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.
DEM announces marine pump-out grant opportunities
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) recently announced $100,000 in available grants to communities and private businesses that own and/or operate boating facilities available to the public.
Rhode Islanders urged to take lettuce precautions
The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising consumers, food establishment managers, and retailers to take specific precautions related to lettuce as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) continues to respond to a multi-state E. Coli outbreak.
Meet Beyonce, adoptable cat of the week
Meet Beyonce, a domestic shorthair cat and queen, who is currently available for adoption at the Potter League for Animals.
Portsmouth to hold Earth Day cleanups
Several Earth Day cleanups will be held in Portsmouth this weekend. Find out when, where, and how you can help out this Earth Day below.
Common Fence Point to hold Earth Day cleanup
Common Fence Point (CFP) will hold an Earth Day cleanup this weekend in Portsmouth. Find out when and how to get involved here.
Raytheon wins $83-million contract for underwater defense vehicle
The Raytheon Company has been awarded an $83-million contract for the design, test, and deployment of an autonomous, unmanned underwater vehicle known as the Barracuda mine neutralization system.
Portsmouth thrift stores to close
Two Portsmouth thrift stores, literally located across the street from each other, are closing permanently.
TA proposed budget increases tax rate 3.59 percent
Portsmouth Town Administrator Richard A. Rainer Jr. recently released his proposed budget for the 2019 fiscal year. View the entire proposed budget here.
Obituary: Colin G. Spero, 66, a Portsmouth native
Colin G. Spero, 66, of Westport, MA died peacefully Sunday, April 15, 2018, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of Joanne C. (Dunning) Spero.
RESULTS: Portsmouth residents run Boston Marathon
Five Portsmouth residents braved the elements Monday to run the 2018 Boston Marathon. Featured below are the marathon results.
DEM issues quarantine for petting zoo, farm
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) has issued a quarantine order for animals at Simmons Farm in Middletown.
Obituary: Edward Z Winarski, 71, of Portsmouth
Edward Z Winarski, 71, of Portsmouth died Sunday, April 15, 2018, at Newport Hospital of Newport, RI.
Meet Samantha, adoptable dog of the week
Meet Samantha, our adoptable dog of the week. Samantha, a Chihuahua mix, is currently available for adoption at the Potter League for Animals.
Obituary: Marcella (Finn) Del Nero, 89, former Elmhurst School principal
Marcy spent 35 years as an elementary school teacher at the John Clarke School and Cranston Calvert in Newport, as well as at Elmhurst School in Portsmouth where she also served later as Principal.
Portsmouth appoints first female deputy chief of police
The Portsmouth Police Department is pleased to announce the appointment of Lt. Maryanne D. Perry to deputy chief of police.