Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee signed a package of 14 housing bills into law Thursday, aiming to accelerate housing production and increase the state’s housing stock. The ceremonial signing took place at the Warwick Housing Authority, where McKee was joined by House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi, who championed the legislative package, along with other state […]
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This Day In Newport History – August 29, 1778: Battle of Rhode Island
On August 29, 1778, the First Rhode Island Infantry regiment defeated three assaults by British Troops at the Battle of Rhode Island, in Newport, Rhode Island. The First Rhode Island Infantry regiment was the first all-black unit in the United States. From Rhode Island State Archives; “The Battle of Rhode Island, also known as the […]
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Department of Health recommends reopening of Sandy Point Beach in Portsmouth
The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) has issued a statement recommending the closing of one beach and the reopening of four other beaches. The beach recommended for closing in Rhode Island due to high bacteria counts is Conimicut Point Beach in Warwick. RIDOH recommends the re-opening Sandy Point Beach in Portsmouth, Warren Town Beach, […]
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G. Love and Special Sauce to headline the inaugural Ragged Island Music Festival
The Ragged Island Brewing Company is hosting its inaugural Ragged Island Music Festival on June 9, 2024. The event will feature three live music acts, a culinary performance by Chef Kevin D, a family-friendly atmosphere, and plenty of food, beer, and wine to be enjoyed. The festival occurs in the Meadows at Ragged Island Brewing […]
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Portsmouth Library to host Take Your Child to the Library Day
The Portsmouth Free Public Library’s Children’s Library will host a Take Your Child to the Library Day on Saturday, February 3, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will be filled with scavenger hunts, bookmarks and Valentine’s crafts for kids. For more information, visit takeyourchildtothelibraryday.portsmouthlibrary.org or call John, children’s librarian at 401-683-9457.
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Jim Garman to discuss hurricanes during Portsmouth Historical Society lecture on Sept. 21
Aquidneck Island has been subjected to a number of devastating hurricanes since colonial days. Portsmouth Town Historian Jim Garman will talk about what it was like in the aftermath of the ‘38 and ‘54 hurricanes on the 85th anniversary of the 1938 hurricane. This lecture will include numerous photographs showing the serious damage done to […]
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Amanda Blount to speak about the Biltmore at the Portsmouth Historical Society on April 13
Join Rhode Island author Amanda Quay Blount as she presents the intriguing research that led to her new book, Meet Me At The Biltmore: 100 Years at Providence’s Most Storied Hotel. Dive into the hotel’s fascinating beginnings as a public exercise in civic engagement; explore its scandalous early days during Prohibition; and meet the characters who […]
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Spring cleanup to be held at Butts Hill Fort on March 25; volunteers wanted
The Butts Hill Fort Restoration Committee is seeking volunteers for their Spring Cleanup of Butts Hill Fort in Portsmouth, Rhode Island on Saturday, March 25th (The rain date is March 26th). Here’s more info about the cleanup from the organizers; It starts at 9 am and goes throughout the day. Come anytime. We will meet […]
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Glen Manor House to host Easter Egg Hunt and Brunch on April 8
The Town of Portsmouth and the Friends of the Glen Manor House today announced that they will celebrate the coming of Spring and management of its Glen Manor House by Russell Morin Catering & Events (RMCE) with an Easter Egg Hunt and Brunch on Saturday, April 8. RMCE took over management of the house on […]
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Portsmouth Historical Society to present ‘Dark Voyage’ by historian Christian McBurney on March 29
Historian Christian McBurney will speak about his new book, Dark Voyage: An American Privateer’s War on Britain’s African Slave Trade (Westholme, 2022) on March 29 at 6:30 pm at the Portsmouth Historical Society. Based primarily on a little-known ship’s log penned by a Newport captain’s clerk, McBurney’s new book chronicles the remarkable voyage by this Rhode Island […]
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Sandy Point Stables in Portsmouth lists for $5.83 million
Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty today announced the listing of 30 Sandy Point Farm Road in Portsmouth for $5,830,000. The listing agents for the property are Judy Chace and Kylie McCollough of Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty. 30 Sandy Point Farm Road Portsmouth. Photo Credit: Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty One of the last vestiges of the original […]
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Rocco’s Little Italy hits the market for $529,000
Rocco’s Little Italy, located at 880 East Main Road in Portsmouth, has been listed for sale this week. Listed for $529,000, the sale includes “all furniture, fixtures and equipment, inventory, intangibles/intellectual property, and tremendous goodwill &reputation in the community”. “It is a great, well-established business. The owners have been growing it for the last 11 […]
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Aquidneck Land Trust conserves 11.48-acre farmland property in Portsmouth
