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Portsmouth Renamed Park for Charles B. Whitehurst Sr.

Portsmouth Renamed Park for Charles B. Whitehurst Sr.

The City Council voted to rename Eighth and Jefferson Park to honor the legacy of the late city official.

Live Poll

Do you support prioritizing renaming local parks to honor deceased community leaders in your area?


Crime

Live Poll

Should local governments more strictly enforce property maintenance codes for commercial landowners in your area?

Property Crime

Portsmouth Issued Third Nuisance Notice for Cell Site

The city cited a property owner for overgrown vegetation and pest concerns at a local lot.

Portsmouth Issued Third Nuisance Notice for Cell Site

Automotive

Live Poll

Do you believe private investment in advanced waste sorting will significantly reduce local landfill use?

Electric Vehicles

Portsmouth Secured $70 Million for Waste Facility

The new Portsmouth plant will use advanced technology to convert municipal waste into biochar.

Portsmouth Secured $70 Million for Waste Facility

Politics

Live Poll

Should local governments use tax incentives to attract private businesses to your community?

City Hall

Portsmouth Will Elect Three Council Members November 3

Voters will also decide on a new 1% sales tax to fund local school renovations and construction.

Portsmouth Will Elect Three Council Members November 3