Books on Grief, Loss, & Mental Illness
September 24, 2020We're all going through a difficult time, marked by feelings of loss and powerlessness. Our library staff created these book lists to help you process complex emotions and situations. We hope they help. We're sending you lots of love.
DPW Reminds Drivers to be Cautious at School Crossings
September 22, 2020Portsmouth Public Schools have started a new school year and with teachers, parents and students adjusting to new schedules for in-school learning, drivers are urged to be extra cautious on city streets and to watch for crossing guards at key locations around the city.
City Clerk's Office Unable to Certify Vital Records on WED Sep 23
September 22, 2020The City Clerk’s office will not be able to process marriage licenses or issue certified copies of vital records on Wednesday, September 23rd due to a software upgrade by the Division of Vital Records. Normal transactions will take place on Thursday, September 24th.
ParkPortsmouth Downtown Workforce Parking Program Available Year-Round
September 21, 2020With more downtown businesses reopening to employees who require parking, the City of Portsmouth DPW Park/Portsmouth Division offers a reminder that the Downtown Workforce Parking Program is available year-round.
DPW Water Dept. Announces Hydrant Flushing Operations
September 21, 2020The Portsmouth DPW Water Division begins the routine flushing of the City’s fire hydrants and water mains on Monday, September 21. Flushing is scheduled between 7 pm and 11 pm, Monday through Thursday for the next six weeks. The flushing operation covers both public and private hydrants in Portsmouth, New Castle, Rye, Greenland and Newington. Crews open select fire hydrants, releasing water with enough velocity to carry sediment out of the pipes.
DPW announces Houshold Hazardous Waste Collection Day Oct 3
September 18, 2020The Portsmouth Department of Public Works will hold its biannual Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day on Saturday, October 3, 2020, at the Public Works facility at 680 Peverly Hill Road. Residents of Portsmouth, Greenland and Newington are encouraged to bring household chemicals for safe disposal between 8 am and 12 noon. Proof of residency is required.
Clipper Strong Fund Launches Mini-Grant Program
September 17, 2020The Clipper Strong Fund Committee announces a new initiative designed to assist Portsmouth small businesses who “might otherwise fall through the cracks” as they struggle with the continuing impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
ONLINE
September 16, 2020Online Ukulele 6-Week Class
Mondays October 19, October 26, November 2, November 16, November 23, November 30
7 – 8:30 PM
Portsmouth Adopts Mask Ordinance
September 15, 2020A new mask ordinance intended to protect the public health in light of the COVID-19 pandemic goes into effect in the City of Portsmouth NH, from September 15, 2020 through January 4, 2021 [note: extended through June 30, 2021 by City Council].
ONLINE Chair Yoga, Thursdays October 15 - November 19
September 15, 2020ONLINE Drop-In Chair Yoga
Thursdays October 15 – November 19
12 – 1 PM