Jamestown artist Jeanne Bunkley has earned the reputation of Grand Dame of the Jamestown art scene. All may see why in a retrospective of her portraits and paintings showcased at the library this summer, with the opening reception tomorrow, July 27, from 5 to 7 p.m. More...

The residents of Jamestown will be asked to express their collective opinion regarding the siting of a new highway barn facility at upper Taylor Point later in August. It is again another crucial decision point in this long drawn out process. I believe it is incumbent on me, as an elected official, to share my perception regarding the propriety of this proposal. More...

Recently I was very ill, which included surgery. Now that I am on the mend, I would like to thank all the people who sent cards, cookies and prayers. I owe my recovery to you all. Francis X. Zweir Jamestown More...

An important issue has long been ignored, and I find it inexcusable that the subject has yet to be addressed. It concerns bird rights. The cost of flying birds is way out of control. For years, our flying friends have been treated as second-class citizens, particularly in the area of air travel, of all things. More...

Fran Gorman, Becky Andreozzi, Eileen Muldoon and Lindsay Muldoon will participate in the Breast Cancer 3-Day, a 60-mile walk that provides an opportunity to educate tens of thousands of people about breast health, including early detection. More...

As part of their mission to provide educational opportunities, Norman Bird Sanctuary will embark on a new program of environmental travel. This fall, individuals may visit the Norman Bird Sanctuary during the Monarch butterfly migration in early October to observe monarchs and participate in tagging the butterflies. More...

Thursday July 26 Alcoholics Anonymous, St. Matthew's church, 5:30 p.m. Ocean State Follies, community center, 7 p.m. Gamblers Anonymous, St. Lucy's Church, Middletown, 8 p.m. More...

A Jamestown business has been spotlighted as one of the most environmentally friendly fitness establishments in the country. A story in the July issue of Fitness Management tells of Jamestown Fitness Center's owner Barbara Lundy's concerns for the environment and, in particular, the island's fresh water problems and its bans on water use during long, dry periods. More...

The news of 10 and 15 years ago is from the Jamestown Press. The news of 100 years ago from the Newport Daily News came from the collection of the Newport Historical Society. More...

Louise Brendlinger, 54, of 178 West Reach Drive, Jamestown, died July 20, 2007, at home with her family. She was the wife of Richard Brendlinger and the mother of Tom, Michael and Lisa Brendlinger. More...

Building permits Duana Hodges received a permit on July 18 to erect a 40- by 60- foot tent from July 24 to 27 at 20 East Shore Rd., work estimated to cost $2,500. More...