a classic of American drama to the stage starting this Thursday, March 21. “A Streetcar Named Desire,” … more

3/18/24

"Mickey" documentary showing at The Eisenhower House

Newport film outdoors will be showing "Mickey: The Story of a Mouse" at The Eisenhower House on Thursday, August 11. There will be food trucks on-site and live music by Chelsea Ambrose and … more

8/10/22

Second offshore wind forum in Portsmouth on Feb. 15

PORTSMOUTH — The Common Fence Point Preparedness Committee (CFPPC) is hosting “Offshore Wind and the Sakonnet River: A Dialogue for Coastal Communities II” from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on … more

1/24/23

Fireworks will light up the East Bay sky this holiday weekend

There are four planned fireworks shows taking place this Sunday and Monday, July 3 and 4, in the East Bay region. Bristol The Bristol Fourth of July Fireworks Display is scheduled for Sunday, … more

6/30/22

Norman Bird Sanctuary presents Lisa Morales

2018 Rolling Stone "Artist to Watch" Lisa Morales will be playing at the Norman Bird Sanctuary Friday, August 5 at 7 p.m. The Mexian-American artist is known for fusing country music and … more

8/1/22

This Daddy Long Legs sculpture will be one of many you’ll be able to find at Green Animals Topiary Garden starting this weekend.

Big Bugs to invade Green Animals in Portsmouth!

PORTSMOUTH — Green Animals Topiary Garden will be buzzing this summer when David Rogers’ Big Bugs takes over from Friday, June 25, through Sunday, Oct. 3. more

6/23/21

King Park free concerts: Eddy's Shoe and the Mansfield Band

King Park in Newport will be holding free concerts every Sunday through August 29 from 3:00-6:00 p.m., as a part of NIMFest. The whole family is welcome, including pets. This Sunday, August 7, come … more

8/3/22

Holocaust survivors to speak in Tiverton Monday evening

Survivors of the Nazi regime in Germany will visit Tiverton Monday evening for a presentation on race, anti-semitism and tolerance, following the recent controversy over a Tiverton restaurant's … more

By Ted Hayes | 7/29/22

Cindy and John Bowdren enjoy a brew on the top deck at Ragged Island Brewing Company. The farm brewery will host the Ocean State Beer Festival on Sunday, Aug. 21.

Portsmouth’s Ragged Island to host Ocean State Beer Festival

PORTSMOUTH — After a two-year hiatus, the Ocean State Beer Festival will return on Sunday, Aug. 21, with Ragged Island Brewing Company hosting. The event will run from 2-5:30 p.m. at … more

7/15/22

PVD beer garden

Enjoy craft beer and views of the providence river at The Guild Brewing Co.'s Beer Garden on the Providence Pedestrian Bridge, happening weekly on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and … more

8/1/22

Michael Durrett, head chef and business owner of Dashing Dan’s Cafe Car, serves a birthday lunch last week to Bob Obara (in hat), along with his wife Patty and their son, Michael.

A different kind of 'meals on wheels' in Portsmouth

This train car may not move, but its chef certainly does. more

1/16/24

A rendering of the new playground being proposed by the Four Hearts Foundation to replace the existing one on Turnpike Avenue.

Portsmouth: Fund-raising begins for new playground

PORTSMOUTH — A memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the Four Hearts Foundation and the Town Council has been approved so that a new community playground can be built on Turnpike … more

5/3/22

Ken Rutter, commander of VFW Post 5390 in Common Fence Point, stands inside the top floor of the hall, which is undergoing a transformation. Behind him are pilates equipment used in classes led by Conley Zani, who rents space in the building.

In Portsmouth: A metamorphosis in the making

PORTSMOUTH — Ken Rutter stands inside the shabby looking basement room of the VFW Post 5390 hall in Common Fence Point and knows there’s a lot of work to be done. But with the … more

By Jim McGaw | 9/7/23

American Band concert Thursday night in Portsmouth

A free concert by the American Band will return this summer rain or shine. The grounds open at 5 p.m. Bring chairs. Picnics are welcome. No pets. WHAT: Band concert WHEN: Thursday, July 14, at … more

7/13/22

A sign at Heritage Park in Portsmouth explains the site’s connection to the Battle of Rhode Island of 1778.

Portsmouth: Walk the battlefield at Heritage Park on Sept. 24

PORTSMOUTH — Did you know Portsmouth has an important battlefield? Within the town there’s an area of 365 acres that’s been designated an historic district on the National … more

9/5/22

Witness ‘Lizzie Borden’ on trial

The Delvena Theatre Company will present “Lizzie Borden and the 40 Whacks” this coming Monday in Fall River. Entry to the performance is free and open to all, but registration is … more

7/13/22

The 54th Regiment of Foot will present will musket demonstrations at the Dr. Roderick Terry Centennial Celebration at Butts Hill Fort on Saturday, Aug. 19. (File photo)

100th anniversary of Fort Butts' rescue to be celebrated Saturday

PORTSMOUTH — The property where the largest remaining Revolutionary War fortification in southeastern New England now sits could have easily become house lots if a certain someone didn’t … more

8/14/23

Narrows Center presents Amy Helm

Narrows Center for the Arts in Fall River is holding a concert series, with shows every weekend in August. Singer-songwriter Amy Helm will be performing songs from her newest album, "What … more

8/10/22

The Fabulous Thunderbirds play in Fall River

Narrows Center for the Arts in Fall River is holding a concert series, with shows every weekend in August. The Fabulous Thunderbirds is performing on Saturday, August 13. Songs like "Tuff … more

8/10/22

Showing of "The Princess" at The Elms

Newport film outdoors will be showing "The Princess" at The Elms on Thursday, August 4. There will be food trucks from Hometown Poke, Wally's Wieners and Sprout and Lentil and live music by La … more

8/3/22

Jazz at The Fort

Newport Jazz Festival will return to Fort Adams State Park July 29-31. With a full lineup of over 50 acts as well as plenty of food an exhibits, this year's festival is set to be a music-packed … more

7/25/22

Aquidneck Growers Market

The Aquidneck Growers Market is bringing fresh, local food to the Embrace Home Loans Middletown campus every Saturday morning from May 7-October 29. From fruit and vegtables, to flowers, to baked … more

7/27/22

Easton's Beach Children's Night: Big Joe the Storyteller

Easton's Beach is hosting a Children's Night Series every Thursday in July. Kids and families can enjoy magicians, puppet shows and interactive entertainment starting at 6:00 p.m. The … more

7/13/22

Narrows Center August concerts: Pousette Dart Band

Narrows Center for the Arts in Fall River is holding a concert series, with shows every weekend in August. On Friday, August 19, rock/folk singer, songwriter and musician Jon … more

8/17/22

Art exhibition: "Wise Guise"

Narrows Center for the Arts will be presenting "Wise Guise," a collaborative art exhibition featuring four Massachusetts-based artists. This exhibition explores the unknown utilizing an array of … more

7/27/22