WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 2026

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Some fear ballot question could change Westport forever

Westport officials worry that a state question on the Tuesday, Nov. 3 ballot could, if passed, alter the unique rural quality of Westport forever — and not for the better. State question 7, …

Forty years of family, farming and fine wine

Vineyard staff include (from left to right) Brian Perry, Rob Russell, Kyle Medeiros, Darcy Lyons, Marco Montez, Kylie Blanchette and Nora Brady.

What began as a Christmas gift and a hobby has grown into a family legacy rooted in agriculture, preservation and a passion for producing quality wine. As Westport Rivers Vineyard and Winery …

East Providence schools to use Yondr pouches only after cell phone violations

A student shows off a Yondr pouch at Mt. Hope High School.

The East Providence School Committee passed a new cell phone usage policy on Oct. 20 that will utilize the use of Yondr pouches, but in a more restricted manner than originally pitched.

Large barge anchored south of Barrington River Bridge

Motorists driving across the Barrington River Bridge may have noticed a barge anchored off the south side of the span. … Read More

Barrington girls push past Portsmouth in penalty kicks

Ella Martin buried the game-winning penalty kick, powering the Barrington High School girls soccer team past Portsmouth 1-0 in the … Read More

Clock confusion spoils Barrington’s homecoming game

The Barrington High School sideline erupted with cheers. Just seconds earlier, the BHS football team lined up for what … Read More

Huskies secure girls' volleyball state tourney berth

The Mt. Hope High School girls' volleyball team assured itself of a spot in the upcoming Division I state championship playoffs after … Read More

Despite score, Huskies dominate in girls' soccer playoff opener

The final score was definitely not a true indication of how well and dominant the Mt. Hope High School girls' soccer club played … Read More

Penalty kicks bring joy, heartbreak for Patriots

PORTSMOUTH — For the Portsmouth High School soccer teams, Monday’s playoff games came down to the same nerve-racking test: penalty … 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

Fernando Machado

Fernando A. Machado, 72, of Rehoboth, Mass., passed away on October 26, 2026, peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones. Born in Sao Miguel, Azores, Portugal, he was the son of the late Jose Z. Mac

Betty Rose

Betty L. Rose, 82, formerly of Tiverton, RI passed away on October 26, 2026 at Silver Creek Manor in Bristol, RI. She was the dedicated wife of the late John J. Rose. Born in Hallwood, VA, Betty was

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

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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

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: Don’t water down the Tiverton Planning Board

Question 13 seeks to reduce the members of the Tiverton Planning Board from nine to seven. This is a bad idea. The planning board needs members with a wide variety of professional backgrounds in …

Letter: Approve question 16 — support local business

Vote to approve Local Ballot Question 16, which would amend the Tiverton Town Charter to update the duties and responsibilities of the Economic Development Commission. The Tiverton Economic …

Letter: Questions 12 and 13 shortchange Tiverton residents

Reducing the Tiverton Harbor Commission and Planning Board from nine members to seven is a solution in search of a problem, and it ultimately shortchanges Tiverton residents. The Harbor …

Letter: Keep the Little in Little Compton

“We love the things we love for what they are.” — Hyla Brook, Robert Frost Scott Pickering, publisher of The Sakonnet Times, eloquently opened Monday evening’s candidates’ forum with …

Letter: Young family: We withdrew after leadership failed us

Young Family Farm extends a heartfelt thank you to everyone who has backed our two-year pilot proposal. We are deeply grateful for the encouraging messages and the 900+ petition signatures submitted …

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