Gnome Surf clears a hurdle on way to a new home
A surf therapy non-profit cleared a big hurdle in Westport last week, when planning board members signed off on a plan to build a new … Read More
Write-in candidate — 'I'd do it again'
First off, Bob Carr knows he doesn’t have a chance — but that’s kind of the point. The numbers just aren’t there. The … Read More
Five referenda items are being proposed at the 2026 election
Voters at the November 3 general election are being asked to determine the fate of five referenda items spanning education, housing, … Read More
Barrington biologist earns educator award from Audubon
A Barrington resident received the Audubon Society of Rhode Island 2026 Educator of the Year Award.   Virginia “Ginger” … Read More
Mt. Hope High School's Walsh receives environmental ed honor
Mt. Hope High School senior Avery Walsh is among the recipients of the annual Rhode Island Environmental Education Association Awards … Read More
Silver Creek boasts Rhode Island Nurse, CNA of the Year

Maria “Christina” Toste, Certified Nursing Assistant, and Filomena Mestre, RN, both employed by the Silver Creek Nursing Home, … Read More
Things To Do ...

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 …

Bristol's Halloween Walkabout is Sunday

The Halloween Walkabout in downtown Bristol takes place on the Sunday afternoon before Halloween, which is this Sunday, Oct. 25, from 1 to 3 p.m. Local businesses who are members of the Bristol …

Vineyard's annual Harvest Festival is Sunday

Newport Vineyards is hosting its ninth annual Harvest Festival this Sunday, Oct. 25, from noon to 5 p.m. Expect live music, time-honored harvest traditions, friendly competitions, and plenty of fall …
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Obituaries
Leas Correira

Leas Correira

Leas Alice Correira, 70, of Bristol, RI, passed away peacefully and unexpectedly at her residence on Sunday, October 25, 2026. Born in Fall River, MA on October 11, 1956, she was a daughter of the la
Marlene Manchester

Marlene Manchester

94, of Barrington, RI passed away on August 16, 2026. She was the wife of the late Arthur I. Manchester. A Memorial Service will be held at the Barrington Congregational Church 461 County Road Barring
Constance Marino

Constance Marino

Constance "Connie" S. (Achilli) Marino, 93, of Bristol, RI, passed away on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at Newport Hospital. Beloved wife of the late Ilario "Larry" R. Marino who died on August 19, 2015.
Sports
MHHS Sports Notes: Boys' soccer caps regular season, readies for playoffs The Mt. Hope High School boys' soccer club closed out the home portion of its 2026 regular season slate Tuesday afternoon, Oct. 20, with a 1-0 victory over Westerly in a Division II encounter. …
Soccer teams remain hot as tournament play nears The Westport soccer team is red hot and unbeaten since losing their first game of the season to Durfee with a record of 10-1-2. The Wildcats, mired in their most difficult stretch of their …
MHHS ends girls' soccer slate with a win, notes Nencka's 100th career point Mt. Hope High School girls' soccer standout Sara Nencka certainly rose to the occasion during the final regular season home match of her and fellow senior mates' careers, scoring all three tallies in …
KMS Soccer Notes: Huskies fall in boys' playoff quarterfinals The run in the 2026 state championship tournament for the Kickemuit Middle School boys' soccer squad came to an end Thursday night, Oct. 22, after the Huskies fell to visiting Cole-East Greenwich, …
Opinion
Letter: Please keep Portsmouth’s travel lanes clear

To the editor: A growing hazard on Portsmouth’s roads can — and should — be easily rectified: landscape trucks and large contractors’ trailers parked directly in active travel lanes. …

Letter: Atria’s generosity made grand opening special

To the editor: The Portsmouth Multi-Purpose Senior Center (PMPSC) wishes to publicly express our sincere appreciation to Atria Senior Living for its exceptional generosity during our grand …

Letter: Candidate forums revealed shared concerns

To the editor: Thank you, Newport County! The League of Women Voters Newport County (LWVNC) was honored to conduct 10 candidate forums this election season. The field was crowded, with 86 …

Letter: Vote for transparency, against municipal overreach

My name is Joseph Aguiar, candidate for Bristol Town Council. I am running to protect our constitutional rights from unconstitutional mass surveillance. Prior to immigrating to America my family …

Letter: Vote early and reach out for democracy

To the editor: Early voting is underway right now at town and city halls in the East Bay and across Rhode Island. Many of us are asking the same question: What can I actually do to make a difference …

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