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Tiverton wants answers on $1.2M education aid cut
With Tiverton facing what would be the largest cut in state education aid of any district in Rhode Island, town council members want to meet with the school committee, state legislators and … more
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Members of the Portsmouth Middle School chess team pose with their trophies after winning the Southeast New England Chess Association Chess league. They are (back row, from left) Coach Gregg Purdy, Olivia Purdy, Amelia Davis, Patrick Schlesinger, Dan Lu, Coach John DiGangi; and (front row, from left) Chace Bolduc, Dominic Bolos, Charlie Billings, Caleb Thibeault, and Gagan Deep Palya Maruthi.
Checkmate for Portsmouth Middle School chess team
PORTSMOUTH — The Portsmouth Middle School chess team, coached by John DiGangi and Gregg Purdy, recently completed a remarkable 2023-2024 season and was recognized as the best team in Rhode … more
Bristol Police: Residents reporting gatherings and groups all over town
For the second straight week, criminal activity was light, but calls about groups and small gatherings were a frequent occurrence. Following are Bristol Police calls from March 30 to April 5. … more
This scene of downtown Bristol will repeat itself this year — minus the crowds.
UPDATED: The lights will go on SUNDAY in downtown Bristol
In a route that will, beginning at 6 p.m., take Santa from the Fire Department headquarters west on Annawamscutt Drive, north on Metacom Avenue, west on Chestnut Street, south on Hope Street, east on … more
As seen a week ago, the osprey have ignored DEM eviction efforts and have learned to live with their large, orange, uninvited guest atop the chimney of the historic Colt Park barn.
Despite state’s eviction, these birds aren’t budging
A pair of Colt Park osprey had a decent following before the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) adorned their nesting site with an orange cone last week . Now they’re … more
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Jacob Brier's amendment would serve as an early step toward purchasing the former Carmelite Monastery property on Watson Avenue in Barrington
Amendments call for more spending in Barrington
Barrington residents will be asked to decide on at least three amendments at the June 16 financial town meeting. Four members of the Barrington Town Council filed one of the amendments — … more
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As of July 8, the Statesman Tavern has not had a liquor license. A sign on the front door Wednesday morning (July 14) said they are “closed for vacation.”
Bristol revokes restarant’s liquor license in show cause hearing
At the last Bristol Town Council meeting on Wednesday, July, 7, the council revoked the Class B Victualer Intoxicating Beverage License of Toasted Bun Hospitality, owned by Christopher Kleyla, doing … more
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Bristol man admits to firing gun downtown during DUI
A 29-year-old Bristol man was arrested early Sunday morning in front of his home after allegedly driving under the influence and firing a loaded pistol while traveling along Hope Street. Corey A. … more
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Barrington schools backing off booster mandate, allowing alternative to the shot
Members of the Barrington teachers union voted to approve an agreement that carves out an exception to the school committee’s booster mandate.  The agreement, which was voted through … more
The Barrington Business and Community Association has developed a new website and is planning some exciting events for this summer.
Association plans summer street fair, farmer’s markets in Barrington
Bryan Hoffman and the BBCA have big plans for Barrington. The chairman of the Barrington Business and Community Association said his group has been helping to develop a number of exciting new … more
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Riley Grant scores the last of her four goals for the EPHS girls' lacrosse team in the Townies Division III quarterfinal win over Johnston on Saturday, May 28.
Townies trounce Johnston in D-III girls' lacrosse quarterfinals
EAST PROVIDENCE — The East Providence High School girls’ lacrosse team dispatched Johnston with ease Saturday afternoon, May 28, in the Division III quarterfinal round playoff outing … more
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Coach Steve Furtado rallies the team between innings during their 5-0 victory over Newport on Saturday. 
DeWolf, Towers fuel Bristol-Warren all-stars to back to back wins
The Bristol-Warren Little League 12U all-stars shut out Newport 5-0 at Bristol Memorial field on Saturday and crushed Pawtucket 15-3 on the road on Sunday to earn a winner’s bracket … more
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Purple Heart recipient Arthur Medeiros greets admirers during the 2021 Bristol Fourth of July Parade. Medeiros was thrice awarded the Purple Heart for injuries received in World War II, including at the Battle of the Bulge, as well as a Silver Star and a Bronze Star for his valor. The Bristol Veterans Council and VFW Post 237 are seeking Bristol’s Purple Heart recipients for recognition, following the Town Council’s proclamation declaring Bristol a Purple Heart Town.
