City Receives Independent Engineering Report on 278 State Street
July 18, 2024The City of Portsmouth has received an independent engineering report regarding the property at 276/278 State Street from Jeff Nawrocki of JSN Associates, LLC.
City Announces Event Parking Shuttle for Sail Portsmouth, July 27-28, 2024
July 18, 2024Sail Portsmouth welcomes a parade of the US Coast Guard barque Eagle and a flotilla of other vessels to Portsmouth on Friday, July 26 starting at 9 am. The Parade of Sail features an impressive lineup of vessels, including the Ernestina-Morrissey and Denis Sullivan, along with the iconic gundalow Piscataqua, a US Navy tug, the City fireboat, and a multitude of supporting pleasure craft and fishing vessels.
Week of July 15, 2024 - Heat Advisory
July 17, 2024With the heat index over 100 degrees this week, it is important to keep cool and stay hydrated. In addition, check in on your family, friends, and neighbors, especially those without air conditioning.
Cool off in the Outdoor Pool (https://portsnh.co/outdoor)
Portsmouth Community Power Announces Lower Electricity Rate from Community Power Coalition of NH, Effective August 1, 2024 through January 31, 2025
July 16, 2024The Community Power Coalition of New Hampshire (CPCNH) Board of Directors has announced an 18 percent decrease in the Portsmouth Community Power base electric rate compared to the rate Eversource has requested from the Public Utilities Commission for the same period. A base rate of 8.6¢ per kilowatt-hour for residential and small commercial customers goes into effect from August 1, 2024 through January 31, 2025 for Portsmouth and other CPCNH customers.
City Closes Portions of State Street and Church Street Around 1850 Daily Times Building in Abundance of Caution
July 15, 2024Out of an abundance of caution, the City is closing the sidewalks and travel lanes abutting the property of 278 State Street. Crews from the Department of Public Works have placed barriers around the building.
City Closes Portions of State Street and Church Street Around 1850 Daily Times Building in Abundance of Caution
July 15, 2024Out of an abundance of caution, the City is closing the sidewalks and travel lanes abutting the property of 278 State Street. Crews from the Department of Public Works have placed barriers around the building. This closure includes a portion of State Street near Pleasant Street, and Church Street.
City Parks & Greenery Department Offers Free Public Prescott Park Garden Tours on Fridays
July 3, 2024The seasonal gardens of Prescott Park are in their prime, following weeks of planting, weeding, and cultivation. The City of Portsmouth Parks & Greenery Department is inviting the public to join members of the gardening team for free weekly tours of the formal gardens.
City Plans Independence Day Fireworks for July 3, 2024
July 1, 2024The City of Portsmouth presents the annual fireworks display on Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at South Mill Pond (across from Portsmouth City Hall). This celebration is an alcohol-free, family-friendly event. The rain date is Friday, July 5.
UPDATE: The South Mill Pond dog park will close starting at 7 am on TUESDAY, July 2 for staging of the fireworks.
Energy Advisory & Sustainability Committees Host Community Conversation on Renewables on Wednesday, July 10, 2024
June 28, 2024Formed in 2022, the City of Portsmouth’s Energy Advisory Committee (PEAC) helps to assess renewable energy options for residents and businesses. PEAC successfully guided the City into an agreement with the Community Power Coalition of New Hampshire (CPCNH) and facilitated the transition from Eversource as the default electricity supplier to Portsmouth Community Power (PCP). Portsmouth customers using PCP now have four electricity options with increasing proportions of renewable energy, from 24.3% to 100%.
Train Derailment, Crews on Site, No Threat to the Public, No Injuries Reported
June 25, 2024Portsmouth, New Hampshire – The City of Portsmouth has issued a traffic advisory for several downtown streets due to a train derailment. Shortly before noon today, a 47-car train operated by CSX and carrying track rail, derailed at the low speed Maplewood Avenue crossing. Police, Fire, and Public Works crews are on site, and the situation is under control. There is no threat to the public, no injuries have been reported, and the train remained upright.