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United States Army veteran Arthur Medeiros, who fought in the Battle of the Bulge, smiles beside his daughter, Ellie Joy, during a celebration of his 103rd birthday on May 10 at Benjamin Church Senior Center in Bristol.
World War II veteran celebrates 103rd birthday
If you were to meet Arthur Medeiros at the grocery store or out on the links, you’d probably never guess he was into his third year as a centenarian or that he saw the kind of action in Europe that led to him earning a Bronze Star, two Silver Stars, and three Purple Hearts. more
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Bristol Phoenix - March 29, 2018
King Philip Motors, located at 331 Metacom Ave., is being sued by the state Attorney General’s Office, which alleges the dealership knowingly sold and advertised vehicles that hadn’t passed state inspection.
Attorney General sues Bristol used car dealer for deceptive sales practices
It is not the first time that King Philip Motors (KPM), located at 331 Metacom Ave., has been in the headlines for legal action associated with their business practices. 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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Bristol Phoenix - Thursday, April 11, 2019
Gov. Gina Raimondo and her husband, Andy Moffit, adopted a casual tone to talk to Rhode Island children on Thursday.
Governor talks to kids, reveals Easter Bunny is an ‘essential worker’
Gov. Gina Raimondo debuted a new look, new format and new co-star in her Thursday coronavirus briefing, and she steered the hour-long session to a new audience — kids. The governor and her … more
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Letter: Conversations about racism make us uncomfortable, but are necessary
I was baffled when I read your ‘Speak Out’ column in the Aug. 27 newspaper and the outrageous claim that I think “all cops are bastards.” Apparently, a Facebook post that I … more
What a difference a year makes. In 2020, Pack Six held an Arrow of Light ceremony (the highest honor for a Cub Scout), complete with proud families and a party. In the next photo, a year later, with diminished participation and social distancing, the Arrow of Light ceremony looked a lot different. Yet despite the obstacles, Pack 6 parents and volunteers are working to keep the organization going in Bristol.
Despite dwindling numbers, the Mighty Mighty Pack Six endures
Last year, Bristol’s Cub Scout program, The Mighty Mighty Pack Six, had more than 80 active scouts. Now, the number of scouts has diminished to 24 due to the pandemic. Despite this, Pack Six … more
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Bristol Phoenix - Thursday, March 25, 2021
Andre Arsenault (second from left) poses with several of the members of the band which backed him up on the recording of “02809” and who will perform with him in concert at Roger Williams University on June 29 — (from left to right) Bob Tomassone, Scott Grimo and Eric Leffingwell.
When the concerts stopped, he started making music
First performed publicly last Fourth of July, the song “02809” is an homage to the July 4 celebration in Bristol. The first song of Andre Arsenault’s creation that has reached such … more
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Peter Hewett and David Scarpino talk with police during an impromptu recess after Mr. Scarpino refused to put on a mask as required by the school committee to begin the meeting.
Students will return wearing masks (for now)
Bristol-Warren School Committee to honor mask mandate, re-evaluate if Gov. McKee alters course in September. more
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Bristol Phoenix - Thursday, December 1, 2016
Editorial: A virtual solution for school committee mask mess
First, give credit where credit is due. After being questioned, criticized and scorned for not enforcing a mask mandate during meetings, leadership and members of the Bristol Warren Regional School … more
Free concerts in King Park: Down City Band
King Park in Newport will be holding free concerts every Sunday through August 29 from 3:00-6:00 p.m., as a part of NIMFest. The whole family is welcome, including pets. This Sunday, July 24, come … more
Luke Bavier (left), Payton Murphy, Ryan Valentine, Dan Lemos and their teammates celebrate with the Thanksgiving game trophy after whalloping Mt. Hope 41-13 at Roger Dietz Field on Thursday. Stay tuned for a full story online and in the Barrington Times and Bristol Phoenix.
Photos: Barrington wallops Mt. Hope 41-13 in Thanksgiving Day game
Barrington rolled over Mt. Hope 41-13 in the annual Thanksgiving Day game in front of  a packed crowd at Roger Dietz Field on Thursday.  Stay tuned for a full story online and in the … more
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Letter: Taxpayer-funded abortion hearing was Kabuki theater
To the editor: The well-scripted and choreographed Kabuki theater at the House Judiciary Committee hearing March 6 for House Bills 5006, 5047, and 5228 was disheartening. Repetitious, … more
Reily Amaral makes a pitch during the game.
Huskies shutout Woonsocket 6-0, move on to semifinals
The Mt. Hope softball team shutout Woonsocket 6-0 in Division II loser’s bracket quarterfinal game at home on Monday night. The Huskies move on to the semifinals at RIC on Thursday at 7 p.m. … more
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Letter: Stuck in downtown Bristol
To the editor: I’m writing in regard to the closing of all side streets in downtown Bristol at 8:00 a.m. I don’t think this was ever done before. This morning I traveled down … more
Private Education | Fall 2023
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Bristol Town Council continues hunting program despite citizen petition to end it
Citing information from DEM that the number of collisions with deer versus vehicles went down in 2023, corresponding with the highest number of deer harvested, the Town Council said continuing the hunting was in the best interest of the public. more
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Bristol PD: New York resident arrested for DUI
Bristol Police made one arrest between March 4-11, 2024. more
A story of a complicated relationship, with a shocking twist
Laurie Margolis, a 36-year-old advertising executive, and her mother, the highly respected physician, … more
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Joan Prescott is enjoying her final days at the helm of Bristol's public library.
Rogers Free Library director closes book on 30-year career
When Joan Prescott took the helm of Rogers Free Library three decades ago, she settled into a small office that was located immediately to the left of the entrance of an outdated, outgrown … more
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Bristol Phoenix - Thursday, January 23, 2014
Bristol Police: Officers make arrests for range of domestic offenses
Bristol police officers make a handful of arrests for domestic assault, domestic disorderly conduct and domestic vandalism, in incidents reported between Feb. 1 and Feb.  7 Monday, Feb. 1 … more
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