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Azores · AzoresMaria M. (Machado) Silva, previously of East Main Road, Portsmouth RI, died on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at the home of her daughter. She was the wife of the late Antonio P. DaSilva. Born in Cedros, Fayal, Azores on August 5, 1933 she was the daughter of the late Manuel F. and Francisca (Lacerda) Machado. Maria […] The post Obituary: Maria Silva appeared first on What's Up Newp.See the Story
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Portsmouth, Rhode Island · PortsmouthBuses owned by First Student, a nationwide transportation company and one of increasingly few competitors in Rhode Island’s statewide school bus system, are seen on East Main Road in Portsmouth. (Photo by Ken Castro/Rhode Island Current)A special legislative commission studying Rhode Island’s school bus system wants to hear what members of the public think about how the state’s K-12 students get to school. The 13-member panel co-chaired by Sen. …See the Story
School transportation legislative study panel seeks public input • Rhode Island Current
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Portsmouth, Rhode Island · PortsmouthRhode Island lawmakers are reaching out to the public for input on student transportation issues. A special legislative commission, led by Rep. Terri Cortvriend (D-Dist. 72, Portsmouth, Middletown) and Sen. Linda Ujifusa (D-Dist. 11, Portsmouth, Bristol), is set to meet on February 10 to hear from residents in person. The 13-member group is taking a […] The post Commission seeks public input on student transportation study appeared first on What…See the Story
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Portsmouth, Rhode Island · PortsmouthThe Portsmouth-Tiverton Rotary Club is now taking applications for its 2025 scholarship program. This opportunity is open to graduating seniors from Portsmouth and Tiverton High Schools who need financial help for college. The scholarship aims to recognize students who live up to the Rotary’s “Service Above Self” motto through their community work, leadership, and academic […] The post Portsmouth/Tiverton Rotary Club announces 2025 Scholarship O…See the Story
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Civil War · PortsmouthAlthough no Civil War battles took place in Rhode Island, a hospital in Portsmouth, Rhode Island played a large role in caring for wounded on both sides of the conflict. In an area now known as the Melville Marina District, this hospital sat on ground that has seen numerous significant events in the last three […] The post Bob Cembrola: Portsmouth’s Lovell General Hospital played a large role in the Civil War appeared first on What's Up Newp.See the Story
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Portsmouth, Rhode Island · PortsmouthPORTSMOUTH, R.I. (WPRI) — A crosswalk is being installed in front of the new playground in Portsmouth. The R.I. State Traffic Commission (STC) notified Portsmouth Police Chief Brian Peters on Jan. 10 that his request for a crosswalk near the playground on Turnpike Avenue had been approved. "The addition of a crosswalk, with a Rapid Rectangular Flashing Bacon, will significantly enhance the safety along Turnpike Avenue, particularly near the rece…See the Story
Crosswalk to be installed in front of Portsmouth playground
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Portsmouth, Rhode Island · PortsmouthA 24-year-old woman from Fall River, Massachusetts is facing DUI charges after being arrested by Portsmouth police on January 24. The incident, which involved a child passenger, occurred on East Main Road near Walgreens around 7:22 p.m. Police stopped Dara Dupre for speeding and noticed several signs of alcohol impairment, including a strong smell of […] The post Fall River woman arrested in Portsmouth for DUI with toddler in car appeared first …See the Story
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Portsmouth, Rhode Island · PortsmouthMichael J. Quint, 55, of Portsmouth, RI, passed away on December 31, 2024. He was the husband of Allie (Smith) Quint. He was the son of Kathryn (Coggeshall) Quint, and the late Lloyd Quint Jr. Michael was a graduate of Portsmouth High School. He attended college in Southeastern Massachusetts. He was a store manager for […] The post Obituary: Michael Quint appeared first on What's Up Newp.See the Story
