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Hey there, Portsmouth! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • See how Portsmouth's gas prices compare across Newport County this month
  • Portsmouth nonprofit earns national honor for helping Rhode Island children thrive.
  • How a Portsmouth tech firm fits into Rhode Island's Blue Economy push

Also on today's calendar: Dr. Steve Taubman's Mind Magic: A Night of Laughter and Astonishment... Benefiting NAMI RI and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 74 and low of 58 degrees.
  • Saturday: Breezy in the morning, temps: high: 69, low: 51.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny and cooler, with a high of 62 and low of 55 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Newport County sees lowest price for midgrade gas at $4.75 in week ending Sept. 19 (southcotimes.com) — Portsmouth drivers are seeing midgrade gas around $4.75–$4.89 per gallon, among the lowest prices reported in Newport County for the week ending Sept. 19. Countywide, midgrade averaged $4.98, while statewide prices hovered near $5, reflecting broader national volatility tied to global oil markets and refinery conditions.
   

• Boys Town earns national honor (eastbayri.com) — A Portsmouth-based nonprofit, Boys Town New England, has earned a national Angels in Adoption honor for its foster care and family support work across Rhode Island. The organization, which reached nearly 1,200 children last year, offers foster placements, in-home support, and reunification services, and is inviting interested Portsmouth residents to learn more about becoming foster parents.
   

• Amo opens second Blue Economy tour at REGENT's new North Kingstown factory (whatsupnewp.com) — A new round of "Blue Economy" visits by Rep. Gabe Amo will again spotlight Portsmouth, with VATN Systems listed among the Rhode Island companies he's highlighting for marine-related innovation and jobs. Amo says the sector already supports tens of thousands of state jobs and billions in economic activity, and he plans to meet with workers, researchers, and small businesses across the First Congressional District in coming weeks.
   

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    The fresh pasta is outstanding, as is the focaccia bread. (Nextdoor Sherwood)
  • Arcfield posted a job opening for Submarine Material Parts Expediter in Middletown. Apply here.
  • Domino's Pizza posted a job opening for Pizza Makers All Shifts! DOMINOS NEWPORT (3951) in Newport. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Portsmouth here.

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  • MA Man Charged With DUI In East Greenwich After Hit-And-Run Crash: Cops (patch.com)

Ok Portsmouth! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig?" — Because he was such a boar! (Thank you Theresa H. for sending it in!)
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