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Restaurant owner Ben Sukle (middle) and John Ho (right) cook a meal on an historic open hearth for his Birch and Oberlin employees at Coggeshall Farm on Tuesday.
Partners in poultry bring new farming to Coggeshall
With a cold rain drumming on the roof of the 18th-century farmhouse, a celebrated local chef visited Coggeshall Farm this past Tuesday to get up close and personal with the products on his … more
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Retired Army Gen. Rick Baccus and Gov. Gina Raimondo during happier times, at the opening of the new Rhode Island Veterans Home on Veterans' Day in 2017.
Gen. Baccus submits R.I. Veterans' Home resignation
Brig. Gen. Rick Baccus, administrator of the Rhode Island Veterans' Home for the past 11 years, has submitted his resignation, to be effective in 60 days. Gen. Baccus, a Bristol resident, was at the … more
Bristol Police: Residents report kids playing, groups gathering, all over town
The Bristol Police log saw a noticeable increase in residents calling to report their neighbors or strangers gathering, playing or congregating in public. Police officers also arrested a Barrington … more
Gov. Gina Raimondo at her Friday, May 15 briefing on the COVID-19 pandemic.
Governor: Phase 2 of re-opening won’t begin until after Memorial Day
PROVIDENCE — At her daily COVID-19 briefing Friday, Gov. Gina Raimondo explained the criteria being used to determine when the state is ready to move into a different phase of re-opening … more
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Man sent to ACI for felony domestic threats; police seize guns
A Bristol man was taken to the ACI after an allegedly violent confrontation with multiple victims and two police officers led to his arrest on felony assault and kidnapping charges. Durval J. … more
Mike, Steve and Ken Januario (left to right), business owners, donors and “all-around good guys,” will lead the 2021 Bristol Fourth of July celebration.
Three to lead the Bristol Fourth
The selection of the Bristol Fourth of July chief marshal is an honor given solely to the general chairman of the Bristol Fourth of July Committee — even the other members of the committee … more
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A faint rainbow appeared after reprieve from steady rainfall during Mt. Hope's commencement at the high school on Friday evening.
Photos: Stormy weather didn't deter Mt. Hope's graduation
Stormy weather didn't deter the 2023 Mt. Hope High graduaiton on Friday night.  Thousands of onlookers viewed the 200 plus graduates as they walked across the high school football field  … more
The view west up Church Street will look cleaner following the (pending) removal of these large white bike signs.
Bristol takes down bicycle signage following public criticism
The backlash was swift, with comments coming in to this newspaper, on online forums, and overheard throughout town. more
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Bristol Police: Multiple domestic violence arrests, plus gun shots in the woods
Bristol police officers made three arrests connected to domestic incidents from Dec. 28 to Jan. 3, as shown in excerpts from the log of Bristol Police activities (see below). Monday, Dec. 28 … more
Democratic Town Committee returns top three officers to their posts
The Bristol Democratic Town Committee held its biennial reorganizational meeting and election of officers on Monday, Jan. 11. Three officers retained positions first assumed two years ago: Erich … more
A crew performs work on the Mt. Hope Bridge during a previous maintenance project. The bridge was built in 1929.
Mt. Hope Bridge not in peril, but needs work
A proposed dehumidification system could add 50 years to the Mt. Hope Bridge for $35 million. Waiting longer to remedy the issues could cost much, much more. more
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Four of these hot pink signs were posted in the front foyer of Barrington High School last week. Orange signs with the same message were posted near another entrance. No one at the school was able to answer who posted the signs or when.
More questions, some answers, about FREE!! school food
Last week I wrote a first-person account of my research into school lunches in Rhode Island. This week I’m back, writing on the same subject, with updates on what I’ve learned, and a … more
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Bristol Police Chief Kevin Lynch (Center) was in his element Sunday during the annual Halloween Trunk or Treat event.
Trunk-or-Treat draws record crowd in Bristol
It may have been the biggest and best event of its kind ever held. Some said it reminded them of a Bristol Fourth of July Parade turnout. more
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Tom Sousa (center), manager at 1776 Liquors, presents a check for $1,000 to Peter and Carol McKenna during 1st Sgt. Andrew McKenna Fundraiser last Thursday night.
Fallen veteran's scholarship fund gets boost from two Bristol donors
The 7th annual 1st Sgt. P. Andrew McKenna, Jr. Beer Tasting fundraiser, held last Thursday night at the Portside Tavern, was another great success. more
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Skipper Charlie Enrighrt and the 11th Hour Racing team crosses the finish line to win Leg 5 and become the new leader in the overall standings on Monday morning.
Enright and crew win Leg 5, take Ocean Race lead
Despite losing crewman after crashing into a large mammal and losing the lead, 11th Hour Racing skipper Charlie Enright and his battered crew found a way to retake the lead and cross the finish line … more
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Over 700 runners from 36 states participate in Bristol Half Marathon
On Saturday the Independence Rhode Race hosted over 700 participants at their annual running event in Bristol, with 36 States being represented. more
Lola Silva leaps over a hurdle during the 55-meter hurdles preliminary heat on Saturday.
Huskies find competition steep at state meet
The girls indoor track team, which placed second in their division and second at the class meet, had a tougher time competing on the state level. The Huskies placed 20th as a team with 11 points during the state indoor track championships at the Providence Career and Technical Academy on Saturday. more
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Olivia Neverka-Vinciguerra (middle left), co-president of The Mt. Hope Student Union, Edda Petrillo (mid-right) and other members of the group called for the resignation of school committee members, Tara Thibaudeau, Sheila Ellsworth and Chairperson Marjorie McBride due to what they called their racist and discriminatory actions in denying a contract for project-based learning last month.
Bristol Warren students call for school committee resignations
A large contingent of students and teachers, wearing red in solidarity, showed up en masse to the Monday evening meeting of the Bristol Warren School Committee meeting at Mt. Hope High School. … more
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The Sowams Drive home where the murder took place, photographed in February of 2017.
Bristol man gets 40 years for 2017 murder of grandmother
Superior Court Justice Stephen P. Nugent sentenced Raymond Paiva IV (age 30) to 60 years, with 40 years to serve at the ACI, and a 20-year suspended sentence with 60 years of probation. more
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
Fishermen have been capturing images of what they find while out on the water.
Fishermen come out in support of balloon-release bill
The House Judiciary Committee held a hearing Tuesday, Jan. 28, on legislation, introduced by Rep. Susan Donovan (D-69), which attempts to protect the environment and wildlife by banning the … more
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Bristol raccoon's high-wire act is back
This extremely large and agile resident of an unclear downtown address achieved regional notoriety when a video of his high-wire-walking antics ended up on sports and pop culture blog Barstool, … more
The broken-down Rescue 2, which has been out of commission for a few months, will be replaced this year.
Bristol purchasing new rescue truck
The Bristol Fire Department will be getting a new vehicle soon, to replace Rescue 2, pictured here behind Fire Department headquarters on Annawamscutt Drive. The 9-year-old vehicle has about 180,000 … more
Where the East Bike Path repairs are planned in Riverside.
East Bay Bike Path could be impacted by repair projects
PROVIDENCE — Parts of the East Bay Bike Path in Bristol and Riverside could be impacted by repair projects and temporarily close the week of July 18-22 , according to the Rhode Island … more
Bristol police officers demo body cameras earlier this year during a pilot program.
Police and schools shed more light on camera policies
Some school committee members were not aware of the agreement allowing Bristol school resources officers to use the cameras in schools until very recently. more
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