Situated on the northern banks of the Ohio River, and east of the Scioto River, in southern Ohio, the city of Portsmouth is the seat of Scioto County. Founded in 1803, Portsmouth was incorporated as a city in 1815.
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Published in Portsmouth, Ohio, the newspaper offers news, sports, opinion, obituaries, and other community features to people in south-central Ohio and northeastern Kentucky. News and community reports may be submitted through the site, and a local calendar, classified section, and subscription information are included.
http://www.communitycommon.com/
Local 575 of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers is based in Portsmouth, Ohio. The mission of IBEW Local 575 is put forward, along with a staff directory and information about membership, scheduled events, training, apprenticeship, referral and resignations.
http://www.ibew575.org/
Portsmouth - Scioto County Visitors Bureau
Headquartered in Portsmouth, and representing the Scioto County area, at the confluence of the Ohio and Scioto rivers, including portions of Shawnee Forest, the PSCVB offers a guide to local guest facilities, shopping venues, restaurants, and events.
http://www.ohiorivertourism.org/
Portsmouth Area Chamber of Commerce
Comprised of businesses and professional people in the Portsmouth, Ohio area, the non-profit organization is highlighted, including a membership directory, an overview of economic development opportunities and projects, and a guide to the area.
http://www.portsmouth.org/
Established in 1843, the Portsmouth brewery claims to be the oldest in Ohio, offering specialty craft brewed beer and dining facilities. Its history, beers, menus, catering services, and a calendar of events are presented.
http://www.portsmouthohbrewing.com/
Portsmouth City Health Department
The municipal health department offers news and information about the department and its programs, including clinic and nursing facilities, emergency preparedness, environmental safety, injury prevention, land reutilization, and birth and death statistics for Portsmouth, Ohio.
http://www.portsmouthhealthdept.org/
Headquartered in Portsmouth, Ohio, the career fire department serves the communities of Portsmouth and Sciotoville, operating out of three stations. Its history, personnel, and fire companies are outlined, with information about its services, service area, and resources.
http://www.portsmouthfd.org/
The city’s official web site features a directory of the city administrative offices, a business directory, city maps, census information, the city charter and codified ordinances. A public calendar is included.
http://www.portsmouthoh.org/
Based in Portsmouth, Ohio, the County Commissioners are an elected body of the county, much as a city council may represent a city. The commissioners are introduced, and a guide to cities and recreational facilities, relocation, and other services offered by the county is included.
http://www.sciotocountyohio.com/