The 350-ton construction barge that sank during an October storm under the Newport Pell Bridge was lifted from the bottom of Narragansett Bay on Friday. More...
It was perhaps coincidence that I was nearly run over by a cell phone-distracted driver on the same day that the National Transportation Safety Board announced its ground-shaking recommendations regarding mobile devices and driving. More...
A thoughtful and knowledgeable friend recently sent me a letter reminding me of what a precious gem was our town park at Fort Getty. He pointed out how, with relatively little in capital outlay, the beauty of the park could be preserved, while More...
Trattoria Simpatico will hold its annual Teddy Bear Tea party from noon to 2 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 18. Children are welcome to bring their favorite teddy bear or doll to the event. Tickets are available at the restaurant. More...
The Boston String Quartet will return to Jamestown to present a Celtic Christmas concert on Sunday, Dec. 18, at 2 p.m. at Central Baptist Church. Joining the critically acclaimed quartet will be Irish singer Pan Morigan. More...
Compiled by Sue Maden Week of December 15 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 More...
Mary P. Perry, 88, a lifetime resident of Jamestown, passed away peacefully on Nov. 18, 2011. She was the beloved wife of the late Joseph P. Perry and the daughter of the late Manuel and Marian (Andrade) Phillips. More...
Petition signed by 470 islanders asks councilors to delay decisions
BY PHIL ZAHODIAKIN
The Town Council this week opened its meeting to hear islanders’ views on the future of Fort Getty. The ensuing debate, which was lengthy, dense and almost entirely civil, included some uncontroversial decisions. More...
Ever since Michael DeTour moved into the group home at Bridges Inc. on Pemberton Avenue, he has thrived and grown, gaining independence and living in the community in which he was raised. More...
A compromise was met following a two-year battle between the state coastal agency and a real estate company over six freshwater wetland violations on a Beavertail property. More...
11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on weekdays. Suggested donation is $3. Thursday, Dec. 15 Garden salad, Yankee pot roast with gravy, whipped potatoes, green beans, apple pie, chicken salad on wheat bread Friday, Dec. 16 More...
Jamestown Boy Scouts Troop 1 would like to thank the following supporters of our recent luminary effort during the Christmas tree lighting: Gallagher Environmental Consulting, East Ferry Market & Deli, Conanicut Island Art Association, Conanicut More...
We would like to thank all of the many Jamestowners who helped this year with this wonderful community event, the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony. More...
Kudos to Hayden Maclean, Boy Scout Troop 1’s new Eagle Scout. Hayden, 18, is a senior at NKHS and started his quest to be an Eagle Scout as a Cub Scout 13 years ago. More...
Building permits Jamestown Center Partners Inc. received a permit Dec. 6 to replace existing windows, doors and siding at 701 East Shore Road. Work estimated to cost $18,500. Joe Dutra received a permit Dec. More...
Fire Runs Dec. 7, 7:55 p.m., Engine 2 was sent to Columbia Avenue for a fire alarm. Dec. 8, 2:40 p.m., Jamestown Fire Department stood by for mutual aid for North Kingstown. Dec. More...