Portsmouth College Student Honors Mom in Bristol Walk MS

“I want everybody who hears about the MS Walk to understand that the money raised does go directly to the people who need it,” she said.

Nearby News: Men Arrested for Child Porn, Sexual Assault, and Child Sex Trafficking

Plus, pit bull news, she Googled what?!, fugitive at the Motel 6, and more.

Helping our Veterans: "Operation Standown Rhode Island" Opens New Office in Newport

Helping those who served our country!

What Were the Top Patch Stories for April in RI?

Moving a large man, credible threats, arrest reports, a vicious dog, and more.

RI Restaurants Band Together for Dining Out for Life Thursday

The event benefits AIDS Project RI and offers restaurant goers a chance to try one of dozens of restaurants.

Cyclists and Cars will Share the Road for 4 Bridges Ride this Saturday

Motorists are asked to be patient and aware of delays stemming from the charity event that benefits Save the Bay.

Book Drive to Benefit Needy RI Children Begins May 1

Six-week effort will provide books to students participating in summer learning programs.

DOT to Unveil Accessibility Improvements for East Main Road

The Town Council will get a presentation from state officials about the plan at tonight's Town Council meeting.

Nearby News: Tragedy Strikes Rhode Island

Plus, man moved by a crane, family found guilty of having a pot farm, Twin River Group makes plans, and more.

Blood and Marrow Drive for Local Boy Battling Leukemia Needs More Signups

Team Grayson needs your help. Please make the call.

Earth Day Cleanup

Celebrate 45 years of Earth Day with a cleanup at the Norman Bird Sanctuary!

Heavy Rain Could Bring Coastal Flooding Monday

It will also be unusually chilly.

Council Says No to Deputy Hire, Party Broken Up, Cat Rescued after Three Days in Tree

A roundup of the top stories on Portsmouth Patch last week.

Portsmouth School Committee Chair, Terri Cortvriend and SC Clerk, Tom Vadney, were guests on the latest edition of Portsmouth this Week.

The School budget, standardized testing, and other local school issues were the topics for discussion on this week’s show.

Nearby News: Firefighters Battle Blazes, Wife Allegedly Threatens Hubby

Plus, a cat gets helped out of a tree, Cranston crash leads to charges, Newport project begins, and a teen allegedly admits to crime spree.

Hasbro Children's Hospital Radiothon Raises $400,000

The 15-hour event took place at the Warwick Mall and on Cumulus Providence radio stations on Thursday.

Center Lanes Reopen on Pell Bridge Today, Though Work Continues

Traffic might flow more smoothly this week, but the permanent media project is still ongoing.

Nearby News: Teen Commits Two-Day Crime Spree; Barrington Books Opening in Garden City Center

Plus, police arrest man who allegedly robbed salon and carjacked vehicle with baby inside.

Seedling Giveaway on Saturday in Portsmouth

Portsmouth is a Tree City USA. Get your seedling this Saturday.

Aquidneck Island Children's Art Contest Deadline is April 30

To celebrate its 25th anniversary, the Aquidneck Land Trust launched the contest to see how future generations view the community.

Former Employee Sues Town, Professor's Child Porn Arrest

A roundup of the top stories on Portsmouth Patch last week.

Nearby News: Mexican Grill to Pay Back Wages, Fines; Homeless Man Arrested for Refusing to Pay for Fish Dinner

Plus, an ousted deputy town clerk sues to get her job back.

Pell Barrier Construction Delays Will Worsen Next Week as Center Lanes Close

Traffic during commuting hours so far has been manageable, but officials are expecting "extended delays" once the center lanes close.

Hash Oil Arrests, Pothole Repairs, Portsmouth Hiring Lifeguards

A roundup of the top stories on Portsmouth Patch last week.

Nearby News: EG Found Liable in Case; Teacher Charged With Rape; 2 Fishermen Escape Sinking Boat

Plus, Malia Obama visits Rhode Island during college visit.

RIDOT Promises to Expedite Road Repairs After Rough Winter

With many roads looking like minefields, the state Department of Transportation is promising a quick response.

Fog to Cause Hazardous Driving Conditions in Portsmouth

There will be limited visibility when driving for the next few hours.

Woodcock Walk

Spring is here! Join us at Norman Bird Sanctuary for an evening bird walk.

Nearby News: IRS Warns About Aggressive Phone Scams; Newport Marathon is Back on; Video Captures Road Rage

Plus, a Las Vegas man was caught breaking into eatery and human skeletal remains found.

Hathaway Principal Interviewed, Scholarships Available, Fire on Greenfield Ave

A roundup of some of the top stories on Portsmouth Patch so far this week.

Seal Spotted with Cord Around Neck, Oral History Project Completed

A roundup of some of the top stories last week on Portsmouth Patch.

Nearby News: Newport Marathon Dies After Failed Vote; Fire Destroys Condo Building; Child Porn Arrests

Plus, Newport councilor proposes Snow Dragon and ACLU says state elementary schools promote gender stereotypes.

Seal With Cord Around Neck Spotted in Island Park

Have you seen the seal?

Evening with the Raptors

A perfect after dinner outing at the Norman Bird Sanctuary.

Portsmouth Nonprofits Land $17,000 in RI Foundation Grants

Recipients include Visiting Nurses Services, Methodist Community Gardens, the Prudence Island School Foundation and others.

Community Rallies Behind Firefighting Family, Pell Bridge Median Construction to Begin

A roundup of some of the top stories on Portsmouth Patch last week.

Construction on New Pell Bridge Permanent Median Begins March 16

The project is estimated to be completed by mid-May.

Sullivan is Retiring, Snow Totals, Legalize Pot?

A roundup of some of the top stories on Portsmouth Patch last week.

Nearby News: Boston Marathon Bomber's Widow Could Face Charges; Taking a Stand Against the 'R' Word; NKOTB's Jordan Knight to go 'Retro' With Cranston Gym

Plus, Twin River Group to buy Newport Grand.

Which Rhode Island Location Got the Most Snow?

Some communities picked up a foot of snow from the latest snowstorm.