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Cheers Portsmouth! We're back, helping you stay up to date with what's happening. Let's take on the day together! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How would a bus strike upend Portsmouth students' first week back?
  • How to watch Portsmouth's new Revolutionary War documentary at home
  • Which Portsmouth High teams are in action today and how they're doing

Also on today's calendar: RWU Law Providence Law School Fair and 3 more events.

Today's riddle: What has 2 arms and a neck but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Humid with a thunderstorm, with a high of 76 and low of 63 degrees.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 82, low: 61.
  • Saturday: Not as warm with a shower, with a high of 76 and low of 58 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. School bus strike threat could disrupt transportation in 9 Rhode Island districts (turnto10.com) — Portsmouth families could see major school bus disruptions as more than 750 First Student drivers statewide threaten to strike, potentially halting routes in nine districts including Portsmouth. Teamsters Local 251 says drivers already authorized a walkout, while negotiations continue with the bus company. Parents may need backup plans for drop-off and pickup if talks fail.
   

2. Documentary tells R.I.'s Revolutionary War story (eastbayri.com) — A new 18-minute documentary on Rhode Island's Revolutionary War history, including the 1778 Battle of Rhode Island, is now available online after premiering at the Portsmouth Historical Society in July. The film highlights local sites like Quaker Hill, the role of the 1st Rhode Island Regiment, and Black soldiers who gained freedom by enlisting, giving Portsmouth residents a concise, accessible way to explore their area's Revolutionary past.
   

3. A soggy start for many high school teams on Tuesday. Here's who won (newportri.com) — Portsmouth High teams had a mixed, rain-soaked start to the week, with girls soccer falling 2-1 to East Greenwich and girls volleyball swept 3-0 by Classical despite strong efforts from several Patriots. The roundup also lists today's Portsmouth home games in soccer, tennis, and volleyball, helping local families track when and where students are playing across Rhode Island.
   

4. DEM seeks boat operator after swimmer struck in Bristol hit-and-run (turnto10.com) — A swimmer was struck by a boat near Usher Cove in Bristol, and investigators say the operator then headed toward Portsmouth after leaving the scene. Rhode Island environmental police are asking anyone who may recognize the described white bowrider-style boat or its gray‑haired male operator to come forward. Portsmouth-area boaters and waterfront residents may have seen this vessel exiting Bristol Harbor Monday afternoon.
   

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    Thursday September 3
  • SR Photos taken
    NORTH KINGSTOWN SR. HIGH North Kingstown, RI 02852
    7:15 am
  • SENIORS Photos taken
    NORTH KINGSTOWN SR. HIGH North Kingstown, RI 02852
    7:15 am
  • Probate Court →
    Middletown, RI Calendar, 350 East Main Road, Middletown
    8:30 am
  • Affordable Housing Committee →
    Middletown, RI Calendar, 239 Wyatt Road, Middletown
    6:00 pm
  • WMS Ice Cream Social (sponsored by WMS PTO)
    WICKFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL Wickford Middle School, 250 Tower Hill Rd, North Kingstown, RI
    6:00 pm
    • Friday September 4
  • MFD Internal Meeting →
    Middletown, RI Calendar, 239 Wyatt Road, Middletown
    9:00 am
  • Back to School Picnic
    STONY LANE EL. SCHOOL North Kingstown, RI 02852
    5:00 pm

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    It can be anywhere in New England or the tri state area. My dad's Sheltie is getting older and I'm planning to surprise him with a puppy! Any… (Nextdoor Island Park)
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