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Examples of the Providence Country Day artwork posted to an area electronic billboard on Interstate 195.
PCD student artwork features on area electronic billboard
A local school administrator recently came up with a novel way of giving students there some much deserved recognition for their endeavors in the classroom while providing the institution with a bit … more
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Keigan Grant
Gallery: EPHS boys' lacrosse vs. Tiverton
After a quick start to the season, the East Providence High School boys' lacrosse team has run into a rough patch, including a 15-4 loss to host Tiverton Wednesday night, April 24. Keigan Grant … more
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The recent fields report in Barrington included an option to install a hybrid-stitched field at St. Andrew's Farm. Members of the Barrington Park and Recreation Commission voted against hybrid-stitched synthetic turf fields in town recently.
Park and Rec. does not support hybrid-stitched turf option in Barrington
Members of the Barrington Park and Recreation Commission recently voted against installing a hybrid-stitched synthetic turf field in Barrington.   Mike Seward, the Chairman of the … more
A Roger Williams University student asked the Council for permission to temporarily install this trio of artistic sculptures on various light poles in Town. That request was summarily denied when then Council learned each statue weighed around 50 pounds. They suggested finding private property to host them.
50-pound statues get the thumbs down from Bristol Town Council
Property rights, nosy cameras, a town-wide cleanup and many other topics got discussed at the April 17 meeting of the Bristol Town Council. more
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Artist Meg Voyer unveils her painting of Weaver Library's Copper Beech tree during a ceremony, Wednesday, April 24, during a reception held at the branch.
Weaver Library unveils painting of iconic Copper Beech Tree
The creator of the piece and enthusiasts of the East Providence Public Libraries from around the city gathered Wednesday night, April 24, at the Weaver Branch for the highly anticipated unveiling of … more
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Now in its fifth year, KidWind has now reached more than 1,000 fourth graders who have learned from RWU engineering and education students.
RWU educational wind program has now reached over 1,000 local 4th graders
Now in its fifth year, KidWind has now reached more than 1,000 fourth graders who have learned from RWU engineering and education students. more
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Westport police logs: Animal complaints, no arrests
Monday, April 15 A 911 caller from John Reed Road lodged an animal complaint at 3:10 p.m. A 911 caller reported a disturbance on State Road at 4:13 p.m. Police pulled over seven … more
New committee focused on historic homes and sites
Little Compton has no shortage of historic early buildngs. Now, the council has formed a new committee to help preserve the town’s older homes and historic character. At the urging of Dr. … more
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Barrington High School earns strong national ranking by US News
Barrington High School made a triumphant return to the US News and World Report “Best High Schools” rankings this year.   Barrington High School, which dropped in last … more
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Emma Boisseau drove in three runs, including the game-winner, for the EPHS softball team as the Townies earned their first victory of the 2024 Division I season by defeating Cranston April 24.
East Providence ends early-season softball drought, wins first of 2024
Emma Boisseau's double in the bottom of the seventh inning capped a two-run rally and helped the East Providence High School softball team earn its first win of the 2024 Division I season, a 5-4 … more
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Officials celebrate the completion of the renovation of Owing Stone Academic Center.
St. Andrew’s School renovates academic center
St. Andrew’s School celebrated the completion of the renovation of the Owing Stone Academic Center with a recent special ribbon cutting event.   The project included a renovation of … more
The Patriots’ Sonia Starschick on her way to winning the 400-meter run in a time of 1:04.8.
Portsmouth notches several 1st-place finishes at track meet
PORTSMOUTH — The Portsmouth High girls’ and boys’ outdoor track teams hosted Barrington and Mt. Hope Tuesday and came away with several first-place finishes.   Boys’ … more
The Barrington Town Council recently voted 4-0 to approve a $249,750 bid that will pay for a renovated tennis court, basketball court, and four dedicated pickle ball courts at Chianese Park.
New pickle ball courts are coming soon to Barrington Park
The Barrington Town Council recently approved a bid that will pave the way for some major improvements at Chianese Park.   At its meeting in early April, the Council voted 4-0 to approve a … more
Chart chows various tax rates in municipalities throughout Rhode Island, according to figures presented by Town Administrator Richard Rainer, Jr.
