Hameho Garden Club in Barrington hosting ‘winter birds’ program
The public invited to join the Hameho Garden Club’s November program “Rhode Island winter birds” on Thursday, Nov. 12, at 6:30 … Read More
Local Girl Scouts give back to the bay
More than 50 pounds of trash was cleared from the Narrows beachfront on Saturday, Oct. 3, thanks to a group of Bristol and Warren Girl … Read More
‘Reading between the Lines’ names next title
Bristol's newest book club, open to the public, had a successful first meeting a week ago with 14 people deeply engaged in discussion … Read More
Blithewold recognized for 30 of R.I.’s ‘Champion Trees’
Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum has received special recognition from the Rhode Island Tree Council for an extraordinary … Read More
Gallery: Welcome to spooky season
It landed an entire week before the big day, but Bristol’s youngsters had an opportunity to take their Halloween finery for a test … Read More
Gallery: Captain Nat is back in town
Captain Nathaniel Herreshoff made a special Halloween appearance at the Herreshoff Museum on Sunday, Oct. 24, enjoying helm time on … 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.

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 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 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
Sports
Eagles prepare to face Crusaders in volleyball playoffs The Barrington High School girls volleyball team finished the regular season with a 3-0 win over Prout — the Eagles won 25-20, 25-18, 25-19. Lale Coskun led the way for Barrington, tallying …
Eagles soar to semis after downing Falcons 2-1 (6-5) in penalty kicks The Barrington soccer team scored six straight penalty kicks after double-overtime to beat Cranston West 2-1 (6-5 in pks) during a Division 1 quarterfinals game at home on Thursday night. The Eagles …
Soccer Notes: KMS girls' repeat as state champs; MHHS sides win quarterfinal contests 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 …
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 …
Opinion
Letter: Our children are not the enemy

To the editor: As a Barrington parent and mental health professional, I am increasingly concerned about the town’s blanket restrictions on electric scooters and the message they are sending to …

Letter: Every dollar of Social Security matters 

To the editor: A trip to the grocery store or a monthly utility bill shows how quickly everyday expenses can add up.   The newly announced 3.6% Social Security cost of living adjustment …

Letter: Animal shelter is a success story

To the editor: The Bristol Animal Shelter reflects the best of our community. Years ago, people worked tirelessly to raise funds to finance the shelter that you, the residents, voted overwhelmingly …

Letter: Why are we being prevented from helping more animals?

To the editor, For 48 years, the Bristol Animal Shelter has been part of our community, providing care and protection to animals in need. As a volunteer there for five years, I’m writing with deep …

Letter: RI needs a governor and lieutenant governor working together

To the editor: Many voters assume the Lieutenant Governor position doesn’t matter, especially here in the East Bay where Warren resident Robert Healey secured 39% of the vote running on a platform …

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