Prior to the beginning of the 20th century, most land use regulations relied upon the common law theory of nuisance, which prohibited unreasonable uses of land that impacted the public's health and safety. More...

Big changes are afoot as Jamestown is getting ready to change its planning process and zoning ordinance to comply with the Comprehensive Community Plan. More...

This letter was sent to the President of National Grid and copied to the Jamestown Press. Michael Ryan President, National Grid RI 280 Melrose Street Providence, More...

This letter was sent to the Jamestown Tree Preservation and Protection Committee and the Town Council, and copied to the Press. Dear Mr. More...

Save The Bay, a non-profit, member-volunteer organization that for 37 years has guarded the health and future of Narragansett Bay and its watershed, will hold an event celebrating U.S. More...

Child & Family Services has many volunteer opportunities for people who would like to lend a hand to someone who could use some extra support. Call the volunteer office at 848-4210 for more information. More...

Victims of domestic violence, served by the Women's Resource Center of Newport and Bristol Counties, are in need of items to stock the food pantry. More...

Building permits Victor Bell received a permit on Sept. 18 to replace half of a roof at 23 Ocean Ave., work estimated to cost $3,000. Peter and Patricia Cook received a permit on Sept. More...

Thursday, Sept. 27 7 p.m., community center, Jamestown Visioning session meets. Tuesday, Oct. 2 Noon, agenda deadline for Oct. 9 Town Council meeting. More...

Drunk driving charged • Jamie C. Alarie, 28, of North Kingstown, was charged Sept. 19 with first offense DUI after he was stopped on North Main Road for failure to stop at a stop sign and erratic operation of a vehicle. More...