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December 13, 2007 / About Town

Where in the World is the Press?

John, Mary Ann and Elizabeth Williamson took the Press with them when they visited Italy in October. Here, they are pictured in ancient Rome. More...

Save the Bay Newport events

Save the Bay will host educational events for children and families throughout the winter at its Newport Exploration Center and Aquarium. More...

Trattoria Simpatico will be swarming with bears this Sunday, Dec. 16, for the Chamber of Commerce's annual Teddy Bear Tea. Children ages 5 and older can bring their favorite teddy bear for an afternoon of cocoa and cookies with Mrs. Claus. More...

Chamber Checks make perfect gift

Make everyone's best-gift list this year by purchasing Jamestown Chamber of Commerce Chamber Checks. They are the perfect gift for anyone and everyone on the shopping list, and it is a great way to complete your last minute holiday shopping. More...

Wide ranging lecture topics set

The Newport Art Museum's Winter Lecture Series will begin in January with topics ranging from the 2008 political landscape to the medicine of ancient Egyptian art. The lecture series, which runs from Jan. 5 to Feb. More...

Holiday hours at the library

The Jamestown Philomenian Library will be closed Sunday, Dec. 23 through Tuesday, Dec. 25 to observe the holiday season. Regular hours will resume on Wednesday, Dec. 26, at 10 a.m. They will close at 5 p.m. on Monday, Dec. More...

A chocolate stocking stuffer

The Jamestown Chamber of Commerce is making everyone's holiday a little sweeter this year with its Chamber Chocolates. Made by Sweenor's Chocolates of Wakefield, these 5-ounce bars are available in milk or dark chocolate. More...

Gift drive benefits families

The Jamestown Bank of America branch is showing its community spirit this year by sponsoring a toy and gift drive for two local families. More...