Lane Restrictions Wednesday on East Main Road for Water Main Repair

A portion of the road from Park Avenue to Sprague Street will be reduced to one lane in each direction.

Outdoor Water Use Banned on Prudence Island

Severe dryness calls for severe outdoor water restrictions. All watering is banned, except for vegetable gardens three days a week.

Blades Turn, Ribbon Cut at New Portsmouth Turbine

The new Portsmouth wind turbine was celebrated by state and local officials Friday—a turning point after the first turbine failed in 2012.

Portsmouth's National Night Out is Aug. 2

The event at Sandy Point Beach brings together police and residents for fun and community building. Plus, a screening of "Zootopia."

Authorities: Stay Away from Melville Pond

A blue-green algae bloom poses a health risk, accoridng to the DEM and the state Department of Health.

Local Eighth Graders Win People's Credit Union Scholarships

The students hail from Newport, Portsmouth, Middletown, Bristol and North Kingstown. Congrats!

Make-A-Wish Fundraiser at Empire Tea and Coffee Saturday

Grab a bite to eat, enjoy a bouncy house and support the Make-A-Wish Foundation from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Pic of the Day: Stunning Sunset in Portsmouth

Milla Hershman of Portsmouth bottled some of the orange magic in the sky tonight.

Free Hazardous Waste Collection Event in Portsmouth Planned for June 18

Save the date to get rid of old paint, lawn chemicals, light bulbs and more at the free Eco-Depot event.

Portsmouth Water District Rate to Increase 9.78 Percent

The base meter charge and property tax rate are going up, too. District said increases are mainly due to Newport's wholesale price increase.

BBB Offers Tips for Hiring Lawn Services

Recommendations for hiring a lawn care maintenance service this Spring.

Early Birds get Free Trees in Portsmouth Saturday

Thanks to the Portsmouth Tree Commission, residents can pick up a seedling at Town Hall on Saturday morning, but supplies are limited.

Second Lecture on Portsmouth History Planned after Strong Demand

Portsmouth Historical Society President Jim Garman is coming back for a second lecture after numerous people couldn't get seats last week.

Canada Geese Problem Addressed at Upcoming Workshops

As their population grows, Canada geese are increasingly causing damage to the environment and economy.

Portsmouth Compact Displayed at Town Hall for 378th Birthday

A priceless document that founded Portsmouth was displayed for a few hours to mark Portsmouth Founders Day.

Family Mourns Loss of Ray Oliver, 20

Raymond Oliver, 20, of Portsmouth, died in a tragic crash on Tuesday and a family mourns the loss of another son.

Portsmouth Looking for Town's "Top Dog"

Is your pooch worthy? Submit a pic when you send in your license renewal.

Portsmouth Man Indicted for Murder of Yolanda McArdle

The Newport County Grand Jury charged Raymond Ramsey with one count of domestic murder for the alleged killing of the 42-year-old.

East Main Road Delays Caused by Emergency Water Repairs

Lanes are reduced until about 4 p.m. and traffic and delays are expected during the afternoon commute on Thursday.

Rain, Recycling and Compost Bins Available to Portsmouth Residents

Save water, cut down on waste and feed your garden.

Portsmouth 1st Grader is RI Google Doodle Winner, Needs National Votes

Nathan Navarez, a student at Saint Philomena School in Portsmouth, is one of 53 national finalists vying for a chance to fly to Google HQ.

How Much Snow did Portsmouth Get?

It depends on where you live, but most saw about 6 inches.

Portsmouth Parking Ban Begins Saturday Morning

Plow crews will be working hard this weekend and observing the ban will help them get their jobs done.

Mount Hope Marina Site will Be Preserved Forever

The town and the Aquidneck Land Trust purchased the property for $900,000 and it will eventually become a waterfront park.

E-Waste and Large Rigid Plastic Recycling Event Planned

It's the perfect opportunity to finally retire that old laptop, broken iPod or that big plastic playhouse the kids have outgrown.

Town Reimbursed for Removing Abandoned Boat

A boat that sank during Hurricane Irene was removed in 2013 and the town is now getting a check from a state derelict vessel fund.

2016 Portsmouth Transfer Station Sticker Sales Begin on Jan. 4

The price tag went up a little this year.

Portsmouth's Penguin Plunge Returns on New Year's Day 2016

The Beachcomber has helped revive the annual plunge at Island Park, featuring a raffle, fun, food and fundraising.

E-Waste No Longer Accepted at Portsmouth Transfer Station

The town's e-waste collection vendor has pulled out.

Jack, 8-Month-Old Golden, Missing in Portsmouth

The dog was last seen on Middle Road by the strawberry farm.

Plans Underway to Establish Annual Portsmouth Founders' Day

March 7 will be designated "Portsmouth Founders' Day" and the Portsmouth Compact of 1638 will be on display.

Group that Blocked Sakonnet Bridge Tolls Join Fight Against Governor's Truck Toll Plan

“We believe we need to fight this plan in rapid fashion on multiple fronts."

Letter: Thanks for Making Portsmouth Holiday Food Drive a Success

"The generosity shown by all involved allowed our Hathaway and Melville families to have a wonderful holiday meal."

Used Cooking Oil Now Accepted at Portsmouth Transfer Station

The collected oil will eventually be turned into clean-burning fuel by Newport Biodiesel.

Portsmouth Water and Fire District Now Offers Payment Grace Period

There is now a seven-day grace period for tax payments.

Town's Recycling Rate Drops as Disposal Fee Hike Looms

"Income and expenses need to balance at the Transfer Station," said Sanne Kure-Jenswn, the town's new recycling coordinator.

Thank you Portsmouth Patch Readers!

In October, nearly 52,000 people read Portsmouth Patch.

Free Tutoring at Library

Free tutoring will be available for students in Portsmouth

Water District Property Tax Bills Will be Mailed Oct. 26

Payments will be due Dec. 1. Rates went up by one cent per $1,000 of assessed value this year.

Family of Autistic Man who Worked for Applebee's without Pay Want Answers, Not Just a Paycheck

What they don't want is for anyone to boycott the restaurant, which was unaware that Caleb Dyl, 21, had not been paid for about a year.