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A Barrington resident (right) waits to speak about the proposed $3.5 million resolution during Wednesday night's financial town meeting.
One vote separates $3.5 million decision at Barrington FTM
One ballot. That is all that separated the vote to spend $3.5 million to purchase the former Carmelite Monastery property on Watson Avenue. At the financial town meeting on Wednesday night, … more
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Spouses Cathy Plourde (left) and Kara Larson launched their first professional venture together three years ago. Their Rhode Island Spirits products are now being sold in restaurants and package stores throughout Rhode Island, and they are beginning to work on expansion into Massachusetts.
Rhode Island distillery relies on farms, fields and wild foraging
The founders, co-owners and distillers at Rhode Island Spirits have a saying. It’s actually more than a saying; it’s a philosophy, a sales pitch, and the essence of their business … more
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Barrington letter carriers are ready to do double duty during the Letter Carriers’ annual Stamp Out Hunger food drive on Saturday, May 14. Residents are asked to leave a bag filled with non-perishable and unexpired food items at their mailbox for the carriers to take to Tap-In, which will distribute to those in need. Pictured are some of Barrington’s letter carriers, (from left to right) Bob Depin, Brad Depin, Michael Bernardo, Nolan Cambra and Greg Toumaisian.
Don’t forget to ‘stamp out hunger’ this Saturday
Stamp Out Hunger, the letter carriers’ annual food drive, will return on Saturday, May 14, after a two-year hiatus caused by Covid restrictions.   Once again, Barrington letter … more
Some members of the Barrington High School Squash Club pose for a photo prior to a recent match.
BHS Squash Club squares off against St. Andrew's in finale
The Barrington High School Squash Club recently concluded its season with its third friendly match against neighboring St. Andrew’s School. This final team match, which involved girls and … more
Barrington's Violet Gagliano, shown during the Eagles' game against South Kingstown, had five goals, three assists and nine draw controls in the win over Portsmouth.
Eagles celebrate seniors with win over Portsmouth
The Barrington High School girls lacrosse team stretched its win streak to six with a 21-14 victory over Portsmouth on Monday night, May 15.   The Eagles’ record improved to 11-2 with … more
The Barrington Town Council tour of athletic fields on Saturday will include a stop at Haines Park.
Town Council touring athletic fields this Saturday morning
The Barrington Town Council will tour six athletic venues on Saturday morning, Aug. 12. The tour begins at Barrington High School at 8 a.m. — people should meet at the circle driveway in … more
The town has signed a purchase and sale agreement to buy 4.6 acres of open, undeveloped land off Sowams Road. Voters will need to approve the purchase at the upcoming FTM.
Barrington inks deal to purchase 4.6-acre property
At last year's financial town meeting, residents voted overwhelmingly in favor of purchasing six acres of open space on George Street. The property cost taxpayers $1.125 million. At this year's … more
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Barrington veterans Bill Groves (left), Charlie Peabody, Ken Lass, Joe MacRae, Bart Stanzione, Al Girard, Charles Brule and Paul Dulchinos hold up signs on Monday at the veterans memorial in front of town hall. The veterans group has asked that flags carrying a partisan or political message or those that are divisive not be flown on the flagpole, which stands in the center of the veterans memorial. The Barrington UVC is requesting the veterans memorial be relocated to a new space.
Barrington council planning meeting to deal with flag issues
Barrington Town Council member Carl Kustell recently suggested that the council hold a special meeting each year to discuss flag issues. The suggestion followed a comment by Barrington resident … more
Junior captain Cole Vieira, shown holding the team trophy, fired a 76 to lead the Eagles at the Hendricken Invitational on Monday.
Barrington golfers win Hendricken Invitational
The Barrington High School golf team won the Hendricken Invitational at Warwick Country Club on Monday afternoon, finishing with a 321, four strokes better than Moses Brown and LaSalle. The team … more
There is a plan to redevelop some of the athletic fields at Haines Park.
Haines Park plan debate: Trees, fields and neighbors
Neighbors to Haines Park voiced concerns about the town’s plan to build a new multi-use athletic field there, during a special workshop Thursday night, June 30, at the Peck Center for Adult … more
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Democratic candidates for the RI Senate District 32 seat Susannah Holloway (left) and Pam Lauria share their thoughts during a recent online forum.
