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Portsmouth OKs FY25 budget calling for 40-cent tax hike
With little discussion, the Town Council Monday night voted unanimously to formally adopt a total municipal budget of $74,404,959 for fiscal year 2025 that calls for a 3.15-percent increase in the … more
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Commentary: Voters were not misled on school bond
On June 12 at the town budget hearing, Tom Grieb alleged that Portsmouth voters were “deceived” by the School Committee, the Town Council or maybe RIDE (though he admitted he did didn’t exactly know by whom) on the specifics of the 2022 school bond that was presented to the voters. more
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Here’s who is running (so far) in Portsmouth
PORTSMOUTH — Local residents who want to run for office in this year’s election have until 4 p.m. on Wednesday, June 26, to file their candidacy papers. more
Barbara Ripa, administrative assistant for the Town of Portsmouth, is retiring June 30 after more than 26 years of service. Here, she works the virtual participation feed for Monday’s Town Council meeting.
Two longtime Town of Portsmouth employees retiring
PORTSMOUTH — Kudos and citations greeted two longstanding town employees at Monday night’s Town Council meeting in recognition of their upcoming retirements, effective June 30. … more
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The USS Marinette is engineered to function in both near-shore and vast oceanic environments. The ship’s design and capabilities allow for seamless integration with diverse joint, combined, manned, and unmanned teams, fulfilling a range of operations including maritime security, sea control, and global deterrence.
Senator Reed gets USS Marinette to dock in Bristol for Fourth
The U.S. Navy will provide further details at a later date on how and where Rhode Islanders can get an up-close view of the USS Marinette, a 388-foot, Freedom-variant littoral combat ship (LCS). more
Warren Police respond to two firearms related incidents over weekend
Police arrested a man on Metacom Avenue after he allegedly threatened to shoot officers responding to a call on Sunday morning. more
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The inaugural class of Special Olympics Rhode Island’s Athlete Leadership University, joined by Special Olympics Rhode Island President and CEO Ed Pacheco, and Athlete Leadership Specialist Mary-Ellen Powers. (Athletes and others are identified from left to right, row by row.) First Row: Sofia Illiano, Becky Bernard, Diana Halleman, Heather Wyrostek, and Molly McKay. Second Row: Mary-Ellen Powers, Christina Peacock, Mary Irons, Liz Grasso, Brianna Puglia, and Jeffery Pete, Jr. Third Row: Cote David, Drew Palumbo, Ed Pacheco, Emily MacLaughlin, Kathy Krzywonos, Lauren Sartini, and John Williams. Fourth Row: Alex Adams, Keith Wilcox, Jr., Ian Shepherd, Chris Lussier, Sarah LaBreche, and Michael Bullock.
Grads in first class of SORI Athlete Leadership U counts two locals
SMITHFIELD — After a year and a half of taking college-style courses to become certified leaders, the inaugural class of Special Olympics Rhode Island’s Athlete Leadership University, … more
Audrey Paxton fires a strike toward the plate during Barrington's 11-3 win over Portsmouth in the first game of the District 2 finals.
Barrington Senior Softball All Stars build early lead, roll to 11-3 win
The Barrington Senior Division Softball All Star team defeated Portsmouth 11-3 in the first game of the District 2 finals on Monday night, June 24. Audrey Paxton pitched seven strong innings for … more
Lisa Daft, shown speaking at a recent FTM in Barrington, criticized an unnamed member of the Barrington School Committee during a meeting earlier this month.
Barrington resident rips Committee member about canceled speaker
A member of the public called out a member of the School Committee during a meeting earlier this month. Lisa Daft criticized an unnamed member of the Barrington School Committee for allegedly … more
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Westport teachers ink three-year deal with town
Westport teachers will receive three percent raises over the next three years, under a new contract ratified by the Westport Community Schools school committee last week. Superintendent Thomas … more
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Who's running for office in Tiverton and Little Compton?
