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Warren PD: Two teenagers arrested for marijuana possession
Warren Police made four arrests between Sept. 11-18, 2023, including two 16-year-olds for possession of marijuana (one of whom was caught after bringing a THC pen to school). more
The timeline including the list of all known enslaved individuals that came through Bristol, seen on display outside of Linden Place.
Presentation: Who were the enslaved of Bristol and Warren?
On Thursday, Sept. 28 at 6:30 p.m. at the George Hail Library, Courtney Garrity, creator of the database with the Bristol Historical and Preservation Society will meet with Pat Mues and Sarah Weed of the Warren Middle Passage Project to discuss their research. more
Gordon School has created a new “Whatever I Need” block in every student’s day, where they have free time for “whatever they need.” In the spirit of social-emotional wellness and growth, classes might go outside for some fun, hold a lively discussion about an important topic, or spend time reading together (above) with the school’s therapy dog, Denver.
For private schools, enrollment growth is a pandemic silver lining
While the global pandemic made a mess of just about everything everywhere, it had a hidden benefit for private schools — it boosted their enrollments. Admissions directors at numerous … more
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Discussing environmental monitoring in AVTECH’s office in Cutler Mill are (l-r) Michael Sigourney (Founder, Chairman of AVTECH), Congressman Jack Bergman of Michigan (R), Congressional Candidate Gerry Leonard of Rhode Island (R), and Richard Grundy (President & CEO of AVTECH).
AVTECH gets visit by Michigan Congressman and CD1 candidate Leonard
While the visit was declared to not be a political endorsement, AVTECH's founder said it was an important meeting nonetheless for its implications regarding climate change. more
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The Warren Athletic Hall of Fame is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. Seated (l-r) are its committee members: Diane Abbruzzi Gempp, Chairperson Martha Delekta, John Jannitto, Butch Lombardi and Ted Abrain. Standing (l-r) are: Jay Ferreira, Jack Flynn, Jay Barry, Gary Martins, Chuck Connolly, Charlie Francis, and Matt Oliveira, grandson of founder Pete Sepe. Not present are Joe Catalfano, Jim McMahon and Al Sweet.
Nine inducted into Warren Athletic Hall of Fame
The Warren Athletic Hall of Fame is celebrating its 25 anniversary this year. There have been 267 individual inductees during that time. more
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Amber Jackson, founder of Black Leaf Tea Co., was chosen as one of two finalists among six competitors during last week’s Munch Madness pitch competition. Ramon Hinds, founder of the family-owned Orisirisi Spice of Life, which makes specialty hot pepper sauces, was the other finalist chosen. They will face off in a final competition during Hope & Main’s Twilight Party on Saturday, Sept. 23.
$10,000 is on the line at Hope & Main's Twilight Party on Saturday
Ramon Hinds of Orisirisi Spice of Life and Amber Jackson of Black Leaf Tea Co. were chosen as the two finalists competing for a $10,000 grand prize. They both started at Hope & Main. more
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Warren Arts and Quahog Festivals return this weekend
Lovers of fine art, fine food, and live music should mark their calendars for Saturday, Sept. 23 and Sunday, Sept. 24, as the Warren Arts Festival and the Warren Quahog and Seafood Festival will be celebrating their 30th and 39th annual outings at Burr’s Hill Park. more
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14U's Adam Correia gets ahead of a New Bedford defender. 
Train keeps rolling for East Bay Warriors
The train keeps rolling for the 14U East Bay Warriors football team as they pounded New Bedford 28-0 in the home opener on Sunday, 9/17. Through the first four weeks they have outscored their … more
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Huskies' midfielder Maddox Canario (left) and Yanni Tapinos collide while fighting for a loose ball during Mt. Hope's loss to Barrington on Thursday night.
Mt. Hope soccer teams kick off their seasons
Jackson scores two as Huskies edge Smithfield 3-2 Sophomore striker Thea Jackson scored 2 goals as the Mt. Hope girls soccer team edged Smithfield 3-2 in a Division I game on Thursday night. … more
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Lynn Palmieri helps Alisa Furtado with a math problem in one of the new outdoor learning areas that she helped get built at Hugh Cole Elementary School during the first week of school.
'Grounded and focused' — new outdoor learning areas impress at Hugh Cole
Hugh Cole teacher Lynn Palmieri has been an outspoken advocate on the benefits of outdoor learning for years. Now she has two dedicated outdoor learning spaces to prove it. more
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A large crowd showed up last Thursday for the Warren Senior Center's annual picnic.
