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With the convention over, here comes the sprint to the finish
STORY OF THE WEEK: With the end of the Democratic National Convention, the stage is now set for a 74-day sprint to the high-stakes November election. Rhode Island’s delegation, like other … more
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Black sea bass, like this 19” fish caught this weekend off Newport, are here in abundance due to climate change and warming water.
As the Earth and oceans warm, our fisheries change
This month the European-Union’s Climate Change Service, Copernicus, said that 2024 will likely end up being the warmest year on record. July 2024 had an average surface air temperature of 62.44 … more
New to the Bristol tour this year is the spectacular DeWolf-Guiteras House on High Street.
Bristol House Tour will open 12 private homes next month
The Bristol Historical & Preservation Society is holding its House Tour 2024 on Saturday, Sept. 21, when 12 private homes, some of which have not been open for more than 25 years, will be … more
Despire barriers, two daughters formed a lifelong friendship
“American Daughters” is the story of the friendship between Alice Roosevelt, daughter of Presidebnt Teddy Roosevelt, and Portia Washington, daughter of black leader Booker T. Washington, … more
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Letter: How you tell can reveal more than what you tell
To the editor: Let me differ with Scott Boyd’s letter defending town candidate Michael DiPaola ’s obscene and tasteless public tantrum displayed in large colorful signs along East … more
Letter: Should we trust the gas company after all this?
To the editor: Thirty years ago, the gas company proposed an enlargement of gas pipes to Aquidneck Island. An informational presentation was held at a local high school, perhaps Tiverton High … more
When purchased in 1968, town-owned land at Portsmouth High School where a wind turbine now sits was originally dedicated to be used for public outdoor recreation use in perpetuity. Town Planner Lea Hitchen is now working with the state on remedying the error.
Portsmouth turbine property was intended for recreational use
PORTSMOUTH — When the Town of Portsmouth used a Land & Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) grant in 1968 to purchase nearly five acres of property just west of Portsmouth High School and … more
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A fence surrounds the LNG facility on Old Mill Lane in Portsmouth.
Portsmouth LNG facility granted 5-year license with conditions
State regulators gave long-awaited authorization Thursday, Aug. 22, to a long-term plan to expand liquefied natural gas storage on the Portsmouth-Middletown line.   more
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Church Community Housing’s conceptual rending of the Anne Hutchinson School building (left), which will potentially be developed into market-rate condos, and the new senior center facility and affordable senior housing complex at right.
More questions, answers, on Portsmouth senior complex plans
PORTSMOUTH — Since 2021, when voters approved a plan for the development of senior affordable housing and a new senior center facility, questions have swirled around town officials about the … more
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James I. “Jimmy” Winters, president of the NAACP-Newport, speaks during last year’s “Black Regiment” Monument Commemoration Ceremony at Patriots Park. He will also offer remarks at this year’s ceremony starting at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 25.
In Portsmouth: NAACP’s ‘Black Regiment’ ceremony is Sunday
PORTSMOUTH — Jason Roomes has family members listed on the monument bearing the names of soldiers for the 1st Rhode Island Regiment at Patriots Park. On Sunday, Aug. 25, he’ll have the honor of speaking about them. more
A book about the nation’s early days offers lessons for these days
A book steeped in history, “To Rescue the Constitution” traces the development of our most important document, the Declaration of Independence. more
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Reminders of how the money flows through politics
STORY OF THE WEEK: “Money, it’s a gas,” goes the song by Pink Floyd. “Grab that cash with both hands and make a stash.” The tune encompasses the central quality of money … more
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Prioritize native woody plants like shrubs, trees and vines in your fall planting. These plants help form the bones of your outdoor space and offer high ecological benefits. They also provide essential food and shelter to pollinators and songbirds. Shown here is Hypericum prolificum, Shrubby St. John’s, which research has shown to be an important plant for at-risk pollinators. It is carefree and highly adaptable to varying light and soil conditions.
Fall is the perfect time to grow deep roots
Autumn Equinox may still be a few weeks away, but hints of pumpkin spice season have already arrived. For many it is the imminent return of kids to classrooms that marks the shift of summer to fall. … more
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Letter: Stop the steal — of political signs
To the editor: Since early July, I have placed a series of political signs in my family’s front yard in Common Fence Point. The first one, “Choose democracy over dictatorship: Vote … more
Letter: Will there be a level playing field for council election?
To the editor: Having just finished reading the article on the appointment of candidate Juan Carlos Payero to the Portsmouth Town Council, I couldn’t help but wonder the motive behind such … more
Letter: While unsightly, DiPaola’s sign display injures no one
To the editor: Mark Katzman closes his admonishment of Town Council candidate Michael DiPaola’s anti government display on East Main Road with a call to inform. He believes voters should … more
Athletes from the Providence Country Day School were among those from the Rhode Island Fencing Academy & Club to earn their way to the national championships in Ohio.
RIFAC athletes shine in lead up to national championships
It was another terrific spring and summer season of competitions for several Rhode Island Fencing Academy & Club athletes of all ages as they took part in various events leading up the the … more
Three men arrested following fight at Portsmouth pizza place
PORTSMOUTH — Three out-of-town men were arrested last Friday, Aug. 16, following a report of a fight in progress at Steve’s Famous Pizza, 2460 East Main Road, according to police.   … more
Meaghan Straker tells rower Ian Ramsden which way to turn as they head to the finish line. They won the race handily.
In Portsmouth: ‘It’s kind of a fool’s regatta’
PORTSMOUTH — It’s one thing to row blindfolded if you have a navigator on board. Jeff Chappell, however, went solo. more
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Letter: Candidate with obscene signs doesn’t represent town
To the editor: I was looking at the list of candidates this year for Town Council here in Portsmouth and I was surprised to see that among them was listed Mr. Michael DiPaola, who is running … more
Council member J. Mark Ryan (left) reacts as fellow councilor Charles Levesque remarks on Michael DiPaola’s application for a vacant seat on the Town Council. DiPaola, who was not nominated Tuesday night to fill the unexpired term of Leonard Katzman, is the owner of the “spite lot” on East Main Road that’s filled with broken toilet seats and signs using foul language critical of town government. He’s also running for an elected seat on the council and will face off with other candidates in the Democratic Primary on Sept. 10.
Payero appointed Portsmouth council member to fill vacancy
PORTSMOUTH — Beating out nine other applicants, Juan Carlos Payero was appointed new Town Council member in a 3-2 vote during Tuesday’s council meeting. Payero, a Democrat … more
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Joe Klinger of South Kingstown with a 22” summer flounder (fluke) he caught off Jamestown in the West Passage this weekend.
NOAA makes progress on improving angler data
NOAA Fisheries and their Marine Recreational Information Program (MRIP) shared progress on two recreational fishing data collection initiatives , the Fishing Effort Survey study and the collaborative … more
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Assault, DUIs, and weapons charges top Portsmouth Police report
PORTSMOUTH — Here are some recent arrests made by the Portsmouth Police Department: Monday, Aug. 5 Joanne Mary MacKnight, 70, of 280 Jepson Lane, was charged with domestic … more
Letter: Can’t afford to focus only on offshore wind’s downsides
To the editor: I’m writing to express my strong support for the expansion of offshore wind as a generational leap forward in our pursuit of environmentally sound energy policy. Given … more
Portsmouth candidate withdraws due to school job
PORTSMOUTH — The Portsmouth Democratic Town Committee has reshuffled its list of endorsed Town Council candidates after one had to withdraw her name from consideration. Tarah Woods, … more
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