DUI charges top police reports, April 27-29
Driving under the influence (DUI) charges topped Portsmouth police reports from April 27-29. Featured below are the reports provided by the Portsmouth Police Department.
Town seeks career firefighters for fire department
The town of Portsmouth seeks applications from career firefighters in the state to establish a list of qualified applicants for the Portsmouth Fire Department.
NOW HIRING: Portsmouth School District, Boys Town
Looking for a job or a new career? The following organizations, including the Portsmouth School District and Boys Town, are hiring for the following jobs.
Common Fence Music to present Jeffrey Foucault, Kris Delmhorst
Common Fence Music will present singer-songwriters Jeffrey Foucault and Kris Delmhorst in concert in May.
Meet Molly, adoptable cat of the week
Meet Molly, a domestic shorthair mix, who is currently available for adoption at the Potter League for Animals.
DEM: Eliminate food sources for coyotes
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is advising residents to not feed or have food sources available that can be easily accessed by coyotes or other wildlife.
PHS to host Waste Warrior cooking challenge
Portsmouth High School will host an inaugural Waste Warrior cooking challenge on Friday as part of Stop Food Waste Day and Earth month.
Obituary: Dr. Anthony Alain Caputi, 88, of Newport
Dr. Anthony Alain Caputi, 88, of Newport, RI, a local general dentistry professional for nearly fifty years, passed away on Monday, April 23, in Newport Hospital during the quiet peace of the wee hours.
Touch-a-Truck to be held in May
The Portsmouth Free Public Library will hold its annual Touch-a-Truck, a community event giving youngsters the chance to get up close and personal with all kinds of big and fascinating vehicles. Find out more about the event here.
Drug possession charges top police reports, April 24
Drug possession charges topped Portsmouth police reports on April 24. Featured below is the report provided by the Portsmouth Police Department.
DUI charges top police reports, April 13-24
Driving under the influence (DUI) charges topped Portsmouth police reports from April 13-24. Featured below are the reports provided by the Portsmouth Police Department.
Obituary: Janet Ellen Faerber, 67, of Portsmouth
Janet Ellen Faerber, 67, of Portsmouth, RI formerly of Middletown passed away at home on Saturday, April 21, 2018 surrounded by her loving family.
Meet Cleo, adoptable dog of the week
Meet Cleo, our adoptable dog of the week. Cleo, a Coonhound, Pinscher, and Doberman mix, is currently available for adoption at the Potter League for Animals.
Portsmouth Public Education Foundation to host Glow Run
The Portsmouth Public Education Foundation (PPEF) will host a Glow Run in May instead of the traditional Color Run held previous years. Find out more about this event here.
Obituary: Frank Anthony Linhares, 95, formerly of Portsmouth
Frank Anthony Linhares, age 95, a humble member of the “Greatest Generation” passed away on Friday, April 20, 2018. Frank served in the Army during World War II. The recipient of the Good Conduct Medal, American Theater Campaign Ribbon, European African Middle Eastern Theater Campaign Ribbon, Victory Medal, and the distinguished Purple Heart Medal.
PHOTOS: Common Fence Point holds Earth Day cleanup
Volunteers, including members of Boy Scout Pack 50, participated in an Earth Day cleanup this past weekend in Common Fence Point. Featured below are photos from the event.
NOW HIRING: U.S. Postal Service, Boys Town
Looking for a job or a new career? The following companies, including the U.S. Postal Service and Boys Town, are hiring for the following jobs.