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A diagram of the reconfigured nine-hole public course, "The Met," build over the old front nine of the former Metacomet Country Club land located off Veterans Memorial Parkway.

Metacomet developers soon hope to tee up renovated nine-hole layout

Fittingly, it appears, the first signs of a reimagined Metacomet Country Club property off Veterans Memorial Parkway will in fact be a renovated portion of the golf course. A representative of … more

By Mike Rego | 4/19/24

Volunteers needed for Earth Day cleanup in Barrington

People are invited to join Barrington’s “Keep Rhode Island Litter Free” effort on Earth Day. Volunteers should meet in front of Town Hall on Monday, April 22 for on-site … more

4/19/24

The former Zion Bible Institute land in Barrington has been the subject of much speculation, as private developers work on plans for the large, vacant property.

A long-range vision for housing and open space in Barrington

Matthew Heffner has framed a poignant discussion for Barrington, and he’s brought together four very knowledgable people to start that discussion. His premise is that Barrington should be … more

By Scott Pickering | 4/19/24

Simply designed and surrounded with limelight hydrangea, this pool was set on axis to a bench on the opposite side of the yard and nestled next to the existing upper terrace and fireplace for a convenient walk-out to this one-of-a-kind space.

Dive right in – The changing world of pools

Whether it’s including a pool in the design and build of a new home or adding one to an existing yard, paying close attention to location and landscaping choices can make spending time in your … more

By Lucy Probert | 4/19/24

Warren PD: Neighbors assault each other with golf club, crowbar

Warren Police made seven arrests between April 8-15, 2024, including two neighbors who beat each other up, one with a golf club, the other with a crowbar. more

4/19/24

Rate decrease coming for Barrington’s community electricity program

Electricity supply prices will decrease dramatically this summer for people enrolled in the Barrington Community Electricity program. According to a press release from the program consultant … more

4/18/24

Third westbound lane on bridge opens April 20

A third lane of travel westbound on the east portion of the Washington Bridge will be available to drivers as of Saturday, April 20. The Rhode Island Department of Transportation made the … more

By Mike Rego | 4/18/24

Trace Dubois, of Bristol, throws a pitch during the team’s 3-1 win over Toll Gate, where Dubois threw a no-hitter in his first start as a member of the varsity squad.

Mt. Hope freshman tosses no-hitter in first ever start

Trace Dubois wasn't even supposed to play on varsity his freshman year. He wound up accomplishing one of the sport's most coveted accolades on his very first start. more

By Ethan Hartley | 4/18/24

Finance chief forewarns Council of potential fiscal woes in East Providence

Out-going city side Finance Director Malcolm Moore poured cold water on a potential use of a controversial revenue stream, while at the same time painting a rather bleak picture of East Providence … more

By Mike Rego | 4/18/24

Town Clerk Melissa Cordeiro attempts to thwart an active shooter in a virtual police scenario during a citizen police academy classmates discuss a criminal scenario during class at the Bristol Police Department on Thursday night.

Could you handle the pressure of a law enforcement situation?

Participants of the Bristol Police Department's Citizens Police Academy found out during a virtual simulation of encounters that police officers could come across during any given day on the job. more

By Christy Nadalin | 4/18/24

Barrington High School students Sabine Cladis (left) and Emma Pautz stand in front of a new compost drop-off site in town. Pautz said not enough schools are following a law that calls for schools to have lunchroom composting and food donation programs.

Barrington student says not enough schools are composting food waste

Barrington High School student Emma Pautz believes more must be done. Emma and her friend, Bella Quiroa, a student at the MET School, have created a campaign to encourage schools across Rhode … more

By Josh Bickford | 4/18/24

The area near Railroad and Child Streets where the sculpture pad will eventually be installed.

Jurors needed for inaugural installation at new Warren sculpture pad

A new sculpture pad near Railroad and Child Streets and the East Bay Bike Path is getting ready for its inaugural sculpture. Want to be a juror to select the first piece? You have until April 30 to apply. more

4/18/24

Noah Araujo eyes his tee shot off the first hole at the Agawam Hunt Club during a recent EPHS golf team practice in prep for the 2024 regular season.

