Portsmouth News

Portsmouth Police are crediting the public with helping identify a suspect who allegedly stole a charitable collection can from a Mobil Xtra Mart in Portsmouth last November, wpri.com reported .

Newport police arrested Raymond J. Correira, 26, of 220 Redwood Rd., Portsmouth, on Thursday, May 31 for first-degree child molestation and contributing to the delinquency of a minor charges.

Ray's Auto Clinic Inc. on East Main Road continues to handle a wide variety of service calls from the strange tows to the routine tire checks.A With summer and the hotter temperatures fast approaching, Ray's Auto Clinic is seeing an increase in calls.A Owned by John Taggart, a 15-year Portsmouth resident, Ray's Auto Clinic has operated out of its ... (more)

Are you ready for some chow-DAH? The Newport Yachting Center's 31 st A annual Schweppes Great Chowder Cook-Off A kicks off the traditional summer season in Newport thisA Saturday, June 2, from noon to 6 p.m. Two dozen competitors will vieA for "Best Clam," "Best Seafood" and "Best Creative" chowder glory.

While nearby Middletown and Newport Police had rather busy weekends - including 22 arrests in Newport - Portsmouth Police reported two arrests over the past couple days, both on domestic charges: Ian Stone, 35, of East Main Road, Portsmouth, was charged with felony domestic assault after police responded to a disturbance at the home.

2. Middletown High School is also having a chorus concert this evening at Salve Regina University.

Today's forecast calls for heavy rain with a high temperature of 76 degrees. The Portsmouth Housing Authority has its monthlyA meeting at 6 pm, and the Portsmouth Town Council meets at 7 pm.

Nine members of the Portsmouth Fire Department traveled to the brand new Rhode Island Fire Academy training facility in Exeter earlier this month.A The training facility became available to Rhode Island fire departments this past April, reports WPRO.A The Portsmouth firefighters made good use of the facility, attacking and extinguishing nine ... (more)

The police are investigating the apparent drowning on Sunday of a 4-year-old in the swimming pool of a home on Cottage Avenue.

Today is Memorial Day, the unofficial start to summer and beach season!A Many schools, government buildings and offices are closed today in order for residents to celebrate, as well as honor veterans who have died during military service.A Here's a look at what's open and closed today, May 28, in Portsmouth:A Sandy Point Beach facilities - Open for ... (more)

There's a chance of thunderstorms today with a high temperature of 75 degrees. Today is the observance of Memorial Day across the United States.

While some businesses in Portsmouth have been around for "as long as you can remember," some have closed their doors, either due to poor economic times or simply moving to a new location.

Portsmouth police made the following arrests in the past few days.A Portsmouth man arrested after allegedly trying to punch officer A Portsmouth man ended up in handcuffs early Thursday morning after police were called to break up a fight at his Thurston Avenue home.A Police were called to the home of 21-year-old Cody Williams at 12:45 a.m.

The Portsmouth School Committee is expected to vote in June on a proposal to start school late one day per month next year, according to a release on the school district's Web site Wednesday.A The proposal, if approved, would result in all Portsmouth schools beginningA 75-minutes late one day per month during the 2012-2013 school year.A The delays ... (more)

Head to Dunkin' Donuts today for a reduced-price coffee while supporting a good cause.

Portsmouth police made the following arrests this weekend.A Two arrested after dispute over lights, alcoholA Two people were arrested Sunday after the victim apparently tried to turn off lights and save on electricity costs.A Police were called to a North Drive home at 12:15 a.m. for a report of a domestic disturbance.

A Police find suspect - up a tree: Sometimes firefighters rescue kittens from trees.

While some businesses in Portsmouth have been around for "as long as you can remember," some have closed their doors, either due to poor economic times or simply moving to a new location.

Police Find Suspect - Up a Tree Sometimes firefighters rescue kittens from trees.

The results are in andA Allen's Wine & Spirits A was chosen as the best liquor or package store in Portsmouth! It was an interesting race all week with votes totaling 188.A However, Allen's Wine & SpiritsA came in first, gathering 50 percent support and 94 votes.A Coming in second wasA Moriarty's Liquor Locker A with 33 percent and 63 votes.