FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2026

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Soccer Notes: KMS girls' repeat as state champs; MHHS sides win quarterfinal contests

For the second year in a row, the Kickemuit Middle School girls' soccer squad finished as the unbeaten state champions. The Huskies went back-to-back with a 2-0 victory over Burrillville Thursday night, Oct. 29, at Cranston Stadium.

It was a terrific night of results for the Bristol Warren Regional School District soccer programs as the Kickemuit Middle School girls' team repeated as state champions while both the Mt. Hope …

What do the candidates love most about Barrington?

Adam Stearnbourne (left) and Sarah Whiting are running for the two open seats on the Barrington School Committee.

Question: What do you love most about Barrington and why? Adam Stearnbourne — Democrat: We moved to Barrington for the schools, but what I love most is the people. This community has …

Is anti-e-scooter sentiment on the rise in Barrington?

Stuart Solberg (middle) and some friends ride their electric scooters along a side street in Barrington on Monday. Stuart’s mom, Dr. Monissa Solberg said her sons and their friends often feel like they are being targeted for rude remarks while they are riding their scooters in town and that there is a growing animosity against the young e-scooter riders.

Dr. Monissa Solberg understands the safety concerns surrounding electric scooters, but believes that Barrington has crossed a line with its recent restrictions and public messaging. Earlier this …

Fall book sale at Barrington Public Library is fast approaching

The Friends of the Barrington Public Library will host the annual Fall Book Sale, Thursday through Monday, Nov. 5 to 9, on the second … Read More

District 67 candidates: People make Warren and Barrington special

Question: What do you love most about Barrington and Warren and why? Nicole Jellinek — Democrat: My family and I moved to … Read More

Barrington girls spot top-seeded Rams early lead, lose 3-1

Dreams of a Division I girls soccer championship came to an end for Barrington on Wednesday night, Oct. 28. The Eagles, seeded … Read More

Westport considers data center ban

Westport could follow other Commonwealth towns in the banning of data centers, the power-hungry high tech storage facilities that … Read More

Patriots fall to La Salle 1-0 in quarterfinals

The Portsmouth soccer team fell to La Salle 1-0 in the Division 1 quarterfinals in Providence on Wednesday night. Junior striker … Read More

East Providence earns seventh-straight convincing win at Homecoming

The 7-1 Townies are in first place in Division II with 250 points against only 60 surrendered, which is fewer than half the amount of … Read More

Things To Do ...

Trunks and treats at the farmers’ market

Mount Hope Farm is hosting a “Trunks & Treats” event this Saturday, Oct. 31, in conjunction with its weekly farmers’ market. There will be trick-or-treating from decorated trunks, a trunk …

Sea chanteys on Sunday

The New Bedford Harbor Sea Chantey Chorus will honor the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence by focusing on three corners of colonial era, maritime trade: New England, Jolly Old …

Celebrate Halloween on the Farm!

Good Witch Emma Connors from Bedford, New Hampshire, a Youth Education Coordinator with TerraCorps, does a little tidying up at the almost-300 year old Coggeshell homestead in preparation for this …

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Obituaries

Roland Banville Jr.

Roland Banville, Jr., 73, of Tiverton, Rhode Island, died on Monday, October 26, 2026. He was the husband of Marilyn (Lacerda) Banville. Born in Newport, RI on November 12, 1952, He was the son of the

Bradford Booth

Bradford ("Brad," "Uncle Wu") Sherman Booth II, 65, passed away on September 4, 2026 at Elmhurst Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Providence, RI after a long illness. Born February 14, 1961 in

Aura Farb

Aura Stella Farb, 76, of East Providence, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on October 21, 2026 at Evergreen House. Born in Bogotá, Colombia, she was a daughter of the late Luis Eduardo

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Rhode Islanders Take Control of Energy Bills with No Cost Home Energy Assessments

Thousands of Rhode Islanders are taking control of their energy bills by making energy efficiency improvements in their homes. In 2025, nearly 12,000 of your neighbors completed a no cost Home Energy …

Rhode Islanders Take Control of Energy Bills with No Cost Home Energy Assessments

Thousands of Rhode Islanders are taking control of their energy bills by making energy efficiency improvements in their homes. In …

Sports

Captain’s Cup, a Homecoming highlight On Saturday, Oct. 17, during homecoming and family weekend at Roger Williams University, the Captain’s Cup was contested in overcast and blustery conditions with a northerly wind. Regardless of the …

Townies clip Cumberland, head to soccer quarterfinals The 9-4-4 Townies move on to play at North Kingstown in the quarterfinals on Thursday night at 6 p.m.

Eagles soar to a 20–6 victory over Fairhaven The Barrington Pop Warner 12U football team came out firing on all cylinders against Fairhaven earlier this month. The Eagles opened the game with an impressive offensive drive. After a 60-yard …

Barrington girls tennis team loses in Division I quarterfinals The season came to an end for the Barrington High School girls tennis team on Friday afternoon, Oct. 23. The fourth-seeded Eagles lost to the fifth-seeded Rebels, 4-3, in a Division I playoff …

Opinion

Letter: She is uniquely qualified and prepared to serve

To the editor: As we reach the end of a long campaign season, it is critical to remind people that local elections matter. That is especially true here in Rhode Island’s House District 67, …

Letter: What is good governance?

To the editor: I have always felt that it is important to run as something, and for something. It was why I chose to run as a Democrat. That distinction made clear to voters the set of values …

Letter: These questions don’t take power away from voters

To the editor: On Nov. 3, Barrington voters will see four local questions, Questions 6 through 9. All four amend the section of our Town Charter that governs the Financial Town Referendum. As a …

Letter: On data centers and car registration fees

I announce that I am against data centers in East Providence and a new fee on those seeking to purchase vehicles that are better for the environment.

Letter: Thanks for the work to our public spaces

Congratulations to Mayor DaSilva and city officials for having the vision.

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