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Portsmouth Times - Thursday, February 18, 2021
How do women factor into races for Governor and Congress?
STORY OF THE WEEK: When women run for office in Rhode Island, they usually win. Years of gains in the state Senate, for example, resulted in the chamber being equally divided between male and female … more
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The author mixes polenta with fresh sprigs of fennel, grated cheese and salt — much as her grandmother did.
La cocina povera / The poor kitchen 
Note: This is the first feature in a series of cultural meals aimed to highlight history, nutrition and simplicity.  Polenta – derived from the Roman word pulmentum , used to describe … more
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Our impotent Congress is a disgrace
By now you know whether the Republican House got its act together and continued the funding to run the government. To think that these do-nothings continue to receive a whopping salary while our … more
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The Patriots take the field at the start of their homecoming game against Cranston East on Saturday.
Portsmouth blanks Cranston East in Homecoming game
PORTSMOUTH — The Patriots varsity football team enjoyed a little home cooking on Saturday against Cranston East. more
Portsmouth Times - Thursday, August 23, 2018
Five young men in the buff dash by the Portsmouth High School tennis courts in March 1974. Students had been tipped off about the incident in advance, with many witnessing the streakers from windows on the west side of the school.
50 years ago: PHS streakers turned their other cheeks
PORTSMOUTH — There was a lot going on around the world in March 1974. A grand jury concluded that President Richard Nixon was involved in the Watergate coverup. Most Arab … more
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Portsmouth Times - Thursday, November 8, 2018
A crew performs work on the Mt. Hope Bridge during a previous maintenance project. The bridge was built in 1929.
Mt. Hope Bridge not in peril, but needs work
A proposed dehumidification system could add 50 years to the Mt. Hope Bridge for $35 million. Waiting longer to remedy the issues could cost much, much more. more
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Four of these hot pink signs were posted in the front foyer of Barrington High School last week. Orange signs with the same message were posted near another entrance. No one at the school was able to answer who posted the signs or when.
More questions, some answers, about FREE!! school food
Last week I wrote a first-person account of my research into school lunches in Rhode Island. This week I’m back, writing on the same subject, with updates on what I’ve learned, and a … more
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Commentary: RIMEA applauds strengthening of Arts Education in new graduation requirements
Following months of debate and collaboration with the Rhode Island Music Education Association (RIMEA) and other RI arts education groups, the Rhode Island Department of Education’s Council on … more
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Portsmouth exploring higher tax rate on commercial properties
PORTSMOUTH — The town is considering shifting more of the property tax burden to commercial businesses in order to give some relief to residential homeowners. During the third night … more
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Portsmouth High seniors toss their caps at the end of Friday night’s graduation ceremony inside the PHS field house. Diplomas were awarded to 195 students.
‘Give yourself completely,’ PHS grads told
PORTSMOUTH — The one hundred and ninety-five Portsmouth High School seniors who received diplomas Friday night were challenged to always make the world a better place for everyone around … more
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The one constant this summer? Lots of good books
It’s been a strange summer — too wet, too dry, too hot, cool nights. The one constant has been a variety of fabulous books for summer reading. Hope you enjoy some of these before fall … more
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The ‘father of the atomic bomb’ was a complex and tragic figure
‘American Prometheus: The Triumph and Tragedy of J. Robert Oppenheimer’ By Kai Bird Given the popularity of this summer’s blockbuster film, this biography of J. Robert … more
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Letter: The retirement generation deserves better than this
There is one group of Americans we have not heard much from or much about during the past year and a half. That group comprises seniors who are not in nursing homes, who are healthy and productive, … more
Editorial: Exit common sense
The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (DOT) will soon re-number all the exits on Interstate 95, marking the end of an era — the era of common sense. Unlike a rim-rattling pothole, … more
Portsmouth Times - Thursday, March 1, 2018
Portsmouth Times - Thursday, December 28, 2023
“I wake up pretty late; I have a hard time getting up,” says U.S. Presidential Scholar Maggie Lauder, whose loaded schedule keeps her pretty busy.
U.S. Presidential Scholar has her hands in nearly everything
PORTSMOUTH — Peruse Maggie Lauder’s résumé and you’ll find it filled to the brim with awards and recognitions. more
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Mary Rainey throws a pitch during the Patriots D-2 semifinals game against Westerly at RIC on Thursday. The Bulldogs kept the Patriots outfielders busy, clubbing 11 hits and scoring 11 runs off Rainey, who walked just 3 batters. 
Westerly drubs Patriots' softball team, 11-1 in semis
Westerly drubbed the Portsmouth softball team 11-1 in 5 innings, during the Division 2 semifinals at Rhode Island College on Thursday night. The Bulldogs clubbed 11 hits and scored 11 runs off … more
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Portsmouth Times - Thursday, June 20, 2024
Fishermen have been capturing images of what they find while out on the water.
Fishermen come out in support of balloon-release bill
The House Judiciary Committee held a hearing Tuesday, Jan. 28, on legislation, introduced by Rep. Susan Donovan (D-69), which attempts to protect the environment and wildlife by banning the … more
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Parade Order of March - 2016 Bristol Fourth of July
The parade schedule to the 2016 Bristol Fourth of July. more
Where the East Bike Path repairs are planned in Riverside.
East Bay Bike Path could be impacted by repair projects
PROVIDENCE — Parts of the East Bay Bike Path in Bristol and Riverside could be impacted by repair projects and temporarily close the week of July 18-22 , according to the Rhode Island … more
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