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East Providence Career & Technical Center students (center from left to right) Haley Duarte, Annabella Camelo and Sade Williams along with their Chef Marie-Claire McKillip were recognized as winners of the “Foodservice Management” category at the 2023 Rhode Island Hospitality Education Foundation state ProStart competition. They were presented their award by (far left) Dale J. Venturini, President/CEO, RI Hospitality Association and RI Hospitality Education Foundation, (second from left) Anthony Pellegrino, Head of Hotels, The Dean Hotel/ASH NYC and (far right) Vinny Costable, District Sales Manager, Gordon Food Service.

EPCTC culinary trio wins category at annual state ProStart competition

Following in a long line of successful teams from the program, a trio of East Providence High School Career and Tech Center students were winners at the 2023 Rhode Island Hospitality Education … more

By Mike Rego | 2/10/23

State announces response plans as winter storm looms

PROVIDENCE — The administration of Gov. Dan McKee and the Rhode Island Department of Transportation have issued plans to respond to a potential high-impact, long-duration winter storm forecast … more

3/13/23

East Providence High School's Dylan Slavick competes in the high jump for the Townies in their Eastern Division outdoor track and field meet Monday, April 24.

Gallery: East Providence, Portsmouth, Bay View outdoor track

EAST PROVIDENCE — East Providence High School hosted its third dual meet of the 2023 Eastern Division outdoor track and field regular season Monday afternoon, April 24, at Townies Stadium, … more

Photos by Mike Rego | 4/24/23

Barrington resident George Voutes successfully proposed a new rebate program for battery-powered lawn equipment — the program is funded with $25,000 in taxpayer money.

Resident aims to eliminate gas-powered leaf blowers

George Voutes was looking for an audience. The Barrington resident knew exactly what he was doing when he stood up during the financial town meeting in late May and pitched his idea for a … more

By Josh Bickford | 7/3/23

Bristol PD make multiple arrests on morning of July Fourth

The Bristol Police Department made three arrests prior to the parade kicking off on July Fourth. more

7/14/23

The Council's public hearing Tuesday night, Oct. 10, at City Hall on the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget drew a reasonable amount oi interest from residents and employees in the administration of Mayor Bob DaSilva. The Council ultimately made few changes to the plan.

Council concedes on most East Providence budget matters

EAST PROVIDENCE — Things got a little heated and, in sports parlance, chippy during a public hearing held by the Council Tuesday night, October 10, on the city's proposed Fiscal Year 2023-24 … more

By Mike Rego | 10/11/23

The EPHS top pair of Madison Luu (left) and Isabella Hurley won the Division III doubles tournament title with a straight sets win over West Warwick Sunday, Oct. 22, in city at the Townie Tennis Center.

East Providence's Hurley, Luu win Division III doubles championship

EAST PROVIDENCE — As they've done for the entirety of the 2023 season to date, the East Providence High School top pairing of Isabella Hurley and Madison Luu cruised to a resounding victory, … more

By Mike Rego | 10/22/23

Caps fly into the air following a recent graduation ceremony at Barrington High School.

BHS track standouts forced to decide: Graduation or regional championships

The decision to move Barrington High School’s graduation ceremony from Sunday afternoon to Saturday has left a group of parents and students feeling frustrated. Sara DeBoth said the … more

By Josh Bickford | 1/1/24

Paul Rodrigues, deputy director of the Department of Public Works, operates a roller last Friday at the Turnpike Avenue playground site. DPW dismantled the old playground, built in 1988, to make room for a new one being financed by the Four Hearts Foundation.

Out with the old at Portsmouth playground site

PORTSMOUTH — The Four Hearts Foundation’s dream of an inclusive and adaptive playground for Portsmouth children has started to come to a reality. On Thursday, Feb. 1, the Department … more

2/13/24

Joining Rep. McGaw (second from right) as special guests during Thursday’s House session were parade organizer Chuck Kinnane (right), this year's parade grand marshals David and Diane MacGregor, and John Sperduti, treasurer (not pictured).

Kinnanes honored as world's shortest St. Paddy's Day parade nears

State Representative Michelle McGaw (District 71, Tiverton, Little Compton and Portsmouth) had special guests when the House celebrated St. Patrick's Day Thursday: Organizers of the world's … more

By Ted Hayes | 3/16/24

The Seaflex anchors, shown here waiting to be installed and attached to a float, should allow Bristol’s new marina to handle hurricane-strength conditions.

Harbormaster presents progress report on marina

Bristol Harbormaster Gregg Marsili offered a progress report on the state of the marina expansion , receiving authorization from the council to set rates on everything from the 200 amp power that … more

By Christy Nadalin | 3/12/22

Townies trounce Knights in Division III boys' tennis showdown

EAST PROVIDENCE — The East Providence High School boys’ tennis team, itself in the midst of a superb run of results, handed next-door neighbor Providence Country Day its first loss of the … more

By Mike Rego | 5/9/22

This Purple Heart sign can be found on the base of the Mt. Hope Bridge.

