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Letter: Using our privilege to work towards equality

To the editor: Over the past few months, while witnessing local Black Lives Matter protests and long-overdue conversations about race, I’ve observed that much of the debate surrounds … more

11/15/20

Letter: Temple Habonim supports Black Lives Matter

To the editor: Based on your coverage of October's Black Lives Matter vigil (October 28, 2020), some of your readers may be under the mistaken impression that Barrington's Jewish community … more

11/13/20

Letter: Stop with the lockdowns, stand up for your rights

To the editor: Raimondo’s new lockdowns are a disgrace! Cancel Halloween Parties! When Halloween falls on a Saturday the economic impact is the greatest compared to any other day! … more

11/5/20

Letter: Need a break from it all? Visit Colt State Park

To the editor: As a voting citizen, I am tired. I am tired of the political hysteria I am witnessing all around. I am tired of the anxiety about this election, watching the completely different … more

11/2/20

Letter: White fragility is white supremacy in disguise

To the editor: Yesterday, I was talking with someone who I deeply respect about the current political situation and the upcoming election. She is black and a leader in the community, and we were … more

11/1/20

Letter: Is the Barrington Republican party non-existent?

To the editor: It is very disheartening to see no Republicans on the local Barrington ballot for the election this year. It was not so long ago when one could not get elected to any post in … more

10/31/20

Letter: Barrington Town Council is not listening

To the editor: Barrington’s Town Council is not listening. There has been a lot of talking and perhaps some “hearing” of sounds that are coming from the community, but … more

10/29/20

Letter: Barrington voters, reject local questions 3 and 5

To the editor: There are five local ballot questions put to Barrington voters this year. All would change the town charter. The specific language of the change is accompanied by a brief … more

10/29/20

There are five local questions on the Barrington ballot.

Letter: Barrington ballot was frustrating

To the editor: In filling out my mail-in-ballot today I was struck by the lack of clear information provided in the local questions pertaining to the town charter, and really to all the … more

10/29/20

Opinion: Reject Question 1 and preserve the true meaning of this ‘plantation’

I am not a racist. I make this candid statement to avert such an unfounded charge against me in response to the position I will herein assert against changing the formal historical name of our state … more

10/28/20

Letter: Push back and you risk being labeled a racist

To the editor: “If liberty means anything at all, it means the right to tell people what they do not want to hear.” - George Orwell. One of the best indications that someone has … more

10/28/20

Letter: Flags refer to social concerns, not politics

To the editor: Contrary to the view of the Barrington Veterans Council, Black Lives Matter, Rainbow, and MIA flags refer more to moral and social concerns, than politics. These flags … more

10/28/20

Letter: Councilor helped design listening project

To the editor: The Barrington Town Council recently approved a proposal submitted by Councilor Kate Weymouth to establish a Listening Project. This project would invite residents of Barrington … more

10/28/20

Letter: Part of One Community

To the editor: We can talk about divisive issues without becoming divided. We can disagree without being disagreeable. Nationwide, and townwide, tensions are high as we approach a … more

10/22/20

Letter: The police blotter is in your hands, Times

To the editor: I am writing in support of Ms. Brown’s comments. A few years ago I spoke with someone from the Barrington Times about my concerns — specifically the Barrington Times … more

10/18/20

Letter: Thank you so much, Barrington Police and Fire

To the editor: On Sunday, Sept. 27, my husband had a freak accident on our boat in the Barrington River partially amputating his finger tip. After a very expedient phone call to 911, we were … more

10/18/20

Letter: Where are the solar panels at BMS?

To the editor: The roof at the new Barrington Middle School was made solar ready and I am writing to encourage those in leadership positions to follow through and install solar panels on the … more

10/17/20

Letter: American flag deserves more respect

To the editor: I feel that the American flag more than deserves the respect of flying on its own flag pole. The cost of a flag pole for whatever other flag we wish to fly is well worth it. … more

10/16/20

Letter: Barrington Town Council lacks a 'Diversity of Thought'

To the editor: On Monday, Oct. 5, 2020, the United Veteran’s Council of Barrington held a rally in support of the adoption of an apolitical flag policy at the Veterans Honor Roll near the … more

10/16/20

Letter: Racism printed on this page every week

To the editor: We enjoy many comforts in this town. The streets are well maintained, our neighbors keep tidy yards, and our schools are among the best in the state. However, we'd be remiss to … more

10/15/20

Letter: Barrington High School is doing just fine

To the editor: When we read last week's editorial, “Where’s the rigor at BHS?,” we, as students, were surprised and disappointed to read such an unwarranted and misleading … more

10/15/20

Letter: In response to Mr. Alschuler's letter

To the editor: I want to thank Mr. Alschuler for responding to my articles. However, it seems as if he may have misunderstood several parts of what I wrote. I am happy to have a sincere and … more

9/30/20

Letter: Barrington Times should not publish names, addresses in police reports

To the editor: I am writing about something that I have been thinking a lot about lately: the police reports published in the Barrington Times. Publishing the police reports with no concern for … more

9/30/20

Letters: Stars and Stripes should fly alone

To the editor: Though I wish no notoriety, I must register my immediate and profound distress over the flying of any other flag on the same pole as our beloved and respected Old Glory. … more

9/26/20

Letter: Why I proudly support our local police officers

To the Barrington Police Department: If you’re a cop, you must feel a little beat up these days. Even in Barrington. And this is why I write to you. First, on a personal level, my … more

9/25/20