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Letter: Wind companies, explain acoustic suppression systems

Constance Gee has raised the alarm concerning marine mammal deaths that appear to be linked to high-resolution geophysical mapping in preparation for the pile-driving of the Vineyard and Southfork … more

6/26/23

Patrick and Sean Bowen, at the site of their proposed oyster farm in August 2021, will have a hearing before the state CRMC on Tuesday, July 18.

Bowens' aquaculture hearing scheduled for July 18

Three years after they first filed an application to establish a commercial oyster farm off Seapowet Avenue, Little Compton's Patrick and Sean Bowen will finally get a hearing before the state body … more

By Ted Hayes | 6/26/23

Letter: Too much ignorance on wind farms' impacts

I write in response to Rick Russo’s letter “Be factual not emotional about wind energy.” While I appreciate that Mr. Russo is “not a fan of wind,” his beef with … more

6/22/23

Portsmouth Times - Thursday, June 22, 2023

6/22/23

Summertime Guide | June 2023

Summertime Guide | June 2023 more

6/21/23

Some residents who live at the northern tip of Common Fence Point say visitors who access the right of way to the shoreline have caused parking problems, with some vehicles blocking mailboxes and driveways.

Portsmouth to put brakes on problematic parking areas

PORTSMOUTH — After hearing several Common Fence Point residents complain about visitors’ vehicles blocking mailboxes and driveways at the north end of Anthony Road, the Town Council … more

By Jim McGaw | 6/20/23

Sue Janik, a “Break a Leg” dancer, gets a twirl from Brandon Spear, an “All Abilities” dancer, during the “Dance Me In Showcase” at the CFP Arts, Wellness and Community Center on Saturday.

In Portsmouth: Their turn in the spotlight

PORTSMOUTH — Fifteen-year-old Henry Denis had just acknowledged the wild applause after singing a stirring version of “L-O-V-E” to Jill Merlin and Colleen Monahan, when Sue … more

By Jim McGaw | 6/20/23

Norman Dudziak photographed this invasive autumn olive (left) at the Seaview Marsh land trust property on the Palmer River on Oct. 1, 2020, and has posted it to iNaturalist. He photographed this snowy egret at the Aurora Marsh land trust property on the Palmer River on April 28, 2015, and has posted it to iNaturalist.

Crowdsourcing knowledge about our world

The crown jewel of citizen science for biological nature observations is “iNaturalist,” a social network with more than 2.6 million participants. Using … more

By Norman Dudziak and Sally Johnson | 6/20/23

The ugly trip to Philly continues to reverberate in R.I.

STORY OF THE WEEK: The after-life of the March trip by two Rhode Island officials to Philadelphia continued to echo loudly. After an initial burst of media coverage, the story got picked up by the … more

By Ian Donnis | 6/20/23

Katie Spier shows appreciation for her first keeper, caught last year while fishing with uncle Greg Spier of Portsmouth. The striped bass regulation is one fish/person/day in a slot size of 28” to less than 31.”

How to preserve and cook your catch

If you are fortunate enough to catch a striped bass in the allowable slot size of 28” to less than 31”, and plan to keep and eat it, here are some tips on how to preserve and cook the … more

By Capt. Dave Monti | 6/20/23

Letter: Bible portrays pride as an evil thing

To the editor: I strongly disagree with a point the author of the story made (“Respond to hate — never ignore it,” June 15 editorial). In particular, the phrase … more

6/19/23

Clockwise from top left: Rep. Michelle McGaw (D-Dist. 71), Rep. Susan Donovan (D-Dist. 69), Sen. Linda Ujifusa (D-Dist. 11), and Rep. Terri Cortvriend (D-Dist. 72).

Portsmouth lawmakers busy at end of session

PROVIDENCE — The General Assembly wrapped up its 2023 session last week with legislators scrambling to get a flurry of bills passed — as well as a $14 billion state budget. more

6/19/23

Letter: Accuracy matters to reduce gun violence

To the editor: In “The AR-15 is indeed an assault-style weapon,” (letter to the editor, June 8), which was prompted by a May 25 letter of mine, the writer makes several inaccurate … more

6/19/23

Rep. Terri Cortvriend walks along the shoreline in front of Baker Road homes on the west side of Portsmouth back in March. Her bill establishing that the public area of the shoreline is 10 feet landward of the recognizable high tide line is now awaiting the governor’s signature.