Calling all Purple Heart recipients from Bristol
In August of 2019, then-Gov. Gina Raimondo declared Rhode Island a Purple Heart State, joining 44 other states and the territory of Guam. Last week, a proclamation made by Councilman Aaron Ley, … more
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Renovating old Westport High School could cost $29M
Renovating the old high school for re-use by Westport's municipal offices, senior center and school administration would cost just over $29 million, while renovating the town's current offices would … more
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An example of the graffiti that appeared on a fence outside the CFP Arts, Wellness, and Community Center on Sunday, just hours before the Portsmouth Democratic Town Committee’s annual fund-raiser there.
Vandals target Portsmouth Democrats’ event
PORTSMOUTH — Just hours before the Portsmouth Democratic Town Committee’s annual fund-raiser at the CFP Arts, Wellness, and Community Center on Sunday, vandals painted hostile messages on … more
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Bristol Council candidates meet in live forum tonight
The eight candidates competing for five seats on the next Bristol Town Council will meet in a live forum tonight, Thursday, Oct. 6. The candidates include all five incumbents (independents Nathan … more
Emily Skeehan, Fred Faerber III, Isabelle Kelly, and Sondra Blank (from left) are sworn in as members of the Portsmouth School Committee by Gov. Daniel McKee during a ceremony at Town Hall Monday night.
Eleven Portsmouth officials sworn in by Gov. McKee
PORTSMOUTH — Kevin Aguiar was voted in as president of the Town Council for another two years following a swearing-in ceremony Monday in which members of the council and School Committee … more
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Bill Fazioli
R.I. Infrastructure bank taps Fazioli to be new managing director
PROVIDENCE — Just a few months after departing his position in municipal government, city resident and former East Providence director of Planning and Economic Development Bill Fazioli has … more
Eagles’ fans warned: Keep your cheering positive
Barrington High School officials are asking fans to keep their cheering positive. BHS Principal Chris Ashley sent an email to students and their families on Thursday afternoon, Feb. 9, reminding … more
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Portsmouth's Ava Hackley (left) and teammates Olivia Durant, Maeve Tullson and Emily Maiato fight for a rebound with Barrington's Lindsey Lamay (left) and Isys Dunphy.
Cold start ends Barrington's postseason; Patriots advance in state tournament
A slow start spelled big trouble for the Barrington High School girls basketball team on Wednesday night, March 1.  The Eagles scored just 12 first-half points — seven in the first … more
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Vietnam War veteran Ginny Hanson, chairman of the Bristol Elks Veterans Committee, gathered with other committee members and veterans to bestow a surprise gift to the children of Colt Andrews Elementary during their annual Memorial Day commemoration event last Friday.
Bristol Elks present gift to Colt Andrews during Memorial Day event
The Bristol Elks Veterans Committee is gifting a piece of educational, interactive playground equipment to Colt Andrews Elementary students. They made the announcement during the school's Memorial Day celebration on May 26. more
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Events all take place at Burr's Hill Park
Warren's summer concert and movie series start this week
A summer full of music and family fun begins on Thursday with events at Burr's Hill Park. more
Tiverton police: Another 'dog at large' citation
Monday, July 10 A caller reported a suspicious person on Warren Avenue at 9:16 a.m. An animal complaint on Windwood Drive was filed at 11:18 a.m. Harassment was reported from Hooper … more
Westport police logs: Two face DUI charges
Monday, July 17 A caller reported an accident on Route 88 at 5:44 a.m. Another, with injuries, was reported on State Road at 12:20 p.m. Animal complaints came in from State Road at 10:20 … more
Alex Mulamba will be among a group of players expected to have significantly bigger roles for the EPHS boys' basketball team this coming winter.
EPHS boys' hoopsters spend summer starting rebuild process
EAST PROVIDENCE — The recently completed 2023 Summer League for the East Providence High School boys' basketball team was an eye-opener to a certain extent for the 13 players who regularly … more
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