New signs honor Purple Heart recipients in Portsmouth

PORTSMOUTH — Portsmouth is a Purple Heart town, and has the signs to prove it. The Department of Public Works recently installed four signs around town that proclaim “Purple Heart Town … more

By Jim McGaw | 6/28/22

Former Colt Memorial High School basketball star Richard "Stick" Medeiros is always at the top his game, including painting the exterior of the school he once represented.

Former student spending weeks sprucing up Colt and Andrews

“I’m back!” That was the battle cry of Richard Medeiros, who felt right at home on the ground that became his sports domain during the early 1960s. This time, however, it was a … more

By Manny Correira | 8/11/22

EPFD earns national notice for efforts to improve severe heart attack treatment

EAST PROVIDENCE — The East Providence Fire Department has received the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline EMS GOLD achievement award for its commitment to offering rapid, … more

9/21/22

Barrington School Committee candidates (from left to right) Margaret Reid, TJ Peck, Frazier Bell, and Rudy Seber.

Ask the candidates: How can we better prepare BHS students for college/career?

Question: What steps, if any, could Barrington High School take to better prepare students for college and/or career? Rudy Seber (D) — “As a grateful BHS alumnus, I would work with … more

10/6/22

The Portsmouth Middle School "Little Theater" has been awarded a $56,502 Champlin Foundation grant for a sound system. (File photo)

Four Portsmouth organizations win Champlin grants

PORTSMOUTH — The Champlin Foundation has awarded more than $170,000 in capital funding to four nonprofit organizations in Portsmouth. more

11/28/22

The Planning Board recently reviewed development plans for the monastery. One of the plans calls for keeping the monastery building vacant and developing housing around it, while the second plan calls for the monastery to be demolished and housing to be built on the property.

What’s next for Carmelite Monastery property in Barrington?

Will it be developed for housing? Will it be turned into a school? Or will the former Carmelite Monastery property continue to sit vacant? The future of the town-owned property … more

By Josh Bickford | 3/13/23

Tiverton council grills schools over spending

The Tiverton Town Council has approved a preliminary spending plan that, pending final approval, will result in a property tax rate of $14.97 for FY 2023-24, versus $14.63 currently — a 34-cent … more

By Ruth Rasmussen | 5/17/23

Police: Graffiti was ‘an activist statement’ not hate crime

On Wednesday, June 7, Barrington Police investigated some graffiti written in blue chalk on a section of curb outside Barrington Middle School. The graffiti said “No Blacks!” Police … more

6/13/23

Paige Barbour, shown speaking at an earlier meeting focused on the monastery property, questioned some of the information provided in the town’s FAQ document.

Barrington resident has questions about monastery FAQ document

Paige Barbour was hoping the town’s FAQ (frequently asked questions) about the former Carmelite monastery property would clear up some of the uncertainty about the seven-acre parcel located on … more

By Josh Bickford | 6/22/23

Warren PD make seven arrests and investigate car thefts

The Warren PD had a full plate from July 3-10, 2023, as they made seven arrests and investigated four car thefts within two days. more

7/14/23

Tegan Smith contributed a three-run, inside-the-park homer in Rumford's win over Portsmouth July 18 to reach the Ron Silva Tourney finals.

Rumford edges Portsmouth, reaches Silva Tourney finals

EAST PROVIDENCE — The Rumford Little League Minor Division All Stars earned a spot in the Ron Silva District 2 Tournament championship round with a thrilling 11-10, extra-inning victory over … more

By Mike Rego | 7/20/23

Paul De Luca, aka “Mr. Paul,” explains his educational chess program for young students in the conference room at the Leonard Brown House at Glen Farm. He’s hoping to revitalize his chess camp for kids ages 4-10 starting next Monday, Aug. 7. He’s also hosting an informational program for parents this Saturday at the Brown House.

He wants young kids to love chess as much as he does

PORTSMOUTH — Paul De Luca loves chess. Known as “Mr. Paul” to his students, he’s been playing the game for “30 to 40 years” and has been teaching it to … more

By Jim McGaw | 8/2/23

Scenes from the two-car crash Friday evening, Aug. 18, at Pawtucket Avenue/Catlin Avenue and Bowen Street.

East Providence Police investigate fatal car crash on Pawtucket Avenue

EAST PROVIDENCE — One man died and another remains in serious condition as a result of a two-car collision Friday evening, Aug. 18, in city on Pawtucket Avenue near both Catlin Avenue and … more

By Mike Rego | 8/21/23