Healthcare, gun laws and environment fill Senate 32 forum
The candidates for the Rhode Island Senate District 32 seat shared their thoughts on the environment, healthcare and other issues during a forum last week. Pam Lauria and Susannah Holloway will … more
Barrington quarterback Alex McClelland sprints down the sideline for a big gain during the first half of Friday night’s game.
Eagles unable to cap drives, lose to Patriots 21-7
With time running down in the third quarter and the Eagles trailing Portsmouth 14-7, Barrington’s defense made a stand. On a key third down play, Mitchell Ivatts dropped a Patriots … more
Barrington resident and NY Mets pitcher David Robertson shares throwing tips with a group of Barrington Little League softball and baseball players during a special pre-season clinic on Sunday.
Photos: Major League pitcher shares tips with local youngsters
Barrington resident and NY Mets pitcher David Robertson shared some tips with local boys and girls during a special Barrington Little League preseason skills clinic on Sunday afternoon, Jan. 22. … more
Kerri Frattaruolo, who began working at Crossroad Pub Restaurant over 20 years ago, purchased the restaurant in March with her husband, Vinny.
Crossroad Restaurant changes owners, but stays in the 'family'
Originally opening in 1977, Crossroad Pub Restaurant on Market Street in Warren has officially changed owners for the first time. But loyal patrons shouldn't be concerned. more
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Excavators clear dirt at the Barrington Middle School construction site in 2018. Members of the Barrington School Committee recently voted to pursue Option 5 in a new round of school construction.
Barrington School Committee votes 5-0 for ‘Option 5’
The Barrington School Committee voted unanimously to pursue “Option 5” for the proposed school building construction project.   That option calls for an addition and targeted … more
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Barrington Beach
Third dead dog washes up on a Barrington beach
A dead dog washed up on the shore at Barrington Beach on Monday, April 8. This was the third time a dead dog has washed up on a local beach in the last few weeks. Barrington Police said they are … more
An artist's rendering of the Starbucks proposed for County Road in Barrington.
Drive-through lane a must for proposed Starbucks in Barrington
A drive-through lane drew much of the focus of Barrington Planning Board officials and members of the public during a discussion on Tuesday night, Feb. 4 about the proposed Starbucks … more
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The Barrington High School girls swim team poses for a photo after becoming state champions for the sixth consecutive year, on Saturday.
Barrington girls win sixth straight swimming state title
Three days before the swimming state championships were held, Barrington High School head coach Sandy Gorham knew his team was ready to compete.  After tapering down his team's practices … more
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A storm in October knocked out power to hundreds of Barrington residents, while the Nov. 30 storm left more than 5,000 Barrington homes without electricity.
Barrington unplugged — residents question recent outages
Multiple Barrington residents asked the same question following a recent regional storm: Why does Barrington lose power so often? A look at the National Grid website during a storm on Monday, … more
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Budget hearing is tonight in Barrington
The Barrington Committee on Appropriations will hold its annual budget hearing tonight, Wednesday, May 11, at 7 p.m. inside the presentation room at the middle school.  The event will offer … more
Barrington cans Columbus, moves to 'Indigenous Peoples Day'
Columbus Day no longer exists in Barrington. At the Oct. 3 council meeting, Jacob Brier, Annelise Conway and Carl Kustell voted to change the name of that holiday to Indigenous Peoples Day. … more
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Meet the residents who want to serve on Barrington Charter Review
The Barrington Town Council will interview candidates for the Charter Review Commission during Monday night’s meeting. Council President Carl Kustell said he is looking forward to the process … more
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East Providence man charged with attempted murder following hammer attack
PROVIDENCE — An East Providence man has been charged in Providence County Superior Court with multiple counts of felony assault, including assault with attempt to murder, after allegedly … more
The town is applying for two recreation grants offered through the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management. The top-ranked grant is for a skatepark that would be located behind Barrington Town Hall (shown).
Barrington Town Council supports skatepark grant as top priority
The Barrington Town Council followed the recommendation of the Park and Recreation Commission and ranked a grant application for a new skatepark behind Town Hall higher than an application for … more
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The Barrington Town Council recently voted 4-0 to approve a $249,750 bid that will pay for a renovated tennis court, basketball court, and four dedicated pickle ball courts at Chianese Park.
New pickle ball courts are coming soon to Barrington Park
The Barrington Town Council recently approved a bid that will pave the way for some major improvements at Chianese Park.   At its meeting in early April, the Council voted 4-0 to approve a … more
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