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Good morning Portsmouth! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • When will Emma Ruth Rundle bring her new songs to Portsmouth?
  • How did Portsmouth-Oyster River dominate Spaulding under the Friday night lights?
  • What can Portsmouth fans expect when UB40 hits The Music Hall?

Also on today's calendar: Northern Pool & Spa: Spa & Hot Tub Sale and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do an island and the letter "t" have in common? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: A touch of afternoon rain, with a high of 62 and low of 54 degrees.
  • Monday: Mostly cloudy, temps: high: 69, low: 48.
  • Tuesday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 64 and low of 49 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Emma Ruth Rundle Shares New Single "Catherine Wheel" - (mxdwn.com) — Portsmouth music lovers can catch Emma Ruth Rundle live at 3S Artspace on October 19 as she supports All Them Witches, fresh off releasing her new album These Killing Times. The tour's first leg sweeps through the East Coast and New England, bringing her atmospheric sound to New Hampshire before she launches a full-band headlining run later this fall.
   

2. Milford gets rivalry win in FNF game of the week (wmur.com) — Portsmouth-Oyster River football fans can celebrate a decisive 38–7 win over Spaulding in the latest week of New Hampshire's Friday Night Football action. Alongside Milford's big rivalry victory, several other Division I and II teams across the state posted strong performances, setting an early tone for the 2026 high school season.
   

3. A Conversation with Matt Doyle, Lead Singer of the Grammy Nominated Pop-Reggae Legends Band UB40 About Upcoming New Tour 'THE UNSTOPPABLE TOUR' (hollywoodtimes.net) — UB40 is bringing its Unstoppable Tour to The Music Hall in Portsmouth on September 22, giving local fans a rare chance to hear classics like "Red Red Wine" live. Lead singer Matt Doyle describes how he joined the legendary band, their new album plans, and why North American audiences—Portsmouth included—are a highlight of their touring year.
   

4. New House Bill Aims to Help Struggling Parents Afford Diapers Amid Rising Costs (indepthnh.org) — Portsmouth residents may soon see their state representative, Carrie Sorensen, push again for diapers to be covered under New Hampshire's Medicaid program, easing costs for low-income parents. Her new bill, backed by nonprofits like the Manchester Diaper Pantry and New Hampshire Women's Foundation, aims to address rising diaper prices and help families avoid painful tradeoffs like skipping meals or rent.
   

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  • Condominiums at Dover's Waterfront District Are Now for Sale —Montagne Powers Read on Patch
  • EXTERIOR HOUSE PAINTER: my painter has just informed me that he will NOT be able to finish the 2nd coat on 2 sides of my home this fall after all.
    First coat is done. 2 peaked sides of a cape. Anyone know of someone who is good and may be available? It is probably a 1.5-2 day job at best. In… (Nextdoor South Islington)
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: They are both in the middle of water. (Thank you Curt K. for sending it in!)
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