In a battle at the top of Division I standings, Eagles fall to Rams 3-2
The Barrington High School boys soccer team remained in second place in Division I standings following a loss to top-ranked LaSalle on … Read More
Barrington Police called to trespassing incidents at Zion and RISD
Barrington Police responded to two trespassing incidents in town last weekend.   At about 9:45 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 9, … Read More
Contractor schedules deliveries of new trash, recycling carts in Barrington
Hundreds of Barrington residents have started receiving their new trash and recycling carts. According to Waste Connections-Mega … Read More
Second annual Grow Smart 'Main Street Together' conference comes to Warren
Dozens, if not a hundred or so visitors are expected to arrive in town Saturday, Oct. 17, as Warren is the staging area for Grow Smart … Read More
Town changes solid waste management, yard waste plan
You may have seen an orange truck with a DaPonte’s logo on the door and “Green Waste” with a recycling symbol on the side, … Read More
It was another banner year for the Bayside YMCA golf tournament
The Bayside Family YMCA continues to break fundraising records with its annual golf tournament.   This year’s event — it was … Read More
Things To Do ...

Coggeshall celebrates Halloween with tricks and treats, games and more

Coggeshall Farm Museum is celebrating Halloween for two weekends leading up to the actual day. For the next two weekend, kids can experience the farm decked out with spooky decor, with themed …

Blithewold hosting a Fall Sunset Tour

Guests are invited to a Fall Sunset Tour with Dan Christina, Blithewold’s director of horticulture, on Thursday, Oct. 15, on the grounds of the historic estate. The walk is from 5 to 6 p.m. …

Bowen's Wharf Seafood Festival is this weekend

Celebrate the Harvest of the Sea at the 35th annual Bowen’s Wharf Seafood Festival this Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 17 and 18. The festival promises two days of fresh seafood, live music, and family …
East Bay Social
Obituaries
David Axelson

David Axelson

David M. Axelson passed away on October 10, 2026 at the age of 61. David taught Biology, Physics and Chemistry at East Providence High School for 35 years. He is remembered for his warmth and dedicat
Dorothy Carreiro

Dorothy Carreiro

Dorothy Ann (Medeiros) Carreiro passed peacefully from this life at her home, surrounded by her loving family. "Dotty", "Mom", "Nana Dot", "Auntie" was born on March 19, 1935, in the house across the
Carmine Puniello

Carmine Puniello

Carmine J. Puniello passed away on October 13, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of the late Bernadette (Casey) Puniello to whom he was married for fifty-four years. Bo
Sports
MHHS Sports Notes: Soccer sides solidify postseason spots The Mt. Hope High School girls' soccer club opened last week with a 4-2 victory over host Moses Brown in Providence on October 13, cementing their spot in the upcoming Division I state championship …
Westport golfers win sportsmanship award at MAC tourney The Westport golf team won the sportsmanship award while shooting a team score of 341 during the Mayflower Athletic Conference golf tournament at Acushnet River Valley Golf Course on a balmy fall …
Eagles close out regular season with shutout victories The Barrington High School field hockey team improved to 10-5 after back-to-back wins over North Kingstown and Cumberland this week. The Eagles defeated the Skippers 2-0 on Tuesday, Oct. 13, and …
Bristol student wins Jiu-Jitsu gold Anthony Perry, a student at Danny Savery Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & Martial Arts Academy’s Bristol location, earned first place in Gi competition at the NAGA Rhode Island Grappling & BJJ …
Opinion
Letter: Rep. took a cheap shot at District 67 candidate

To the editor: In a Sept. 30, Letter to the Editor, Rep. Jennifer Boylan frivolously writes that District 67 State Representative Candidate Joseph DePasquale was mistaken when he stated RI law …

Letter: Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Columbus Day, and the American promise of inclusion

To the editor: As we observe Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we should consider a fundamental question: What does it mean to celebrate America while honestly confronting its history? …

Letter: Get educated on kratom at Oct. 27 community forum

To the editor: As our understanding of substance use and public health continues to evolve, it is important that our community has access to reliable information about emerging substances, their …

Letter: Time to vote outside the one-party box

To the editor: Are you happy with how things are going in Rhode Island? I haven’t come across anyone who is. And why should we be? For decades, Rhode Island has had one of the worst …

Letter: I am still waiting to hear from Barrington Town Council

To the editor: I was pleased to see the Town Council make a long overdue decision to add a second public comment period at the beginning of its meetings going forward – and simultaneously …

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