Portsmouth Recreation Department Opens Registration for Spring/Summer Programs/Camp
February 16, 2022The Portsmouth Recreation Department has released its Spring/Summer Program and Camp Guide online. Printed copies of the Guide also available at City Hall, Portsmouth Public Library and at all Recreation facilities.
City Health Officer Rescinds Face Coverings Directive, Urges Continued Use
February 15, 2022Portsmouth Manager Karen Conard has just issued the following statement to the City Council:
REC DEPT STORM UPDATE
February 4, 2022All basketball practices are cancelled for tonight at the Connie Bean Center, so the building will not be opening.
Indoor Pool will be closing at 4pm. Evening classes have been cancelled.
Spinnaker will remain open as normal.
Portsmouth DPW Snow Load-out Operations Scheduled for Tues Night February 1
January 31, 2022City of Portsmouth Department of Public Works crews will conduct snow load out operations to clear street and improve safety following the weekend blizzard. The load-out operations start Tuesday, February 1 at 7:30 pm in Area 1, 9:30 pm in Area 2 and 12:30 am in Area 3. The work is expected to be completed by 8 am on Tuesday, February 2.
City of Portsmouth Forms Project Team to Launch Recreational Needs Study
January 28, 2022Late last year, the Portsmouth City Council and City Manager determined that conducting a Recreational Needs Study would inform the scope and location of any future sports/recreational facilities in the City.
City names Sean Clancy Asst City Mgr for Economic Development
January 27, 2022City Manager Karen Conard is pleased to announce the selection of Sean Clancy as Assistant City Manager for Economic Development, replacing Nancy Carmer who is retiring after 36 years with the City. The transition will start on March 14, 2022, when Mr. Clancy joins the City. Ms. Carmer is set to retire on March 31.
Portsmouth NH 400th Inc. Announces Official Program Partner Application Process
January 26, 2022Portsmouth NH 400th, Inc. has finalized the application form for organizations planning events, projects and programs for the anniversary celebration in 2023 and invites those who are interested to submit their details. Once reviewed by the Portsmouth NH 400th, Inc. Management Team and assigned to one of the thematic Team Leaders, the Official Partner Programs will be listed on the PortsmouthNH400.org calendar and will be authorized to use the PNH400 Official Partner logo.
City of Portsmouth Promotes Christine Friese to Library Director
January 21, 2022City Manager Karen Conard is pleased to announce the promotion of Christine C. Friese to the position of Director of the Portsmouth Public Library, effective March 1, 2022.
City of Portsmouth Finance Department Publishes FY21 Popular and Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports
January 12, 2022The Portsmouth community can now access the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and the Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) for Fiscal Year 2021 (FY21) on the City of Portsmouth website. The City of Portsmouth prepares the two documents following the close of each fiscal year under the guidance of Director of Finance and Administration Judie Belanger.
City Warming Centers Counter Frigid Cold Tues Jan 11
January 10, 2022The City invites residents to come in out of the cold weather on Tues Jan 11 at two facilities. The Senior Activity Center (125 Cottage St.) is open 9 am to 5 pm. The Portsmouth Public Library is open 9 am to 9 pm. Both facilities require visitors to wear face-coverings while indoors.