Residents seeking public office have until Wednesday to declare their intent to run office in this November's election. Though all declarations must be made by the end of the day Wednesday, a handful … more
St Mary ­Academy-Bay View lists final Honor Roll students for 2023-24 term
EAST PROVIDENCE — St. Mary Academy-Bay View principal Dr. Marcela Rossi is proud to announce that 179 students made the honor roll for the fourth quarter, officially marking the end of … more
Crop cannons like this are used by many farmers to keep pests away from their corn crops. This year, one farmer is out of the game as he believes his ability to use them could be threatened.
Little Compton farmer cancels corn amid crop cannon row
The controversy over crop cannons, the noise makers which polarized Little Compton last year as the town sought a way to placate angry neighbors while supporting farmers’ right to use them, … more
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Letter: Crop cannons are essential, and I'm not growing corn without them
I am writing this letter to make my neighbors, friends and customers aware of the fact that Walkers Roadside Stand will not open this season. The reason that we will not be opening this year is … more
Barrington’s Chase Corcoran slaps a hit to the left side of the infield during the Majors Division All Star game on Monday night, June 24.
Barrington 12U All Stars open district play with 2-1 win over Rumford
A first inning lead-off walk by Harrison Collins, followed by Mahir Salahuddin’s home run and a double by Luke Fluet provided all the offense the Barrington 12U Majors All Stars would need in a … more
Instructor and student review the proper technique for chest compressions during a CPR training class.a
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation – Facts versus TV fiction
C ardiopulmonary resuscitation, or CPR, involves pressing down hard on the chest and forcing air into the lungs to maintain blood flow and is a procedure to revive someone if their heart stops … more
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Updated: Candidate filing period in East Providence continues at turtle's pace
EAST PROVIDENCE — The second day of the candidate filing period in East Providence for the 2024 election saw three incumbent School Committee member show their intention to run for re-election. … more
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The state champion Warren U16 girls’ soccer team. Bottom row, l-r: Vivienne Noonan, Aubrey Cummings, Adrianna Lage, Vivyana Gomes, Ava Morissette, Sophia Santoro; Top row, l-r: Mackenzie Lema, Thalia Adkins, Mackenzie Stall, Kendra Ascoli, Ella Texeira, Jocelyn Leitao, Jasmine Kenney. Missing from photo: Catherine Frawley and Regan Pires.
Undefeated Warren U16 women's team takes Super Liga title
The U16 women’s team from Warren were crowned Rhode Island Super Liga state champions over the weekend, following a thrilling 3-2 victory over Portsmouth. more
Letter: June is National Dairy Month — support your local farmer
We are lucky in Westport to still have working dairy farms in our town and nearby including Pine Hill Dairy, Milky Way Farms, Tripp’s Dairy Farm, Arruda’s Dairy, Sweet and Salty Farm, and … more
Pride Fest organizers Jessie and Keith Dias, pose for a photo during their busy day.
Westport celebrates first Pride festival
Keith Dias was raised in Westport and has spent most of his life here. Though he’s always loved his home town, he was still overwhelmed by the love and support he and partner Jessie Dias felt … more
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Cee Cee and the Riders performs Thursday night at Sandy Point Beach
Portsmouth launches a new summer concert series
The Portsmouth Parks & Recreation Department is offering its inaugural summer music and entertainment series. Events are free and open to the public, concessions are available for purchase … more
Thursday is Art Night in Warren
Art Night heads to Warren this month with studios and shops along Main, Market and Child streets and inside Cutler Mills open for visitors along with live music and performances, talks at Ink Fish … more
Identify fraud, illegal gun storage top Portsmouth Police report
PORTSMOUTH — Here are some recent arrests made by the Portsmouth Police Department. Tuesday, June 18 Fabricio Vargas Valle, 40, of 156 McCorrie Lane, was charged with identify … more
An insider’s look at military life and the toll it takes
This book is a first-hand account of the multiple challenges and difficulties faced by those who choose to serve in the military. Based on … more
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Major moves in the R.I. healthcare landscape
STORY OF THE WEEK: Thursday was the day to buy a lottery ticket if you predicted two key developments involving Rhode Island’s healthcare landscape. Brown University and the state’s … more
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