Scenes from the commissioning ceremony for the Navy's newest warship at the New Hampshire State Pier on Saturday, May 26.
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Port Watch: Week of May 28
The highlight of Memorial Day weekend in Portsmouth Harbor was the commissioning of the USS Manchester on Saturday. The Manchester departs for its homeport in San Diego on Tuesday afternoon, and a large tanker will make its way into the harbor shortly thereafter. Get the details in the latest installment of Port Watch.
Aboard the USS Manchester
A futuristic-looking vessel made its way into Portsmouth Harbor on Monday, May 21. It turned around near the equally futuristic-looking towers of the Sarah Mildred...
Top five things to do: May 24-27
We’re releasing our top-five events roundup a day early this week so that we can include Hit the Decks, an annual milestone that marks the unofficial start of summer on the Seacoast.
Port Watch: Week of May 21
It’s an exceptionally busy Monday morning in Portsmouth Harbor. The Golden Cecilie set sail from Sprague River Road and was promptly replaced by the Chem...
Top five things to do: May 18-20
Two local arts festivals highlight this weekend’s top events. There’s also some other great art, theater, and music coming to area venues.
Port Watch: Week of May 14
The curiously named Ionic Huntress is due into Portsmouth Harbor on Wednesday. Get the details on her and other marine activity in the latest installment of Port Watch.
Top five things to do: May 11-13
Mother’s Day weekend offers loads of music, theater, a clothing swap, and a tour of Portsmouth’s most impressive kitchens. Get the details on some of...
Port Watch: Week of May 7
A steady stream of vessels will be heading in and out of Portsmouth Harbor this week and into the weekend. Learn about who’s coming and going in the latest installment of Port Watch.
Top 10 things to do: May 4-6
There’s so much happening this first weekend of May that we could not confine our highlights to a mere five events like usual. Instead, we’ve got a top-10 roundup.
Port Watch: Week of April 30
The BBC Weser came and went over the weekend, and two more ships are expected to arrive in port over the next few days. Get the details in Port Watch.
Top five things to do: April 27-29
Those seeking to indulge in the arts this weekend have diverse options to choose from all over the Seacoast, with events in Portsmouth, Lee, Eliot, and Dover making our top-five list.
Port Watch: Week of April 23
A couple of ships arrived in Portsmouth Harbor over the weekend, one of which set sail Monday morning. The other is still in port, and...
Top five things to do: April 20-22
Though April has felt like an extension of winter, many of this weekend’s top events are themed around spring and the outdoors. Learn about some of the highlights in our weekly top five.
Open Doors: Amber Rae
The turning point in Amber Rae’s creative evolution came in San Francisco when she helped a friend interested in drag with his clothes and makeup....
Port Watch: Week of April 16
The tanker Noreaster came and left over the weekend, and a tug and barge arrived yesterday. All’s quiet on this rainy Patriots’ Day, but another ship is expected later in the week. Learn more in the latest installment of Port Watch.
Top five things to do: April 13-15
There are two big literary events coming up this weekend, as well as notable celebrations of the arts, beer, and a special bonus: pet films....
Port Watch: Week of April 9
There were some comings and goings in Portsmouth Harbor over the weekend, with the tanker Harbour Pioneer sailing out on Monday morning. But it looks...
Top five things to do: April 6-8
The overlap of New Hampshire Craft Beer Week and Restaurant Week Portsmouth & the Seacoast offers a weekend of fantastic gluttony. There’s also lots of...
Port Watch: Week of April 2
The tanker New England arrived on Easter Sunday and sailed early Monday morning. Two other ships are expected over the next week; get the details in Port Watch.
Top five things to do: March 30-April 1
A plethora of local, regional, and national acts are performing live music at Seacoast venues over Easter weekend, highlighted by the first shows of the...
Port Watch: Week of March 26
The Stonington Eagle is in port until Thursday, when it will be replaced by a tug and barge. Learn more in Port Watch.
Top five things to do: March 23-25
While winter labors to maintain its grip on New England, the Seacoast resolutely forges ahead with plans for spring. A couple of events coming up...
Port Watch: Week of March 19
The bulk carrier Star Mistral arrived over the weekend with a load of salt for the state pier and will likely remain in port until...
Top five things to do: March 16-18
There is not one single Nor’easter in the forecast this weekend (though next week could be a different story), so we’ll be free to celebrate...