Author Archives: Sandy McGee

Small Business Saturday to feature Portsmouth businesses

November 23, 2018 0 comments

More than 100 Portsmouth businesses will take part in Small Business Saturday on Nov. 24.

Happy Thanksgiving, Portsmouth!

November 22, 2018 0 comments

From Portsmouth Press, we wish you all a happy and healthy Thanksgiving!

Where you can find a free Thanksgiving dinner

November 19, 2018 0 comments

Free Thanksgiving dinners are available around Portsmouth this Thanksgiving on Thursday, Nov. 22.

4-H Country Fair returns this weekend to Portsmouth

July 20, 2018 0 comments

Pie-eating contests, pigs, cow chip bingo and more! The Eastern Rhode Island 4-H Country Fair returns this weekend to Portsmouth.

Meet Murphy, adoptable dog of the week

July 3, 2018 0 comments

Meet Murphy, our adoptable dog of the week. Murphy, a boxer mix, is currently available for adoption at the Potter League for Animals.

Where you can watch fireworks near Portsmouth

July 3, 2018 0 comments

Find out where and when to celebrate the Fourth of July near Portsmouth with the following complete local fireworks schedule.

Everything to know about Bristol’s Fourth of July Parade

July 3, 2018 0 comments

Bristol’s Fourth of July Parade takes place this Wednesday, July 4. Find out everything you need to know about this parade happening right across Mt. Hope Bridge.

Police remind residents about illegal fireworks

July 3, 2018 0 comments

Portsmouth Police posted the following Monday, reminding residents about the difference between legal and illegal fireworks.

Domestic vandalism charges top police reports, June 30

July 3, 2018 0 comments

Domestic vandalism charges topped Portsmouth police reports on June 30. Featured below are the reports provided by the Portsmouth Police Department.

NOW HIRING: Portsmouth School District, Hinckley Co.

July 2, 2018 0 comments

Looking for a summer job or new career entirely? The following organizations, including the Portsmouth School District and The Hinckley Co., are hiring for the following jobs.

RIDOH urges precautions to prevent heat-related Illness

July 1, 2018 0 comments

The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) urges all Rhode Islanders to protect themselves against the elevated heat indexes forecasted for the coming week with a few simple health precautions.

DUI charges top police reports, June 27-30

July 1, 2018 0 comments

Driving under the influence (DUI) charges topped Portsmouth police reports from June 27-30. Featured below are the reports provided by the Portsmouth Police Department.

RIDOH, DEM: Avoid contact with Melville Ponds

June 30, 2018 0 comments

The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) are advising people to avoid contact with Almy Pond in Newport and Melville Ponds in Portsmouth due to blue-green algae (or cyanobacteria) bloom in the ponds.

Meet Neko, adoptable cat of the week

June 30, 2018 0 comments

Meet Neko, a Siamese cat, who is currently available for adoption at the Potter League for Animals. Find out more about this cat with unique eyes below.