Bill clarifying public shoreline access clears Assembly

PROVIDENCE — The General Assembly Thursday approved legislation sponsored by Rep. Terri Cortvriend and Sen. Mark P. McKenney to establish that the public area of the shoreline is 10 feet … more

6/16/23

A sign at the Sapowet Marsh bridge makes it clear how many neighbors think of a plan to establish a one-acre oyster farm at the site.

Sakonnet aquaculture bill dies in session

For the second year in a row, legislation that would restrict aquaculture along the shores of the Sakonnet River failed to make it out of committee before the Rhode Island General Assembly session … more

By Ted Hayes | 6/16/23

Throughout the property on Hedly Street, multiple tributaries meander through into Bloody Brook, which eventually empties into Narragansett Bay.

ALT conserves nearly 10 acres of Portsmouth wetlands

The Aquidneck Land Trust (ALT) has announced the conservation of a 9.85-acre wetlands property on Hedly Street. Located across from Maplewood Farm, ALT purchased the land from JIC Capital LLC to … more

6/15/23

Portsmouth Times - Thursday, June 15, 2023

6/15/23

The Rhode Island Energy Facility Siting Board considered Monday whether to continue its review of SouthCoast Wind Farm’s cable plan. (Screenshot)

Mass. wind farm needs R.I. regulators’ approval. But is SouthCoast Wind Farm an impossible choice?

The state’s top energy regulator vented over the “Hobson’s Choice” posed when offshore wind developers seek to renege on their contracts with utility companies. more

By Nancy Lavin/Rhode Island Current | 6/14/23

238th Bristol's Fourth of July Celebration

238th Bristol's Fourth of July Celebration more

6/14/23

Keegan Younger, 13, paints a rainbow on the face of Evelyn Abat, 4, during Sunday’s Rockin’ Mama’s Pride Market held at the VFW Post 5390 hall in Common Fence Point. This was the second consecutive week for the event, which featured numerous local vendors, a bounce house, treats, live seafood and more to benefit Newport Pride. Last week’s event was marred by hateful graffiti on the railroad bridge entrance to the neighborhood, as well as the theft of some signs promoting the market. The neighborhood rallied around the organizer — Samantha Younger, Keegan’s mom — who vowed to make the event bigger and better the following week. It was. This time around there were no acts of theft or graffiti, and Younger thanked Portsmouth Police for the beefed-up patrols.

Editorial: Respond to hate — never ignore it

Around this time last year, The Portsmouth Times received an anonymous (of course!) letter in the mail from someone who didn’t like our coverage of Portsmouth High School’s graduation … more

6/13/23

Letter: This councilor’s advisory opinion is against cables in river

To the editor: Several Portsmouth residents, who had previously requested to speak with the Town Council about the SouthCoast Wind (SCW) project, finally got their chance to voice their … more

6/13/23

Revelations show ugly behavior from state officials in Philly trip

STORY OF THE WEEK: The floodgates opened last week on the problematic visit by two high-level state Department of Administration officials to Philadelphia in March. Attorney General Peter Neronha … more

By Ian Donnis | 6/12/23

Graduates in the St. Mary Academy-Bay View Class of 2023 enter the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul in Providence for commencement on Monday, June 5.

St. Mary Academy-Bay View celebrates 147th Commencement

PROVIDENCE — On Monday evening, June 5, St. Mary Academy – Bay View graduated its Class of 2023 at the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul. Each of the 49 graduates have been accepted to … more

6/12/23

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

By Jim McGaw | 6/11/23

Letter: The good old days weren't always good

To the editor: The public is being told how today's kids are dealing with mental health issues due to the pandemic. Here is some perspective: If you were born in 1900 most Americans lived in rural … more

6/8/23