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Warren left 'a little less special' with passing of Scott Mathison

The passing of the master craftsman at age 63 leaves a visible legacy throughout the region, and an irreplaceable void for those who knew and loved him.
Lawson cooks Coogan, Furtado flies by Pereira in East Providence primaries
EAST PROVIDENCE — Voters in East Providence who headed to the polls for the 2024 Primary Election Tuesday, Sept. 10, didn't really … Read More
Endorsed Democrats in Barrington Council race win Primary
The lone unendorsed Democrat was on the outside looking in after Primary voting results were tallied for the Barrington Town Council … Read More
‘Toilet guy’ out in Portsmouth Town Council race
PORTSMOUTH — The candidate whose display of broken toilets and anti-local government signs on a vacant East Main Road lot won’t … Read More
Barrington High School field hockey wins three straight
The Barrington High School field hockey team has opened the season with three victories, including a 1-0 win over the defending state … Read More
Portsmouth’s Gray, Kaull win in opening cross-country meet
PORTSMOUTH — The cross-country season’s just started, but already Portsmouth High’s Sean Gray and Allie Kaull are already … Read More
Portsmouth kicks off football season with Injury Fund shutout
PORTSMOUTH — It may have just been an abbreviated Injury Fund contest, but the Portsmouth High School varsity football team showed … Read More
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Bristol PorchFest offering 22 bands this year

Arts In Common presents the annual Bristol PorchFest with a free afternoon of music by 22 local bands on 12 porches on a tree-lined street closed to traffic. WHAT: Bristol PorchFest 2024 …

Pokanoket Heritage Day is Sunday in Warren

Learn about Pokanoket life in the East Bay (Sowams) from the past to the present day through dancing, singing, drumming, storytelling, presentations and displays on Pokanoket history and culture. …
Life in the Garden

There’s a growing buzz in Barrington

The Barrington Land Conservation Trust, in collaboration with the Barrington Farm School, is excited to announce Barrington’s first of its kind Pollinator Pathway Tour. This Sunday, Sept. 15, …
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Obituaries
Gerald Larson Gerald A. Larson, 65, of Bristol, passed away after a battle with cancer at his home on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, with his family at his side. He was the devoted husband of Cheryl (King) Larson for 40
Anthony Perry Bristol|Anthony C. Perry, 92, a retired case work supervisor, died September 8, 2024. He was the husband of the late Patricia K. (Johnson) Perry. Born in East Providence, RI a son of Anthony and Ameli
Kathleen Amaral Kathleen A. Amaral, 86, of Hope Street, passed away after a brief illness on September 5, 2024, at Rhode Island Hospital. She was the wife of George Amaral. Born in Fall River, MA, she was the daugh
Sports
Jackson, Nencka lead Huskies in shutout Thea Jackson and Sara Nencka each scored 2 goals as the Mt. Hope girls soccer team blanked Lincoln 4-0 in a Division I home game on Monday night. The win evens the Huskies record at 1-1 as the young …
Expectations, aims are high for Townie cross country clubs EAST PROVIDENCE — The East Providence High School cross country teams have the unenviable position of being grouped annually during the regular season in the ultra-competitive Metropolitan …
East Providence High School starts 2024 cross country season PORTSMOUTH — The respective East Providence High School cross country teams opened up their 2024 Metropolitan Division regular seasons Monday, Sept. 9, in Portsmouth over the 3.1-mile course at The …
Tigers ready to compete for football crown behind Garside and offensive line The offense line is a large part of any football team’s success. Especially left tackle, the position that protects the quarterback’s blind side. This season the Tigers finally have a …
Opinion
Letter: Rediscover Portsmouth, which has so much to offer

To the editor: Are you looking for good hiking trails? Maybe you would like to bring your family to a place where they can marvel at the sunset. Do you want to learn about Portsmouth’s …

Letter: Another great summer at South Shore Beach

At the end of another great summer, I wanted to spread some kudos to those who work at what I think of as "my" local beach, South Shore. Aside from its natural beauty, the staff there is …

Letter: Vote no on artificial turf

To the editor: If you support student-athletes, the environment, and the responsible use of taxpayer money, then vote NO to artificial turf.   In November, Barrington taxpayers will …

Letter: Resigning, due to lack of progress

To the editor: I regretfully submitted my resignation from my volunteer position on the Barrington Resilience & Energy Committee, after serving the Town for over six years. This decision …

Letter: Bristol DPW policy prevents recycling

I don’t understand why I can't pay a fee to bring my recyclables to the town’s recycling facility.

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