Portsmouth's proposed budget calls for 39-cent tax rate hike
PORTSMOUTH — Town Administrator Richard Rainer Jr.’s proposed municipal budget for fiscal year 2025 starting July 1 calls for a 39-cent increase in the tax rate … more
Westport has 23 new Hall of Famers
It’s been four years since they were able to honor their sports heroes. But members of the Westport Athletic Hall of Fame made up for time lost due to Covid Sunday evening, when they inducted … more
Tiverton student carpenters get a big stage
If you are one of the estimated 40,000 visitors who attended the Rhode Island Home Show in Providence earlier this month, you were likely blown away by an art exhibit right at the entrance that that … more
Coach Jacob Kapstein speaks with members of the BHS Unified Basketball team during a recent game at Mt. Hope High School. Kapstein is busy all three seasons — he’s an assistant coach with the football team in the fall, head coach of the BHS boys hockey team in the winter, and head coach of the Unified Basketball team in the spring.
BHS coach happy to share tips of the game
He played college hockey and professional baseball, and now he is busy coaching a variety of sports at Barrington High School.   In the fall, Jacob Kapstein helps out as an assistant coach … more
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East Providence Mayor Bob DaSilva announced the hiring of Matt Paddock and promotion of Patricia Resende to positions within his administration.
DaSilva promotes Resende, hires Paddock for East Providence cabinet posts
Some four months after the shock resignation of his former chief of staff and one-time law enforcement colleague, East Providence Mayor Bob DaSilva earlier this week announced the promotion of one … more
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Nathan Carter carded a 2-under par 34 on the front side of Montaup Country Club to lead the EPHS golf team past host Tiverton and Portsmouth in the teams' 2024 season opener Tuesday, April 23.
EPHS golf team opens with impressive total, baseball nine loses first league game
The East Providence High School golf team opened up its 2024 Eastern Division regular season with an impressive sweep of host Tiverton along with Portsmouth at Montaup Country Club Tuesday, April 23. … more
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Barrington's Joe Adams throws the hammer during a meet at Portsmouth High School on Tuesday, April 23. Adams won the hammer, shot put and discus.
Undefeated Eagles cruise past Portsmouth and Mt. Hope
The Barrington High School boys track team remained undefeated with a pair of wins on Tuesday afternoon, April 23. The 8-0 Eagles defeated Portsmouth, 108.5-45.5, and Mt. Hope, 149.5-4.5 during … more
A map with dotted blue lines shows a concept for an interconnected network of bicycle and walking paths that link up with the existing East Bay Bike Path, and connect East and West Warren together.
Climate resilience and smart development intersect throughout Warren's new Comprehensive Plan
By looking to address climate change as its number one priority, Warren officials and members of the public have drafted a document that seeks to simultaneously affect positive change in multiple other related areas. more
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The Firefighter, watching over the Firemen’s Memorial Park at Thames and Church streets.
New firefighter statue pops up at Bristol's Firemen's Park
It appeared suddenly about a week ago, but the statue of the firefighter has actually been a plan in the works for nearly 20 years. more
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Magnus Thorsson said he did not tell state education officials that Barrington had committed to building net zero schools, even though he would support that move. 
Barrington school officials at odds with Energy committee chairman
He is not happy with the $250 million school construction plan. And some school officials are not happy with him. Two members of the Barrington School Committee voiced concerns about Magnus … more
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LEFT: Multiple people contacted the newspaper after seeing the front doors that lead to the new theater space at 28 Market St. locked up with an eviction notice in the window. RIGHT: David Silva, left, the proprietor of “Beneath The Garden, LLC,” which is the corporate entity he utilized to enter into the lease agreement with New Hampshire developer Brian Thibault, who owns 28 Market St.; Chris Zingg, middle, owns In Your Ear Records, which joined as a partner to occupy the retail space; and Tyler Benton, right, who joined to run the vinyl bar concept that opened adjacent to the record shop. The three comprised the investing team behind the ambitious concept that now appears to be dead in the water.
One year after moving in, Warren's ambitious entertainment 'hub' has been evicted
Served with an eviction notice following two months of missed rent payments and a Sixth District Court ruling, the closure of 28 Market St. in Warren leaves multiple groups picking up the pieces and wondering what went wrong with such a promising vision. more
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As drivers approach the Washington Bridge westward from Interstate 195 in East Providence, they are now funneled into distinct lanes in anticipation of crossing on to the revamped east side portion of the structure and the new three-lane setup there intended to mitigate congestion created with the shuttering of the westbound portion over four months ago. Read more about the changes inside on page 2.
New third lane on bridge appears to be the charm in reducing snarls
After several ham-handed missteps in recent months, it appears state officials finally came upon a meaningful and immediate response to the Washington Bridge closure debacle with the creation of … more
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