Portsmouth Pulse

18/07/2025

Executive Councilor Janet Stevens announced today that progress is moving forward on the construction and installation of median barriers along a five-mile stretch of Interstate 95 in New Hampshire—one of the most heavily traveled corridors in the state. The New Hampshire Department of Transportation (NHDOT) has issued a revised Request for Proposals (RFP) with a 32% increase to the original engineering estimate, now allocating more than $4.4 million for this critical safety initiative. Construction bids are due by July 31, 2025.

Portsmouth Pulse > Blog > Community > Progress Report on I95 median barriers Community Progress Report on I95 median barriers Last updated: 2025/07/18 at 4:14 PM Editor Published July 18, 2025 Share SHARE Concord, NH – July 18, 2025 – Executive Councilor Janet Stevens announced today that progre...

30/05/2025

The City of Portsmouth’s Department of Public Works is inviting the public to an open house at the Peirce Island Wastewater Treatment Facility (WWTF) and newly completed Road Resiliency Project on Saturday, May 31, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Guided tours led by city staff will offer a behind-the-scenes look at the City’s wastewater treatment process and recent infrastructure upgrades.

Portsmouth Pulse > Blog > City Government > City of Portsmouth to Host Public Tours of Peirce Island Wastewater Facility and Road Resiliency Project City GovernmentCommunity City of Portsmouth to Host Public Tours of Peirce Island Wastewater Facility and Road Resiliency Project Last updated: 2025/05...

24/05/2025

Great news for Portsmouth beer lovers — Earth Eagle Brewings has reopened their original location at 175 High Street for the summer/fall beer garden season! Enjoy their house-made brews , full bar, and tasty hot dogs Thursday–Sunday.

Portsmouth Pulse > Blog > Entertainment > Dining > Earth Eagle Brewings Reopens Downtown Portsmouth Beer Garden for Summer Season Dining Earth Eagle Brewings Reopens Downtown Portsmouth Beer Garden for Summer Season Last updated: 2025/05/24 at 2:49 PM Staff Writer Published May 24, 2025 Share SHARE....

05/05/2025

Portsmouth's latest budget is once again out of control-- far in excess of the cap set by the City Council.

Portsmouth Pulse > Blog > City Government > City Departments > Portsmouth FY 2026 Budget Highlights City DepartmentsCity GovernmentCity Manager Portsmouth FY 2026 Budget Highlights Last updated: 2025/05/05 at 5:19 AM Editor Published May 5, 2025 Share SHARE On May 2, 2025, City Hall unveiled its FY....

28/04/2025

Here's the latest on the outrageous story regarding the City granting land to the Assistant Mayor.

Portsmouth Pulse > Blog > City Government > City Council > Shameless City Council Corruption to Enrich Asst Mayor Timeline Update City Council Shameless City Council Corruption to Enrich Asst Mayor Timeline Update Last updated: 2025/04/28 at 12:21 PM Editor Published April 28, 2025 Share SHARE Here....

09/04/2025

Fence Built on City Land Raises Eyebrows—and Ethical Questions

Husband of city councilor builds fence on city property and promptly puts the house up for sale. We smell a rat!

Portsmouth Pulse > Blog > City Government > City Council > Fence Built on City Land Raises Eyebrows—and Ethical Questions City CouncilReal Estate Fence Built on City Land Raises Eyebrows—and Ethical Questions Last updated: 2025/04/09 at 10:05 AM Editor Published April 9, 2025 Share SHARE At the ...

01/04/2025

Recent residential developments in neighboring communities suggest that Portsmouth, NH, may NOT need to prioritize further investments in affordable housing at this time, but instead focus on keeping Portsmouth affordable for those who already live here and pay the taxes.

Portsmouth Pulse > Blog > City Government > City Council > Regional Developments Alleviate Portsmouth’s Affordable Housing Needs Affordable HousingCity CouncilReal EstateSeacoast Region Regional Developments Alleviate Portsmouth’s Affordable Housing Needs Last updated: 2025/04/01 at 8:52 AM Edit...

16/03/2025

Portsmouth Pulse > Blog > Entertainment > Dining > Shalimar India: A Taste of Punjab Culture Dining Shalimar India: A Taste of Punjab Culture Last updated: 2025/03/14 at 5:29 PM Mike Anderson Published March 14, 2025 Share SHARE There’s something about Indian food that hits the spot on a cold day ...

15/03/2025

Portsmouth Pulse > Blog > Uncategorized > Cost of education soars in Portsmouth Uncategorized Cost of education soars in Portsmouth Last updated: 2025/03/12 at 7:49 AM Staff Writer Published March 12, 2025 Share SHARE On January 15, 2025, the New Hampshire Department of Education issued a press rele...

12/03/2025

Portsmouth Pulse > Blog > City Government > Portsmouth needs a Department of Government Efficiency City Government Portsmouth needs a Department of Government Efficiency Last updated: 2025/03/09 at 8:32 PM Staff Writer Published March 9, 2025 Share SHARE During the public comment portion of the Port...