Weather forces Warren's senior picnic inside, but spirits remained high
“It was the right thing to do,” said Karen Emmes, East Bay Community Action Program Senior Nutrition Coordinator. “I know a lot of these people were concerned about the weather.” more
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Warren PD: Police make six arrests, including three DUIs
Warren Police made six arrests between Sept. 4-11, 2023, including three for driving under the influence. more
A new URI study has found extensive microplastics in Narragansett Bay. Researchers Victoria Fulfer (shown) and J.P. Walsh estimate that the top 2 inches of the floor of Narragansett Bay now contain more than 1,000 tons of microplastics, and that buildup has occurred in just the last 10 to 20 years.
New URI study finds extensive microplastics in Narragansett Bay
Two University of Rhode Island researchers estimate that the top 5 centimeters (2 inches) of the floor of Narragansett Bay now contain more than 1,000 tons of microplastics, and that buildup has occurred in just the last 10 to 20 years. more
Which 2023 Warren Walkabout design is your favorite?
Three poster designs will now be voted on by the public until Friday, Sept. 22. The winner will be seen throughout town during the upcoming Warren Walkabout in October. more
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Tracey (left) and Leigh Carney, dressed as "old ladies" make their way through a muddy obstacle during last year’s event.
Thrive Outside's fifth annual mud run is this weekend
The fifth annual “Thrive Outside in the Mud” race at Frerichs Farm (43 Kinnicutt Ave.) in Warren is on Sunday, Sept. 17. more
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Fire Chief James Sousa walks towards the water to place a memorial wreath into the river in remembrance of those who perished on Sept. 11, 2001.
Warren holds annual 9/11 remembrance event
The Town of Warren held its annual remembrance event at the Town Wharf on the 22nd anniversary of September 11th at 8:45 a.m. on Monday morning. more
This happy sloth will be the mascot for the School Attendance Matters (SAM) initiative, which aims to educate parents about the importance of school attendance. The pilot program is happening this year at Hugh Cole Elementary School. It was designed by Hugh Cole art teacher, Daniel Blouin.
Can a cartoon sloth help improve slumping student attendance?
Can a cartoon sloth emblazoned on a t-shirt highlighting the phrase “School Attendance Matters” really make a difference in lowering the number of chronically absent students that attend … more
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Two astronauts aboard The International Space Station, which launched in November of 1998, will host a Live Q&A session with Rhode Island students on Thursday.
KMS student to interact with astronauts aboard International Space Station
A Kickmeuit Middle School student will be among a group of Rhode Island students given the unique opportunity to participate in a live question and answer session with two astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) this Thursday. more
Kyra Little (left) is the new Executive Director of the Warren Senior Center, and outgoing director Betty Hoague (right) feels confident that she'll do a great job.
Kyra Little 'excited' for new role as Warren Senior Center Director
Little, 36, was sworn in at the town office on Aug. 29. She has been a Rhode Island resident for the last 20 years, and has lived for several years in Bristol. She currently resides in Barrington. more
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J.P. Medeiros, who will turn 72 in January, has been through a lot during his lifetime, but he remains upbeat following life-saving spinal surgery. Here he visits with the renowned Dr. Adetokunbo A. Oyelese, Spinal Surgery Direector at the Norman Prince Spine Institute.
No matter what, you just can’t keep J.P. Medeiros down
Loss, grief, physical injury and illness have all beset John Medeiros, and yet he continues to stay positive. more
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Warren PD: Three arrests and a reckless speedboat
Warren Police made three arrests and responded to multiple reports of a large speedboat causing chaos on the Warren River between Aug. 28 and Sept. 4, 2023. more
Warren’s Victoria Gendreau captured the Miss U.S. of America title recently and said it was a "dream come true.”
Mt. Hope grad wins Miss U.S. of America pageant
Warren resident and Mt. Hope graduate of 2016 Victoria Gendreau realized one of her long-time dreams during a recent pageant in Connecticut. more
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Sasha Goldman and Chelsea Morrissey, Barrington residents, inside their cheese and charcuterie specialty shop, Wedge, at 279 Water St.
Life is all Gouda for the queens of charcuterie
The high quality of the products available at Wedge in Warren, and the helpful assistance of owners Sasha Goldman and Chelsea Morrissey, haven’t gone unnoticed. more
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Deborah Wood, mother of Casey Wood, who lost her battle with addiction last year, collects overdose preventatives from a table set up outside of East Bay Recovery.
Warren Prevention Coalition holds third annual candlelight vigil
The Warren Prevention Coalition held its third annual candlelight vigil in honor of National Overdose Awareness Day on Thursday night. more
Barrington Police said a Warren man was killed in the Aug. 31 motorcycle accident on Barneyville Road in Barrington.
Police release name of man killed in Barrington motorcycle accident
Barrington Police said a 34-year-old Warren man was killed in the motorcycle accident that occurred late Thursday night, Aug. 31. Police said Michael Dumont lost control of the motorcycle he was … more
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