The Aquidneck Land Trust (“ALT”) today announced that it has announced the conservation of 11.48 acres of farmland across two parcels on Moitoza Lane in Portsmouth. The property is located within the St. Mary’s Pond and Sisson Pond drinking water supply watershed has 100% prime farmland soils, and is near other conserved lands such as […]
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Motor Vehicle Accident on Burma Road sends multiple patients to hospital
Just a couple of hours after battling a shed fire, Portsmouth Fire Department responded at 7:51 pm to Burma Road for a motor vehicle accident. “At 1951 hours Portsmouth Firefighters responded to a 911 call in the area of Burma Rd reporting a major motor vehicle accident involving multiple vehicles and reports that one of […]
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Shed fire at Sunny Acres Mobile Home Park extends to sing-family dwelling
Just after 2 pm Portsmouth Fire Department responded to the Sunny Acres Mobile Home Park off Bristol Ferry Road in Portsmouth for a shed fire. “At 1415 hours multiple 911 calls reported a Shed Fire in the Sunny Acres Mobile Home Park. Engine 3, Engine 1, and Tower Ladder 1 arrived to find a fully […]
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Portsmouth to celebrate Founders’ Day on March 7 with a showing of the original 1638 Compact and 1776 Southwick Copy of Declaration of Independence
The Portsmouth Historical Society has arranged a public viewing of the original founding document, the 1638 Portsmouth Compact, with the RI State Archives to commemorate its signing. The 385-year-old precious document, one of the oldest and most important documents in the State Archives, will be transported with a police escort to and from the Portsmouth […]
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What’s Up this weekend in and around Newport: Feb. 9 – 12
Here’s a look at all that’s happening, new, and to do in and around Newport this weekend, Thursday, February 9 – 12, 2023. Thursday, February 9 🎭 Things To Do 3 pm to 8 pm: Taproot Taco Thursdays at Newport Vineyards 4 pm: Fay Andrada X Wild Season at Wild Season Florals 6 pm to 7:30 pm: The […]
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Irish in America: Portsmouth Free Public Library to host a musical celebration on March 8
A musical celebration of the “Irish in America” is set to take place at 6:30 pm on Wednesday, March 8, at the Portsmouth Free Public Library. This event promises to be a journey of music, laughter, and storytelling as Mary King, Cathy Clasper-Torch, and Dan Lanier come together to delight the audience with their unique […]
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Obituary: Sandra Mary Paul
Portsmouth, RI -Sandra Mary Paul, 81, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, died on February 3, 2023, at home with her family by her side. She was the wife of the late Allen “Larry” Paul. Born in Newport, RI on January 14, 1942, She was the daughter of Joseph and Margaret (Quinn) Pomelek. She was a beloved […]
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Newport Car Museum will celebrate Valentine’s Day with MGA Twin Cam debut
The Newport Car Museum in Portsmouth is set to unveil a 1958 MGA Twin Cam Roadster on Valentine’s Day. To celebrate the occasion, loved ones will receive free admission with the purchase of an adult ticket. The MGA is one of several new additions planned for the lead-up to the museum’s sixth anniversary in June. […]
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Two Portsmouth students land on Dean’s List at University of Tampa
The University of Tampa has honored 2,044 students for being named to the dean’s list for the Fall 2022 semester. Among the students were two from Portsmouth, Rhode Island. The following local students were named to the dean’s list: Hannah Baronian, of Portsmouth, majoring in Psychology BA Jordan Burnley, of Portsmouth, majoring in International Business […]
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Portsmouth’s Paige Richardson named to Dean’s List at Dean College
Dean College recently announced that Paige Richardson of Portsmouth, Rhode Island has earned a place on the Dean’s List for the Fall 2022 semester. Students named to the Dean’s List have demonstrated a serious commitment to their studies while at Dean College. Founded in 1865, Dean College is a private, residential college located in Franklin […]
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Portsmouth’s Marissa Levreault named to Dean’s List at Miami University
Miami University has announced that Marissa Levreault, a student from Portsmouth, Rhode Island, has been named to the Dean’s List for the 2022-23 fall semester. The Dean’s List recognizes the top 20% of undergraduate students within their division for academic performance during the fall semester. Levreault is currently earning a B.S. in Nursing at the […]
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Newport Polo to take on Washington D.C. on Saturday
The Newport International Polo Series, presented by Turkish Airlines, welcomes back challengers from the nation’s capital for its next US City rivalry this Saturday, July 30th, when Washington DC will return to the City by the Sea for a classic 6-chukker matchup. Washington DC is known for its deep roster of talent, clearly demonstrated in 2019 when they last played […]
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Team Ireland to take on Team USA at Newport Polo on Saturday
The Newport International Polo Series, presented by Turkish Airlines, will welcome back fan-favorite Team Ireland this Saturday, July 9 at 5 pm. The match comes after a 2-year pandemic pause in the Hibernian rival’s unmatched run since the 1992 inaugural season. The Emerald Isle’s top competitors are on the roster, to go head-to-head against Team USA in a […]