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PORTSMOUTH- In his presentation before Portsmouth City Council Monday night, Kris Ruggles of Strand Associates, Inc. shared a common phrase he has heard th
Dunne ‘outraged’ by Lenco Medcat purchase reattempt
By Patrick Keck - pkeck@aimmediamidwest.com
PORTSMOUTH Conversations surrounding the purchase of an armored vehicle for the Portsmouth Police Department again proved to be a contested matter during Monday night’s city council session.
Once again making it to council’s agenda despite objections from 1st Ward Councilman Sean Dunne, the funding and necessity for the Lenco Medcat– a tactical automobile suited for SWAT or EMS teams with medical lighting and storage capabilities- were still his reasons for not being in favor of the vehicle previously valued at $265,000.
Public sentiment and belief among Shawnee State University administration, faculty, and staff that he spoke with, where Dunne is employed, he feels is also on his side.
Art District hosting Second Saturday event
Staff Report
PORTSMOUTH- For those looking for a last minute Mother Day gift, a Saturday event involving several local businesses could provide such a chance.
That opportunity comes through the Arts, Culture, and Innovation District’s first Second Saturday event. Starting at 9 a.m., sales and specials will be available at the four businesses partaking in the event- North Shore Printing, Loft’s Coffee Company, Gallia Street Studio, and Stump Standards.
On Monday, 2nd Ward Councilwoman Charlotte Gordon said the event is part of a larger vision for the district. Located between the edge of Washington Street to Waller Street and between Front and 7th Street, she feels the area is ideal.
Extra lifeguards, $50,000 going to McKinley Pool
By Patrick Keck - pkeck@aimmediamidwest
PORTSMOUTH Low lifeguard numbers and the COVID-19 pandemic contributed to last year’s delayed reopening of the McKinley Pool. Now at least the former should not be an issue as the pool is set to open its doors on Memorial Day.
In addition to two investments totaling $50,000, $30,000 through the Capital Investment Budget Program and $20,000 from an anonymous donor, the lifeguard shortages that have plagued McKinley are not expected to be an issue this year.
Through conversations with Shawnee State University swimming coach Gerald Cadogan, a commitment of 10 to 12 lifeguards has been secured and their training will begin this Thursday at the SSU pool. This exceeds the preferred sum of five, which will allow for more scheduling flexibility.