The town council has established an ad hoc committee to assess Fort Getty and “ensure that this wonderful place continues to provide enjoyment to citizens and visitors in the future.” The committee, ...

Two presentations have been scheduled to alert the community about the rise in fraudsters working to scam money from Jamestown residents. “We’ve seen a recent uptick in fraud cases locally,” said ...

Armand and Lynne Musumeci, of Capstan Street, sent me a note to express their gratitude to members of the local police and fire departments. These include Police Chief Jamie Campbell, Sgt. Joel ...

The Audubon Society of Rhode Island, representing our 17,000 members and supporters, strongly opposes any process that would develop Gould Island for recreational or other uses. The Jamestown Town ...

Gov. Dan McKee is urging homeowners to ensure that general contractors and solar retailers are registered with the state before hiring them. There are 10,583 active general contractors. In 2024, the ...

The town council has endorsed a proposal from the police chief that will allow access to the statewide Computer-Aided Dispatch and Records Management System. The approval authorized Police Chief Jamie ...

The town council voted unanimously to stop using methoprene for the abatement program to combat mosquitoes, The Jamestown Press reported on May 8. The motion to ban the use of the larvicide, however, ...

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE JAMESTOWN ZONING BOARD OF REVIEW WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING MAY 27, 2025 AT THE JAMESTOWN TOWN HALL 93 NARRAGANSETT AVENUE, JAMESTOWN, RHODE ISLAND AT 7:00 P.M. UPON ...

The captain of Newport Sportfishing Charters will discuss his experiences fishing in southern New England at 6 p.m., April 23, at the fire station, 50 Narragansett Ave. Rob Taylor has been fishing in ...

Parking is no longer allowed on the eastern waterfront side of Bay View Drive from Conanicus Avenue north to Davis Street. The town council approved the amended ordinance Monday during a public ...

The main takeaway from the meeting to discuss of the future of Fort Getty was that the trailer park is both an asset in terms of generating revenue and supporting local businesses. The seasonal ...

The West Street Cafe is open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. weekdays. Seniors should arrive for lunch at 11:30 a.m. Suggested fee is $3. Call 423-2658 for reservations 48 hours in advance. All takeout meals ...