Benchmark At Rye Completes Expansion, Opens New Assisted Living Neighborhood Amid Strong Demand

Benchmark At Rye officially opened a new 60,000-square-foot addition at its Route 1 campus, welcoming its first residents on May 1.

Portsmouth Announces Memorial Day Parade, Wreath Ceremony, Holiday Closures

Portsmouth will mark Memorial Day with a Friday ceremony, a Monday parade and changes to city services.

Portsmouth Public Library: Natural Burial In The Seacoast, May 19

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Sculpture Symposium | Movies | The Art Of Storytelling | More: Portsmouth Patch Event Roundup

Concerts, deep-healing gong, CPR and first aid class, crushed-glass summer snow globe, yoga, puppets, photo class, wellness reset for women.

Local Jewish Leaders Condemn Democrat 1st Congressional District Candidate's Anti-Israel Comments

The anti-Israel politics of progressive Democratic state Rep. Heath Howard, D-Strafford, are at the center of his campaign for Congress.

FedPoint Awards 2026 Nursing Scholarships to Future RNs

Recipients each receive $5,000 each toward their nursing education

Portsmouth Public Library: Genealogy Workshop: Crossing Oceans, Building Lives, May 17

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Strawbery Banke Hosts Smithsonian-Affiliated Lecture On Preserving Community Histories

Doretha Williams will discuss preserving family and community histories on May 14, 2026, in the Lawrence J. Yerdon Visitors Center.

City Hall Opens First Portsmouth Public Art Review Committee Art Show Featuring 4 Seacoast Artists

The free Portsmouth City Hall show runs May 13 to Aug. 26 and opens with a public reception May 18.

Benchmark at Rye Completes Expansion, Opens New Assisted Living Neighborhood Amid Strong Demand

Community Debuts 60,000 Square Feet of New Living Space, Including 70 Highly Anticipated Apartments

Quilters | Vinyasa | Pressed Flowers Workshop | Tai Chi | Storytimes | More: Portsmouth Patch Events

Also: Wands and wool; Web Wednesdays; the rise of Delta Blues; neuro diversity; Bedrock Gardens opens; how to handle big feelings.

1st Congressional District Candidate Howard: Israel Has No Right To Exist, There Should Be No Jewish State

State Rep. Heath Howard, D-Strafford, who is running for Congress, made the comments on WMUR-TV’s “Close-Up” Sunday.

Cambridge Financial Group, Inc. And First Seacoast Bancorp, Inc. Agree To Merge 5.5.26

The all-cash transaction is valued at approximately $80.9 million based on the number of shares of First Seacoast Bancorp common stock.

Tee Off For A Cause: 4th Annual East Coast Cannabis Classic Returns To Support Maine Veterans

The event will be held on Monday, June 15th, at the Ledges in York, Maine.

Portsmouth Public Library: Joyful Living: Design, Align, Declutter, May 12

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Comedy In Portsmouth | Craft, Plant, And Yard Sales And Fairs | Seacoast Food Truck Fest | Patch Weekender

Also: Digital photo class; food drives; farmers market; golf tourney fundraiser; estate planning; movement classes; storytimes; and more.

Portsmouth City Manager Unveils FY27 Proposed Budget, Public Hearings Ahead

The $157.97 million proposal includes a 4.88% estimated tax rate increase and lower overall staffing.

Portsmouth Public Library: Houseplant Swap, May 9

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Restaurants In Portsmouth Offering Mother’s Day Brunch Or Dinner

Americans are projected to spend approximately $6.4 billion on special outings and meals this year.

Portsmouth Public Library: Walk With A Doc, May 9

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No Vote, No Problem For New Portsmouth City Clerk

The hiring of Sally Kellar of Bedford, as well as hard feelings about the sacking of Kelli Barnaby, are causing controversy for the council.

Spring Craft Fairs | Mom Prom | Creative Writing Workshop | More: Portsmouth Patch Mid-Week Events

Exploring Expressive Arts; “Legally Blonde The Musical”; stuffy sleepover storytime; books and brew; crafternoon; tulip wreath workshop.

Springfest Returns To Strawbery Banke With 'Red, White, & Bloom' For America's 250th On May 9, 10

Celebrate spring, Mother’s Day weekend, and America’s 250th anniversary at Springfest on Saturday and Sunday.

Portsmouth Public Library: Ask The Experts: Career & Skills, May 7

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Interdimensional UFOs | Property Tax Relief | Poetry | More: Portsmouth NH Patch Events

Also: TV host and journalist discusses book; jewelry-making; Pokémon Kids’ Club; Medicare basics talk; dance fitness; felted soap-making.

Seacoast Rescue Run | Storytimes | Open Studio | Theatre Productions: The Portsmouth NH Patch Weekender

Also: Halfway to Halloween, farmers market opens, concerts, writers group meets, jazz jam, Flashback Film Fest, NH Energy Week events.

Cornerstone VNA Invites Family Caregivers To A Free Event On May 13

The 10th annual Caregivers Connect is a supportive event for the family caregivers in the community.

Portsmouth Public Library: Houseplant Swap May 9

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Family Transitions Support Program At Harmony Homes By The Bay

Harmony Homes is now offering a designated Family Transitions Support program.

Portsmouth Children's Day Set For Sunday In Downtown With Block Party, Activities

Children's Day will run from noon to 4 p.m. in downtown Portsmouth, with street closure and parking details online.

The Herbal Path Launches An Online Shop!

The Herbal Path is a natural pharmacy specializing in natural remedies and alternatives to prescription drugs.

Nvest ShredFest 2026 Booked For May 9

Nvest's annual ShredFest returns to the parking lot at Two International Drive, Portsmouth, located at Pease Tradeport.

Portsmouth NH DPW Hosts Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day May 9

Collection Day is organized as a drive-through service. Residents remain in their vehicles and pull through the Public Works garage.

Portsmouth Public Library: Ask the Experts: Career & Skills May 7

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Recreative + Co. Earns National Design Recognition For Work With Four Seacoast Clients

The Kittery studio picked up a Gold Muse and a GDUSA American Digital Design Award for photography and web design work done close to home.

Alien Abduction And Local History Collide In 'Betty & Barney' Exhibition

Now on view at the Portsmouth Historical Society, “Betty & Barney” explores the fascinating and multifaceted lives of the Hills.

Gift And Doll Show | Storytimes | 5K | D&D | Mah Jongg Tourney: The Portsmouth NH Patch Weekender

Sculpture/trail hikes, Appalachian folk tunes, sustainability fair, electric car show/trash cleanup, model train show, camera class, more.

'The Children': A Post-Nuclear New Hampshire Premiere At The Players' Ring Theatre In May

In Lucy Kirkwood’s award-winning play, global questions about responsibility and legacy unfold alongside deeply personal, human dynamics.

Ex-Ports Director And His Supreme Court Justice Wife Maliciously Prosecuted, Complaint Alleges

James Fernald says former Ports Director Geno Marconi and his wife, retired Supreme Court Justice Anna Barbara Hantz Marconi, were victims.

$34K Awarded To Seacoast Nonprofits Through The Fabulous Find's Giving Program

Each month, The Fabulous Find donates 100% of its profits to selected nonprofit partners, supporting a wide range of community needs.