PORTSMOUTH —  Acting on the recommendation of Police Chief Thomas Lee, the Town Council Monday voted unanimously to ask the state to make it easier and safer for pedestrians to cross … more

PORTSMOUTH — The Town of Portsmouth will break ground on its new police station at a ceremony scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 4, at 10 a.m. The groundbreaking will take place at the … more

PORTSMOUTH — The town has selected the builder for the new police station and work is expected to start Oct. 1. The Town Council Monday night voted unanimously to accept the lowest base … more

PORTSMOUTH — If you’re a boater, no doubt you’ve spotted Portsmouth Harbormaster Stephen Burns out on the water — and hopefully you were on the right side of the … more

PORTSMOUTH — Police visited a Common Fence Point resident’s house twice within a two-hour timespan Saturday, Aug. 26, after receiving reports of domestic disturbances. Frank T. … more

PORTSMOUTH — Portsmouth Police are asking members of the public if they have any information regarding an incident Friday in which a local resident overdosed on “brownies” that … more

PORTSMOUTH — A local man was charged with domestic felony assault Saturday for allegedly pointing a gun at his girlfriend during an argument, police said. Kevin Silvia, 53, of 2859 East … more

PORTSMOUTH — Be careful where you leave your car in town, because it will now cost you significantly more if you get a ticket. Following the recommendation of Police Chief Thomas F. … more

PORTSMOUTH — Three town employees were singled out for their excellent service by the Town Council Tuesday night. The council named two recipients of the inaugural Employee of the Year … more

PORTSMOUTH — A 21-year-old Middletown man was arrested on drug charges Saturday after witnesses said he was driving on Route 24 while punching himself in the face, police said. more