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Letter: On the paper's letters policy, and national politics

This paper’s decision, based on some opaque policy, to print letters to the editor on local issues only is their rightful business. This decision may rest on the belief that national … more

4/15/25

Letter: Remember the ladies

To the editor: I am writing regarding the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act which just passed the US House and is headed for the US Senate. I urge you to contact all senators to demand … more

4/15/25

Letter: DOGE library cuts weaken communities

To the editor: Most Americans have probably never heard of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). Yet, this small U.S. government agency—with just over 70 employees—has … more

4/15/25

Letter: Federal actions will impact us locally in many ways

I am writing again to express my concern about the damage that DOGE is doing to Social Security. They are now changing policies on what actions can be handled online, which will force thousands of … more

4/11/25

Lette: Citizens for Peace continues to speak out for peace and justice

Twenty-two years ago, on March 2, 2003, East Bay Citizens for Peace was born out of a sense of great urgency to stop the U.S. government from invading Iraq, and to defend our civil liberties … more

4/9/25

Letter: Many agencies make access to public records difficult

I have been a licensed private investigator in the state of Rhode Island since moving here in 1996. In my professional career, I have constantly been induced into battle with the majority … more

4/9/25

Letter: Please think about visiting the senior center

To the editor: To the senior citizens of Barrington (men and women), I am a member of the Barrington Peck Center for Adult Enrichment (Senior Center). Years ago I lost my husband, … more

4/3/25

Letter: Loss of funding would create significant challenges

To the editor: The elimination of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) would significantly affect the Barrington Public Library’s programs and services to several … more

4/3/25

Letter: ACT course offers attractive alternative to the SAT

To the editor: It is highly commendable that several years ago, the Rhode Island legislature decided to offer all public school juniors the ability to take the SAT exam in April free of charge, … more

4/3/25

Letter: Number of poop bags littering field is shocking

To the editor: St. Andrew's Field with its walking trails is a tranquil treasure right in the middle of our town full of nesting birds, wildlife, and rare plant species for all to enjoy. Its … more

4/3/25

Letter: A call to action this Saturday

This Saturday, April 5, there will be a nationwide peaceful protest and rally against the Trump regime and Elon Musk. The 50501 Movement, HandsOff, and The Women’s March are collaborating … more

4/2/25

Letter: Get involved in Saturday’s peaceful protest and rally

To the editor: This Saturday, April 5, there will be a nationwide peaceful protest and rally against the Trump regime and Elon Musk. The 50501 Movement, HandsOff, and The Women’s March are … more

4/2/25

Letter: Firearms ban will put your life in danger

To the editor: Rhode Island’s legislature is set to pass a law that puts you and your family in danger. The bill — the “Assault Weapons Ban of 2025” … more

3/26/25

Letter: Concerned about young driver given warning

To the editor: Having just read the Barrington Times Police Report, I have a fairly serious concern with the Barrington Police issuing a warning to a reckless teen driver. I am a … more

3/25/25

Join our April 5 protest of federal government actions

To the editor: I am writing this letter on behalf of a recently organized group, Islanders for Democracy. We are area citizens who are alarmed at the actions being taken at the federal level. … more

3/24/25

Letter: Moving beyond the mass exodus tax flight myth

The greatest obstacle to policymakers enacting a modest personal income surtax on Rhode Island’s highest earners, those in the Top 1%, is the fear that any such measure will trigger a mass … more

3/19/25

Letter: Speed cameras in Barrington — a hard no

To the editor: Barrington’s powers that be are full-tilt committed to installing speed cameras in our town. Doing so was recommended by the “study” conducted by Blue Line … more

3/18/25

Letter: Lest I forget: A tribute to the Best of Barrington

To the editor: Some memories stay with us forever. My years in Barrington's schools from 1960 to 1972 shaped who I am today, through teachers whose influence extended far beyond their … more

3/18/25

Letter: Post attention-getting flashing signs near schools

To the editor: We can all agree, as quoted regarding roadways, that there is a “need for safety”. Intuitively, slower speeds should increase safety, but how much slower for how much, … more

3/18/25

Letter: Another look at Trump Derangement Syndrome

I saw Matthew Fletcher’s letter about not fearing Trump and decided to take a closer look at Trump Derangement Syndrome. According to Wikipedia: "The term has mainly … more

3/12/25

Letter: Artificial turf — where is the financial analysis?

To the editor: The Barrington Committee on Appropriations will meet with the school committee to create a school budget for the next fiscal year, which will be voted on at the Financial Town … more

3/12/25

Letter: Save taxpayers $1,024,757.22 - go with grass

To the editor: Thank you to all our parents, community members, and elected officials for their service to provide safe and high quality education and facilities to our students. As … more

3/12/25

Letter: Most all of us are descendants of immigrants

To the editor: It’s a wonderful month — “Irish Heritage Month,” and like many of you I am a descendent of Irish immigrants. My grandparents left Ireland in … more

3/9/25

Letter: Trump’s wrongs are too many to be listed

To the editor: Mr. Trump is right about a few things. First, the long-standing dispute between Israel and the Palestinians can be resolved by asserting that Palestinians don’t matter. … more

3/7/25

Letter: Do not fear President Trump

To the editor: In 2015, CNN’s Fareed Zakaria used the term Trump Derangement Syndrome (T.D.S.) to describe someone whose loathing for President Trump impaired their ability to form … more

3/6/25