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Silver Spring Golf Course temporarily opens as lease talks continue
EAST PROVIDENCE — For the moment at least, the Silver Spring Golf Course off Pawtucket Avenue in city has been given the green light to open why the volunteers who operate the six-hole layout … more
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Senate, House back bills requiring regular reporting on Washington Bridge status
PROVIDENCE — The General Assembly backed bills sponsored by two high-ranking East Providence legislators seeking to hold the Rhode Island Department of Transportation accountable going forward … more
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Letter: Worried about the dangers of child’s jewelry
To the editor: While many in the town were focused on the recent inexcusable beating of a Barrington student by his peers, what caught my eye was the police report of a woman who claimed the … more
Bristol PD: Three arrests and an injured baby seal
Bristol Police made three arrests and also responded to a humorous call at a dock on Thames Street after a resident raised concerns about a "coyote" in the area. more
The Barrington Town Council will discuss the Carmelite monastery property on Monday night, May 6, and is expected to vote on whether to advance a monastery-specific resolution question to the upcoming FTM.
Council could vote on monastery property development question on Monday
The Barrington Town Council will discuss the Carmelite monastery property on Monday night, May 6, and is expected to vote on whether to advance a monastery-specific resolution question to the … more
Portsmouth High’s Jack Casey fires a spike over the net during the first set of last Thursday’s home volleyball match against Scituate/Prout.
PHS boys’ volleyball team extends No. 1 squad to 5th set
PORTSMOUTH — The Portsmouth High boys’ varsity volleyball team came oh so close to upsetting the top-ranked team in Division III Thursday night. more
Danny Savery, a former Tiverton police officer and corrections officer, now has three locations where he trains clients in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. The newest spot is within the plaza formerly occupied by Benny’s on Metacom Avenue
Former cop shares secrets on training the body and mind
Danny Savery opened his first Brazilian Jiu Jitsu studios in Tiverton and then Somerset after leaving law enforcement about 18 years ago. Now he has three locations, in Somerset, Fairhaven, and most recently, Bristol. more
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Lee Silva of the Cosmopolitan team, with a Cosmo firmly in hand, prepares to throw the bag during Monday night’s cornhole championship at the VFW Post 5390 in Common Fence Point. “It’s the only sport where it’s legal to drink,” said league organizer Bob Dyl. “In fact, in most cases it’s encouraged.”
Taking their cornhole seriously in Portsmouth
PORTSMOUTH — It was an epic battle between the Half in the Bags and Challengers teams inside the VFW Post 5390 hall in Common Fence Point Monday night. The consistency of the throws … more
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Volunteers clean up the grounds at Butts Hill Fort. The Battle of Rhode Island Association was the recipient of a grant from the Aquidneck Land Trust for grounds restoration of the fort.
Land trust awards grants to Portsmouth organizations
PORTSMOUTH — Two local groups were the beneficiaries of grants awarded last week by the Aquidneck Land Trust (ALT). more
The Barrington High School auditorium was closed in the late winter of 2020 after school officials discovered that the acoustic panels were falling off the walls. Recently, officials discovered problems with the auditorium's sound system.
Bugs discovered in Barrington Middle School auditorium sound system
Arts Alive! will perform “Chicago: Teen Edition” at Barrington Middle School in early May, and when they do, organizers will be bringing in their own audio equipment. That has become … more
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One of the Barrington High School students who fought with and beat another student after school on April 24 stands over the victim after he fell to the ground, as seen in an image from a cell phone video that recorded the incident and was shared on Snapchat.
Barrington Police explain why five attackers charged with 'felony' assault
Barrington Police Chief Michael Correia explained how his department determined whether to charge the five males who assaulted a fellow Barrington High School student on April 24 with simple assault … more
Warren PD: Three arrests and a stolen truck
Police made three arrests, looked into loose cattle, and got a call from a concerned shop owner after an odd man made comments about "silver and gold" between April 22-29, 2024. more
This spot will host a rotating sculpture for local art. Applications are open now.
Want to have your art featured on Warren's new sculpture pad?
The deadline for applications is May 21. more
Jimmy Campagna hard at work from his home kitchen preparing a batch of pizzelles, a storied Sicilian cookie.
Bristolian is making a booming business out of this long-beloved Sicilian cookie
Traditionally prepared using irons with family crests or regional designs, these cookies are more than just a treat; they are a celebration of family, festivity, and the sharing of Sicilian culture with the world. more
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Ace McCoy is shown playing in a game earlier this season.
Barrington High School softball team battling through slow start
Barrington High School softball Coach Sandy Gorham believes his team is better than its record shows. The Eagles were 0-5 through the end of last week, but Gorham said they have had … more
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Tiverton schools issue layoff notices
While the future of the Fort Barton School remains undecided, Tiverton school officials recently sent layoff notices to 11 employees not connected with the school in an attempt to make a dent in a … more
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Cole Brauer, the first American woman to sail solo around the world, will speak at Roger Williams University on May 15.
First American woman to sail solo around world to speak at RWU
After sailing 30,000 miles and spending 130 days alone at sea, Cole Brauer made history on March 7, 2024. On May 15, she'll share stories about her journey at Roger Williams University. more
Letter: Help us ‘Stamp Out Hunger’ on May 11
It's that time of year when you can make a difference for the less fortunate. more
Letter: Thoughts on discussing, and preventing, suicide
Asking for help does not mean that you are weak – it is a sign of your strength. more
Letter: The Beehive Cafe deserves a lot of buzz
I would like to offer our deep gratitude and appreciation to the BeeHive Café for their generous donation towards our Bristol memorial sculpture. more
Big changes possible at Westport Town Meeting
Residents will have a few decisions to make when they meet to decide Westport's business for the year at next week's Town Meeting, set for Tuesday, May 7, at the high school. Apart from a … more
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The 2024 EPLAC Recognition Awards and Wall of Fame recipients gathered at the 16th annual reception held Wednesday night, May 1, at East Providence High School.
EPLAC conducts 16th annual Recognition Awards ceremony
The East Providence Local Advisory Committee for Special Education held its 16th Annual Special Needs Recognition Program Reception Wednesday night, May 1, at East Providence High School. Each … more
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Leading the way for the popular Cribbage activity at the Warren Senior Center are left-right Jeanne Cotta, Rose Cote, Frank Nencka, and Charlie Francis.
Cribbage keeps them sharp and social at Warren Senior Center
“This game really keeps everyone sharp,” said Nencka. “I’m firmly convinced the game sharpens your cognizance skills.” more
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Letter: Bridge barriers save lives
I applaud the Bristol Town Council for adopting the resolution to the General Assembly that supports this critical and life-saving action for all Rhode Islanders. more
Letter: It is time we take our financial plight seriously
It is time for our Council to work on behalf of the people of Warren to solve our problems long-term. more
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