Townies tee off with eye towards state tournament berth

By past standards, the East Providence High School golf team had a terrific, if yet ultimately unfulfilling season a year ago. Any squad, including the Townies would have been very satisfied … more

By Mike Rego | 4/18/24

Gabe Tanous considers heading home after hitting a triple in the sixth inning.

Eagles improve to 5-1 in D-II standings after 10-2 win over Ponaganset

The Barrington High School baseball team bounced back into the win column on Wednesday afternoon, April 17. The Eagles defeated Ponaganset, 10-2, in a Division II showdown at Barrington High School. … more

4/18/24

Warren could require state permission to exceed tax levy limit

If nothing changes between now and the final budget approval deadline in May, the Town of Warren will need to seek permission to raise the tax levy by 5.7% for the next fiscal year. more

By Ethan Hartley | 4/17/24

Laura Bell crosses the finish line at The Boston Marathon on Monday.

Bristol resident runs Boston for Doug Flutie Foundation

Laura Bell said the 'uniquely human' experience was grueling, but unforgettable. more

By Christy Nadalin | 4/17/24

A close up view of the Wampanoag Trail location in question.

Council declines developer's request to change Wampanoag Trail parcel designations

After a rather lengthy presentation and subsequent discussion, the City Council voted 3-2 to temporarily deny an attempt by a local developer to rezone and amend the status of a property located on … more

By Mike Rego | 4/17/24

The School Committee recently voted 5-0 to send a middle school synthetic turf fields proposal to Barrington voters on the November ballot.

School board on turf fields plan: 'None of this makes sense'

Members of the Barrington School Committee voiced concerns about the Town Council’s plan to build synthetic turf fields at the middle school. During a meeting on April 11, Committee … more

By Josh Bickford | 4/17/24

Summer Viveiros won Saturday’s fishing tournament, which she also claimed two years ago.

Tight lines all around in Little Compton fishing tourney

There was plenty of action Saturday morning when the Little Compton Gameclub held its third annual opening day trout tournament. This year, Summer Viveiros returned to her winning form from 2022 … more

4/17/24

Steven Richard with a presentation check, in a Mass Lottery photo.

Barrington man wins $4 million in ticket bought in Westport

A Barrington man is an instant millionaire after winning a cool $4 million on a scratch ticket his father bought for him at a Westport deli late last month. Steven Richard was given the winning … more

By Ted Hayes | 4/17/24

Sherry Henderson, 51, died after being struck by a car on Route 195 Monday evening.

Woman struck and killed by car in Westport

A New Bedford woman was killed Monday night after she was struck by a car in Westport. State police and Westport fire crews were called to Route 195, just before the mile 16 marker, at about … more

By Ted Hayes | 4/17/24

A group of Barrington High School students whose projects scored well at the recent State Science Fair, pose for a photo inside one of the classrooms at the school. BHS junior Estelle Chen and her project earned an invitation to attend the premier science fair in the world, the International Science and Engineering Fair.

Barrington High School students' science fair projects shine at states

Her eyes light up when she starts talking — Estelle Chen is truly, genuinely excited as she describes her science fair project. The Barrington High School junior is sitting at a … more

By Josh Bickford | 4/17/24

Braedon Conaty defends for the EPHS boys' lacrosse team in the Townies' recent outing against North Smithfield Monday, Aug. 15.

EPHS boys' lacrosse club pleasantly surprises early

The early surprise amongst the respective East Providence High School sports squads so far in the spring of 2024 is the marked improvement shown by the boys' lacrosse team, which has already … more

By Mike Rego | 4/17/24

19-year-old Bristol mother arrested following sudden death of infant

A teenage mother was arrested in Bristol on Tuesday and charged with child endangerment and obstructing an officer following the sudden death of her 2-month-old child that occurred on April 12. more

4/17/24

Map shows limited bicycle infrastructure currently on Aquidneck Island. The recent completion of the shared use path associated with the Pell Bridge ramp project, however, has resulted in a notable increase, according to Ride Island.

Portsmouth endorses bike plan as ‘advisory resource’

Although it doesn’t seem additional road diets on East Main Road will happen any time soon , an island-wide plan has been endorsed by the Town Council as a guide toward improving safe biking … more

By Jim McGaw | 4/17/24