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Hey hey Portsmouth! Your one-stop source for local news is here. Continue reading for all the updates. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Which Portsmouth roads saw DUI and arrest activity last week?
  • How much will Portsmouth's new winter power rate really save you?
  • Where local anglers are finding tautog near Portsmouth right now

Also on today's calendar: Dr. Steve Taubman's Mind Magic: A Night of Laughter and Astonishment... Benefiting NAMI RI and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Partly sunny and humid, with a high of 72 and low of 63 degrees.
  • Friday: Nice with clouds and sun, temps: high: 76, low: 56.
  • Saturday: Breezy in the morning, with a high of 69 and low of 51 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. DUIs, elder exploitation among Portsmouth police charges (eastbayri.com) — Recent Portsmouth police arrests include several overnight DUI stops on local roads, an alleged elder financial exploitation case involving ATM withdrawals around town, and multiple license violations. Residents can see where and when these incidents occurred, from Route 24 to East and West Main Road, offering a snapshot of current public safety activity in Portsmouth.
   

2. Portsmouth Community Electricity Sets Winter Supply Rates (upriseri.com) — Portsmouth's community electricity program has set winter supply rates that slightly undercut Rhode Island Energy's proposed default price, locking in costs from November through May 2027 for enrolled households. Residents can choose among four options with varying renewable energy levels, still paying Rhode Island Energy for delivery, and will also receive state bill credits that town officials say should keep winter bills near summer levels.
   

3. Tips for a great fall tautog season (eastbayri.com) — Anglers in Portsmouth and nearby waters get detailed guidance on where and how to target tautog this fall, including specific rock walls and ledges close to town. The piece explains current Rhode Island regulations, bait and rig choices, and how recent storms have affected tautog, striped bass, bluefish, and tuna action so you can plan your next trip on the Bay.
   

4. Congressman Amo Kicks Off Second Blue Economy Tour at REGENT Craft, Highlighting Rhode Island Jobs, Innovation, and the Future of the Ocean State (house.gov) — Portsmouth gets a nod in Congressman Gabe Amo's new Blue Economy tour, which previously included a stop at VATN Systems in town to highlight marine-tech jobs. This year's tour again focuses on ocean-related innovation, workforce training, and advanced manufacturing across Rhode Island, aiming to grow good-paying local jobs tied to the state's maritime strengths.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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