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A deep magenta aurora borealis over the Bristol Narrows just after 7:30 p.m. Thursday.

All of Rhode Island and the farm coast of Massachusetts — indeed, much of the northern half of the United States — got a rare treat Thursday evening with a rare visit by aurora borealis, … more

10/10/24

Portsmouth High School students who will attend the Presidential Inauguration in January as members of Project Close Up are (from left) Mark Schoen-Cruz, Dillon Fesmire, Heather Williams, Sophia Turner, Maggie Muller, Pheonyx Farwick, Ashley Murphy, and Philomena Muscarella. Their advisor, PHS teacher Joe Cassady, is in the background at far right.

Portsmouth students will witness history 'Close Up'

PORTSMOUTH — Regardless of who they’re pulling for, several Portsmouth High School students will witness real American history unfolding right in front of them when they travel to … more

By Jim McGaw | 10/9/24

Tiverton police logs: Weapons arrest, and a dog call that leads to a summons

Monday, Sept. 30 A Randolph Avenue resident reported a neighbor dispute just before 8:30 a.m. Animal complaints came in at 10:47 and 11:12 a.m. from Chester Street. A Main Road … more

10/9/24

Town council member Gary Matatonas speaks during a Little Compton Republican Town Committee forum Monday evening.

Little Compton Republicans make their case for office

Republican candidates for public office in Little Compton spent 90 minutes Monday evening talking about their vision for the town’s future, and what they plan to accomplish if elected, during a … more

By Ruth Rasmussen | 10/8/24

Portsmouth High’s Sean Gray on his way to winning the 5K at the Maine Festival of Champions in Belfast, Maine on Saturday, Oct. 5. He set a new course record with a time of 14:56.

A perfect regular season for PHS boys’ cross-country team

PORTSMOUTH — It’s been a dream season for the Portsmouth High boys’ cross-country season, as the Patriots finished with wins against St. Raphael and Mt. Hope last week more

10/7/24

Portsmouth High’s Adam Conheeney escapes a tackle on a quarterback-keeper play during the Patriots’ win over Barrington Friday night, 28-16.

Portsmouth spoils Barrington Homecoming with 28-16 win

PORTSMOUTH — The Portsmouth Patriots varsity football team improved its record to 2-2 in Division I following a come-from-behind victory over Barrington on the road Friday, Oct. 4. … more

10/7/24

pass at midfield on Tuesday night, Oct. 1. The Patriots won, 2-0.

Portsmouth dominates Townies for fourth straight shutout

PORTSMOUTH — The Portsmouth High varsity boys’ soccer team has certainly rebounded from last year’s season, in which the Patriots finished at 2-9-3 in Division I. more

10/4/24

Tiverton Town Council candidates' forum is Tuesday

Candidates for Tiverton Town Council will answer questions at a public forum planned for this coming Tuesday, Oct. 8, at the Tiverton Library. It runs from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and is sponsored by the … more

10/4/24

LC Republicans' open candidate forum is Monday

The Little Compton Republican Town Committee' will host a candidates' forum for candidates seeking seats on the town council and school committee this coming Monday, Oct. 7, at the Little Compton … more

10/3/24

Scam costs Tiverton man nearly $200,000 in gold

A Connecticut man who allegedly took part in a scam that cost a Tiverton resident nearly $200,000 in gold bullion last month is being held in federal custody as part of a larger investigation into … more

By Ted Hayes | 10/3/24

Democratic and Independent candidates for Little Compton Town Council took part in this 2022 forum sponsored by the Sakonnet Times, which all Republican candidates skipped. The same is expected in 2024, with Republicans holding their own forum, and Democrats expected to take part in a forum organized by the Sakonnet Times.

Dems, GOP will have separate forums in Little Compton

If Little Compton residents want to learn more about their candidates for local office, it looks like they will have to attend two separate political forums. Little Compton Republicans have … more

By Shaunna Watson | 10/1/24

Portsmouth’s Kylie Delemos leads a teammate with a pass while competing against Ponaganset on Saturday, Sept. 28, at home. The Patriots prevailed, 2-0.

