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2nd Degree Assault, Criminal Threatening

July 3, 2024

Jazmin Diaz Barrientos, 23 of Newmarket, New Hampshire, turned herself in on an arrest warrant yesterday. Barrientos is charged with Second Degree Assault (Felony B), 2 counts of Criminal Threatening with a Deadly Weapon (Felony B), Reckless Conduct (Felony B), 2 counts of Simple Assault (Misdemeanor A), and Disorderly Conduct (Misdemeanor B). She was released on personal recognizance bail and will be arraigned at Portsmouth 10th Circuit District Court. (All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty).

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City Plans Independence Day Fireworks for July 3, 2024

July 1, 2024

The 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.

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Energy Advisory & Sustainability Committees Host Community Conversation on Renewables on Wednesday, July 10, 2024

June 28, 2024

Formed 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%.

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PPL Socials: Friendship Speed Dating, Thursday August 1

June 28, 2024

PPL is getting social and we hope you’ll join us! We know it can be hard to make friends when you’re an adult. We’ve got the perfect solution – a low stakes, fun way to talk to people and make connections. We’re talking about Friendship Speed Dating!

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Film Screening: The Goonies, Thursday July 25

June 28, 2024

A group of young misfits called The Goonies discover an ancient map and set out on an adventure to find a legendary pirate's long-lost treasure.

Registration is not required. Refreshments will be provided. Subtitles are used when possible. All are welcome!

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Exhibit: Ikenobo, July 12-15

June 26, 2024

Fascinated by Japanese flower arranging? Come learn about its practice and history at a demonstration and exhibition of Ikenobo-Ikebana at the Portsmouth Public Library.