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Gonzalez exit leaves questions on school board race

Come Wednesday, Nov. 6, Little Compton could see an exceedingly rare, if not unprecedented, turn of events in Rhode Island —   a husband and wife serving together on the same school committee, following the resignation Monday …
Barrington knocks off North Kingstown in girls tennis, 5-2
The Barrington High School girls tennis team improved to 8-0 after defeating North Kingstown 5-2 on Wednesday afternoon, Sept. 25. … Read More
Mayor DaSilva elected President of RI League of Cities and Towns
Mayor Bob DaSilva of East Providence has been elected to lead one of the state's leading political advocacy groups, which represents … Read More
Barrington residents’ gluten-free grocery store expanding
Two Barrington residents have made it easier to shop for gluten-free foods in the East Bay. Celeste Bremer and Jay Romano are … Read More
Barrington spending $19,500 on carts to secure election equipment
The Barrington Town Council recently approved the purchase of eight equipment carts for a total cost of $19,150. At the September … Read More
Be informed, be at the forums in Barrington on Monday, Sept. 30
The League of Women Voters of Rhode Island and East Bay Media Group are co-sponsoring a series of candidate forums on Monday, Sept. 30 … Read More
Iconic Sandy Point Farm in Portsmouth to be auctioned off
PORTSMOUTH — Want to own a rare piece of American history? If you’ve got deep pockets, you’ll have your chance next month when … Read More
Things To Do ...

The fall farmers' markets are in full swing

The region’s farmers’ markets are in full swing at locations from Newport to Providence. Here’s a roundup of the opportunities to get outside and see what local farmers and vendors …

It's Oktoberfest at Fort Adams on Saturday

The Fort Adams Trust  and  Ragged Island Brewing Co.  are collaborating for the second annual Newport Oktoberfest on Saturday, Sept. 28. Bavaria meets the Ocean State on the beautiful …

It’s a ‘Rain Harvest Festival’ Sunday at the park

Join a celebration of water, science, and art at the fifth annual Rain Harvest Festival hosted by the Stormwater Innovation Center and City of Providence Parks Department this Sunday, Sept. …
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Obituaries
Thomas Pesta Thomas A. Pesta, 85, of Bristol, RI, passed away on Sunday, September 22, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. The son of the late Thaddeus and Alice (Sellers) Pesta and the beloved husband of Cynthi
Louise Bettencourt Louise Bettencourt, 84, of Punta Gorda, Fla., passed away on Sept. 11, 2024, at Shore Point Health Punta Gorda surrounded by her children, Diane and Steven, and her longtime companion of 18 years, Ste
Raymond Breault Slidell, LA formerly of East Providence|Raymond Breault, age 61, of Slidell, Louisiana. We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Raymond unexpectedly passed away in December. Born in Riv
Sports
New Mt. Hope High design reaches 60 percent completion marker BRISTOL — The new Mt. Hope High School project is approaching the notable 60 percent marker for completion of the design phase, turning the corner towards the finish line of the all-important …
Eagles win one, lose one at invitational The Barrington High School boys soccer team pushed its record to 2-3-2 after splitting a pair of games in New York at the Firebird Invitational Tournament at Kellenberg Memorial High School in New …
Barrington High School football team hosts Central on Friday The Barrington High School football team lost to Burrillville 14-6 at home on Friday night, Sept. 20.   The Eagles dropped to 0-2 while Burrillville improved to 2-0.   Barrington …
Huskies maintain unbeaten ways in boys' soccer BRISTOL/WARREN — The Mt. Hope High School boys' soccer club ran its 2024 season opening run of form to eight games unbeaten after the Huskies hammered host Hope, 7-0, Tuesday night, Sept. 24, …
Opinion
Letter: I’m leaving, and worry for Little Compton’s future

I am writing to share effective Monday, Sept. 23, I have resigned as a member of the Little Compton School Committee, a role that has been both an honor and a responsibility.  Sadly, as …

Letter: Roger Williams has been hypocritical on housing

A couple of days ago I was feeling rotten, and so I opted to stay home, and I am glad. Not about feeling rotten, but about staying home. I took some time to catch up on most recent Phoenixes. I …

Letter: Roger Williams University – Benefit or liability?

Several months ago I went to a town meeting about the tax proposals the town wants to implement. We have all seen tax increases, and it will only get worse. Seniors on a fixed income can’t …

Letter: This high school construction plan remains reckless

Last week’s Phoenix featured a front-page article highlighting concerns raised by the Bristol Planning Board regarding the chronic flooding in neighborhoods surrounding Mt. Hope High School and …

Letter: Bristol House Tour was a huge success, thanks to many

On Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024, more than 700 people explored 11 of Bristol’s most beautiful homes on Hope, High, Walley, State, Franklin, and Thames streets. Visitors to the Bristol Historical …

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A lifelong Portsmouth resident, Jim graduated from Portsmouth High School in 1982 and earned a journalism degree from the University of Rhode Island in 1986. He's worked two different stints at East Bay Newspapers, for a total of 18 years with the company so far. When not running all over town bringing you the news from Portsmouth, Jim listens to lots and lots and lots of music, watches obscure silent films from the '20s and usually has three books going at once. He also loves to cook crazy New Orleans dishes for his wife of 25 years, Michelle, and their two sons, Jake and Max.