Three adults and three teenagers arrested in connection to Sabin Point shooting
Three adults who were previously taken into custody in connection with Wednesday's shooting at Sabin Point Park in Riverside have now … Read More
Updated: Warrenites wake up powerless Friday morning, Nov. 13
Residents of the east side of Warren and parts of the north end woke up without any electricity Friday, Nov. 13, remaining sans power … Read More
Barrington’s finance director is retiring: 'It's been a phenomenal ride'
Maryanne Crawford is retiring. The finance director for Barrington for the last two years said she has enjoyed her time working in … Read More
Veterans Day speaker: Service never ends
PORTSMOUTH — After 33 years in the U.S. Army, Col. Patrick M. McCarthy Jr. is preparing to hang up his uniform. But as he told a … Read More
Beginning of the end of the Henderson Expressway begins Friday
The Henderson Expressway has never really been an expressway. On Friday, the next phase of its transformation into something modern … Read More
Barrington Town Council’s approval moves Vets Park path plan forward
The Barrington Town Council recently signed off on an access agreement between the town and the Bristol County Water Authority, paving … Read More
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Feathers and Flames — 20th Iron Pour culminates on Saturday

To mark the 20th anniversary of the Iron Pour, one of Providence’s most unique arts events, The Steel Yard has orchestrated a celebration in three acts: a pour preview and art market, an elegant …

Final 'Cars & Coffee' of the year

Audrain Automobile Museum hosts its final “Cars and Coffee” gathering of the year this Sunday, Nov. 15, at Sachuest Beach (Second Beach) in Middletown. It takes place from 8 to 10 a.m.

Pomham Rocks lights up for the season

The public is encouraged to view the holiday lights at Pomham Rocks Lighthouse from the East Bay Bike Path. Park in the lot at the corner of Bullocks Point Avenue and Washington Avenue, next to Dairy …
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Obituaries
Al Vedro

Al Vedro

Al Ralph Vedro, 85, of Bristol, RI, passed away on November 10, 2026, at St. Anne's Hospital in Fall River, MA. He was the husband of Patricia Ann (Sersanti) Vedro to whom he was married for 58...
Maureen Shoren

Maureen Shoren

Maureen C. (Grady) Shoren, 90, of Warren passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, November 10, 2026 surrounded by her family. She was the loving wife of Henry "Hank" Shoren, Jr. for an amazing s
Patricia Blank

Patricia Blank

Patricia Ann (Cabral) Blank, 78, of Warren, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday November 9, 2026 with her family at her side. She was the devoted wife of Norman D. Blank for 37 years before h
Sports
Early lapses cost Eagles dearly in soccer semifinals Don Denham is not letting 10 minutes define his team’s season.   The head coach of the Barrington High School boys soccer team said his squad struggled to find its bearings early into the …
Townies fall in semifinals to Skippers 3-1 The East Providence volleyball team fell to North Kingstown 3-1 (14-25, 16-25, 25-20, 16-25) during a Division 1 semifinals match at Rhode Island College on Tuesday evening. The Townies had lost to …
Cicchinelli paces Huskies at cross country state meet Sophomore Jourdan Cicchinelli was the top runner for the Mt. Hope High School girls' cross country team at the 2026 state championship meet held Saturday, Nov. 7, over the rain-drenched 5,000 …
Tigers pound PCD 3-0 in semis, move on to the finals The Tiverton volleyball team thrashed PCD 3-0 (25-23, 25-10, 25-18) during a Division 3 semifinals game at West Warwick High School on Monday night. Head coach Kerri Alder was proud of the undefeated 21-0 Tigers as they move on to face North Providence at RIC on Sunday at 5 p.m.
Opinion
Letter: Thanks for covering e-vehicle controversies

To the editor: Thanks to The Barrington Times for doing such a great service detailing the many controversies regarding e-bikes/scooters and safety concerns. Unfortunately, the predictable …

Letter: The BYSA Board did a great job

To the editor: The date is in my calendar every year, much like all the school vacations and holidays — the Barrington Invitational Tournament. This year marked the 45th annual …

Letter: My door is open, keep in touch

To the editor: I am honored and grateful to the voters of Barrington and Warren who elected me to serve as your next District 67 State Representative.   To everyone who volunteered, …

Letter: Go back to the FTM, before it’s too late

To the editor: While I was very pleased that Donald Trump got his lesson this election cycle as the people spoke out, I bear in mind others paid the price and I fear that it will take this …

Letter: Please drive and ride responsibly

To the editor: This morning, just after leaving my house for my morning jog, a BHS student zoomed around me on his way to school. I was on the sidewalk, and he was on an e-bike, on the sidewalk, …

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