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Westport Shorelines - March 23, 2023
Letter: Adamsville had the luck of the Irish Saturday
The sun came out from behind the clouds just in time to shine on the second annual Shortest St. Paddies Day Parade in Adamsville on Saturday afternoon. It was a sight to behold. So many happy, … more
Letter: Spring is in the air; the peepers herald its arrival
If I told you that Woodpeckers eat worms, I bet you wouldn’t believe me, but trust me. Early in the morning, when I first come down and look out the kitchen window onto the back lawn, I will … more
Letter: Here's why Westport needs an override
Five reasons it's time for an override in Westport: 1. Required costs keep increasing while revenue is limited by Proposition 2.5. 2. Westport has not taken advantage of the override … more
Letter: Please support $3 million override — Westport needs it
We are writing to express our strong support for a $3 million override for the Town of Westport. As persons who deeply care about the people of Westport, we believe that the funds generated by the … more
Letter: 'Take' authorizations prove NOAA is lying about whale deaths
The marine science community knows this much for certain: The high-resolution geophysical (HRG) surveys used to site offshore wind turbines and transmission cabling causes harm and mortality to … more
Westport citizens' group stumps for $3 million override
A residents' group formed to promote a Proposition 2 ½ override for Westport has established a website and Facebook page for residents to gather information and discuss the issues surrounding … more
Jessica Kaela, shown in studio singing her newly released single, “Crying.”
Meet Jessica Kaela: A young singer focused on career growth
At 23, singer, songwriter, recording artist Jessica Kaela is a contemporary songster whose commitment to hard work, positivity, doing for others and doing what’s right, in the midst of a … more
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The cellular tower's footing is being built just off Route 88, at Masquesatch and Drift roads. This photo shows the view west from the south side of Drift Road.
Cell tower project begins near Westport's Masquesatch
Two years after they first appeared before the town and following a town rejection, two subsequent lawsuits and finally a settlement agreement last year, contractors from a telecommunications firm … more
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Letter: Route 88 cell tower location is a travesty
In my personal opinion, putting a 150-foot cell tower right up against wetlands is a travesty! The fact that the company had to ask the town for so many variances to even get this to go through … more
Constance Gee of Westport (middle left), Mary Chalke of Nantucket (in the whale suit) and others listen to Timmons Roberts, a professor of environmental studies and sociology at Brown University and the executive director of the Climate Social Science Network.
Hundreds pack offshore wind forum in Little Compton
Hundreds of residents concerned about the impact of offshore wind projects on the shores of Little Compton, Westport and other area communities flooded the Wilbur McMahon School gymnasium... more
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Weekly Recap of Recalls, Withdrawals & Safety Alerts: March 11 – 17, 2023
At the end of each week, the law firm d’Oliveira & Associates compiles a summary of recalls, FDA warnings, market withdrawals and safety alerts that the public should be aware of for their … more
Dancers from the Clann Lir Academy of Irish Dance wow the crowd as they stop to perform along the route.
A sea of green in Adamsville
What it lacked in length, Saturday's St. Patrick's Day parade in Adamsville made up for in spirit. Main Street was lined two and three deep as the 89-foot procession stepped off just after 2 … more
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One injured when car drives into building in Westport
One person sustained minor injuries when a car drove into a building Friday morning at Forge Road and Route 177. The Westport fire and police departments responded to the accident and after … more
Offshore wind forum in Little Compton set for Monday
LITTLE COMPTON — Rep. Michelle McGaw (D-Dist. 71, Portsmouth, Tiverton, Little Compton) and the Rhode Island State Committee of the New England for Offshore Wind Coalition will host an … more
Roger Menard explained his resignation at a meeting of the Westport Select Board earlier this month.
Westport zoning head won't resign after all
The chairman of the Westport Zoning Board of Review has rescinded his resignation , after members of the select board apologized earlier this month for their actions surrounding his request that they … more
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Westport Shorelines - March 16, 2023
Woman charged with assaulting Westport police officer
A Westport woman faces numerous charges after she allegedly assaulted a police officer investigating a road rage incident on Route 177 Friday evening. Amy Hoesterey, 38, of 140 Robert St., was … more
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Korynne Holden gives senior Leah Sylvain a hug after losing to Sutton 46-35 in the Division 5 Elite 8 on Friday.
Sutton ends Wildcats super season 46-35 in Elite 8
The teary Westport girls basketball team received hugs from teammates, family and friends after falling to Sutton 46-35 in a defensive battle on Friday night. The Wildcats ended their super season … more
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Marchers make their way down Main Road in Adamsville during last year's inaugural running of the 'World's Shortest St. Patrick's Day Parade.'
Adamsville parade is Saturday, and it's still short
If the Irish saying goes that 'Two people shorten the road,' does a whole parade of people do the same? Adamsville will find out Saturday afternoon. Adamsville’s World's Shortest St. … more
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Oscar party attendees cheer on Oscar hopeful Jenny Slate Sunday evening.
Marcel the Shell: Tiny snail, big party
Paul Newman and Audrey Hepburn were there Sunday evening. Steve McQueen made it, Jeff Bridges too. Even Sean Connery attended, though it was a long trip from Lyford Cay, the Bahamas, to Davoll's … more
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Westport Shorelines - March 9, 2023
An angled rendering of the planned renovations to Metcalf Hall at PCD to accommodate the move of the Barnard School to the East Providence campus.
PCD announces renovations as Barnard School merger nears
EAST PROVIDENCE — The Providence Country Day School will renovate Metcalf Hall in anticipation of welcoming students from the Henry Barnard School later this summer for the start of the … more
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Korynne Holden rips the ball out of the hands of an Ayer Shirley opponent.
Westport sinks Ayer Shirley 62-47, advances to Elite 8
Captains Sarah Perry, Leah Sylvain and Korynne Holden combined for 42 points as the Westport girls basketball team beat Ayer Shirley 62-47 in the Sweet 16 at the high school gymnasium on Tuesday … more
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