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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

By Mike Rego | 5/3/24

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

5/3/24

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

By Christy Nadalin | 5/3/24

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

By Christy Nadalin | 5/2/24

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

5/2/24

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

5/2/24

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

5/2/24

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

5/2/24

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

5/2/24

Letter: Thank you to Sansone Funeral Home

In a time when corporations are mainly focused on profits and greed, it was a blessing to learn of one who gives back to their community. more

5/2/24

Bristol Phoenix - Thursday, May 2, 2024

5/2/24

Patti and Rick Baccus were named the 2024 Chief Marshals for the 239th Fourth of July Celebration during a ceremony on Tuesday evening.

Rick and Patti Baccus named 2024 Fourth of July Chief Marshals

In a moment coming full circle, well-known community volunteers Rick and Patti Baccus met, where else, but the Bristol Fourth of July Parade. more

By Christy Nadalin | 5/1/24

Ethan LoBollita comes out of goal to stop a shot while battling Toll Gate at home, Tuesday.

Huskies’ lacrosse halts skid, buries Burrillville 11-2

Sophomores Charlie Knapman and Ben Browne each scored 4 goals as the Mt. Hope lacrosse team buried Burrillville 11-2 in a home game on Friday. The win halted a two game skid and evened their record … more

Story by Richard W. Dionne, Jr. Photos by Julie Furtado | 4/30/24

A master writer delivers another gripping story of love and loss

‘After Annie’ By Anna Quindlen I have been reading Pulitzer Prize winning columnist Anna Quindlen since 1981, when she wrote the Op-Ed page for the New York Times. Her first novel, … more

By Donna Bruno | 4/30/24

It’s more clear than ever – the kids are in crisis

STORY OF THE WEEK: State-mandated disclosures about the deaths and near-deaths of Rhode Island children have become increasingly frequent over the last year. Twenty-eight fatalities and an identical … more

By Ian Donnis | 4/30/24

Capt. Dave Monti and Steve Brustein of Warwick with cod from the Block Island Wind Farm area. The will to rebuild Atlantic cod will be tested again as managers consider them four distinct stocks.

Workshop outlines wind farm’s cable path

The Better Bay Alliance held a public workshop on April 25 with Ørsted and their Revolution Wind project, which is being built this year along with a cable installation in the West Passage of … more

By Capt. Dave Monti | 4/30/24

Portsmouth: Two charged with assault in domestic disturbance

PORTSMOUTH — Police arrested two people following a report of a domestic disturbance at a Glen Road home on Sunday, April 28. Shortly before 7 p.m., officers responded to 62 Glen Road … more

4/29/24

A Roger Williams University student asked the Council for permission to temporarily install this trio of artistic sculptures on various light poles in Town. That request was summarily denied when then Council learned each statue weighed around 50 pounds. They suggested finding private property to host them.

50-pound statues get the thumbs down from Bristol Town Council

Property rights, nosy cameras, a town-wide cleanup and many other topics got discussed at the April 17 meeting of the Bristol Town Council. more

By Christy Nadalin | 4/26/24

Letter: Congratulations from a fellow no-no thrower

Please extend my congratulations to MHHS freshman pitcher Trace Dubois for his outstanding performance on the mound. more

4/25/24

Letter: Help Rhode Islanders afford the medication they need

Fighting cancer is indeed a battle, and we can’t win it alone. Our lawmakers can help by passing legislation that removes the financial barriers many face to get care and treatment. more

4/25/24

Letter: We can bring good things to life

Are we putting jobs, food, commercial and recreational resources at risk? more

4/25/24

Letter: Grateful for Bristol Citizens Police Academy experience

I highly recommend every citizen to seriously think about applying to attend this ten-week citizens police academy program. more

4/25/24

RWU educational wind program has now reached over 1,000 local 4th graders

Now in its fifth year, KidWind has now reached more than 1,000 fourth graders who have learned from RWU engineering and education students. more

By Christy Nadalin | 4/25/24

Distinctive Homes | Spring 2024

Distinctive Homes | Spring 2024 more

4/25/24

Bristol Phoenix - Thursday, April 25, 2024

4/25/24