Letters to the Editor
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It was with great joy that I read in the Barrington Times, that after a national search, Dr. Timothy Babineau announced the appointment of The Miriam Hospitals chief nursing …
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1/21/21
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To the editor:
It seems in this town that governance works like this. Those who are in power choose to follow a certain path, for example, adding banners to the pole which historically has flown …
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1/19/21
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What took place at our nation’s capital last week was an attack on our country and Constitution from within. It was another 9/11 moment perpetrated not by foreign terrorist but from American …
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1/14/21
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To the editor:
On reading Michael Mangione’s letter to the editor last week about the closure of South Lake Drive, I feel compelled to respond.
South Lake Drive is a beautiful …
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1/13/21
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To the editor:
The Barrington Republican Town Committee condemns the violence that erupted in our nation’s capital Wednesday. As stated in yesterday’s Wall Street Journal editorial: …
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1/13/21
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To the editor:
Barrington’s Town Manager, Jim Cunha, should be held accountable.
Last week, this newspaper reported that our former tax assessor, Michael Minardi, while on his …
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1/12/21
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To the editor:
Dear Town Council Members, The Barrington Times reported in November 18, 2020 edition, that the town manager would like to see South Lake Drive closed to vehicle traffic from …
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1/8/21
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To the editor:
I had been intending to write a short letter to the editor pointing out to the "Keep politics off the pole" group that their stance implies that the US flag would have to be kept …
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1/7/21
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To the editor:
We all benefit from open dialogue and continued learning about racial disparities and all forms of discrimination, because we all have a role to play in overcoming their legacies. …
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1/7/21
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Donald Trump disgracefully invited and incited a mob to attack law enforcement and assault our democracy. He reminded everyone why he is unfit to lead, why I voted …
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By U.S. Senator Jack Reed
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1/7/21
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As the saying goes there are lies, damn lies and statistics. Unfortunately the National Grid data regarding electrical outages in Barrington may fall under all three. (Barrington …
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1/6/21
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To the editor:
After reading a recent letter in the Barrington Times I went to the dictionary to make sure that I understood what the term political system meant. This is what I found. A …
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1/5/21
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Reporter Tom Mooney, who earlier interviewed me about my objection to removing the words “Providence Plantations” from the state’s name — a view the Journal allowed me to …
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12/10/20
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Last week, Gov. Gina Raimondo petitioned the Rhode Island Superior Court and obtained a temporary restraining order closing two Maxx Fitness Clubs in Lincoln and Warren, and in the case of the Warren …
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12/9/20
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To the editor:
Barrington is our hometown choice for many wonderful reasons; at the top of the list was the reputation for stellar education.
We were so excited for Peter to start …
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12/8/20
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Was a 10 percent rate increase necessary?
Did some staff get pay raises up to 10 percent and several others were told that they would receive another raise before the end of the year?
Was a …
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12/4/20
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To the editor:
I am finally able to take an easy breath now that it appears that our American democracy can once again achieve a peaceful transition of our presidency. For many months, up to and …
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12/3/20
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To the editor:
Barrington is our hometown choice for many wonderful reasons; at the top of the list was the reputation for stellar education.
We were so excited for Peter to start …
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12/3/20
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To the editor:
On Monday, Nov. 30, 2020, the area was hit by a storm with gale winds that knocked out power.
Shortly before 5 p.m., as I was driving through Warren heading into Barrington …
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12/1/20
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To the editor:
I am blessed to have a generator and wished all my neighbors had one as well. I am beginning to believe that the town council is in cahoots with generator companies!
While I …
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12/1/20
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To the editor:
This was the second time this year that Barrington lost power. I had to drive across town during both blackouts. What I witnessed was a potential for a life changing accident. At …
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12/1/20
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The League of Women Voters of R.I. (LWVRI), its Board, local Leagues and our members acknowledge how during these extraordinary times, Rhode Island’s election was well-run and secure. The …
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11/18/20
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To the editor:
Where is the Barrington Republican Party?
We are hiding in plain sight for anyone that wants to participate and strike a balance against one-party rule in our town and state.
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11/18/20
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To the editor:
I have been honored over the past 2 years to serve the Town of Barrington as a member of the Town Council. It is a community made up of hardworking residents that believe strongly …
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11/17/20
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To the editor:
If the town had done as last week’s editorial suggested, instead of listening to the town manager, residents would have died. It’s a simple fact, and, if you read to …
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11/17/20
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