Connie Armbrust will celebrate her 100th birthday on Saturday, Nov.10, with a small family party at the South County Nursing Center. Born on Nov. 7, 1907 in Concord, N.H., she studied art at the Manchester Institute of Arts and Sciences. After art school, she worked in Boston and studied fashion ... More...

Jamestowners do not follow the pack, at least when it comes to giving money to presidential candidates. A recent campaign finance report by the Washington Post details the contributions made by Jamestown residents to presidential candidates. The figures were obtained from filings with the Federal... More...

As the weather turns cooler on our beautiful island, we would like to remind our fellow Jamestowners that this is also the season that wildlife may become more unpredictable in their behavior. November is the start of the "rutting" season, when deer become much more active and the danger of deer s... More...

Without a doubt, we are well ensconced in a virtual age. Sometimes I think the virtual part is not always on the computer. Things are often not what they appear to be, but nonetheless exist. More...

Veterans' service honored Sunday The island's veterans groups will commemorate Veterans Day on Sunday, Nov. 11, at 11 a.m. at East Ferry Memorial Square. The keynote speaker will be retired Navy Capt. Cliff Largess, who will discuss the history of the day that was initially established as Arm... More...

Artisans by the Bay will hold their 4th annual Christmas in Portsmouth Arts and Fine Craft Show on Saturday, Nov. 24, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The show will be at St. Barnabas Church, 1697 East Main Rd., in the church hall. Admission and parking are free. More...

Thursday Nov. 8 Alcoholics Anonymous, St. Matthew's Church, 5:30 p.m. Chair Yoga, Central Baptist Church, 5-6 p.m., fee Hatha Yoga Basics, Central Baptist Church, 6:15-7:45 p.m., fee Pilates, 32 Pemberton Ave., 6 p.m. More...

Veterans Day is coming up on Sunday. But, what is it all about? We asked islander Tom Bailey, an Air Force lieutenant colonel, if he would give us his thoughts on the holiday. Here is his reply: "Several years ago, on a cold, rainy November morning in France, Veterans Day took on new meaning for... More...

The news of 10 and 15 years ago is from the Jamestown Press. The news of 100 years ago came from the collection of the Newport Historical Society. 100 years ago From the Newport Daily News, November 4, 1907 The numerous fishing parties from Newport which visited the rocks at Beavertail a... More...

Norman E. Lawrence Sr., 78, of Beacon Avenue, passed away Saturday, Nov. 3, 2007 at Newport Hospital. He was the beloved husband of the late Lucille K. (Avery) Lawrence for 60 years. Born in West Warwick, he was a son of the late Walter and Minnie (Rogers) Lawrence. More...

In last week's library column, one of the volunteer organizations that participated in the recent volunteer fair was inadvertently left off the list. The Jamestown Community Band is also looking for volunteers and musicians. Visit their website at www. jamestownri.com/jcband/. More...

CITATION STATE OF RHODE ISLAND AND PROVIDENCE PLANTATIONS OFFICE OF THE CLERK OF SUPERIOR COURT PETITION TO FORECLOSE TAX LIEN N. M. No. 2007-0564 TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN, AND TO ALBERT T. More...