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Forum will focus on Project 2025 and Christian Nationalism

Barrington Interfaith Partners will host its annual Fall Forum on Wednesday, Sept. 18 at 7 p.m. Rabbi Howard Voss-Altman will speak about Project 2025 and the Rev. Dr. Dale Azevedo will address …
Following forum in Barrington, some call for more climate action
Hans Scholl and Magnus Thorsson listened to the four Democrats running for Barrington Town Council during last week’s forum, and … Read More
Utility poles to be replaced in Portsmouth, Tiverton
PORTSMOUTH/TIVERTON — It’s out with the old, in with the new for Rhode Island Energy. Read More
Westport honors mariners lost at sea
The first died in 1805 aboard Ranger , a sailing vessel owned by Westport’s Paul Cuffe and Michael Wainter, during an … Read More
Little Compton has a few friends over for dinner
What has become a beloved summer tradition — the end of summer, anyway — had perhaps its largest turnout ever Sunday, when more … Read More
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 … Read More
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
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State Street Festival brings arts and artisans to Bristol on Saturday

Downtown Bristol comes alive this Saturday with the State Street Art Festival, a street fair featuring local artists and vendors, along with food trucks and live music. The area closed to motor …

Boat Show sails into Newport for four days

The Newport International Boat Show, encompassing 13 acres of historic Newport Harbor, takes place over four days, from Thursday, Sept. 12 to Sunday, Sept. 15. On display will be a full range of …

Celebrate Jonnycake Day down on the farm on Saturday

Jonnycake Day will be celebrated on Saturday, Sept. 14, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Coggeshall Farm Museum, 1 Colt Drive, Bristol. Activities are included with regular daytime admission. …
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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
EPHS girls' soccer, tennis teams rebound from first losses The East Providence High School girls' soccer club bounced back from its first loss of the season with a 12-0 throttling of next-door neighbor Providence Country Day Tuesday, Sept. 10. Alyssa …
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 champs on Friday, Sept. 6.   The Eagles’ Emma …
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 proving to be real contenders for the state title this …
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 it’s ready for the official season opener set for …
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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