Firefighter Bill Marsh, left, teaches Jake Whitehead and Evan Chadwick about the correct use of an air pack during a birthday party at the fire station. Photo by Caitlin Downing More...
The Town Council scrutinized the Rhode Island Energy Aggregation Program (REAP) "Authorization to act as Agent" document at its Monday night meeting. More...
Police Chief Thomas Tighe said he is bringing the practice of foot patrols back to the downtown area to improve community relations through direct contact. Officers working the first and second shifts, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 11 p.m., will perform an hour of foot patrol to their daily sche... More...
Recreation Director Bill Piva has formed a coalition to combat underage drinking after three Mackerel Cove lifeguards, who were accused of drinking while on duty, were fired. The coalition will host its first forum on Wednesday, July 30, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Recreation Center and the public... More...
One could almost hear the collective sigh of relief this week as the price for one gallon of gasoline dipped a penny or two below the $4 mark. We now think of gas that costs $3 or less as the good old days. Of course, none us of expect gas prices to continue on a steady decline. The high cost of ... More...
You gave us $13,000 and we blew it up! What makes this event successful is the support of the people of Jamestown. The Rocket 'hogs are very thankful to everyone who mailed in a check, or donated anonymously, but we are also thankful to everyone who put time and effort into this venture. More...
If the first half of the season is any indication, more than the boys of summer have come out to play. Cocktail parties, barbecues, marriages, and anything worth celebrating is happening now, because parties are more fun in the summertime. More...
Jamestown artisans and crafts people are invited to submit their work to the Conanicut Island Art Association's upcoming Annual Craft show. This one-day show will be held on Saturday, Aug. 16, at the Jamestown Community Center. All island residents are invited to submit their work. More...
Thursday July 24 Pilates, Jamestown Country Club, 8:30 a.m., fee Book sale, library, noon to 5 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Teen center, grades 7 - 12, 2:30 - 6 p.m., recreation center Alcoholics Anonymous, St. Matthew's Church, 5:30 p.m. More...
Concern for the environmental future of our island has resulted in a beautiful book entitled "Conanicut the Book." Jamestowner and photographer Coffee Bell has put together more than 70 of her photographs that wonderfully capture the very pristine essence of our island. It's a must for every islan... 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, July 24, 1908 The first band concert of the season was given last evening on the upper deck of the... More...
Evelyn Swan Jendzejec, 92, formerly of Coventry, died July 2, 2008 at her home in Virginia Beach, Va. Born in Providence on February 18, 1916, she was the mother of Ronald S. Lindgren of Jamestown, Gail D. Mosquera of Virginia Beach, and the late Linda M. Centracchio of Scituate. More...
Drunk driving charges • Holly Greco, 47, of Rumford, was charged July 20 with first offense drunk driving and refusal to take a Breathalyzer test after she was stopped for erratic driving on Route 138 westbound at Beacon Avenue, police said. More...
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Four islanders complete 70.3-mile half Ironman