Town Council votes 5-0 to approve the promotion of Joseph F. Bento III as the town's new deputy fire chief.
The Aquidneck Island Energy Alliance, under the umbrella of the Aquidneck Island Planning Commission, brought together community leaders and business representatives from throughout Newport County Wednesday night at Middletown Town Hall.
Starting Aug. 25, DMV Middletown Branch customers will take the Driver's License or CDL written tests at the new DMV state headquarters in Cranston, which opens today.
Six candidates debate health care, Afghanistan, jobs and more as they make their pitch for Rep. Patrick's Kennedy's job.
The Town Council took several actions Monday evening, including scheduling a public hearing for Oct. 7 for residents to discuss the abandonment of Heidi Drive.
Town Council approves zoning change for residential property, which could one day be the site of a Newport Hospital urgent care center.
Alternate member Brian Kelly and longtime member Ken James both resigned Thursday from the Zoning Board of Review. As a result, several petitions were tabled until the next meeting on Sept. 16.
The senator makes his first visit to the Boys Town campus.
Starting Aug. 19, DMV Middletown Branch customers will no longer take the Driver's License or CDL written tests in Pawtucket, due to the state DMV headquarters move to Cranston, which re-opens Aug. 25.
District says water is safe for consumption despite reports of a "musty" taste and odors.
Town administrator says he will ask council to lift ban on golfing at the multi-use park.
The Providence Journal reports problems found with concrete and design in the Sakonnet River Bridge project.
The changes also mean that Aquidneck Island DMV customers will have to take the written exam portion of the Driver's License test in Cranston from now on. Also, written exam daily testing hours have been extended through Aug.18.
Congressional candidate David Segal stops by Portsmouth Wednesday to talk "green" jobs and listen to residents' concerns.
The Aquidneck Land Trust (ALT) says a new town report proves a development on Wicks Nursery will mean more costs for residents.
The Potter League for Animals recently announced adoption promotions to encourage the placement of older adult cats.
Government officials and developers tour 225 acres of Navy surplus land in Portsmouth, Middletown and Newport.
Councilor Karen Gleason reacts during a heated budget discussion with fellow Councilor Dennis Canario Monday night.
Republican gubernatorial candidate John Robitaille of Portsmouth discusses his life, setbacks and why he should be Rhode Island's next governor.
Naiad Inflatables of Newport, based in Portsmouth, continues to expand its business around the world.
The board outlaws the sport after safety concerns arise from field users.
Portsmouth Water and Fire District lifts outdoor water use restriction.