The Gordon School celebrates birthday for Denver the support dog
School can be tough. Denver's job is to make it a little easier. Read More
Bristol Police arrest 3 for cocaine and fentanyl distribution
Over the past several months the Bristol Police Department has been involved in an ongoing narcotics investigation focusing on the … Read More
Judge rejects Sunny Acres purchase bid
PORTSMOUTH — The residents of Sunny Acres Mobile Home Park won't get the first chance to buy the land beneath their homes after a … Read More
District 67 winner says healthcare was key issue in her race
For years, Nicole Jellinek watched as her husband, Jason Knight, served as representative for District 67-Barrington and Warren. Now … Read More
East Providence police arrest Fall River man following car chase
Officers located the BMW traveling at a high rate of speed on Waterman Avenue while nearly striking several police cruisers and other … Read More
Fuller Creative Learning Center to celebrate 10-year anniversary
The Fuller Creative Learning Center in East Providence wants to celebrate its 10-year anniversary with you. Read More
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Historical Society takes to the stage

For one weekend only, the Bristol Historical & Preservation Society will present Bad Character: The Death of Sarah Maria Cornell. It’s a brand-new theatrical interpretation of one of the most …

Artisan Market is Saturday at Linden Place

  Linden Place’s annual Autumn Artisan Market is taking place this Saturday, Nov. 7, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The market showcases local talent on the historic grounds …

Greenvale hosts 27th annual Harvest Festival

Greenvale Vineyards is hosting its 27th annual Harvest Festival this Saturday, Nov. 7, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Visitors can expect musical talent, themed festivities, winery tours, and an artisan …
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Obituaries
Elsie Calce

Elsie Calce

Elsie (Estrella) Calce, age 92, of Bristol, passed away on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at Grace Barker in Warren. She was the wife of the late John Calce. Born in Bristol, she was the daughter of th
Allison Durfee

Allison Durfee

Allison Brown Durfee, 88, of Dedham, Massachusetts, passed away on October 9, 2026. Known to family and friends as "Al," he was born in Fall River, Massachusetts, to the late Ruth Brayton Durfee and
Barbara Naughton

Barbara Naughton

Barbara Jean Naughton passed away peacefully on November 2, 2026, in Rhode Island, surrounded by her family. She was 99 years old. Born on August 21, 1927, in Portland, Maine, Barbara was the daughte
Sports
Late goal by EG ends Barrington’s field hockey season The Barrington High School field hockey team was locked in a scoreless battle with East Greenwich for almost the entire Division I semifinal game recently at Cranston Stadium. But with less than …
Eagles stun Saints with last second field goal The Barrington High School football team bounced back from a tough loss a week earlier and defeated St. Raphael’s 24-21, at Max Read Field in Pawtucket on Friday night, Oct. 30. “I was …
Clippers cruise past Huskies in girls' soccer semifinals The 2026 season came to a close for the Mt. Hope High School girls' soccer club with a 6-0 shutout loss to Cumberland in a Division I state championship tournament semifinal round contest played …
Lady Eagles basketball clinic set for Nov. 11 The Barrington High School girls’ basketball program will host its Lady Eagles All-Girls’ Basketball Clinic on Wednesday, Nov. 11, from 9 to 11:30 a.m. in the Barrington High School gym. …
Opinion
Letter Come and support our veterans on Nov. 12

On Thursday, Nov. 12 the East Providence City Council will be hosting our 4th annual Veterans Appreciation Dinner. The event takes place at St. Martha's from 6-8 p.m.

Letter: Reasons for hope

Our character is also reflected in how we act towards one another during both these times and all others.

Letter: An eye-opener for parents

To the editor: I am writing this as an eye-opener to parents who allow their children to roam the streets on Halloween without any adult supervision. Like many families, we enjoy participating in …

Letter: Domestic violence can happen to anyone

To the editor: October was Domestic Violence Awareness Month and this year's theme, "One of Us," carries an important message: domestic violence can happen to anyone. Too often, people assume …

Letter: Supporting the shelter, with pride

To the editor: As one of the original supporters of the Bristol Animal Shelter, I am enormously distressed at the secrecy surrounding its future. I would certainly expect more transparency from the …

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