Portsmouth shuts out Ponaganset in girls’ soccer, 2-0

PORTSMOUTH — Bumped back up to Division I this year after capturing the D-2 state championship last fall, the Portsmouth High School girls’ varsity soccer team notched a shutout win … more

9/30/24

Mark Gleicher (left) campaigns with Patrick McHugh, candidate for Little Compton Town Council, in 2022.

Gonzalez exit leaves questions on school board race

Come Wednesday, Nov. 6, Little Compton could see an exceedingly rare, if not unprecedented, turn of events in Rhode Island — a husband and wife serving together on the same school committee, following the resignation Monday … more

By Ted Hayes | 9/26/24

Speak up, seniors — Little Compton survey now open

Little Compton officials want to know how the town and local senior service providers can improve the support system for the community’s older residents and provide … more

9/25/24

CRMC considers request to dismiss Tiverton oyster plan

Months after legislation that would effectively restrict oyster farming at Sapowet Cove became law in the Ocean State, there is still no word yet from the Coastal Resources Management Council on … more

By Shaunna Watson | 9/24/24

Grant awards are set at pre-determined tiers of $500, $1,000 and $2,500 for eligible businesses.

Application deadline extended for businesses affected by Washington Bridge closure

Eligible small businesses and nonprofits now have until Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. to apply. more

9/23/24

Portsmouth High’s Jack Casey wins a head ball against his Barrington opponent at midfield during a contest Tuesday night, Sept. 17.

Portsmouth, Barrington play to 1-1 tie in boys’ soccer (photos)

BARRINGTON — The Eagles and the Patriots played to a 1-1 tie in a Division I boys’ varsity soccer matchup on Tuesday in Barrington. Both goals were scored in the second … more

9/20/24

David Euglow looks out over Virginia from a ledge on the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Little Compton to Nashville — on foot

There’s a secondary highway somewhere between Lloyd’s Beach and Nashville — David Euglow can’t recall exactly where. He remembers a few lanes, an overpass, trash on the … more

By Ted Hayes | 9/20/24

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg during his tour of the Washington Bridge in March of 2023.

R.I. to receive $125 million in federal funds for Washington Bridge replacement

The federal funds are being awarded to the state through the “Mega grant” program, also known as the National Infrastructure Project Assistance program, which is designed to support large transportation projects that are difficult to fund. more

9/20/24

Wampanoag history comes to life in Little Compton

For the first time in at least 200 years, a traditional Wampanoag canoe, or mishoon, is being made in Sakonnet, now more commonly known as Little Compton. Jonathan James-Perry, an Aquinnah … more

By Ted Hayes | 9/19/24

Tiverton runners William Ramos (left) Owen Oliveira (center, out of focus), Aidan Schreiner (right) make their way through the course with a host of competitors behind them.

Pardon, just passing through in Tiverton

Though they didn’t score the fastest times, members of the Tiverton boys’ and girls’ middle school cross country teams combined to beat Kickemuit Middle School in Bristol Warren, … more

By Ted Hayes | 9/18/24

Chris Vachon, Patrick Orbon, and Jack Marston (from left) run up a dirt hill on Barrington’s course.

Portsmouth boys sweep cross-country meet in Barrington

PORTSMOUTH — Portsmouth High’s Sean Gray and Allie Kaull won their respective races for the second week in a row during a cross-country meet at Barrington High’s 5K course on … more

9/17/24

Federal Title IX lawsuit touches Little Compton

“I unequivocally support protections for all students and believe that everyone should feel safe attending their public schools.” — … more

9/17/24

Portsmouth High School Color Guard member Savannah MaGrath twirls a flag while performing with her team during the Portsmouth High School Marching Band’s halftime show last Thursday, Sept. 12, on the main athletic field.

Portsmouth High band brings sweet dreams — and nightmares!

PORTSMOUTH — The theme of the Portsmouth High School Marching Band’s halftime show this year is “When Dreams Become Nightmares,” and the group debuted it last Thursday … more

9/16/24

Portsmouth High’s John Colna (left) sets a block as ball-carrier Adam Conheeny attempts to break a tackle against South Kingstown on Thursday, Sept. 12. The Patriots fell in overtime, 21-20.

Portsmouth edged by Rebels in OT thriller, 21-20

PORTSMOUTH — It may not have been the way they wanted to start the season in Division I football, but the Portsmouth Patriots showed plenty of heart in their 21-20 overtime loss to South … more

9/16/24