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Austin Wildnauer, 17, gets some help from his mom, Pam, as he hits off a tee during the 13th annual Challenger Jamboree at Glen Park on Sunday.
Kids up to the Challenge at 13th annual Jamboree in Portsmouth
PORTSMOUTH — For the 13th straight year, children with developmental and physical disabilities from around Rhode Island and beyond descended upon Glen Park Sunday for a day full of baseball, … more
Barrington Democrats (from left to right) Julia Califano, Patrick McCrann, Gina Bae, Erika Sevetson, Jacob Brier, Cindy Coyne, Michael Carroll, Jason Knight and Liana Cassar, share the stage following their wins on Tuesday night, Nov. 6.
Democrats sweep council, school committee races in Barrington
It was a "blue wave" in Barrington on Tuesday night, Nov. 6, as Democrats swept races for town council, school committee, and local legislative seats. Jacob Brier, a first-year candidate for … more
Barrington Democrats (from left to right) Julia Califano, Patrick McCrann, Gina Bae, Erika Sevetson, Jacob Brier, Cindy Coyne, Michael Carroll, Jason Knight and Liana Cassar, share the stage following their wins on Tuesday night, Nov. 6.
Democrats sweep council, school committee races in Barrington
It was a "blue wave" in Barrington on Tuesday night, Nov. 6, as Democrats swept races for town council, school committee, and local legislative seats. Jacob Brier, a first-year candidate for … more
Jack Garcia of Bristol runs toward home plate with his grandfather, Len Babbitt, beside him.
Annual Challenger Jamboree in Portsmouth brings smiles to all
PORTSMOUTH — For the 12th straight year, children with developmental ad and physical disabilities from around Rhode Island and beyond descended upon Glen Park Sunday for a day full of … more
Barrington's Davis Johnson was selected to represent Rhode Island in the U13 age group at this year’s Baseball Power Showcase to be held in Miami, Fla. in December.
Barrington brothers shine on athletic fields
Barrington's Ryan and Davis Johnson love sports. To be more specific, Ryan loves soccer, while his brother Davis loves baseball. The Johnson brothers have also built reputations for performing … more
The two recipients of the 2017 Portsmouth Award: Robert Dyl Jr., here greeting the crowd at the annual Challenger Jamboree on June 11; and Caroline “Bunny” Miller, posing with Cally, her standard poodle/St. Bernard mix, at the Portsmouth Dog Park last year.
Bob Dyl, Bunny Miller honored with 2017 Portsmouth Award
PORTSMOUTH — Saying their tireless efforts have made the town a better place to live, the Town Council Monday night recognized Caroline “Bunny” Miller and Robert Dyl Jr. as the … more
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Nathan Horn, 10, got a little distracted during his at-bat upon spotting Tessie the Green Monster at the 11th annual Challenger Jamboree at Glen Park Sunday. Nathan, from North Providence, plays for the Riverside Challenger League.
Baseball, mascots and lots of sunny smiles in Portsmouth
PORTSMOUTH — You never know when a mascot is going to interrupt an at-bat. In this case, it was Tessie the Green Monster, the Boston Red Sox’s newest — and most … more
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MacKenzie Briggs, 11, of the Attleboro Challenger Division, gets a hit during the annual Challenger Jamboree at Glen Park Sunday. The pitcher was none other than her dad, Jim Briggs.
Portsmouth Challenger Jamboree celebrates 10 years (photos)
PORTSMOUTH — It was only fitting that Mike Hyland threw out the first pitch at the annual Challenger Jamboree at Glen Park Sunday. “Ten years ago, Mike and I decided to get … more
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Jessica Ferris with Seth Dame (center) and Morgan Carroll as they arrive to the dance.
Everyone deserves their 'Night to Shine'
Sad to say, many young people with special needs have never experienced what it’s like to take to the dance floor for a prom-like experience. But they certainly had their “Night to Shine” at Newport Marriott’s Grand … more
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‘Night to Shine’ for people with special needs is Friday
NEWPORT — Local people with special needs who are age 16 and older will have their “Night to Shine” this Friday, Feb. 12, from 6-10 p.m. at the Newport Marriott’s Grand Ballroom on America’s Cup Avenue in Newport. Crosspoint … more
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Seven-year-old Gus Kletzien of the Riverside Challenger team is all smiles as he approaches home plate with his mom, Isle Jenouri. Photo by Jim McGaw.
Smiles all around at Portsmouth Challenger Jamboree
Above: Ben Nascimento, 9, waits for his pitch as his Riverside team faces Portsmouth in Sunday’s Challenger Jamboree. Photo by Jim McGaw. PORTSMOUTH — You couldn’t wipe the smile off Ben Nascimento’s face if you tried. … more
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Christopher Woodard of The Portsmouth Times team makes sure to tag the plate after sliding into home. Photo by Jim McGaw.
Challenger baseball brings smiles to the diamond in Portsmouth
Above: Nine-year-old Paige Gauthier of the Portsmouth Times Challenger team smiles and waves at her mom after getting a hit against Tom’s Lawn and Garden Sunday afternoon. It was the team’s first game of the season. Photo by Jim McGaw. … more
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Volunteer Michael Raymos (left) gives Elijah Almasy a high-five near the dunk tank at Glen Park Sunday. Photo by Jim McGaw
Players meet the challenge at Portsmouth Jamboree
PORTSMOUTH — Ann-Marie Dincher fought back tears as she tried to explain what the Challenger League has meant to her 7-year-old son, Luke, and her family. “We started this program when he turned 5,” said Ms. Dincher, the coach of the … more
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Next up: better run elections
These last weeks of December are generally a quiet time in both politics and baseball, giving me the opportunity to tune out, make some cookies and wrap presents. Red Sox tickets are on sale and it looks like they will open spring training with a … more
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Seth Dame (left) helps Jack Garcia, 8, round the bases during a game Sunday at the Challenger Jamboree at Glen Park, Portsmouth. Seth plays for the older team, but acted as a "buddy" to Jack in this game.
Players up to the challenge at Portsmouth Jamboree
PORTSMOUTH — Chris Patsos joked that the boaters in the Sakonnet River had better watch out for all the baseballs that were being blasted out of field No. 1 at Glen Park. At the annual Challenger Jamboree Sunday, no fewer than four home … more
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Dan McCarty, working on an art project at the middle school recently, puts classmates at ease by talking openly to them about his disease. "I just enjoy doing a lot of things that other kids like to do. I love talking, I like to learn," he says. Photo by Richard W. Dionne Jr.
Despite disease, Portsmouth boy is unbreakable
PORTSMOUTH — Dan McCarty has fractured more than 350 bones in his 10 years. But his zest for life — and empathy for others — will never be shattered. A parable in 12 parts. 1. When people first meet 10-year-old Dan McCarty, … more
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Seth Dane drives one to the outfield during practice Sunday.
Portsmouth Challenger baseball begins season
PORTSMOUTH — No one stays in the dugout when they play for the Challenger Division. The division of Little League baseball offers boys and girls with physical and mental challenges, ages 5 to 18 (or the completion of high school), the … more
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